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1998 Lincoln Continental 4dr Sdn 4.6L

Individual front seats w/leather seating surfaces, embroidered Lincoln star

6-way pwr driver/front passenger seats w/2-way lumbar adjustment

Easy entry/exit driver seat

4-way adjustable front headrests

Full-length floor console-inc: 2 front cupholders, center storage bin, powerpoint, real wood applique, floor mounted shifter (5-passenger)

Fold-down rear seat armrest-inc: dual cupholders

18oz Sussex floor carpet w/driver footrest

Front/rear floor mats w/retainer system for driver mat

Leather-wrapped tilt steering wheel

Virtual image instrument cluster w/analog gauges, dot matrix message center

Tachometer, speedometer, temp & fuel gauges

Warning indicators-inc: anti-lock brake, engine service, air bag, anti-theft, traction control active, brake, high beam, turn signals, seat belt, battery, low oil pressure

Delay accessory pwr for radio/closing windows

Pwr windows w/"express-down" driver window

Automatic locks w/remote/keyless entry, lock confirmation chirp

Smart Locks (prevent doors from locking when key is in ignition & car is turned off)

Automatic speed control w/tap-up/tap-down feature, backlit controls

Illuminated door/window/speed control switches

Automatic parking brake release

Automatic remote fuel door release

Locking trunk release

SecuriLOCK anti-theft alarm system-inc: LED indicator & engine immobilizer (sounds horn & flashes lights when doors/trunk are tampered with)

Message center allows selection & setting for one driver of steering effort, autolamp delay setting, panel lighting setting, express-down window, easy entry/exit, door lock chirp, automatic door locks, tilt-down outside mirrors, traction control

Electronic automatic climate control system w/sunload sensor

Rear seat air conditioning distribution (5-passenger only)

Rear seat heat ducts

Side window demisters

Heated rear window defroster

Air filtration system (removes dust/dirt/pollen from interior compartment)

High-level audio system-inc: AM/FM stereo/cassette w/electronically tuned radio, 2-front/2-rear door speakers

Real Birdseye Maple wood applique on instrument panel

Concealed antenna in rear backlight window

Stand-alone analog clock

2 front center armrests w/internal storage

Large glovebox w/lockable storage

Driver/front passenger door map pockets

Electrochromic auto-dimming rearview mirror w/compass

Full-length integral door armrests

Overhead console-inc: map/courtesy lamps, tissue/sunglasses storage

Cloth-covered sunvisors w/lighted mirrors

Right front/dual rear retractable grab handles

Interior theater dimming

Extendable coat hooks

Autolamp w/variable time delay displayed in message center

Fully lined luggage compartment

4-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)

Brake shift interlock

Driver & right front passenger air bag supplemental restraint system

Deluxe color-keyed front outboard lap/shoulder belts

Rear lap/shoulder belts for all 3 positions

Child tether anchorage in rear pkg tray

Child-proof rear door locks

Side impact door bolsters

Lincoln 24-hour help roadside assistance commitment

Windshield wipers w/interval wiper control

Limousine front/rear doors w/flush glass

Air extractor for improved door-closing efforts

Triple door seals to reduce wind noise & guide water away from passengers

Front/rear 5-MPH bumpers

Body-colored body-side moldings

Front/rear bright fascia moldings

Keyless entry key pad

Striking design flexible polycarbonate grille

Unique high-tech complex reflector headlamps w/wrap-around design-inc: automatic on w/windshield wipers

Distinctive complex reflector taillamps

Body-colored sail-mounted heated outside rearview mirrors w/tilt down when car is in reverse

Solar tinted glass all around w/rear backlight tinting

City 17/hwy 24 (4.6L engine/4-speed auto trans)

4.6L DOHC 32-valve V8 InTech engine

4-speed electronic automatic transaxle w/OD

"Home-safe" transaxle w/fail-safe function

Front-wheel drive

Brake shift interlock

All-speed electronic traction control

HD 78 amp/hr maintenance-free battery

125 amp alternator

Battery saver feature (turns off headlamps/interior lights)

Rear air suspension w/automatic load leveling

Independent rear SLA suspension

P225/60R16 all-season SBR BSW tires

16" aluminum directional wheels

Mini-spare tire w/16" x 4" steel wheel

Variable-assist pwr steering

Driver adjustable steering (low, normal, high)

Pwr 4-wheel disc brakes

4-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)

20.0 gallon fuel tank

Dual exhaust w/bright exposed tips

Ergonomic key fobs for drivers 1 & 2-inc: encripted passive SecuriLOCK transceiver

Single key entry system

4.6L DOHC 32-VALVE V8 INTECH ENGINE (STD)

INDIVIDUAL FRONT SEATS W/LEATHER SEATING SURFACES (STD)

TWIN COMFORT FRONT SEATS W/LEATHER SEATING SURFACES -inc: 6-passenger seating, storage armrest w/powerpoint, mini-console w/ashtray & cupholders, column shift handle *deletes full-length floor console*

COMPACT DISC CHANGER -inc: console mounted 6-disc changer (REQ: 916 JBL Audio System)

JBL AUDIO SYSTEM -inc: separate subwoofer amplifier, digital signal processing (DSP), 5.5" x 7.5" door speakers in rear doors,5.25" round coaxial speakers in front doors, two 6" x 9" subwoofers added to rear package tray

16" HIGHLY-POLISHED ALUMINUM WHEELS

NO CHARGE HIGHLY-POLISHED ALUMINUM WHEELS (REQ: New York/California/Hawaii Region) *DISCOUNT*

REGIONAL PROGRAM CODE (REQ: New York/ California/Hawaii Region)

16" CHROME DOUBLE-WINDOW WHEELS (N/A w/675 Security Pkg or T23 Tires)

HEATED SEATS -inc: 5-temp settings, distinct settings for back & both back/seat heating

DRIVER SELECT SYSTEM -inc: semi-active suspension, selectable ride control, memory profile system, audio & climate steering wheel controls, auto-dimming outside mirror (REQ: 916 JBL Audio System)

FRONT LICENSE PLATE BRACKET *generated in states w/2 license plates*

PWR MOONROOF -inc: color-keyed sunshade (REQ: 175 Garage Door Opener)

PERSONAL SECURITY PKG -inc: SecuriTires run flat tires, pressure alert warning system, programmable garage door opener (REQ: 64F Highly Polished Aluminum Wheels)

PROGRAMMABLE GARAGE DOOR OPENER

RESCU PKG -inc: automatic Lincoln RESCU activation upon air bag deployment, programmable garage door opener, cellular telephone, JBL audio system

PORTABLE/CONVERTIBLE CELLULAR PHONE -inc: phone number/signal strength/timed length of call displays in message center *service may not be available in all areas* (REQ: 916 JBL Audio System)

P225/60R16 ALL-SEASON BSW TIRES (STD)

P225/60VR16 BSW TIRES (REQ: 64F Highly Polished Aluminum Wheels)

PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PKG -inc: base vehicle

4-SPEED ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE W/OD (STD)

NATIONAL REGION

NEW YORK/CALIFORNIA/HAWAII REGION

** ALL PASSENGER CARS SOLD IN 1998 FOR $36,000 AND ABOVE ARE SUBJECT TO A LUXURY TAX **

CLEARCOAT PAINT (STD)

EXTRA COST TRI-COAT PAINT *affects color availability*

ENGINE BLOCK IMMERSION HEATER (LPO)

PRICED DORA

STANDARD EMISSIONS

CALIFORNIA/MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK/CONNECTICUT EMISSIONS

CALIFORNIA/MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK/CONNECTICUT EMISSIONS NOT REQUIRED *for units shipped/ sold to California/Massachusetts/New York/ Connecticut dealers for registration out of state* (REQ: Standard or 428 Emissions)

CALIFORNIA/MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK/CONNECTICUT PUBLIC SERVICE/EMERGENCY VEHICLE EXEMPTION *only available on units sold to authorized governmental units & privately-owned ambulance companies* (REQ: 423 Emissions)

HIGH ALTITUDE EMISSIONS

NON-HIGH ALTITUDE EMISSIONS *for units shipped/sold to dealers in high altitude areas for registration in standard emissions areas* (REQ: Standard Emissions)

NON-CALIFORNIA/MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK/ CONNECTICUT DEALER ORDER FOR CALIFORNIA/ MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK/CONNECTICUT REGISTRATION *req on all units ordered by dealers for California/Massachusetts/New York Connecticut registration when vehicle is being delivered to non-California/ Massachusetts/New York/Connecticut location (REQ: 422 Emissions)

  Light Prairie Tan (CC/Met) -- Medium Prairie Tan

  Light Prairie Tan (CC/Met) -- Midnight Black

  Medium Gold (CC/Met) -- Medium Prairie Tan

  Medium Gold (CC/Met) -- Ivory

  Medium Gold (CC/Met) -- Midnight Black

  Med Charcoal Green (CC/Met) -- Light Graphite

  Med Charcoal Green (CC/Met) -- Medium Prairie Tan

  Med Charcoal Green (CC/Met) -- Ivory

  Med Charcoal Green (CC/Met) -- Midnight Black

  Ivory Pearl Tri-Coat (CC/Met -- Medium Prairie Tan

  Ivory Pearl Tri-Coat (CC/Met -- Ivory

  Ivory Pearl Tri-Coat (CC/Met -- Midnight Black

  Med Charcoal Blue (CC/Met) -- Light Graphite

  Med Charcoal Blue (CC/Met) -- Medium Prairie Tan

  Med Charcoal Blue (CC/Met) -- Ivory

  Med Charcoal Blue (CC/Met) -- Midnight Black

  Silver Frost (CC/Met) -- Light Graphite

  Silver Frost (CC/Met) -- Midnight Black

  Midnight Grey (CC/Met) -- Light Graphite

  Midnight Grey (CC/Met) -- Medium Prairie Tan

  Midnight Grey (CC/Met) -- Ivory

  Midnight Grey (CC/Met) -- Midnight Black

  Black (CC) -- Light Graphite

  Black (CC) -- Medium Prairie Tan

  Black (CC) -- Ivory

  Black (CC) -- Midnight Black

  White Pearl Tri-Coat (CC/Met -- Light Graphite

  White Pearl Tri-Coat (CC/Met -- Medium Prairie Tan

  White Pearl Tri-Coat (CC/Met -- Ivory

  White Pearl Tri-Coat (CC/Met -- Midnight Black

  Vibrant White (CC/Met) -- Light Graphite

  Vibrant White (CC/Met) -- Medium Prairie Tan

  Vibrant White (CC/Met) -- Midnight Black

Basic Years : 4

Basic Miles/km : 50,000

Drivetrain Years : 2

Drivetrain Miles/km : 24,000

Corrosion Years : 5

Corrosion Miles/km : Unlimited

Roadside Assistance Years : 4

Roadside Assistance Miles/km : 50,000

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID : 98V269

Potential Number of Units Affected : 2,500

Summary : The fuel rail crossover hose was damaged during fuel rail assembly, allowing fuel leakage. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in fire.

Remedy : Dealers will replace the fuel rail with a revised fuel rail assembly. Owner notification was to begin Nov. 16, 1998. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Dates of Manufacture : September - October 1998

Manufacturer Recall No. : 98S29