2015 LINCOLN MKS brake fluid

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 and safety belt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
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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 air conditioning hoses
Engine air filter
Suspension components for leaks or damage
Exhaust system
Steering and linkage
Exterior lamps operation
Tires (including spare) 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 tire sealant expiration Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
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When to expect the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message
Vehicle use and example
Interval
Extended hot or cold operation Extreme
3000-4999 miles
(4800-7999 km) Maximum load or towing
Extreme hot or cold operation
Maintenance Intervals At every oil change interval as indicated by the information display
*
Change engine oil and filter. **
Rotate the tires.
Perform a multi-point inspection (recommended).
Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level. Consult your dealer for requirements.
Inspect the brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake linings, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect the engine cooling system strength and hoses.
Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect the rear axle and U-joints. Lubricate any areas with grease fittings (All-wheel drive vehicles).
Inspect the half-shaft boots.
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A
A/C
See: Climate Control.............................................. 105
About This Manual................................................7 Protecting the Environment..................................... 7
ABS See: Brakes................................................................. 147
ABS driving hints See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes...................................................................... 147
Accessories.........................................................373 Exterior style.............................................................. 373
Interior style............................................................... 373
Lifestyle....................................................................... 373
Peace of mind........................................................... 373
Accessories See: Replacement Parts Recommendation......11
ACC See: Using Adaptive Cruise Control.................. 164
Active Park Assist..............................................155 Automatic Steering into Parking Space...........157
Deactivating the Park Assist Feature...............158
Troubleshooting the System............................... 158
Using Active Park Assist........................................ 156
Adaptive Headlamps.........................................75
Adjusting the Headlamps..............................251 Horizontal Aim Adjustment................................ 252
Vertical Aim Adjustment....................................... 251
Adjusting the Pedals.........................................68 Adjusting the Steering Wheel........................65
Easy Entry and Exit Feature................................... 65
Memory Feature........................................................ 65
AFS See: Adaptive Headlamps...................................... 75
Airbag Disposal...................................................44
Air Conditioning See: Climate Control.............................................. 105
Alarm See: Anti-Theft Alarm............................................. 64
All-Wheel Drive
..................................................142
Ambient Lighting.................................................77
Anti-Theft Alarm................................................64 Arming the Alarm...................................................... 64
Disarming the Alarm................................................ 64
Appendices.........................................................375
Audible Warnings and Indicators.................86 Headlamps On Warning Chime........................... 87
Key in Ignition Warning Chime............................. 86
Keyless Warning Alert.............................................. 87
Parking Brake On Warning Chime....................... 87
Audio Control
.......................................................65
Seek and Media ........................................................ 66
Audio System....................................................299 General Information.............................................. 299
Audio Unit
...........................................................300
Autolamps..............................................................71 Windshield Wiper Activated Headlamps..........72
Automatic Climate Control
...........................105
Automatic High Beam Control.......................74 Activating the System.............................................. 74
Manually Overriding the System.......................... 75Automatic Transmission
................................139
Automatic Transmission Adaptive
Learning................................................................... 141
Brake-Shift Interlock.............................................. 140
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or Snow........................................................................\
. 141
SelectShift Automatic ™ Transmission...........139
Understanding the Positions of Your Automatic Transmission.................................. 139
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check.......244 6F50/6F55 Transmission.................................... 244
Autowipers............................................................69
Auxiliary Power Points
.....................................123
110 Volt AC Power Point......................................... 123
12 Volt DC Power Point........................................... 123
Locations..................................................................... 123
AWD See: All-Wheel Drive............................................... 142
B
Blind Spot Information System....................176 Blind Spot Information System (BLIS ™) with
Cross Traffic Alert................................................ 176
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood...............234
Booster Seats
........................................................21
Types of Booster Seats............................................ 22
Brake Fluid Check
.............................................247
Brakes.....................................................................147 General Information................................................ 147
Breaking-In.........................................................204
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Memory Function...............................................114
Easy Entry and Exit Feature.................................. 115
Linking a Preset Position to Your Remote Control or Intelligent Access Key................... 114
Saving a Preset Position......................................... 114
Message Center See: Information Displays...................................... 88
Mirrors See: Heated Windows and Mirrors.................... 107
See: Windows and Mirrors..................................... 78
Mobile Communications Equipment...........12
Moonroof................................................................81 Bounce-Back.............................................................. 82
Opening and Closing the Moonroof................... 82
Opening and Closing the Sunscreen.................82
Venting the Moonroof.............................................. 82
Motorcraft Parts
................................................291
MyKey Troubleshooting....................................54
MyKey ™
.................................................................50
Principle of Operation............................................. 50
MyLincoln Touch ™
..........................................303
General Information.............................................. 303N
Navigation...........................................................364
cityseekr..................................................................... 366
Map Mode................................................................. 368
Navigation Map Updates....................................... 371
Navigation Voice Commands.............................. 371
Point of Interest (POI) Categories.................... 365
Quick-touch Buttons............................................. 370
Setting a Destination............................................ 364
Setting Your Navigation Preferences...............367
Normal Scheduled Maintenance
...............396
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor®.............................. 396
Maintenance Intervals........................................... 397
O
Oil Change Indicator Reset...........................240
Oil Check See: Engine Oil Check........................................... 239
Opening and Closing the Hood...................234
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature...........................................................216
Obtaining a French Owner ’s Manual................216
Overhead Console.............................................125
P
Parking Aid
...........................................................153
Front Sensing System............................................ 154
Rear Sensing System.............................................. 153
Parking Aids
.........................................................153 Parking Brake
......................................................148
Passive Anti-Theft System.............................63 SecuriLock.................................................................... 63
PATS See: Passive Anti-Theft System.......................... 63
Pedals.....................................................................68
Perchlorate..............................................................11
Personal Safety System ™
...............................35
How Does the Personal Safety System
Work?........................................................................\
35
Phone
...................................................................344
Making Calls............................................................. 346
Pairing Subsequent Phones............................... 346
Pairing Your Phone for the First Time.............345
Phone Menu Options............................................. 347
Phone Settings........................................................ 348
Phone Voice Commands..................................... 349
Receiving Calls......................................................... 346
Text Messaging........................................................ 347
Post-Crash Alert System.................................211
Power Door Locks See: Locking and Unlocking.................................. 56
Power Seats..........................................................111 Multi-Contour Front Seats With Active Motion
(If Equipped).......................................................... 113
Power Lumbar............................................................ 113
Power Steering Fluid Check..........................247
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Using Stability Control....................................152
AdvanceTrac® .......................................................... 152
Using Traction Control....................................150 Switching the System Off Using a
Switch..................................................................... 150
Switching the System Off Using the Information Display Controls......................... 150
System Indicator Lights and Messages..........150
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only).................................................215
V
Vehicle Care
........................................................257
General Information............................................... 257
Vehicle Certification Label
............................292
Vehicle Identification Number......................291
Vehicle Storage
.................................................262
Battery........................................................................\
. 263
Body........................................................................\
..... 262
Brakes........................................................................\
.. 263
Cooling system........................................................ 262
Engine........................................................................\
.. 262
Fuel system............................................................... 262
General....................................................................... 262
Miscellaneous.......................................................... 263
Removing Vehicle From Storage....................... 263
Tires........................................................................\
...... 263
Ventilation See: Climate Control.............................................. 105
VIN See: Vehicle Identification Number.................. 291Voice Control
........................................................66
W
Warning Lamps and Indicators.....................84 Adaptive Cruise Control.......................................... 84
Anti-Lock Braking System..................................... 84
Battery........................................................................\
... 84
Brake System.............................................................. 84
Cruise Control............................................................. 84
Direction Indicator.................................................... 84
Door Ajar....................................................................... 84
Engine Coolant Temperature............................... 85
Engine Oil..................................................................... 85
Fasten Safety Belt..................................................... 85
Front Airbag................................................................. 85
Front Fog Lamps....................................................... 85
Grade Assist................................................................ 85
Heads Up Display...................................................... 85
High Beam................................................................... 85
Low Fuel Level............................................................ 85
Low Tire Pressure Warning.................................... 85
Low Washer Fluid...................................................... 85
Parking Lamps........................................................... 86
Powertrain Fault........................................................ 86
Service Engine Soon................................................ 86
Stability Control......................................................... 86
Stability Control Off................................................. 86
Washer Fluid Check
.........................................248
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior.................................... 257
See: Wipers and Washers...................................... 69Waxing
..................................................................
258
Wheel Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel............................. 283
Wheels and Tires.............................................264 Technical Specifications...................................... 288
Windows and Mirrors.........................................78
Windshield Washers
..........................................70
Windshield Wipers.............................................69
Wipers and Washers.........................................69
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