cooling LINCOLN MKX 2010 User Guide

•Do not use alcohol, methanol, brine or any engine coolants
mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze (coolant).Alcohol
and other liquids can cause engine damage from overheating or
freezing.
•Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant.These
can be harmful and compromise the corrosion protection of the engine
coolant.
For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with a non-pressurized cap
on the coolant recovery system, add coolant to the coolant recovery
reservoir when the engine is cool. Add the proper mixture of coolant and
water to the FULL COLD level. For all other vehicles which have a
coolant degas system with a pressurized cap, or if it is necessary to
remove the coolant pressure relief cap on the radiator of a vehicle with
an overflow system, follow these steps to add engine coolant.
WARNING:To reduce the risk of personal injury, make sure the
engine is cool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap.
The cooling system is under pressure; steam and hot liquid can come
out forcefully when the cap is loosened slightly.
Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the cooling system by
following these steps:
1. Before you begin, turn the engine off and let it cool.
2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolant
pressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir (a translucent plastic bottle).
Slowly turn cap counterclockwise (left) until pressure begins to release.
3. Step back while the pressure releases.
4. When you are sure that all the pressure has been released, use the
cloth to turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap.
5. Fill the coolant reservoir slowly with the proper coolant mixture, to
within the COLD FILL RANGE or the FULL COLD level on the reservoir.
If you removed the radiator cap in an overflow system, fill the radiator
until the coolant is visible and radiator is almost full.
6. Replace the cap. Turn until tightly installed. Cap must be tightly
installed to prevent coolant loss.
After any coolant has been added, check the coolant concentration (refer
toChecking engine coolant). If the concentration is not 50/50
(protection to –34°F/–36°C), drain some coolant and adjust the
concentration. It may take several drains and additions to obtain a 50/50
coolant concentration.
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Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant level in the coolant
reservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle. If
necessary, add enough 50/50 concentration of engine coolant and
distilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level.
If you have to add more than 1.0 quart (1.0 liter) of engine coolant per
month, have your authorized dealer check the engine cooling system.
Your cooling system may have a leak. Operating an engine with a low
level of coolant can result in engine overheating and possible engine
damage.
Recycled engine coolant
Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine
coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available.
Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate
manner. Follow your community’s regulations and standards for recycling
and disposing of automotive fluids.
Coolant refill capacity
To find out how much fluid your vehicle’s cooling system can hold, refer
toMaintenance product specifications and capacitiesin this chapter.
Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined inAdding engine coolant
in this section.
Severe climates
If you drive in extremely cold climates (less than –34°F [–36°C]):
•It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration
above 50%.
•NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60%.
•Increased engine coolant concentrations above 60% will
decrease the overheat protection characteristics of the engine
coolant and may cause engine damage.
•Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the
coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate
freeze protection at the temperatures in which you drive in the
winter months.
If you drive in extremely hot climates:
•It is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentration
above 40%.
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•NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40%.
•Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% will
decrease the corrosion protection characteristics of the engine
coolant and may cause engine damage.
•Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% will
decrease the freeze protection characteristics of the engine
coolant and may cause engine damage.
•Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the
coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate
protection at the temperatures in which you drive.
Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climates should use a 50/50
mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling system
and engine protection.
What you should know about fail-safe cooling
If the engine coolant supply is depleted, this feature allows the vehicle to
be driven temporarily before incremental component damage is incurred.
The “fail-safe” distance depends on ambient temperatures, vehicle load
and terrain.
How fail-safe cooling works
If the engine begins to overheat:
•The engine coolant temperature gauge will move to the red (hot)
area.
•The service engine soon
symbol will illuminate.
If the engine reaches a preset over-temperature condition, the engine
will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation. Each disabled
cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine.
When this occurs the vehicle will still operate. However:
•The engine power will be limited.
•The air conditioning system will be disabled.
Continued operation will increase the engine temperature:
•The engine will completely shut down.
•Steering and braking effort will increase.
Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be re-started. Take
your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible to minimize
engine damage.
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in rear seat ..............................155
LATCH .....................................158
recommendations ...................152
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................163
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............262
instrument panel ....................264
interior .............................264–265
plastic parts ............................262
safety belts ..............................264
washing ....................................260
waxing .....................................261
wheels ......................................261
wiper blades ............................263
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............40
Clock ............................................27
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................20
Console ........................................60
overhead ....................................59
Controls
power seat ...............................110
steering column ........................67
Convertible
cleaning ...................................263
Coolant
checking and adding ..............278
refill capacities ................281, 300
specifications ..........................300
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................65
Cupholder(s) .............................118
Customer Assistance ................229
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................308Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................257
Getting roadside
assistance ................................229
Getting the service
you need .................................253
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................258
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................257
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................46
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................296
engine oil .................................272
Driving under special
conditions ..................218, 223, 226
sand .........................................224
snow and ice ...........................226
through water .................225, 228
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Electronic message center .........18
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................246
Emission control system ..........291
Engine ........................................303
cleaning ...................................262
coolant .....................................278
fail-safe cooling .......................282
idle speed control ...................276
lubrication specifications .......300
refill capacities ........................300
service points ..................269–270
starting after a collision .........231
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Engine block heater .................205
Engine oil ..................................272
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................272
checking and adding ..............272
dipstick ....................................272
filter, specifications ........275, 299
recommendations ...................275
refill capacities ........................300
specifications ..........................300
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................205
F
Fail safe cooling ........................282
Fluid capacities .........................300
Fog lamps ....................................46
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road .......................222
Fuel ............................................283
calculating fuel
economy ............................20, 288
cap ...........................................286
capacity ...................................300
choosing the right fuel ...........287
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................291
detergent in fuel .....................288
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................283, 286, 288
filter, specifications ........283, 299
fuel pump shut-off switch .....231
improving fuel economy ........288
octane rating ...................287, 303
quality ......................................287
running out of fuel .................288
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................283
Fuses ..................................231–232G
Garage door opener ....................70
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............286
Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................288
Gauges .........................................16
H
Hazard flashers .........................230
Head restraints .........................116
Headlamps ...................................45
aiming ........................................47
autolamp system .......................45
bulb specifications ....................51
daytime running lights .............46
flash to pass ..............................46
high beam .................................46
replacing bulbs .........................52
turning on and off ....................45
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .......................................40
Homelink wireless control
system ..........................................70
Hood ..........................................268
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Ignition ...............................202, 303
Illuminated visor mirror .............59
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................155
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................293
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................264
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