2007 LINCOLN MKZ checking oil

Poor wiper quality can be improved by cleaning the wiper blades and the
windshield, refer toWindows and wiper bladesin theCleaning
chapter.
To prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended to
scrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. The
layer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of the
wiper rubber element.
ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Refer to thescheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate
intervals for checking the engine oil.
1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the
oil pan.
3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).
4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick).
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•3.5L V6 engine
•If required, add engine oil to the engine. Refer toAdding engine oil
in this chapter.
•Do not overfill the engine
with oil. Oil levels above this
mark may cause engine
damage.If the engine is
overfilled, some oil must be
removed from the engine by an
authorized dealer.
7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated.
Adding engine oil
1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer toChecking the engine
oilin this chapter.
2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal operating range, add
only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the
engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the
opening.
3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above the
normal operating range on the engine oil level indicator (dipstick).
4. Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated.
5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise
until it stops.
To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the
engine oil level indicator and/or the engine oil filler cap removed.
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•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.
ENGINE COOLANT
Checking engine coolant
The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at the
intervals listed inscheduled maintenance information.The coolant
concentration should be maintained at 50/50 coolant and distilled water,
which equates to a freeze point of -34°F (-36°C). Coolant concentration
testing is possible with a hydrometer or antifreeze tester (such as the
Rotunda Battery and Antifreeze Tester, 014–R1060). The level of coolant
should be maintained at the “FULL COLD” level or within the “COLD
FILL RANGE” in the coolant reservoir. If the level falls below, add
coolant per the instructions in theAdding engine coolantsection.
Your vehicle was factory-filled with a 50/50 engine coolant and water
concentration. If the concentration of coolant falls below 40% or above
60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly.A
50–50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following:
•Freeze protection down to -34°F (-36°C).
•Boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C).
•Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion.
•Enables calibrated gauges to work properly.
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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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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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