Working With The Engine On; Opening The Hood - Lincoln Town Car 1998 Owner's Manual

Working with the engine on

1. Set the parking brake and
ensure the gearshift is securely
latched in P (Park).
2. Block the wheels to prevent the
vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
Do not start your engine
with the air cleaner
removed and do not remove it
while the engine is running.

OPENING THE HOOD

• Inside the vehicle, pull the hood
release handle located under the
instrument panel.
• Go to the front of the vehicle
and release the auxiliary latch
that is located under the front
of the hood. Lift the hood until
the lift cylinders hold it open.
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