2014 LINCOLN MKS cooling

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, discolored fluids that also show signs of
overheating and foreign material contamination should be inspected
immediately by a qualified expert, such as the factory-trained technicians
at your dealership. Your vehicle’s oils and fluids should be changed 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
Certain basic maintenance checks and inspections should be performed
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.
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag, safety belt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as
necessary.
Scheduled Maintenance439
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Normal scheduled maintenance*
At every oil change
interval as indicated by
the information displayChange engine oil and filter.**
Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure
tread depth.
Perform multi-point inspection
(recommended).
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level.
Consult dealer for requirements.
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums,
brake linings, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect cabin air filter.
Inspect engine cooling system strength and
hoses.
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect rear axle and U-joints. Lubricate if
equipped with grease fittings (All-wheel drive
vehicles).
Inspect half-shaft boots.
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints,
suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and
U-joints. Lubricate if equipped with grease
fittings.
Inspect wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
*Do not exceed one year or 10000 miles (16000 kilometers) between
service intervals.
**Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter
change. See theInstrument Clusterchapter.
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End user license agreement ....419
Engine ........................................323
cleaning ...................................289
coolant .....................................267
fail-safe cooling .......................271
idle speed control ...................278
lubrication specifications .......324
refill capacities ........................324
service points ..........................265
Engine block heater .................152
Engine oil
checking and adding ..............266
dipstick ....................................266
filter, specifications ................328
refill capacities ........................324
specifications ..........................324
Event data recording ..................12
Exhaust fumes ..........................151
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Fail safe cooling ........................271
Fleet MyKey programming ........64
Floor mats .................................238
Fluid capacities .........................324
Forward and reverse sensing
system ........................................183
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road .......................170
Fuel
cap ...........................................158
capacity ...................................324
choosing the right fuel ...........155
filler funnel .............................156
filling your vehicle with fuel ..158
filter, specifications ........277, 328
fuel pump shut-off ..................241
octane rating ...................156, 323quality ......................................155
running out of fuel .................156
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................154
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle (FFV)...155
Fuses ..................................253–254
G
Garage door opener ..................140
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............158
Gauges .......................................102
H
Hazard flashers .........................241
HD Radio™ ...............................354
Headlamps
aiming ......................................282
bulb specifications ..................286
flash to pass ..............................87
high beam ...........................87, 89
Head restraints .........................129
Heated steering wheel ..............404
Heating ......................................123
Help ............................................403
Homelink wireless control
system ........................................140
Hood ..........................................263
How to use voice commands ...348
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Ignition .......................................323
Illuminated visor mirror .......98–99
Information displays .................108
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