key LINCOLN MKX 2012 Workshop Manual

If your vehicle is equipped with AdvanceTracwith Roll Stability
Control™, it may be beneficial to disengage the AdvanceTracwith Roll
Stability Control™ system while attempting to rock the vehicle.
Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating
temperature or damage to the transmission may occur.
Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes or damage
to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may
overheat.
WARNING:Always set the parking brake fully and make sure
the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the
LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle.
WARNING:If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake
warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be
working properly. See your authorized dealer.
WARNING:Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (56 km/h).
The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander.
Emergency maneuvers
•In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn
must be made, remember to avoid “over-driving” your vehicle (i.e.,
turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far as required to avoid
the emergency). Excessive steering will result in less vehicle control,
not more. Additionally, smooth variations of the accelerator and/or
brake pedal pressure should be utilized if changes in vehicle speed are
called for. Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking which could
result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover
and/or personal injury. Use all available road surface to return the
vehicle to a safe direction of travel.
•In the event of an emergency stop, avoid skidding the tires and do not
attempt any sharp steering wheel movements.
•If the vehicle goes from one type of surface to another (i.e., from
concrete to gravel) there will be a change in the way the vehicle
responds to a maneuver (steering, acceleration or braking). Again,
avoid these abrupt inputs.
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ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Vehicles sold in the U.S. : Getting roadside assistance
To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor
Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This
program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service
is available:
•24-hours, seven days a week
•for the coverage period listed on the Roadside Assistance Card
included in your Owner Guide portfolio.
Roadside assistance will cover:
•a flat tire change with a good spare (except vehicles that have been
supplied with a tire inflation kit)
•battery jump start
•lock-out assistance (key replacement cost is the customer’s
responsibility)
•fuel delivery – Independent Service Contractors, if not prohibited by
state, local or municipal law shall deliver up to 2.0 gallons (7.5L) of
gasoline or 5.0 gallons (18.9L) of diesel fuel to a disabled vehicle. Fuel
delivery service is limited to two no-charge occurrences within a
12-month period.
•winch out – available within 100 feet (30.5 meters) of a paved or
county maintained road, no recoveries.
•towing – Ford and Lincoln eligible vehicles towed to an authorized
dealer within 35 miles (56 km) of the disablement location or to the
nearest authorized dealer. If a member requests to be towed to an
authorized dealer more than 35 miles (56 km) from the disablement
location, the member shall be responsible for any mileage costs in
excess of 35 miles (56 km).
Trailers shall be covered up to $200 if the disabled eligible vehicle
requires service at the nearest authorized dealer. If the trailer is disabled,
but the towing vehicle is operational, the trailer does not qualify for any
roadside services.
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Vehicles sold in the U.S. : Using roadside assistance
Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in your
wallet for quick reference. This card is found in the Owner’s Guide
portfolio in the glove compartment.
U.S. Lincoln vehicle customers who require Roadside Assistance, call
1-800-521-4140.
If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford Motor
Company will reimburse a reasonable amount for towing to the nearest
dealership within 35 miles (56 km). To obtain reimbursement
information, U.S. Lincoln vehicle customers call 1-800-521-4140.
Customers will be asked to submit their original receipts.
Vehicles sold in Canada : Getting roadside assistance
Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call
1–800–665–2006.
Vehicles sold in Canada : Using roadside assistance
Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in your
wallet for quick reference. In Canada, the card is found in the Warranty
Guide in the glove box.
Canadian Roadside coverage and benefits may differ from the U.S.
coverage. Please refer to your Warranty Guide or visit our website at
www.ford.ca for information on Canadian services and benefits.
Canadian customers who need to obtain roadside information, call
1-800-665-2006 or visit our website at www.ford.ca.
HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL
The hazard flasher control is located
on the instrument panel by the
radio. The hazard flashers will
operate when the ignition is in any
position or if the key is not in the
ignition.
•Press the flasher control and all front and rear direction signals will
flash.
•Press the flasher control again to turn them off.
Use it when your vehicle is disabled and is creating a safety hazard for
other motorists.
Note:With extended use, the flasher may run down your battery.
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
12 15A Interior lighting, Puddle lamps,
Backlighting
13 15A Right turn/stop lamps and turn
signals
14 15A Left turn/stop lamps and turn
signals
15 15A Reverse lamps, Stop lamps
(high-mounted)
16 10A Low beam headlamps (right)
17 10A Low beam headlamps (left)
18 10A Keypad illumination, Brake shift
interlock (BSI), , Start button
LED, Passive anti-theft system
(PATS), Powertrain control
module (PCM) wake-up, 2nd row
power enable
19 20A Audio amplifier
20 20A Lock/unlock relays – vehicles
without intelligent access (IA)
21 10A Not used (spare)
22 20A Horn relay
23 15A Steering wheel control, Intelligent
access (IA), Headlamp switch
24 15A Power tilt/telescope steering
column, On-board diagnostics
(OBDII)
25 15A Liftgate release
26 5A Global positioning system (GPS)
module
27 20A Intelligent access (IA)
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
28 15A Ignition switch (without IA), Key
inhibit solenoid, Push button start
(with IA)
29 20A Radio, Electronic finish panel,
SYNCmodule
30 15A Front park lamps
31 5A Not used (spare)
32 15A Moon roof, Power windows,
Compass/auto-dimming rear view
mirror
33 10A Not used (spare)
34 10A Reverse sensing system, Rearview
camera, Blind spot monitor, Rear
heated seat module
35 5A Heads-up display
36 10A Heated steering wheel
37 10A Climate control
38 10A Not used (spare)
39 15A High beam headlamps
40 10A Rear park lamps, License plate
lamps
41 7.5A Occupant classification sensor
(OCS), Restraints control module
42 5A Not used (spare)
43 10A Not used (spare)
44 10A Not used (spare)
45 5A Not used (spare)
46 10A Climate control
47 15A Fog lamps, LED signal mirrrors
48 30A Circuit
BreakerPower windows
49 — Delayed accessory relay
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Cleaner air
Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines to
improve air quality, per the recommendations in theChoosing the right
fuelsection.
Running out of fuel
Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse
effect on powertrain components.
If you have run out of fuel:
•You may need to cycle the ignition from off to on several times after
refueling to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to
the engine. On restarting, cranking time will take a few seconds longer
than normal. With keyless ignition, just start the engine. Crank time
will be longer than usual.
•Normally, adding 1 gallon (3.8L) of fuel is enough to restart the
engine. If the vehicle is out of fuel and on a steep grade, more than
1 gallon (3.8L) may be required.
•The service engine soon
indicator may come on. For more
information on the service engine soon indicator, refer toWarning
lights and chimesin theInstrument Clusterchapter.
Refilling with a portable fuel container
With the Easy Fuel“no cap” fuel system, use the following directions
when filling from a portable fuel container:
WARNING:Do not insert the nozzle of portable fuel containers
or aftermarket funnels into the Easy Fuelsystem. This could
damage the fuel system and its seal, and may cause fuel to run onto
the ground instead of filling the tank, which could result in serious
personal injury.
WARNING:Do not try to pry open or push open the Easy Fuel
system with foreign objects. This could damage the fuel system
and its seal and cause injury to you or others.
When filling the vehicle’s fuel tank from a portable fuel container, use the
funnel included with the vehicle.
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If the service engine soonindicator is on or the bulb does not
work, the vehicle may need to be serviced. Refer toOn-board
diagnostics (OBD-II)in this chapter.
If the vehicle’s engine or transmission has just been serviced, or the
battery has recently run down or been replaced, the OBD-II system may
indicate that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. To determine if the
vehicle is ready for I/M testing, turn the ignition key to the on position
for 15 seconds without cranking the engine. If the service engine
soon
indicator blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not
ready for I/M testing; if the service engine soon
indicator stays on
solid, it means that the vehicle is ready for I/M testing.
The OBD-II system is designed to check the emission control system
during normal driving. A complete check may take several days. If the
vehicle is not ready for I/M testing, the following driving cycle consisting
of mixed city and highway driving may be performed:
15 minutes of steady driving on an expressway/highway followed by
20 minutes of stop-and-go driving with at least four 30-second idle
periods.
Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the
engine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. The
engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started,
do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete. If
the vehicle is still not ready for I/M testing, the above driving cycle will
have to be repeated.
POWER STEERING FLUID
Check the power steering fluid. Refer toscheduled maintenance
information.
1. Start the engine and let it run
until it reaches normal operating
temperature (the engine coolant
temperature gauge indicator will be
near the center of the normal area
between H and C).
2. While the engine idles, turn the
steering wheel left and right several
times.
3. Turn the engine off.
4. Check the fluid level in the reservoir. It should be between the MIN
and MAX lines. Do not add fluid if the level is in this range.
MAXMIN
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Engine block heater .................215
Engine oil ..................................297
checking and adding ..............297
dipstick ....................................297
filter, specifications ........299, 326
recommendations ...................299
refill capacities ........................327
specifications ..........................327
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................215
F
Fail safe cooling ........................307
Fleet MyKey programming ........94
Floor mats .............................85–86
Fluid capacities .........................327
Fog lamps ....................................47
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road .......................248
Fuel ............................................308
calculating fuel economy .......314
cap ...........................................310
capacity ...................................327
choosing the right fuel ...........312
detergent in fuel .....................313
filler funnel .............................313
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................308, 310, 315
filter, specifications ........308, 326
fuel pump shut-off ..................256
improving fuel economy ........314
octane rating ...................312, 330
quality ......................................312
running out of fuel .........272, 313
safety information relating
to automotive fuels ................308Fuses ..................................256–257
G
Garage door opener ....................81
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............310
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................314
Gauges .........................................17
H
Hazard flashers .........................255
Headlamps ...................................45
aiming ........................................49
autolamp system .......................46
bulb specifications ....................52
daytime running lights .............47
flash to pass ..............................47
high beam .................................47
replacing bulbs .........................53
turning on and off ....................45
Head restraints .................119, 126
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .......................................40
Hill start assist ..........................229
Homelink wireless control
system ..........................................81
Hood ..........................................294
I
Ignition ...............................211, 330
Illuminated visor mirror .............62
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................165
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................319
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Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................289
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................48
Intelligent Access Key ................94
Intelligent Access with push
button start ...............................103
J
Jack ............................................265
positioning ...............................265
storage .....................................265
Jump-starting your vehicle ......272
K
Keyless entry system
autolock ...................................100
keypad .....................................112
locking and unlocking
doors ........................................113
programming entry code .......112
Keys
positions of the ignition .........211
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................46
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................52
daytime running light ...............47
fog lamps ...................................47
headlamps .................................45
headlamps, flash to pass ..........47
instrument panel, dimming .....48
interior lamps ...........................51
replacing bulbs .........................53
LATCH anchors .........................169Liftgate ....................86, 91–92, 105
Lights, warning and
indicator ......................................12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........218
Load limits .................................199
Locks
autolock ...................................100
childproof ................................102
doors ..........................................99
Lubricant specifications ...........327
Lug nuts ....................................271
Lumbar support, seats .............122
M
Message center ...........................18
warning messages .....................28
Mirrors ...................................66–67
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................66
fold away ...................................68
heated ........................................67
programmable memory ..........106
side view mirrors
(power) .....................................67
signal .........................................68
Moon roof ....................................80
Motorcraftparts ..............292, 326
MyKey ..........................................94
MyLincoln Touch™ system ........38
O
Octane rating ............................312
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................297
Overdrive ...................................227
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P
Parental MyKey programming ...94
Parking brake ............................219
Parts
(see Motorcraftparts) ...........326
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................132
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................261
Power door locks ........................99
Power liftgate ..............................86
Power mirrors .............................67
Powerpoint ..................................63
Power steering ..........................225
fluid, checking and
adding ......................................320
fluid, refill capacity ................327
fluid, specifications .................327
Power Windows ...........................64
Push button start system .........213
R
Rear heated seats .....................130
Rear-view camera system .........233
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................163
Relays ........................................256
Remote entry system .......102–103
illuminated entry ............108–109
locking/unlocking
doors ................................104–105
opening the trunk ...................105
Remote start ...........................109replacement/additional
transmitters .............................108
replacing the batteries ...........107
Remote start .............................109
Remote start climate
operation .....................................43
Reverse sensing system ...........231
Roadside assistance ..................254
Roof rack .....................................93
S
Safety belts
(see Safety restraints) ....134–136,
138–139
Safety Canopy ...........................157
Safety defects, reporting ..........285
Safety restraints ...............134–136,
138–139
Belt-Minder...........................141
extension assembly ................138
for adults .................135–136, 138
for children .............................161
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................132
warning light and
chime ...............................140–141
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................169
Safety seats for children ..........165
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................331
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
Normal Scheduled
Maintenance and Log .............345
Seats ..........................................119
child safety seats ....................165
climate control ........................124
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