2007 LINCOLN MKZ Owners Manual

IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE
Safety Compliance Certification Label
The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration Regulations require
that a Safety Compliance
Certification Label be affixed to a
vehicle and prescribe where the
Safety Compliance Certification
Label may be located. The Safety
Compliance Certification Label is
located on the structure (B-Pillar)
by the trailing edge of the driver’s
door or the edge of the driver’s
door.
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
The vehicle identification number is
located on the driver side
instrument panel.
Please note that in the graphic,
XXXX is representative of your
vehicle identification number.
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
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The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the following
information:
1. World manufacturer identifier
2. Brake system / Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint
System
3. Vehicle line, series, body type
4. Engine type
5. Check digit
6. Model year
7. Assembly plant
8. Production sequence number
TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE CODE DESIGNATIONS
You can find a
transmission/transaxle code on the
Safety Compliance Certification
Label. The following table tells you
which transmission or transaxle
each code represents.
Description Code
Aisin AW F21 Automatic transaxle (TR-VX) B
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GENUINE LINCOLN ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE
A wide selection of Genuine Lincoln Accessories are available for your
vehicle through your local Lincoln or Ford of Canada dealer. These
quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your
automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style
and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle. In addition, each accessory
is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Lincoln’s
rigorous engineering and safety specifications. Ford Motor Company will
repair or replace any properly dealer-installed Genuine Lincoln
Accessories found to be defective in factory-supplied materials or
workmanship during the warranty period, as well as any component
damaged by the defective accessories. The accessories will be warranted
for whichever provides you the greatest benefit:
•12 months or 12,000 miles (20,000 km) (whichever occurs first), or
•the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty.
Contact your dealer for details and a copy of the warranty.
Following is a list of several Genuine Lincoln Accessories. Not all
accessories are available for all models. To find out what accessories are
available for your vehicle, please contact your dealer or visit our online
store at: www.lincolnaccessories.com.
Exterior style
Bug shields
Chrome exhaust tips
Deflectors
Splash guards
Interior style
Electrochromatic compass/temperature interior mirrors
Floor mats
Lifestyle
Ash cup / smoker’s package
Cargo organization and management
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Peace of mind
Mobile-Easehands free communication system
Remote start
Vehicle security systems
Wheel locks
Not all accessories are available for all models.
For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in
mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle:
•When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your
vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of
the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety
Compliance Certification label). Consult your authorized dealer for
specific weight information.
•The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio
Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobile
communications systems — such as two-way radios, telephones and
theft alarms - that are equipped with radio transmitters. Any such
equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC
regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service
technician.
•Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your
vehicle, particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive
use.
•To avoid interference with other vehicle functions, such as anti-lock
braking systems, amateur radio users who install radios and antennas
onto their vehicle should not locate the Amateur Radio Antennas in
the area of the driver’s side hood.
•Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to
the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the owner may adversely affect
battery performance and durability.
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A
Accessory delay ..........................56
Air cleaner filter ...............251–252
Air conditioning ....................29, 31
Airbag supplemental
restraint system ........121, 130, 133
and child safety seats ............123
description ..............121, 130, 133
disposal ....................................136
driver airbag ............123, 131, 134
indicator light .........129, 132, 135
operation .................123, 131, 134
passenger airbag .....123, 131, 134
side airbag ...............................130
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................181
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................232
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................174
Anti-theft system ..................94, 97
arming the system ....................97
disarming a triggered
system .......................................98
Audio system (see Radio) .........16
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................179
fluid, adding ............................249
fluid, checking ........................249
fluid, refill capacities ..............253
fluid, specification ..................253
Auxiliary Input Jack ...................22
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........253
B
Battery .......................................230acid, treating emergencies .....230
jumping a disabled battery ....202
maintenance-free ....................230
replacement, specifications ...252
servicing ..................................230
BeltMinder
...............................116
Brakes ........................................173
anti-lock ...................................174
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................174
fluid, checking and adding ....249
fluid, refill capacities ..............253
fluid, specifications .................253
lubricant specifications ..........253
parking ....................................175
shift interlock ..........................177
Break-in period .............................5
Bulbs ............................................41
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....253
Cell phone use ..............................7
Changing a tire .........................195
Child safety restraints ..............136
child safety belts ....................136
Child safety seats ......................140
attaching with tether
straps .......................................144
in front seat ............................141
in rear seat ..............................141
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............217
instrument panel ....................218
interior .....................................219
interior trim ............................219
plastic parts ............................217
washing ....................................215
waxing .....................................216
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wheels ......................................216
wiper blades ............................218
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......29, 31
Clock ............................................54
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................70
Console
overhead ....................................53
Controls
power seat ...............................101
steering column ........................61
Coolant
checking and adding ..............232
refill capacities ................236, 253
specifications ..........................253
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................58
Cupholder(s) .............................107
Customer Assistance ................187
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................212
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............213
Getting roadside assistance ...187
Getting the service you
need .........................................208
Ordering additional
owner’s literature ...................213
Utilizing the Mediation/
Arbitration Program ...............211
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................37
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................249
engine oil .................................226Driving under special
conditions ..................180, 182, 184
sand .........................................183
snow and ice ...........................185
through water .................183, 186
E
Electronic message center .........68
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................202
Emission control system ..........245
Engine ........................................256
cleaning ...................................217
coolant .....................................232
fail-safe cooling .......................236
idle speed control ...................230
lubrication specifications .......253
refill capacities ........................253
service points ..........................224
starting after a collision .........189
Engine block heater .................173
Engine oil ..................................226
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................226
checking and adding ..............226
dipstick ....................................226
filter, specifications ........229, 252
recommendations ...................229
refill capacities ........................253
specifications ..........................253
Exhaust fumes ..........................173
F
Fail safe cooling ........................236
Fluid capacities .........................253
Foglamps .....................................37
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Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road .......................181
Fuel ............................................238
calculating fuel
economy ............................69, 242
cap ...........................................240
capacity ...................................253
choosing the right fuel ...........241
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................245
detergent in fuel .....................242
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................238, 240, 242
filter, specifications ........237, 252
fuel pump shut-off switch .....189
improving fuel economy ........242
octane rating ...................241, 256
quality ......................................241
running out of fuel .................242
safety information relating
to automotive fuels ................238
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......189
Fuses ..........................................190
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............240
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................242
Gauges .........................................14
H
Hazard flashers .........................189
Head restraints .........................100
Headlamps ...................................36
aiming ........................................39
autolamp system .......................36
bulb specifications ....................41
daytime running lights .............37flash to pass ..............................38
high beam .................................38
replacing bulbs .........................42
turning on and off ....................36
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................29, 31
Homelink wireless control
system ..........................................64
Hood ..........................................223
I
Ignition ...............................170, 256
Illuminated visor mirror .............52
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................140
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................247
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................218
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................38
J
Jack ............................................195
positioning ...............................195
storage .....................................195
Jump-starting your vehicle ......202
K
Keyless entry system .................92
autolock .....................................80
keypad .......................................92
locking and unlocking doors ....93
programming entry code .........92
Keys .......................................77, 95
positions of the ignition .........170
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Lamps
autolamp system .......................36
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................41
daytime running light ...............37
fog lamps ...................................37
headlamps .................................36
headlamps, flash to pass ..........38
instrument panel, dimming .....38
interior lamps ...........................40
replacing bulbs .........................42
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................40
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........174
Load limits .................................163
Locks
autolock .....................................80
childproof ..................................84
doors ..........................................79
Lubricant specifications ...........253
Lug nuts ....................................201
Lumbar support, seats .............103
M
Message center ...........................68
english/metric button ...............73
system check button ................72
warning messages .....................73
Mirrors .........................................57
automatic dimming
rearview mirror .........................57
heated ........................................58
programmable memory ............88
side view mirrors (power) .......57
Moon roof ..............................62, 87Motorcraft parts ........220, 237, 252
N
Navigation system .......................28
O
Octane rating ............................241
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................226
P
Parking brake ............................175
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....252
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................108
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................192
Power door locks ........................79
Power mirrors .............................57
Power point .................................54
Power steering ..................176–177
fluid, checking and adding ....248
fluid, refill capacity ................253
fluid, specifications .................253
Power Windows ...........................55
Power windows
opening using remote entry
system .......................................87
R
Radio ............................................16
Relays ........................................190
Remote entry system ...........86–87
illuminated entry ................90–91
locking/unlocking doors ...........87
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