2011 LINCOLN MKS clock

3. Align the slot on top of the jack
with the sheet metal flange
indicated by the jack locator triangle
next to the tire you are changing.
Turn the jack handle clockwise until
the wheel is completely off the
ground.
Note:DO NOT LIFT ON THE
PLASTIC MOLDING, as this could
damage molding. ONLY LIFT ON
THE SHEET METAL NOTCH.
WARNING:To lessen the
risk of personal injury, do
not put any part of your body
under the vehicle while changing a
tire. Do not start the engine when
your vehicle is on the jack. The
jack is only meant for changing
the tire.
4. Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench.
5. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is
facing outward. Reinstall the lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the
hub. Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered.
6. Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise.
7. Remove the jack and fully tighten
the lug nuts in the order shown.
Refer toWheel lug nut torque
specificationslater in this chapter
for the proper lug nut torque
specification.
8. Install the wheel cover (if
equipped). The wheel cover will
only install if the Ford/Mercury logo
is aligned over the valve stem on the
wheel.
1
4 3
2 5
Roadside Emergencies
270
2011 MKS(mks)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA(fus)

•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 dipstick 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 dipstick.
4. Install the dipstick 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 dipstick and/or the engine oil filler cap removed.
Engine oil and filter recommendations
3.7L V6 engine
Look for this certification
trademark.
Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil
Only use oils certified for gasoline engines by the American Petroleum
Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conforms to the
Maintenance and Specifications
303
2011 MKS(mks)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA(fus)

6. Release the parking brake. With your foot on the brake pedal and with
the A/C on, put the vehicle in D (Drive) and allow the engine to idle for
at least one minute.
7. Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process.
•The vehicle may need to be driven 10 miles (16 km) or more to
relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy.
•If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim, the idle
quality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle
trim is eventually relearned.
If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,
the clock and radio settings must be reset once the battery is
reconnected.
•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. 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).
L
E
A
D
RETURN
RECYCLE
Maintenance and Specifications
307
2011 MKS(mks)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA(fus)

Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the cooling system by
following these steps:
1. Before you begin, turn the engine off and let it cool.
2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolant
pressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir (a translucent plastic bottle).
Slowly turn cap counterclockwise (left) until pressure begins to release.
3. Step back while the pressure releases.
4. When you are sure that all the pressure has been released, use the
cloth to turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap.
5. Fill the coolant reservoir slowly with the proper coolant mixture, to
within the COLD FILL RANGE or the FULL COLD level on the reservoir.
If you removed the radiator cap in an overflow system, fill the radiator
until the coolant is visible and radiator is almost full.
6. Replace the cap. Turn until tightly installed. Cap must be tightly
installed to prevent coolant loss.
After any coolant has been added, check the coolant concentration (refer
toChecking engine coolant). If the concentration is not 50/50
(protection to –34°F/–36°C), drain some coolant and adjust the
concentration. It may take several drains and additions to obtain a 50/50
coolant concentration.
Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant level in the coolant
reservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle. If
necessary, add enough 50/50 concentration of engine coolant and
distilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level.
If you have to add more than 1.0 quart (1.0 liter) of engine coolant per
month, have your authorized dealer check the engine cooling system.
Your cooling system may have a leak. Operating an engine with a low
level of coolant can result in engine overheating and possible engine
damage.
Recycled engine coolant
Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine
coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available.
Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate
manner. Follow your community’s regulations and standards for recycling
and disposing of automotive fluids.
Coolant refill capacity
To find out how much fluid your vehicle’s cooling system can hold, refer
toMaintenance product specifications and capacitiesin this chapter.
Maintenance and Specifications
310
2011 MKS(mks)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA(fus)

C. Remove the bolt cover (if
equipped).
D. Remove two bolts that attach the air filter assembly to the front of
the vehicle (2).
E. Loosen the clamp holding the air filter assembly to the rubber hose
(1).
F. Remove the harness retaining clip by pulling up (3). Do not
disconnect the sensor (4).
G. Without disconnecting the sensor (4), pull the air filter assembly up
to disconnect the air filter assembly from the seated grommets located
underneath the air filter assembly.
H. Rotate the air filter assembly 90
degrees counterclockwise and
reinstall into the rubber hose.
I. Tighten the clamp (1).
J. The transmission fluid level indicator can now be accessed.
Maintenance and Specifications
328
2011 MKS(mks)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA(fus)

Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels
Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The type of
fluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick and also in the
Maintenance product specifications and capacitiessection in this
chapter.
Use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may cause
internal transmission component damage.
If necessary, add fluid in 1/2 pint
(250 ml) increments through the
filler tube until the level is correct.
If an overfill occurs, excess fluid
should be removed by an authorized
dealer.
An overfill condition of
transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns
and/or possible damage.
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.
For vehicles equipped with the EcoBoost engine, reinstall the air
filter assembly.
After the fluid level has been checked and adjusted as necessary, do the
following:
A. Shut the engine off.
B. Loosen the clamp holding the air filter assembly to the rubber hose.
C. Rotate the air filter assembly 90 degrees clockwise without
disconnecting the sensor.
D. Seat the air filter assembly back into the grommets by pushing down
on the air filter assembly.
E. Tighten the clamp.
F. Install and tighten two bolts that attach air filter assembly to the front
of the vehicle.
G. Install the bolt cover (if equipped).
H. Reinstall the harness retaining clip into the front of the air filter
assembly.
MAX MIN
Maintenance and Specifications
330
2011 MKS(mks)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA(fus)

in rear seat ..............................173
LATCH .....................................176
recommendations ...................170
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................181
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............288
instrument panel ....................291
interior .....................................292
plastic parts ............................290
washing ....................................287
waxing .....................................288
wheels ......................................288
wiper blades ............................290
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......48, 51
Clock adjust
AM/FM/CD/MP3 ........................32
Collision Warning System .........244
Compass, electronic ....................72
calibration .................................73
set zone adjustment .................73
Console
overhead ....................................71
Controls
power seat ...............................129
steering column ........................90
Coolant
checking and adding ..............307
refill capacities ................310, 336
specifications ..........................336
Cooled Seats ..............................131
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................80
Cupholder(s) .............................137
Customer Assistance ................256
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..................................346, 349Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................283
Getting roadside assistance ...256
Getting the service you
need .........................................279
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................285
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................283
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................61
Defrost
rear window ..............................48
rear window and rearview
mirrors .......................................51
windshield ...........................48, 51
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................326
engine oil .................................301
Doors
central unlocking ....................106
Driving under special
conditions ..........................250, 252
sand .........................................251
snow and ice ...........................253
through water .................252, 255
E
Electronic message center .........18
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................273
running out of fuel .........273, 318
Emission control system ..........322
Engine ........................................340
Index
372
2011 MKS(mks)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA(fus)

climate control ............48, 51, 132
Cooled .....................................131
easy access/easyout feature ..135
front seats ...............................131
heated ......................................138
Heated and Cooled .................131
memory seat ...................115, 134
SecuriCode keyless entry
system ........................................119
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ........................................121
Servicing your vehicle ..............296
Setting the clock .........................32
SOS Post Crash Alert ...............167
Spare tire
(see Changing the Tire) ...........268
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................335, 340
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................336
Speed control ..............................80
Starting your vehicle ........216–217
jump starting ..........................273
push button start system .......218
Steering wheel
controls ......................................90
tilting .........................................70
Stereo
6-CD in dash .............................31
SYNC
..........................................47
T
Tilt steering wheel ......................70
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....200Tires ...........................185–186, 265
alignment ................................193
care ..........................................189
changing ..................265, 268–269
checking the pressure ............189
inflating ...................................187
label .........................................199
replacing ..................................191
rotating ....................................193
safety practices .......................192
sidewall information ...............195
snow tires and chains ............205
spare tire .................................266
terminology .............................186
tire grades ...............................186
treadwear ........................185, 190
Towing .......................................212
recreational towing .................214
trailer towing ..........................212
wrecker ....................................277
Transaxle
fluid, refill capacities ..............336
lubricant specifications ..........336
Transmission .............................231
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....231
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................326
Trunk ...................................97, 111
remote release ........................115
Turn signal ..................................64
U
Universal garage door opener ....93
USB port ......................................40
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................342
Index
376
2011 MKS(mks)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA(fus)