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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii AUTOMOBILES

Automatic Temperature Control Systems Diagnosis & Testing -> Continental & Mark VIII -> Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Tests -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> Using Control Panel Display -> Using Scan Tool
Vehicle: 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii LSC 4.6 V8 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Using Control Panel Display

The control panel display may be entered at any time. Normal system operation will cease during activation of the diagnostic mode. The display panel diagnostic mode should be exited before the vehicle is turned off.

The interior temperature control must be set between 50° and 80°F during testing or false Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) will be displayed.

  • Simultaneously press Off and Floor buttons, then the Automatic button.
  • Any system DTCs should be shown on disp...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii AUTOMOBILES

Power Brake Units -> Description -> Bendix Diaphragm Types -> Bendix Hydro-Boost System -> Operation -> Vacuum Assist Diaphragm Type
Vehicle: 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii LSC 4.6 V8 GAS

On Vehicles Equipped With Anti-Lock Brakes Refer To "Anti-Lock Brakes".

Vacuum Assist Diaphragm Type

The vacuum assist diaphragm assembly multiplies the force exerted on the master cylinder piston in order to increase the hydraulic pressure delivered to the wheel cylinders while decreasing the effort necessary to obtain acceptable stopping performance.

Vacuum assist units get their energy by opposing engine vacuum to atmospheric pressure. A piston, cylinder and flexible diaphragm utilize this energy to provide brake assistance. The diaphragm is balanced with engine vacuum until the brake...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Passenger Cars -> Component Locations -> 1993-98 Mark VIII, 1987-97 Thunderbird & Cougar
Vehicle: 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii 4.6 V8 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii LSC 4.6 V8 GAS

Before raising vehicle, turn off air suspension switch located in luggage compartment.

  • Remove wheel hub cap.
  • Remove rear axle wheel hub retainer using 36mm socket.
  • Loosen wheel hub bolt nuts.
  • Raise vehicle on a frame contact hoist. A frame contact hoist must be used to avoid damage to halfshafts and/or rear axle CV joint boots.
  • Remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove rear brake anti-lock sensors. Damage to rear brake anti-lock sensors may result if they are not removed before removing halfshafts.
  • Using needle nose pliers, slide parking brake rear cable and conduit downward until ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii LSC 4.6 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Disconnect starter cable and push-on connector at starter solenoid. When disconnecting hardshell connector at S-terminal, pull plastic shell straight out, do not ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Cars -> Powertrain Malfunction Indicator ->
Vehicle: 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii LSC 4.6 V8 GAS

This lamp should light when the ignition is turned On. After engine starts, the lamp should go off, unless a fault condition is detected in the powertrain system. If the lamp remains On a diagnostic trouble code is stored in the PCM. Following diagnosis and repair, the Powertrain Malfunction Indicator will automatically reset when stored diagnostic trouble codes are cleared from PCM memory. The PCM reset procedure allows the scan tool to command the PCM to clear all diagnostic trouble codes.

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii LSC 4.6 V8 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition heater hose inlet clamp at heater core.
  • Remove heater inlet hose from heater core.
  • Reposition heater core inlet hose clamp at engine.
  • Remove hose from engine.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to in...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii LSC 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 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Behind I/P Diagram for 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii LSC 4.6 V8 GASBehind I/P Diagram for 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii LSC 4.6 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Steering Wheel Rotation Sensor
  • Sunload Sensor
  • Ignition Switch
  • Park Brake Switch
  • Blower Motor Relay
  • Body Diagram for 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii LSC 4.6 V8 GASBody Diagram for 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii LSC 4.6 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Trunk Lid Release Switch
  • Rear Height Sensor
  • Right Rear Brake Sensor
  • License Lamp
  • Left Rear Air Spring Solenoid
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1997 Lincoln Mark Viii LSC 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1997 Lincoln Mark Viii LSC 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Washer Pump Motor
  • Windshield Wiper Motor
  • Interval Wiper Washer Module
  • 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii  4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1997 Lincoln Mark Viii 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • PCM Power Relay
  • Powertrain Control Module
  • Right Radio Noise Capacitor
  • Left Radio Noise Capacitor
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii 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: 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii 4.6 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Chassis Electrical, Wiring, Fuses & Breakers, Wipers, Motors
  • Document: SAFETY RECALL - SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM MODIFICATION
    Vehicle: 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii 4.6 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Instruments, Dash Cluster, Warning Lights, Mirrors
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii 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 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii 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 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii 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 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii 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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