check transmission fluid LINCOLN AVIATOR 2021 Owners Manual

Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program
(Canada Only) ..........................................362
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada ......................................................
363
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature ......................................................................
365
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only) ......
366
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only) ......................................................................
366
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart ...........................
368
Changing a Fuse ..........................................
381
Maintenance
General Information ....................................
384
Opening and Closing the Hood ..............
384
Under Hood Overview ...............................
386
Engine Oil Dipstick ......................................
387
Engine Oil Check .........................................
387
Oil Change Indicator Reset ......................
388
Changing the Engine Air Filter ................
389
Engine Coolant Check ...............................
390
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check ......
395Brake Fluid Check
......................................
395
Power Steering Fluid Check ....................
396
Changing the 12V Battery .........................
397
Adjusting the Headlamps .........................
399
Washer Fluid Check ....................................
401
Fuel Filter .......................................................
401
Checking the Wiper Blades .......................
401
Changing the Front Wiper Blades - Vehicles Without: Heated Wiper Blades
.......................................................................
401
Changing the Front Wiper Blades - Vehicles With: Heated Wiper Blades
......................................................................
402
Changing the Rear Wiper Blades ...........
403
Changing a Bulb ..........................................
403
Vehicle Care
General Information ....................................
404
Cleaning Products ......................................
404
Cleaning the Exterior .................................
405
Waxing ...........................................................
406
Cleaning the Engine ...................................
407
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades ......................................................................
407 Cleaning the Interior
..................................
408
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens ........................
408
Cleaning Leather Seats .............................
409
Repairing Minor Paint Damage .................
410
Cleaning the Wheels ...................................
410
Vehicle Storage ............................................
410
Body Styling Kits ...........................................
412
Wheels and Tires
General Information .....................................
413
Tire Care .........................................................
415
Using Summer Tires ...................................
427
Using Snow Chains ....................................
428
Tire Pressure Monitoring System ...........
430
Changing a Road Wheel ............................
434
Technical Specifications ............................
442
Capacities and Specifications
Engine Specifications - Excluding: Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) ............
444
Engine Specifications - Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) ..........................
445
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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.
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 the transmission 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 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 the
transmission to park (P).
2. Block the wheels.
OPENING AND CLOSING THE
HOOD
Opening the Hood 1. Open the left-hand front door.
2. Fully pull the hood release lever and let
it completely retract.
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Brake fluid reservoir. See Brake Fluid Check (page 395).
D
Engine compartment fuse box.
See Fuses (page 368).
E
Engine coolant reservoir.
See Engine Coolant Check (page 390).
F
Air filter assembly.
See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 389).
G
Washer fluid reservoir.
See Washer Fluid Check (page 401).
H
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK MINA
MAXB ENGINE OIL CHECK
To check the engine oil level consistently
and accurately, do the following:
1.
Make sure the parking brake is on. Make
sure the transmission is in park (P) or
neutral (N).
2. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature.
3. Make sure that your vehicle is on level ground.
4. Switch the engine off and wait 15 minutes
for the oil to drain into the oil pan.
Checking the engine oil level too soon
after you switch the engine off may result
in an inaccurate reading. 5. Open the hood.
See Opening and
Closing the Hood (page 384).
6. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean, lint-free cloth.
See Under Hood
Overview (page 386).
7. Reinstall the dipstick and remove it again
to check the oil level. See Under Hood
Overview
(page 386).
8. Make sure that the oil level is between the maximum and minimum marks. If the
oil level is at the minimum mark, add oil
immediately.
See Capacities and
Specifications (page 450).
9. If the oil level is correct, replace the dipstick and make sure it is fully seated.
Note: Do not remove the dipstick when the
engine is running.
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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 stop your vehicle. You can
continue to drive.
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.
Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so. Fully apply the parking brake, shift
into park (P) or neutral (N). 2. Leave the engine running until the
coolant temperature gauge needle
returns to the normal position. If the
temperature does not drop after several
minutes, follow the remaining steps.
3. Switch the engine off and wait for it to cool. Check the coolant level.
4. If the coolant level is at or below the minimum mark, add prediluted coolant
immediately.
5. If the coolant level is normal, restart the engine and continue.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FLUID CHECK
If required, have an authorized dealer check
and change the transmission fluid at the
correct service interval. See Scheduled
Maintenance (page 564).
The automatic transmission does not have
a transmission fluid dipstick. Refer to your scheduled maintenance
information for scheduled intervals for fluid
checks and changes. Your transmission does
not consume fluid. However, if the
transmission slips, shifts slowly or if you
notice a sign of leaking fluid, contact an
authorized dealer.
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.
BRAKE FLUID CHECK
WARNING: Do not use any fluid other
than the recommended brake fluid as this
will reduce brake efficiency. Use of
incorrect fluid could result in the loss of
vehicle control, serious personal injury or
death.
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Multi-Point Inspection
Steering and linkage
Exterior lamps operation
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure2
Fluid levels 1
; fill if necessary
Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
For oil and fluid leaks
Washer spray and wiper operation
Half-shaft dust boots
1 Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission and window washer
2 If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tir\
e sealant expiration Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
Be sure to ask your dealership service
advisor or technician about the multi-point
vehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive way
to perform a thorough inspection of your
vehicle. Your checklist gives you immediate
feedback on the overall condition of your
vehicle. NORMAL SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor™
Your vehicle has an Intelligent Oil-Life
Monitor that determines when you should
change the engine oil based on how you use
your vehicle. By using several important
factors in its calculations, the monitor helps
reduce the cost of owning your vehicle and
reduces environmental waste at the same
time.This means you do not have to remember to
change the oil on a mileage-based schedule.
Your vehicle lets you know when an oil
change is due by displaying a message in
the information display.
The following table provides examples of
vehicle use and its impact on oil change
intervals. It is a guideline only. Actual oil
change intervals depend on several factors
and generally decrease with severity of use.
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Manual Park Release ........................................248
SelectShift Automatic ™ Transmission............247
Stay in Neutral Mode.........................................246
Understanding Your Transmission Selector Positions...........................................................245
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check...........................................................395
Auto-Start-Stop - Excluding: Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV).............................218
Disabling Auto-Start-Stop..................................219
Enabling Auto-Start-Stop...................................218
Autowipers......................................................106 Autowipers Settings............................................107
Low Temperature Wipe Inhibit.........................
107
Auxiliary Power Points
................................203
110 Volt AC Power Point...................................203
12 Volt DC Power Point.....................................203
USB Port and Power Point Locations............
203
AWD See: All-Wheel Drive.........................................250
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery.......................397
Blind Spot Information System..................312 Blind Spot Information System with Trailer
Tow.....................................................................313 Switching the System On and Off...................316
System Errors.......................................................315
Using the Blind Spot Information
System...............................................................312
BLIS See: Blind Spot Information System...............
312
Body Styling Kits............................................412
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood............384
Booster Seats..................................................38 Types of Booster Seats.......................................38
Brake Fluid Check
........................................395
Brake Fluid Service Interval.............................396
Brakes
.............................................................257
General Information...........................................257
Breaking-In.....................................................348
Bulb Specification Chart.............................473
C
Canceling the Set Speed...........................290
Capacities and Specifications
...................444
Capacities and Specifications - Excluding: Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle
(PHEV)..........................................................450
Air Conditioning System....................................
451
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates...........................................................455 Automatic Transmission...................................452
Engine Coolant...................................................453
Engine Oil.............................................................454
Front Axle.............................................................459
Fuel Tank..............................................................456
Grease...................................................................456
Hydraulic Brake System....................................457
Locks.....................................................................458
Rear Axle..............................................................460
Transfer Case......................................................458
Washer Reservoir................................................461
Capacities and Specifications - Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV)...............462
Air Conditioning System...................................462
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates...........................................................466
Automatic Transmission....................................463
Engine Coolant...................................................464
Engine Oil.............................................................465
Front Axle.............................................................470
Fuel Tank..............................................................468
Grease...................................................................468
Hydraulic Brake System...................................468
Locks.....................................................................469
Rear Axle................................................................471
Transfer Case.......................................................470
Washer Reservoir................................................472
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