Lincoln Nautilus: Storing Your Vehicle / Removing Your Vehicle From Storage
When your vehicle is ready to come out of
storage, do the following:
- We recommend that you change the
engine oil before you use your vehicle
again.
- Wash your vehicle to remove any dirt or
grease film build-up on window surfaces.
- Check windshield wipers for any
deterioration.
- Check under the hood for any foreign
material that may have collected during
storage such as mice or squirrel nests.
- Check the exhaust for any foreign
material that may have collected during
storage.
- Check tire pressures and set tire inflation
per the Tire Label.
- Check brake pedal operation. Drive your
vehicle 15 ft (4.5 m) back and forth to
remove rust build-up.
- Check fluid levels (including coolant, oil
and gas) to make sure there are no leaks,
and fluids are at recommended levels.
- If you remove the battery, clean the
battery cable ends and check for
damage.
Contact an authorized dealer if you have any
concerns or issues.
If you plan on storing your vehicle for 30
days or more, the following maintenance
recommendations ensures your vehicle stays
in good operating condition...
Other information:
Brake Precautions
WARNING: Driving your vehicle with
the warning lamp on is dangerous. A
significant decrease in braking
performance may occur. It may take you
longer to stop your vehicle. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Driving extended distances with the
parking brake engaged can cause brake
failure and the risk of personal injury.
Wet brakes result in reduced braking
eff..
Removal
Detach the clips and pivot the instrument panel LH lower trim panel downward.
Remove the headlamp switch.
Disconnect the headlamp switch electrical connector.
Release the tabs and remove the headlamp switch from the instrument panel LH lower trim panel.
Installation
To install, reverse the remo..