2013 LINCOLN MKZ automatic transmission

•
Avoid parking on a grade.
• However, if you must park on a
grade:
•Turn the steering wheel to point
the vehicle tires away from
traffic flow.
• Set the vehicle parking brake.
• Place automatic transmission
in position P.
• Place wheel chocks in front and
back of the trailer wheels.
(Chocks not equipped with
vehicle.)
Launching or Retrieving a Boat
or Personal Watercraft (PWC)
Note: Disconnect the wiring to the
trailer
before backing the trailer into
the water.
Note: Reconnect the wiring to the
trailer after you remove the trailer from
the water.
When backing down a ramp during
boat launching or retrieval:
• Do not allow the static water level
to rise above the bottom edge of
the rear bumper.
• Do not allow waves to break higher
than 6 inches (15 centimeters)
above the bottom edge of the rear
bumper.
Exceeding these limits may allow
water to enter vehicle components:
• Causing internal damage to the
components.
• Affecting drivability, emissions, and
reliability. Any time the rear axle submerges in
water, replace the rear axle lubricant.
Water may contaminate the rear axle
lubricant, which is not a normal
maintenance inspection item unless
there is a possibility of a leak or other
axle repair is required.
TRANSPORTING THE
VEHICLE
If you need to have your vehicle
towed, contact a professional towing
service or, if you are a member of a
roadside assistance program, your
roadside assistance service provider.
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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: Driving the vehicle without
repairing the engine problem increases
the chance of engine damage. Take
your vehicle to an authorized dealer as
soon as possible.
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION FLUID
CHECK
Note: Transmission fluid should be
checked by an authorized dealer. If
required, fluid should be added by an
authorized dealer.
The automatic transmission does not
have a transmission fluid dipstick.
Have an authorized dealer check and
change the transmission fluid and
filter at the correct service interval.
See Scheduled Maintenance (page
440). Your transmission does not
consume fluid. However, the fluid level
should be checked if the transmission
is not working properly, or if you notice
some sign of fluid leakage.
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. 6F35/HF35 transmission
(If
Equipped)
Note: Transmission fluid should be
checked by an authorized dealer. If
required, fluid should be added by an
authorized dealer.
The automatic transmission does not
have a transmission fluid dipstick.
Refer to your scheduled maintenance
information for scheduled intervals
for fluid checks and changes. Your
transmission does not consume fluid.
However, the fluid level should be
checked if the transmission is not
working properly, (For example: if the
transmission slips or shifts slowly) or
if you notice some sign of fluid
leakage. See
Scheduled
Maintenance (page 440).
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.
6F50/6F55 Transmission
(If
Equipped) WARNINGS
The dipstick cap and surrounding
components may be hot; gloves
are recommended. Use gloves when moving the air
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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 operated for an
extended period at high speeds, in city
traffic during hot weather or pulling a
trailer, the vehicle should be turned off
until normal operating temperatures
are reached to allow the fluid to cool
before checking. Depending on vehicle
use, cooling times could take up to 30
minutes or longer.
Refer to your scheduled maintenance
information for scheduled intervals
for fluid checks and changes. Your
transmission does not consume fluid.
However, the fluid level should be
checked if the transmission is not
working properly. For example, if the
transmission slips or shifts slowly or
if you notice some sign of fluid
leakage.
1. Drive the vehicle 20 miles (30 kilometers) or until it reaches
normal operating temperature
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake.
3. With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal,
start the engine and move the
gearshift lever through all of the
gear ranges. Allow a minimum of
10 seconds for each gear to
engage.
4. Put the gearshift lever in P (Park)
and leave the engine running. Note:
You will need to move the air
filter assembly to access the
transmission dipstick.
5. Remove the dipstick, wiping it clean with a clean, dry lint free rag.
If necessary, refer to Under hood
overview in this chapter for the
location of the dipstick.
6. Install the dipstick making sure it
is fully seated in the filler tube by
turning it to the locked position.
7. Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level. The fluid should be
in the designated areas for normal
operating temperature.
Moving the Air Filter Assembly
(Accessing the Dipstick) WARNING
Do not run engine with the air
filter disconnected.
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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 drive the vehicle. An
underfill condition may cause shift or
engagement concerns or possible
damage.
Correct fluid level The transmission fluid should be
checked at normal operating
temperature 180°F-200°F
(82°C-93°C) on a level surface. The
normal operating temperature can be
reached after approximately 20 miles
(30 kilometers) of driving.
The transmission fluid level should be
targeted within the cross-hatch area
if at normal operating temperature
180°F-200°F (82°C-93°C). High fluid level
If the fluid level is above the MAX
range of the dipstick, remove fluid to
reach the hashmark level.
Note:
Fluid level above the MAX level
may cause shift or engagement
concerns or possible damage. High
fluid levels can be caused by an
overheating condition. If your vehicle
has been operated for an extended
period at high speeds, in city traffic
during hot weather or pulling a trailer,
the vehicle should be turned off until
normal operating temperatures are
reached. Depending on vehicle use,
cooling times could take up to 30
minutes or longer.
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Your vehicle is equipped with a
Motorcraft® maintenance-free
battery which normally does not
require additional water during its life
of service.
Note:
If your battery has a
cover/shield, make sure it is reinstalled
after the battery has been cleaned or
replaced.
For longer, trouble-free operation,
keep the top of the battery clean and
dry. Also, make certain the battery
cables are always tightly fastened to
the battery terminals.
If you see any corrosion on the battery
or terminals, remove the cables from
the terminals and clean with a wire
brush. You can neutralize the acid with
a solution of baking soda and water.
It is recommended that the negative
battery cable terminal be
disconnected from the battery if you
plan to store your vehicle for an
extended period of time.
To ensure proper operation of the
battery management system (BMS),
any electrical devices that are added
to the vehicle should not have their
ground connection made directly at
the negative battery post. A
connection at the negative battery
post can cause inaccurate
measurements of the battery
condition and potential incorrect
system operation. Note:
Electrical or electronic
accessories or components added to
the vehicle by the dealer or the owner
may adversely affect battery
performance and durability and may
also affect the performance of other
electrical systems in the vehicle.
When a battery replacement is
required, the battery should only be
replaced with a Ford recommended
replacement battery that matches
the electrical requirements of the
vehicle.
When the battery is disconnected or
a new battery installed, the automatic
transmission must relearn its adaptive
strategy. As a result of this, the
transmission may shift firmly when
first driven. This operation is
considered normal and will fully
update transmission operation to its
optimum shift feel.
If the battery has been disconnected
or a new battery has been installed,
the clock and the preset radio stations
must be reset once the battery is
reconnected.
Note: 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.
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VEHICLE 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 shall be affixed to
either the door hinge pillar, the door
latch post, or the edge of the door
near the door latch, next to the driver's
seating position. TRANSMISSION CODE
DESIGNATION
The transmission code is on the
Safety Compliance Certification
Label. The following table shows the
transmission code along with the
transmission description.
Code
Description
A
Six-speed automatic transmission 6F50
W
Six-speed automatic transmission 6F35
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Ford Part Number
/ Ford Specifica- tion
Ford Part Name or
Equivalent
Capacity
Item
PM-1-C / WSS-
M6C65-A2 and
ISO 4925 Class 6
Motorcraft® DOT
4 LV High
Performance Brake Fluid
Between MIN
and MAX on reservoir
Brake fluid
1
XG-4 or XL-5 or
equivalent / ESB- M1C93-B
Multi-Purpose
Grease (lithium grease)
Not applicable
Door latch, hood
latch, auxiliary hood latch, trunk latch, seat tracks.
XL-1 / None
Motorcraft®
Penetrating and Lock Lubricant
Not applicable
Lock cylinder
XT-10-QLV
MERCON® LV
Motorcraft®
MERCON® LV ATF
9.0 qt (8.5 L)
6F35 automatic
transmission fluid 2, 3
11.6 qt (11 L)
6F50 automatic
transmission fluid 2, 3
XY-80W90-QL /WSP-M2C197-A
Motorcraft® SAE
80W-90 Premium Rear Axle
Lubricant
2.4 pt (1.15 L)
Rear differential
(AWD) fluid
XY-75W140-QL /WSL-M2C192-A
Motorcraft® SAE
75W-140
Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant
12fl oz (0.35 L)
Power Transfer Unit
(PTU) fluid (AWD) 4
WSS-M2C946-A
Motorcraft® SAE
5W-30 or equi-
valent motor oil
5.7 qt (5.4 L)
2.0L EcoBoost engine
oil 5, 6
WSS-M2C945-A
Motorcraft® SAE
5W-20 or equi-
valent motor oil
6 qt (5.7 L)
3.7L V6 engine oil 5, 6
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Ford Part Number
/ Ford Specifica- tion
Ford Part Name or
Equivalent
Capacity
Item
17.5 gal
(66.2 L)
2.0L EcoBoost engine
all-wheel drive fuel tank
17.5 gal
(66.2 L)
3.7L V6 engine front-
wheel drive or all-
wheel drive fuel tank
1 Use only Motorcraft® DOT 4 LV High Performance Brake Fluid or equivalent
meeting WSS-M6C65-A2 and ISO 4925 Class 6. Use of any fluid other than
the recommended fluid may cause brake system damage.
2 Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount may vary during fluid changes.
3 Automatic transmissions that require Motorcraft® MERCON® LV transmission
fluid should only use Motorcraft® MERCON® LV transmission fluid.
Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission
damage.
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter at the correct service interval.
See Scheduled Maintenance (page 440).
4 See your authorized dealer for fluid level checking or filling.
5 Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil must
meet or exceed the requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C946-A, SAE
5W-30 (2.0L engine) or WSS-M2C945-A, SAE 5W-20 (3.7L engine) and display
the API Starburst Certification Mark.
6 If the Ford specification is not shown on the oil container, the oil container must
display the API Starburst Certification Mark and the correct viscosity.
7 Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.
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