towing LINCOLN MKC 2018 Owner's Guide

There are several Lincoln Protect extendedservice plans available in various time,distance and deductible combinations. Eachplan is tailored to fit your own driving needs,including reimbursement for towing andrental. When you purchase Lincoln Protectextended service plan, you receive addedpeace-of-mind protection throughoutCanada, the United States and Mexico,provided by a network of participatingauthorized Lincoln Motor Company dealers.
Note:Repairs performed outside of Canada,the United States and Mexico are not eligiblefor Lincoln Protect extended service plancoverage.
This information is subject to change. Formore information, visit your local Lincoln ofCanada dealer or www.Lincoln.ca to find theLincoln Protect extended service plan thatis right for you.
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When to expect the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED Message
Vehicle Use and ExampleInterval
Normal
7,500–10,000 mi (12,000–16,000 km)Normal commuting with highway drivingNo, or moderate, load or towingFlat to moderately hilly roadsNo extended idling
Severe
5,000–7,500 mi (8,000–12,000 km)Moderate to heavy load or towingMountainous or off-road conditionsExtended idlingExtended hot or cold operation
Extreme
3,000–5,000 mi (5,000–8,000 km)Maximum load or towingExtreme hot or cold operation
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Scheduled Maintenance

Towing a Trailer or Using a Car-top Carrier
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the information display and perform services listed in the NormalScheduled Maintenance chart.As required
Inspect rear axle and U-joints (AWD).Inspect frequently, serviceas 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 the information display and perform services listed in the NormalScheduled Maintenance chart.As required
Replace cabin air filter.1Inspect frequently, serviceas required
Replace engine air filter.
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Driving Hints..................................................250Driving Through Water................................251DRLSee: Daytime Running Lamps...........................90
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Economical Driving......................................250Electric Parking Brake..................................187Applying the electric parking brake...............187Applying the electric parking brake when thevehicle is moving............................................188Battery With No Charge....................................189Releasing the electric parking brake.............188
Electromagnetic Compatibility...................513Emission Law...................................................171Noise Emissions Warranty, ProhibitedTampering Acts and Maintenance..............172Tampering With a Noise Control System.......171
End User License Agreement....................518VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSEAGREEMENT (EULA) .....................................518
Engine Block Heater....................................160Using the Engine Block Heater.......................160
Engine Coolant Check.................................291Adding Engine Coolant....................................292Checking the Engine Coolant..........................291Recycled Engine Coolant.................................293
Severe Climates.................................................293What You Should Know About Fail-SafeCooling.............................................................293
Engine Emission Control..............................171Engine ImmobilizerSee: Passive Anti-Theft System........................76
Engine Oil Check.........................................289Adding Engine Oil..............................................290
Engine Oil Dipstick......................................289Engine Specifications - 2.0L/2.0LEcoBoost™....................................................344Drivebelt Routing................................................344
Engine Specifications - 2.3L/2.3LEcoBoost™....................................................345Drivebelt Routing................................................345
Entertainment................................................397AM/FM Radio.......................................................400Apps.........................................................................411Bluetooth Stereo or USB..................................409CD (If equipped)..................................................408HD Radio™ Information (If Available)..............404SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (If Activated).........400Sources.................................................................399Supported Media Players, Formats andMetadata Information......................................411USB Ports...............................................................411
Environment......................................................16
EPBSee: Electric Parking Brake...............................187
Essential Towing Checks............................246Before Towing a Trailer.....................................247Hitches..................................................................246Launching or Retrieving a Boat or PersonalWatercraft (PWC)............................................247Safety Chains......................................................246Trailer Brakes.......................................................246Trailer Lamps.......................................................246When Towing a Trailer.......................................247
Event Data RecordingSee: Data Recording.............................................10
Export Unique Options...................................15Exterior Mirrors................................................96Auto-Dimming Feature........................................98Auto-Folding Mirrors............................................97Blind Spot Monitor................................................99Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors.................................97Heated Exterior Mirrors.......................................98Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors............................98Lincoln Welcome Mat..........................................98Memory Mirrors.....................................................98Power Exterior Mirrors.........................................96Signal Indicator Mirrors.......................................98
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Index

Normal Scheduled Maintenance.............485Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor™..............................485Maintenance Intervals.......................................487
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Oil Change Indicator Reset.......................290Oil CheckSee: Engine Oil Check......................................289
Opening and Closing the Hood...............286Opening the Hood.............................................286
Ordering Additional Owner'sLiterature.....................................................266Obtaining a French Owner’s Manual............266
Overhead Console.......................................155
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Parking Aids....................................................197Principle of Operation........................................197
Passive Anti-Theft System............................76SecuriLock®............................................................76
PATSSee: Passive Anti-Theft System........................76
Perchlorate........................................................12Personal Safety System™..............................42How Does the Personal Safety SystemWork?...................................................................42
Phone...............................................................416During a Phone Call............................................421Making Calls........................................................420Pairing Your Cell Phone for the FirstTime....................................................................416Phone Menu..........................................................417Receiving Calls.....................................................421Smartphone Connectivity.................................423Text Messaging...................................................422
Post-Crash Alert System............................258Power Door LocksSee: Locking and Unlocking..............................64
Power Liftgate..................................................72Hands-Free Feature.............................................75Obstacle Detection...............................................75Opening and Closing the Liftgate....................72Setting the Liftgate Open Height......................74Stopping the Liftgate Movement......................74
Power Seats.....................................................141Four-Way Power Lumbar...................................143Power Lumbar......................................................143
Power Windows..............................................95Accessory Delay...................................................96Bounce-Back..........................................................95One-Touch Down..................................................95One-Touch Up.......................................................95Window Lock.........................................................96
Protecting the Environment..........................16
PunctureSee: Changing a Road Wheel.........................337
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Rear Parking Aid............................................197Rear Seat Armrest.........................................148Rear Seats.......................................................145Folding the Seatback.........................................145Recline Adjustment.............................................145Unfolding the Seatback.....................................145
Rear Under Floor Storage..........................236Cargo Management System............................236
Rear View Camera.......................................206Using the Rear View Camera System...........206
Rear View CameraSee: Rear View Camera...................................206
Rear Window Wiper and Washers..............85Rear Window Washer..........................................86
Recommended Towing Weights...............243Refueling..........................................................167Refueling System Overview..............................167Refueling System Warning................................169Refueling Your Vehicle.......................................167
Remote Control...............................................55Car Finder...............................................................57Intelligent Access Key.........................................55Remote Start...........................................................57
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Using Your Vehicle as an Ambulance...............14Using Your Vehicle With a Snowplow...............14
Special Operating Conditions ScheduledMaintenance...............................................489Exceptions............................................................492
Speed ControlSee: Cruise Control...........................................209
Stability Control.............................................195Principle of Operation........................................195
Starting a Gasoline Engine.........................157Automatic Engine Shutdown............................158Failure to Start......................................................158Fast Restart...........................................................157Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes..................159Important Ventilating Information...................159Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle isMoving...............................................................159Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle isStationary..........................................................159
Starting and Stopping the Engine.............156General Information............................................156
Steering..........................................................230Electric Power Steering....................................230
Steering Wheel................................................79Storage Compartments...............................155SunroofSee: Moonroof.....................................................100
Sun Visors.......................................................100Illuminated Vanity Mirror...................................100
Supplementary Restraints System.............43Principle of Operation..........................................43
Symbols Glossary..............................................7SYNC™ 3..........................................................368General Information...........................................368
SYNC™ 3 Troubleshooting..........................458
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Technical SpecificationsSee: Capacities and Specifications...............344
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) AutoLine Program (U.S. Only).........................262Tire Care..........................................................318Glossary of Tire Terminology...........................319Information About Uniform Tire QualityGrading..............................................................318Information Contained on the TireSidewall............................................................320Temperature A B C..............................................319Traction AA A B C................................................318Treadwear.............................................................318
Tire Pressure Monitoring System.............332Changing Tires With a Tire PressureMonitoring System.........................................334
Understanding Your Tire Pressure MonitoringSystem .............................................................334
TiresSee: Wheels and Tires.......................................315
Towing a Trailer.............................................242Load Placement..................................................242
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels.......248Emergency Towing............................................248Recreational Towing..........................................248
Towing.............................................................242Traction Control.............................................193Principle of Operation........................................193
Trailer Sway Control....................................243Transmission Code Designation..............349Transmission...................................................175Transporting the Vehicle............................258Type Approvals.............................................549RF Certification Logos for Blind SpotInformation System.......................................556RF Certification Logos for Mid RangeRadar..................................................................551RF Certification Logos for Passive Anti-TheftSystem..............................................................552RF Certification Logos for Radio TransceiverModule..............................................................554RF Certification Logos for Tire PressureMonitoring Sensor(s).....................................549
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