
Ford part number / Ford
specification
Ford part name or
equivalent
Capacity
Item
/WSS-M2C31-B2
1 Ford recommends using Motorcraft (Ford) DOT 4 LV High Performance Motor Vehicle
Brake Fluid or equivalent meeting WSS-M6C65-A2. Use of any fluid other than \
the
recommended fluid may cause degraded brake performance and not meet the Ford
performance standards. Keep brake fluid clean and dry. Contamination with dirt, water,
petroleum products or other materials may result in brake system damage and possible
failure.
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 servic\
e interval. See
Scheduled Maintenance (page 412).
4 The design of your engine allows for the use of Motorcraft engine oils o\
r equivalent oils
that meet Ford specifications. It is also acceptable to use an engine oi\
l of recommended
viscosity grade that meets API SN requirements and displays the API cert\
ification mark
for gasoline engines.
5 Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, cleaners or other engine t\
reatments. They
are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage not covered by Ford warr\
anty.
6 Do not use API S category oils labeled as SN, SM, SL or lower category u\
nless the label
also displays the API certification mark. These oils do not meet the req\
uirements of the
engine and emission system.
7 You can use 5W-20 oil if 0W-20 oil is not available.
8 Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.
9 See the warning below: WARNING
The air conditioning refrigerant system contains refrigerant R-134a unde\
r high
pressure. Opening the air conditioning refrigerant system can cause personal inj\
ury.
Have the air conditioning refrigerant system serviced only by qualified \
personnel. 308
MKZ (CC9) Capacities and Specifications

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.
414
MKZ (CC9) 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 lamps operation
Tires for wear and proper 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 tir\
e sealant expiration
Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
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MKZ (CC9) Scheduled Maintenance

Normal scheduled maintenance
1, 2
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake linings,
hoses and parking brake.
Inspect engine cooling system and motor/electronics
cooling system strength and hoses.
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect half-shaft boots.
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and tie-
rod ends.
Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
1 Do not exceed one year or 10000 miles (16000 kilometers) between service interv\
als.
2 Perform multi-point inspection (recommended).
3 Reset the oil monitoring system after engine oil and filter changes. See Engine Oil
Check
(page 254). Other maintenance items
*
Replace cabin air filter.
Every 20000 miles (32000
km)
Replace engine air filter.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Change engine coolant and motor/electronics coolant. **
At 100000 miles (160000
km)
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MKZ (CC9) Scheduled Maintenance

Brake Fluid Check...................................260
Brakes..........................................................174
General Information.......................................174
Breaking-In................................................223
Bulb Specification Chart........................265
C
Cabin Air Filter...........................................126
California Proposition 65............................11
Capacities and Specifications..............302
Technical Specifications..............................306
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior..........................268
Center Console.........................................146
Changing a Bulb
......................................264
Lamp Assembly Condensation..................264
Replacing Bulbs.............................................265
Changing a Fuse......................................249 Fuses................................................................249
Changing the 12V Battery.....................260
Changing the Engine Air Filter.............267 ........................................................................\
....267
Changing the Wiper Blades..................262
Checking MyKey System Status.............55
Checking the Wiper Blades..................262
Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance ..............................................
37
Child Safety...................................................14
General Information..........................................14
Child Safety Locks.....................................28 Left-Hand Side..................................................28
Right-Hand Side...............................................28
Child Seat Positioning
...............................26
Cleaning Leather Seats..........................272
Cleaning Products...................................268
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels....................272
Cleaning the Engine...............................269 Cleaning the Exterior..............................268
Cleaning Plastic Exterior Parts...................269
Exterior Chrome............................................269
Stripes or Graphics (if equipped)...............268
Underbody......................................................269
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens........................271
Cleaning the Interior...............................270
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades......................................................270
Clearing All MyKeys...................................54
Climate........................................................376 Climate Control Voice Commands............378
Climate Control
..........................................124
Collision, Damage or Fire Event..........229 Guidance for Ford Motor Company Electric
and Hybrid-Electric Vehicles Equipped
With High Voltage Batteries...................229
Collision Warning System.......................210 PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION........................
210
Coolant Check See: Engine Coolant Check.......................
255
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator.....................................................46
Creating a MyKey
.......................................54
Programming/Changing Configurable
Settings..........................................................54
Cruise Control
.............................................72
Principle of Operation....................................191
Type 1..................................................................72
Type 2.................................................................72
Cruise control See: Using Cruise Control.............................191
Customer Assistance..............................232
D
Data Recording
..............................................9
Event Data Recording......................................10
Service Data Recording....................................9
Daytime Running Lamps...........................79
Direction Indicators
.....................................81
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Drive Control..............................................212
LINCOLN DRIVE CONTROL........................212
Driver Alert
.................................................199
Using Driver Alert...........................................199
Driver and Passenger Airbags................40 Children and Airbags.......................................41
Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating
Adjustment....................................................40
Driver Knee Airbag
....................................45
Driving Aids................................................199
Driving Hints..............................................223
Driving Through Water...........................223
DRL See: Daytime Running Lamps.......................
79
E
Economical Driving
..................................223
Electric Parking Brake..............................175 Applying the electric parking brake..........
175
Applying the electric parking brake when the vehicle is moving................................176
Battery With No Charge................................177
Releasing the electric parking brake.........176
Electric Vehicle Information
...................361
Power................................................................362
Emission Control System........................164 On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)...................
165
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing..........................................................165
End User License Agreement
...............391
SYNC® End User License Agreement
(EULA)...........................................................391
Engine Block Heater................................150 Using the Engine Block Heater...................151 Engine Coolant Check...........................255
Adding Coolant..............................................256
Adding Engine Coolant................................257
Adding Inverter System Controller
Coolant........................................................257
Checking the Engine Coolant....................255
Checking the Inverter System Controller Coolant........................................................255
Engine Coolant and Inverter System Controller Coolant....................................255
Recycled Engine Coolant............................258
Severe Climates.............................................258
What You Should Know About Fail-Safe Cooling........................................................258
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System....................
67
Engine Oil Check
.....................................254
Adding Engine Oil.........................................254
Engine Oil Dipstick
..................................254
Engine Specifications.............................302
Entertainment............................................334 A/V Inputs........................................................353
AM/FM Radio..................................................336
Bluetooth Audio.............................................353
Browsing Device Content ............................334
CD......................................................................347
SD Card Slot and USB Port.........................348
Sirius® Satellite Radio (If Activated)..........342
Supported Media Players, Formats and Metadata Information...............................352
EPB See: Electric Parking Brake..........................175
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording..........................................9
Export Unique Options..............................13
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W
Warning Lamps and Indicators................91
Adaptive Cruise Control.................................92
Anti-Lock Braking System..............................92
Battery................................................................92
Blind Spot Monitor...........................................92
Brake System....................................................92
Cruise Control...................................................92
Direction Indicator...........................................92
Door Ajar............................................................92
Electric Park Brake..........................................93
Engine Oil...........................................................93
Engine or Motor Coolant
Temperature.................................................93
Fasten Safety Belt............................................93
Front Airbag.......................................................93
Grade Assist......................................................93
Heads Up Display............................................93
High Beam.........................................................93
Hood Ajar...........................................................93
Lane Keeping Aid.............................................93
Low Fuel Level..................................................93
Low Tire Pressure Warning...........................94
Low Washer Fluid.............................................94
Parking Lamps..................................................94
Powertrain Fault...............................................94
Ready to Drive..................................................94
Service Engine Soon.......................................94
Stability Control................................................95
Stability Control Off.........................................95
Stop Safely.........................................................95
Trunk Ajar...........................................................95
Washer Fluid Check
................................260
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior..........................268
See: Wipers and Washers..............................74
Waxing........................................................269
Wheels and Tires.....................................276 Technical Specifications...............................301
Windows and Mirrors................................83
Windshield Washers..................................75 Windshield Wipers......................................74
Intermittent Wipe..............................................74
Speed Dependent Wipers.............................
74
Wipers and Washers..................................74
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