Check behind the trunk liner. Remove appropriate bolts until light panel(s) loosen. Remove light panels and look for burned lights (remember to check wrap-around light at corners).
Where is abs fuse at
remove the trunk lining or bend it back easy where the brake light is to access it and change it out.
3157 - See sources and related links for picture, specifications and 1999 Lincoln Continental full light bulb list.
You have to remove the trunk liner from the rear of the car,and then remove the three bolts that hold the taillight into place.
You probably have a blown brake light fuse for whatever reason. The shift lock operates on the same circuit as the brake lights so check the fuse first.
its a speed sensor. about 95$ plus labor
It means check your transmission, why not start with the oil.
the Lincoln continental shares the same dash with the mark series. The continental had a 2.3 turbo as an available option.
Check on the upper end of brake pedal (under dash)
Check the operation and alignment of the stop light switch - usually located at the upper end of the brake pedal under dash area
Check for a blown brake light fuse ( in the fuse panel ) or the brake light switch at the brake pedal could be the problem. The brake light switch releases the shifter lock as well as operating the brake lights.
You may have blown a fuse. Check your fuses. Then you can check your light connections.