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.
2000 Lincoln ContinentalFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Component Locations
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2001 Lincoln Continental. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
COMPONENT LOCATIONS
| Component | Location | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Restraint Control Module (1) | Between Front Seats, Below Center Console | ||||||
| Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Control Module | Left Front Of Engine Compartment | ||||||
| Data Link Connector (DLC) | Below Driver's Side Of Instrument Panel, To Right Of Steering Column | ||||||
| Driver's Door Module (DDM) | Inside Driver's Door | ||||||
| Driver's Seat Module (DSM) | Under Driver's Seat | ||||||
| Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) Module | Behind Center Of Instrument Panel | ||||||
| Audio Control Module (ACM) (2) | Behind Center Of Instrument Panel, On Radio | ||||||
| Lighting Control Module (LCM) | On Instrument Panel, Behind Headlight Switch | ||||||
| Next Generation Speed Control (NGSC) Servo (3) | Mounted On Left Shock Tower | ||||||
| Powertrain Control Module (PCM) | In Passenger's Side Of Engine Compartment, On Firewall | ||||||
| Remote Emergency Satellite Cellular Unit (RESCU) Module | Passenger's Side Rear Corner Of Trunk, Behind Trim Panel, In Front Of Taillight Assembly | ||||||
| Vehicle Dynamic Module (VDM) | In Driver's Side Of Trunk, On Panel Below Rear Window | ||||||
| Virtual Image Cluster (VIC) | Behind Left Side Of Instrument Panel | ||||||
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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.