Is there anyone that can tell me or point me in the direction of a website that will show me how to turn off the traction control on my 97 lincoln towncar?If sent to a website please notify me of one with free information.thank you

On a 1997 Lincoln Town Car there is no way to ''turn off'' the traction control system. It is incorporated into the operation of the ABS system.

why it may save your backside

Although u cannot turn it off, it may help to know how it works , especially if u r having a problem with it.

Your vehicle has :
Traction AssistTM (If equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with the optional
Traction AssistTM system. This system helps prevent
wheel spin in order to improve tire traction & is
an especially useful feature when u drive in hilly
areas or on slippery, icy or snowy roads.
Traction AssistTM works automatically by rapidly
applying & releasing the brakes to prevent one or
both of the rear drive wheels from spinning during
acceleration.
During the Traction AssistTM function, which most
often occurs during low speed acceleration on
slippery surfaces, a noise may be heard coming from
the engine compartment. This is normal & may
last for a few seconds during the acceleration of the
vehicle.
In general, this system improves ur vehicle’s
stability & acceleration performance when road
conditions warrant. Traction AssistTM is fully
effective up to approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).
At 25 mph (40 km/h) the function begins to taper
off until it no longer operates above 34 mph
(55 km/h).
If the Traction Assis;TM system is cycled excessively,
the system will shut down to prevent the rear
brakes from overheating. A cooling down period is
required to prevent damage to the brakes. This time
period varies & depends on brake usage during
the cooling down period. Anti-Lock braking is not
affected & will function normally during the cool
down period.
After the cool down period, the Traction AssistTM
function is restored.%

There is a way to shut off the Traction Control of your Town Car, however it also prevents the the Antilock brakes from working, and l DO NOT RECOMMEND THAT!

In addition, why would you wish to shut of the Traction Control??? Are you having problems with it?