tire pressure LINCOLN MKX 2007 Owner's Manual

Low Tire Pressure
Warning LightPossible cause Customer Action Required
Flashing Warning
LightSpare tire in use Your temporary spare tire is in
use. Repair the damaged road
wheel and re-mount it on the
vehicle to restore system
functionality. For a description
of how the system functions
under these conditions, refer to
When your temporary spare
tire is installedin this section.
TPMS
malfunctionIf your tires are properly
inflated and your spare tire is
not in use and the TPMS
warning light is still ON, have
the system inspected by your
authorized dealer.
When inflating your tires
When putting air into your tires (such as at a gas station or in your
garage), the Tire Pressure Monitoring System may not respond
immediately to the air added to your tires.
It may take up to two minutes of driving over 20 mph (32 km/h) for the
light to turn OFF after you have filled your tires to the recommended
inflation pressure.
How temperature affects your tire pressure
The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) monitors tire pressure in
each pneumatic tire. While driving in a normal manner, a typical
passenger tire inflation pressure may increase approximately 2 to 4 psi
(14 to 28 kPa) from a cold start situation. If the vehicle is stationary
over night with the outside temperature significantly lower than the
daytime temperature, the tire pressure may decrease approximately 3 psi
(20.7 kPa) for a drop of 30° F (16.6°C) in ambient temperature. This
lower pressure value may be detected by the TPMS as being significantly
lower than the recommended inflation pressure and activate the TPMS
warning for low tire pressure. If the low tire pressure warning light is
ON, visually check each tire to verify that no tire is flat. (If one or more
tires are flat, repair as necessary.) Check air pressure in the road tires. If
any tire is under-inflated, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearest
location where air can be added to the tires. Inflate all the tires to the
recommended inflation pressure.
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Emergency maneuvers
•In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn
must be made, remember to avoid “over-driving” your vehicle (i.e.,
turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far as required to avoid
the emergency). Excessive steering will result in less vehicle control,
not more. Additionally, smooth variations of the accelerator and/or
brake pedal pressure should be utilized if changes in vehicle speed are
called for. Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking which could
result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover
and/or personal injury. Use all available road surface to return the
vehicle to a safe direction of travel.
•In the event of an emergency stop, avoid skidding the tires and do not
attempt any sharp steering wheel movements.
•If the vehicle goes from one type of surface to another (i.e., from
concrete to gravel) there will be a change in the way the vehicle
responds to a maneuver (steering, acceleration or braking). Again,
avoid these abrupt inputs.
AWD Systems (if equipped)
With AWD, the vehicle uses all four wheels to power the vehicle. This
increases traction, enabling you to drive over terrain and road conditions
that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot.
Sand
When driving over sand, try to keep all four wheels on the most solid
area of the trail. Avoid reducing the tire pressures but shift to a lower
gear and drive steadily through the terrain. Apply the accelerator slowly
and avoid spinning the wheels.
Do not drive your AWD vehicle in deep sand for an extended period of
time. This will cause the AWD system to overheat. If the rear tires stop
spinning while the front tires spin in deep sand, turn off the vehicle and
allow the AWD system to cool down for a minimum of 15 minutes. After
the system has cooled down, normal AWD function will return. When
driving at slow speeds in deep sand under high outside temperatures,
use L (Low) gear when possible. L (Low) gear operation will maximize
the engine and transmission cooling capability.
Under severe operating conditions, the A/C may cycle on and off to
protect overheating of the engine.
Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against you
and cause the vehicle to become stuck to the point that assistance may
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be required from another vehicle. Remember, you may be able to back
out the way you came if you proceed with caution.
Mud and water
If you must drive through high water, drive slowly. Traction or brake
capability may be limited.
When driving through water, determine the depth; avoid water higher
than the bottom of the wheel rims (for cars) or the bottom of the hubs
(for trucks) (if possible) and proceed slowly. If the ignition system gets
wet, the vehicle may stall.
Once through water, always try the brakes. Wet brakes do not stop the
vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Drying can be improved by moving
your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal.
Be cautious of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when you
are driving in mud. Even AWD vehicles can lose traction in slick mud. As
when you are driving over sand, apply the accelerator slowly and avoid
spinning your wheels. If the vehicle does slide, steer in the direction of
the slide until you regain control of the vehicle.
After driving through mud, clean off residue stuck to rotating driveshafts
and tires. Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an
imbalance that could damage drive components.
Driving through deep water may damage the transmission.
If the front or rear axle is submerged in water, the axle lubricant and
PTU (Power Transfer Unit) lubricant should be checked and changed if
necessary.
“Tread Lightly” is an educational
program designed to increase public
awareness of land-use regulations
and responsibilities in our nations
wilderness areas. Ford Motor
Company joins the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land
Management in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest and
other public and private lands by “treading lightly.”
Driving on hilly or sloping terrain
Although natural obstacles may make it necessary to travel diagonally up
or down a hill or steep incline, you should always try to drive straight up
or straight down.Avoid driving crosswise or turning on steep
slopes or hills.A danger lies in losing traction, slipping sideways and
possibly rolling over. Whenever driving on a hill, determine beforehand
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The fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
1 30A Driver front smart window
2 15A Not used (Spare)
3 15A Family entertainment system
(FES)/Rear seat control
4 30A Passenger front smart window
5 10A Keypad illumination, 2nd row
seat, Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS), Brake Shift
Interlock (BSI)
6 20A Turn signals
7 10A Low beam headlamps (left)
8 10A Low beam headlamps (right)
9 15A Interior lights, Cargo lamps
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CHANGING THE TIRES
If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.
Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly
and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road.
Note:The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) indicator light will
illuminate when the spare tire is in use. To restore the full functionality
of the monitoring system, all road wheels equipped with tire pressure
monitoring sensors must be mounted on the vehicle.
Have a flat serviced by an authorized dealer in order to prevent damage
to the TPMS sensors, refer toTire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)in theTires, Wheels and Loadingchapter.
The use of tire sealants may damage your tires. The use of tire
sealants may also damage your Tire Pressure Monitoring System
and should not be used.
Refer toTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)in the
Tires, Wheels and Loadingchapter for important information. If
the tire pressure monitor sensor becomes damaged, it will no longer
function.
Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information
Failure to follow these guidelines could result in an increased
risk of loss of vehicle control, injury or death.
If you have a dissimilar spare tire/wheel, then it is intended for
temporary use only. This means that if you need to use it, you should
replace it as soon as possible with a road tire/wheel that is the same size
and type as the road tires and wheels that were originally provided by
Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be
replaced rather than repaired.
A dissimilar spare tire/wheel is defined as a spare tire and/or wheel that
is different in brand, size or appearance from the road tires and wheels
and can be one of three types:
1.T-type mini-spare:This spare tire begins with the letter “T” for tire
size and may have “Temporary Use Only” molded in the sidewall
2.Full-size dissimilar spare with label on wheel:This spare tire has
a label on the wheel that states: “THIS TIRE AND WHEEL FOR
TEMPORARY USE ONLY”
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Power point .................................78
Power steering ..........................222
fluid, checking and adding ....299
fluid, refill capacity ................304
fluid, specifications .................304
Power Windows ...........................79
R
Radio ............................................16
Rear seat entertainment
system ..........................................27
Relays ........................................237
Remote entry system .......114, 116
illuminated entry ............120–121
locking/unlocking
doors ................................116–117
opening the trunk ...................117
panic alarm .............................117
replacement/additional
transmitters .............................119
replacing the batteries ...........118
Reverse sensing system ...........227
Roadside assistance ..................235
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ..........150
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..................140, 144–148
Safety Canopy ...................164, 167
Safety defects, reporting ..........265
Safety restraints ........140, 144–148
Belt-Minder
...........................151
extension assembly ................149
for adults .........................145–147
for children .....................170–171Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................142
safety belt maintenance .........150
warning light and chime ........150
Safety seats for children ..........174
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................308
Satellite Radio Information ........24
Seats ..........................................129
child safety seats ....................174
climate control ........................134
easy access/easyout feature ..133
front seats ...............129, 133–134
heated ..................................54, 56
memory seat ...................118, 133
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ........................................123
Servicing your vehicle ..............273
Spare tire
(see Changing the Tire) ...........248
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................303, 307
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................304
Speed control ..............................83
Starting your vehicle ........214–216
jump starting ..........................251
Steering wheel
controls ......................................85
tilting .........................................76
T
Tilt steering wheel ......................76
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....198
Tires ...........................183–184, 245
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alignment ................................192
care ..........................................188
changing ..........................245, 248
checking the pressure ............188
inflating ...................................185
label .........................................197
replacing ..................................189
rotating ....................................192
safety practices .......................191
sidewall information ...............193
snow tires and chains ............202
spare tire .........................245, 248
terminology .............................185
tire grades ...............................184
treadwear ........................184, 188
Towing .......................................208
recreational towing .................212
trailer towing ..........................208
wrecker ....................................257
Transaxle
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................300
Transmission .............................223
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....223
fluid, refill capacities ..............304lubricant specifications ..........304
Trunk .........................................117
Turn signal ..................................67
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................308
Vehicle loading ..........................202
Ventilating your vehicle ...........217
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......10
Washer fluid ..............................276
Water, Driving through .............234
Windows ....................................116
power .........................................79
rear wiper/washer .....................76
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................75
checking and adding fluid .....276
replacing wiper blades ...276–277
Wrecker towing .........................257
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