2015 LINCOLN MKS transmission

Note:
For vehicles with the EcoBoost engine,
move the air filter assembly aside to access
the transmission dipstick. See Moving the Air
Filter Assembly for more information.
5. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean with a dry, lint free clean rag. If necessary,
refer to the Under hood overview in this
chapter for the location of the dipstick.
6. Install the dipstick making sure you fully seat it in the filler tube by turning it to the
locked position.
7. Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid
level. The fluid should be in the
designated areas for normal operating
temperature.
Moving the Air Filter Assembly
(Accessing the Dipstick) WARNING
Do not run engine with the air filter
disconnected.
1. Switch the engine off. 2. Clean the area around the clamp that
connects the air filter assembly to the
rubber hose and then loosen it.
3. Remove the bolt cover. 4.
Remove two bolts that attach the air filter
assembly to the front of the vehicle.
5. Remove the harness retaining clip by pulling up.
6. Do not disconnect the sensor.
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7. Pull the air filter assembly up to
disconnect it from the seated grommets
located under the air filter assembly.
8. Rotate the air filter assembly 90 degrees
counterclockwise. Make sure the rubber
hose is still connected to the air filter
assembly.
9. Tighten the clamp.
You can now access the transmission fluid
level indicator. Checking the fluid level
Low fluid level If the fluid level is below the MIN range of the
dipstick, add fluid to reach the hash mark
level.
Note:
If the fluid level is below the MIN level,
do not drive the vehicle. An underfill condition
may cause shift or engagement concerns or
possible damage.
Correct fluid level Check the transmission fluid at the normal
operating temperatures between 180°F
(82°C) and 200°F (93°C) on a level surface.
Drive your vehicle until you warm it up to the
normal operating temperature after
approximately 20 mi (30 km).
Target the transmission fluid level within the
cross-hatch area if at the normal operating
temperature between 180°F (82°C) and
200°F (93°C).
High fluid level If the fluid level is above the MAX range of
the dipstick, remove fluid to reach the
hashmark level.
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Note:
Fluid level above the MAX level may
cause shift or engagement concerns or
possible damage. An overheating condition
can cause high fluid levels. If you operate your
vehicle for an extended period at high speeds,
in city traffic during hot weather or pulling a
trailer, you should switch your vehicle off until
your vehicle reaches normal operating
temperatures. Depending on vehicle use,
cooling times could take up to 30 minutes or
longer.
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid
Levels Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct
type is used. The type of fluid used is
normally indicated on the dipstick and in the
Technical Specifications section in this
chapter.
Note:
An overfill condition of transmission
fluid may cause shift or engagement concerns
or possible damage.
Do not use supplemental transmission fluid
additives, treatments or cleaning agents. The
use of these materials may affect
transmission operation and result in damage
to internal transmission components.
Reinstall the air filter assembly. After you
check the fluid level and adjust as necessary,
do the following:
1. Switch the engine off.
2. Loosen the clamp holding the air filter assembly to the rubber hose. 3. Seat the air filter assembly back into the
grommets by pushing down on the air
filter assembly.
4. Tighten the clamp.
5. Install and tighten the two bolts that attach the air filter assembly to the front
of the vehicle.
6. Install the bolt cover.
7. Reinstall the harness retaining clip into the front of the air filter assembly.
BRAKE FLUID CHECK
Fluid levels between the MIN and MAX lines
are within the normal operating range; there
is no need to add fluid. If the fluid levels are
outside of the normal operating range, the
performance of the system could be
compromised; seek service from your
authorized dealer immediately.
POWER STEERING FLUID CHECK
Your vehicle is equipped with an electric
power steering (EPS) system. There is no
fluid reservoir to check or fill.
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Tire Change Procedure
WARNINGS
When one of the front wheels is off the
ground, the transmission alone will not
prevent the vehicle from moving or
slipping off the jack, even if the transmission
is in park (P). To help prevent the vehicle from
moving when you change a tire, be sure
to place the transmission in park
(P),
set the parking brake and block (in both
directions) the wheel that is diagonally
opposite (other side and end of the vehicle)
to the tire being changed. Never get underneath a vehicle that is
supported only by a jack. If the vehicle
slips off the jack, you or someone else
could be seriously injured. Do not attempt to change a tire on the
side of the vehicle close to moving
traffic. Pull far enough off the road to
avoid the danger of being hit when operating
the jack or changing the wheel. WARNINGS
Always use the jack provided as original
equipment with your vehicle. If using a
jack other than the one provided as
original equipment with your vehicle, make
sure the jack capacity is adequate for the
vehicle weight, including any vehicle cargo
or modifications. 1. Park on a level surface, set the parking
brake and activate the hazard flashers.
2. Place the transmission in park
(P) and
turn the engine off. 3.
Lift the trunk cargo cover, and remove the
wing nut that secures the spare tire by
turning it counterclockwise.
4. Lift and remove the spare tire from the trunk.
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TRANSMISSION CODE
DESIGNATION The transmission code is on the Safety
Compliance Certification Label. The following
table shows the transmission code along with
the transmission description.
Code
Description
J
Six-speed automatic transmission (6F50)
C
Six-speed automatic transmission (6F55)
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Ford part number / Ford specification
Recommended fluids and
lubricants
Capacity
Item
XO-5W20-QSP or XO-5W20-QFS (U.S.)/ WSS-M2C945-A
Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil
6.0 qt (5.7 L)
3.7L engine oil
CXO-5W20-LSP12 or CXO-5W20-LFS12
(Canada) / WSS-M2C945-A
VC-3DIL-B (U.S.) / WSS-M97B44-D2
Motorcraft Orange Antifreeze/
Coolant Prediluted
11.4 qt (10.8 L)
3.5L EcoBoost engine coolant 2
CVC-3DIL-B (Canada) / WSS-M97B44-
D2
VC-3DIL-B (U.S.) / WSS-M97B44-D2
Motorcraft Orange Antifreeze/
Coolant Prediluted
11.1 qt (10.5 L)
3.7L engine coolant 2
CVC-3DIL-B (Canada) / WSS-M97B44-
D2
XY-80W90-QL (U.S.) / WSP-M2C197-A
Motorcraft SAE 80W-90
Premium Rear Axle Lubricant
2.4 pt (1.15L)
Rear differential (AWD) fluid
CXY-80W90-1L (Canada) / WSP-M2C197-
A
XY-75W140-QL / WSP-M2C197-A
Motorcraft SAE 75W-140
Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant
18 fl oz (0.53 L)
Power Transfer Unit (PTU)
fluid (AWD) 3
XT-10-QLVC (U.S.);
Motorcraft MERCON LV
11.6 qt (11 L)
3.5L EcoBoost engine
CXT-10-LV12 (Canada) / MERCON LV
Automatic transmission fluid
4,5
10.9 qt (10.3 L)
3.7L engine
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Ford part number / Ford specification
Recommended fluids and
lubricants
Capacity
Item
Automatic transmission fluid 4,5
ZC-32-B2 (U.S.) / WSS-M14P19-A
Motorcraft Premium Windshield
Wash Concentrate with Bitterant (U.S.)
Fill as required
Windshield washer fluid
CXC-37-(A, B, D, and F) (Canada) / WSS-M14P19-A
Premium Quality Windshield
Washer Fluid (Canada)
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—
19.0 gal (71.9 L)
Fuel tank
YN-19 (U.S.) / WSH-M17B19-A
Motorcraft R-134a Refrigerant
1.63 lb (0.74 kg)
3.5L EcoBoost Engine A/C
refrigerant CYN-16-R (Canada) / WSH-M17B19-A
YN-19 (U.S.) / WSH-M17B19-A
Motorcraft R-134a Refrigerant
1.43 lb (0.65 kg)
3.7L Engine A/C refrigerant
CYN-16-R (Canada) / WSH-M17B19-A
YN-12-D /
Motorcraft PAG Refrigerant
Compressor Oil
5.2 fl oz (153.8 ml)
A/C refrigerant compressor oil
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Ford part number / Ford specification
Recommended fluids and
lubricants
Capacity
Item
WSH-M1C231-B
1 Ford recommends using DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance 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 Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.
3 Contact an authorized dealer for fluid level checking or filling.
4 Make sure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick blade or the dipstick
handle. Before adding, check the container to verify the fluid is of the correct type. Refer to your scheduled maintenance information to
determine the correct service interval.
Note: Automatic transmissions that require MERCON LV should only use MERCON LV fluid. Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid
may cause transmission damage.
5 Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. Use the
indication on the dipstick, showing the normal operating range, to determine the amount of transmission fluid and the fluid level.
Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Only use fluid that meets Ford specifications. Motor oils of the recommended
viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines are also acceptable. Do not use oil
labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark.
Do not use supplemental engine oil additives because they are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that may not be covered by
your vehicle warranty.
An oil that displays this symbol conforms to current engine, emission system and fuel economy performance standards of the International
Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC):
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