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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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Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads
Replace the cabin air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace the engine air filter.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Rotate the tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth.
Change the engine oil and filter. 1
Every 
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
or six months
Perform a multi-point inspection.
Change the 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 325).
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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Antenna Positions
Maximum output power Watt (Peak RMS)
Frequency Band MHz
2, 3
50
142-176
2, 3
50
380-512
2, 3
10
806-870
Note: After the installation of radio frequency
transmitters, check for disturbances from
and to all electrical equipment in your
vehicle, both in the standby and transmit
modes.
Check all electrical equipment:
• With the ignition ON.
• With the engine running.
• During a road test at various speeds.
Check that electromagnetic fields generated
inside your vehicle cabin by the transmitter
installed do not exceed applicable human
exposure requirements.
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3
360 Degree Camera...................................238
Front Camera......................................................239
Side Camera........................................................240
Using the System...............................................239
9
911 Assist...........................................................59
A
A/C See: Climate Control..........................................148
About This Manual
............................................7
ABS See: Brakes...........................................................212
ABS driving hints See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes................................................................213
Accessories...................................................505
Accessories See: Replacement Parts Recommendation.....15
ACC See: Using Adaptive Cruise Control...............241
Active Park Assist
.........................................227
Using Active Park Assist...................................228 Adaptive Headlamps...................................100
System Check......................................................100
Adjusting the Headlamps...........................337 Horizontal Aim Adjustment..............................
338
Vertical Aim Adjustment....................................337
Adjusting the Steering Wheel.....................90 End of Travel Position..........................................90
Memory Feature...................................................90
AFS See: Adaptive Headlamps................................100
Airbag Disposal
...............................................58
Air Conditioning See: Climate Control..........................................148
Air Filter See: Changing the Engine Air Filter - 2.7L/
3.0L....................................................................327
See: Changing the Engine Air Filter - 3.7L....326
Alarm See: Anti-Theft Alarm...........................................89
All-Wheel Drive
.............................................203
Ambient Lighting...........................................102
Adjusting the Brightness...................................102
Changing the Color............................................102
Switching Ambient Lighting Off.......................102
Switching Ambient Lighting On.......................102
Anti-Theft Alarm
..............................................89
Arming the Alarm..................................................89
Disarming the Alarm............................................89 Appendices....................................................542
Apps
.................................................................483
SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link......................484
Using Apps on an Android Device................484
Using Apps on an iOS Device.........................483
Using Mobile Navigation on an Android
Device...............................................................484
At a Glance
........................................................19
Audible Warnings and Indicators...............116 Headlamps On Warning Chime
........................116
Keyless Warning Alert.........................................116
Parking Brake On Warning Chime
...................116
Audio Control....................................................91 You can operate the following functions with
the control:..........................................................91
Audio System
................................................434
General Information...........................................434
Audio Unit
......................................................435
Adjusting the Volume........................................435
Changing Radio Stations..................................435
Ejecting the CD...................................................435
Inserting a CD......................................................436
Rear Passenger Audio Controls.....................436
Selecting the Audio Modes.............................436
Setting a Memory Preset..................................436
Switching the Audio Unit On and Off............
436
Using Seek, Fast Forward and Reverse.......436
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Auto Hold........................................................216
Using Auto Hold..................................................217
Autolamps.........................................................98 Windshield Wiper Activated Headlamps........98
Automatic Climate Control..........................148 Directing Air to the Footwell Air Vents..........148
Directing Air to the Instrument Panel Air
Vents..................................................................148
Setting the Blower Motor Speed.....................148
Setting the Temperature....................................148
Switching Auto Mode On and Off...................148
Switching Defrost On and Off..........................149
Switching Dual Zone Mode On and Off........150
Switching Maximum Air Conditioning On and Off.......................................................................150
Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off......150
Switching Recirculated Air On and Off..........150
Switching the Air Conditioning On and Off.......................................................................149
Switching the Climate Control On and Off.......................................................................149
Automatic High Beam Control...................103
Automatic High Beam Control Indicators......................................................104
Automatic Transmission...............................197 Automatic Transmission Adaptive
Learning...........................................................202
Brake-Shift Interlock Override.........................201 If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or
Snow.................................................................202
Push Button Shift Transmission.......................197
SelectShift™ Automatic Transmission.............199
Understanding the Shift Positions of your Automatic Transmission................................197
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check............................................................333
Autowipers.......................................................95 Autowipers Settings.............................................95
Auxiliary Power Points
..................................176
AC Power Point....................................................176
DC Power Point....................................................176
Locations................................................................176
AWD See: All-Wheel Drive..........................................203
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery.......................334
Blind Spot Information System.................257 Switching the System Off and On..................258
System Errors......................................................258
Using the Blind Spot Information
System..............................................................257
BLIS See: Blind Spot Information System..............257 Body Styling Kits............................................351
Bonnet Lock
See: Opening and Closing the Hood.............318
Booster Seats
..................................................32
Types of Booster Seats.......................................33
Brake Fluid Check........................................333 Brake Fluid Service Interval.............................334
Brakes..............................................................212 General Information............................................212
Breaking-In......................................................281
Bulb Specification Chart
.............................424
C
Cabin Air Filter
...............................................154
Capacities and Specifications - 2.7L........391 Air Conditioning System....................................
391
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates...........................................................395
Automatic Transmission...................................392
Engine Coolant...................................................393
Engine Oil.............................................................394
Fuel Tank..............................................................397
Grease...................................................................397
Hydraulic Brake System...................................398
Locks.....................................................................398
Power Transfer Unit...........................................399
Rear Axle..............................................................400
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Washer Reservoir................................................401
Capacities and Specifications - 3.0L.......402 Air Conditioning System...................................402
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates...........................................................406
Automatic Transmission....................................403
Engine Coolant...................................................404
Engine Oil.............................................................405
Fuel Tank..............................................................408
Grease...................................................................408
Hydraulic Brake System...................................409
Locks.....................................................................409
Power Transfer Unit............................................410
Rear Axle................................................................411
Washer Reservoir................................................412
Capacities and Specifications - 3.7L.........413 Air Conditioning System....................................413
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold
Climates.............................................................417
Automatic Transmission.....................................414
Engine Coolant....................................................415
Engine Oil..............................................................416
Fuel Tank...............................................................419
Grease....................................................................419
Hydraulic Brake System...................................420
Locks.....................................................................420
Power Transfer Unit............................................421
Rear Axle..............................................................422 Washer Reservoir...............................................423
Capacities and Specifications....................381
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior...............................342
Catalytic Converter
.......................................194
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)........................195
Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Testing......................................................196
Center Console..............................................178
Changing a Bulb...........................................340 Front Direction Indicator...................................340
High-Intensity Discharge Headlamps...........340
LED Lamps...........................................................340
Changing a Fuse...........................................315 Fuses......................................................................315
Changing a Road Wheel.............................372 Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly
Information.......................................................373
Stowing the flat tire ...........................................377
Tire Change Procedure.....................................374
Changing the 12V Battery..........................334 Battery Management System..........................336
Remove and Reinstall the Battery..................336
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 2.7L/ 3.0L................................................................327
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 3.7L......326
Changing the Wi-Fi Hotspot Name or Password.....................................................432 Changing the Wiper Blades......................339
Changing the Windshield Wiper Blades......
339
Checking MyKey System Status.................69 MyKey Distance....................................................69
Number of Admin Keys.......................................70
Number of MyKeys...............................................70
Checking the Wiper Blades
.......................339
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance..................................................46
Child Restraint Positioning...........................35
Child Safety
.......................................................21
General Information..............................................21
Child Safety Locks
..........................................37
Child Seats.......................................................23
Cleaning Leather Seats...............................347
Cleaning Products.........................................341 Materials................................................................341
Cleaning the Engine
....................................344
Cleaning the Exterior...................................342
Cleaning the Headlamps..................................342
Exterior Chrome Parts.......................................343
Exterior Plastic Parts..........................................343
Stripes or Graphics.............................................343
Underbody...........................................................343
Under Hood.........................................................343
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens
...........................347
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Cleaning the Interior....................................345
Cleaning Black Label or Presidential
Interior...............................................................345
Cleaning the Wheels
...................................348
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades...........................................................344
Clearing All MyKeys.......................................69
Climate............................................................470 Accessing Rear Climate Controls...................473
Accessing the Climate Control Menu...........470
Directing the Airflow..........................................470
Rear Climate Control Lock Indicator..............473
Setting the Blower Motor Speed.....................471
Setting the Temperature....................................471
Switching Auto Mode On and Off...................471
Switching Dual Zone Mode On and Off.........471
Switching Maximum Air Conditioning On and
Off......................................................................472
Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off......................................................................472
Switching Rear Auto Mode On and Off........473
Switching Recirculated Air On and Off.........472
Switching the Air Conditioning On and Off........................................................................\
471
Switching the Climate Controlled Seats On and Off...............................................................471
Switching the Climate Control On and Off........................................................................\
471 Switching the Heated Exterior Mirrors On and
Off......................................................................472
Switching the Heated Rear Window On and Off......................................................................472
Switching the Heated Seats On and Off......472
Switching the Heated Steering Wheel On and Off......................................................................472
Switching the Heated Windshield On and Off......................................................................472
Switching the Rear Climate Controlled Seats On and Off.......................................................473
Switching the Rear Heated Seats On and Off.......................................................................473
Switching the Rear Ventilated Seats On and Off.......................................................................473
Switching the Ventilated Seats On and Off.......................................................................473
Climate Control
..............................................148
Climate Controlled Seats............................170
Heated Seats........................................................170
Ventilated Seats....................................................171
Connecting the Vehicle to a Mobile Network........................................................428
Enabling the Modem Using The Lincoln Way....................................................................428
Enabling the Modem Using the Touchscreen....................................................428
What Is the Modem............................................428 Coolant Check
See: Engine Coolant Check............................328
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator
..........57
Creating a MyKey...........................................68 Programming and Changing Configurable
Settings...............................................................69
Creating a Wi-Fi Hotspot............................432 Connecting a Device to the Wi-Fi
Hotspot.............................................................432
Finding the Wi-Fi Hotspot Name and Password..........................................................432
Cross Traffic Alert.........................................259 Cross Traffic Alert Behavior When Trailer is
Attached...........................................................262
Cross Traffic Alert Indicator.............................
263
Cross Traffic Alert Information Messages.........................................................263
Cross Traffic Alert System Limitations..........262
Cross Traffic Alert System Sensors...............
262
Switching the System On and Off..................262
Using Cross Traffic Alert...................................259
Cruise Control
.................................................92
Customer Assistance...................................291
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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.......................................13
Vehicles With an Emergency Call System.......14
Vehicles With SYNC..............................................13
Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With: Configurable Daytime Running
Lamps..............................................................99
Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With: Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).................99
Declaration of Conformity
..........................578
Radio Frequency Statement............................578
Digital Radio...................................................437 HD Radio Reception and Station
Troubleshooting.............................................438
Direction Indicators......................................100 Indicating a Lane Change..................................101
Doors and Locks.............................................72
Drive Control
.................................................268
Lincoln Drive Control........................................268 Driver Alert
.....................................................250
Using Driver Alert................................................251
Driver and Passenger Airbags
....................50
Children and Airbags............................................51
Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating
Adjustment..........................................................51
Driver and Passenger Knee Airbags.........55
Driving Aids...................................................250
Driving Hints
...................................................281
Driving Through Water................................281
DRL See: Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With:
Configurable Daytime Running Lamps.......99
See: Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With: Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).....................99
E
Economical Driving.......................................281
Electric Parking Brake..................................213 Applying the Electric Parking Brake...............213
Automatically Releasing the Electric Parking
Brake..................................................................214
Manually Releasing the Electric Parking Brake..................................................................214
Releasing the Electric Parking Brake if the Vehicle Battery is Running Out of
Charge...............................................................215 Electromagnetic Compatibility
..................542
Emergency Call Limitations.........................60
Emergency Call Requirements
...................59
Emergency Door Release.............................79
Emission Law..................................................193
Noise Emissions Warranty, Prohibited
Tampering Acts and Maintenance.............194
Tampering With a Noise Control System...............................................................193
End User License Agreement...................547 VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT (EULA) ....................................547
Engine Block Heater....................................184 Using the Engine Block Heater.......................185
Engine Coolant Check................................328 Adding Coolant...................................................329
Coolant Change...................................................331
Engine Coolant Temperature
Management...................................................332
Fail-Safe Cooling.................................................331
Recycled Coolant...............................................330
Severe Climates.................................................330
Engine Emission Control.............................193
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System
.........................87
Engine Oil Check
..........................................324
Adding Engine Oil..............................................325
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.7L/3.0L..................324
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Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.7L...........................324
Engine Specifications - 2.7L.......................381
Drivebelt Routing.................................................381
Engine Specifications - 3.0L
......................382
Drivebelt Routing................................................383
Engine Specifications - 3.7L.......................384 Drivebelt Routing................................................384
Entertainment................................................458 AM/FM Radio.......................................................459
Apps.......................................................................470
Bluetooth Stereo or USB..................................468
CD (If equipped)..................................................467
HD Radio ™ Information (If Available)..............463
SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (If Activated).........460
Sources.................................................................458
Supported Media Players, Formats and Metadata Information....................................470
USB Ports..............................................................470
Environment......................................................18
EPB See: Electric Parking Brake..............................213
Essential Towing Checks............................278 Before Towing a Trailer.....................................279
Hitches..................................................................278
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal
Watercraft (PWC)............................................279
Safety Chains.......................................................278
Trailer Brakes.......................................................278 Trailer Lamps.......................................................278
When Towing a Trailer.......................................279
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording.............................................10
Export Unique Options...................................17
Exterior Mirrors
..............................................106
360-Degree Camera..........................................108
Auto-Dimming Feature......................................108
Auto-Folding Mirrors...........................................107
Blind Spot Monitor..............................................108
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors...............................107
Heated Exterior Mirrors.....................................108
Lincoln Welcome Mat.........................................108
Memory Mirrors...................................................108
Power Exterior Mirrors.......................................106
Signal Indicator Mirrors......................................108
F
Fastening the Seatbelts
................................39
Rear Inflatable Seatbelt........................................41
Seatbelt Locking Modes.....................................40
Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy..................39
Flat Tire See: Changing a Road Wheel.........................372
Floor Mats......................................................282
Front Parking Aid
..........................................223
Object Distance Indicator................................225 Front Passenger Sensing System..............52
Fuel and Refueling
........................................186
Fuel Consumption.........................................192 Advertised Capacity...........................................192
Fuel Economy......................................................192
Fuel Filler Funnel Location..........................187
Fuel Filter - 2.7L/3.7L....................................339
Fuel Filter - 3.0L............................................339
Fuel Quality
.....................................................187
Choosing the Right Fuel....................................187
Fuel Shutoff
...................................................285
Fuses...............................................................300
Fuse Specification Chart............................300 Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel............310
Power Distribution Box.....................................300
G
Garage Door Opener
...................................172
Garage Door Opener See: Universal Garage Door Opener.............
172
Gauges...............................................................111 Audio Status Bar...................................................112
Fuel Gauge............................................................112
Left/Right Information Group.............................112
Time and Temperature Status Bar...................112
Gearbox See: Transmission................................................197
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General Information on Radio
Frequencies....................................................61
Intelligent Access..................................................61
General Maintenance Information............510 Multi-Point Inspection.........................................513
Owner Checks and Services............................512
Protecting Your Investment..............................510
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?.............................510
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?......................................................510
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada.........................................................295
Getting the Services You Need.................291 Away From Home...............................................291
Global Opening and Closing......................106 Closing the Windows.........................................106
Opening the Windows.......................................106
H
Hazard Flashers...........................................285
Headlamp Adjusting See: Adjusting the Headlamps.......................337
Headlamp Exit Delay.....................................99
Headrest See: Head Restraints..........................................156
Head Restraints
.............................................156
Front Seat Manual Head Restraints................156 Rear Seat Center Head Restraint....................158
Rear Seat Outermost Head Restraints...........157
Head Up Display............................................144 Configuring The Head Up Display..................145
Head Up Display (HUD).....................................144
Head Up Display Information...........................144
Maintaining Your Head Up Display.................147
Heated Exterior Mirrors...............................153
Heated Rear Window...................................153
Heated Seats..................................................168 Front Seats............................................................168
Rear Seats.............................................................169
Heated Steering Wheel.................................93
Heated Windshield
.......................................153
Windshield Wiper De-Icer.................................153
Heating See: Climate Control..........................................148
Hill Start Assist
...............................................215
Switching the System On and Off...................215
Using Hill Start Assist.........................................215
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate..........................................................150
Defogging the Side Windows in Cold Weather..............................................................151
General Hints.......................................................150
Quickly Cooling the Interior...............................151
Quickly Heating the Interior..............................151
Recommended Settings for Cooling...............151 Recommended Settings for Heating...............151
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes............................................................213
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood.............318
Horn....................................................................93
I
In California (U.S. Only)...............................292
Information Display Control.........................92
Information Displays......................................117 General Information.............................................117
Information Messages
.................................125
Active Park............................................................126
Adaptive Cruise Control....................................126
Adaptive Headlamps..........................................127
Adaptive Steering................................................127
Airbag.....................................................................127
Alarm......................................................................128
Automatic Engine Shutdown............................128
AWD........................................................................\
129
Battery and Charging System..........................
129
Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System................................................................131
Doors and Locks...................................................131
Driver Alert............................................................132
Fuel........................................................................\
.133
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