2013 LINCOLN MKZ Owners Manual

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LINCOLN MKZ 2013  Owners Manual •
Do not use alcohol, methanol,
brine or any engine coolants mixed
with alcohol or methanol
antifreeze (coolant). Alcohol and
other liquids can cause engine
damage from overheating or
freezing.
•

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LINCOLN MKZ 2013  Owners Manual What you Should Know About
Fail-Safe Cooling
If the engine coolant supply is
depleted, this feature allows the
vehicle to be driven temporarily before
incremental component damage is
incurred. The

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LINCOLN MKZ 2013  Owners Manual 3. If this is not possible, wait a short
period for the engine to cool.
4. Check the coolant level and replenish if low.
5. Re-start the engine and take your vehicle to an authorized dealer.
Note: Dri

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LINCOLN MKZ 2013  Owners Manual Note:
Automatic transmission fluid
expands when warmed. To obtain an
accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle
until it is warmed up (approximately
20 miles [30 kilometers]). If your
vehicle has been op

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LINCOLN MKZ 2013  Owners Manual 1. Shut the engine off.
2. Clean the area around the clamp
that connects the air filter
assembly to the rubber hose (A). 3. Remove the bolt cover (if
equipped). 4. Remove two bolts that attach the
air

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LINCOLN MKZ 2013  Owners Manual Checking the fluid level
Low fluid level
If the fluid level is below the MIN range
of the dipstick, add fluid to reach the
hash mark level.
Note:
If the fluid level is below the MIN
level, do not driv

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LINCOLN MKZ 2013  Owners Manual 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 Technical
Specifications section in this chapter.
Note:
An ove

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LINCOLN MKZ 2013  Owners Manual WASHER FLUID CHECK
WARNING
If you operate your vehicle in
temperatures below 40°F (5°C),
use washer fluid with antifreeze
protection. Failure to use washer fluid
with antifreeze protection in cold
w