1997 Lincoln Continental Warranty Guide 1st Printing
1997 Lincoln Continental Manual
1997 Lincoln Continental manual content summary:
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Lincoln vehicle. If you bought a previously owned 1997-model vehicle, you are eligible for any remaining warranty coverages. The warranty includes: ¬ New Vehicle Limited Warranty (page 4) ¬ Emissions Defect Warranties and Emissions Performance Warranties which cover your emissions control systems - 1997 Lincoln Continental | Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 2
YOUR VEHICLE PROPERLY Your glove box contains an Owner Guide and a Service Guide for reference and for recording Service Guide has been performed. KNOW WHEN YOUR WARRANTY BEGINS Your Warranty Start Date is the day you take delivery of your new vehicle or the day it is first put into service - 1997 Lincoln Continental | Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 3
owner of the vehicle. Sometimes Ford may offer a special adjustment program to pay all or part of the cost of certain repairs beyond the terms of the warranty. Check with your dealer or call the Lincoln Customer Assistance Center pay the servicing Ford dealer in a foreign country for a repair that is - 1997 Lincoln Continental | Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 4
3. The new vehicle limited warranty for your 1997-model vehicle Your NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights that vary from state to state. The New - 1997 Lincoln Continental | Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 5
. For each type of coverage, the chart shows two measures: • years in service • miles driven Your New Vehicle Limited Warranty TYPE OF COVERAGE YEARS IN SERVICE/MILES DRIVEN BUMPER TO BUMPER SAFETY RESTRAINT SYSTEM CORROSION 4/50,000 5/50,000 5/UNLIMITED The measure that occurs first determines - 1997 Lincoln Continental | Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 6
Warranty, Bumper to Bumper Coverage begins at the Warranty Start Date and lasts for four years or 50,000 miles, whichever occurs first. During this coverage period, authorized Ford Motor Company dealers will repair, replace, or adjust all parts on your vehicle (except tires) that are defective in - 1997 Lincoln Continental | Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 7
power source • altering or modifying the vehicle - including the body, chassis, or components - after the vehicle leaves Ford's control • tampering with the vehicle, tampering with the emissions systems, or with other parts that affect these systems paint and glass) • dings, dents • road - 1997 Lincoln Continental | Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 8
the replacement of parts due to normal wear and tear. You, as the owner, are responsible for these items. Examples from the Service Guide are: • oil changes • oils, lubricants, other fluids • oil/air filters • brake linings/pads • tire rotation cleaning/polishing wiper blades clutch linings engine - 1997 Lincoln Continental | Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 9
the owner literature supplied with your new vehicle. If a tire is damaged during the warranty coverage period because of a vehicle defect in factory-supplied materials or workmanship, Ford Motor Company will replace the tire. • fuel delivery • jump starts • lock-out problems The Roadside Assistance - 1997 Lincoln Continental | Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 10
TRANSPORTATION ASSISTANCE Alternative transportation in the form of shuttle service or service rentals may be available under the Lincoln Commitment Program. Please consult with your dealer for details. 10 - 1997 Lincoln Continental | Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 11
SERVICE/MILES DRIVEN These warranties assure you that the emissions control systems in your vehicle meet the requirements of the Clean Air Emissions Parts* EMISSIONS PERFORMANCE WARRANTY Emissions Related Parts 4/50,000 8/80,000 2/24,000 * Catalytic converters, electronic emissions control - 1997 Lincoln Continental | Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 12
, Ford will repair, replace, or adjust - with no charge for labor, diagnosis, or parts - any emissions control device or system, if you meet all these conditions: • You have maintained and operated your vehicle according to the instructions on proper care in the Owner Guide, the Service Guide, and - 1997 Lincoln Continental | Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 13
List of Parts Covered by Emissions Warranties • Air/Fuel Feedback Control System and Sensors • Altitude Compensation System • Catalytic Converter • Controls for Deceleration • Electronic Engine Control Sensors and Switches • Electronic Ignition System • Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve, Spacer - 1997 Lincoln Continental | Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 14
• PCV System and Oil Filler Cap • Powertrain Control Module • Spark Control Components • Spark Plugs and Ignition Wires • Throttle Air Control Bypass Valve • Throttle Body Assembly (MFI) • TWC Air Control Valve • Volume Air Flow Sensor Your Lincoln dealer maintains a complete list of parts covered - 1997 Lincoln Continental | Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 15
50,000 * These specific parts were selected on the basis of their estimated replacement cost at the time the California Air Resources Board certified your vehicle for sale in California. For full details about coverage under California requirements for emissions control, see: ¬ Defects Warranties - 1997 Lincoln Continental | Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 16
no abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance of your vehicle. Your emission control system may include parts such as the carburetor or fuel injection system, the ignition 16 system, catalytic converter, and engine computer. Also included may be hoses, belts, connectors and other emissions-related - 1997 Lincoln Continental | Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 17
presenting your vehicle to a Lincoln dealer as soon as a problem exists. The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. As the vehicle owner, you should also be aware that Ford may deny you warranty coverage if your vehicle or a part has failed due to - 1997 Lincoln Continental | Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 18
longer defect warranty. If defective, Ford will repair or replace these parts for up to 7 years or 70,000 miles (whichever first occurs), under the long-term Defects Warranty. • If your vehicle fails a Smog Check inspection, Ford will make all necessary repairs and adjustments for up to 3 years or - 1997 Lincoln Continental | Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 19
* Parts List Air/Fuel Feedback Control System and Sensors Altitude Compensation System Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Module 1 Catalytic Converter Controls for Decleration Electronic Engine Control Sensors and Switches Electronic Ignition System Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve - 1997 Lincoln Continental | Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 20
fuel lines, and wiring harnesses that are used with components on the List of Parts. Concerning parts that should be replaced on a certain required maintenance schedule: these parts remain under warranty until the first replacement time that is specified in your Owner Guide and the Service Guide - 1997 Lincoln Continental | Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 21
so that you must have covered repairs made by someone other than a Lincoln dealer - your Lincoln dealer will reimburse you for the cost of repairs, including diagnosis. Be sure to obtain: (a) the parts that are replaced; and (b) a receipt for the work. Take the parts and receipt to your dealer, who - 1997 Lincoln Continental | Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 22
, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices or systems, the cost of which is not covered by the warranties, can be performed by any automotive repair establishment or individual using non-Ford parts. For vehicles within the warranty period, Ford will repair at no cost to the owner - 1997 Lincoln Continental | Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 23
your vehicle. You will find these instructions in your Owner Guide and Service Guide. Be sure to save your service receipts and to keep accurate records of all maintenance work. If you are not satisfied with the handling of a warranty matter, see Customer Assistance, on the inside front cover, and - 1997 Lincoln Continental | Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 24
Lincoln vehicle by purchasing a Ford Extended Service Plan (Ford ESP). Ford ESP is the only extended service program with the Ford name on it and the only service -mileage Repairs performed outside the United States and Canada are not eligible for ESP coverage. This information is subject to change - 1997 Lincoln Continental | Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 25
Settlement Board, an informal, alternative process for resolving disputes. A owner of a Ford Motor Company vehicle in the United States. For more details, please refer to your Customer Assistance Guide. For a brochure/application, speak to your dealer or write to: Dispute Settlement Board P.O. Box - 1997 Lincoln Continental | Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 26
any needed repairs before you pursue the remedies provided by your state's law.) In other states, Ford Motor Company requests that you give us the written notice. Send your written notification to: Ford Motor Company Lincoln Customer Assistance Center 300 Renaissance Center P.O. Box 43360 Detroit - 1997 Lincoln Continental | Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 27
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1. Introduction
Ford Motor Company
and your selling dealer thank
you for selecting one of our quality products. Our
commitment to you and your vehicle begins with quality
protection and service.
When you need warranty repairs, Ford recommends that
you take your Lincoln to your selling dealer, who wants
to ensure that you continue to be satisfied with your
vehicle. You may, however, take your vehicle to any
Ford Motor Company dealership authorized to service
Lincoln vehicles.
This booklet explains in detail the warranty coverages
that apply to your 1997–model Lincoln vehicle. If you
bought a previously owned 1997–model vehicle, you are
eligible for any remaining warranty coverages.
The warranty includes:
➡
New Vehicle Limited Warranty
(page 4)
➡
Emissions Defect Warranties
and
Emissions
Performance Warranties
which cover your
emissions control systems.
(page 11)
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