air filter LINCOLN CONTINENTAL 2019 Owner's Manual

Multi-Point Inspection
Hazard warning system operation
Accessory drive belt(s)
Horn operation
Battery performance
Radiator, cooler, heater and air conditioning hoses
Engine air filter
Suspension components for leaks or damage
Exhaust system
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.
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At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Information Display
1
Inspect the rear axle (All Wheel Drive vehicles only).
Inspect the half-shaft boots.
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints.
Inspect the tires, tire wear and measure the tread depth.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
1 Do not exceed one year or 10,000 mi (16,000 km) between service intervals.
2 Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter change\
s.
See Oil Change Indicator Reset (page 317). Other Maintenance Items
1
Replace cabin air filter.
Every
20,000 mi
(32,000 km)
Replace engine air filter.
Every
30,000 mi
(48,000 km)
Replace fuel filter (3.0L only).
Every
40,000 mi
(64,000 km)
Change engine coolant.2
Every
100,000 mi
(160,000 km)
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SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
If you operate your vehicle primarily in any
of the following conditions, you need to
perform extra maintenance as indicated. If
you operate your vehicle occasionally under
any of these conditions, it is not necessary
to perform the extra maintenance. For
specific recommendations, see your
dealership service advisor or technician. Perform the services shown in the following
tables when specified or within
3,000 mi
(4,800 km) of the message appearing in the
information display prompting you to change
your oil.
• Example 1
: The message comes on at
28,750 mi (46,270 km). Perform the
30,000 mi (48,000 km) automatic
transmission fluid replacement.
• Example 2
: The message has not come
on, but the odometer reads 30,000 mi
(48,000 km) (for example, the Intelligent
Oil-Life Monitor was reset at 25,000 mi
(40,000 km). Perform the engine air filter
replacement.
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Towing a Trailer or Using a Car-top Carrier
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by information display and per\
form services listed in the Normal
Scheduled Maintenance chart.
As required
Inspect U-joints (AWD only).
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Change automatic transmission fluid.
Every 30,000 mi
(48,000 km)
Replace spark plugs.
Every
60,000 mi
(96,000 km) Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances, as in Heavy Commercial Use Such as Delivery, Taxi, Patrol Car or Livery
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by information display and per\
form services listed in the Normal
Scheduled Maintenance chart.
As required
Replace cabin air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace engine air filter.
Change automatic transmission fluid.
Every
30,000 mi
(48,000 km)
Replace spark plugs.
Every
60,000 mi
(96,000 km)
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Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads
Replace cabin air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace engine air filter.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth.
Change engine oil and filter. 1
Every
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
or six months
Perform multi-point inspection.
Change automatic transmission fluid.
Every
30,000 mi
(48,000 km)
1 Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter chang\
es.
See Oil Change Indicator Reset (page 317).
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the Normal
Schedule: Axle and PTU Maintenance
The Power Transfer Unit (PTU) and rear axle
(AWD only) in your vehicle does not require
any normal scheduled maintenance.
Changing or checking the PTU lubricant is
not necessary unless the unit has been
submerged in water or shows signs of
leakage. Contact your authorized dealer for
service.
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California Fuel Filter Replacement
If you register your vehicle in California, the
California Air Resources Board has
determined that the failure to perform this
maintenance item does not nullify the
emission warranty or limit recall liability
before the completion of your vehicle's
useful life. Ford Motor Company, however,
urges you to have all recommended
maintenance services performed at the
specified intervals and to record all vehicle
service.
Hot Climate Oil Change Intervals
Vehicles operating in the Middle East, North
Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa or locations with
similar climates using an American Petroleum
Institute (API) Certified for Gasoline Engines
(Certification mark) oil of SM or SN quality,
the normal oil change interval is 5,000 mi
(8,000 km).
If the available API SM or SN oils are not
available, then the oil change interval is
3,000 mi (4,800 km)
. Engine Air Filter and Cabin Air Filter
Replacement
The life of the engine air filter and cabin air
filter is dependent on exposure to dusty and
dirty conditions. Vehicles operated in these
conditions require frequent inspection and
replacement of the engine air filter and cabin
air filter.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
RECORD
After the scheduled maintenance services
are performed, record the Repair Order #,
Distance and Engine Hours in the boxes
provided.
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3
360 Degree Camera....................................231
Front Camera......................................................232
Side Camera........................................................233
Using the System................................................231
A
A/C See: Climate Control...........................................143
About This Manual............................................7
ABS See: Brakes..........................................................206
ABS driving hints See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes...............................................................207
Accessories...................................................523 Exterior Style.......................................................523
Interior Style.........................................................523
Lifestyle.................................................................523
Peace of Mind.....................................................523
Accessories See: Replacement Parts Recommendation.....14
ACC See: Using Adaptive Cruise Control..............

234
Active Park Assist..........................................219 Using Active Park Assist....................................221 Adaptive Headlamps
.....................................95
System Check........................................................96
Adjusting the Headlamps...........................327 Horizontal Aim Adjustment..............................328
Vertical Aim Adjustment...................................327
Adjusting the Steering Wheel.....................86 End of Travel Position..........................................86
Memory Feature....................................................86
AFS See: Adaptive Headlamps..................................95
Airbag Disposal...............................................57
Air Conditioning See: Climate Control...........................................143
Air Filter See: Changing the Engine Air Filter - 2.7L/
3.0L....................................................................330
See: Changing the Engine Air Filter - 3.7L....329
Alarm See: Anti-Theft Alarm...........................................85
All-Wheel Drive
..............................................197
Ambient Lighting............................................98
Adjusting the Brightness....................................98
Changing the Color..............................................
98
Switching Ambient Lighting Off........................98
Switching Ambient Lighting On

........................98
Anti-Theft Alarm..............................................
85
Arming the Alarm..................................................85
Disarming the Alarm............................................85 Appendices.....................................................561
Apps.................................................................482
........................................................................\
.........482
SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link......................483
At a Glance
........................................................18
Audible Warnings and Indicators................111 Headlamps On Warning Chime.........................111
Keyless Warning Alert..........................................111
Parking Brake On Warning Chime....................111
Audio Control
...................................................87
Seek, Next or Previous........................................87
Audio System................................................406 General Information...........................................406
Audio Unit
......................................................408
Adjusting the Volume........................................408
Changing Radio S
tations..................................408
Ejecting the CD...................................................
408
Inserting a CD.....................................................409
Rear Passenger Audio Controls.....................409
Selecting the Audio Modes.............................

409
Switching the Audio Unit On and Off...........409
Using Seek, Fast Forward and Reverse.......409
Auto Hold........................................................210 Using Auto Hold...................................................211
Autolamps........................................................92 Windshield Wiper Activated Headlamps........93
Automatic Climate Control..........................143 Directing Air to the Footwell Air Vents..........143
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Directing Air to the Instrument Panel Air
Vents..................................................................143
Setting the Blower Motor Speed.....................143
Setting the Temperature....................................143
Switching Auto Mode On and Off...................143
Switching Defrost On and Off..........................144
Switching Maximum Air Conditioning On and Off
.......................................................................144
Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off.......144
Switching Recirculated Air On and Off..........144
Switching the Air Conditioning On and Off.......................................................................144
Switching the Climate Control On and Off.......................................................................144
Switching the Heated Seats On and Off.......144
Switching the V

entilated Seats On and
Off.......................................................................145
Automatic High Beam Control
....................94
Automatic High Beam Indicator........................95
Switching the S
ystem On and Off....................95
Automatic Transmission...............................191 Automatic Transmission Adaptive
Learning............................................................196
Brake-Shift Interlock Override.........................195
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or Snow..................................................................196
Push Button Shift Transmission........................191
SelectShift™

Automatic Transmission.............193 Understanding the Shift Positions of your
Automatic Transmission.................................191
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check............................................................323
Autowipers

.......................................................89
Autowipers Settings.............................................89
Low Temperature Wipe Inhibit..........................89
Auxiliary Power Points
...................................171
AC Power Point.....................................................171
DC Power Point.....................................................171
Locations.................................................................171
AWD See: All-Wheel Drive...........................................197
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery.......................325
Blind Spot Information System.................250 Switching the System Off and On...................251
System Errors.......................................................251
Using the Blind Spot Information
System..............................................................250
BLIS See: Blind Spot Information System.............250
Body Styling Kits
............................................341
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood.............310 Booster Seats...................................................31
Types of Booster Seats.......................................32
Brake Fluid Check........................................323
Brakes.............................................................206 General Information..........................................206
Breaking-In.....................................................273
Bulb Specification Chart.............................403
C
Cabin Air Filter
...............................................148
Capacities and Specifications - 2.7L.......382 Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold
Climates............................................................388
Specifications......................................................383
Capacities and Specifications - 3.0L.......389 Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold
Climates............................................................394
Specifications......................................................390
Capacities and Specifications - 3.7L
.......396
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold
Climates...........................................................402
Specifications......................................................397
Capacities and Specifications...................373
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior...............................333
Catalytic Converter
.......................................188
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)........................189
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Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance
(I/M) Testing......................................................190
Center Console..............................................173
Changing a Bulb...........................................329
Front Direction Indicator..................................329
High-Intensity Discharge Headlamps...........329
LED Lamps...........................................................329
Changing a Fuse
..........................................307
Fuses.....................................................................307
Changing a Road Wheel.............................363 Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly
Information.......................................................364
Stowing the flat tire ...........................................369
Tire Change Procedure....................................365
Changing the 12V Battery..........................325
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 2.7L/ 3.0L................................................................330
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 3.7L......329
Changing the Wiper Blades.......................327 Changing the Windshield Wiper Blades.......327
Checking MyKey S

ystem Status.................60
MyKey Distance....................................................60
Number of Admin Keys........................................61
Number of MyKeys...............................................60
Checking the Wiper Blades.......................326
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance..................................................45
Child Restraint Positioning...........................34 Child Safety......................................................20
General Information.............................................20
Child Safety Locks..........................................36
Child Seats.......................................................22
Cleaning Leather Seats..............................338
Cleaning Products........................................332 Materials...............................................................332
Cleaning the Engine....................................335
Cleaning the Exterior...................................333 Cleaning the Headlamps..................................333
Exterior Chrome Parts.......................................334
Exterior Plastic Parts..........................................334
Stripes or Graphics.............................................334
Underbody...........................................................334
Under Hood.........................................................334
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens...........................338
Cleaning the Interior
....................................336
Cleaning Black Label or Presidential
Interior...............................................................336
Cleaning the Wheels
...................................339
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades...........................................................335
Clearing All MyKeys.......................................60
Climate............................................................459
Climate Control..............................................143
Climate Controlled Seats............................165 Ventilated Seats...................................................165 Coolant Check
See: Engine Coolant Check..............................318
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator..........56
Creating a MyKey...........................................59 Programming and Changing Configurable
Settings...............................................................60
Cross Traffic Alert
.........................................252
Blocked Sensors................................................255
Switching the System Off and On..................255
System Errors

......................................................255
System Lights, Messages and Audible Alerts.................................................................255
System Limitations.............................................255
Using the Cross Traffic Alert System............252
Cruise Control
..................................................87
Principle of Operation.......................................234
Customer Assistance
..................................283
D
Data Recording
................................................10
Comfort, Convenience and Entertainment
Data.......................................................................12
Event Data................................................................11
Service Data............................................................10
Services That Third Parties Provide..................12
Services That We Provide...................................12
Vehicles With a Modem.......................................12
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