Hood LINCOLN MKX 2016 User Guide

GENERAL INFORMATION
Have your vehicle serviced regularly to help
maintain its roadworthiness and resale value.
There is a large network of authorized
dealers that are there to help you with their
professional servicing expertise. We believe
that their specially trained technicians are
best qualified to service your vehicle properly
and expertly. They are supported by a wide
range of highly specialized tools developed
specifically for servicing your vehicle.
To help you service your vehicle, we provide
scheduled maintenance information which
makes tracking routine service easy. See
Scheduled Maintenance (page 499).
If your vehicle requires professional service,
an authorized dealer can provide the
necessary parts and service. Check your
warranty information to find out which parts
and services are covered.
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants,
fluids and service parts conforming to
specifications. Motorcraft® parts are
designed and built to provide the best
performance in your vehicle. Precautions
•
Do not work on a hot engine.
• Make sure that nothing gets caught in
moving parts.
• Do not work on a vehicle with the engine
running in an enclosed space, unless you
are sure you have enough ventilation.
• Keep all open flames and other burning
material (such as cigarettes) away from
the battery and all fuel related parts.
Working with the Engine Off
1. Set the parking brake and shift to park (P).
2. Switch off the engine.
3. Block the wheels.
Working with the Engine On 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. 1. Set the parking brake and shift to park
(P).
2. Block the wheels
OPENING AND CLOSING THE
HOOD
Opening the Hood 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release
handle located under the left-hand side
of the instrument panel.
2. Slightly lift the hood.
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3. Release the hood latch by pushing the
secondary release lever to your left-hand
side. 4. Open the hood. The hood struts
automatically supports the hood.
Closing the Hood
1. Lower the hood until it engages on to the
secondary latch.
2. Firmly push down on the front of the hood to close it fully.
Note: Make sure that the hood is correctly
closed.
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UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 2.7L ECOBOOST™
Engine coolant reservoir. See Engine Coolant Check (page 309).
A
Brake fluid reservoir.
See Brake Fluid Check (page 315).
B
Battery.
See Changing the 12V Battery (page 316).
C
Power distribution box.
See Fuses (page 284).
D
Air filter assembly.
See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 324).
E
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UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 3.7L
Engine coolant reservoir. See Engine Coolant Check (page 309).
A.
Engine oil filler cap.
See Engine Oil Check (page 308).
B.
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FLUID CHECK
WARNING
Do not use supplemental transmission
fluid additives, treatments or cleaning
agents. The use of these materials may affect
transmission operation and result in damage
to internal transmission components. The transmission does not consume fluid.
However, if the transmission slips or shifts
slowly you should check the fluid level. If you
notice a sign of leaking fluid, contact an
authorized dealer.
Checking the Transmission Fluid Level
*
Only check the transmission fluid level when
the engine is at normal operating temprature
179°F (82°C)-199°F (93°C). Normal operating
temprature is reached after driving
approximately
20 mi (30 km). Minimum
A
Maximum
B
Note: Check the fluid level with the engine
running and the transmission in park (P).
1. Make sure that your vehicle is on level ground.
2. Rotate the automatic transmission fluid cap in a counterclockwise direction. See
Under Hood Overview
(page 304).
3. Remove the cap and dipstick and wipe it with a clean, lint-free cloth. Replace the
cap and dipstick and remove it again to
check the fluid level. 4.
Make sure that the fluid level is between
the MIN and the MAX marks. If the fluid
level is at the MIN mark, add fluid
immediately. See
Adding Transmission
Fluid.
5. Replace the automatic transmission fluid
cap and dipstick. Turn it clockwise until
you feel a strong resistance.
Low Fluid Level
If the fluid level is within the minimum range
(below point A) add the correct specification
fluid to be within the hash mark area.
See
Capacities and Specifications (page 370).
Note: If the fluid level is below the minimum
range do not drive your vehicle. An underfill
conition can damage the transmission.
Correct Fluid Level
If the fluid level is within the hash mark area
(between points A and B) do not add any
fluid.
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25 feet (7.6 meters).
C
Horizontal reference line.
D
Vertical Aim Adjustment Procedure
1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall
or screen on a level surface,
approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters) away.
2. Measure the height of the headlamp bulb
center from the ground and mark an 8
foot (2.4 meter) horizontal reference line
on the vertical wall or screen at this
height.
Note: To see a clearer light pattern for
adjusting, you may want to block the light
from one headlamp while adjusting the
other.
3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and open
the hood. 4.
On the wall or screen you will observe a
flat zone of high intensity light located at
the top of the right hand portion of the
beam pattern. If the top edge of the high
intensity light zone is not at the horizontal
reference line, the headlamp will need
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5. Locate the vertical adjuster on each
headlamp. Using a Phillips #2
screwdriver, turn the adjuster either
clockwise or counterclockwise in order
to adjust the vertical aim of the
headlamp. The horizontal edge of the
brighter light should touch the horizontal
reference line.
6. Close the hood and turn off the lamps.
CHANGING A BULB WARNINGS
Switch all of the lamps and the ignition
off. Failure to follow this warning could
result in serious personal injury. Bulbs become hot when in use. Let
them cool down before you remove
them. Use the correct specification bulb.
See Bulb Specification Chart (page 322).
Install in the reverse order unless otherwise
stated. Headlamp
Headlamp low and high beam -
vehicles with high-intensity
discharge headlamps.
A
Front direction indicator.
B
Note: Vehicles with LED headlamps do not
contain servicable bulbs. See an
authorized dealer if they fail.
Front Direction Indicator
1. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and remove it.
2. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out. High-Intensity Discharge Headlamps
These lamps operate at a high voltage. See
an authorized dealer if they fail.
LED Lamps
LED lamps are not serviceable items. See an
authorized dealer if they fail.
The following lamps are LED:
•
Front parking lamps.
• Front side marker lamps.
• Front signature lamps.
• Daytime running lamps.
• Side direction indicators.
• Rear side marker lamps.
• Brake and rear lamps.
• Central high mounted brake lamp.
• Rear direction indicators.
• Reversing lamps.
• License plate lamp.
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Rinse thoroughly with a strong stream of
water when you have completed the
cleaning process.
• To remove tar and grease, use Motorcraft
Bug and Tar Remover.
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you plan on storing your vehicle for 30
days or more, read the following
maintenance recommendations to make sure
your vehicle stays in good operating
condition.
We engineer and test all motor vehicles and
their components for reliable, regular driving.
Under various conditions, long-term storage
may lead to degraded engine performance
or failure unless you use specific precautions
to preserve engine components. General
•
Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilated
place.
• Protect from sunlight, if possible.
• If vehicles are stored outside, they
require regular maintenance to protect
against rust and damage.
Body
• Wash your vehicle thoroughly to remove
dirt, grease, oil, tar or mud from exterior
surfaces, rear-wheel housing and the
underside of front fenders.
• Periodically wash your vehicle if it is
stored in exposed locations.
• Touch-up exposed or primed metal to
prevent rust.
• Cover chrome and stainless steel parts
with a thick coat of auto wax to prevent
discoloration. Re-wax as necessary when
you wash your vehicle.
• Lubricate all hood, door and luggage
compartment hinges and latches with a
light grade oil. •
Cover interior trim to prevent fading.
• Keep all rubber parts free from oil and
solvents.
Engine
• Change the engine oil and filter prior to
storage because used engine oil contains
contaminates which may cause engine
damage.
• Start the engine every 15 days for a
minimum of 15 minutes. Run at fast idle
with the climate controls set to defrost
until the engine reaches normal
operating temperature.
• With your foot on the brake, shift through
all the gears while the engine is running.
• We recommend that you change the
engine oil before you use your vehicle
again.
Fuel system
• Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the fuel
pump nozzle.
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Cooling system
•
Protect against freezing temperatures.
• When removing your vehicle from
storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm that there are no cooling system
leaks and that fluid is at the
recommended level.
Battery
• Check and recharge as necessary. Keep
connections clean.
• If storing your vehicle for more than 30
days without recharging the battery, we
recommend that you disconnect the
battery cables to maintain battery charge
for quick starting.
Note: It is necessary to reset memory
features if battery cables are disconnected.
Brakes
• Make sure the brakes and parking brake
release fully.
Tires
• Maintain recommended air pressure. Miscellaneous
•
Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and
pins under your vehicle are covered with
grease to prevent rust.
• Move vehicles at least 25 ft (7.5 m) every
15 days to lubricate working parts and
prevent corrosion.
Removing Vehicle From Storage
When your vehicle is ready to come out of
storage, do the following:
• Wash your vehicle to remove any dirt or
grease film build-up on window surfaces.
• Check windshield wipers for any
deterioration.
• Check under the hood for any foreign
material that may have collected during
storage such as mice or squirrel nests.
• Check the exhaust for any foreign
material that may have collected during
storage.
• Check tire pressures and set tire inflation
per the Tire Label. •
Check brake pedal operation. Drive your
vehicle 15 ft (4.5 m) back and forth to
remove rust build-up.
• Check fluid levels (including coolant, oil
and gas) to make sure there are no leaks,
and fluids are at recommended levels.
• If you remove the battery, clean the
battery cable ends and check for
damage.
Contact an authorized dealer if you have any
concerns or issues.
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Automatic Transmission..............................182
Automatic Transmission Adaptive
Learning............................................................186
Brake-Shift Interlock Override.........................185
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or Snow...................................................................187
Push Button Shift Transmission.......................182
SelectShift Automatic ™ Transmission.............184
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check.......313 Adding Transmission Fluid ...............................314
Checking the Transmission Fluid Level ........313
Autowipers.......................................................88
Auxiliary Power Points.................................163 110 Volt AC Power Point.....................................163
12 Volt DC Power Point......................................163
Locations...............................................................163
AWD See: All-Wheel Drive...........................................188
B
Blind Spot Information System..................237 Blind Spot Information System (BLIS™) with
Cross Traffic Alert...........................................237
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood............302
Booster Seats
...................................................27
Types of Booster Seats.......................................27 Brake Fluid Check
.........................................315
Brakes..............................................................194 General Information............................................194
Breaking-In....................................................269
Bulb Specification Chart
.............................322
C
Cabin Air Filter
...............................................143
California Proposition 65................................11
Capacities and Specifications - 2.7L EcoBoost™....................................................376
Specifications.......................................................377
Capacities and Specifications - 3.7L.........381 Specifications......................................................383
Capacities and Specifications...................370
Cargo Nets
.....................................................249
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior...............................325
Center Console
.............................................165
Changing a Bulb............................................321
Headlamp..............................................................321
LED Lamps............................................................321
Changing a Fuse...........................................301 Fuses......................................................................301 Changing a Road Wheel.............................363
Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly
Information.......................................................364
Stowing the flat tire ...........................................367
Tire Change Procedure....................................365
Changing the 12V Battery...........................316
Changing the Engine Air Filter..................324
Changing the Wiper Blades
.......................318
Changing the Rear Window Wiper
Blade..................................................................319
Changing the Windshield Wiper Blades.......318
Checking MyKey System Status.................64
Checking the Wiper Blades........................318
Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance...................................................41
Child Safety
.......................................................16
General Information..............................................16
Child Safety Locks...........................................31 Left-Hand Side.......................................................32
Right-Hand Side....................................................32
Child Seat Positioning...................................29
Cleaning Leather Seats..............................330
Cleaning Products........................................325
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels..........................331
Cleaning the Engine....................................327
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