2018 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL AUX

Seats
Sitting in the Correct Position...................153
Head Restraints............................................154
Power Seats...................................................157
Memory Function.........................................163
Rear Seats......................................................165
Heated Seats................................................166
Climate Controlled Seats...........................168
Rear Seat Armrest........................................169
Universal Garage Door Opener
Universal Garage Door Opener................171
Auxiliary Power Points
Auxiliary Power Points................................175
Storage Compartments
Center Console.............................................177
Overhead Console.......................................177
Starting and Stopping the Engine
General Information.....................................178
Keyless Starting............................................178
Starting a Gasoline Engine........................179
Engine Block Heater....................................181
Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions.......................................183
Fuel Quality....................................................183
Fuel Filler Funnel Location........................184
Running Out of Fuel....................................184
Refueling........................................................186
Fuel Consumption........................................189
Engine Emission Control
Emission Law................................................190
Catalytic Converter.......................................191
Transmission
Automatic Transmission.............................194
All-Wheel Drive
Using All-Wheel Drive................................200
Brakes
General Information...................................209
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes.......................................................................210
Electric Parking Brake.................................210
Hill Start Assist..............................................213
Auto Hold.......................................................213
Traction Control
Principle of Operation.................................216
Using Traction Control................................216
Stability Control
Principle of Operation.................................217
Using Stability Control................................218
Parking Aids
Principle of Operation.................................219
Rear Parking Aid...........................................219
Front Parking Aid........................................220
Side Sensing System..................................221
Active Park Assist........................................223
Rear View Camera.......................................231
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12 Volt DC Power Point
WARNING: Do not plug optionalelectrical accessories into the cigar lightersocket. Incorrect use of the cigar lighter cancause damage not covered by the vehiclewarranty, and can result in fire or seriousinjury.
Note:When you switch the ignition on, youcan use the socket to power 12 voltappliances with a maximum current ratingof 15 amps.
If the power supply does not work after youswitch the ignition off, switch the ignition on.Note:Do not hang any accessory from theaccessory plug.
Note:Do not use the power point over thevehicle capacity of 12 volt DC 180 watts ora fuse may blow.
Note:Always keep the power point capsclosed when not in use.
Do not insert objects other than an accessoryplug into the power point. This damages thepower point and may blow the fuse.
Run the vehicle for full capacity use of thepower point.
To prevent the battery from running out ofcharge:
•Do not use the power point longer thannecessary when the vehicle is notrunning.
•Do not leave devices plugged inovernight or when you park your vehiclefor extended periods.
Locations
Power points may be in the followinglocations:
•On the instrument panel.
•Inside the center console.
•On the rear of the center console.
110 Volt AC Power Point (If Equipped)
WARNING: Do not keep electricaldevices plugged in the power pointwhenever the device is not in use. Do notuse any extension cord with the 110 volt ACpower point, since it will defeat the safetyprotection design. Doing so may cause thepower point to overload due to poweringmultiple devices that can reach beyond the150 watt load limit and could result in fire orserious injury.
Note:The power point turns off when youswitch the ignition off, or when the batteryvoltage drops below 11 volts.
You can use the power point for electricdevices that require up to 150 watts. It is onthe rear of the center console.
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Auxiliary Power Points

Note:Depending on your vehicle, the powerpoint may open to the right or upward.
When the indicator light on the power pointis:
•On: The power point is working, theignition is on and a device is plugged in.
•Off: The power point is off, the ignition isoff or no device is plugged in.
•Flashing: The power point is in faultmode.
The power outlet temporarily turns off powerwhen in fault mode if the device exceeds the150 watt limit. Unplug your device andswitch the ignition off. Switch the ignitionback on, but do not plug your device backin. Let the system cool off and switch theignition off to reset the fault mode. Switchthe ignition back on and make sure theindicator light remains on.
Do not use the power point for certainelectric devices, including:
•Cathode-ray, tube-type televisions.
•Motor loads, such as vacuum cleaners,electric saws and other electric powertools or compressor-driven refrigerators.
•Measuring devices, which processprecise data, such as medical equipmentor measuring equipment.
•Other appliances requiring an extremelystable power supply such asmicrocomputer-controlled electricblankets or touch-sensor lamps.
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CENTER CONSOLE
Stow items in the cup holder carefully asitems may become loose during hardbraking, acceleration or crashes, includinghot drinks which may spill.
Available console features include:
Front storage compartment withtwo USB ports, auxiliary powerpoint and CD player.
A
Cup holders with auxiliary storagebin.B
Storage compartment with auxiliarypower point.C
Storage compartment, heated seatcontrols, or rear climate controls.D
Rear compartment with auxiliarypower point or two USB ports andAC power point.
E
OVERHEAD CONSOLE
Press near the rear edge of the door to openit.
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Storage CompartmentsE221077 E224352

Protected ComponentsFuse Amp RatingFuse Or Relay Number
Not used.—64
Fuel pump 2.30A 265
Passenger power seat.30A 266
Power point 1B.20A 267
Auxiliary blower.15A 268
Power point 1A.20A 269
Not used.—70
Not used.—71
Driver power seat module.30A 272
Not used.—73
Wiper motor.25A 274
Not used.—75
Not used (spare).20A 276
Not used.—77
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Fuses

Protected ComponentsFuse Amp RatingFuse Or Relay Number
Starter.30A 278
Auxiliary transmission pump (2.0L engine withstart-stop).20A 279
Not used.—80
USB smart charge -- passenger side.5A 181
USB smart charge -- console.5A 182
Electronic door latch (left rear).20A 183
USB smart charge -- driver side.5A 184
Electronic door latch (right front).20A 185
Electronic door latch (right rear).20A 186
Transmission range control module.15A 187
Rear recline.5A 188
Electronic door latch (left front).20A 189
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Heated Rear Window.........................................148Heated Seats........................................................148Heated Steering Wheel.....................................148MAX A/C................................................................147MAX Defrost..........................................................147Passenger Temperature Control.....................147Power......................................................................147Recirculated Air....................................................148Ventilated Seats...................................................148
Automatic High Beam Control....................95Automatic High Beam Indicator........................96Switching the System On and Off....................96
Automatic Transmission..............................194Automatic Transmission AdaptiveLearning............................................................199Brake-Shift Interlock Override.........................198If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud orSnow..................................................................199Push Button Shift Transmission.......................194SelectShift™ Automatic Transmission.............196Understanding the Shift Positions of yourAutomatic Transmission................................194
Automatic Transmission FluidCheck............................................................324Autowipers.......................................................89Autowipers Settings.............................................90Low Temperature Wipe Inhibit..........................90
Auxiliary Power Points..................................175110 Volt AC Power Point.....................................17512 Volt DC Power Point......................................175Locations................................................................175
AWDSee: All-Wheel Drive.........................................200
B
BatterySee: Changing the 12V Battery.......................325
Blind Spot Information System.................253Switching the System Off and On..................254System Errors......................................................254Using the Blind Spot InformationSystem..............................................................253
BLISSee: Blind Spot Information System..............253
Body Styling Kits...........................................343Bonnet LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood.............312
Booster Seats..................................................30Types of Booster Seats........................................31
Brake Fluid Check........................................324Brakes.............................................................209General Information..........................................209
Breaking-In.....................................................276Bulb Specification Chart.............................330
C
Cabin Air Filter...............................................152Capacities and Specifications - 2.7L.......382Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely ColdClimates............................................................387Specifications......................................................383
Capacities and Specifications - 3.0L.......388Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely ColdClimates............................................................394Specifications......................................................390
Capacities and Specifications - 3.7L.......395Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely ColdClimates............................................................401Specifications......................................................397
Capacities and Specifications...................373Car WashSee: Cleaning the Exterior...............................335
Catalytic Converter........................................191On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)........................192Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance(I/M) Testing......................................................193
Center Console..............................................177Changing a Bulb...........................................329Front Direction Indicator...................................330High-Intensity Discharge Headlamps...........329LED Lamps...........................................................330
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