no, if your system does not air up , if yourpump runs constantly and then shuts down, If your check suspension light comes on after a few minutes of running, you might have a compressor problem. If your light comes on as soon as you start the vehicle, check to see if your shut off switch in the trunk is off.
A 1997 Lincoln Continental will use Mercon transmission fluid- AX4N Transmission
Automatic Transmission fluid
Use Ford Type F fluid.
MERCON V It's Ford's transmission fluid.
According to the 2003 Lincoln LS owners manual : Motorcraft MERCON automatic transmission fluid is used as the power steering fluid
According to the 2000 Lincoln LS Owner Guide : ( Motorcraft MERCON automatic transmission fluid is used as the power steering fluid )
MERCON
Mercron 5
For a 1996 Lincoln Town Car : ( DOT 3 brake fluid meeting Ford specification ESA-M6C25-A )
According to the 1996 Lincoln Continental Owner Guide : Motorcraft MERCON automatic transmission fluid * the type used should be engraved in the automatic transmission fluid dipstick
DOT 3
When I serviced my transmission, I bought fluid and parts from the dealer. It is a special "synthetic oil" fluid.