low oil pressure LINCOLN MKZ HYBRID 2013 Owners Manual

When washing and waxing, park your
vehicle in a shaded area out of direct
sunlight. Always wash your vehicle
before applying wax.
•
Use a quality wax that does not
contain abrasives.
• Follow the manufacturer ’s
instructions to apply and remove
the wax.
• Apply a small amount of wax in a
back-and-forth motion, not in
circles.
• Do not allow wax to come in
contact with any non-body
(low-gloss black) colored trim.
The wax will discolor or stain the
parts over time.
•Roof racks.
• Bumpers.
• Grained door handles.
• Side mouldings.
• Mirror housings.
• Windshield cowl area.
• Do not apply wax to glass areas.
• After waxing, your car's paint
should feel smooth, and be free of
streaks and smudges.
CLEANING THE ENGINE
Engines are more efficient when they
are clean because grease and dirt
buildup keep the engine warmer than
normal. When washing:
•
Take care when using a power
washer to clean the engine. The
high-pressure fluid could penetrate
the sealed parts and cause
damage.
• Do not spray a hot engine with cold
water to avoid cracking the engine
block or other engine components.
• Spray Motorcraft® Engine
Shampoo and Degreaser on all
parts that require cleaning and
pressure rinse clean. In Canada,
use Motorcraft® Engine Shampoo.
• Never wash or rinse the engine
while it is hot or running; water in
the running engine may cause
internal damage.
• Never wash or rinse any ignition
coil, spark plug wire or spark plug
well, or the area in and around
these locations.
• Cover the battery, power
distribution box, and air filter
assembly to prevent water
damage when cleaning the engine.
CLEANING THE WINDOWS
AND WIPER BLADES
Clean your windows and wiper blades
regularly. If the wipers do not wipe
properly, substances on the vehicle ’s
glass or the wiper blades may cause
squeaking or chatter noise from the
blades, and streaking and smearing
of the windshield.
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MKZ (CC9) Vehicle Care

Ford part number /
Ford specification
Ford part name or
equivalent
Capacity
Item
/WSH-M17B19-AYN-32/WSS-M2C31-B2
Motorcraft PAG
Refrigerant
Compressor Oil
5.2 oz (153 ml)
A/C Refrigerant
Compressor Oil 7
Use only Motorcraft DOT 4 LV High Performance Brake Fluid or equivalent
meeting WSS-M6C65-A2 and ISO 4925 Class 6. Use of any fluid other than
the recommended fluid may cause brake system damage. 1
2 Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount may vary during fluid changes.
3 Automatic transmissions that require Motorcraft MERCON LV transmission
fluid should only use Motorcraft MERCON LV transmission fluid.
Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission
damage.
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter at the correct service interval.
See Scheduled Maintenance (page 444).
4 Your engine has been designed to use engine oil that meets Ford specification.
It is also acceptable to use an engine oil of recommended viscosity grade that
displays the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines.
Do not use API S category oils labeled as SN, SM, SL or lower category unless
the label also display the API certification mark. These oils do not meet
requirements of your vehicle''s engine and emissions system.
5 Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, cleaners or other engine
treatments. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that is not
covered by Ford warranty.
6 Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.
7 WARNING
The A/C refrigerant system contains refrigerant R-134a under high pressure.
Opening the A/C refrigerant system can cause personal injury. A/C
refrigerant system is to be serviced only by qualified personnel. 337
MKZ (CC9) Capacities and Specifications

Oils, Fluids and Flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is a
normal operating characteristic and,
by itself, does not necessarily indicate
a concern or that the fluid needs to be
changed. However, a qualified expert,
such as the factory-trained
technicians at your dealership, should
inspect discolored fluids that also
show signs of overheating or foreign
material contamination immediately.
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. 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 and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if necessary. Parking brake for proper operation.
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MKZ (CC9) Scheduled Maintenance

Check every six months
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag and safety belt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
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. We recommend having the
following multi-point inspection
performed at every scheduled
maintenance interval to help make
sure your vehicle keeps running great. Multi-point inspection
Hazard warning system operation
Accessory drive belt(s)
Horn operation
Battery performance
Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hoses
Engine air filter
Suspension components for leaks ordamage
Exhaust system
Steering and linkage
Exterior lamps operation
Tires for wear and proper pressure **
Fluid levels *
; fill if necessary
Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
For oil and fluid leaks
Washer spray and wiper operation
Half-shaft dust boots
* Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission and window washer
** If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant
expiration Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
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MKZ (CC9) Scheduled Maintenance

W
Warning Lamps and Indicators.......98
Adaptive Cruise Control..........................98
Anti-Lock Braking System......................98
Battery........................................................... 98
Blind Spot Monitor....................................98
Brake System.............................................. 98
Cruise Control............................................. 99
Direction Indicator.....................................99
Door Ajar....................................................... 99
Electric Park Brake....................................99
Engine/Motor Coolant Temperature............................................ 99
Engine Oil...................................................... 99
Fasten Safety Belt.....................................99
Front Airbag................................................. 99
Grade Assist............................................... 100
Heads Up Display....................................100
High Beam.................................................. 100
Hood Ajar.................................................... 100
Lane Keeping Aid.....................................100
Low Fuel Level.......................................... 100
Low Tire Pressure Warning...................100
Low Washer Fluid....................................100
Parking Lamps.......................................... 100
Powertrain Fault.......................................100
Ready to Drive........................................... 100
Service Engine Soon................................101
Stability Control.........................................101
Stability Control Off.................................101
Stop Safely.................................................. 101
Trunk Ajar..................................................... 101
Washer Fluid Check...........................287
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior....................294
See: Wipers and Washers.......................79
Waxing...................................................295
Wheels and Tires...............................303 Technical Specifications.......................329
Windows and Mirrors..........................88
Windshield Washers
...........................80 Windshield Wipers
...............................79
Intermittent Wipe.......................................79
Speed Dependent Wipers.......................79
Wipers and Washers............................79
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