towing LINCOLN MKX 2017 Owner's Guide

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 (AWD only).
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Change automatic transmission fluid.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Replace spark plugs.
Every 60000 miles (96000
km) Extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, as in heavy co\
mmercial use (such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery)
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by information display and per\
form services listed in the Normal
Scheduled Maintenance chart.
As required
Replace cabin air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace engine air filter.
Change automatic transmission fluid.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Replace spark plugs.
Every 60000 miles (96000
km)
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MKX (CD9) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Scheduled Maintenance

Brake-Shift Interlock Override..........................187
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or
Snow..................................................................188
Push Button Shift Transmission.......................183
SelectShift Automatic ™ Transmission.............185
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check - 2.7L EcoBoost™/3.7L............................................319
Adding Transmission Fluid .............................320
Checking the Transmission Fluid Level ........319
Autowipers.......................................................89 Autowipers Settings.............................................89
Auxiliary Power Points.................................163 110 Volt AC Power Point.....................................163
12 Volt DC Power Point......................................163
Locations...............................................................163
AWD See: All-Wheel Drive...........................................189
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery.......................322
Blind Spot Information System.................240 Switching the System Off and On..................242
System Errors......................................................242
Using the System...............................................240
Body Styling Kits...........................................340 Bonnet Lock
See: Opening and Closing the Hood............306
Booster Seats
..................................................28
Types of Booster Seats.......................................29
Brake Fluid Check
.........................................321
Brakes..............................................................195 General Information............................................195
Breaking-In.....................................................268
Bulb Specification Chart.............................327
C
Cabin Air Filter...............................................144
California Proposition 65
...............................12
Capacities and Specifications - 2.7L EcoBoost™....................................................385
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates...........................................................390
Specifications......................................................386
Capacities and Specifications - 3.7L........392 Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold
Climates............................................................397
Specifications......................................................393
Capacities and Specifications...................379
Cargo Nets
.....................................................254
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior...............................332
Center Console
.............................................165 Changing a Bulb
...........................................326
Headlamp.............................................................327
LED Lamps...........................................................327
Changing a Fuse..........................................303 Fuses.....................................................................303
Changing a Road Wheel..............................371 Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly
Information.......................................................372
Stowing the flat tire ...........................................375
Tire Change Procedure.....................................373
Changing the 12V Battery..........................322
Changing the Engine Air Filter.................330
Changing the Wiper Blades......................324 Changing the Rear Window Wiper
Blade.................................................................324
Changing the Windshield Wiper Blades......324
Checking MyKey System Status
.................65
Checking the Wiper Blades.......................324
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance..................................................42
Child Restraint Positioning
............................31
Child Safety.......................................................17
General Information...............................................17
Child Safety Locks..........................................32 Left-Hand Side.......................................................33
Right-Hand Side....................................................33
Cleaning Leather Seats...............................337
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End User License Agreement...................542
VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT (EULA) ....................................542
Engine Block Heater......................................171
Using the Engine Block Heater.......................172
Engine Coolant Check.................................314 Adding Coolant....................................................315
Coolant Change...................................................317
Engine Coolant Temperature
Management....................................................318
Fail-Safe Cooling..................................................317
Recycled Coolant................................................316
Severe Climates...................................................316
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System.........................
81
Engine Oil Check...........................................312 Adding Engine Oil...............................................313
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.7L EcoBoost™.......312
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.7L............................312
Engine Specifications - 2.7L EcoBoost™....................................................379
Drivebelt Routing................................................379
Engine Specifications - 3.7L......................380 Drivebelt Routing................................................380
Entertainment
................................................433
AM/FM Radio.......................................................435
Apps.......................................................................446
Bluetooth Stereo or USB..................................444 CD (If equipped)..................................................443
HD Radio
™ Information (If Available)..............439
SIRIUS® Satellite Radio (If Activated).............435
Sources.................................................................434
Supported Media Players, Formats and Metadata Information...................................446
USB Ports.............................................................446
Environment......................................................16
EPB See: Electric Parking Brake..............................196
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
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 Seatbelts................................35 Rear Inflatable Seatbelt.......................................38
Seatbelt Locking Modes.....................................36
Using a Sliding Clip..............................................35
Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy..................36
Flat Tire Inflation See: Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit....................343
Floor Mats
......................................................270
Front Parking Aid..........................................207 Obstacle Distance Indicator............................208
Front Passenger Sensing System..............48
Fuel and Refueling
........................................173
Fuel Consumption.........................................179
Calculating Fuel Economy................................179
Filling the Fuel Tank............................................179
Fuel Filler Funnel Location..........................175
Fuel Filter
........................................................322
Fuel Quality.....................................................174
Choosing the Right Fuel....................................174
Fuel Shutoff
....................................................272
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Pairing Your Cell Phone for the First
Time..................................................................450
Phone Menu.........................................................451
Receiving Calls....................................................455
Smartphone Connectivity.................................457
Text Messaging...................................................456
Post-Crash Alert System.............................275
Power Door Locks See: Locking and Unlocking..............................68
Power Liftgate..................................................74 Hands-Free Feature.............................................77
Obstacle Detection...............................................77
Opening and Closing the Liftgate....................75
Setting the Liftgate Open Height......................76
Stopping the Liftgate Movement......................76
Power Seats....................................................149 Multi-Contour Front Seats With Active Motion
........................................................................\
......151
Power Lumbar.......................................................151
Power Windows.............................................100 Accessory Delay...................................................101
Bounce-Back........................................................100
One-Touch Down................................................100
One-Touch Up......................................................100
Window Lock.........................................................101
Pre-Collision Assist
......................................247
Using the Pre-Collision Assist System..........248
Protecting the Environment..........................16 R
Rear Parking Aid...........................................207
Obstacle Distance Indicator............................207
Rear Seat Armrest.........................................157
Rear Seats
.......................................................154
Adjusting the Rear Seats...................................154
Rear Under Floor Storage
..........................254
Cargo Management System............................254
In-floor storage - second row..........................254
Rear View Camera........................................218 Camera Guidelines.............................................219
Manual Zoom......................................................220
Obstacle Distance Indicator............................220
Rear Camera Delay.............................................221
Using the Rear View Camera System............218
Rear View Camera See: Rear View Camera.....................................218
Rear Window Wiper and Washers
.............90
Rear Window Washer..........................................90
Rear Window Wiper.............................................90
Recommended Towing Weights..............262
Reduced Engine Performance..................268
Refueling..........................................................176 System Warnings.................................................178
Remote Control
...............................................57
Car Finder...............................................................58
Intelligent Access Key..........................................57 Memory Feature...................................................60
Remote Start..........................................................58
Replacing the Battery...........................................57
Sounding a Panic Alarm......................................58
Remote Start
...................................................145
Automatic Settings..............................................145
Repairing Minor Paint Damage
.................337
Replacement Parts Recommendation........13 Collision Repairs.....................................................13
Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical
Repairs.................................................................13
Warranty on Replacement Parts.........................
13
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control............................................................60
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)..............................................................285
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)......284
Roadside Assistance
....................................271
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting Roadside
Assistance........................................................272
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Roadside Assistance Program Coverage........................................
272
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Using Roadside Assistance........................................................272
Vehicles Sold in the United States: Getting Roadside Assistance......................................
271
Vehicles Sold in the United States: Using Roadside Assistance......................................
271
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Supplementary Restraints System.............45
Principle of Operation..........................................45
Symbols Glossary..............................................7
SYNC™ 3..........................................................403
General Information...........................................403
SYNC™ 3 Troubleshooting..........................488
T
Tailgate See: Manual Liftgate............................................72
See: Power Liftgate..............................................74
Technical Specifications See: Capacities and Specifications................379
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only).........................280
Tire Care
.........................................................350
Glossary of Tire Terminology..........................353
Important Information About Low-Profile Tires..................................................................350
Important Information About Sport Tires and Wheels...............................................................351
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading.............................................................352
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall............................................................354
Notice to Crossover Vehicle Owners.............
351
Temperature A B C.............................................353 Tire Rotation........................................................364
Traction AA A B C...............................................353
Treadwear............................................................352
Tire Inflation When Punctured See: Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit....................343
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
.............367
Changing Tires With a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System........................................368
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System .............................................................368
Tire Repair Kit See: Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit....................343
Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit.......................343 First Stage: Inflating the Tire with Sealing
Compound and Air........................................345
General Information...........................................344
Second Stage: Checking Tire Pressure........348
Tips for Use of the Kit........................................344
What to Do After the Tire has Been Sealed...............................................................348
What to do When a Tire Is Punctured...........345
Tires See: Wheels and Tires.......................................341
Towing a Trailer
..............................................261
Load Placement...................................................261
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels.......266 Emergency Towing............................................266
Recreational Towing..........................................266 Towing..............................................................261
Traction Control
............................................202
Principle of Operation.......................................202
Trailer Sway Control
....................................262
Transmission Code Designation..............384
Transmission...................................................183
Transmission See: Transmission...............................................183
Transporting the Vehicle............................276
U
Under Hood Overview - 2.7L EcoBoost™...................................................308
Under Hood Overview - 3.7L.....................310
Universal Garage Door Opener................158 HomeLink Wireless Control System...............
158
Using Adaptive Cruise Control.................225 Automatic Cancellation....................................229
Blocked Sensor....................................................231
Canceling the Set Speed.................................229
Changing the Set Speed..................................229
Detection Issues.................................................230
Following a Vehicle...........................................226
Hilly Condition Usage.......................................229
Overriding the System......................................228
Resuming the Set Speed.................................229
Setting the Adaptive Cruise Speed...............
226
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