Lincoln Town Car 1998 Manuals

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Lincoln Town Car 1998 Owner's Manual

Lincoln Town Car 1998 Owner's Manual (190 pages)

Lincoln Town Car 1998

Brand: Lincoln | Category: Automobile | Size: 1.45 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
2
Introduction
3
- Icons
  3
- Breaking-In Your Vehicle
  3
Instrumentation
4
- Warning Lights and Chimes
  6
- The Service Engine Soon Indicator
  6
- Your Vehicle
  6
- Light Turns on Solid
  7
- Light Is Blinking
  8
- Air Bag Readiness Light
  8
- Safety Belt Light
  8
- Brake System Warning Light
  8
- Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Light
  9
- Turn Signal Light
  9
- High Beams Light
  9
- Charging System Light
  9
- Check Trac Light
  10
- Engine Coolant Temperature Light
  10
- Engine Oil Pressure Light
  10
- Air Suspension
  11
- Trunk Ajar Light
  11
- Trac off Light
  11
- Door Ajar Light
  11
- O/D off Light
  12
- Trac Active Light
  12
- Speed Control Light
  12
- Washer Light
  12
- Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Warning Chime
  13
- Key-In-Ignition Warning Chime
  13
- Headlamps on Warning Chime, Turn Signal Chime
  13
- Safety Belt Warning Chime
  13
- Odometer
  14
- Fuel Gauge
  14
- Speedometer
  15
- Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
  15
- Electronic Message Center
  16
- Compass Display
  17
- Selectable Features
  17
- Reset
  17
- Select
  17
- Compass Zone Adjustment
  18
- Compass Calibration Adjustment
  19
- Message Center Functions
  19
- Fuel Econ Avg
  19
- Checking Your Highway Fuel Economy Using the Electronic Message Center Display
  20
- Fuel Remain
  21
- Dist to Empty (DTE)
  21
- Avg Speed
  22
- Trip a B
  22
- E/M
  23
- Panel Dimmer Control
  24
- Autolamp Control
  24
- Headlamp Control
  24
Controls and Features
24
- High Beams
  25
- Daytime Running Light (Canadian Vehicles Only)
  25
- Flash to Pass
  26
- Climate Control System
  26
- Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) System
  26
- Automatic Operation
  27
- Temperature Selection
  27
- Temperature Conversion
  28
- Fan Speed
  29
- Manual Override Controls
  29
- Displaying Outside Temperature
  32
- Operating Tips (Climage Control)
  33
- Rear Window Defroster
  34
- Clock
  34
- Audio System
  35
- Positions of the Ignition
  35
- Key System
  35
- Tilt Steering
  36
- Turn Signal Control
  36
- Speed Control
  37
- Windshield Wiper/Washer Controls
  37
- To Set a Speed
  38
- To Set a Higher Set Speed
  39
- To Set a Lower Set Speed
  40
- To Disengage Speed Control
  40
- To Return to a Previously Set Speed
  41
- Indicator Message
  41
- Steering Wheel Controls
  41
- Radio Control Features
  42
- Climate Control Features
  42
- Homelink Universal Transmitter
  42
- Homelink Programming
  43
- Operating the Homelink Universal Transmitter
  45
- Training a Rolling Code System
  45
- Erasing Channels
  46
- Moon Roof
  46
- Automatic Dimming Inside Rear View Mirror
  47
- Trunk Remote Control
  48
- Fuel Door Release
  48
- Power Door Locks
  49
- Express down
  49
- Window Lock, Accessory Delay
  49
- Power Windows
  49
- Power Side View Mirrors
  50
- Heated Outside Mirrors
  50
- Childproof Door Locks
  51
- Memory Seats
  51
- Center Console
  52
- Auxiliary Power Point
  52
- Positive Retention Floor Mat
  53
- Unlocking the Doors
  53
- Remote Entry System
  53
- Locking the Doors
  54
- Opening the Trunk
  55
- Sounding a Panic Alarm
  55
- Replacing the Batteries
  55
- To Replace the Battery
  56
- Replacing Lost Transmitters
  56
- Autolock
  57
- Illuminated Entry
  57
- The Inside Lights will Not Turn off if
  57
- The Autolock Feature Repeats When
  58
- To Activate Autolock
  58
- Memory Seat/Mirrors Feature
  59
- Reactivating the Memory Seat/Mirrors Feature
  59
- Deactivating the Memory Seat/Mirrors Feature
  60
- The Securilock Anti-Theft System
  60
- Programming Spare Securilock Keys
  61
- Theft Indicator
  61
- Securilock Keys for more Information
  61
- Procedure to Program Spare Securilock Keys to Your Vehicle
  62
- Four-Way Head Restraints
  64
- Adjusting the Power Front Seats
  64
Seating and Safety Restraints
64
Starting
90
Driving
96
- ABS Warning Lamp
  97
- Using ABS
  97
- Parking Brake with Auto-Release
  98
- Traction Control
  99
- Traction Control Switch
  101
- Steering
  101
- Speed Sensitive Steering
  102
- Air Suspension System
  102
- Automatic Transmission Operation
  103
- Transmission Operation
  103
- Brake-Shift Interlock
  103
- Driving with a 4–Speed Automatic Transmission. Understanding Gearshift Positions
  104
- P (Park)
  105
- R (Reverse)
  105
- N (Neutral)
  105
- Overdrive
  105
- 2 (Second)
  106
- Payload
  107
- 1 (First)
  107
- Base Curb Weight
  107
- Vehicle Loading
  107
- GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
  108
- Preparing to Tow
  109
- Hitches
  109
- Safety Chains
  109
- Trailer Brakes
  110
- Trailer Lamps
  110
- Driving While You Tow
  110
- Servicing after Towing
  111
- Trailer Towing Tips
  111
- Launching or Retrieving a Boat
  112
- Driving through Water
  112
- Fuel Consumption
  113
- Hazard Flasher
  114
- Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
  114
Roadside Emergencies
114
- Fuses
  115
- Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
  116
- Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
  117
- Fuses Codes Table
  118
- Power Distribution Box
  120
- High-Current Fuses Codes Table
  121
- Changing the Tires
  122
- Temporary Spare Tire Information
  122
- When Driving with the Temporary Spare Tire
  123
- Tire Change Procedure
  123
- Jump Starting
  126
- Connecting the Jumper Cables
  127
- Jump Starting Procedure
  128
- Removing the Jumper Cables
  128
- Wrecker Towing
  129
- Service Recommendations and Precautions
  131
Maintenance and Care
131
- Working with the Engine off
  132
- Working with the Engine on
  133
- Opening the Hood
  133
- Engine Compartment Components View
  134
- Checking the Engine Oil
  135
- Adding Engine Oil
  136
- Engine Oil Recommendations
  137
- Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
  137
- Checking and Adding Brake Fluid
  138
- Checking and Adding Washer Fluid
  139
- Engine Coolant
  140
- Recycled Engine Coolant
  142
- Coolant Refill Capacity
  142
- Severe Winter Climate
  143
- What You Should Know about Fail-Safe Cooling
  143
- How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
  144
- When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
  144
- Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
  145
- Transmission Fluid
  146
- Battery Maintenance
  149
- Checking the Wiper Blades
  151
- Changing the Wiper Blades
  151
- To Replace the Wiper Blades
  152
- Tire Quality Grades
  152
- Treadwear
  153
- Traction a B C
  153
- Temperature a B C
  154
- Servicing Your Tires
  155
- Tire Rotation
  155
- Four Tire Rotation (for Vehicles with Aluminum Wheels)
  156
- Five Tire Rotation (for Vehicles with Steel Wheels and Full Size Spare Tires)
  156
- Snow Tires and Chains
  157
- Replacing the Tires
  157
- Fuel Information
  158
- Choosing the Right Fuel
  160
- Octane Recommendations
  161
- Fuel Quality
  161
- Cleaner Air
  162
- Calculating Fuel Economy
  162
- Emission Control System
  163
- Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
  165
- Exterior Bulbs
  166
- Replacing Headlamp Bulbs
  167
- To Remove the Headlamp Bulb
  167
- To Install the New Bulb
  168
- Aiming the Headlamps
  169
- Horizontal Aim Adjustment
  170
- Vertical Aim Adjustment
  170
- Replacing the Interior Bulbs
  171
- Using the Right Bulbs
  171
- Cleaning and Caring for Your Vehicle
  172
- Washing Your Vehicle
  172
- Waxing Your Vehicle
  172
- Repairing Paint Chips
  173
- Cleaning the Wheels
  173
- Cleaning the Engine
  173
- Cleaning Plastic Exterior Parts
  174
- Cleaning the Instrument Panel
  175
- Cleaning the Interior Fabric
  175
- Cleaning the Wiper Blades
  175
- Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
  175
- Cleaning and Maintaining the Safety Belts
  176
- Underbody Cleaning
  176
- Cleaning Leather Seats
  176
- Inside Windows
  178
- Cleaning Mirrors
  178
- Motorcraft Part Numbers
  179
Capacities and Specifications
179
- Capacities and Specifications
  180
- Refill Capacities
  180
- Lubricant Specifications
  181
- Engine Data
  182
- Vehicle Dimensions
  182
- Safety Compliance Label
  184
- Vehicle Identification Number
  184
- Engine Number
  184
Reporting Safety Defects
185
Index
186
Filling Station Information
189

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