2015 LINCOLN MKT automatic transmission

Extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances as in
heavy commercial use (such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or
livery)
As required Change engine oil and filter as indicated by
the information display and perform services
listed in the Normal Scheduled Maintenance
chart.
Inspect frequently,
service as requiredReplace cabin air filter (if equipped).
Replace engine air filter.
Every 30000 miles
(48000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid (except
Focus).
Every 60000 miles
(96000 km)Replace spark plugs.
Operating in dusty or sandy conditions such as unpaved or
dusty roads
Inspect frequently,
service as requiredReplace cabin air filter (if equipped).
Replace engine air filter.
Every 5000 miles
(8000 km)Inspect the wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and
measure tread depth.
Every 5000 miles
(8000 km) or six
monthsChange engine oil and filter.
*
Perform multi-point inspection.
Every 30000 miles
(48000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid (except
Focus).
Every 50000 miles
(80000 km)Change manual transmission fluid.
*Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter
change. See theInstrument Clusterchapter.
Exclusive use of E85 (flex fuel vehicles only)
Every oil change If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full
with regular unleaded fuel.
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911 Assist™ ..............................427
A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................200
Accessing and using your
USB port ....................................405
Accessing your calendar ..........426
Accessory delay ........................103
Active Park Assist .....................206
Adaptive Cruise Control ...........216
Adding (pairing) a phone ........413
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ..........................................52
and child safety seats ..............53
description ................................52
disposal ......................................62
driver airbag ..............................52
passenger airbag .......................52
side airbag ...........................52, 57
Air cleaner filter .......310–311, 365
Air filter, cabin ..........................136
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................192
Ambient mood/lighting .............433
AM/FM .......................................392
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................296
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................200
Anti-theft system ..................83, 85
arming the system ..............83, 85
disarming a triggered system ..85
Audio system
Single CD ................................375
Audio system (see Radio) .......375Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................187
fluid, adding ....................301–302
fluid, checking ................301–302
fluid, refill capacities ..............361
fluid, specification ..................361
Selectshift (SST) ....................188
Auxiliary Input Jack .................401
Auxiliary powerpoint ................165
A/V inputs ..........................377, 409
B
Battery .......................................307
acid, treating emergencies .....307
jumping a disabled battery ....268
maintenance-free ....................307
replacement, specifications ...365
servicing ..................................307
Blind Spot Information
System .......................................231
Booster seats ...............................32
Brakes ........................................199
anti-lock ...................................200
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................200
brake warning light ................200
fluid, checking and adding ....306
fluid, refill capacities ..............361
fluid, specifications .................361
lubricant specifications ..........361
parking ....................................200
shift interlock ..........................190
trailer .......................................256
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....361
Cargo area shade ......................243
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Cargo net ...................................243
CD ..............................................375
CD player ..........................373, 403
CD voice commands .................404
Cell phone use ............................15
Changing a tire .........................350
Child safety restraints ..........24, 27
Child safety seats
automatic locking mode
(retractor) .................................41
LATCH .......................................24
Child safety seats -
booster seats ...............................32
Cleaning the touchscreen ........381
Cleaning your vehicle ...............317
engine compartment ..............319
instrument panel ....................321
interior .....................................321
plastic parts ............................318
washing ....................................317
waxing .....................................319
wheels ......................................323
wiper blades ............................320
Climate voice commands .........445
Clock ..................................375, 431
Collision Warning System .........236
Console ......................................168
overhead ..................................170
rear ..........................................168
Coolant ......................................296
checking and adding ..............296
refill capacities ........................361
specifications ..........................361
Cooler ........................................169
Cross Traffic Alert ....................231
Cruise control ...........................215Cupholder(s) .............................151
Customer Assistance ................265
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................370
Getting roadside assistance ...265
Getting the service you
need .........................................271
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................277
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................275
D
Defrost .......................................132
rear window ............................136
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..................................301–302
engine oil .................................295
Display settings .........................432
Drivebelt ....................................360
Driver alert ................................225
Driving under special
conditions ..................191, 193, 196
sand .........................................194
snow and ice ...........................197
through water .................195, 263
Dual automatic temperature
control (DATC) .........................132
E
Electronic message center .......116
Electronic stability control ......203
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................268
running out of fuel .................179
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System settings .........................434
T
Temperature control
(see Climate control) .......132, 443
Text messaging .........................415
Third-row power fold seat .......157
Tilt steering wheel ......................86
Tires ...........................329–330, 350
alignment ................................343
care ..........................................329
changing ..........................350, 352
checking the pressure ............339
inflating ...................................337
label .........................................336
replacing ..................................341
rotating ....................................344
safety practices .......................343
sidewall information ...............332
snow tires and chains ............344
spare tire .................................350
terminology .............................331
tire grades ...............................330
treadwear ........................330, 339
Touchscreen features
(climate) ....................................443
Towing .......................252, 259–260
recreational towing .................260
Trailer Brake
Controller-Integrated ..............256
trailer towing ..........................252
wrecker ....................................259
Traction control ........................201
Traffic preferences ...................450
Trailer Brake
Controller-Integrated ................256
Trailer sway control ..................253Transaxle
fluid, refill capacities ..............361
lubricant specifications ..........361
Transmission
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....190
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .....................301–302
Turn signal ................................100
U
USB port ............................377, 405
V
Vehicle health report ................429
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................366
Vehicle loading ..........................244
Ventilating your vehicle ...........175
Voice recognition ......................386
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .....110
Washer fluid ......................306–307
Water, Driving through .............263
Windows
power .......................................102
rear wiper/washer .....................92
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................91
checking and adding
fluid ..................................306–307
replacing wiper blades ...309–310
Wrecker towing .........................259
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