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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Lincoln Town CAR AUTOMOBILES

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Passenger Cars -> Thermostat, Replace -> 1.3L Engine -> 1.8L Engine -> 1.9L Engine -> 2.0L Engine -> 2.5L Engine -> 3.0L Engine -> 3.4L Engine -> 4.6L Engine -> Contour & Mystique -> DOHC -> Escort -> Probe -> SOHC
Vehicle: 1997 Lincoln Town CAR Executive 4.6 V8 GAS

1.3L Engine
  • Remove radiator pressure cap from radiator filler neck.
  • Drain coolant level below radiator upper hose.
  • Disconnect electrical connector from cooling fan switch on thermostat housing, Fig. .
  • Disconnect upper radiator hose at thermostat housing, then remove two thermostat housing retaining bolts from cylinder head.
  • Remove thermostat housing and gasket.
  • Remove thermostat.
  • Reverse procedure to install. Torque thermostat housing bolts to 14-22 ft. lbs.
1.8L Engine
  • Ensure engine is cool, remove radiator cap an...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Lincoln Town CAR AUTOMOBILES

Disc Brakes -> Rear Disc Brakes & Parking Brakes -> Brake System Bleed -> System Priming -> Wheel Bleeding Sequence
Vehicle: 1997 Lincoln Town CAR Executive 4.6 V8 GAS

Pressure bleeding is recommended for all hydraulic disc brake systems.

Do not use brake fluid drained from the hydraulic system when bleeding the brakes. Ensure disc brake pistons are returned to their normal positions and the shoe and lining assemblies are properly seated. Before driving the vehicle, inspect the brake operation.

Do not shake the pressure bleeder tank while air is being added or after it has been pressurized. This will prevent air from the tank getting into the lines. Set the tank in the required location, then bring the air hose to the tank. Do not move the ta...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Lincoln Town CAR AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Passenger Cars -> Fuel Shutoff Switch Location -> 1991-97 Town Car
Vehicle: 1997 Lincoln Town CAR Cartier 4.6 V8 GAS

The inertia switch is located at the lefthand front ...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Lincoln Town CAR AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Lincoln Town CAR Touring Edition 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 Town CAR AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Lincoln Town CAR Signature 4.6 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove accessory drive belt from alternator pulley.
  • Disconnect wire harness attachments to alternator assembly.
  • Remove alternator mounting bracket from top of altern...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Lincoln Town CAR AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Cars -> Air Bag Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1997 Lincoln Town CAR Touring Edition 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 1997 Lincoln Town CAR AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Lincoln Town CAR Touring Edition 4.6 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain engine coolant, then disconnect overfill hose and both radiator hoses.
  • Disconnect automatic transmission fluid inlet and outlet lines. Note, when removing transmission cooler lines, use a back-up wrench to hold fitting.
  • On models equipped with fan shroud, remove upper shroud mounting bolts at radiator support.
  • On a...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Lincoln Town CAR AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Lincoln Town CAR Cartier 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 Town CAR AUTOMOBILES

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

Below Engine & Transmission Diagram for 1997 Lincoln Town CAR Executive 4.6 V8 GASBelow Engine & Transmission Diagram for 1997 Lincoln Town CAR Executive 4.6 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Transmission Range Sensor
  • Vehicle Speed Sensor
  • Starter Motor/Solenoid
  • Connector C-105
  • Connector C-118
  • Fuel Filter Diagram for 1997 Lincoln Town CAR Touring Edition 4.6 V8 GASFuel Filter Diagram for 1997 Lincoln Town CAR Touring Edition 4.6 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Fuel Filter
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1997 Lincoln Town CAR AUTOMOBILES

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

    1997 Lincoln Town CAR Cartier 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1997 Lincoln Town CAR Cartier 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Power Mirror Switch
  • LF Seat Module
  • Memory Seat Switch
  • 1997 Lincoln Town CAR Signature 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1997 Lincoln Town CAR Signature 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Moonroof Relay
  • Window Regulator Safety Relay
  • Moonroof Switch
  • Moonroof Drive Assembly
  • Lighting Control Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1997 Lincoln Town CAR AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1997 Lincoln Town CAR cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROGRAM - UPGRADE MODIFICATIONS FOR HIGH-SPEED REAR IMPACTS - WISCONSIN & CONNECTICUT ONLY
    Vehicle: 1997 Lincoln Town CAR Cartier 4.6 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Brakes, Power Brakes, Traction Control
  • Steering, Suspension
  • Finishes, Body Structure, Frame, Bumpers
  • 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 Town CAR Cartier 4.6 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Chassis Electrical, Wiring, Fuses & Breakers, Wipers, Motors
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1997 Lincoln Town CAR AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1997 Lincoln Town CAR 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 Town CAR 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 Town CAR 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 Town CAR 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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