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2000 Lincoln Continental CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Lincoln REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW
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- A/C & Heater Service
- Brake Service
- Fuel Filter Replacement
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- Starter & Alternator Replacement
- Cabin Air Filter Locations & Replacement
- Maintenance Lamp Reset
- Radiator & Hose Replacement
- Serpentine Belt Service
A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Lincoln Continental AUTOMOBILES
Air Bag System Precautions -> Ford Motor Co. -> Disarming -> 1990-91 -> 1990-92 -> 1991-92 -> 1992-93 -> 1992-94 -> 1992-96 -> 1993 -> 1993-94 -> 1993-95 -> 1994 -> 1994-95 -> 1994-97 -> 1995-2000 -> 1995-2004 -> 1995-96 -> 1995-97 -> 1995-98 -> 1996-97 -> 1996-99 -> 1997-2000 -> 1997-2001 -> 1997-2004 -> 1997-99 -> 1998 -> 1998-2000 -> 1998-2002 -> 1999-2000 -> 1999-2001 -> 1999-2002 -> 1999-2004 -> 2000 -> 2000-01 -> 2000-04 -> 2001-02 -> 2001-03 -> 2001-04 -> 2002-03 -> 2002-04 -> 2004 -> Aerostar & Bronco -> Aspire -> Aviator -> Blackwood, Expedition & Navigator -> Built After February 2002 -> Built Before March 2002 -> Capri -> Continental -> Contour & Mystique -> Cougar -> Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis & Marauder -> Econoline -> Escape -> Escort, Tracer & ZX2 -> Excursion -> Explorer & Mountaineer -> Explorer Sport & Sport Trac -> F Series -> Focus -> Freestar & Monterey -> Light Trucks & Vans -> LS -> Mark VII -> Mark VIII -> Mustang -> Passenger Cars -> Probe -> Ranger -> Sable & Taurus -> Tempo & Topaz -> Thunderbird -> Town Car -> Villager -> Windstar
Vehicle: 2000 Lincoln Continental 4.6 V8 GAS
Passenger Cars
Prior to disconnecting battery, record preset radio frequencies.
After the battery has been disconnected and connected again, abnormal drive conditions may be present while the powertrain control module relearns its adaptive strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven 10 miles or more to relearn the strategy.
Aspire
- Disconnect battery ground cable and isolate.
- Wait one minute for back-up power supply to deplete stored energy.
- Remove four driver's side air bag module mounting bolts.
- Disconnect driver's side air bag module...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Lincoln Continental AUTOMOBILES
Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Replacement -> 1999 -> 2000-03 -> Continental, Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Marauder, Mustang & Town Car -> Contour, Cougar & Mystique -> Escort, Tracer & ZX2 -> Focus -> Installation -> LS & Thunderbird -> Master Cylinder -> Removal -> Sable & Taurus -> Wheel Cylinders
Vehicle: 2000 Lincoln Continental 4.6 V8 GAS
Master Cylinder
Continental, Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Marauder, Mustang & Town Car
- Depress brake pedal several times to exhaust all vacuum in system.
- Disconnect brake lines from master cylinder, then all required electrical connectors.
- Disconnect hydraulic control unit supply hose at master cylinder. Secure hose in a position to prevent brake fluid loss.
- Remove two bolts which attach proportioning valve bracket to brake master cylinder. Secure proportioning valve and tubes in a position to prevent damage or loss of brake fluid.
- Remove nuts retaining master cylinder to brak...
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Lincoln Continental AUTOMOBILES
Ford Motor Co. Passenger Cars -> Fuel Pressure Relief -> Except Aspire, Festiva, Focus, Fusion, Milan, 2003-06 Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Sable, Taurus & Town Car, 1991-96 Escort, 1988-96 Tracer, 1991-94 Capri, 1989-91 Probe & 2005-06 Mustang
Vehicle: 2000 Lincoln Continental 4.6 V8 GAS
Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.
Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spray of fuel.
When installing the fuel filter, ensure the flow arrow is facing in the proper direction...
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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Lincoln Continental AUTOMOBILES
CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2000 Lincoln Continental 4.6 V8 GAS
The electrical power to air suspension system must be shut off prior to hoisting, jacking or towing an air suspension vehicle. Failure to turn off air suspension switch can result in unexpected inflation or deflation of the air springs, which can result in shifting of the vehicle during these operations.
- With transmission in neutral, raise and support vehicle.
- Remove front wheel and tire assembly.
- Front axle wheel hub retainer uses a torque prevailing design. Do not reuse it. Remove retainer and washer. Discard retainer. Insert a steel pin in brake disc to prevent halfshaft...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Lincoln Continental AUTOMOBILES
Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2000 Lincoln Continental 4.6 V8 GAS
The starter solenoid heavy gauge input lead is hot at all times. Ensure protective cap is installed over terminal and is replaced after service. When battery has been disconnected and connected, some abnormal drive symptoms may occur while EEC processor relearns its adaptive strategy. Vehicle may need to be driven 10 miles or more to relearn strategy.
- Disconnect battery ground cable...
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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Lincoln Continental AUTOMOBILES
Cabin Air Filter Service -> Ford Motor Co. -> 1998-2002 Continental
Vehicle: 2000 Lincoln Continental 4.6 V8 GAS
Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.
- Open the hood.
- Pull the hood pad away from the righthand cowl vent screen.
- Remove the righthand cowl vent screen.
- R...
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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Lincoln Continental AUTOMOBILES
Ford Motor Co. Cars -> Air Bag Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2000 Lincoln Continental 4.6 V8 GAS
This lamp should light for a approximately 6-8 seconds when the ignition is turned On as a bulb check. If the Air B...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Lincoln Continental AUTOMOBILES
Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2000 Lincoln Continental 4.6 V8 GAS
- Drain engine coolant into suitable container, then disconnect deceleration and radiator hoses.
- Disconnect automatic transmission fluid inlet and outlet lines using suitable back-up wrench to hold fitting.
- On models equipped with fan shroud, proceed as follows:
- Remove upper shroud ...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2000 Lincoln Continental AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2000 Lincoln Continental 4.6 V8 GAS
- Rotate tensioner away from belt using a breaker bar installed in 1/2 inch square hole in tensioner arm.
- Lift old belt over alternator p...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2000 Lincoln Continental AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most 2000 Lincoln Continental cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Engine Compartment Diagram for 2000 Lincoln Continental 4.6 V8 GAS Components on diagram: |
Front Seats & Center Console Diagram for 2000 Lincoln Continental 4.6 V8 GAS Components on diagram: |
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2000 Lincoln Continental AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2000 Lincoln Continental cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
2000 Lincoln Continental 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
2000 Lincoln Continental 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2000 Lincoln Continental AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most 2000 Lincoln Continental cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
Document: RECALL - CERTAIN 1992-2003 MODEL YEAR CARS AND TRUCKS - FUSED JUMPER HARNESS REPLACEMENT FOR VEHICLES SERVICED WITH AN INCOMPATIBLE FUSED JUMPER HARNESS Vehicle: 2000 Lincoln Continental 4.6 V8 GAS Auto Systems: |
Document: RECALL - 1992-2004 MULTIPLE VEHICLE LINES - SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM MODIFICATION Vehicle: 2000 Lincoln Continental 4.6 V8 GAS |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2000 Lincoln Continental AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2000 Lincoln Continental cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.
- Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
- Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
- Minimum brake lining thickness.
- Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs
A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2000 Lincoln Continental cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.
- Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap
COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules
QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2000 Lincoln Continental cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.
- Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
- Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Final drive fill & drain plug torques
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
- Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
- Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
- Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2000 Lincoln Continental cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+
- Airflow sensor electrical specifications
- Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
- Barometric pressure sensor specs
- Battery group number and cranking performance
- Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
- Engine compression pressures
- Coolant temperature sensor specs
- Computer advance.
- Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
- Distributor advance specifications
- Ignition pickup coil resistance
- Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
- Engine fastener torque values
- Firing order diagrams
- Fuel system pressures
- Generator (alternator) specs
- Intake air temperature sensor specs
- Ignition coil specifications
- Fuel injector resistance
- Engine idle speeds
- Knock sensor resistance
- Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
- Mixture control solenoid resistance
- Voltage regulator specs
- Spark plug applications & gaps
- Starter motor electrical specs.
- Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
- Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
- Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
- Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
- Throttle position sensor specs
- Vacuum sensor valve specs
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