2011 LINCOLN MKT service

Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads
Inspect frequently, service as
required– Replace cabin air filter (if equipped).
– Replace engine air filter.
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km)– Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
– Inspect the wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or
6 months– Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)– Change automatic transmission fluid (not required on
Fiesta or vehicles equipped with a 6R80 transmission).
Every 50,000 miles (80,000 km)– Change manual transmission fluid.
Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ after each engine oil and filter
change; refer to theInstrument Clusterchapter.
Exclusive use of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles only)
Every oil change interval– If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with
regular unleaded fuel.
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EXCEPTIONS
In addition, there are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule. They
are listed below:
Normal vehicle axle maintenance
❑Rear axles and power take-off (PTO) units containing synthetic lubricant and light duty trucks equipped with Ford-design
axles are lubricated for life. These lubricants are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected, service is re-
quired or the axle assembly has been submerged in water. The axle and PTO lubricant should be changed anytime the axle
and PTO have been submerged in water. During extended trailer tow operation above 70°F (21°C) ambient and wide open
throttle for extended periods above 45 mph (72 km/h), non-synthetic rear axle lubricants should be replaced every
3,000 miles (4,800 km) or three months, whichever occurs first. The 3,000 mile (4,800 km) lubricant change interval
may be waived if the axle was filled with 75W140 synthetic gear lubricant meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part
number F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent. Add friction modifier XL-3 (EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for complete refill of Traction-
Lok rear axles (refer to
Maintenance product and specificationsin theMaintenance and Specificationschapter for details).
The axle lubricant should be changed anytime an axle has been submerged in water.
Police/Taxi/Livery vehicle axle maintenance
❑Replace rear axle lubricant every 100,000 miles (160,000 km). Rear axle lubricant change may be waived if the axle
was filled with 75W140 synthetic gear lubricant meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number FITZ-19580-B or
equivalent. Add four ounces (118 mL) of friction modifier XL-3 (EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for complete refill of Traction-
Lok rear axles. The axle lubricant should be changed anytime the axle has been submerged in water.
California fuel filter replacement
❑If vehicle is registered in California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this main-
tenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’s useful life.
Ford Motor Company, however, urges you to have all recommended maintenance services performed at the specified inter-
vals and to record all vehicle service.
Hot climate oil change intervals
❑If operating conditions are normal and you drive your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle under typical, everyday conditions
andyou are using an API performance category oil of SL or later (for example SM, etc.) then you can follow the
7,500 mile (12,000 km) normal service oil change intervals schedule. Vehicles operating in the Middle East, North Africa,
Sub-Saharan Africa or locations with similar climates must follow the oil change interval of 3,000 mile (5,000 km) if the
owner is using oils defined by the American Petroleum Institute (API) performance category of API SK or earlier (for ex-
ample SJ, etc.).
Engine air filter & cabin air filter replacement
❑Engine air filter and cabin air filter life is dependent on exposure to dusty and dirty conditions. Vehicles operated in these
conditions will require frequent inspection and replacement of the engine air filter and cabin air filter.
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Cargo net ...................................142
CD ................................................44
Cell phone use ..............................8
Changing a tire .........................333
Child safety seats ......................226
in front seat ............................227
in rear seat ..............................227
LATCH .....................................230
recommendations ...................224
tether anchorage hardware ...233
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................236
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............364
instrument panel ....................367
interior .....................................368
plastic parts ............................366
washing ....................................363
waxing .....................................364
wheels ......................................364
wiper blades ............................366
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............88
Collision Warning System .........301
Console
overhead ..........................110–111
Controls
power seat ...............................173
steering column ......................131
Coolant
checking and adding ..............384
refill capacities ................387, 414
specifications ..........................414
Cooler ........................................112
Creating a playlist .......................49
Cross Traffic Alert ....................310Cruise control (see Speed
control) ......................................120
Customer Assistance ................323
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..................................423, 426
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................359
Getting roadside
assistance ................................323
Getting the service
you need .................................355
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................361
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................359
D
Daytime running lamps (see
Lamps) .......................................100
Defrost
rear window and rearview
mirrors .......................................88
windshield .................................88
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................404
engine oil .................................378
Doors
central unlocking ....................151
Driving restrictions .....................35
Driving under special
conditions ..........................318, 320
sand .........................................319
snow and ice ...........................321
through water .................319, 322
DVD (if equipped) ......................50
DVD system .................................67
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Electronic message center .........18
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................350
running out of fuel .........349, 396
Emission control system ..........400
Engine ........................................417
cleaning ...................................364
coolant .....................................384
fail-safe cooling .......................390
idle speed control ...................382
lubrication specifications .......414
refill capacities ........................414
service points ..................374–375
Engine block heater .................280
Engine oil ..................................378
checking and adding ..............378
dipstick ....................................378
filter, specifications ................413
refill capacities ........................414
specifications ..........................414
Event data recording ....................6
Exhaust fumes ..........................280
F
Fail safe cooling ........................390
Family entertainment system ....67
Fleet MyKey programming ......144
Floor mats .........................137–138
Fluid capacities .........................414
Fog lamps ....................................97
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road .......................317
Freezer ......................................112
Fuel ............................................391calculating fuel
economy ............................20, 397
cap ...........................................393
capacity ...................................414
choosing the right fuel ...........394
detergent in fuel .....................396
filler funnel .............................396
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................391, 393, 397
filter, specifications ........391, 413
fuel pump shut-off ..................324
improving fuel economy ........397
octane rating ...................395, 417
quality ......................................395
running out of fuel .........349, 396
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................391
Fuses ..........................................325
G
Garage door opener ..................134
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............393
Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................397
Gauges .........................................17
H
Hazard flashers .........................324
Headlamps ...................................95
aiming ......................................101
autolamp system .......................96
bulb specifications ..................106
daytime running lights ...........100
flash to pass ............................100
high beam .................................97
replacing bulbs .......................106
turning on and off ....................95
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