Lincoln Continental 1985
Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Investigations, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins
Below you will find all available information on the 1985 Lincoln Continental, manufacturered by Ford Motor Company.
The vehicle is described as a Rear-Wheel Drive Midsize Cars .
| Manufacturer | Known WMI(s) | Fuel Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln | 1MH 1ZW 2MH YYC 1MR WF1 1LJ 1LN 2FA 3MA 6MP KNJ 3FA | Diesel |
| City MPG | Highway MPG | CO2 emissions |
| 14 - 20 MPG | 22 - 26 MPG | 462.72 - 522.76 g/mile |
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What is the MPG of a 1985 Lincoln Continental?
- The 1985 Lincoln Continental has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 14 - 20 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 22 - 26 MPG.
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What is the fuse box diagram for the 1985 Lincoln Continental?
- Fuse box diagrams for the 1985 Lincoln Continental can be found here
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What is the annual fuel cost for the 1985 Lincoln Continental?
- EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 1985 Lincoln Continental is $2600.
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Where is the 1985 Lincoln Continental produced?
- The 1985 Lincoln Continental is produced in Dearborn Michigan, United States (usa).
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Are there recalls for the 1985 Lincoln Continental?
- There are 3 recall(s) for the 1985 Lincoln Continental, additional information is below.
Recall 27534 [USA]: System: brakes. vehicle description: passenger cars equipped with a brake system supply motor hydraulic rear brakes and power
Recall 28857 [USA]: A wire to the air suspension compressor could overheat creating a potential for a fire, primarily when parked and key is removed.
Recall 1986087 [Canada]: Brakes
Recall 1985038 [Canada]: Defective electronic modules may cause a malfunction in the electrical air suspension circuitry. if this occurs, a potential e
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Automatic 4-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Continental
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 2.4 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (DSL,TRBO) Transmission Automatic 4-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -3250 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 16.2361 City mpg for fuel type 1, 20 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 22 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 2.4 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 3220 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (DSL,TRBO) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 2600 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Diesel Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Diesel Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 26 Vehicle record id 484 4 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 15 Model name (carline) Continental Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 4-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 102 Transmission Automatic 4-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 25.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 37.0 EPA vehicle size class Midsize Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -3250 If t, this vehicle is turbocharged T Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Automatic 4-spd Rear-Wheel Drive Continental
Description Data Engine cylinders 8 Engine displacement in liters 5.0 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Automatic 4-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -6250 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 17.5006 City mpg for fuel type 1, 14 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 17 Engine cylinders 8 Engine displacement in liters 5.0 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 3401 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3200 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 22 Vehicle record id 485 4 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 15 Model name (carline) Continental Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 4-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 102 Transmission Automatic 4-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 17.7778 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 30.0 EPA vehicle size class Midsize Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -6250 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.
- 99196 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Information on identifying non-approved / alternate refrigerants which could cause safety, and performance concerns if installed in ford a/c systems. *tt
- 99222 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses. *tt
- 9566 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC: Unknown
- 01157 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts. *slc
- 01156 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:HEATER CORE: Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. *slc
- 0015 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *mjs
- 99152 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Information on the new flush and fill tool available through rotunda. *tt
- 98246 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Ford motor company has released a new electrical grease ( f8az - 19g208-aa ) to reduce the possibility of moisture corrosion at the terminals. *yc
- 9874 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: A new silicone gasket and sealant. *yc
- 9864 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Information on a buzzing or rattle noise from the exhaust system. *tt
- 9888 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Information on a new transmission fluid usage chart. *yc
- 985A13 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC: The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable. *yc
- 97511 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Fluid- transmission fluid usage charts. *jd
- 962612 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER: Transaxle - torque converter replacement guidelines and torque converter/transaxle cooling system cleaning procedures - service tip. *tw
- 96221 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD: Windshield and interior glass - fog/film. *tw
- 96249 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER: Torque converter - leak test procedure - service tip. *tw
- 96246 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: Wiring - electrical diode identification and service replacements. *tw
- 95212 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP: The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable because it may be incompatible with the rubber material used in the disc brake system. If petroleum-based grease is used to lubricate any par
- BC5015950601 - SUSPENSION:FRONT: Unknown
- 9562 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC: Roughness concern during brake application. *tw
Air suspension failure investigation # PE93036
There is no summary currently available
Abs failure investigation # PE88100
There is no summary currently available
Brake failure investigation # PE86067
Analysis:the 8 complaints in odi complaint file revealed sudden brakefailure.Ford has issued a service bulletin, 03250000, on 1985 mark viisfor an out of position wiring harness.In this case the braking sensormay short causing power brake failure.There have been no recallspertaining to this alleged defect.Further investigation is suggested toevaluate this alleged defect.Status:ir prepared.Proposed action:to open a preliminary evaluation.
| Crash | Fire | Towed | Injured | Deaths | Failure Date |
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| No | No | N | None | None | 20020212 |
Pe 020; while traveling 60mph on interstate and without prior warning right rear tire separated. Firestone, P22570r/15. Consumer will fill further information. *ak
| No | Fire | N | None | None | 19990427 |
A faulty air suspension control system caused fire in engine compartment resulting in total loss of the vehicle. Yh
| No | Fire | N | None | None | 19990426 |
My lincoln continental caught fire under the hood. All indications are that this was caused by a defective air suspension contol module. I understand that there was a recall (nhtsa 85v04) to replace this part on 1985 linclon manufactured from 11/84 to 3/85. When i called ford motor company's customer assistance center, i was advised, on more than one ocassion, that my vehicle was not a part of any recall. However, i have since determined and ford's research group has confirmed that my vehicle was manufactured on 3/6/85. This indicates to me that ford motor company failed to recall my vehicle in error. The fire was a result of this error. My car is not driveable as a result of the fire. I am requesting that ford motor company rectify this situation by either fully repairing my vehicle or by reimbursing me the full retail market value that it will cost to replace the vehicle (along with any other expenses i have incurred as a result of the fire). The car is available for examination at my residence. Please advise me as to how to proceed from this point to get a timely resolution to my problem. Thanks, in advance for your timely reply.
| No | No | N | None | None | 19970530 |
Brakes: light indicator for power brake system relay remains on, indicating the brake pump is running continuously. *ak
| No | Fire | N | None | None | 19960625 |
Vehicle fire. *sd
| No | Fire | N | None | None | 19960115 |
Electrical short or shock in the vehicle, causing the vehicle to catch on fire. *ak
| No | No | N | None | None | 19951230 |
Antilock brakes failed prior to recall. *sd
| No | Fire | N | None | None | 19951229 |
Vehicle was parked, saw smoke near ignition switch and vents, under the dash, vehicle completely burned. *ak
| No | No | N | None | None | 19951210 |
The abs light comes on and when the car is stopped the vehicle will lose brakes and roll foreward and the owners foot will still be on the brake pedal. *ak
Common OBD-II Error Codes
- P2257 [1] Secondary Air Injection System Control "A" Circuit Low