Expert: Skip Bollinger - 5/21/2007

Question
1997 Lincoln Continental - the air compressor for the air suspension has quit working. Where is the relay for this located?

Thanks!!!

Answer
Mike,
  I'm sorry to take so long to get back with you on this but I have NO customers that can tell me exactly where the relay is. Please remember I'm a Parts Professional, NOT a tech. I even tried to find a relay so I could get a photo of it and it seems to be a dealer item only.
  The general consensus is it is bolted to the compressor or near the compressor. Some have said it should be about 2"x2"x1 1/2" and have cooling fins. This is all I have found out.
  Have you tried calling your local Lincoln dealer or going to the library? In the library, they have a "Reference Section" and, depending on the size of the library, may or may not have a repair manual for your Lincoln. You cannot check out books from this section but you can photocopy them if you need to.
  I became frustrated today when, after the last of about 7 phone calls to Wholesale accounts were made, no one could help me. I know I haven't been much help to you either and I'm sorry.
  Everyone I asked, asked me if you were getting voltage to the compressor. They want to make sure the compressor hasn't given up the ghost.
  If you make any other discoveries or need any parts, you can contact me again and we will keep trying. Good Luck, brother...
Skip