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Items CapacityFord Part Name or
equivalentFord Part Number /
Ford Specification
Engine oil5.5 quarts (5.2L)
(3.7L V6 engine)•Motorcraft
SAE 5W-20
Premium Synthetic
Blend Motor Oil (US)
•Motorcraft
SAE 5W-20
Full Synthetic Motor Oil
(US)
•Motorcraft
SAE 5W-20
Super Premium Motor
Oil (Canada)
•Motorcraft
SAE 5W-20
Synthetic Motor Oil
(Canada)
3
•XO-5W20-QSP (US)
•XO-5W20-QFS (US)
•CXO-5W20- LSP12
(Canada)
•CXO-5W20-LFS12
(Canada) /
WSS-M2C930-A and API
Certification Mark
5.5 quarts (5.2L)
(3.5L V6 EcoBoost
engine)•Motorcraft
SAE 5W-30
Premium Synthetic
Blend Motor Oil (US)
•Motorcraft
SAE 5W-30
Full Synthetic Motor Oil
(US)
•Motorcraft
SAE 5W-30
Super Premium Motor
Oil (Canada)
•Motorcraft
SAE 5W-30
Synthetic Motor Oil
(Canada)
3
•XO-5W30-QSP (US)
•XO-5W30-QFS (US)
•CXO-5W30-LSP12
(Canada)
•CXO-5W30-LFS12
(Canada) /
WSS-M2C929-A with API
Certification Mark
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Items CapacityFord Part Name or
equivalentFord Part Number /
Ford Specification
Engine coolant11.1 quarts
(10.5L)
(3.7L engine)
6
•Motorcraft
Specialty
Green Engine Coolant
4
•VC-10-A2 (US)
•CVC-10-A (Canada) /
WSS-M97B55-A
•Motorcraft
Specialty
Orange Engine Coolant
(US)
•Motorcraft
Specialty
Orange Engine Coolant
(Canada)
4
•VC-3-B (US)
•CVC-3-B (Canada) /
WSS-M97B44-D
Power steering fluid
(except EcoBoost
engine)Between MAX and
MIN on reservoirMotorcraft

MERCON
VATFXT-5-QM /
MERCON
V
Windshield washer fluid Fill as requiredMotorcraft
Premium
Windshield Washer
Concentrate (US)
Premium Quality
Windshield Washer Fluid
(Canada)ZC-32-A (US)
CXC-37-(A, B, D, and F)
(Canada) /
WSB-M8B16-A2/- -
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Items CapacityFord Part Name or
equivalentFord Part Number /
Ford Specification
Fuel tank19.0 gallons
(71.9L)——
1Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount may vary during fluid changes.2Automatic transmissions that require MERCON
LV should only use MERCON
LV fluid. Refer to
scheduled maintenance informationto determine the correct service interval. Use of any fluid
other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.3Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only meet the
requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C929-A (3.5L V6 EcoBoost engine) or WSS-M2C930-A
(3.7L V6 engine) and the API Certification mark.4Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle. Check the coolant bottle labeling for the
correct fluid type to use.5See your authorized dealer for fluid level checking or filling.63.5L EcoBoost engine - 11.4 quarts (10.8L)
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ENGINE DATA
Engine 3.7L V6 engine 3.5L V6 EcoBoost engine
Cubic inches 226 214
FuelSeeOctane
recommendations
earlier in this chapter.SeeOctane
recommendationsearlier
in this chapter.
Firing order 1–4–2–5–3–6 1–4–2–5–3–6
Spark plug gap0.052–0.056 inch
(1.32–1.42 mm)0.033–0.037 inch
(.84– .94 mm)
Ignition system Coil on plug Coil on plug
Compression
ratio10.3:1 10.0:1
Engine drivebelt routing
3.7L V6 engine
1. Short drivebelt is on first pulley groove closest to engine (except
vehicles with electric power assisted steering).
2. Long drivebelt is on second pulley groove farthest from engine.
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3.5L V6 EcoBoost engine
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.
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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.
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the following
information:
1. World manufacturer identifier
2. Brake system / Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint
Devices and their location
3. Make, vehicle line, series, body
type
4. Engine type
5. Check digit
6. Model year
7. Assembly plant
8. Production sequence number
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
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TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS
You can find a transmission code on
the Safety Compliance Certification
Label. The following table tells you
which transmission each code
represents.
Description Code
6-speed automatic transmission (6F50) J
6-speed automatic transmission (with
EcoBoost) (6F55)C
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LINCOLN CUSTOM ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE
A wide selection of Lincoln Custom 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 Lincoln Custom
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 Lincoln Custom 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
•Moonroof deflector•Splash guards
•Side window deflector•Custom graphics*
Interior style
•All weather floor mats•Rear seat entertainment*
•Carpeted floor mats•Subwoofer*
•Ambient lighting•Custom seat covers*
Lifestyle
•Ash cup / smoker’s package•Roof rack and carriers*
•Cargo net*•Rear bumper protector*
•Cargo organization and management
Accessories
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