Lincoln 2009 MKZ User Manual

Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 10Warning lights and chimes 10Gauges 14Entertainment Systems 16AM/FM stereo with CDX6/MP3 16Auxiliary input jack (Lin

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESWarning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause extensive repairs. A wa

If the key was not successfully programmed, it will not start yourvehicle’s engine and/or will not operate the remote entry features. Thetheft indicat

• Press the 7 • 8 and 9 • 0controls on the keyless entry padat the same time to lock thedoors (driver’s door must beclosed).There is a 20 second count

SEATINGWARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant toslide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personalinjuries in the event o

To adjust the head restraint, do the following:1. Adjust the seatback to an upright driving/riding position.2. Raise the head restraint bypulling up o

To remove the adjustable head restraint, do the following:1. Pull up the head restraint until itreaches the highest adjustmentposition.2. Simultaneous

WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of acrash, head restraints must be installed properly.Adjusting the front power seatWARNING:

The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion.Move the switch in the direction ofthe arrows to raise or lower thefront portion of th

Using the power lumbar supportThe power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat.Press one side of the control toadjust firmness.Pre

Heated and cooled seatsHeated seatsWARNING: Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skinbecause of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal

If the engine falls below 350 RPMs while the cooled seats are on, thefeature will turn itself off and will need to be reactivated.Climate controlled s

WARNING: Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhausttemperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuelsystem, interior floor coverings

To install a filter:• First, position the filter in it’shousing making sure that the farforward end is all the way up inthe housing. Then push in on t

Fold the seatback(s) down.WARNING: Before returning the seatback to its originalposition, make sure that cargo or any objects are not trappedbehind th

Seat-mounted cup holders and armrest storage compartmentYour vehicle may be equipped withcup holders in the rear seat armrest.To access the cup holder

How does the Personal Safety System™ work?The Personal Safety System™ can adapt the deployment strategy of yourvehicle’s safety devices according to c

to the airbag when it begins to inflate. For some occupants, this occursbecause they are initially sitting very close to the airbag. For otheroccupant

Front safety belt energy management retractorsThe front outboard safety belt energy management retractors allowwebbing to be pulled out of the retract

WARNING: Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lapwhile the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect thechild from injury in a colli

Combination lap and shoulder belts1. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckle closest tothe direction the tongue is comingfrom) until

All safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulderbelts. All of the passenger combination lap and shoulder belts have twotypes of l

When to use the automatic locking modeIn this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt willstill retract to remove any slack in t

Airbag readiness: If this light failsto illuminate when the ignition isturned on, continues to flash orremains on, have the systemserviced immediately

Safety belt height adjustmentYour vehicle has safety belt heightadjustments at the front outboardseating positions. Adjust the heightof the shoulder b

Conditions of operationIf... Then...The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the onposition...The safety belt war

The Belt-Minder威 feature uses two different warning chimes. During thefirst minute of activation, the warning chime will sound once everysecond. The r

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts(All statistics based on U.S. data):Reasons given... Consider...“Crashes are ra

Reasons given... Consider...“I have an airbag” Airbags offer greater protection whenused with safety belts. Frontal airbagsare not designed to inflate

The driver and front passenger Belt-Minder威 features can bedeactivated/activated by performing the following procedure:Before following the procedure,

AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)Important supplemental restraint system precautionsAirbags DO NOT inflate slowly orgently and the risk of in

WARNING: Never place your arm over the airbag module as adeploying airbag can result in serious arm fractures or otherinjuries.Steps you can take to p

Children and airbagsChildren must always be properlyrestrained. Accident statisticssuggest that children are safer whenproperly restrained in the rear

The airbags inflate and deflaterapidly upon activation. After airbagdeployment, it is normal to notice asmoke-like, powdery residue orsmell the burnt

Speed control: Illuminates whenthe speed control is engaged. Turnsoff when the speed control systemis disengaged.O/D off: Illuminates when theoverdriv

• a readiness light and tone• and the electrical wiring which connects the components• Side curtain airbag system. Refer to Side curtain airbag system

The front passenger sensing system will turn off the passenger seat sideairbag if:• the seat is empty and safety belt is unbuckled.• a child or a smal

• Have the person sit upright in the seat, centered on the seat cushion,with the person’s legs comfortably extended.• Restart the vehicle and have the

ObjectsPass Airbag OffIndicator LampPassenger AirbagSmall (i.e. three-ringbinder, small purse,bottled water)Unlit DisabledMedium (i.e. heavybriefcase,

In case there is a problem with thefront passenger sensing system, theairbag readiness light in theinstrument cluster will stay lit.If the airbag read

A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following:• The readiness light (same lightfor front and side airbag system)will eithe

How does the side airbag system work?The design and development of the side airbag system includedrecommended testing procedures that were developed b

WARNING: Several air bag system components get hot afterinflation. Do not touch them after inflation.WARNING: If the sideairbag has deployed, theairba

Side curtain airbag systemWARNING: Do not placeobjects or mount equipmenton or near the headliner at thesiderail that may come intocontact with a depl

How does the side air curtain system work?The design and development of theside air curtain system includedrecommended testing proceduresthat were dev

GAUGESSpeedometer: Indicates thecurrent vehicle speed.Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolanttemperature. At normal operatingtempera

passenger seat or an unbuckled child or small person in the passengerseat. The air curtain was designed to inflate between the side windowarea and occ

Any difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of thefollowing:• The readiness light (same light as used for front airbag system) willeith

Recommendations for Safety Restraints for ChildrenChild size, height, weight, or ageRecommendedrestraint typeInfantsortoddlersChildren weighing 40 lb

Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for childrenRestraintTypeChildWeightUse any attachment method as indicatedbelow by “X”LATCH(lowe

WARNING: Always carefully follow the instructions andwarnings provided by the manufacturer of any child restraint todetermine if the restraint device

Transporting childrenAlways make sure your child is secured properly in a device that isappropriate for their age, height and weight. All children are

When installing a child safety seat:• Review and follow the informationpresented in the Airbagsupplemental restraint system(SRS) section in this chapt

Perform the following steps when installing the child seat withcombination lap/shoulder belts:Note: Although the child seat illustrated is a forward f

4. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckle closest tothe direction the tongue is comingfrom) for that seating position untilyou hear

9. Attach the tether strap (if thechild seat is equipped). Refer toAttaching child safety seats withtether straps later in this chapter.10. Before pla

Fuel gauge: Indicatesapproximately how much fuel is leftin the fuel tank (when the ignitionis in the on position). The fuelgauge may vary slightly whe

Your vehicle has LATCH loweranchors for child seat installation atthe seating positions marked withthe child seat symbol.The LATCH anchors are located

WARNING: The standardized spacing for LATCH lower anchorsis 280 mm (11 inches) center to center. Do not use LATCHlower anchors for the center seating

The tether strap anchors in yourvehicle are in the following positions(shown from top view):Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anc

4. Clip the tether strap to theanchor as shown.If the tether strap is clippedincorrectly, the child safety seat maynot be retained properly in theeven

When children should use booster seatsChildren need to use booster seats from the time they outgrow thetoddler seat until they are big enough for the

Types of booster seatsThere are generally two types of belt-positioning booster seats: backlessand high back. Always use booster seats in conjunction

Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster thatkeeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across thestomach, a

Move a child to a different seating location if the shoulder belt does notstay positioned on the shoulder during use.Follow all instructions provided

INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADINGTire Quality Grades apply to newpneumatic passenger car tires. TheQuality grades can be found whereappli

WARNING: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based onstraight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not includeacceleration, cornering, hydro

AUDIO SYSTEMSPremium/Audiophile AM/FM in-dash six CD/MP3 satellitecompatible sound system (if equipped)WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in

Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increasethe tire’s load carrying capability.• kPa: Kilopascal, a metric unit of air pr

WARNING: Under-inflation is the most common cause of tirefailures and may result in severe tire cracking, tread separationor ⬙blowout⬙, with unexpecte

Note: If you have to drive a distance to get air for your tire(s), checkand record the tire pressure first and add the appropriate air pressurewhen yo

Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wearabnormally. Inspect all your tires, including the spare, frequently, andreplace them

U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)Both U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers toplace standardized information on the s

WARNING: When mounting replacement tires and wheels, youshould not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on thesidewall of the tire to set the beads w

• Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parkingWARNING: If your vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., donot rapidly spin the

• Front Wheel Drive (FWD)/AllWheel Drive (AWD) vehicles(front tires at top of diagram)Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the t

Information on “P” type tiresP215/65R15 95H is an example of atire size, load index and speedrating. The definitions of theseitems are listed below. (

Note: You may not find this information on all tires because it is notrequired by federal law.Letter rating Speed rating - mph (km/h)M 81 mph (130 km/

THX: Your vehicle may be equippedwith the THX威 II certified premiumaudio system. This system createsoptimal acoustic quality for allseating positions

12. Treadwear, Traction and Temperature Grades• Treadwear: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on thewear rate of the tire when tested u

Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” typetires“LT” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires;

Information on “T” type tires“T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below:T145/8

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)Each tire, including the spare (ifprovided), should be checkedmonthly when cold and inflated tothe inflation pre

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System complies with part 15 of the FCCrules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing tw

Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)The Tire Pressure Monitoring System measures pressure in your fourroad tires and sends the ti

When you believe your system is not operating properlyThe main function of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is to warn youwhen your tires need air.

Low Tire PressureWarning LightPossible cause Customer Action RequiredFlashing WarningLightSpare tire in use Your temporary spare tire is inuse. Repair

any tire is under-inflated, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearestlocation where air can be added to the tires. Inflate all the tires to therecomm

Payload – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that thevehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be foundon the Tire Lab

: If your vehicle is equipped with SYNC, press to access SYNCPHONE features. Refer to your SYNC supplement. for furtherinformation. If your vehicle is

Example only:Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight,including cargo and optional equipment.GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowableweight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). Thesenumbers are shown on the S

WARNING: Do not use replacement tires with lower loadcarrying capacities than the original tires because they maylower the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR lim

• A final example for your vehicle with 1400 lb. (635 kg) of cargo andluggage capacity. You and one of your friends decide to pick upcement from the l

Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles:Do not tow the vehicle with the front drive wheels on the ground ortransmission damage may occur. It is recommended t

STARTINGPositions of the ignition1. Off— locks the gearshift leverand allows key removal. Thisposition also shuts the engine andall electrical accesso

WARNING: Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or inother enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always openthe garage door before you sta

• Make sure the gearshift is in P(Park).3. Turn the key to 3 (on) withoutturning the key to 4 (start).Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See

2. Turn the key to 4 (start), then release the key as soon as the enginebegins cranking. Your vehicle has a computer assisted cranking systemthat assi

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not useyour heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged(cheater) adapters.Prior to us

• DELETE ALL SONGS: Press OK to delete all song’s from thesystem’s memory. The display will read ARE YOU SURE ? Press OK toconfirm deletion of all sav

How to use the engine block heaterEnsure the receptacle terminals are clean and dry prior to use. To cleanthem, use a dry cloth.Depending on the type

ABS warning lampThe ABS lamp in the instrumentcluster momentarily illuminateswhen the ignition is turned on. Ifthe light does not illuminate duringsta

WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make surethat the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park).WARNING: If the parking brake is fully rel

WARNING: If a failure has been detected within theAdvanceTrac威 system, the ⬙sliding car⬙ icon will illuminatesteadily. Verify that the AdvanceTrac威 sy

When an event occurs that activates AdvanceTrac威 you may experiencethe following:• A slight deceleration of the vehicle• The “sliding car”indicator li

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)Electronic Stability Control (ESC) may enhance your vehicle’s directionalstability during adverse maneuvers, for exa

AdvanceTrac威 FeaturesButton functions“Sliding car”iconESCTractionControlDefault at start-upIlluminatedduring bulbcheckEnabled EnabledButton pressedmom

The Traction Control™ switch islocated on the instrument panel.The Traction Control™ system willautomatically turn on every time theignition is turned

If the steering wanders or pulls, check for:• an improperly inflated tire• uneven tire wear• loose or worn suspension components• loose or worn steeri

WARNING: Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that thebrakelamps are working.WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make surethe gearsh

Seating and Safety Restraints 102Seating 102Safety restraints 112Airbags 126Child restraints 141Tires, Wheels and Loading 158Tire information 158Tire

When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1will begin playing. If there are less than six strong stations, the systemwi

To put your vehicle in P (Park):• Come to a complete stop• Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P (Park)WARNING: Always set the parking b

• O/D OFF lamp in the instrumentcluster is illuminated.• To return to O/D (overdrive mode), press the transmission controlswitch. The O/D OFF lamp in

WARNING: To help avoid personal injury, always use cautionwhen in R (Reverse) and when using the RSS.WARNING: This system is not designed to prevent c

the driver to disable the system only when the ignition is on and thegear selector is in R (Reverse). Refer to Message center in the DriverControls ch

Under severe operating conditions, the A/C may cycle on and off toprotect overheating of the engine.Basic operating principles• Drive slower in strong

WARNING: If the parking brake is fully released, but the brakewarning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not beworking properly. See your author

Under severe operating conditions, the A/C may cycle on and off toprotect overheating of the engine.Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can

“Tread Lightly” is an educationalprogram designed to increase publicawareness of land-use regulationsand responsibilities in our nationswilderness are

Driving on snow and iceNote: Excessive tire slippage can cause transmission damage.AWD vehicles have advantages over 2WD vehicles in snow and ice butc

DRIVING THROUGH WATERIf driving through deep or standingwater is unavoidable, proceed veryslowly especially when the depth isnot known. Never drive th

OK: Use in various menu selections.Your vehicle may be equipped with SYNC, a system which has specialphone and media features. For further information

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCEGetting roadside assistanceTo fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadside

Canadian customers refer to your Customer Information Guidefor information on:• coverage period• exact fuel amounts• towing of your disabled vehicle•

FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCHThis device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the enginewhen your vehicle has had a substantial jolt.After an

Standard fuse amperage rating and colorCOLORFuseratingMinifusesStandardfusesMaxifusesCartridgemaxifusesFuse linkcartridge2A Grey Grey — — —3A Violet V

The fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits1 10A Backup lamps, Electrochromaticmirror2 20A Horns3 15A Battery sa

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits13 7.5A Cluster, Analog clock, Climatecontrol head units14 15A Washer pump15 20A Cigar lighter16 15A

WARNING: To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replacethe cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting thebattery or refilling fluid r

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits9 20A** Wipers10 30A** ABS Valves11 30A** Passenger heated/cooled seat12 30A** Driver heated/cooled

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits37 1A* One Touch Integrated Start(OTIS) diode38 — Not used39 — Not used40 — Not used41 Relay Fog lam

Have a flat serviced by an authorized dealer in order to prevent damageto the TPMS sensors, refer to Tire pressure monitoring system(TPMS) in the Tire

11. SEEK: In radio or CDmode: Press to access the previousstrong station or track.In satellite radio mode (if equipped), pressSEEK to seek to theprevi

When driving with one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above, do not:• Exceed 50 mph (80 km/h)• Load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load ratin

When driving with the full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel additionalcaution should be given to:• Towing a trailer• Driving vehicles equipped with a

Tire change procedureWARNING: To help prevent the vehicle from moving when youchange a tire, be sure the parking brake is set, then block (inboth dire

3. Put the jack in the jack locatornext to the tire you are changing.Turn the jack handle clockwise untilthe wheel is completely off theground.Note: T

7. Remove the jack and fully tightenthe lug nuts in the order shown.Refer to Wheel lug nut torquespecifications later in this chapterfor the proper lu

WARNING: When a wheel is installed, always remove anycorrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mountingsurfaces of the wheel or the surface

Preparing your vehicleWhen the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, theautomatic transmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a

2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+)terminal of the assisting battery.3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negat

4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposedmetal part of the stalled vehicle’s engine, away from the battery and thecarbureto

Removing the jumper cablesRemove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected.1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surfa

15. AUX: Press repeatedly to accessSAT1, SAT2 and SAT3 (Satelliteradio mode, if equipped), LINE IN(Auxiliary audio mode) or SYNC (late availability -

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the boostervehicle’s battery.4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of

WRECKER TOWINGIf you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, y

Emergency towingIn case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without accessto wheel dollies, car hauling trailer, or flatbed transport veh

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEEDWarranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorizedFord, Lincoln, or Mercury dealer. While any authorized

In Canada:Mailing Address (Ford vehicles)Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4Teleph

In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to the BBBAUTO LINE before taking action under the Magnuson-Moss WarrantyAct, or to the ext

THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM(U.S. ONLY)Your satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer.If a warranty con

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM(CANADA ONLY)For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those caseswhere you continue to fee

If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at thetime of purchasing your vehicle, you may still be eligible. Since thisinformatio

ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURETo order the publications in this portfolio, contact Helm, Incorporated at:HELM, INCORPORATEDP.O. Box 07150Detro

Your vehicle is equipped with anAuxiliary Input Jack (AIJ). TheAuxiliary Input Jack provides a wayto connect your portable musicplayer to the in-vehic

To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424–9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov;or write to:

WASHING THE EXTERIORWash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralpH shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A), which is

WAXING• Wash the vehicle first.• Do not use waxes that contain abrasives; use Motorcraft PremiumLiquid Wax (ZC-53-A), which is available from your aut

ENGINEEngines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirtbuildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing:• Take care when

PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTSUse only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailable from your authorized dealer.• For r

INSTRUMENT PANEL/INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENSClean the instrument panel, interior trim areas and cluster lens with aclean and damp white cotton clot

• If a ring forms on the fabric after spot cleaning, clean the entire areaimmediately (but do not oversaturate) or the ring will set.• Do not use hous

FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTSYour Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many qualityproducts available to clean your vehicle and

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONSTo help you service your vehicle, we provide scheduled maintenanceinformation which makes tracking routine service easy.If your

OPENING THE HOOD1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under thebottom of the instrument panel nearthe steering column.2. Go to th

Troubleshooting:1. Do not connect the audio input jack to a line level output. Line leveloutputs are intended for connection to a home stereo and are

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT1. Power steering fluid reservoir2. Transmission fluid dipstick3. Brake fluid reservoir4. Battery5. Po

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUIDAdd fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely.Only use a washer

CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES1. Pull the wiper arm away from thevehicle. Turn the blade at an anglefrom the wiper arm. Push the lockpin manually to releas

6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insertthe dipstick fully, then remove itagain.• If the oil level is within thisrange, the oil level is acceptable.DO NOT A

• If required, add engine oil to theengine. Refer to Adding engineoil in this chapter.• Do not overfill the enginewith oil. Oil levels above thismark

Engine oil and filter recommendationsLook for this certificationtrademark.Use SAE 5W-20 engine oilOnly use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by th

BATTERYYour vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintenance-free batterywhich normally does not requireadditional water during its life ofservice.If

WARNING: Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteriescontain sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.Shield your eyes when work

• Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recyclin

When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir.• The engine coolant should be at the “FULL COLD” level or within the“CO

Your vehicle may be equipped with aUSB port inside your center console.This feature allows you to plug inmedia playing devices, memorysticks, and also

• Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant or equivalentmeeting Ford specification WSS-M97B51-A1. Refer toMaintenance product specifications and cap

3. Step back while the pressure releases.4. When you are sure that all the pressure has been released, use thecloth to turn it counterclockwise and re

Severe climatesIf you drive in extremely cold climates (less than –34°F [–36°C]):• It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentrationabove 50%.

If the engine reaches a preset over-temperature condition, the enginewill automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation. Each disabledcylinde

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELSImportant safety precautionsWARNING: Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in anoverfilled tank may c

• Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes. If fuel is splashed in the eyes,remove contact lenses (if worn), flush with water for 15 minutes andseek med

Use the following guidelines to avoid electrostatic charge build-up whenfilling an ungrounded fuel container:• Place approved fuel container on the gr

WARNING: The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuelfiller cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, waituntil it stops before compl

Do not add aftermarket fuel additive products to your fuel tank. Itshould not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fueltank if you con

ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMYMeasuring techniquesYour best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, thedriver. You must gather inform

CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in(12 cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technicalincompatibility, certain recordable and re

Calculating fuel economy1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading(in miles or kilometers).2. Each time you fill the tan

• You may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain ifunnecessary shifting between the top gears occurs. Unnecessaryshifting of this type co

EPA fuel economy estimatesEvery new vehicle should have a window sticker containing EPA fueleconomy estimates. Contact your authorized dealer if the w

WARNING: Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful andpotentially lethal fumes into the passenger compartment.Do not make any unauthorized changes

If the Service engine soon indicator remains on, have your vehicleserviced at the first available opportunity. Although some malfunctionsdetected by t

POWER STEERING FLUIDRefer to the scheduled maintenance information for the serviceinterval schedules.1. Start the engine and let it rununtil it reache

TRANSMISSION FLUIDChecking 6–speed automatic transmission fluidRefer to your scheduled maintenance information for scheduledintervals for fluid checks

Checking automatic transmission fluid at cool temperature(59°F-77°F [15°C-25°C])If a fluid check is necessary at a lowfluid temperature (59°F-77°F[15°

If an overfill occurs, excess fluid should be removed by an authorizeddealer.An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and/orengagem

6. Replace the air filter housingcover and secure the clamps. Besure that the air cleaner cover tabsare engaged into the slots of the aircleaner housi

SIRIUS satellite radio service: SIRIUS Satellite Radio is a subscriptionbased satellite radio service that broadcasts music, sports, news andentertain

MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIESItem Capacity Ford part nameFord part number /Ford specificationBrake fluidBetween MIN andMAX on rese

Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number /Ford specificationAutomatic transmissionfluid7.4 quarts (7.0L)3Motorcraft PremiumAutomatic TransmissionF

ENGINE DATAEngine 3.5L-DOHC V6 engineDisplacement 3.5LRequired fuel 87 octaneFiring order 1–4–2–5–3–6Spark plug gap 0.052–0.056 inch (1.32–1.42 mm)Ign

IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLESafety Compliance Certification LabelThe National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations requirethat a Safety Compli

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the followinginformation:1. World manufacturer identifier2. Brake system / Gross VehicleWeight Rating

GENUINE LINCOLN ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLEA wide selection of Genuine Lincoln Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local Lincoln o

Peace of mindRemote startVehicle security systemsWheel locksFor maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information inmind when adding accesso

AAccessory delay ...58AdvanceTrac ...192Air cleaner filter ...278–279Air conditioning ..

waxing ...242wheels ...242wiper blades ...244Climate con

Fluid capacities ...280Foglamps ...38Four-Wheel Drive vehiclesdriving off road ...

Radio Display Condition Action RequiredINVALID CHNL Channel no longeravailable.This previously availablechannel is no longeravailable. Tune to another

Keys ...80, 98positions of the ignition ...185LLampsautolamp system ...37bulb replacemen

Relays ...212Remote entry system ...88–89illuminated entry ...93–94locking/unlocking doors .

tire grades ...159treadwear ...158, 163Towing...183recreational t

Maintenance and Specifications 248Engine compartment 250Engine oil 252Battery 256Engine coolant 258Fuel information 264Air filter(s) 278Part numbers 2

Radio Display Condition Action RequiredUPDATING _ XX Update of channelprogramming inprogress. The XXnumber indicatesthe % complete.No action required.

DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (DATC) SYSTEMWITH HEATED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius,refer

6. Recirculation control: Press to engage/disengage. Used tomanually enable or disable recirculated air operation. When activated,recirculates air in

Dual Automatic Temperature Control (DATC) system with heatedand cooled seats (if equipped)Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Cel

7. Airflow direction control: Press to toggle through the airdistribution modes listed below. The selected mode will illuminate in thedisplay.: Distri

16. AUTO: Press to engage automatic temperature control. Use thetemperature control to select the desired temperature setting. Thesystem will automati

In MAX A/C setting:• Select the coolest temperature setting.• Set highest fan speed initially, then adjust to maintain comfort.In(panel) or (panel/flo

HEADLAMP CONTROLTurns the lamps off.Turns on the parking lamps,instrument panel lamps, licenseplate lamps and tail lamps.Turns the low beam headlampso

3. Turn the ignition switch to on and then back to off.4. Turn the headlamp switch to the autolamp position. The headlampswill turn on.5. Wait the des

High beamsPush the lever toward theinstrument panel to activate. Pullthe lever towards you to deactivate.Flash to passPull toward you slightly to acti

CONGRATULATIONSCongratulations on acquiring your new Lincoln. Please take the time toget well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. T

Note: If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery isinstalled, the dimmer switch requires re-calibration. Rotate the dimmerswitch fro

5. Locate the vertical adjuster oneach headlamp. Using a Phillips #2screwdriver, turn the adjuster eitherclockwise (to adjust down) orcounterclockwise

Your vehicle may also have readinglamps within the rear dome lamp(s).Press the switches on either side ofthe dome lamp to turn on thelamps.BULB REPLAC

Function Number of bulbsTradenumberHeadlamp high beam 2 H7Headlamp low beam 2H11LL (D1S[HID]optional)Front park/turn signallamp23457AK(amber)Front red

Replacing exterior bulbsCheck the operation of all the bulbs frequently.Replacing headlamp bulbsHighbeam bulb replacement1. Make sure headlamp switch

8. From the 15 degree position, rotate the bulb socket clockwise to alocked position.9. Tuck the two lead wires into the lamp housing to assure that t

7. Reach over the front bolster in the engine area and, with a tool ifnecessary, bring the bulb socket upwards into an unobstructed area toreplace the

Replacing redundant park bulbs1. Make sure headlamp switch is in the off position, then open the hood.2. Remove screw from oval splashshield access pa

Replacing primary park/turn signal bulbs1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position, then open thehood.2. Reach over the front bolster.3.

Replacing stop/tail/turn and side marker bulbsYour vehicle is equipped with a rear lamp that has a stop/tail/turn andside marker lamp module containin

Warning symbols on your vehicleWhen you see this symbol, it isimperative that you consult therelevant section of this guide beforetouching or attempti

Replacing backup lamp/redundant tail lamp bulbsThe backup lamp and redundant tail lamp bulbs are located in the trunklid. Follow the same steps to rep

Replacing license plate lamp bulbs1. Make sure the headlamp switch isin the off position.2. Remove the two screws from thelicense plate lamp assembly.

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVERWindshield wiper: Rotate the endof the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease the

TILT/TELESCOPE STEERING WHEELTo adjust the steering wheel:1. Pull the lever down to unlock thesteering column.2. While the lever is in the downpositio

OVERHEAD CONSOLEThe appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according toyour option package.Storage compartmentPress on the rear edge

CLOCKPress the right (+) control to movethe time display forwards.Press the left (-) control to movethe time display backwards.AUXILIARY POWER POINT (

Cigar/Cigarette lighter(if equipped)Do not plug optional electricalaccessories into the cigarette lightersocket. Push the door to access thelighter.Do

Express down (One Touch Down, Front windows only)Allows the driver and passenger’swindow to open fully withoutholding the control down. Push theswitch

Window lockThe window lock feature allows onlythe driver and front passenger tooperate the power windows.To lock out all the window controls(except fo

Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harshabrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products.Note: If equipped with a Reverse

SPECIAL NOTICESNew Vehicle Limited WarrantyFor a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered byyour vehicle’s New Vehicle Limited

Heated mirrorsBoth mirrors are heatedautomatically to remove ice, mistand fog when the rear windowdefrost is activated.Note: With the Auto dimmingfeat

3. Press the SET + or SET - controland release it.4. Take your foot off the acceleratorpedal.5. The indicatorlight on theinstrument cluster will turn

Increasing speed while using speed controlThere are two ways to set a higherspeed:• Press and hold the SET + controluntil you get to the desiredspeed,

Turning off speed controlThere are two ways to turn off the speed control:• Depress the brake pedal. This willnot erase your vehicle’spreviously set s

In any mode:• Press VOL + or VOL - to adjustthe volume.Navigation system hands freecontrol features (if equipped)Press and holdcontrol brieflyuntil th

Navigation system/SYNC handsfree control features(if equipped)Presscontrol briefly until thevoiceicon appears on theNavigation display to use the voic

To close the moon roof:The moon roof is equipped with an automatic, one-touch, express closingfeature. Press and release the front portion of the cont

HOMELINK姞 WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)The HomeLink威 Wireless ControlSystem, located on the driver’s visor,provides a convenient way toreplace

1. Position the end of yourhand-held transmitter 1–3 inches(2–8 cm) away from the HomeLink威button you wish to program (locatedon your visor) while kee

Gate Operator & Canadian ProgrammingDuring programming, yourhand-held transmitter mayautomatically stop transmitting —not allowing enough time for

• how fast the vehicle was traveling; and• where the driver was positioning the steering wheel.To access this information, special equipment must be d

Erasing HomeLink姞 buttonsTo erase the three programmedbuttons (individual buttons cannotbe erased):• Press and hold the two outerHomeLink威 buttons unt

Selectable featuresResetPress this control to select and resetfunctions shown in the INFO menuand SETUP menu.Info menuThis control displays the follow

Average fuel economy (AFE)Select this function from the INFOmenu to display your average fueleconomy in miles/gallon orliters/100 km.If you calculate

Compass displaySelect this function from the INFO menu. Press the INFO buttonrepeatedly until the Compass and Odometer are displayed. (Do notselect Tr

4. Determine your magnetic zone byreferring to the zone map.5. Press and hold the RESET untilthe message center display changesto show the current zon

Setup menuPress this control for the followingdisplays:• System Check• Units (English/Metric)• Language• Easy entry/exit seat• Reverse sensing system

Units (English/Metric)1. Select this function from theSETUP menu for the current unitsto be displayed.2. Press the RESET control tochange from English

1. Select this function from theSETUP menu to disable the reversesensing system feature.2. Press the RESET control to turnthe rear park assist OFF. Wh

Warnings StatusCheck park aid Warning returns after the ignition keyis turned from off to onLow brake fluidLow tire pressureTire pressure monitor faul

TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT — Displayed when the TirePressure Monitoring System is malfunctioning. If the warning stays on orcontinues to come on, hav

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.Vehicle Symbol GlossarySafety AlertSee Owner’s GuideFasten Safety Belt Airbag - FrontAirbag

KEYSYour vehicle is equipped with twoIntegrated Keyhead Transmitters(IKTs). The IKT functions as both aprogrammed ignition key thatoperates all the lo

Recommended handling of the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter(IKT)To avoid inadvertently activating the remote entry functions of yourvehicle, it is reco

POWER DOOR LOCKS• Press thecontrol to unlock alldoors.• Press thecontrol to lock alldoors.Smart locksThis feature attempts to help prevent you from lo

• Turning the key in the ignition to the on position.Note: This feature is configured off by default. This feature can beturned on or off using the fo

• by using a power door unlock/lock sequence, or• using a keypad procedure.Note: The autolock feature can be activated/deactivated independentlyof the

Autounlock featureThe autounlock feature will unlock all the doors when:• the ignition is in the on position, all the doors are closed, and thevehicle

6. To enable/disable the autounlock feature, press the lock control, thenpress the unlock control. The horn will chirp once if autounlock wasdeactivat

INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASEYour vehicle is equipped with a mechanical interior luggage compartmentrelease handle that provides a means of esc

WARNING: Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or animalsunattended in the vehicle. On hot days, the temperature in thetrunk or vehicle interior c

The IKT allows you to:• remotely unlock the vehicledoors.• remotely lock all the vehicledoors.• remotely open the trunk.• activate the personal alarm.

Vehicle Symbol GlossaryPower WindowsFront/RearPower Window LockoutChild Safety DoorLock/UnlockInterior LuggageCompartment ReleasePanic Alarm Engine Oi

Opening front windows and moon roof (if equipped)Press and hold for more than two seconds in order to begin openingthe two front windows and moon roof

Memory featureThe Integrated Keyhead Transmitter allows you to recall the memoryseat/mirror feature.Pressto automatically move the seat/mirrors to the

To replace the battery:1. Twist a thin coin in the slot of theIKT near the key ring in order toremove the battery cover.2. Do not wipe off any grease

Illuminated entryThe interior lamps and puddle lamps (if equipped) illuminate when theIntegrated Keyhead Transmitter or the keyless entry system keypa

1. Place the key in the ignition andturn the ignition to the 3 (on)position.2. Press the power door unlockcontrol on the door panel threetimes.3. Turn

KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEMYou can use the keyless entrykeypad to:• lock or unlock the doors withoutusing a key.• open the trunk.• recall memory seat/power m

3. Press and hold the 1 • 2 for two seconds. This must be done withinfive seconds of completing Step 2.All personal codes are now erased and only the

Your vehicle comes with two coded Integrated Keyhead Transmitters;additional coded IKTs may be purchased from your authorized dealer.Standard SecuriLo

Automatic armingThe vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the offposition.The theft indicator will flash everytwo seconds to ac

Tips:• Only use Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs) or standardSecuriLock™ keys.• You must have two previously programmed coded keys (keys thatalre