Service and repair manuals for 25 model years of the Lincoln Continental, 1982 to 2020. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Lincoln published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.
Engines across the range: 5.0L V8 — OHV · 3.8L V6 — OHV · 2.4L I6 — SOHC, turbocharged · 4.6L V8 — DOHC · 3.7L V6 — 227 cu in, DOHC · 2.7L V6 — DOHC, turbocharged · 3.0L V6 — 180 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged.
Federal safety record, all years: 59 recalls, 2,552 owner complaints and 1,702 technical service bulletins are logged for the Continental. Refreshed 2026-08-21.
01 / Model yearsChoose your Continental year
| Year | Price | Recalls | Engines | Trims | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $49.99 | 1 | 3.0L V6; 3.7L V6; 2.7L V6 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Coach Door Edition Sedan 4-Door · Black Label Sedan 4-Door · Reserve Sedan 4-Door +1 | details → |
| 2019 | $49.99 | 1 | 3.7L V6; 2.7L V6; 3.0L V6 | Select Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · 80th Anniversary Coach Door Edition Sedan 4-Door · Black Label Sedan 4-Door +2 | details → |
| 2018 | $49.99 | 1 | 3.7L V6; 2.7L V6; 3.0L V6 | Select Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Black Label Sedan 4-Door · Reserve Sedan 4-Door +2 | details → |
| 2017 | $49.99 | 3 | 3.7L V6; 2.7L V6; 3.0L V6 | Select Sedan 4-Door · Black Label Sedan 4-Door · Reserve Sedan 4-Door · Premiere Sedan 4-Door +1 | details → |
| 2002 | $29.99 | 1 | 4.6L V8 | Base Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 2001 | $29.99 | 2 | 4.6L V8 | Base Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 2000 | $29.99 | 3 | 4.6L V8 | Base Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1999 | $29.99 | 2 | 4.6L V8 | Base Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1998 | $29.99 | 1 | 4.6L V8 | Base Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1997 | $29.99 | 1 | 4.6L V8 | Spinnaker Edition Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1996 | $29.99 | 1 | 4.6L V8 | Spinnaker Edition Sedan 4-Door · Anniversary Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1995 | $29.99 | 1 | 4.6L V8 | Spinnaker Edition Sedan 4-Door · Diamond Anniversary Sedan 4-Door · Signature Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1994 | $29.99 | 5 | 3.8L V6 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Executive Sedan 4-Door · Signature Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1993 | $29.99 | 4 | 3.8L V6 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Executive Sedan 4-Door · Signature Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1992 | $29.99 | 3 | 3.8L V6 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Executive Sedan 4-Door · Signature Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1991 | $29.99 | 3 | 3.8L V6 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Executive Sedan 4-Door · Signature Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1990 | $29.99 | 5 | 3.8L V6 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Signature Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1989 | $29.99 | 1 | 3.8L V6 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Signature Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1988 | $29.99 | 7 | 3.8L V6 | Base Sedan 4-Door · Signature Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1987 | $29.99 | 1 | 5.0L V8 | Givenchy Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1986 | $29.99 | 5 | 5.0L V8 | Givenchy Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1985 | $29.99 | 2 | 2.4L I6; 5.0L V8 | Givenchy Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Valentino Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1984 | $29.99 | 2 | 2.4L I6; 5.0L V8 | Givenchy Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Valentino Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1983 | $29.99 | 2 | 5.0L V8 | Givenchy Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Valentino Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 1982 | $29.99 | 1 | 5.0L V8; 3.8L V6 | Givenchy Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Signature Sedan 4-Door | details → |
02 / InsideSample pages
From the 2020 Continental manual.
03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers
- Quick Lookups 2,375
- General Information 1,644
- Accessories & Equipment 4,116
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 284
- Body & Frame 970
- Maintenance 73
- Brakes 910
- Restraints 180
- Drivelines & Axles 66
- Steering 84
- Electrical 2,827
- Suspension 207
- Engine Mechanical 292
- Transmission 462
- Engine Performance 2,907
04 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it
| Option | What you pay | After a year |
|---|---|---|
| eManualStore Continental manual | $29.99–$49.99 once | Still yours |
| Per-vehicle online subscription | from $29 / year, renewing | Pay again or lose access |
| Library membership services | $33 / month, capped | $396 spent, nothing kept |
| Professional shop databases | $499–$2,388 / year | Renew or lose access |
Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.
FAQQuestions about the Continental manual
Which Continental years does this manual cover?
Every year from 1982 to 2020 — 25 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.
Is this the OEM Lincoln Continental manual or an aftermarket guide?
The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Lincoln published for the Continental, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.
Does it include Continental wiring diagrams?
Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every Continental manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.
Does the manual cover Continental recalls?
59 recalls are on federal record across the 1982–2020 Continental, listed by year below. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind the systems involved; the recall repairs themselves are performed free by Lincoln dealers.
Why do some Continental years cost more?
Pricing follows the manual: 1982–2002 at $29.99, 2017–2020 at $49.99. Newer model years have substantially larger manuals with more systems, control modules and diagrams.
Is this a subscription?
No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.
How do I get the manual after purchase?
It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.
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