A 1996 Lincoln will leak oil if the gaskets or seals have began to break down. This is common with older vehicles as the seals only last 10 to 15 years.
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Don't forget the basics :
Oil filter gasket , oil pan drain plug , etcetera
According to the 1996 Lincoln Continental Owner Guide : ( 5W-30 ) is the preferred oil
According to the 1996 Lincoln Continental Owner Guide : ( 5W-30 is the PREFERRED oil )
An oil leak on a 1996 Mercury Sable may be caused by a hole in the filter or oil pan. These parts can be replaced at any auto parts store. A mechanic will be able to pinpoint the exact location of any leak.
Yes I can
Could be anywhere along the radiator hose to the journal where the thermostat is located, the mounting plate that the oil filter is screwed on to.
How many quarts of oil does my 1996 Lincoln Continental take?
Your question is vague. Where is it leaking from? Or, r u asking how to find the source of the leak?
Find the biggest oil leak with a wire leading out of it just above the oil filter
its your oil filter adapter.its a seal that costs 5 bucks
Valve cover Oil sending unit Oil filter gasket
Loosing this much oil in such a short period of time, there should be obvious leaks. If you see none, then it is probably burning the oil, and not leaking.
According to one of the Ford websites : For a 1996 Lincoln Town Car , 4.6 liter V8 engine : ( the Motorcraft FL-820 engine oil filter is used )