1988 Lincoln Towncar

make sure there is no broken wire between the body and the door

this is for the base model

FUSE PANEL IDENTIFICATION (1983-90 LINCOLN TOWN CAR) The fuse panel is located in the instrument panel to the left of the steering column. To expose fuse panel, remove lower steering column finish panel.

Fuse & Circuit Breaker Identification

· 1 - 15 Amp Stoplights, Hazard Warning Lights, Speed Control Module, Trailer Tow Relays, Cornering Light Relay (1983-89)
· 2 - 8.25 Amp (Circuit Breaker) Windshield Wiper/Washer
· 3 - Blank
· 4 - 15 Amp Taillights, Side Marker, License Light, Parking & Coach Lights, Cluster Illumination, Trailer Tow Relay
· 5 - 15 Amp Turn Signal & Back-Up Lights, Trailer Tow Relay, Cornering Light Relays, Heated Rear Window Relay, Rear Defrost (1988-90), A/C Clutch & ATC Module (1990), Load Leveling (1990)
· 6 - 20 Amp Heated Rear Window Control, Speed Control Module & Clock Display, Illuminated Entry Module, Power Window & Police Accy Relays, Fuel Filler Door Release (1983-87), A/C Clutch & Cornering Lights (1983-89), Deck Lid Release (1987-90), Tripminder
· 7 - 10 Amp Daytime Running Light Resistor (1990)
· 8 - 15 Amp Dome LP-Clock, Key Warning Chimes & Electric Mirrors, Courtesy & Visor Mirror Lights, Autolight & Illuminated Entry Modules, Tripminder, Electronic Radio Memory, Trunk & Underhood Lights
· 9 - 15/30 Amp Heater Blower (15 Amp), AC/ATC Blower (30 Amp)
· 10 - Blank
· 11 - 20 Amp Radio & Power Antenna, CB Radio
· 12 - 20 Amp Door Cigarette Lighters, Power Seats & Door Locks (30 Amp), Tailgate Power Window (1983-89)
· 13 - 5 Amp Illuminated Outside Thermometer, Instrument Panel Lights
· 14 - 20/25 Amp (Circuit Breaker) Flash-To-Pass, Sun Roof, Power Windows
· 15 - 10 Amp Taillights, Parking, Side Marker/Coach, License Lights
· 16 - 20 Amp Horn & Front Cigarette Lighter
· 17 - 15 Amp Electronic Cluster, Message Center
· 18 - 10 Amp Warning Indicator Lights, Throttle Solenoid Positioner, Low Fuel Module & Autolight System, Dual Timer Buzzer & Electronic Chimes, Electronic Message Center

Brake lights work ?

I think I already answered this... but there is an amplifier behind the back seat in the trunk area, and there is a fuse on it. Start by replacing that fuse.

you need: spark plugs, spark plug wires, depending on if newer system that is all. if it is older you will also need rotor cap and rotor button. label the plug wires and change one plug and corosponding wire at a time after changing the (cap and button).make shure the plug wires go on the new cap in the same order that they came off.

If u here it ticking it means the flicker unit is responding so check the fuses and ground wire

change the relays it will work find a relay diagram and it will be ok

Hello Amlatham312,

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I believe you will find VERY LITTLE in common with the
WINDOWS & rear mount CD player...

Before I spent a lot of time chasing around individual
fuse circuits... Clean & service your main GROUND
and Battery Cables...

Base no concerns on the DRIVER's window
switch... It is the most heavily used/abused switch
on EVERY Vehicle... everywhere:
http://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/lincoln,1998,town+car,4.6l+v8,1305144,electrical-switch+&+relay,power+window+switch,4624

Example fuse kit
Amazon com Bussman NO 53 Buss Fuses ATC MAX Repair Kit Automotive

Hope this helps


Carnac the Magnificent

Start with fuse, then the switch. Other than internal problems perhaps a short.

where is the antenna wire located on the 2003 Lincon Town Car?