1996 Lincoln Continental Owner's Manual - Page 150

When you select a button, the vehicle's cellular phone will automatically place a call to the response center's central computer. Once contact is made, an electronic data message will be transmitted. This data message will include: Type of alarm (roadside or emergency) Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Latitude and longitude coordinates Last recorded speed and direction of the vehicle Time tag identifying when last position was taken Call-back phone number After the transmission is complete, the call is forwarded to an operator who will verify the details of the request and confirm the vehicle's location using computerized map. Tow Truck Button (Roadside Assistance) The tow truck button should be selected if roadside assistance is required. The feature should be used: when your vehicle runs out of gas when your vehicle needs a tow to acquire assistance in any non-emergency situation The Roadside Assistance button 147