brake fluid LINCOLN MKX 2012 User Guide

MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES
Item Capacity Ford Part NameFord Part Number /
Ford Specification
Brake fluidBetween MIN and
MAX on reservoirMotorcraftHigh
Performance DOT 3
Motor Vehicle Brake
FluidPM-1-C /
WSS-M6C62-A or
WSS-M6C65-A1
Door weatherstrips — Silicone Spray LubricantXL-6 /
ESR-M13P4-A
Door latch, hood
latch, auxiliary hood
latch, door hinges,
striker plates, seat
tracks and fuel filler
door hinge—Multi-Purpose Grease
(Lithium grease)XG-4 or XL-5 or
equivalent /
ESB-M1C93-B
Lock cylinders —MotorcraftPenetrating
and Lock LubricantXL-1 /
None
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Any adverse condition should be brought to the attention of your dealer
or qualified service technician as soon as possible for the proper service
advice. The owner maintenance service checks are generally not covered
by warranties so you may be charged for labor, parts or fluids used.
Engine oil/coolant change intervals
Engine oilAs indicated by the message center: do not
exceed one year or 10,000 miles (16,000 km)
Engine coolant,
initial change6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
(whichever comes first)
Engine coolant, after
initial changeEvery 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km)
Check every month
Engine oil level
Function of all interior and exterior lights
Tires for wear and proper pressure, including spare
Windshield washer fluid level
Check every six months
Battery connections; clean if necessary
Body and door drain holes for obstructions; clean if necessary
Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength
Door weatherstrips for wear; lubricate if necessary
Hinges/latches/outside locks for proper operation; lubricate if necessary
Parking brake for proper operation
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag, safety belt) for operation
Washer spray/wiper operation; clean or replace blades as necessary
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Multi-point inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important to have the
systems on your vehicle checked regularly. This can help identify
potential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Company
recommends the following multi-point inspection be performed at every
scheduled maintenance interval to help ensure your vehicle keeps
running great.
Multi-point inspection – Recommended each visit
Accessory drive belt(s) Half-shaft dust boots (if equipped)
Battery performance Horn operation
Clutch operation (if equipped) Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hoses
Engine air filter Suspension component for leaks or
damage
Exhaust system Steering and linkage
Exterior lamps and hazard
warning system operationTires for wear and proper pressure,
including spare
Fluid levels*; fill if necessary Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
For oil and fluid leaks Washer spray and wiper operation
*Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, manual and automatic transmission
(with an underhood dipstick), power steering (if equipped) and
window washer
Be sure to ask your dealership service advisor or technician about the
multi-point vehicle inspection. It’s a comprehensive way to perform a
thorough inspection of your vehicle. It’s your checklist that gives you
immediate feedback on the overall condition of your vehicle. You’ll know
what’s been checked, what’s okay, as well as those things that may
require future or immediate attention. The multi-point vehicle inspection
is one more way to keep your vehicle running great!
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Normal Scheduled Maintenance
At every oil change
interval as indicated
by the message
centerChange engine oil and filter
Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread
depth
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if
equipped with dipstick); consult dealer for
requirements
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake
linings, hoses and parking brake
Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped)
Inspect engine cooling system strength and hoses
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields
Inspect rear axle and U-joints; lubricate if
equipped with grease fittings (AWD vehicles)
Inspect half-shaft boots (if equipped)
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension,
tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints; lubricate if
equipped with grease fittings
Inspect wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag
Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ after each engine oil and filter
change; refer to theInstrument Clusterchapter
Do not exceed one year or 10,000 miles (16,000 km) between
service intervals
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EXCEPTIONS
There are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule. They are listed
below:
Normal vehicle axle maintenance:Rear axles and power take-off
(PTO) units with synthetic fluid and light-duty trucks equipped with
Ford-design axles are lubricated for life; do not check or change fluid
unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the assembly has been
submerged in water. During long periods of trailer towing with outside
temperatures above 70°F (21°C) and at wide-open throttle for long
periods above 45 mph (72 km/h), non-synthetic rear axle fluids should
be changed every 3,000 miles (4,800 km) or three months, whichever
comes first. This interval can be waived if the axle is filled with 75W140
synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part
number F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent. Add friction modifier XL-3
(EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for complete refill of Traction-Lok rear
axles (refer toMaintenance product specifications and capacitiesin
theMaintenance and Specificationschapter for details).
Police/Taxi/Livery vehicle axle maintenance:Change rear axle fluid
every 100,000 miles (160,000 km). Rear axle fluid change may be waived
if the axle was filled with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford
specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number FITZ-19580-B or equivalent.
Add four ounces (118 mL) of additive friction modifier XL-3
(EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for complete refill of Traction-Lok rear
axles. The axle fluid should be changed anytime the axle has been
submerged in water
California fuel filter replacement:If the vehicle is registered in
California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that the
failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission
warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’s
useful life. Ford Motor Company, however, urges you to have all
recommended maintenance services performed at the specified intervals
and to record all vehicle service.
Class A Motorhome:Change brake fluid every two years.
Hot climate oil change intervals:If operating conditions are normal
and you drive your vehicle under typical, everyday conditionsandyou
are using an API performance category oil of SL or later (for example
SM, etc.) then you can follow the 7,500 mile (12,000 km) normal service
oil change intervals schedule. Vehicles operating in the Middle East,
North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa or locations with similar climates must
follow the oil change interval of 3,000 mile (4,800 km) if the owner is
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A
Accessory delay ..........................66
Adaptive Cruise Control .............70
AdvanceTrac ..............................219
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................146, 154, 157
and child safety seats ............148
description ..............146, 154, 157
disposal ....................................160
driver airbag ............148, 155, 158
indicator light .........154, 156, 160
operation .................148, 155, 158
passenger airbag .....148, 155, 158
side airbag ...............................154
Air cleaner filter .......323–324, 326
Air conditioning ..........................40
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................247
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................303
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................217
Anti-theft system ..............114, 117
arming the system ..........114, 117
disarming a triggered
system .....................................117
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................227
fluid, adding ............................321
fluid, checking ........................321
fluid, refill capacities ..............327
fluid, specification ..................327
Selectshift (SST) ....................228
Auxiliary powerpoint ..................63
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........327B
Battery .......................................301
acid, treating emergencies .....301
jumping a disabled battery ....272
maintenance-free ....................301
replacement, specifications ...326
servicing ..................................301
Belt-Minder.............................141
Blind Spot Information
System .......................................241
Blind spot mirror ......................239
Booster seats .............................174
Brakes ........................................217
anti-lock ...................................217
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................218
fluid, checking and adding ....321
fluid, refill capacities ..............327
fluid, specifications .................327
lubricant specifications ..........327
parking ....................................219
shift interlock ..........................226
Bulbs ............................................52
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....327
Cargo management system ........91
Cargo net .....................................91
Cell phone use ..............................9
Changing a tire .................265, 268
Child safety seats ......................165
attaching with tether straps ..171
in front seat ............................165
in rear seat ..............................165
LATCH .....................................169
recommendations ...................163
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P
Parental MyKey programming ...94
Parking brake ............................219
Parts
(see Motorcraftparts) ...........326
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................132
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................261
Power door locks ........................99
Power liftgate ..............................86
Power mirrors .............................67
Powerpoint ..................................63
Power steering ..........................225
fluid, checking and
adding ......................................320
fluid, refill capacity ................327
fluid, specifications .................327
Power Windows ...........................64
Push button start system .........213
R
Rear heated seats .....................130
Rear-view camera system .........233
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................163
Relays ........................................256
Remote entry system .......102–103
illuminated entry ............108–109
locking/unlocking
doors ................................104–105
opening the trunk ...................105
Remote start ...........................109replacement/additional
transmitters .............................108
replacing the batteries ...........107
Remote start .............................109
Remote start climate
operation .....................................43
Reverse sensing system ...........231
Roadside assistance ..................254
Roof rack .....................................93
S
Safety belts
(see Safety restraints) ....134–136,
138–139
Safety Canopy ...........................157
Safety defects, reporting ..........285
Safety restraints ...............134–136,
138–139
Belt-Minder...........................141
extension assembly ................138
for adults .................135–136, 138
for children .............................161
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................132
warning light and
chime ...............................140–141
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................169
Safety seats for children ..........165
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................331
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
Normal Scheduled
Maintenance and Log .............345
Seats ..........................................119
child safety seats ....................165
climate control ........................124
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easy access/easyout
feature .....................................126
front seats ...............................123
heated ......................................130
memory seat ...................106, 125
Second-row power fold seat ....127
SecuriCode keyless entry
system ........................................112
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ........................................114
Servicing your vehicle ..............293
SOS Post Crash Alert ...............160
Spare tire
(see Changing the Tire) ...........268
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................326, 330
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................327
Speed control ..............................68
Starting your vehicle ........211–212
jump starting ..........................272
push button start system .......213
Steering wheel
controls ......................................78
tilting .........................................60
T
Tilt steering wheel ......................60
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....195
Tires ...........................180–182, 265
alignment ................................189
care ..........................................185
changing ..........................265, 268
checking the pressure ............185inflating ...................................183
label .........................................194
replacing ..................................187
rotating ....................................189
safety practices .......................188
sidewall information ...............190
snow tires and chains ............199
spare tire .........................266, 268
terminology .............................182
tire grades ...............................181
treadwear ........................181, 185
Towing .......................................206
recreational towing .................209
trailer towing ..........................206
wrecker ....................................276
Transmission .............................227
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....226
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................321
fluid, refill capacities ..............327
lubricant specifications ..........327
Turn signal ..................................50
U
Universal garage door opener ....81
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................331
Vehicle loading ..........................199
Ventilating your vehicle ...........215
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................296
Water, Driving through .............253
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