towing LINCOLN MKT 2019 Owner's Guide

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There are four mechanical Lincoln Protectextended service plans with different levelsof coverage. Ask your authorized dealer fordetails.
1.PremiumCARE - Our most comprehensivecoverage. With over 1,000 coveredcomponents, this plan is so complete it’sprobably easier to list what’s not covered.
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1st day Rental Benefit
If you bring your car into your dealer forservice, we’ll give you a loaner to use for theday.
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Lincoln Protect

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.
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Lincoln Protect

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

SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
If you operate your vehicle primarily in anyof the following conditions, you need to
perform extra maintenance as indicated. Ifyou operate your vehicle occasionally underany of these conditions, it is not necessaryto perform the extra maintenance. Forspecific recommendations, see yourdealership service advisor or technician.
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 only).Inspect frequently, serviceas requiredInspect half-shaft boots.
See axle maintenance items under Exceptions.
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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Driving Through Water...............................245DRLSee: Daytime Running Lamps...........................89
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Economical Driving......................................245Electromagnetic Compatibility....................511Emission Law...................................................171Noise Emissions Warranty, ProhibitedTampering Acts and Maintenance..............172Tampering With a Noise Control System.......171
End User License Agreement....................516VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSEAGREEMENT (EULA) .....................................516
Engine Block Heater....................................162Using the Engine Block Heater.......................163
Engine Coolant Check................................288Adding Coolant...................................................288Coolant Change.................................................290Engine Coolant TemperatureManagement...................................................292Fail-Safe Cooling................................................290Recycled Coolant...............................................290Severe Climates.................................................290
Engine Emission Control..............................171Engine ImmobilizerSee: Passive Anti-Theft System.........................77
Engine Oil Check.........................................286Adding Engine Oil..............................................286
Engine Oil Dipstick......................................286Engine Specifications - 3.5L......................343Drivebelt Routing................................................343
Engine Specifications - 3.7L.......................344Drivebelt Routing................................................344
Entertainment................................................396AM/FM Radio.......................................................399Apps........................................................................410Bluetooth Stereo or USB..................................408CD (If equipped)..................................................407HD Radio™ Information (If Available)..............403SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (If Activated).........399Sources.................................................................398Supported Media Players, Formats andMetadata Information....................................410USB Ports..............................................................410
Environment......................................................15Essential Towing Checks...........................240Before Towing a Trailer.....................................242Hitches..................................................................240Launching or Retrieving a Boat or PersonalWatercraft (PWC)............................................243Safety Chains.......................................................241Trailer Brake Controller Connector...............242Trailer Brakes........................................................241Trailer Lamps.......................................................242
Trailer Towing Connector (Vehicles with aTrailer Towing Package and 7–PinConnector).......................................................240When Towing a Trailer.......................................242
Event Data RecordingSee: Data Recording.............................................10
Export Unique Options...................................14Exterior Mirrors................................................95Auto-dimming Feature........................................96Blind Spot Information System..........................97Direction Indicator Mirrors ................................96Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors.................................96Heated Exterior Mirrors ......................................96Integrated Blind Spot Mirror..............................96Memory Mirrors ....................................................96Power Exterior Mirrors.........................................95Puddle Lamps........................................................96
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Fastening the Seatbelts................................39Rear Inflatable Seatbelt.......................................42Seatbelt Locking Modes.....................................40Third Row Seatbelt Stowage.............................40Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy..................39
Flat TireSee: Changing a Road Wheel.........................333
Floor Mats......................................................246
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Pedals................................................................83Perchlorate........................................................12Personal Safety System™..............................48How Does the Personal Safety SystemWork?...................................................................48
Phone...............................................................414During a Phone Call............................................419Making Calls.........................................................418Pairing Your Cell Phone for the FirstTime....................................................................414Phone Menu.........................................................415Receiving Calls.....................................................419Smartphone Connectivity..................................421Text Messaging...................................................420
Post-Crash Alert System............................252Power Door LocksSee: Locking and Unlocking..............................68
Power Liftgate..................................................74Obstacle Detection...............................................75Opening and Closing the Liftgate.....................74Stopping the Liftgate Movement......................75
Power Seats....................................................133Four Way Power Lumbar...................................135Power Lumbar (Limo/Livery).............................135
Power Steering Fluid Check.....................295Power Windows..............................................94Accessory Delay...................................................95Bounce-Back..........................................................94
One-Touch Down..................................................94One-Touch Up.......................................................94Window Lock..........................................................94
Protecting the Environment..........................15PunctureSee: Changing a Road Wheel.........................333
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Rear Parking Aid............................................192Rear Passenger Climate Controls.............127Directing Air to the Overhead Air Vents orRear Footwell Air Vents.................................127Rear Climate Control Lock Indicator...............127Setting the Rear Blower Motor Speed...........127Setting the Rear Temperature..........................128Switching Rear Auto Mode On and Off.........128Switching the Rear Climate Controlled SeatsOn and Off........................................................128Switching the Rear Heated Seats On andOff.......................................................................128
Rear Seats.......................................................137Adjusting the Rear Seats...................................137
Rear Under Floor Storage...........................231Rear View Camera........................................199Using the Rear View Camera System............199
Rear View CameraSee: Rear View Camera.....................................199
Rear Window Wiper and Washers..............85Rear Camera Washer...........................................85Rear Window Washer..........................................85Rear Window Wiper Blade.................................85
Recommended Towing Weights..............238Refueling..........................................................167Refueling System Overview..............................167Refueling System Warning................................169Refueling Your Vehicle.......................................168
Remote Control...............................................60Car Finder................................................................61Intelligent Access Key.........................................60Memory Feature....................................................63Remote Start...........................................................61Replacing the Battery..........................................60Sounding the Panic Alarm...................................61
Remote Start...................................................129Automatic Settings..............................................129
Removing a Headlamp...............................300Repairing Minor Paint Damage..................310Replacement Parts Recommendation........12Collision Repairs.....................................................13Scheduled Maintenance and MechanicalRepairs.................................................................12Warranty on Replacement Parts.........................13
Replacing a Lost Key or RemoteControl............................................................63
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Steering..........................................................225Electric Power Steering....................................225
Steering Wheel................................................80Storage Compartments...............................156SunroofSee: Moonroof.......................................................98
Sun Visors.........................................................97Illuminated Vanity Mirror.....................................98
Supplementary Restraints System.............49Principle of Operation..........................................49
Symbols Glossary..............................................7SYNC™ 3..........................................................369General Information...........................................369
SYNC™ 3 Troubleshooting..........................456
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Technical SpecificationsSee: Capacities and Specifications...............343
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) AutoLine Program (U.S. Only).........................256Tire Care..........................................................315Glossary of Tire Terminology............................317Information About Uniform Tire QualityGrading..............................................................315Information Contained on the TireSidewall.............................................................318Temperature A B C..............................................316
Traction AA A B C................................................316Treadwear.............................................................316
Tire Pressure Monitoring System.............329Changing Tires With a Tire PressureMonitoring System........................................330Understanding Your Tire Pressure MonitoringSystem .............................................................330
TiresSee: Wheels and Tires.......................................313
Towing a Trailer.............................................237Load Placement..................................................237
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels........243Emergency Towing............................................243Recreational Towing..........................................244
Towing.............................................................237Traction Control.............................................189Principle of Operation........................................189
Trailer Sway Control....................................238Transmission Code Designation..............348Transmission...................................................175Transporting the Vehicle............................253Type Approvals.............................................547Radio Frequency Certification for Keys andRemote Controls............................................559Radio Frequency Certifications for Blind SpotInformation System.......................................556Radio Frequency Certifications for BodyControl Module..............................................559
Radio Frequency Certifications for CruiseControl Module..............................................558Radio Frequency Certifications for Mid RangeRadar.................................................................550Radio Frequency Certifications for PassiveAnti-Theft System...........................................551Radio Frequency Certifications for RadioTransceiver Module.......................................554Radio Frequency Certifications for SYNC3.........................................................................558Radio Frequency Certifications for TirePressure Monitoring Sensor(s)...................547Radio Frequency Certifications for WirelessCharging..........................................................558Radio Frequency Statement for AudioUnit....................................................................559
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Under Hood Overview - 3.5L....................283Under Hood Overview - 3.7L.....................284Universal Garage Door Opener................149HomeLink Wireless Control System...............149
USB Port..........................................................367Using Adaptive Cruise Control.................204Automatic Cancellation.....................................207Blocked Sensor..................................................209Canceling the Set Speed.................................207
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