2013 LINCOLN MKZ jump start

Essential Towing Checks.................229
Transporting the Vehicle...................231
Towing the Vehicle on Four
Wheels................................................232
Driving Hints
Breaking-In............................................235
Economical Driving
............................235
Driving Through Water.....................236
Floor Mats.............................................236
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance
........................238
Hazard Warning Flashers................239
Fuel Cut-Off Switch..........................239
Jump-Starting the Vehicle.............240
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need......243
In California (U.S. Only)...................244
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S.
Only)...................................................245
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)..............247
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada
......................................247
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature...........................................248
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)...................................................249
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)...................................................250
Fuses
Changing a Fuse
..................................251
Fuse Specification Chart
.................252 Maintenance
General Information
..........................263
Opening and Closing the Hood.....264
Under Hood Overview - 2.0L EcoBoost™......................................265
Under Hood Overview - 3.7L..........266
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.0L EcoBoost™.......................................267
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.7L.................267
Engine Oil Check - 2.0L EcoBoost™/3.7L
............................267
Engine Coolant Check - 2.0L EcoBoost™/3.7L............................268
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check...................................................272
Brake Fluid Check
...............................276
Power Steering Fluid Check............276
Fuel Filter...............................................276
Washer Fluid Check
............................277
Changing the 12V Battery.................277
Checking the Wiper Blades
............279
Changing the Wiper Blades............279
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 2.0L EcoBoost™/3.7L............................280
Adjusting the Headlamps
................281
Removing a Headlamp
....................282
Changing a Bulb
.................................282
Bulb Specification Chart.................283
Vehicle Care
General Information
..........................284
Cleaning Products.............................284
Cleaning the Exterior........................284
Repairing Minor Paint Damage......285
Waxing...................................................285
Cleaning the Engine
..........................286
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Table of Contents

You can manually release the electric
parking brake by turning the ignition
on, pressing the brake pedal and then
pressing the electric parking brake
switch.
When the electric parking brake is
released, the brake system warning
lamp will turn off.
Driving with a Trailer
Depending on the grade and the
weight of the trailer, your vehicle and
trailer may roll backwards slightly
when you start on a slope. To prevent
this from happening, do the following:
1. Pull the switch up and hold it in
this position.
2. Drive your vehicle, then release the
switch when you notice that the
engine has developed sufficient
driving force.
Automatic release - drive away
release
Note: The driver's door must be closed
and the driver's safety belt must be
fastened before this feature will
operate.
Note: If the electric parking brake
warning lamp stays illuminated, the
electric parking brake will not
automatically release. You must
release the electric parking brake using
the electric parking brake switch.
Note: The engine must be running and
the accelerator pedal must be pressed
before the drive away release feature
will operate. The brake system warning lamp will
go off to confirm that the electric
parking brake has been released.
Note:
The electric parking brake drive
away release makes starting on a hill
easier. This feature will release the
parking brake automatically when the
vehicle has sufficient drive force to
move up the hill. To assure drive away
release when starting uphill, press the
accelerator pedal quickly.
Battery With No Charge WARNING
You will not be able to apply or
release the electric parking brake
if the battery is low or has no charge. If the battery is low or has no charge,
use jumper cables and a booster
battery.
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Brakes

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Vehicles Sold In The U.S.:
Getting Roadside Assistance
To fully assist you should you have a
vehicle concern Ford Motor Company
offers a complimentary roadside
assistance program. This program is
separate from the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty. The service is
available:
•
24-hours, seven days a week.
• for the coverage period listed on
the Roadside Assistance Card
included in your Owner's Manual
portfolio.
Roadside assistance will cover:
• a flat tire change with a good spare
(except vehicles that have been
supplied with a tire inflation kit).
• battery jump start.
• lock-out assistance (key
replacement cost is the customer's
responsibility).
• fuel delivery — Independent
Service Contractors, if not
prohibited by state, local or
municipal law shall deliver up to
2.0 gallons (7.5L) of gasoline or
5.0 gallons (18.9L) of diesel fuel
to a disabled vehicle. Fuel delivery
service is limited to two no-charge
occurrences within a 12-month
period. •
winch out — available within 100
feet (30.5 meters) of a paved or
county maintained road, no
recoveries.
• towing — Ford and Lincoln eligible
vehicles towed to an authorized
dealer within 35 miles (56 km) of
the disablement location or to the
nearest authorized dealer. If a
member requests to be towed to
an authorized dealer more than 35
miles (56 km) from the
disablement location, the member
shall be responsible for any
mileage costs in excess of 35 miles
(56 km).
Trailers shall be covered up to $200
if the disabled eligible vehicle requires
service at the nearest authorized
dealer. If the trailer is disabled, but the
towing vehicle is operational, the
trailer does not qualify for any
roadside services.
Vehicles Sold In The U.S. :
Using Roadside Assistance
Complete the roadside assistance
identification card and place it in your
wallet for quick reference. This card
is found in the owner's information
portfolio in the glove compartment.
U.S. Lincoln vehicle customers who
require Roadside Assistance, call
1-800-521-4140.
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Roadside Emergencies

1. Turn the ignition off.
2. Turn the ignition to crank.
3. Turn the ignition off.
4. Turn the ignition on again to
re-enable the fuel pump.
For vehicles equipped with a push
button start system:
1. Press the START/STOP button
to turn the ignition off.
2. Press the brake pedal and press the
START/STOP button (crank
attempt).
3. Remove your foot from the brake pedal and press the
START/STOP
button (ignition
off).
4. Press the
START/STOP button
again to re-enable the fuel system.
JUMP-STARTING THE
VEHICLE WARNINGS
The gases around the battery
can explode if exposed to
flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An
explosion could result in injury or
vehicle damage. Batteries contain sulfuric acid
which can burn skin, eyes and
clothing, if contacted. Only use an adequate sized
cable with insulated clamps. Preparing Your Vehicle
Note:
Use only a 12-volt supply to start
your vehicle.
Note: Do not disconnect the battery
of the disabled vehicle as this could
damage the vehicle's electrical system.
Park the booster vehicle close to the
hood of the disabled vehicle, making
sure the two vehicles do not touch.
Turn all accessories off.
Connecting the Jumper Cables WARNING
Do not attach the cables to fuel
lines, engine rocker covers, the
intake manifold or electrical
components as grounding points. Stay
clear of moving parts. Note:
In the illustration, the vehicle on
the bottom is used to designate the
booster vehicle.
240
Roadside Emergencies

1. Connect the positive (+) jumper
cable to the positive (+) terminal
of the discharged battery.
2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive
(+) terminal of the assisting
battery.
3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the
assisting battery.
4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposed
metal part of the stalled vehicle's
engine. WARNING
Do not connect the end of the
second cable to the negative (-)
terminal of the battery to be jumped.
A spark may cause an explosion of the
gases that surround the battery. Jump Starting
1. Start the engine of the booster
vehicle and rev the engine
moderately.
2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.
3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for
an additional three minutes before
disconnecting the jumper cables.
Removing the Jumper Cables
Remove the jumper cables in the
reverse order that they were
connected.
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Roadside Emergencies4
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Remove the jumper cable from the
ground metal surface.
2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) terminal of the
booster vehicle's battery.
3. Remove the jumper cable from the
positive (+) terminal of the booster
vehicle's battery.
4. Remove the jumper cable from the
positive (+) terminal of the
disabled vehicle's battery.
After the disabled vehicle has been
started and the jumper cables
removed, allow it to idle for several
minutes so the battery can recharge.
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Roadside Emergencies4
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SERVICE PLANS (U.S. only)
More than 32 million Ford and Lincoln
owners have discovered the powerful
protection of Ford Extended Service
Plan. It is the only extended service
plan backed by Ford Motor Company,
and provides peace of mind
protection beyond the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty coverage.
Up to 500+ Covered Vehicle
Components
There are four, new-vehicle Extended
Service Plans with different levels of
coverage. Ask your dealer for details.
1. PremiumCare - Our most
comprehensive coverage. With
over 500 covered components,
this plan is so complete that we
generally only discuss what’ s not
covered!
2. ExtraCare - Covers 113 components, and includes many
high-tech items.
3. BaseCare - Covers 84 components.
4. PowertrainCare - Covers 29 critical
components.
Ford Extended Service Plan is honored
by all Ford and Lincoln Dealers in the
U.S. and Canada. It is the only
extended service plan authorized and
backed by Ford Motor Company. That
means you get: •
Reliable, quality service anywhere
you go.
• Factory-trained technicians.
• Ford Authorized Parts used with
every covered repair.
Rental Car Reimbursement
If your vehicle is kept overnight for
covered repairs, you are eligible for
rental car coverage, including
Bumper-to-Bumper warranty repairs,
or manufacturer ’s recalls.
Transferable Coverage
If you sell your vehicle before your
Ford Extended Service Plan coverage
expires, you can transfer any
remaining coverage to the new owner.
Whenever you’re ready to sell your car,
prospective buyers may feel better
about taking a risk on your used
vehicle. Ford Extended Service Plan
may add resale value!
Plus, exclusive 24/7 roadside
assistance, including:
• Towing, flat-tire change and
battery jump starts.
• Out-of-fuel and lock-out
assistance.
• Travel expense reimbursement for
lodging, meals and rental car.
• Destination assistance for taxi,
shuttle, rental car coverage and
emergency transportation.
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Ford Extended Service Plan (ESP)

Interior Mirror.........................................90
Auto-Dimming Mirror...............................90
Introduction...............................................7
J
Jump-Starting the Vehicle
.............240
Connecting the Jumper Cables..........240
Jump Starting............................................. 241
Preparing Your Vehicle..........................240
Removing the Jumper Cables..............241
K
Keyless Entry..........................................68 SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY
KEYPAD..................................................... 68
Keyless Starting...................................150 Automatic Engine Shutdown...............152
Fast Restart.................................................. 151
Starting Your Vehicle..............................150
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Moving...................................151
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Stationary.............................151
Switching the Ignition On (Accessory Mode)....................................................... 150
Keys and Remote Controls................53
Knee Airbag
.............................................45
L
Lane Keeping System......................208 Switching the System On and
Off............................................................. 209
Lighting Control
.....................................82
Headlamp Flasher.....................................82
High Beams.................................................. 82
Lighting.....................................................82
Lincoln Credit
...........................................12
Load Carrying........................................219 Load Limit
..............................................219
Vehicle loading - with and without a
trailer......................................................... 219
Locking and Unlocking.......................62 Activating Intelligent Access .................63
Autolock Feature........................................64
Auto Relock.................................................. 64
Battery Saver............................................... 65
Illuminated Entry........................................65
Illuminated Exit........................................... 65
Luggage Compartment...........................66
Power Decklid (If Equipped).................66
Power Door Locks......................................62
Remote Control.......................................... 62
Smart Unlocks ........................................... 64
Locks..........................................................62
M
Maintenance........................................263 General Information...............................263
Media Hub
..............................................125
Memory Function................................135 Easy Entry and Exit Function................137
Linking a Pre-Set Position to your
Remote Control or Intelligent Access
Key............................................................. 136
Saving a Pre-Set Position.....................136
Message Center See: Information Displays.....................100
Mirrors See: Heated Windows and Mirrors.....128
See: Windows and Mirrors......................87
Mobile Communications Equipment.............................................13
Moonroof..................................................91 Bounce-Back............................................... 92
Opening and Closing the Moonroof.................................................. 92
Retractable Panoramic Roof.................92
Venting the Moonroof..............................92
Motorcraft Parts.................................325
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