Lincoln 2011 MKZ Hybrid - Manuals

Protecting the environment We must all play our part inprotecting the environment. Correctvehicle usage and the authorizeddisposal of waste, cleaning andlubrication materials are significantsteps towards this aim. Information in this respect is highlighted in thisguide with the tree symbol. CALIFORN...

Since engine speed is controlled by the transmission, it may seemelevated at times. This is normal hybrid operation and helpsdeliver fuel efficiency and performance. Neutral: It is not recommended to idle the vehicle in N (Neutral) for extended periods of time because this will discharge your high v...

Engine: The engine speed in your hybrid is not directly tied to your vehicle speed. Your vehicle’s engine and transmission are designed todeliver the power you need at the most efficient engine speed. Duringheavy accelerations, your hybrid may reach high engine speeds (up to6000 RPM). This is charac...

Additional Tips: • Do not carry extra loads • Be mindful of adding external accessories that may increaseaerodynamic drag • Observe posted speed limits • Perform all scheduled maintenance • There is no need to wait for your engine to “warm up”. The vehicle isready to drive immediately after starting...

Question Answer What is the fan noise I hear fromthe rear of my hybrid? The fan noise comes from a fanlocated inside the high voltagebattery. This fan turns on whenthe battery requires cooling air.The fan speed, and associatednoise level, will change accordingto the amount of cooling requiredto main...

DATA RECORDING Service Data Recording Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting andstoring diagnostic information about your vehicle. This potentiallyincludes information about the performance or status of various systemsand modules in the vehicle, such as engine, throttle, st...

CELL PHONE USE The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasinglyimportant in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However,drivers must not compromise their own or others’ safety when usingsuch equipment. Mobile Communications can enhance personal safetyand security when app...

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front Airbag - Side Child Seat LowerAnchor Child Seat TetherAnchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Parking Brake System Brake Fluid -Non-Petroleum Based P...

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause extensive repairs. A warning light mayilluminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions.Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make ...

has recently run down or been disconnected. If the vehicle does notneed I/M testing, do nothing. The vehicle is designed to check theemission control system during normal driving. If the vehicle needsI/M testing, refer to the Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing section in the Maintena...

WARNING: Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle.Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Driving extendeddistances with the parking brake engaged can cause ...

malfunction with the charging system. Contact your authorized dealer assoon as possible. This indicates a problem with the electrical system or arelated component. Engine oil pressure (RTT): Illuminates when the oil pressurefalls below the normal range. Themessage center displays LOW OILPRESSURE whe...

AdvanceTrac 威 off: Illuminates when AdvanceTrac 威 has been disabled by the driver. Refer to the Driving chapter for more information. Low tire pressure warning: Illuminates to warn you when yourtire pressure is low. If the telltaleremains on solid at start up or whiledriving, the tire pressure shoul...

GAUGES Your vehicle is equipped with an LCD (liquid crystal display),reconfigurable instrument cluster. You can choose from four informationlevels, and also customize certain options within each level. Theinstrument cluster also comes with a demo mode and tutorial feature todemonstrate the four inst...

Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operatingtemperature, the level indicator willbe blue and will be in the normalrange (between “H” and “C”). If theengine coolant temperature exceedsthe normal range, the level indicatorwill change to red to indicate tha...

Instantaneous fuel economygauge: The instantaneous fuel economy is displayed in miles pergallon (or liters per 100 kilometers)from 0 to 60 mpg (or 0 to30L/100km). Your vehicle must bemoving to calculate instantaneousfuel economy. If your instantaneousfuel economy is greater than60 mpg, a “+” sign wi...

Efficiency flowers: Indicates long term driving efficiency. The moreflowers that are displayed, the moreefficiently you have driven. Onceearned, the flowers will remainpermanently unless long term fuelefficiency is reset. Note: Flowers only appear when efficiency leaves are displayed. History graph:...

Trip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of individual journeys.Press and release the messagecenter INFO button until TRIP Amode appears in the display. Pressthe button again to select the TRIPB feature. Press the RESET buttonto reset. Trip summary: When the ignition key is turned to the off ...

Info menu The top line of the display is theodometer which is always present. Repeatedly pressing the INFObutton cycles the display throughthe following options which displayon the lower line: • Trip Odometer A or B • Elapsed Drive Time 1 or 2 • Average Fuel Economy • MyKey Miles (km) • Blank Displa...

Average fuel economy Press INFO to display your averagefuel economy in miles/gallon orliters/100 km. If you calculate your average fueleconomy by dividing miles traveledby gallons of fuel used (liters of fuelused by 100 kilometers traveled),your figure may be different than displayed for the followi...

The setup menu operates by use ofthe INFO, SETUP, and RESETbuttons: • SETUP: Press to enter the setup menu. Press SETUP to scroll throughthe list in the active window. The list wraps back to the first itemwhen the end of the list is reached. An arrow at the top or bottom (orboth) of the list indicat...

Press SETUP to scroll through the list and highlight one of the choices.Press RESET to pick the highlighted item. Units While Units is highlighted, press RESET to select it and move right todisplay the following: • English • Metric Press SETUP to scroll through the list and highlight one of the choi...

Autounlock This feature automatically unlocks all vehicle doors when the driver’sdoor is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being turned off. While Autounlock is highlighted, press RESET to select it and move rightto display the following: • On • Off Press SETUP to scroll through the list and ...

Oil life An oil change is required whenever indicated by the message center. To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% (or another value) after eachoil change perform the following: While Oil Life is highlighted, press RESET to select it and move right todisplay the following: • Set to 100% • Set t...

• Not Limited Press SETUP to scroll through the list and highlight one of the choices.Press RESET to pick the highlighted item. Clear MyKey While Clear MyKey is highlighted, press RESET to select it and moveright to display the following: • Confirm Press SETUP for two seconds to confirm or press INF...

While Resets is highlighted, press RESET to select it and move right todisplay to the following: • Reset to Default: Resets the instrument cluster display options to theirfactory defaults setting. • Long Term Fuel Econ: Resets the long term fuel economy valuedisplayed on the shutdown trip summary sc...

AUDIO SYSTEMS AM/FM in-dash CD6/MP3 satellite compatible Lincoln premiumsound/THX 姞 audio system WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that maytake their...

SIRIUS: Press repeatedly to access satellite radio mode, if equipped. Press repeatedly to cycle through SAT1, SAT2 and SAT3 modes. TUNE: Turn to go to the next / previous available SIRIUS satellite station. DIRECT: Press DIRECT then enter the desired channel (i.e. 002) using the memory preset button...

SATELLITE RADIO MENU: Press MENU when satellite radio mode is active to access. Press OK to enter into the satellite radio menu.Press SEEK to cycle through the following options: • CATEGORY MENU- Press OK to enter category mode. Press SEEK to scroll through the list of available SIRIUS 威 channel Cat...

d. DISABLE ALERTS/ENABLE ALERTS: Press OK to enable/disable the satellite alert status which alerts you when yourselected songs are playing on a satellite radio channel. (The systemdefault is disabled.) SONG ALERTS ENABLED/DISABLED will appearin the display. The menu listing will display the opposit...

FADE: Press SEEK to adjust the audio between the back (B) and front (F) speakers. SPEED COMPENSATED VOLUME: With this feature on, radio volume automatically gets louder with increasing vehicle speed to compensatefor road and wind noise.The default setting is off. Use SEEK to adjust between SPEED OFF...

Your vehicle is equipped with anauxiliary input jack (AIJ). Theauxiliary input jack provides a wayto connect your portable musicplayer to the in-vehicle audiosystem. This allows the audio from aportable music player to be playedthrough the vehicle speakers withhigh fidelity. To achieve optimalperfor...

7. Adjust the sound on your portable music player until it reaches thelevel of the FM station or CD by switching back and forth between theAUX and FM or CD controls. Troubleshooting: 1. Do not connect the audio input jack to a line level output. Line leveloutputs are intended for connection to a hom...

Your vehicle is equipped with a USBport inside your center console. Thisfeature allows you to plug in mediaplaying devices, memory sticks, andalso to charge devices if theysupport this feature. For furtherinformation on this feature, refer to Accessing and using your USBport in the SYNC 威 supplement...

CD/CD player care: Do: • Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface. • Inspect discs before playing. Clean only with an approved CD cleanerand wipe from the center out. Don’t: • Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periodsof time. • Clean using a circul...

Radio Display Condition Action Required ANTENNA FAIL Internal failure or configuration failure to satellite radio antenna If this message does not clear within a short period of time, or with an ignition key cycle, your receiver may have a fault. See your authorized dealer for service. SUB UPDATE Sa...

DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (DATC) SYSTEMWITH HEATED AND COOLED SEATS 1. + Fan speed control: Press to increase the fan speed. 2. Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and de-mister vents. Can be used to clear the windshield of fogand thin ice. The system wil...

5. R Rear defroster: Press to activate/deactivate the rear window defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter for more information. This button will also activate the heated mirrors. 6. Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and de-mister vents. C...

VOICE COMMANDS IN CLIMATE MODE Please refer to the Voice commands in climate mode section of the Navigation system supplement for more information on using voice commands with the climate control system. Operating tips • To reduce fog build-up on the windshield during humid weather,select (defrost)....

To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select . 2. Select A/C. 3. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort. 4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting. 5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. To increase airflow to the outer instrument p...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Turns the lamps off. Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, licenseplate lamps and tail lamps. Turns the low beam headlamps on. Adaptive headlamps (if equipped) The headlamp beams move in the same direction as the steering wheelwhich provides more visibility when drivin...

Autolamp control The autolamp system provides lightsensitive automatic on-off control ofthe exterior lights normallycontrolled by the headlamp control. • To turn autolamps on, rotate thecontrol to . • To turn autolamps off, rotate thecontrol from the autolampposition. The autolamp system also keeps ...

Fog lamp control With the ignition on, the fog lampscan be turned on when theheadlamp control is pulled towardyou and is in any of the followingpositions: • Parking lamps • Low beams • Autolamps (when active) The fog lamp indicator light willilluminate when the fog lamps have been turned on. The fog...

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) Turns the headlamps on with a reduced intensity output (halogenheadlamps) or turns the front fog lamps on (HID headlamp). To activate: • the ignition must be in the on position, • the headlamp control is in the off, autolamps or parking lamp positionand • th...

Vertical aim adjustment 1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface,approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters) away. • (1) 8 feet (2.4 meters) • (2) Center height of lamp toground • (3) 25 feet (7.6 meters) • (4) Horizontal reference line 2. Measure the height of theheadlamp...

Your vehicle may also have readinglamps within the rear dome lamp(s). Press the switches on either side ofthe dome lamp to turn on thelamps. Ambient lighting (if equipped) Illuminates footwells, storage bins,cupholders, door map pockets andrelease handles with a choice ofseveral colors. The ambient ...

BULB REPLACEMENT Lamp assembly condensation Exterior lamps are vented to accommodate normal changes in pressure.Condensation can be a natural by-product of this design. When moist airenters the lamp assembly through the vents, there is a possibility thatcondensation can occur when the temperature is...

Function Number of bulbs Trade number * Headlamp high beam 2 H7 * Headlamp low beam 2 H11LL (D3S [HID] optional) * Front park/turn signal lamp 2 3457AK (amber) * Front supplemental park lamp 4 168 NA * Rear sidemarker lamp N/A LED * Stop/tail lamp N/A LED Rear turn signal lamp 2 HPC24A * Supplementa...

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate toward you to decrease thespeed of the wipers. Rain-sensing wipers (ifequipped): The rain-sensing wipers will automatically activate whenmoisture is present on thewindshield a...

Courtesy wipe feature: One extra wipe will occur a few seconds after washing the front window to clear any excess washer fluid remaining onthe windshield. Note: Do not operate the washer when the washer reservoir is empty. This may cause the washer pump to overheat. Check the washer fluidlevel frequ...

ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR Lift the mirror cover to turn on thevisor mirror lamps. Slide-on-rod feature Rotate the visor towards the sidewindow and extend it rearward foradditional sunlight coverage. Note: To stow the visor back into the headliner, visor must beretracted before moving it backtowards t...

ELECTRONIC COMPASS The compass heading is displayed in the center integrated display (CID). The compass reading may be affected when you drive near largebuildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magneticor metallic objects placed in, on or near the vehicle may also affectcompas...

4. Press and release the 7 and 9radio preset buttons together,repeatedly until ZONE XX changesto the correct zone (1–15) in theCID. 5. The direction will display afterthe buttons are released. The zoneis now updated. Compass calibration adjustment Perform compass calibration in an open area free fro...

CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. Theseinclude: 1. Cup holders with ambient lighting(if equipped). Slide the door opento access the cup holders. 2. Utility compartment with aux jackand USB port, a power point, andremovable coin holder inside and aseconda...

• The control can then be released and the windows will complete the opening operation and fully vent the moon roof. • If or is pressed during the opening operation, both windows and moon roof movement will stop. Note: The ignition must be in the off position and the accessory delay feature must not...

INTERIOR MIRROR The interior rear view mirror has two pivot points on the support armwhich lets you adjust the mirror up or down and from side to side. WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion. Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror The interior rear view mirror and a dr...

SPEED CONTROL With speed control set, you can maintain a set speed without keepingyour foot on the accelerator pedal. WARNING: Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved. Using speed control The speed controls are located on the steering wheel. Th...

Navigation system/SYNC 威 hands free control features (ifequipped) Press control briefly until the voice icon appears on the Navigation display to use the voicecommand feature. Press to activate phone mode or answer a phone call. Press VOL + or− to adjust volume. Press andhold to exit phone mode or e...

Bounce-back: When an obstacle has been detected in the moon roof opening as themoon roof is closing, the moon roof will automatically open and stop at aprescribed position. This is known as “bounce-back”. If the ignition isturned off (without accessory delay being active) during bounce-back,the moon...

If you sell your vehicle equipped with the Car2U 威 system, it is recommended that you erase the programming for security reasons. FCC and RSS-210 Industry Canada Compliance The Car2U 威 system complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the foll...

KEYS Your vehicle is equipped with twoIntegrated Keyhead Transmitters(IKTs). The key blade functions as aprogrammed key which starts thevehicle and unlocks/locks all thedoors. The transmitter portionfunctions as the remote entrytransmitter. Your IKTs are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-progr...

MYKEY™ The MyKey™ feature allows you to program a restricted driving mode topromote good driving habits. All but one of the keys programmed to thevehicle can be activated as a MyKey™. The key will remain restricteduntil MyKey™ is cleared. Any remaining keys are referred to as an“administrator key” o...

Create a MyKey™ To program MyKey™ on one of the keys programmed to the vehicle,insert the key that you want to make a MyKey™ into the ignition andturn the ignition on. Use the message center buttons to do the following: 1. Press SETUP until Create MyKey is displayed. 2. Press RESET to show Confirm a...

not accumulate as expected, then the MyKey™ is not being used bythe intended user. The only way to reset this odometer to zero is byclearing MyKey™. If this odometer is lower than the last time youchecked, then the MyKey™ system has been recently cleared. • # MyKey(S) Programmed — Indicates how many...

Troubleshooting Condition Potential Causes Can’t create a MyKey™ • Key in the ignition is already a MyKey™. • Key in the ignition is the last remaining admin key (there alwayshas to be at least one admin key). • SecuriLock 威 Passive Anti-Theft System is disabled or in unlimitedmode • Vehicle has bee...

When you open one of the front doors and you lock the vehicle with thepower door lock control (on the driver or passenger door trim panel), allthe doors will lock, then all doors will automatically unlock remindingyou that your key is still in the ignition. The vehicle can still be locked, with the ...

1. Place the key in the ignition andturn the ignition to the on position. 2. Press the power door unlockcontrol on the door panel threetimes. 3. Turn the ignition from the onposition to the off position. 4. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times. 5. Turn the ignition back ...

2. Press and release again within five seconds to unlock all the doors. The remote entry system activates the illuminated entry feature; thisfeature turns on the lamps for 25 seconds or until the ignition is turnedto the on position. The battery saver feature will turn off the lamps 30 minutes after...

Opening the trunk Press twice within three seconds to open the trunk. • Ensure that the trunk is closed and latched before driving yourvehicle. Failure to properly latch the trunk may cause objects to fallout or block the driver’s rear view. Memory feature The Integrated Keyhead Transmitter allows y...

Replacing the battery The integrated keyhead transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithiumbattery CR2032 or equivalent. To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin in the slot of theIKT near the key ring in order toremove the battery cover. Note: Do not wipe off any grease on the battery termin...

The illuminated entry system will turn off the lights if: • the ignition is turned to the on position, • the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter lock control is pressed, or • the vehicle is locked using the keyless entry keypad, or • after 25 seconds of illumination. The lights will not turn off if: • th...

must complete Steps 1–5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will haveto be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, wait a minimumof 30 seconds before beginning again. 1. Place the key in the ignition andturn the ignition to the 3 (on)position. 2. Press the power door unlockcontrol on the doo...

• The battery saver will shut off the headlamps 10 minutes after theignition has been turned to the off position. SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM You can use the keyless entrykeypad to: • lock or unlock the doors withoutusing a key. • open the trunk. • recall memory seat/power mirrors positions (if...

Erasing personal code 1. Enter the factory set 5–digit code. 2. Within five seconds, press the 1 • 2 on the keypad and release. 3. Press and hold the 1 • 2 for two seconds. This must be done within five seconds of completing Step 2. All personal codes are now erased and only the factory set 5–digit ...

Automatic arming The vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the offposition. The theft indicator will flash everytwo seconds to act as a theftdeterrent when the vehicle isarmed. Automatic disarming The vehicle is disarmed immediately after the ignition is turned to the onpositi...

integrated keyhead transmitter). The theft indicator light will illuminatefor three seconds and then go out to indicate successful programming. If the key was not successfully programmed, it will not start yourvehicle’s engine and/or will not operate the remote entry features. Thetheft indicator lig...

• Press the 7 • 8 and 9 • 0 controls on the keyless entry padat the same time to lock thedoors (driver’s door must beclosed). There is a 20 second countdown when any of the above actions occurbefore the vehicle becomes armed. Each door, the hood or the trunk is armed individually, and if any areopen...

FRONT SEATING WARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. WARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop. WARNING: Befo...

2. Pivot the head restraint forwardtowards your head to the desiredlocation. After the head restraint reachesthe forward-most tilt position,pivoting it forward again will thenrelease it to the rearwardun-tilted position. Adjusting the front power seat WARNING: Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatb...

Power recline Press the control to recline theseatback forward or rearward. Using the power lumbar support The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat. Press one side of the control toadjust firmness. Press the other side of the controlto adjust softness. Memory seat and mir...

• DATC system • Navigation-based system If the engine falls below 350 rpm while the heated seats are on, thefeature will turn itself off and will need to be reactivated. Cooled seats The cooled seats will only function when the engine is running. To operate the cooled seats: Press once to activate t...

• The filter can be accessed from the 2nd row foot-well area. Move thefront seats all the way to the full front and full up positions to easeaccess. To remove an air filter: 1. Turn the vehicle off. 2. Push up on the outside rigid edgeof the filter and rotate toward thefront of the vehicle once tabs...

• the key is placed in the ignition. The easy entry feature can be turned off or on through the vehiclemessage center. Refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter. REAR SEATS Note: Do not block the air inlet at the front facing of the rear seat cushion. The air needs to be able to flow...

WARNING: The adjustable head restraint is a safety device. Whenever possible it should be installed and properly adjusted when the seat is occupied. Center head restraint The center head restraint consistsof: • a trimmed energy absorbing foamand structure (1), • two steel stems (2), • a guide sleeve...

To remove the center head restraint, do the following: 1. Pull up the head restraint until it reaches the highest adjustmentposition. 2. Insert and push a tool, such as a large paper clip, into the pin holelocated on the side of the guide sleeve and press the adjust/releasebutton, then pull the head...

SAFETY RESTRAINTS Personal Safety System™ The Personal Safety System provides an improved overall level of frontalcrash protection to front seat occupants and is designed to help furtherreduce the risk of airbag-related injuries. The system is able to analyzedifferent occupant conditions and crash s...

impacts or rear impacts) unless the collision causes sufficientlongitudinal deceleration. The pretensioners are designed to activate infrontal and near-frontal collisions, and in side collisions when theseat-mounted side airbags and side curtains activate. Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supp...

WARNING: Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. The front passenger sensing system can automatically turn off the frontpassenger airbag and passenger seat-mounted side airbag. The system isdesigned to help protect small...

Determining if the Personal Safety System is operational The Personal Safety System uses a warning light in the instrumentcluster or a back-up tone to indicate the condition of the system. Referto the Warning light and chimes section in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the Pers...

WARNING: It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do notallow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equippedwith seats and safety belts. Be sure ...

2. To unfasten, press the releasebutton and remove the tongue fromthe buckle. Restraint of pregnant women WARNING: Always ride and drive with your seatback upright and the safety belt properly fastened. The lap portion of the safety belt should fit snug and be positioned low across the hips. Theshou...

WARNING: Failure to inspect and replace if necessary the belt and retractor assembly after an accident could increase the risk of injury in a collision. Safety belt locking modes All safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulderbelts. The driver safety belt has the first locking ...

How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap andshoulder belt. • Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entirebelt is pulled out. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clickingsound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automa...

WARNING: BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the safety belt assembly “automatic locking retractor” feature or any other safety belt function is not operatingproperly when checked by an authorized dealer. Failure to replace thebelt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury...

Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt is too short when fully extended, there is an 8 inch(20 cm) safety belt extension assembly that can be added (part number611C22). This assembly can be obtained from an authorized dealer.Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the saf...

If... Then... The driver’s or frontpassenger’s safety belt becomesunbuckled for approximately1 minute while the vehicle istraveling at least 3 mph(5 km/h) and more than1-2 minutes have elapsed sincethe ignition switch has beenturned to on... The Belt-Minder 威 feature is activated - the safety belt w...

Reasons given... Consider... “Traffic is light” Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur insingle-vehicle crashes, many when no other vehicles are around. “Belts wrinkle my clothes” Possibly, but a serious crash can domuch more than wrinkle your clothes,particularly if you are unbelted. “The people I’m with don’t...

Read Steps 1 - 4 thoroughly before proceeding with thedeactivation/activation programming procedure. Note : The driver and front passenger Belt-Minder 威 features must be disabled/enabled separately. Both cannot be disable/enabled during thesame key cycle. The driver and front passenger Belt-Minder 威...

• This will enable the Belt-Minder 威 feature for that seating position if it is currently disabled. As confirmation, the safety belt warning light willflash four times per second for three seconds, followed by threeseconds with the light off, then followed by the safety belt warninglight flashing fo...

Important supplemental restraint system precautions Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly orgently and the risk of injury from adeploying airbag is greatest close tothe trim covering the airbag module. WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always properly wear their safety belt...

are not properly restrained or are otherwise out of position at the timeof airbag deployment. Thus, it is extremely important that occupants beproperly restrained as far away from the airbag module as possible whilemaintaining vehicle control. WARNING: Several air bag system components get hot after...

Knee airbag system (driver’s side only) The knee airbag is located under the instrument panel. The systemworks along with the driver’s front airbag to help reduce injury to thelegs. When the driver’s airbag activates in a collision, the knee airbagdeploys from under the instrument panel. As with fro...

In case there is a problem with thefront passenger sensing system, theairbag readiness light in theinstrument cluster will stay lit. If the airbag readiness light is lit, do the following: The driver and/or adult passengers should check for any objects thatmay be lodged underneath the front passenge...

WARNING: If the side airbag has deployed, the airbag will not function again.The side airbag system(including the seat) must beinspected and serviced by anauthorized dealer. If the airbag is not replaced, the unrepairedarea will increase the risk of injuryin a collision. Determining if the system is...

Side-curtain airbag system WARNING: Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the headliner at thesiderail that may come intocontact with a deploying side aircurtain. Failure to follow theseinstructions may increase the riskof personal injury in the event of acollision. WARNING: Do not plac...

How does the side air-curtain system work? The design and development of theside air curtain system includedrecommended testing proceduresthat were developed by a group ofautomotive safety experts known asthe Side Airbag Technical WorkingGroup. These recommended testingprocedures help reduce the ris...

Any difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of thefollowing: • The readiness light (same light as used for front airbag system) willeither flash or stay lit. • The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition isturned to the on position. • A series of five beeps will...

WARNING: All children are shaped differently. The Recommendations for Safety Restraints are based on probable child height, age and weight thresholds from NHTSA and other safetyorganizations or are the minimum requirements of law. Fordrecommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety...

Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children RestraintType Child Weight Use any attachment method as indicated below by “X” LATCH(loweranchorsandtoptetheranchor) LATCH(loweranchorsonly) Safetybeltandtoptetheranchor Safetybelt andLATCH(loweranchorsand toptetheranchor) Safetybelt...

WARNING: Always carefully follow the instructions and warnings provided by the manufacturer of any child restraint to determine if the restraint device is appropriate for your child’s size,height, weight, or age. Follow the child restraint manufacturer’sinstructions and warnings provided for install...

training to ensure that all children ages 0 to 16 are properly restrained inthe correct restraint system. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSACertified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) and yourpediatrician to make sure your seat is appropriate for your child andproperly installed in the veh...

Attaching child safety seats with tether straps Many forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap whichextends from the back of the child safety seat and hooks to an anchoringpoint called the top tether anchor. Tether straps are available as anaccessory for many older safety seats. Conta...

2. Locate the correct anchor for theselected seating position. 3. Open the tether anchor cover. 4. Clip the tether strap to theanchor as shown. If the tether strap is clippedincorrectly, the child safety seat maynot be retained properly in theevent of a collision. 5. Tighten the child safety seat te...

Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster thatkeeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across thestomach, and lets you adjust the shoulder belt to cross the chest andrest snugly near the center of the shoulder. The drawings below comparethe ideal fit (cente...

Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat. WARNING: Never place, or allow a child to place, the shoulder belt under a child’s arm or behind the back because it reduces the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the riskof injury or death in a collis...

INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING Tire Quality Grades apply to newpneumatic passenger car tires. TheQuality grades can be found whereapplicable on the tire sidewallbetween tread shoulder andmaximum section width. Forexample: • Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Quality G...

WARNING: Under-inflation is the most common cause of tire failures and may result in severe tire cracking, tread separation or “blowout”, with unexpected loss of vehicle control and increasedrisk of injury. Under-inflation increases sidewall flexing and rollingresistance, resulting in heat buildup a...

Note: If you have to drive a distance to get air for your tire(s), check and record the tire pressure first and add the appropriate air pressurewhen you get to the pump. It is normal for tires to heat up and the airpressure inside to go up as you drive. 2. Remove the cap from the valve on one tire, ...

Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wearabnormally. Inspect all your tires, including the spare, frequently, andreplace them if one or more of the following conditions exist: Tire wear When the tread is worn down to1/16th of an inch (2 mm), tires mustbe replaced to help pre...

U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN) Both U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers toplace standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. Thisinformation identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics ofthe tire and also provides a U.S. DOT Tire Identific...

WARNING: When mounting replacement tires and wheels, you should not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on the sidewall of the tire to set the beads without additional precautionslisted below. If the beads do not seat at the maximum pressureindicated, re-lubricate and try again.When inflating the ...

• Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking WARNING: If your vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., do not rapidly spin the tires; spinning the tires can tear the tire and cause an explosion. A tire can explode in as little as three to fiveseconds. WARNING: Do not spin th...

• Front-wheel drive (FWD) vehicles(front tires at top of diagram) Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires. Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask an authorized dealer to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanicalproblem involved before t...

Information on “P” type tires P215/65R15 95H is an example of atire size, load index and speedrating. The definitions of theseitems are listed below. (Note thatthe tire size, load index and speedrating for your vehicle may bedifferent from this example.) 1. P: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tir...

12. Treadwear, Traction and Temperature Grades • Treadwear: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on aspecified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150would wear one and one-half (1 1 ⁄ 2 ) times as well ...

Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” typetires “LT” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below. Note: Tire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire. 1. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tire a...

Information on “T” type tires “T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below: T145/80D16 is an example of a tiresize. Note: The temporary tire size for your vehicle may be different fromthis example. Tire Quality Grades donot apply ...

WARNING: The tire pressure monitoring system is NOT a substitute for manually checking tire pressure. The tire pressure should be checked periodically (at least monthly) using a tire gauge,see Inflating your tires in this chapter. Failure to properly maintain your tire pressure could increase the ri...

When you believe your system is not operating properly The main function of the tire pressure monitoring system is to warn youwhen your tires need air. It can also warn you in the event the system isno longer capable of functioning as intended. Please refer to thefollowing chart for information conc...

Low tirepressurewarning light Possiblecause Customer action required Flashing warninglight Spare tire inuse Your temporary spare tire is inuse. Repair the damaged roadwheel and re-mount it on thevehicle to restore systemfunctionality. For a description ofhow the system functions underthese condition...

Payload – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that the vehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be foundon the Tire Label on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door(vehicles exported outside the US and Canada may not have a TireLabel). Look for “THE COMBINED WEI...

Example only: Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload. GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum...

numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Labellocated on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. The totalload on each axle must never exceed its GAWR. GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) – is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo + passengers. GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) – is the max...

WARNING: Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the original tires because they may lower the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tireswith a higher limit than the original tires do not increase the GVWRand GAWR limitations. WARNING: Exceeding any vehicle ...

you have been planning for the past 2 years. Measuring the inside ofthe vehicle with the rear seat folded down, you have room for12-100 lb. (45 kg) bags of cement. Do you have enough load capacityto transport the cement to your home? If you and your friend eachweigh 220 lb. (99 kg), the calculation ...

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. Off— locks the gearshift leverand allows key removal. 2. Accessory— allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the vehicle is notrunning. 3. On— all electrical circuitsoperational and warning lights willilluminate. This is the position th...

Note: After the engine has started the first time, it may stop running to conserve fuel after it is warmed-up and the battery is sufficientlycharged. Note: If the vehicle does not start, put the gearshift lever into P (Park), turn the ignition off, wait 10 seconds, then attempt to start the vehiclea...

Prior to using the engine block heater, follow these recommendations forproper and safe operation: • For your safety, use an outdoor extension cord that is productcertified by Underwriter’s Laboratory (UL) or Canadian StandardsAssociation (CSA). Use only an extension cord that can be usedoutdoors, i...

Depending on the type of factory installed equipment, your engine blockheater will use .4 to 1.0 kilowatt-hours of energy per hour of use. Yourfactory installed block heater system does not have a thermostat;however, maximum temperature is attained after approximately threehours of operation. Block ...

Even when the ABS is disabled andthe ABS light is on, normal brakingis still effective. If your BRAKEwarning lamp illuminates with theparking brake released, have yourbrake system serviced immediately. Using ABS When hard braking is required, apply continuous force on the brakepedal; do not pump the...

If TCS is activated excessively in a short period of time, the brakingportion of the system may become temporarily disabled to allow thebrakes to cool down. In this situation, TCS will use only engine powerreduction or transfer to help control the wheels from over-spinning.When the brakes have coole...

To turn off the traction controlsystem, press the stability controloff switch. The off switch could looklike either of the two graphicsshown. Full features of theAdvanceTrac 威 system can be restored by pressing the switchagain or by turning off andrestarting the engine. When the traction control sys...

Speed sensitive steering The steering in your vehicle is speed sensitive. At lower speeds the assistis increased to improve maneuverability. If the amount of effort required to steer your vehicle changes whiledriving at a constant vehicle speed, have the power steering systemchecked by your authoriz...

ELECTRONICALLY-CONTROLLED CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLETRANSMISSION (eCVT) OPERATION Understanding the gearshift positions of the eCVT P (Park) This position locks the transmissionand prevents the front wheels fromturning. To put your vehicle in gear: • Start the engine • Release the parking brake • Press t...

L (Low) • Provides maximum engine braking. • The transmission may be shifted into L (Low) at any vehicle speed. WARNING: When parking, do not use the gearshift in place of the parking brake. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). Turn off...

sensors with sharp objects). If the sensors are covered, it willaffect the accuracy of the RSS. If your vehicle sustains damage to the rear bumper/fascia, leavingit misaligned or bent, the sensing zone may be altered causinginaccurate measurement of obstacles or false alarms. REARVIEW CAMERA SYSTEM ...

Image delay if displayed through the navigation screen: After shifting out of R (Reverse) and into any gear other than P (Park),the image in the navigation screen will remain until the vehicle speedreaches 5 mph (8 km/h), only if the rear camera delay feature is on, oruntil any navigation radio butt...

either of the lamps are not operating, stop using the camera system, atleast in the dark, until the lamp(s) are replaced and functioning. Servicing • If the image comes on while the vehicle is not in R (Reverse), havethe system inspected by your authorized dealer. • If the image is not clear, then c...

WARNING: Objects in the blind spot mirror are closer than they appear. BLIND SPOT INFORMATION SYSTEM (BLIS 姞 ) WITH CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT (CTA) (IF EQUIPPED) The BLIS 威 is a convenience feature that aids the driver in assessingwhether a vehicle is within an areaon either side of the vehicleextending r...

BLIS 威 False Alerts Due to the nature of radar technology, there may be certain instanceswhen the BLIS 威 will alert with no object present in the blind zone. This is known as a false alert. Some level of false alerts are normal.Circumstances that may cause a false alert are guardrails, freewayconcre...

The following table lists possible causes and actions for this messagebeing displayed: The surface of the left or rightradar is dirty or obstructed insome way Clean the fascia area in front ofthe radar, either left or right side,or remove obstruction. The surface of the left or rightradar is not dir...

When driving through water, traction or brake capability may be limited.Also, water may enter your engine’s air intake and severely damage yourengine or your vehicle may stall. Driving through deep water where the transmission vent tube is submerged may allow water into thetransmission and cause int...

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Getting roadside assistance To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Companyoffers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program isseparate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available: • 24-hours, seven days a week • for th...

U.S. Ford, Mercury and Lincoln vehicle customers who require RoadsideAssistance, call 1-800-241-3673. Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call1-800-665-2006. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford Motor Companywill reimburse a reasonable amount for towing to th...

FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in thevehicle are not working, a fuse mayhave blown. Blown fuses areidentified by a broken wire withinthe fuse. Check the appropriatefuses before replacing any electricalcomponents. Note: Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage r...

Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel bythe brake pedal. Remove the panel cover to access the fuses. To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panelcover. The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Am...

Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. Thepower distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect yourvehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads. WARNING: Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. WARNING: To red...

Have a flat serviced by an authorized dealer in order to prevent damageto the TPMS sensors, refer to Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Replace the spare tire with a road tire as soon as possible. During repairing or replacing ofthe flat tire, have the a...

• Tow a trailer • Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar sparetire • Use more than one dissimilar spare tire at a time • Use commercial car washing equipment • Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheellocatio...

• Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel andseek service as soon as possible. Stopping and securing the vehicle 1. Park on a level surface, set the parking brake and activate the hazardflashers.2. Place the gearshift lever i...

3. Put the jack in the jack locatornext to the tire you are changing.Turn the jack handle clockwise untilthe wheel is completely off theground. Note : To avoid structural damage to the vehicle, ensure that the jack iscentered between the two markings(1) on the bottom of the rockerflange. WARNING: To...

7. Remove the jack and fully tightenthe lug nuts in the order shown.Refer to Wheel lug nut torque specifications later in this chapter for the proper lug nut torquespecification. 8. Unblock the wheels. Stowing the wheel and jack 1. Fully collapse the jack and place it back in the storage area in the...

WARNING: When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub, brake drum orbrake disc that contacts the wheel. Ensure that any fasteners thatattach the rotor to the hub are secured so they do ...

JUMP STARTING (LOW VOLTAGE [UNDERHOOD] BATTERYONLY) WARNING: The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage. WARNING: Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes and clothing, if contacted....

1. Connect the positive (+) jumpercable to the positive (+) terminal ofthe discharged battery. 2. Connect the other end of thepositive (+) cable to the positive(+) terminal of the assisting battery. 3. Connect the negative (-) cable tothe negative (-) terminal of theassisting battery. 4. Make the fi...

Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected. Note: In the illustration, the vehicle on the bottom is used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 1. Remove the jumper cable fromthe ground metal surface. 2. Remove the jumper cable on thenega...

WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, yourroadside assistance service provider. It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbedequipment. Do not tow with a slingb...

Emergency towing In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without accessto wheel dollies, car hauling trailer, or flatbed transport vehicle) yourvehicle (regardless of transmission powertrain configuration) can be flattowed (all wheels on the ground) under the following conditions: •...

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED Warranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorizedFord, Lincoln, or Mercury dealer. While any authorized dealer handlingyour vehicle line will provide warranty service, we recommend youreturn to your selling authorized dealer who wants to ensure yourcon...

• Service specials and promotions. In Canada: Mailing address (Ford vehicles) Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 Telephone 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) Online www.ford.ca Mailing address (Lincoln vehicles) Lincoln CentreFord Motor Company...

BBB AUTO LINE applications can also be requested by calling the FordMotor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-800-392-3673. Note: Ford Motor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations, modify procedures, or to discontinue this process at any timewithout notice and without obl...

WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralpH shampoo, such as Motorcraft 威 Detail Wash (ZC-3-A), which is available from your authorized dealer. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washingor laundry liquid. These products can ...

• Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with any non-body(low-gloss black) colored trim, such as grained door handles, roofracks, bumpers, side moldings, mirror housings or the windshield cowlarea. The paint sealant will “gray” or stain the parts over time. PAINT CHIPS Your authorized dealer...

WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES The windshield, rear and side windows and the wiper blades should becleaned regularly. If the wipers do not wipe properly, substances on thevehicle’s glass or the wiper blades may be the cause. These may includehot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, water repellen...

Regular cleaning and conditioning will maintain the appearance of theleather. Cleaning For dirt, use a vacuum cleaner then use a clean, damp cloth or softbrush. For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth. For morethorough cleaning, wipe the surface with a mild soap and water solu...

FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many qualityproducts available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. Thesequality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill yourautomotive needs; they are custom designed to complement...

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle, we provide scheduled maintenance information which makes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your authorized dealer canprovide the necessary parts and service. Check your Warranty Guide to find out wh...

WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn injuries, do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under thebottom of the instrument panel nea...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Engine oil dipstick 4. Motor/Electronics (M/E) coolant reservoir 5. Brake fluid reservoir 6. Power distribution box 7. Air cleaner assembly (out of view) 8. Low voltage (underhood) battery 9. Win...

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meetsFord specifications. Do not use anyspecial washer fluid such aswindshield water repellent type fluidor bug wash. They may causesque...

To prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended toscrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. Thelayer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of thewiper rubber element. ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance ...

7. Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated. Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter. 2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal operating range, addonly certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity. Re...

WARNING: Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery. When working near thebattery, always shield your face and protect your eyes. Always provideproper ventilation. WARNING: When lif...

7. Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process. • The vehicle may need to be driven 10 miles (16 km) or more torelearn the idle and fuel trim strategy. • If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim, the idlequality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idletrim is ...

Checking engine coolant The concentration and level ofengine coolant should be checked atthe intervals listed in scheduled maintenance information . The coolant concentration should bemaintained at 50/50 coolant anddistilled water, which equates to afreeze point of -34°F (-36°C).Coolant concentratio...

• Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion. • Enables calibrated gauges to work properly. Common instructions for cooling systems • The engine coolant should be at the FULL COLD level or within theCOLD FILL RANGE as listed on the engine coolant reservoir(depending upon application). • Re...

improper coolant may harm engine and cooling system componentsand may void the warranty. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. • A large amount of water without engine coolant may be added, in caseof emergency, to reach a vehicle service location. In this instan...

If you removed the radiator cap in an overflow system, fill the radiatoruntil the coolant is visible and radiator is almost full. 6. Replace the cap. Turn until tightly installed. Cap must be tightlyinstalled to prevent coolant loss. After any coolant has been added, check the coolant concentration ...

concentrations above 60% will decrease the overheatprotection characteristics of the engine coolant and may causeengine damage. • If available, refer to the chart on the coolant container toensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provideadequate freeze protection at the temperatures in...

WARNING: When refueling always shut the engine off and never allow sparks or open flames near the filler neck. Never smoke while refueling. Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under certainconditions. Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes. WARNING: The flow of fuel through a fuel pump no...

Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel system Your fuel tank is equipped with an Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel fillersystem. This allows you to simply open the fuel filler door and insert thefuel filler nozzle into the fuel system. The Easy Fuel™ system isself-sealing and protected against dust, dirt, water and snow/i...

Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED fuel or UNLEADED fuel blended with a maximumof 10% ethanol. Do not use fuel ethanol (E85), diesel, methanol, leadedfuel or any other fuel. The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by law andcould damage your vehicle. Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or ...

performance and emission control system protection for your vehicle.Gasolines that meet the World-Wide Fuel Charter should be used whenavailable. Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet theWorld-Wide Fuel Charter. Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines...

1. Locate the white plastic funnel. Itis attached to the underside of thespare tire cover or is included withthe tire changing tools. 2. Slowly insert the funnel into the Easy Fuel™ system. 3. Fill the vehicle with fuel from the portable fuel container. 4. When done, clean the funnel or properly dis...

• Allow no more than two automatic click-offs when filling. • Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating. • Use a known quality gasoline, preferably a national brand. Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent. Calculating fuel economy 1. Fill the fuel tank compl...

• Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy. • Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared todriving on mountainous terrain. EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and acatalytic converter which will enable your veh...

BRAKE FLUID The fluid level will drop slowly asthe brakes wear, and will rise whenthe brake components are replaced. Check fluid levels with the ignitionin the on position. Fluid levelsbetween the MIN and MAX lines arewithin the normal operating range;there is no need to add fluid. If the fluid leve...

Cooling system • Protect against freezing temperatures. • When removing vehicle from storage, check coolant fluid level.Confirm there are no cooling system leaks, and fluid is at therecommended level. Low voltage (underhood) battery • Check and recharge as necessary. Keep connections clean. • If sto...

• If the battery was removed, clean the battery cable ends and inspect. If you have any concerns or issues, contact your authorized dealer. MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 2.5L iVCT engine Oil filter FL-910 Spark plugs 1 Cabin air filter FP-67 Low voltage (underhood)battery BXT-67-R 1 For spark pl...

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the followinginformation: 1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake system / Gross VehicleWeight Rating (GVWR) / RestraintDevices and their location 3. Make, vehicle line, series, bodytype 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant ...

LINCOLN CUSTOM ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Lincoln Custom Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local Lincoln or Ford of Canada dealer. Thesequality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill yourautomotive needs; they are custom designed to comple...

Peace of mind • Remote start • Vehicle tracking and recovery* • Vehicle security systems • Protective seat covers* • Wheel locks • Windshield wiper shaker* *Ford Licensed Accessories (FLA) are warranted by the accessorymanufacturer’s warranty. Ford Licensed Accessories are fully designedand develope...

FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (U.S. ONLY) More than 30 million Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury owners have discoveredthe powerful protection of Ford ESP. It is the only extended service planbacked by Ford Motor Company, and provides “peace of mind”protection beyond the New Vehicle Limited Warranty cove...

FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY) You can get more protection for your vehicle by purchasing a FordExtended Service Plan (ESP). Ford ESP is the only service contractbacked by Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited. Depending on theplan you purchase, Ford ESP provides benefits such as: • R...

Ford strongly recommends the use of genuine Ford replacement parts.Parts other than Ford, Motorcraft 威 or Ford-authorized remanufactured parts that are used for maintenance replacement or for the service ofcomponents affecting emission control must be equivalent to genuineFord Motor Company parts in...

Genuine Ford and Motorcraft 姞 replacement parts Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealerships stock Ford and Motorcraft 威 branded replacement parts. These parts meet or exceed Ford MotorCompany’s specifications, and we stand behind them. Parts installed atyour Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership carry a natio...

Multi-point inspection In order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important to have thesystems on your vehicle checked regularly. This can help identifypotential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Companyrecommends the following multi-point inspection be performed at everyschedule...

NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND LOG The following section contains the “Normal Schedule”. This schedule ispresented at specific mileage (kilometer) intervals with exceptionsnoted. Reset your oil life monitoring system after each engine oil andfilter change; refer to the Instrument Cluster chapter. ...

Miles (x 1,000) 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 Kilometers (x 1,000) 16 32 48 64 80 96 112 128 144 160 176 192 208 224 240 Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180 Change engine oil and filter • • ••••••••••••• Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread de...

Every 20,000 miles(32,000 km) Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Every 30,000 miles(48,000 km) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (ifequipped) Every 100,000 miles(160,000 km) Change engine coolant and motor/electronicscoolant 1 Replace spark plugs Inspect accessory drive belt(s) 2 Every 150,...

Maintenance schedule log D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ...

SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury vehicle primarily in one of the more demanding Special Operating Conditions listed below, you will need to have some items maintained more frequently. If you only occasionally operate your vehicle under these conditions, it is not...

Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads Inspect frequently, service as required – Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) – Replace engine air filter Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) – Inspect wheels and related components for abnormalnoise, wear, looseness or drag– Rotate tires, ins...

Special operating condition log D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D A...

EXCEPTIONS In addition, there are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule. Theyare listed below: Normal vehicle axle maintenance ❑ Rear axles and power take-off (PTO) units containing synthetic lubricant and light duty trucks equipped with Ford-designaxles are lubricated for life. These lubricants...

COOLANT CHANGE RECORD Engine coolant ❑ 6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km) - change engine and motor/electronics coolant (whichever comes first). ❑ After initial change - change engine and motor/electronics coolant every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km). Scheduled Maintenance Guide 341 2011 MKZ...

Engine coolant change log D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M...

A Accessory delay ..........................93 AdvanceTrac ..............................224 Air cleaner filter ...............309, 312 Air conditioning ....................66, 69 Airbag supplemental restraintsystem ................156–157, 166, 169 and child safety seats ............158description ...