Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1986 Lincoln Continental BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Labor Times
- Accessories and Equipment
- Accessories Control Systems
- Exterior Lights
- Gauges and Instrument Panels
- Charging Indicator Bulb
- Coolant Temperature Gauge (Dash Unit)
- Coolant Temperature Indicator Bulb
- Coolant Temperature Sender Or Sensor
- Display Assembly
- Fuel Gauge (Dash Unit)
- Fuel Gauge Tank Unit
- Instrument Cluster Printed Circuit
- Instrument Cluster Voltage Regulator
- Low Fuel Warning Switch Or Relay
- Oil Pressure Indicator Bulb
- Oil Pressure Sender Or Switch
- Speedometer Cable & Housing
- Speedometer Driven Gear
- Speedometer Head
- Trip Computer
- Headlights
- Ignition Switches and Steering Locks
- Warning Systems
- Window Motors and Regulators
- Wiper & Washer Systems
- Body and Frame
- Brakes
- Drivelines and Axles
- Axle Shafts - Rear
- Differentials and Drive Axles - Rear
- Driveshafts and Universal Joints
- Electrical
- Engine Mechanical
- Auxiliary Emission Control Systems
- Air By-Pass &/Or Diverter Valve
- Air Injection Reactor Pump
- Air Injection Reactor Pump Belt
- Canister Purge Solenoid
- EGR Control Valve Solenoid
- EGR Pressure Sensor
- EGR Tube
- EGR Valve
- EGR Valve Position Sensor
- Electronic Vacuum Regulator
- Engine Emission System
- Evaporation Canister Filter
- Evaporation Control Canister
- Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor
- PCV Valve
- Tab/Tad Solenoid
- Cooling Fan
- Cooling System (Mechanical)
- Exhaust
- Fuel Systems
- Lubrication Systems
- Mechanical
- Camshaft
- Camshaft Bearing Set
- Connecting Rod Bearings
- Crankshaft
- Crankshaft Damper Or Pulley
- Crankshaft Main Oil Seal
- Crankshaft Oil Seal
- Cylinder Head Gasket
- Engine Assembly
- Engine Assembly (Complete)
- Engine Or Transmission Mount
- Long Block
- Main Bearings
- Piston Ring Set
- Push Rod
- Rocker Arm
- Rocker Arm Stud
- Short Block
- Timing Chain
- Timing Cover &/Or Gasket
- Valve
- Valve Cover Gasket
- Valve Lifters
- Valve Spring Or Seal
- Starters
- Auxiliary Emission Control Systems
- Engine Performance
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC)
- Steering
- Suspension
- Front Suspension
- Suspension Control Systems
- Wheel and Tire Systems
- Transmission
- Automatic Trans
- Clutch Manual and Hydraulic
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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