1996 Lincoln Continental Owner's Manual - Page 248

2. Set the parking brake, making sure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 3. 4. 5. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. Locate the engine oil dipstick (highlighted in yellow) and carefully pull it out of the engine. Wipe the dipstick clean and put it back into position, making sure it is fully seated. 6. Carefully, pull the dipstick out again. If the oil level is below the "ADD 1 QT" line, add engine oil as necessary. If the oil level is beyond the letter "F" in Full, engine damage or high oil consumption may occur and some oil must be removed from the engine. Put the dipstick back in and make sure it is fully seated. 7. It may be necessary to add some oil between oil changes. Make sure you use a CERTIFIED engine oil of the preferred viscosity. Your vehicle's warranty coverage may not apply if engine damage is caused by the use of improper engine oil. Add engine oil through the oil filler cap highlighted in yellow. To add oil, remove the filler cap and use a funnel to pour oil into the opening. Be careful not to overfill the engine. Recheck the oil level after you finish adding oil. Engine oil dipstick 246