check transmission fluid LINCOLN MKZ HYBRID 2014 Owners Manual

Towing the Vehicle on Four
Wheels...................................................222
Driving Hints
Breaking-In................................................223
Economical Driving
..................................223
Driving Through Water...........................223
Floor Mats
..................................................224
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance...............................225
Hazard Warning Flashers
......................226
Fuel Shutoff...............................................226
Jump-Starting the Vehicle.....................226
Collision, Damage or Fire Event..........229
Post-Crash Alert System.........................231
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need
............232
In California (U.S. Only)
...........................233
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)....................234
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)......................235
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada...................................................235
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature................................................237
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)........................................................237
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)........................................................238
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart........................239
Changing a Fuse......................................249 Maintenance
General Information.................................251
Opening and Closing the Hood...........252
Under Hood Overview - 2.0L
Hybrid.....................................................252
Engine Oil Dipstick
..................................254
Engine Oil Check
.....................................254
Oil Change Indicator Reset
...................254
Engine Coolant Check...........................255
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check.....................................................259
Brake Fluid Check...................................260
Power Steering Fluid Check.................260
Washer Fluid Check
................................260
Fuel Filter
...................................................260
Changing the 12V Battery.....................260
Checking the Wiper Blades..................262
Changing the Wiper Blades..................262
Adjusting the Headlamps......................263
Changing a Bulb
......................................264
Bulb Specification Chart........................265
Changing the Engine Air Filter.............267
Vehicle Care
General Information
................................268
Cleaning Products...................................268
Cleaning the Exterior..............................268
Waxing........................................................269
Cleaning the Engine...............................269
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades.....................................................270
Cleaning the Interior...............................270
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens......................271
Cleaning Leather Seats
..........................272
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MKZ (CC9) Table of Contents

Low Tire Pressure Warning
Lights when your tire pressure
is low. If the lamp remains on
with the engine running or when
driving, check your tire pressure as soon
as possible.
To confirm the lamp is working, it will also
light momentarily when you switch on the
ignition. If it does not light when you switch
the ignition on, or it begins to flash at any
time, have an authorized dealer check the
system.
Low Washer Fluid Lights when the windshield
washer fluid is low.
Parking Lamps Lights when you switch on the
parking lamps.
Powertrain Fault Lights when your vehicle detects
a powertrain fault. Contact an
authorized dealer as soon as
possible. Note:
If your vehicle detects certain faults,
it will not allow you to operate the
accelerator pedal. If this happens, press
the brake pedal and release it. This will
activate limp home vehicle operation. In
limp home vehicle operation, your vehicle
will accelerate in a controlled manner up
to a maximum speed of 35 mph (56 km/h)
on a flat surface. If you apply the brake
pedal or move the transmission to neutral
(N) you can override your vehicle ’s
acceleration.
Ready to Drive Lights when you switch on your
vehicle and it is ready to drive.
A corresponding message may
display stating ready to drive, or if you
have not entered a charge point, you may
get a message regarding budget.
Service Engine Soon If the service engine soon
indicator light stays illuminated
after the engine is started, it
indicates that the On Board Diagnostics
system (OBD) has detected a malfunction
of the vehicle emissions control system.
Refer to On board diagnostics (OBD) in the
Fuel and Refueling chapter for more
information about servicing your vehicle.
See Emission Control System (page 164).
If the light is blinking, the engine is
misfiring. This could damage your catalytic
converter. Drive in a moderate fashion
(avoid heavy acceleration and
deceleration) and have your vehicle
serviced immediately.
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When this occurs the vehicle will still
operate. However:
•
The engine power will be limited.
• The air conditioning system will be
disabled.
Continued operation will increase the
engine temperature and the engine will
completely shut down, causing steering
and braking effort to increase.
Once the engine temperature cools, the
engine can be re-started. Take your
vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon
as possible to minimize engine damage.
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated WARNINGS
Fail-safe mode is for use during
emergencies only. Operate the
vehicle in fail-safe mode only as long as
necessary to bring the vehicle to rest in a
safe location and seek immediate repairs.
When in fail-safe mode, the vehicle will
have limited power, will not be able to
maintain high-speed operation, and may
completely shut down without warning,
potentially losing engine power, power
steering assist, and power brake assist,
which may increase the possibility of a
crash resulting in serious injury. Never remove the coolant reservoir
cap while the engine is running or
hot. Note:
Driving the vehicle without repairing
the engine problem increases the chance
of engine damage. Take your vehicle to
an authorized dealer as soon as possible. You have limited engine power when in
the fail-safe mode, so drive the vehicle
with caution. The vehicle will not be able
to maintain high-speed operation and the
engine will run rough. Remember that the
engine is capable of completely shutting
down automatically to prevent engine
damage, therefore:
1. Pull off the road as soon as safely
possible and turn off the engine.
2. Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to an authorized dealer.
3. If this is not possible, wait a short period for the engine to cool.
4. Check the coolant level and replenish
if low.
5. Re-start the engine and take your vehicle to an authorized dealer.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FLUID CHECK
Note: Transmission fluid should be
checked by an authorized dealer. If
required, fluid should be added by an
authorized dealer.
The automatic transmission does not have
a transmission fluid dipstick.
Have an authorized dealer check and
change the transmission fluid at the
correct service interval. See Scheduled
Maintenance (page 412). Your
transmission does not consume fluid.
However, the fluid level should be
checked if the transmission is not working
properly, (i.e., if the transmission slips or
shifts slowly) or if you notice some sign of
fluid leakage.
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Do not use supplemental transmission fluid
additives, treatments or cleaning agents.
The use of these materials may affect
transmission operation and result in
damage to internal transmission
components.
BRAKE FLUID CHECK
Fluid levels between the MIN and MAX
lines are within the normal operating
range; there is no need to add fluid. If the
fluid levels are outside of the normal
operating range, the performance of the
system could be compromised; seek
service from your authorized dealer
immediately.
POWER STEERING FLUID CHECK
Your vehicle is equipped with an electric
power steering (EPS) system. There is no
fluid reservoir to check or fill.
WASHER FLUID CHECK
WARNING
If you operate your vehicle in
temperatures below 40°F (5°C), use
washer fluid with antifreeze protection.
Failure to use washer fluid with antifreeze
protection in cold weather could result in
impaired windshield vision and increase
the risk of injury or accident. Note:
The front and rear washer systems
are supplied from the same reservoir. Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is
low. Only use a washer fluid that meets
Ford specifications. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 302).
State or local regulations on volatile
organic compounds may restrict the use
of methanol, a common windshield washer
antifreeze additive. Washer fluids
containing non-methanol antifreeze agents
should be used only if they provide cold
weather protection without damaging the
vehicle ’s paint finish, wiper blades or
washer system.
FUEL FILTER
Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetime
fuel filter that is integrated with the fuel
tank. Regular maintenance or replacement
is not needed.
CHANGING THE 12V BATTERY WARNINGS
Batteries normally produce explosive
gases which can cause personal
injury. Therefore, do not allow flames,
sparks or lighted substances to come near
the battery. When working near the
battery, always shield your face and
protect your eyes. Always provide proper
ventilation. When lifting a plastic-cased battery,
excessive pressure on the end walls
could cause acid to flow through the vent
caps, resulting in personal injury and
damage to the vehicle or battery. Lift the
battery with a battery carrier or with your
hands on opposite corners.
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2. Shift the transmission into P.
3. Turn off all accessories.
4. Step on the brake pedal and start the
vehicle.
5. Run the engine until it reaches normal
operating temperature. While the
engine is warming up, complete the
following: Reset the clock. See Audio
System (page 309). Reset the power
windows bounce-back feature. See
Windows and Mirrors (page 83). Reset
the radio station presets.
See Audio
System (page 309).
6. Allow the engine to idle for at least one
minute. If the engine turns off, step on
the accelerator to start the engine.
7. While the engine is running, step on the brake pedal and shift the
transmission to N.
8. Allow the engine to run for at least one
minute by pressing on the accelerator
pedal.
9. Drive the vehicle at least 10 miles (16 kilometers) to completely relearn the
idle and fuel trim strategy.
Note: If you do not allow the engine to
relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy, the
idle quality of your vehicle may be
adversely affected until the engine
computer eventually relearns the idle trim
and fuel trim strategy.
Note: Always dispose of automotive
batteries in a responsible manner. Follow
your local authorized standards for
disposal. Call your local authorized
recycling center to find out more about
recycling automotive batteries. Note:
It is recommended that the negative
battery cable terminal be disconnected
from the battery if you plan to store your
vehicle for an extended period of time.
CHECKING THE WIPER BLADES Run the tip of your fingers over the edge
of the blade to check for roughness.
Clean the wiper blades with washer fluid
or water applied with a soft sponge or
cloth.
CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES
The wiper arms can be manually moved
when the ignition is off. This allows for
ease of blade replacement and cleaning
under the blades.
1. Pull the wiper blade and arm away
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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 tir\
e sealant expiration
Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
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A
A/C
See: Climate Control......................................124
About This Manual........................................7 Protecting the Environment.............................7
ABS See: Brakes......................................................174
ABS driving hints See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes...........................................................175
Accessories...............................................389 Exterior style...................................................389
Interior style....................................................389
Lifestyle............................................................389
Peace of mind................................................389
Accessories See: Replacement Parts
Recommendation.........................................12
ACC See: Using Adaptive Cruise Control..........192
Active Park Assist.....................................184
Automatic Steering into Parking
Space............................................................185
Deactivating the Park Assist Feature........186
Troubleshooting the System.......................
186
Using Active Park Assist...............................184
Adaptive Headlamps.................................80
Adjusting the Headlamps......................263 Horizontal Aim Adjustment.........................264
Vertical Aim Adjustment..............................263
Adjusting the Steering Wheel.................70 Power Tilt and Telescope Steering
Column...........................................................70
AFS See: Adaptive Headlamps.............................80
Airbag Disposal
...........................................47
Air Conditioning See: Climate Control......................................124
Alarm See: Anti-Theft Alarm......................................68 Anti-Theft Alarm
..........................................68
Arming the Alarm.............................................68
Disarming the Alarm.......................................68
Appendices................................................391
Audible Warnings and Indicators...........95 Headlamps On Warning Chime...................
95
Key in Ignition Warning Chime.....................95
Keyless Warning Alert.....................................95
Parking Brake On Warning Chime..............96
Audio Control
...............................................71
Seek, Next or Previous....................................71
Audio System............................................309 General Information......................................309
Audio unit - Vehicles With: Premium AM/FM/CD...............................................310
Autolamps.....................................................77
Automatic Climate Control
.....................124
Automatic High Beam Control................79 Activating the System.....................................80
Manually Overriding the System.................
80
Automatic Transmission
..........................170
Brake-Shift Interlock Override.....................172
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or Snow..............................................................173
Push Button Shift Transmission..................
170
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check.......................................................259
Autowipers...................................................74
Auxiliary Power Points.............................144 110 Volt AC Power Point................................144
12 Volt DC Power Point.................................144
Locations...........................................................144
B
Blind Spot Information System.............205 Blind Spot Information System (BLIS®) with
Cross Traffic Alert.....................................205
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood.......252
Booster Seats
..............................................24
Types of Booster Seats..................................25
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