1996 Lincoln Continental Owner's Manual - Page 250

Your vehicle's coolant protects your engine from overheating in the summer and from freezing in the winter. Check the level of the coolant at least once a month. Simply look at the engine coolant reservoir located in the engine compartment. To locate the reservoir, see the diagram of your vehicle's engine under Engine Type, in this chapter. Check the engine coolant level in the engine coolant reservoir at least once a month using the following guidelines. When your vehicle's engine is cool, the coolant level in the engine coolant reservoir should be at the top of the clear portion of the reservoir. If the level is below the cold fill level, coolant may need to be added. The coolant additives also protect the entire cooling system from internal passageway corrosion and these additives lubricate the water pump. The coolant should be serviced as noted in the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet. Adding engine coolant /!\ WARNING Do not put engine coolant in the container for the windshield washer fluid. If sprayed to clean the glass, engine coolant or antifreeze could make it difficult to see through the windshield. /!\ WARNING Never remove the pressure cap while the engine is running or hot. Follow these steps to avoid personal injury that can be caused by escaping steam or engine coolant. 1. Before you remove the cap, turn the engine off and let it cool. Even when the engine is cool, be careful when you remove the pressure cap. 248