2013 LINCOLN MKZ coolant temperature

All motor vehicles and their
components were engineered and
tested for reliable, regular driving.
Long term storage under various
conditions may lead to component
degradation or failure unless specific
precautions are taken to preserve the
components.
General
•
Store all vehicles in a dry,
ventilated place.
• Protect from sunlight, if possible.
• If vehicles are stored outside, they
require regular maintenance to
protect against rust and damage.
Body
• Wash vehicle thoroughly to
remove dirt, grease, oil, tar or mud
from exterior surfaces, rear-wheel
housing and underside of front
fenders.
• Periodically wash vehicles stored
in exposed locations.
• Touch-up raw or primed metal to
prevent rust
• Cover chrome and stainless steel
parts with a thick coat of auto wax
to prevent discoloration. Re-wax
as necessary when the vehicle is
washed.
• Lubricate all hood, door and trunk
lid hinges, and latches with a light
grade oil.
• Cover interior trim to prevent
fading.
• Keep all rubber parts free from oil
and solvents. Engine
•
The engine oil and filter should be
changed prior to storage, as used
engine oil contain contaminates
that may cause engine damage.
• Start the engine every 15 days. Run
at fast idle until it reaches normal
operating temperature
• With your foot on the brake, shift
through all the gears while the
engine is running.
Fuel system
• Fill the fuel tank with high-quality
fuel until the first automatic
shutoff of the fuel pump nozzle.
Note: During extended periods of
vehicle storage (30 days or more), fuel
may deteriorate due to oxidation. Add
a quality gas stabilizer product to the
vehicle fuel system whenever actual or
expected storage periods exceed 30
days. Follow the instructions on the
additive label. The vehicle should then
be operated at idle speed to circulate
the additive throughout the fuel
system.
Cooling system
• Protect against freezing
temperatures.
• When removing vehicle from
storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm there are no cooling
system leaks, and fluid is at the
recommended level.
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Vehicle Care

Event Data Recording
See: Data Recording....................................9
Export Unique Options........................14
Exterior Mirrors......................................88 Auto-Dimming Feature...........................89
Blind Spot Monitor....................................90
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors.....................89
Heated Exterior Mirrors............................89
Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors................89
Memory Mirrors.......................................... 89
Power Exterior Mirrors..............................88
Signal Indicator Mirrors...........................89
F
Fastening the Safety Belts................32 Rear Inflatable Safety Belt......................35
Restraint of Pregnant Women..............33
Safety Belt Extension Assembly..........36
Safety Belt Locking Modes.....................33
Floor Mats.............................................236
Ford Extended Service Plan (ESP)....................................................334
SERVICE PLANS (CANADA
ONLY)...................................................... 336
SERVICE PLANS (U.S. only)................334
Front Passenger Sensing System...................................................45
Fuel and Refueling..............................155
Fuel Consumption
..............................160
Calculating Fuel Economy....................160
Filling the Tank.......................................... 160
Fuel Cut-Off Switch
..........................239
Fuel Filter...............................................276
Fuel Quality...........................................156
Choosing the Right Fuel........................156
Octane Recommendations..................156
Fuses........................................................251
Fuse Specification Chart
.................252
Passenger Compartment Fuse
Panel........................................................ 259
Power Distribution Box..........................252 G
Garage Door Opener
See: Universal Garage Door
Opener...................................................... 142
Gauges......................................................94 Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge......................................................... 95
Fuel Gauge................................................... 95
Information Display...................................94
Gearbox See: Transmission....................................165
General Information on Radio Frequencies..........................................53
Intelligent Access.......................................53
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada
........................................247
Getting the Services You Need
.....................................................243
Away From Home....................................243
Global Opening and Closing............88 Closing the Windows...............................88
Opening the Windows.............................88
H
Hazard Warning Flashers
................239
Headlamp Exit Delay...........................83
Head Restraints
....................................131
Adjusting the Head Restraint...............132
Tilting Head Restraints (If
Equipped)............................................... 133
Heated Seats.........................................137 Rear Heated Seats...................................138
Heated Steering Wheel......................78
Heated Windows and Mirrors.........128 Heated Exterior Mirror.............................128
Heated Rear Window..............................128
Heating See: Climate Control...............................126
Hill Start Assist.....................................170 Using Hill Start Assist..............................170
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Index

W
Warning Lamps and Indicators.......95
Adaptive Cruise Control..........................95
Anti-Lock Braking System......................96
Battery........................................................... 96
Blind Spot Monitor....................................96
Brake System.............................................. 96
Cruise Control............................................. 96
Direction Indicator.....................................96
Door Ajar....................................................... 96
Electric Park Brake....................................96
Engine Coolant Temperature.................97
Engine Oil...................................................... 97
Fasten Safety Belt......................................97
Front Airbag.................................................. 97
Front Fog Lamps .......................................97
Heads Up Display.......................................97
High Beam..................................................... 97
Hood Ajar....................................................... 97
Lane Keeping Aid........................................97
Low Fuel Level............................................. 97
Low Tire Pressure Warning....................98
Low Washer Fluid......................................98
Parking Lamps............................................ 98
Powertrain Fault.........................................98
Service Engine Soon.................................98
Stability Control.........................................99
Stability Control Off..................................99
Trunk Ajar...................................................... 99
Washer Fluid Check............................277
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior....................284
See: Wipers and Washers.......................79
Waxing...................................................285
Wheels and Tires................................292
Technical Specifications.......................324
Windows and Mirrors...........................87
Windshield Washers
...........................80
Windshield Wipers...............................79
Intermittent Wipe.......................................79
Speed Dependent Wipers.......................79 Wipers and Washers............................79
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