spare tire LINCOLN MKZ 2020 Owner's Manual

18.
To store the folded wrench on the jack,
engage the bracket of the jack base on
the wrench feature as shown. Swing
the wrench upward and adjust the
height of the jack until the pin engages
the hole. Tighten the hex nut clockwise
by hand until secure. 19. Put the flat tire, jack and lug wrench
away. Make sure the jack is fastened
securely before you drive.
20. Unblock the wheel and retrieve the warning triangle. Stowing the Flat Tire Without the
Retainer Strap
You can temporarily stow the full-size road
wheel in the spare tire compartment.
1.
Lift the carpeted wheel cover at an angle
to access the spare tire compartment.
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2.
Place the wheel in the spare tire well with
the valve stem facing down.
3. Install the shorter jack retainer bolt to the
jack bolt-down bracket through the
center of the wheel. Finally, wind the
wheel retainer down to secure the wheel
in place.
4. Place the jack and tools back into the spare tire compartment.
5. Replace the carpeted wheel cover.
Stowing the Flat Tire Using the
Retainer Strap (If Equipped)
You can temporarily stow the full-size road
wheel in the spare tire compartment.
1. Find the flat tire retainer strap tucked inside the jack channel. 2.
Locate the jack bolt-down bracket. Push
the retainer strap through the jack
bolt-down bracket.
3. Put the jack and lug wrench away. Make
sure you fasten the jack so it does not
rattle when you drive.
4. Stow the flat tire on the floor in the cargo
area. 5. Weave the retainer strap through the
wheel openings. 6. Secure the flat tire by tying a flat knot.
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Make sure to change your vehicle
’s oils and
fluids at the specified intervals or in
conjunction with a repair. Flushing is a viable
way to change fluid for many vehicle
sub-systems during scheduled maintenance. It is critical that systems are flushed only with
new fluid that is the same as that required
to fill and operate the system or using a
Ford-approved flushing chemical.
Owner Checks and Services
Make sure you perform the following basic
maintenance checks and inspections every
month or at six-month intervals. Check Every Month
Engine oil level.
Function of all interior and exterior lights.
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure. Windshield washer fluid level.
Fuel and water separator. Drain if necessary (or if indicated by the information display). Holes and slots in the tail pipe to make sure they are functional and clear of debris. 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.
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Multi-Point Inspection
Hazard warning system operation
Accessory drive belt(s)
Horn operation
Battery performance
Radiator, cooler, heater and air conditioning hoses
Engine air filter
Suspension components for leaks or damage
Exhaust system
Steering and linkage
Exterior lamps operation
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure2
Fluid levels 1
; fill if necessary
Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
For oil and fluid leaks
Washer spray and wiper operation
Half-shaft dust boots
1 Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission and window washer
2 If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tir\
e sealant expiration Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
Be sure to ask your dealership service
advisor or technician about the multi-point
vehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive way
to perform a thorough inspection of your
vehicle. Your checklist gives you immediate
feedback on the overall condition of your
vehicle.
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Capacities and Specifications - 3.0L.......382
Air Conditioning System...................................382
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold
Climates...........................................................386
Automatic Transmission....................................383
Engine Coolant...................................................384
Engine Oil.............................................................385
Fuel Tank..............................................................388
Grease...................................................................388
Hydraulic Brake System...................................389
Locks.....................................................................389
Power Transfer Unit...........................................390
Rear Axle...............................................................391
Washer Reservoir................................................391
Capacities and Specifications...................365
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior...............................325
Catalytic Converter.......................................175
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)........................176
Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance
(I/M) Testing.......................................................177
Center Console
.............................................159
Changing a Bulb...........................................322 Replacing Bulbs..................................................322
Changing a Fuse..........................................298 Fuses.....................................................................298
Changing a Road Wheel............................355 Changing a Road Wheel Procedure..............357 Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly
Information......................................................356
Stowing the Flat Tire Using the Retainer Strap..................................................................362
Stowing the Flat Tire Without the Retainer Strap...................................................................361
Changing the 12V Battery...........................318
Changing the Engine Air Filter.................322
Changing the Wi-Fi Hotspot Name or Password
.....................................................398
Changing the Wiper Blades......................320
Checking MyKey System Status.................64 MyKey Distance.....................................................64
Number of Admin Keys.......................................65
Number of MyKeys...............................................65
Checking the Wiper Blades.......................320
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance..................................................42
Child Restraint Positioning
...........................33
Child Safety.......................................................21
General Information..............................................21
Child Safety Locks..........................................35 Left-Hand Side.......................................................35
Right-Hand Side....................................................35
Cleaning Leather Seats...............................331
Cleaning Products
........................................324
Materials...............................................................324
Cleaning the Engine....................................327 Cleaning the Exterior..................................325
Cleaning the Headlamps..................................325
Exterior Chrome Parts.......................................326
Exterior Plastic Parts..........................................326
Stripes or Graphics............................................326
Underbody...........................................................326
Under Hood.........................................................326
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens...........................330
Cleaning the Interior
....................................328
Cleaning Alcantara Microfiber Cloth
Fabric................................................................328
Cleaning the Wheels
....................................331
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades...........................................................327
Clearing All MyKeys.......................................64
Climate............................................................435 Accessing Rear Climate Controls...................
438
Accessing the Climate Control Menu...........435
Directing the Airflow..........................................435
Rear Climate Control Lock Indicator.............438
Setting the Blower Motor Speed....................
436
Setting the Temperature...................................436
Switching Auto Mode On and Off..................
436
Switching Dual Zone Mode On and Off.......436
Switching Maximum Air Conditioning On and Off.......................................................................437
Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off......437
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Technical Specifications
See: Capacities and Specifications...............365
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)..........................274
Tire Care.........................................................335
Glossary of Tire Terminology..........................336
Information About Uniform Tire Quality
Grading.............................................................335
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall............................................................337
Temperature A B C.............................................336
Traction AA A B C...............................................336
Treadwear............................................................335
Tire Pressure Monitoring System............350 Changing Tires With a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System..........................................351
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System .............................................................352
Tires See: Wheels and Tires......................................335
Towing a Trailer............................................256 Load Placement..................................................256
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels
.......260
Emergency Towing............................................260
Recreational Towing..........................................260
Towing.............................................................256 Traction Control
.............................................199
Principle of Operation........................................199
Transmission Code Designation................371
Transmission...................................................178
Transporting the Vehicle
............................270
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Under Hood Overview - 2.0L....................303
Under Hood Overview - 3.0L....................305
Universal Garage Door Opener
.................151
HomeLink Wireless Control System................151
USB Port
.........................................................408
Using Adaptive Cruise Control.................222 Automatic Cancellation....................................226
Blocked Sensor..................................................228
Canceling the Set Speed.................................226
Changing the Set Speed..................................225
Detection Issues.................................................226
Following a Vehicle............................................224
Following a Vehicle to a Complete
Stop...................................................................224
Hilly Condition Usage.......................................226
Overriding the Set Speed................................225
Park Brake Application.....................................226
Resuming the Set Speed.................................226
Setting the Adaptive Cruise Speed...............
223 Setting the Adaptive Cruise Speed When Your
Vehicle is Stationary......................................223
Setting the Gap Distance.................................
224
Switching Adaptive Cruise Control Off........226
Switching Adaptive Cruise Control On.........
223
Switching to Normal Cruise Control..............230
System Not Available........................................228
Using All-Wheel Drive..................................184 Driving In Special Conditions With All-Wheel
Drive (AWD)......................................................186
Operating AWD Vehicles With Spare or Mismatched Tires...........................................186
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems..........................................................65
Using Snow Chains
......................................349
Using Stability Control.................................201
Using Summer Tires....................................349
Using Traction Control.................................199 Switching the System Off..................................199
System Indicator Lights and Messages.........199
Using a Switch.....................................................199
Using the Information Display Controls........199
Using Voice Recognition..............................411 Apps.......................................................................420
Automatic Blower Motor Speed
Reduction.........................................................422
Climate...................................................................415
Entertainment.......................................................413
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