2013 LINCOLN MKZ tire pressure

USING SNOW CHAINS
Snow chains have not been approved
for use on your vehicle.
WARNINGS
If you choose to install snow tires
on your vehicle, they must be the
same size, construction, and load
range as the original tires listed on the
tire placard, and they must be
installed on all four wheels. Mixing
tires of different size or construction
on your vehicle can adversely affect
your vehicle's handling and braking,
and may lead to loss of vehicle
control. Do not use snow chains or cables
on this vehicle as they may cause
damage to your vehicle which may
lead to loss of vehicle control. The original equipment tires on your
vehicle may have an all-weather tread
design to provide traction, handling,
and braking performance in
year-round driving. You may install
snow tires for improved traction when
driving in areas with sustained periods
of snow or icy driving conditions. CHANGING A ROAD WHEEL WARNINGS
The use of tire sealants may
damage your tire pressure
monitoring system and should not be
used. However, if you must use a
sealant, the tire pressure monitoring
system sensor and valve stem on the
wheel must be replaced by an
authorized Ford dealer. See Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (page 298). for
important information. If the tire
pressure monitor sensor becomes
damaged, it will no longer function. Note:
The tire pressure monitoring
system indicator light will illuminate
when the spare tire is in use. To restore
the full function of the monitoring
system, all road wheels equipped with
tire pressure monitoring sensors must
be mounted on the vehicle.
If you get a flat tire while driving, do
not apply the brake heavily. Instead,
gradually decrease your speed. Hold
the steering wheel firmly and slowly
move to a safe place on the side of
the road.
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Wheels and Tires

Have a flat serviced by an authorized
dealer in order to prevent damage to
the tire pressure monitoring system
sensors. See Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (page 298).
Replace the spare tire with a road tire
as soon as possible. During repairing
or replacing of the flat tire, have the
authorized dealer inspect the tire
pressure monitoring system sensor
for damage.
Dissimilar Spare Wheel and
Tire Assembly Information WARNING
Failure to follow these guidelines
could result in an increased risk
of loss of vehicle control, injury or
death. If you have a dissimilar spare wheel
and tire, then it is intended for
temporary use only. This means that
if you need to use it, you should
replace it as soon as possible with a
road wheel and tire assembly that is
the same size and type as the road
tires and wheels that were originally
provided by Ford. If the dissimilar
spare tire or wheel is damaged, it
should be replaced rather than
repaired.
A dissimilar spare wheel and tire
assembly is defined as a spare wheel
and tire assembly that is different in
brand, size or appearance from the
road tires and wheels and can be one
of three types: 1.
T-type mini-spare:
This spare tire
begins with the letter T for tire size
and may have Temporary Use Only
molded in the sidewall.
2. Full-size dissimilar spare with
label on wheel: This spare tire has a
label on the wheel that states: THIS
WHEEL AND TIRE ASSEMBLY FOR
TEMPORARY USE ONLY.
When driving with one of the
dissimilar spare tires listed above, do
not:
• Exceed 50 mph (80 km/h)
• Load the vehicle beyond maximum
vehicle load rating listed on the
Safety Compliance Label.
• Tow a trailer.
• Use snow chains on the end of the
vehicle with the dissimilar spare
tire.
• Use more than one dissimilar spare
tire at a time.
• Use commercial car washing
equipment.
• Try to repair the dissimilar spare
tire.
Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires
listed above at any one wheel location
can lead to impairment of the
following:
• Handling, stability and braking
performance.
• Comfort and noise.
• Ground clearance and parking at
curbs.
• Winter weather driving capability.
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Wheels and Tires

Oils, Fluids and Flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is a
normal operating characteristic and,
by itself, does not necessarily indicate
a concern or that the fluid needs to be
changed. However, a qualified expert,
such as the factory-trained
technicians at your dealership, should
inspect discolored fluids that also
show signs of overheating or foreign
material contamination immediately.
Make sure to change your vehicle
’s
oils and fluids at the specified
intervals or in conjunction with a
repair. Flushing is a viable way to
change fluid for many vehicle
sub-systems during scheduled
maintenance. It is critical that systems
are flushed only with new fluid that is
the same as that required to fill and
operate the system or using a
Ford-approved flushing chemical.
Owner Checks and Services
Make sure you perform the following
basic maintenance checks and
inspections every month or at six
month intervals. Check every month
Engine oil level.
Function of all interior and exterior lights.
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure. Windshield washer fluid level. Check every six months
Battery connections. Clean if necessary.
Body and door drain holes for obstructions. Clean if necessary. Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength.
Door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if necessary.
Hinges, latches and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if necessary. Parking brake for proper operation.
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Scheduled Maintenance

Check every six months
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag and safety belt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
Multi-Point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running
right, it is important to have the
systems on your vehicle checked
regularly. This can help identify
potential issues and prevent major
problems. We recommend having the
following multi-point inspection
performed at every scheduled
maintenance interval to help make
sure your vehicle keeps running great. Multi-Point Inspection
Hazard warning system operation
Accessory drive belt(s)
Horn operation
Battery performance
Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hoses
Engine air filter
Suspension components for leaks ordamage
Exhaust system
Steering and linkage
Exterior lamp operation
Tires (including spare) for wear andproper pressure **
Fluid levels *
; fill if necessary
Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
For oil and fluid leaks
Washer spray and wiper operation
Half-shaft dust boots
* Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission and window washer
** If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant
expiration Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
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Scheduled Maintenance

Hints on Controlling the Interior
Climate..................................................127
Cooling the Interior Quickly..................128
General Hints.............................................. 127
Heating the Interior Quickly..................128
Recommended Settings for Cooling ..................................................................... 128
Recommended Settings for Heating..................................................... 128
Side Window Defogging in Cold Weather................................................... 128
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes....................................................178
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the
Hood........................................................ 264
I
In California (U.S. Only)...................244
Information Display Control..............77 Cluster Display Control Features..........77
Information Displays.........................100
General Information...............................100
Information...........................................392 911 Assist®................................................. 399
Alerts............................................................ 399
Calendar..................................................... 399
SIRIUS Travel Link...................................396
SYNC Services (If Equipped, U.S. Only)........................................................ 392
Vehicle Health Report...........................402 Information Messages
......................105
Active Park.................................................. 105
Adaptive Cruise Control........................106
AdvanceTrac®........................................... 107
Airbag............................................................ 107
Alarm............................................................. 107
Automatic Engine Shutdown...............107
AWD.............................................................. 108
Battery and Charging System.............109
Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System.............................110
Collision Warning System......................110
Doors and Locks.......................................... 111
Driver Alert..................................................... 111
Engine.............................................................. 111
Fuel.................................................................. 112
Hill Start Assist........................................... 112
Keys and Intelligent Access...................112
Lane Keeping System..............................113
Maintenance................................................ 114
MyKey............................................................. 115
Park Aid......................................................... 116
Park Brake.................................................... 116
Power Steering............................................ 117
Remote Start............................................... 117
Starting System ........................................118
Tire Pressure Monitoring System........118
Traction Control......................................... 119
Transmission............................................... 119
Installing Child Seats
............................21
Child Seats..................................................... 21
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts................21
Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH)..................................26
Using Tether Straps...................................28
Instrument Cluster...............................94
Instrument Lighting Dimmer............83
Interior Lamps
........................................85
Front Interior Lamp...................................86
Rear Interior Lamp.....................................86
Interior Luggage Compartment Release...................................................70
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Index

Starting a Gasoline Engine..............152
Guarding Against Exhaust
Fumes....................................................... 153
Important Ventilating Information............................................. 153
Starting and Stopping the Engine...................................................150
General Information................................150
Steering...................................................217 Electric Power Steering...........................217
Steering Wheel.......................................75
Storage Compartments...................149
Sun Shades..............................................91
Sun Visors...............................................90
Illuminated Vanity Mirror..........................91
Supplementary Restraints System...................................................42
Principle of Operation..............................42
Symbols Glossary
....................................7
T
Technical Specifications See: Capacities and Specifications...325
See: Temporary Mobility Kit................292
See: Temporary Mobility Kit................292
T
Temporary Mobility Kit
.....................292
First Stage: Reinflating the Tire with
Sealing Compound and Air.............294
General Information...............................293
Second Stage: Checking Tire Pressure.................................................. 296
Tips for Use of the Kit............................293
What to do after the Tire has been Sealed...................................................... 297
What to do when a Tire Is Punctured.............................................. 294The Better Business Bureau (BBB)
Auto Line Program (U.S.
Only).....................................................245
Tire Care
................................................304
Glossary of Tire Terminology..............306
Information About Uniform Tire
Quality Grading....................................304
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall.................................................. 307
Temperature A B C..................................305
Traction AA A B C....................................305
Treadwear.................................................. 305
Tire Pressure Monitoring System................................................298
Changing Tires with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System.............................300
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System ............................300
Tire Pressures See: Technical Specifications.............324
Tire Repair Kit See: Temporary Mobility Kit................292
Tires See: Wheels and Tires...........................292
Towing a Trailer....................................227 Load Placement.......................................227
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels.................................................232
Emergency Towing..................................232
Recreational Towing...............................232
Towing.....................................................227
Traction Control....................................181 Principle of Operation..............................181
Transmission Code Designation........................................328
Transmission.........................................165
Transporting the Vehicle...................231
U
Under Hood Overview - 2.0L EcoBoost™........................................265
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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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