trailer LINCOLN MKX 2016 Owner's Manual

Front-wheel drive vehicles must have the
front wheels placed on a tow dolly when
towing your vehicle from the rear using
wheel lift equipment. This prevents damage
to the transmission.
Towing an all-wheel drive vehicle requires
that all wheels be off the ground, such as
using a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed
equipment. This prevents damage to the
transmission, all-wheel drive system and
vehicle.
TOWING THE VEHICLE ON FOUR
WHEELS
Emergency Towing
You can flat-tow (all wheels on the ground,
regardless of the powertrain/transmission
configuration) your disabled vehicle (without
access to wheel dollies, car-hauling trailer,
or flatbed transport vehicle) under the
following conditions:
•
Your vehicle is facing forward so you tow
it in a forward direction.
• You place the transmission in position N.
If you cannot place the transmission in
position
N, you may need to override it.
See Transmission (page 182).
• Maximum speed is 35 mph (56 km/h).
• Maximum distance is 50 miles (80
kilometers).
Recreational Towing
Note: Put your climate control system in
recirculated air mode to prevent exhaust
fumes from entering the vehicle.
See
Climate Control (page 140). Follow these guidelines if you have a need
for recreational (RV) towing. An example of
recreational towing would be towing your
vehicle behind a motorhome. These
guidelines are to make sure you do not
damage the transmission during towing.
You can tow your vehicle with all four wheels
on the ground using the Neutral Tow feature,
or with all four wheels off the ground using
a vehicle transport trailer. If you are using a
vehicle transport trailer, follow the instruction
specified by the equipment provider.
Neutral Tow
If you tow your vehicle with all four wheels
on the ground:
•
Tow only in the forward direction.
• Release the parking brake.
Enter Neutral Tow mode by doing the
following:
1. Put the ignition in accessory mode by pressing the engine START button
without pressing the brake pedal.
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ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Vehicles Sold In the United States:
Getting Roadside Assistance
If you ever need help on the road, the Lincoln
Motor Company is there for you with
nationwide, 24-hours-a-day,
seven-days-a-week assistance.
The service is available:
•
Throughout the life of the vehicle for
original owners.
• For six years or 70,000 mi
(112,654.08 km) (whichever comes first)
within the extended powertrain warranty
coverage period for subsequent owners.
• For the coverage period listed on the
Roadside Assistance Card included in
your Owner's Manual portfolio.
This complimentary Roadside Assistance
program is separate from the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty, and includes:
• A flat tire change with a good spare
(except vehicles supplied with a tire
inflation kit).
• Battery jump start. •
Lock-out assistance (key replacement
cost is the client's responsibility).
• Fuel delivery — independent service
contractors, if not prohibited by state,
local or municipal law shall deliver up to
2.0 gal (7.5 L)
of gasoline or 5.0 gal
(18.9 L) of diesel fuel to a disabled
vehicle. Roadside Assistance limits fuel
delivery service to two no-charge
occurrences within a 12-month period.
• Winch out — available within
100 ft
(30.48 m) of a paved or county
maintained road, no recoveries.
• Towing — independent service
contractors, if not prohibited by state,
local or municipal law shall tow Lincoln
eligible vehicles to the client's selling or
preferred dealer within 100 mi (161 km) of
the disablement location or to the nearest
Lincoln dealer. If a client requests a tow
to a selling or preferred dealer that is
more than
100 mi (161 km) from the
disablement location, the client shall be
responsible for any mileage costs in
excess of
100 mi (161 km). Roadside Assistance includes up to $200
coverage for a towed trailer if the disabled
eligible vehicle requires service at the
nearest authorized dealer. If the towing
vehicle is operational but the trailer is not,
then the trailer does not qualify for any
roadside services.
Vehicles Sold In the United States:
Using Roadside Assistance
United States Lincoln vehicle clients who
require Roadside Assistance, call
1-800-521-4140.
If you need to arrange roadside assistance
for yourself, Ford Motor Company will
reimburse a reasonable amount for towing
to the nearest Lincoln dealership within
100 mi (161 km)
. To obtain reimbursement
information, United States Lincoln vehicle
clients, call 1-800-521-4140. Ford Motor
Company will ask you to submit your original
receipts.
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Protected components
Fuse amp rating
Fuse or relay number
Heated rear window.
40A *
68
Anti-lock brake system valves.
30A *
69
Passenger seat.
30A *
70
Active front steering.
50A **
71
Transmission oil pump (start/stop).
20A *
72
Rear heated seats.
20A *
73
Driver seat module.
30A *
74
Wiper motor 1.
25A *
75
Power liftgate module.
30A *
76
Climate control seat module.
30A *
77
Trailer lighting module.
40A *
78
Blower motor.
40A **
79
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High Fluid Level
If the fluid level is above the maximum range
(above point A) fluid may need to be
removed. High fluid levels may be caused
by a overheating condition. If you have
operated your vehicle at high speeds, towing
a trailer or in city traffic during hot weather,
allow your vehicle to cool for a minimum of
30 minutes before rechecking the level.
Note:
An overfill conition can damage the
transmission.
Adding Transmission Fluid *
1. Rotate the automatic transmission fluid cap in a counterclockwise direction. *
2. Remove the cap and dipstick and wipe it with a clean, lint-free cloth.
3. Add fluid that meets the Ford specifications. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 376). Pour the fluid
directly into the automatic transmission
fluid cap and dipstick hole.
4. Replace the cap and dipstick and remove
it again to check the fluid level. 5.
Make sure that the fluid level is between
the MIN and the MAX marks.
6. Replace the automatic transmission fluid
cap and dipstick. Turn it clockwise until
you feel a strong resistance.
* Vehicles With 2.7L EcoBoost WARNING
Do not run the engine with the air filter
disconnected.
1. Remove the two air filter assembly
securing bolts.
2. Lift the air filter assembly to disengage the locating pins.
3. Rotate the air filter assembly slightly in a
counterclockwise direction.
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Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire
Assembly Information
WARNING
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 wheel and tire,
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 wheel and tire assembly 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 wheel and tire assembly
is defined as a spare wheel and tire assembly
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 WHEEL AND TIRE
ASSEMBLY FOR TEMPORARY USE ONLY.
When driving with one of the dissimilar spare
tires listed above, do not:
• Exceed
50 mph (80 km/h).
• Load the vehicle beyond maximum
vehicle load rating listed on the Safety
Compliance Label.
• Tow a trailer.
• Use snow chains on the end of the
vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire.
• Use more than one dissimilar spare tire
at a time.
• Use commercial car washing equipment.
• Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire.
Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed
above at any one wheel location can lead to
impairment of the following:
• Handling, stability and braking
performance.
• Comfort and noise.
• Ground clearance and parking at curbs. •
Winter weather driving capability.
• Wet weather driving capability.
• All-wheel driving capability (if applicable).
3.
Full-size dissimilar spare without label
on wheel
When driving with the full-size dissimilar
spare wheel and tire assembly, do not:
• Exceed
70 mph (113 km/h).
• Use more than one dissimilar spare
wheel and tire assembly at a time.
• Use commercial car washing equipment.
• Use snow chains on the end of the
vehicle with the dissimilar spare wheel
and tire assembly.
The usage of a full-size dissimilar spare
wheel and tire assembly can lead to
impairment of the following:
• Handling, stability and braking
performance.
• Comfort and noise.
• Ground clearance and parking at curbs.
• Winter weather driving capability.
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•
Wet weather driving capability.
• All-wheel driving capability.
When driving with the full-size dissimilar
spare wheel and tire assembly additional
caution should be given to:
• Towing a trailer.
• Driving vehicles equipped with a camper
body.
• Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo
rack.
Drive cautiously when using a full-size
dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly and
seek service as soon as possible.
Tire Change Procedure (If Equipped) WARNINGS
When one of the front wheels is off the
ground, the transmission alone will not
prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping
off the jack, even if the transmission is in park
(P). WARNINGS
To help prevent your vehicle from
moving when you change a tire, be
sure to place the transmission in park (P), set
the parking brake and block (in both
directions) the wheel that is diagonally
opposite (other side and end of the vehicle)
to the tire being changed. Never get underneath a vehicle that is
supported only by a jack. If your vehicle
slips off the jack, you or someone else could
be seriously injured. Do not attempt to change a tire on the
side of the vehicle close to moving
traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid
the danger of being hit when operating the
jack or changing the wheel. Always use the jack provided as
original equipment with your vehicle.
If using a jack other than the one provided
as original equipment with your vehicle,
make sure the jack capacity is adequate for
the vehicle weight, including any vehicle
cargo or modifications. Note:
Passengers should not remain in your
vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked.
1. Park on a level surface, set the parking brake and activate the hazard flashers.
2. Place the transmission in park (P) and turn the engine off. 3.
Block both the front and rear of the wheel
diagonally opposite the flat tire. For
example, if the left front tire is flat, block
the right rear wheel.
4. Lift the carpeted load floor panel and secure in the up position with the hanger
clip.
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Towing a trailer or using a car-top carrier
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by information display and per\
form services listed in the Normal
Scheduled Maintenance chart.
As required
Inspect U-joints.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
See axle maintenance items under Exceptions.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Change automatic transmission fluid.
Replace spark plugs.
Every 60000 miles (96000
km)
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Engine Oil Check.........................................308
Adding Engine Oil..............................................308
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.7L EcoBoost™......307
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.7L...........................308
Engine Specifications - 2.7L EcoBoost™....................................................370
Drivebelt Routing................................................370
Engine Specifications - 3.7L
........................371
Drivebelt Routing.................................................371
Entertainment................................................422 AM/FM Radio.......................................................423
Bluetooth Audio..................................................444
CD........................................................................\
...438
SD Card Slot and USB Port..............................440
SIRIUS® Satellite Radio (If Activated)..............431
Supported Media Players, Formats and
Metadata Information....................................444
Environment......................................................15
EPB See: Electric Parking Brake..............................195 Essential Towing Checks
............................
264
Before Towing a Trailer.....................................265
Hitches..................................................................264
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal
Watercraft (PWC)............................................265
Safety Chains......................................................264
Trailer Brakes.......................................................264
Trailer Lamps.......................................................264
When Towing a Trailer......................................265
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording..............................................9
Export Unique Options...................................14
Extended Service Plan (ESP)
.....................496
SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY).................497
SERVICE PLANS (U.S. Only)............................496
Exterior Mirrors
...............................................101
Auto-dimming Feature.......................................103
Auto-Folding Mirrors..........................................102
Blind Spot Information System........................104
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors...............................102
Heated Exterior Mirrors ....................................103
Integrated Blind Spot Mirror.............................103
Lincoln Welcome Mat.........................................103
Memory Mirrors ..................................................103
Power Exterior Mirrors........................................101
Signal Indicator Mirrors .....................................103 F
Fastening the Safety Belts...........................34
Rear Inflatable Safety Belt...................................37
Safety Belt Extension Assembly.......................38
Safety Belt Locking Modes................................35
Using a Sliding Clip..............................................34
Using Safety Belts During Pregnancy.............35
Flat Tire Inflation See: Temporary Mobility Kit.............................336
Floor Mats
........................................................271
Front Parking Aid.........................................206
Obstacle Distance Indicator............................207
Front Passenger Sensing System
..............46
Fuel and Refueling........................................173
Fuel Consumption.........................................178
Calculating Fuel Economy................................179
Filling the Tank.....................................................178
Fuel Filler Funnel Location..........................175
Fuel Filter.........................................................316
Fuel Quality
.....................................................174
Choosing the Right Fuel....................................174
Fuel Shutoff
....................................................273
Fuses...............................................................284
Fuse Specification Chart
............................284
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel...........295
Power Distribution Box.....................................284
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Information Messages..................................121
Active Park.............................................................121
Adaptive Cruise Control....................................122
AdvanceTrac ™.......................................................123
Airbag.....................................................................123
Alarm......................................................................123
Automatic Engine Shutdown............................124
AWD........................................................................\
124
Battery and Charging System..........................125
Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System...............................................................126
Collision Warning System..................................127
Doors and Locks..................................................127
Driver Alert............................................................128
Fuel........................................................................\
.128
Hill Start Assist.....................................................129
Keys and Intelligent Access.............................129
Lane Keeping System........................................130
Maintenance..........................................................131
MyKey.....................................................................132
Park Aid..................................................................133
Park Brake.............................................................133
Power Steering.....................................................134
Remote Start.........................................................135
Seats.......................................................................135
Starting System ...................................................135
Tire Pressure Monitoring System....................136
Traction Control...................................................136 Transmission.....................................................137
Installing Child Seats......................................18 Child Seats...............................................................18
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts............................18
Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren (LATCH).............................................24
Using Tether Straps..............................................25
Instrument Cluster.........................................107
Instrument Lighting Dimmer........................93
Interior Lamps..................................................97 Front Interior Lamp...............................................98
Rear Interior Lamp................................................99
Interior Mirror
.................................................104
Auto-Dimming Mirror..........................................104
Introduction
.........................................................7
J
Jump Starting the Vehicle..........................274 Connecting the Jumper Cables......................275
Jump Starting......................................................275
Preparing Your Vehicle......................................274
Removing the Jumper Cables.........................276
K
Keyless Entry
....................................................76
SECURICODE™ Keyless Entry Keypad.............76 Keyless Starting.............................................167
Ignition Modes......................................................167
Keys and Remote Controls..........................55
L
Lane Keeping System
.................................232
Switching the System On and Off..................233
Lighting Control
................................................91
Headlamp Flasher................................................92
High Beams............................................................92
Lighting...............................................................91 General Information..............................................91
Lincoln Automotive Financial Services......12
Load Carriers See: Roof Racks and Load Carriers................251
Load Carrying
................................................249
Load Limit........................................................251 Special Loading Instructions for Owners of
Pick-up Trucks and Utility-type
Vehicles............................................................260
Vehicle Loading - with and without a Trailer
.................................................................251
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Sunroof
See: Moonroof.....................................................105
Sun Visors.......................................................105 Illuminated Vanity Mirror...................................105
Supplementary Restraints System.............44
Principle of Operation..........................................44
Symbols Glossary
..............................................7
T
Tailgate See: Manual Liftgate..............................................71
See: Power Liftgate..............................................73
Technical Specifications See: Capacities and Specifications...............370
Temporary Mobility Kit................................336 First Stage: Inflating the Tire with Sealing
Compound and Air........................................338
General Information...........................................336
Second Stage: Checking Tire Pressure.......340
Tips for Use of the Kit........................................337
What to Do After the Tire has Been Sealed................................................................341
What to do When a Tire Is Punctured...........338
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)..........................279 Tire Care
.........................................................342
Glossary of Tire Terminology..........................345
Important Information About Low-Profile
Tires...................................................................342
Important Information About Sport Tires and Wheels..............................................................343
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading.............................................................344
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall............................................................346
Notice to Crossover Vehicle Owners............343
Temperature A B C.............................................345
Tire Rotation.........................................................357
Traction AA A B C...............................................345
Treadwear.............................................................344
Tire Inflation When Punctured See: Temporary Mobility Kit.............................336
Tire Pressure Monitoring System.............359 Changing Tires With a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System........................................360
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System ..............................................................361
Tire Repair Kit See: Temporary Mobility Kit.............................336
Tires See: Wheels and Tires......................................334
Towing a Trailer
..............................................261
Load Placement...................................................261 Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels........267
Emergency Towing.............................................267
Recreational Towing..........................................267
Towing..............................................................261
Traction Control
............................................200
Principle of Operation.......................................200
Trailer Sway Control
....................................262
Transmission Code Designation...............375
Transmission...................................................182
Transmission See: Transmission...............................................182
Transporting the Vehicle............................266
U
Under Hood Overview - 2.7L EcoBoost™....................................................304
Under Hood Overview - 3.7L....................306 Engine Shield.......................................................307
Universal Garage Door Opener................158 HomeLink Wireless Control System...............
158
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