Maintenance and care – Lincoln 1999 Continental User Manual

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1. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick

2. Brake fluid reservoir

3. Battery

4. Air filter assembly

5. Engine oil dipstick

6. Engine oil filler cap

7. Power steering fluid reservoir

8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir

9. Engine coolant reservoir

10. Cabin air filter

ENGINE OIL

Checking the engine oil

Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the appropriate intervals
for checking the engine oil.

1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.

2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the
oil pan.

3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).

4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.

5. Locate and carefully remove the
engine oil level indicator (dipstick).

MAX

MIN

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