2002 LINCOLN Continental INTECH 3.9L V8 (UN173)

UN173 / 4-door sedan / North America (main documented market; minor export markets unlikely)

INTECH 3.9L V8Registro exacto de año/versiónGold

Engine identity

Engine code

INTECH 3.9L V8

Engine summary

3.9L SOHC V8 with multi-port fuel injection, variable cam timing on intake valves

Displacement

3949 cc

Power

280 hp @ 5000 rpm

Torque

285 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm

Fuel system

Sequential multi-port fuel injection

Timing drive

Single overhead camshaft driven by chain with variable timing on intake valves

Puerto OBD

Verify by VIN and market

Oils and fluids

Tipo de aceite

5W-30 API service-grade engine oil

Capacidad de aceite

5.7 liters (6.0 quarts) including oil filter (service-fill)

Refrigerante

Approximately 11.4 liters (12 quarts), system capacity

Fluido

MERCON ATF

Differential fluid

Hypoid gear oil SAE 75W-90 synthetic or equivalent

Líquido de frenos

DOT 3 or DOT 4

Service and parts data

Manual transmission

Not applicable (no manual transmission offered)

Automatic transmission

4-speed 4R70W electronically controlled automatic

Spark plugs

Motorcraft Platinum Spark Plugs, gap 0.052 in (1.3 mm)

Service interval

Oil and filter change every 7,500 miles or 12 months

Medidas de neumáticos

P225/60R16, P235/55R17 (optional)

Torque de rueda

Verify by VIN and market

Common and chronic problems

Coolant leaks at heater core and radiator hoses
Intake manifold gasket leaks
Ignition coil and plug wire wear

First checks

Inspect cooling system hoses and thermostat for leaks or failure
Check transmission shifting and fluid condition
Evaluate ignition system spark plug wear

Antes de cambiar piezas

Save fault codes and freeze-frame data before clearing anything.
Check engine oil, coolant and transmission fluid using the correct temperature and service procedure.
Verify power, ground, connectors, hoses, leaks and live data before replacing expensive parts.

Important notes

2002 was final model year of the tenth-generation Lincoln Continental; minor changes only
Main market was North America; no widely documented global export versions with significant variations

Códigos comunes

Source and verification notes

Lincoln Owner's Manual 2002 Continental, technical specifications section
Ford Motor Company technical service bulletins 2000-2002 for Lincoln Continental

Herramientas compatibles

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Preguntas frecuentes

What engine code does the 2002 LINCOLN Continental INTECH 3.9L V8 (UN173) use? 2002 LINCOLN Continental INTECH 3.9L V8 (UN173) is listed here with engine code INTECH 3.9L V8; engine summary: 3.9L SOHC V8 with multi-port fuel injection, variable cam timing on intake valves.
What oil and capacity does the 2002 LINCOLN Continental INTECH 3.9L V8 (UN173) use? 2002 LINCOLN Continental INTECH 3.9L V8 (UN173) is listed with 5W-30 API service-grade engine oil and oil capacity 5.7 liters (6.0 quarts) including oil filter (service-fill). Confirm market and engine option before service.
What are common 2002 LINCOLN Continental INTECH 3.9L V8 (UN173) problems? Highlighted checks for 2002 LINCOLN Continental INTECH 3.9L V8 (UN173): Coolant leaks at heater core and radiator hoses, Intake manifold gasket leaks, Ignition coil and plug wire wear.

Engine identity

Engine code

INTECH 3.9L V8

Engine summary

3.9L SOHC V8 with multi-port fuel injection, variable cam timing on intake valves

Displacement

3949 cc

Power

280 hp @ 5000 rpm

Torque

285 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm

Fuel system

Sequential multi-port fuel injection

Timing drive

Single overhead camshaft driven by chain with variable timing on intake valves

Puerto OBD

Verify by VIN and market

Oils and fluids

Tipo de aceite

5W-30 API service-grade engine oil

Capacidad de aceite

5.7 liters (6.0 quarts) including oil filter (service-fill)

Refrigerante

Approximately 11.4 liters (12 quarts), system capacity

Fluido

MERCON ATF

Differential fluid

Hypoid gear oil SAE 75W-90 synthetic or equivalent

Líquido de frenos

DOT 3 or DOT 4

Service and parts data

Manual transmission

Not applicable (no manual transmission offered)

Automatic transmission

4-speed 4R70W electronically controlled automatic

Spark plugs

Motorcraft Platinum Spark Plugs, gap 0.052 in (1.3 mm)

Service interval

Oil and filter change every 7,500 miles or 12 months

Medidas de neumáticos

P225/60R16, P235/55R17 (optional)

Torque de rueda

Verify by VIN and market

Preguntas frecuentes

What engine code does the 2002 LINCOLN Continental INTECH 3.9L V8 (UN173) use? 2002 LINCOLN Continental INTECH 3.9L V8 (UN173) is listed here with engine code INTECH 3.9L V8; engine summary: 3.9L SOHC V8 with multi-port fuel injection, variable cam timing on intake valves.

What oil and capacity does the 2002 LINCOLN Continental INTECH 3.9L V8 (UN173) use? 2002 LINCOLN Continental INTECH 3.9L V8 (UN173) is listed with 5W-30 API service-grade engine oil and oil capacity 5.7 liters (6.0 quarts) including oil filter (service-fill). Confirm market and engine option before service.

What are common 2002 LINCOLN Continental INTECH 3.9L V8 (UN173) problems? Highlighted checks for 2002 LINCOLN Continental INTECH 3.9L V8 (UN173): Coolant leaks at heater core and radiator hoses, Intake manifold gasket leaks, Ignition coil and plug wire wear.

2002 LINCOLN Continental INTECH 3.9L V8 (UN173)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

First checks

Antes de cambiar piezas

Important notes

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2002 LINCOLN Continental INTECH 3.9L V8 (UN173)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

First checks

Antes de cambiar piezas

Important notes