Lincoln 1997 Continental Owner's Manual page 185

The gearshift will lock when you turn the key to
the LOCK position. When the gearshift is in any
position except P (Park), the ignition key cannot be
turned to the LOCK position or removed from the
steering column. To remove the key, the gearshift
lever must be in P (Park).
WARNING
Never leave your vehicle unattended
while it is running.
Driving With a Heavy Load
There are limits to the amount of weight your
vehicle can carry or tow. The total weight of your
vehicle, plus the weight of the passengers and
cargo, should never be more than the Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR). Also, the weight that your
vehicle carries over the front axle and rear axle
should never be more than the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR) for the respective axle.
You can find your vehicle's GVWR and GAWR on
the Safety Compliance Certification Label on the left
front door lock facing or on the door latch post
pillar.
The weight limits of your vehicle's tires affect the
GVWR or GAWR limitations. Usage of replacement
tires with higher weight limits than originals does
not increase GVWR or GAWR. Usage of lower
capacity replacement tires may lower GVWR and
GAWR limitations.
WARNING
Do not exceed the GVWR or the
GAWR specified on the Safety
Compliance Certification Label.
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