Transmission oil change LINCOLN MKZ 2020 Owners Manual

Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and
Canada ......................................................276
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature ......................................................................
278
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only) ......
279
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only) ......................................................................
279
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart ............................
281
Changing a Fuse .........................................
298
Maintenance
General Information ....................................
301
Opening and Closing the Hood ...............
301
Under Hood Overview - 2.0L ...................
303
Under Hood Overview - 3.0L ...................
305
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.0L .........................
306
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.0L ..........................
306
Engine Oil Check ........................................
306
Oil Change Indicator Reset ......................
308
Engine Coolant Check ...............................
308
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check ......
313
Brake Fluid Check ........................................
317Washer Fluid Check
....................................
318
Fuel Filter ........................................................
318
Changing the 12V Battery ..........................
318
Checking the Wiper Blades .....................
320
Changing the Wiper Blades .....................
320
Adjusting the Headlamps ..........................
321
Changing a Bulb ..........................................
322
Changing the Engine Air Filter ................
322
Vehicle Care
General Information ....................................
324
Cleaning Products .......................................
324
Cleaning the Exterior .................................
325
Waxing ...........................................................
326
Cleaning the Engine ...................................
327
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades ......................................................................
327
Cleaning the Interior ...................................
328
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens ........................
330
Cleaning Leather Seats ..............................
331
Repairing Minor Paint Damage .................
331
Cleaning the Wheels ...................................
331Vehicle Storage
...........................................
332
Body Styling Kits ..........................................
334
Wheels and Tires
Tire Care ........................................................
335
Using Summer Tires ...................................
349
Using Snow Chains .....................................
349
Tire Pressure Monitoring System ...........
350
Changing a Road Wheel ...........................
355
Technical Specifications ............................
363
Capacities and Specifications
Engine Specifications - 2.0L .....................
365
Engine Specifications - 3.0L .....................
366
Motorcraft Parts - 2.0L ................................
367
Motorcraft Parts - 3.0L ...............................
369
Vehicle Identification Number .................
370
Vehicle Certification Label ........................
370
Transmission Code Designation ...............
371
Capacities and Specifications - 2.0L ......
372
Capacities and Specifications - 3.0L ......
382
Bulb Specification Chart ............................
392
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When to expect the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED Message
Vehicle Use and Example
Interval
Extended hot or cold operation Extreme
3,000–5,000 mi (5,000–8,000 km) Maximum load or towing
Extreme hot or cold operation
Maintenance Intervals At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Information Display
1
Change the engine oil and filter. 2
Rotate the tires.
Perform a multi-point inspection, recommended.
Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level. Consult your dealer for \
requirements.
Inspect the brake pads, rotors, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect the engine coolant level/strength and hoses.
Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields.
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Other Maintenance Items
1
Replace the cabin air filter.
Every 20,000 mi
(32,000 km)
Replace the engine air filter.
Every
30,000 mi
(48,000 km)
Replace the Fuel Filter (3.0L all-wheel drive only).
Every
40,000 mi
(64,000 km)
Replace the spark plugs.
Every
100,000 mi
(160,000 km) Inspect the accessory drive belt or belts. 2
Change the automatic transmission fluid.
Every
150,000 mi
(240,000 km) Replace the accessory drive belt or belts. 3
Change the engine coolant. 4
At
200,000 mi
(322,000 km)
1 Perform these maintenance items within 3,000 mi (4,800 km) of the last engine oil and filter change. Do not exceed the designated distance
for the interval.
2 After initial inspection, inspect every other oil change until replaced\
.
3 If not replaced within the last
100,000 mi (160,000 km).
4 Initial replacement at 10 years or
200,000 mi (322,000 km), then every five years or 100,000 mi (160,000 km).
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SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
If you operate your vehicle primarily in any
of the following conditions, you need to
perform extra maintenance as indicated. If
you operate your vehicle occasionally under
any of these conditions, it is not necessary
to perform the extra maintenance. For
specific recommendations, see your
dealership service advisor or technician. Perform the services shown in the following
tables when specified or within
3,000 mi
(4,800 km) of the message appearing in the
information display prompting you to change
your oil.
• Example 1
: The message comes on at
28,750 mi (46,270 km). Perform the
30,000 mi (48,000 km) automatic
transmission fluid replacement.
• Example 2
: The message has not come
on, but the odometer reads 30,000 mi
(48,000 km) (for example, the Intelligent
Oil-Life Monitor was reset at 25,000 mi
(40,000 km). Perform the engine air filter
replacement.
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Towing a Trailer or Using a Car-top Carrier
Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the information display\
and perform the services listed in the
Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart.
As required
Inspect the rear axle and U-joints.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
See the axle maintenance items under Exceptions.
Every 30,000 mi
(48,000 km) Change the automatic transmission fluid.
Replace the spark plugs.
Every
60,000 mi
(96,000 km)
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Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances, as in Heavy Commercial Use, such as Delivery, Taxi, Patrol Car or Livery
Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the information display\
and perform the services listed in the
Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart.
As required
Replace the cabin air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace the engine air filter.
Change the automatic transmission fluid.
Every 30,000 mi
(48,000 km)
Replace the spark plugs.
Every
60,000 mi
(96,000 km) Operating in dusty or sandy conditions, such as unpaved or dusty roads
Replace the cabin air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace the engine air filter.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Every
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Rotate the tires, inspect the tires for wear and measure the tread depth.\
Change the engine oil and filter. 1
Every
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
or six months
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Operating in dusty or sandy conditions, such as unpaved or dusty roads
Perform a multi-point inspection.
Change the automatic transmission fluid.
Every 30,000 mi
(48,000 km)
1 Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter chang\
es.
See Engine Oil Check (page 306). Exclusive use of E85, Flex Fuel Vehicles Only
If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regular unleaded fuel.
Every oil change
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the Normal
Schedule:
Rear Axle and PTU Maintenance
The Power Transfer Unit (PTU) and rear axle,
all-wheel drive only, in your vehicle does not
require any normal scheduled maintenance
unless the unit shows signs of leakage.
Contact an authorized dealer for service. California Fuel Filter Replacement
If you register your vehicle in California, the
California Air Resources Board has
determined that the failure to perform this
maintenance item does not nullify the
emission warranty or limit recall liability
before the completion of your vehicle's
useful life. We, however, urge you to have
all recommended maintenance services
performed at the specified intervals and to
record all vehicle service.Engine Air Filter and Cabin Air Filter
Replacement
The life of the engine air filter and cabin air
filter is dependent on exposure to dusty and
dirty conditions. Vehicles operated in these
conditions require frequent inspection and
replacement of the engine air filter and cabin
air filter.
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