2018 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL Owners Manual

Fuse Types
Fuse TypeCallout
Micro 2A
Micro 3B
MaxiC
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Fuse TypeCallout
MiniD
M CaseE
J CaseF
J Case Low ProfileG
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Have your vehicle serviced regularly to helpmaintain its roadworthiness and resale value.There is a large network of authorizeddealers that are there to help you with theirprofessional servicing expertise. We believethat their specially trained technicians arebest qualified to service your vehicle properlyand expertly. They are supported by a widerange of highly specialized tools developedspecifically for servicing your vehicle.
If your vehicle requires professional service,an authorized dealer can provide thenecessary parts and service. Check yourwarranty information to find out which partsand services are covered.
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants,fluids and service parts conforming tospecifications. Motorcraft® parts aredesigned and built to provide the bestperformance in your vehicle.
Precautions
•Do not work on a hot engine.
•Make sure that nothing gets caught inmoving parts.
•Do not work on a vehicle with the enginerunning in an enclosed space, unless youare sure you have enough ventilation.
•Keep all open flames and other burningmaterial (such as cigarettes) away fromthe battery and all fuel related parts.
Working with the Engine Off
1. Set the parking brake and shift thetransmission to park (P).
2. Switch off the engine.
3. Block the wheels.
Working with the Engine On
WARNING: To reduce the risk ofvehicle damage and personal burn injuries,do not start your engine with the air cleanerremoved and do not remove it while theengine is running.
1. Set the parking brake and shift thetransmission to park (P).
2. Block the wheels.
OPENING AND CLOSING THE
HOOD
Opening the Hood
1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood releasehandle located under the left-hand sideof the instrument panel.
2. Slightly lift the hood.
3. Lift and release the hood latch.
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4. Open the hood. The hood strutautomatically supports the hood.
Closing the Hood
1.Lower the hood until it engages on to thesecondary latch.
2. Firmly push down on the front of thehood to close it fully.
Note:Make sure that the hood is correctlyclosed.
UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 3.0L
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Engine coolant reservoir. SeeEngine Coolant Check (page 319).A.
Engine oil filler cap. See EngineOil Check (page 317).B.
Engine oil dipstick. See Engine OilDipstick (page 317).C.
Brake fluid reservoir. See BrakeFluid Check (page 324).D.
Battery. See Changing the 12VBattery (page 325).E.
Engine compartment fuse box.See Changing a Fuse (page 309).F.
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Air filter assembly. See Changingthe Engine Air Filter (page 332).G.Automatic transmission dipstick.See Automatic Transmission FluidCheck (page 324).
H.
Washer fluid reservoir. SeeWasher Fluid Check (page 325).I.
UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 2.7L ECOBOOST™/3.7L
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Engine coolant reservoir. SeeEngine Coolant Check (page 319).A.
Engine oil filler cap. See EngineOil Check (page 317).B.
Engine oil dipstick. See Engine OilDipstick (page 317).C.
Brake fluid reservoir. See BrakeFluid Check (page 324).D.
Battery. See Changing the 12VBattery (page 325).E.
Engine compartment fuse box.See Fuses (page 294).F.
Air filter assembly. See Changingthe Engine Air Filter (page 332).G.
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Automatic transmission dipstick.See Automatic Transmission FluidCheck (page 324).
H.
Washer fluid reservoir. SeeWasher Fluid Check (page 325).I.
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 2.7L
ECOBOOST™/3.0L ECOBOOST™
Minimum.A
Nominal.B
Maximum.C
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 3.7L
MINA
MAXB
ENGINE OIL CHECK
To check the engine oil level consistentlyand accurately, do the following:
1.Make sure the parking brake is on. Makesure the transmission is in park (P) orneutral (N).
2. Run the engine until it reaches normaloperating temperature.
3. Make sure that your vehicle is on levelground.
4.Switch the engine off and wait 15 minutesfor the oil to drain into the oil pan. Checking the engine oil level too soonafter you switch the engine off may resultin an inaccurate reading.
5. Open the hood. See Opening andClosing the Hood (page 312).
6. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with aclean, lint-free cloth. See Under HoodOverview (page 315).
7.Replace the dipstick and remove it againto check the oil level. See Engine OilDipstick (page 317).
8. Make sure that the oil level is betweenthe maximum and minimum marks. If theoil level is at the minimum mark, add oilimmediately. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 382).
9. If the oil level is correct, replace thedipstick and make sure it is fully seated.
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