Lincoln 1996 Continental, Owner'S Manual

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Engine coolant drain and flush
Proper procedures for a complete coolant drain and
flush of the cooling system can be found in the
Car
Service Manual. Following these recommended
procedures will ensure that the specified coolant
level and a 50/50
or appropriate mixture of coolant
and water is maintained.
Engine coolant refill procedure
When the entire cooling system is drained and
refilled, the following procedure should be used to
ensure a complete fill:
NOTE: It is imperative the following procedure
be adhered to. Failure to do so could result in
damage to your engine.
Remove coolant reservoir pressure cap.
Remove the engine coolant outlet tube fill plug
on the engine.
With the engine off and cool, add a 50/50 mixture
of recommended cooling system fluid and water
to the coolant outlet tube fill neck until the
reservoir is full.
NOTE: DO NOT FILL COOLANT SYSTEM
THROUGH COOLANT RESERVOIR. COOLANT
WILL NOT ENTER ENGINE, WHICH CAN
LEAD TO ENGINE DAMAGE.
NOTE: Avoid spilling coolant on the front end
accessory drive belt, as this will allow the belt to slip
and become noisy.
Reinstall the pressure cap to the coolant
reservoir.
Continue filling at the engine coolant tube fill
neck slowly while allowing air to escape.
Reinstall the engine coolant tube fill plug when
the system is full.
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