air conditioning LINCOLN MKX 2017 Owners Manual

ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Thank you for choosing Lincoln. We
recommend that you take some time to get
to know your vehicle by reading this manual.
The more that you know about it, the greater
the safety and pleasure you will get from
driving it.
WARNING
Driving while distracted can result in
loss of vehicle control, crash and injury.
We strongly recommend that you use
extreme caution when using any device that
may take your focus off the road. Your
primary responsibility is the safe operation
of your vehicle. We recommend against the
use of any hand-held device while driving
and encourage the use of voice-operated
systems when possible. Make sure you are
aware of all applicable local laws that may
affect the use of electronic devices while
driving. Note:
This manual describes product
features and options available throughout
the range of available models, sometimes
even before they are generally available. It
may describe options not fitted to the vehicle
you have purchased.
Note: Some of the illustrations in this manual
may show features as used in different
models, so may appear different to you on
your vehicle.
Note: Always use and operate your vehicle
in line with all applicable laws and
regulations.
Note: Pass on this manual when selling your
vehicle. It is an integral part of your vehicle.
This manual may qualify the location of a
component as left-hand side or right-hand
side. The side is determined when facing
forward in the seat. Right-hand side.
A
Left-hand side.
B
SYMBOLS GLOSSARY
These are some of the symbols you may see
on your vehicle. Air conditioning system
Air conditioning system lubricant
type
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Driver temperature control: Adjust the temperature setting on the driver side. This control also adjusts the passenger side temperature
when you switch off dual zone mode.
A
Fan speed control: Adjust the volume of air circulated in the vehicle.
B
Passenger temperature control:
Adjust the temperature setting on the passenger side.
C
A/C:
Press to switch the air conditioning on or off. To improve the time to reach a comfortable temperature in hot weather, drive
with the windows open until you feel cold air through the air vents. You can use A/C with recirculated air to improve cooling
performance and efficiency.
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Note:
The air conditioning compressor may continue to operate in certain cond\
itions even after you switch off the air conditioning
(for example, maximum defrost).
MAX A/C:
Press for maximum cooling. The driver and passenger temperature setting\
s are set to LO. Recirculated air flows through
the instrument panel vents, air conditioning automatically turns on, and\
the fan automatically adjusts to the highest speed.
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Recirculated air: Press to switch between outside air and recirculated air. The air currently in the passenger compartment recirculates.
This can reduce the time needed to cool the interior (when used with A/\
C) and reduce unwanted odors from entering your vehicle.
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Note:
Recirculated air may also turn on and off automatically in instrument pan\
el or instrument panel and floor airflow modes during
hot weather to improve cooling efficiency.
Heated seats:
Press to switch the heated seats on and off. See Heated Seats (page 155).
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Climate controlled seats:
Press to switch the climate controlled seats on and off. See Climate Controlled Seats (page 156).
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DUAL:
Press to switch on temperature control for the passenger side of the ve\
hicle.
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AUTO:
Press to switch on automatic operation. Adjust to select the desired te\
mperature. Fan speed, air distribution, air conditioning
operation, and outside or recirculated air are automatically adjusted to\
heat or cool the vehicle to maintain the desired temperature .
You can also switch off dual zone mode by pressing and holding for more t\
han two seconds.
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Power:
Press to switch the system on and off. When the system is off, it prevents outside air from entering the vehicle.
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BREAKING-IN
You need to break in new tires for
approximately 300 mi (480 km). During this
time, your vehicle may exhibit some unusual
driving characteristics.
Avoid driving too fast during the first 1,000 mi
(1,600 km)
. Vary your speed frequently and
change up through the gears early. Do not
labor the engine.
Do not tow during the first
1,000 mi
(1,600 km).
REDUCED ENGINE PERFORMANCE WARNING
Continued operation will increase the
engine temperature and cause the
engine to shut down completely. If the engine coolant temperature gauge
needle moves to the upper limit position, the
engine is overheating.
See Gauges (page
107). You must only drive your vehicle for a short
distance if the engine overheats. The
distance you can travel depends on ambient
temperature, vehicle load and terrain. The
engine will continue to operate with limited
power for a short time.
If the engine temperature continues to rise,
the fuel supply to the engine will reduce. The
air conditioning will switch off and the engine
cooling fan will operate continually.
1. Reduce your speed gradually and stop
your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do
so.
2. Switch the engine off immediately to prevent severe engine damage.
3. Wait for the engine to cool down.
4. Check the coolant level.
See Engine
Coolant Check (page 314).
5. Have your vehicle checked by an authorized dealer as soon as possible. ECONOMICAL DRIVING
Fuel economy is affected by several things
such as how you drive, the conditions you
drive under and how you maintain your
vehicle.
There are some things to keep in mind that
may improve your fuel economy:
•
Accelerate and slow down in a smooth,
moderate fashion.
• Drive at steady speeds.
• Anticipate stops; slowing down may
eliminate the need to stop.
• Combine errands and minimize
stop-and-go driving (When running
errands, go to the furthest destination
first and then work your way back home).
• Close the windows for high-speed
driving.
• Drive at reasonable speeds.
• Keep the tires properly inflated and use
only the recommended size.
• Use the recommended engine oil.
• Perform all regularly scheduled
maintenance.
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There are also some things you may want to
avoid doing because they reduce your fuel
economy:
•
Avoid sudden or hard accelerations.
• Avoid revving the engine before turning
off the car.
• Avoid long idle periods.
• Do not warm up your vehicle on cold
mornings.
• Reduce the use of air conditioning and
heat.
• Avoid using speed control in hilly terrain.
• Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal
while driving.
• Avoid carrying unnecessary weight.
• Avoid adding particular accessories to
your vehicle (e.g. bug deflectors,
rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski
racks).
• Avoid driving with the wheels out of
alignment. DRIVING THROUGH WATER WARNING
Do not drive through flowing or deep
water as you may lose control of your
vehicle. Note:
Driving through standing water can
cause vehicle damage.
Note: Engine damage can occur if water
enters the air filter.
Before driving through standing water, check
the depth. Never drive through water that is
higher than the bottom of the front rocker
area of your vehicle. When driving through standing water, drive
very slowly and do not stop your vehicle.
Your brake performance and traction may
be limited. After driving through water and
as soon as it is safe to do so:
•
Lightly press the brake pedal to dry the
brakes and to check that they work.
• Check that the horn works.
• Check that the exterior lights work.
• Turn the steering wheel to check that the
steering power assist works.
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Coolant Change
At specific mileage intervals, as listed in the
scheduled maintenance information, the
coolant should be changed. Add prediluted
coolant approved to the correct specification.
See Capacities and Specifications (page
379).
Fail-Safe Cooling
Fail-safe cooling allows you to temporarily
drive your vehicle before any incremental
component damage occurs. The fail-safe
distance depends on ambient temperature,
vehicle load and terrain.
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
If the engine begins to overheat, the coolant
temperature gauge moves toward the red
zone: A warning lamp illuminates and a
message may appear in the
information display. If the engine reaches a preset
over-temperature condition, the engine
automatically switches to alternating cylinder
operation. Each disabled cylinder acts as an
air pump and cools the engine.
When this occurs, your vehicle still operates,
however:
•
Engine power is limited.
• The air conditioning system turns off.
Continued operation increases the engine
temperature, causing the engine to
completely shut down. Your steering and
braking effort increases in this situation.
When the engine temperature cools, you can
re-start the engine. Have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible to minimize
engine damage. When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated WARNINGS
Fail-safe mode is for use during
emergencies only. Operate your
vehicle in fail-safe mode only as long as
necessary to bring your vehicle to rest in a
safe location and seek immediate repairs.
When in fail-safe mode, your vehicle will have
limited power, will not be able to maintain
high-speed operation, and may completely
shut down without warning, potentially losing
engine power, power steering assist, and
power brake assist, which may increase the
possibility of a crash resulting in serious
injury. Never remove the coolant reservoir
cap when the engine is running or hot.
Your vehicle has limited engine power when
in the fail-safe mode, drive your vehicle with
caution. Your vehicle does not maintain
high-speed operation and the engine may
operate poorly.
Remember that the engine is capable of
automatically shutting down to prevent
engine damage. In this situation:
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1. Pull off the road as soon as safely
possible and switch the engine off.
2. If you are a member of a roadside assistance program, we recommend that
you contact your roadside assistance
service provider.
3. If this is not possible, wait a short period
for the engine to cool.
4. Check the coolant level. If the coolant level is at or below the minimum mark,
add prediluted coolant immediately.
5. When the engine temperature cools, you
can re-start the engine. Have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible to minimize
engine damage.
Note: Driving your vehicle without repair
increases the chance of engine damage. Engine Coolant Temperature
Management (If Equipped) WARNING
To reduce the risk of crash and injury,
be prepared that the vehicle speed
may reduce and the vehicle may not be able
to accelerate with full power until the coolant
temperature reduces. If you tow a trailer with your vehicle, the
engine may temporarily reach a higher
temperature during severe operating
conditions, for example ascending a long or
steep grade in high ambient temperatures.
At this time, you may notice the coolant
temperature gauge moves toward the red
zone and a message may appear in the
information display.
You may notice a reduction in vehicle speed
caused by reduced engine power. In order
to manage the engine coolant temperature.
Your vehicle may enter this mode if certain
high-temperature and high-load conditions
take place. The amount of speed reduction
depends on vehicle loading, grade and
ambient temperature. If this occurs, there is
no need to pull off the road. You can
continue to drive your vehicle.
The air conditioning may automatically turn
on and off during severe operating
conditions to protect the engine from
overheating. When the coolant temperature
decreases to the normal operating
temperature, the air conditioning turns on.
If the coolant temperature gauge moves fully
into the red zone, or if the coolant
temperature warning or service engine soon
messages appear in your information display,
do the following:
1. Pull off the road as soon as safely
possible and shift the transmission into
park
(P).
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CAPACITIES AND SPECIFICATIONS - 2.7L ECOBOOST™
Capacities
WARNING
The air conditioning refrigerant system contains refrigerant under high \
pressure. Only qualified personnel should service the air
conditioning refrigerant system. Opening the air conditioning refrigeran\
t system can cause personal injury.
Capacity
Item
6.0 qt (5.7 L)
Engine oil (with oil filter)
10.6 qt (10 L)
Engine coolant
Between MIN/MAX on brake fluid reservoir
Brake fluid
2.4 pt (1.15L)
Rear differential fluid (All Wheel Drive)
11.8 fl oz (0.35 L)
Power Transfer Unit (PTU) fluid (All Wheel Drive)
11.0 qt (10.4 L)*
Automatic transmission fluid
Fill as required
Windshield washer fluid
18.4 gal (69.5 L)
Fuel tank (Front Wheel Drive)
18.5 gal (70 L)
Fuel tank (All Wheel Drive)
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CAPACITIES AND SPECIFICATIONS - 3.7L
Capacities
WARNING
The air conditioning refrigerant system contains refrigerant under high \
pressure. Only qualified personnel should service the air
conditioning refrigerant system. Opening the air conditioning refrigeran\
t system can cause personal injury.
Capacity
Item
6.0 qt (5.7 L)
Engine oil (with oil filter)
11.7 qt (11.1 L)
Engine coolant
Between MIN/MAX on brake fluid reservoir
Brake fluid
2.4 pt (1.15L)
Rear differential fluid (All Wheel Drive)
11.8 fl oz (0.35 L)
Power Transfer Unit (PTU) fluid (All Wheel Drive)
11.0 qt (10.4 L)*
Automatic transmission fluid
Fill as required
Windshield washer fluid
18.4 gal (69.5 L)
Fuel tank (Front wheel drive)
18.5 gal (70 L)
Fuel tank (All wheel drive)
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Note: This feature only functions when you switch the engine on.
Touch this icon to switch the heated steering wheel on and off. It takes about 5 minutes to warm the steering wheel to 74°F (23.3°C)
in temperatures as low as -4°F (-20°C). The wheel maintains an a\
pproximate temperature of 90°F (32.2°C) and operates independently
from the heated seats and other climate-control functions. The heating e\
lement is in between the leather covering and foam core
to help provide maximum heat without adversely affecting the feel of the\
steering wheel.
Note:
For steering wheels with wood trim, the heating feature will not heat t\
he wheel between the 10 and 2 o'clock positions.
Defrost:
A pop up appears on the screen to display the defrost options.
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MAX Defrost: Touch the button to maximize defrosting. Air flows through the windshield\
vents, the fan automatically adjusts to the
highest speed and the driver and passenger temperatures are set to HI. Y\
ou can use this setting to defog or clear a thin covering
of ice from the windshield. The heated rear window also automatically tu\
rns on when you select MAX Defrost.
Defrost:
Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents and demister vent\
s.
Heated rear window:
Turns the heated rear window on and off. See Heated Windows and Mirrors (page 144).
AUTO:
Touch the button to switch on automatic operation. Select the desired tem\
perature using the temperature control. The
system adjusts fan speed, air distribution, air conditioning operation, \
and selects outside air or recirculated air to heat or cool the
vehicle in order to maintain the desired temperature.
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Power:
Touch the button to switch the system on and off. Switching off the climate control system prevents outside air from enteri\
ng
the vehicle.
E
DUAL:
This button lights up when the passenger temperature controls are activ\
e. To switch the passenger temperature controls
off and link the passenger temperature to the driver temperature, touch the DUAL button.
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Note:
the passenger side temperature and the DUAL indication automatically turn on when you or your passenger adjust th\
e
passenger temperature.
Passenger temperature:
Touch up or down to adjust the temperature.
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Fan speed: Touch up or down to increase or decrease the volume of air that circulate\
s in your vehicle.
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Note:
You cannot adjust the fan speed when the system is set to AUTO, MAX A/C or MAX Defrost.
A/C:
A pop-up appears on the screen to display the air conditioning options.\
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MAX A/C:
Touch the button to activate and maximize cooling. The driver and passeng\
er temperatures are set to LO, recirculated
air flows through the instrument panel vents, air conditioning automatic\
ally turns on and the fan automatically adjusts to the highest
speed.
A/C:
Touch to switch the air conditioning on or off. Use A/C with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and effic\
iency.
Note:
In certain conditions (for example, Max Defrost), the air conditioning compressor may continue to operate\
even when you
switch the air conditioning A/C button off.
Recirculated air:
Touch to switch the recirculated air on or off. When recirculated air is on, it may reduce the amount of time needed
to cool down the interior (when used with A/C) and help reduce odors f\
rom reaching the interior.
Note:
Recirculated air may turn off automatically (or the system may prevent i\
t from turning on) in all airflow modes except MAX
A/C to reduce risk of fogging. It may also turn on and off automatically\
in Panel or Panel/Floor airflow modes during hot weather in
order to improve cooling efficiency.
Manual airflow distribution controls:
Select these controls individually, together, or with Defrost to direct the air flow to the area
you desire.
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Panel:
Distributes air through the instrument panel vents.
Floor:
Distributes air through the demister vents, floor vents and rear seat f\
loor vents.
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