Driving Hints 262
Economical driving....................................262
Floormats..........................................263
Roadside Emergencies 265
Getting roadside assistance..............................265
Hazard warning flashers................................267
Fuel cut-off switch....................................267
Jump-starting the vehicle...............................268
Customer Assistance 271
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only).......................278
Reporting safety defects (Canada only).....................278
Fuses 279
Changing a fuse......................................279
Fuse specification chart................................280
Maintenance 289
General information...................................289
Opening and closing the hood............................290
Under hood overview..................................291
Engine oil dipstick....................................295
Engine oil check......................................295
Engine coolant check..................................296
Automatic transmission fluid check........................301
Brake fluid check.....................................306
Fuel filter...........................................306
Washer fluid check....................................307
Battery ............................................307
Checking the wiper blades..............................309
Air filter(s).........................................310
Adjusting the headlamps................................312
Changing a bulb......................................313
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ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Vehicles Sold in the United States: Getting Roadside Assistance
If you ever need help on the road, the Lincoln Motor Company is there
for you with nationwide, 24-hours-a-day, seven-days-a-week assistance.
The service is available:
•Throughout the life of the vehicle for original owners.
•For six years or 70000 miles (112655 kilometers) (whichever comes
first) within the extended powertrain warranty coverage period for
subsequent owners.
•For the coverage period listed on the Roadside Assistance Card
included in your Owner’s Manual portfolio.
This complimentary Roadside Assistance program is separate from the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty, and includes:
•A flat tire change with a good spare (except vehicles supplied with a
tire inflation kit).
•Battery jump start.
•Lock-out assistance (key replacement cost is the customer’s
responsibility).
•Fuel delivery – independent service contractors, if not prohibited by
state, local or municipal law, shall deliver up to 2.0 gallons (7.5 liters)
of gasoline or 5.0 gallons (18.9 liters) of diesel fuel to a disabled
vehicle. Roadside Assistance limits fuel delivery service to two
no-charge occurrences within a 12-month period.
•Winch out – available within 100 feet (30.5 meters) of a paved or
county maintained road, no recoveries.
•Towing – Lincoln eligible vehicles to the client’s selling or preferred
dealer within 100 miles (161 kilometers) of the disablement location
or to the nearest Lincoln dealer. If a client requests a tow to a selling
or preferred dealer that is more than 100 miles (161 kilometers) from
the disablement location, the client shall be responsible for any
mileage costs in excess of 100 miles (161 kilometers).
Roadside Assistance will include up to $200 coverage for a towed trailer
if the disabled eligible vehicle requires service at the nearest authorized
dealer. If the towing vehicle is operational but the trailer is not, then the
trailer does not qualify for any roadside services.
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JUMP-STARTING THE VEHICLE
WARNING:The gases around the battery can explode if exposed
to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in
injury or vehicle damage.
WARNING:Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin,
eyes and clothing, if contacted.
Do not attempt to push-start your automatic transmission vehicle.
Automatic transmissions do not have push-start capability. Attempting to
push-start a vehicle with an automatic transmission may cause
transmission damage.
When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the
automatic transmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, the
transmission may exhibit a combination of firm and soft shifts. This
operation is considered normal and will not affect function or durability
of the transmission. Over time, the adaptive learning process will fully
update transmission operation.
Preparing Your Vehicle
Note:Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle.
Note:Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could
damage the vehicle’s electrical system.
1. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle
making sure the two vehicles do not touch. Set the parking brake on
both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving
parts.
2. Check all battery terminals. Remove the positive terminal cover (if
equipped) and any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery
cables. Ensure that vent caps are tight and level.
3. Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect from any electrical
surges. Turn all other accessories off.
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Jump Starting
1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at a
moderately increased speed.
2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.
3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for an
additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables.
Removing the Jumper Cables
Note:In the illustration, the vehicle on the bottom is used to designate
the assisting (boosting) battery.
Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were
connected.
1. Remove the jumper cable from
the ground metal surface.
2. Remove the jumper cable on the
negative (-) terminal of the booster
vehicle’s battery.
3. Remove the jumper cable from
the positive (+) terminal of the
booster vehicle’s battery.
4. Remove the jumper cable from
the positive (+) terminal of the
disabled vehicle’s battery.
After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables
removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can
relearn its idle conditions.
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Rental Car Reimbursement
1st Day Rental Benefit
You take advantage of replacement transportation if your vehicle is at the
dealership for same day covered repairs.
Extended Rental Benefits
If your vehicle is kept overnight for covered repairs, you are eligible for
rental car coverage, including Bumper to Bumper warranty repairs, or
Field Service Actions.
Roadside Assistance
Exclusive 24/7 roadside assistance, including:
•Towing, flat-tire change and battery jump starts.
•Out of fuel and lock-out assistance.
•Travel expense reimbursement for lodging, meals and rental car.
•Destination assistance for taxi, shuttle, rental car coverage and
emergency transportation.
Transferable Coverage
If you sell your vehicle before your Ford Extended Service Plan coverage
expires, you can transfer any remaining coverage to the new owner.
Whenever you sell your vehicle, prospective buyers may have a higher
degree of confidence that vehicle was properly maintained with Ford
ESP, thereby improving resale value!
Avoid the Rising cost of vehicle maintenance
Ford Extended Service Plan also offers a Premium Maintenance Plan
that covers all scheduled maintenance, and selected wear items. The
coverage is prepaid, so you never have to worry about affording your
vehicle’s maintenance. It covers regular checkups, routine inspections,
preventative care and replacement of select items that require periodic
attention for normal wear:
•Windshield Wiper Blades.
•Spark Plugs (except in California).
•The Clutch Disc.
•Brake Pads and Linings.
•Shock Absorbers.
•Belts and Hoses.
•Diesel Exhaust Fluid Replenishment.
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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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Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................186
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................321
cluster ......................................110
Intelligent Access Key ................64
J
Jack ............................................350
positioning ...............................350
storage .....................................350
Jump-starting your vehicle ......268
K
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................75
keypad .......................................81
locking and unlocking doors ....82
programming entry code .........81
Keys .............................................83
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ................315
headlamps, flash to pass ..........93
interior lamps .........................100
replacing bulbs .......................314
Lane keeping system ................227
LATCH anchors ...........................24
Liftgate ........................................77
Lights, warning and indicator ..110
Lincoln adaptive drive ..............240
Listening to music ....................390
Load limits .................................244Locks
autolock .....................................75
childproof ..................................36
doors ..........................................73
Lubricant specifications ...........361
Lug nuts ....................................357
M
Making and receiving calls .......413
MAP DVD - Loading and
Unloading ..................................413
Map icons ..................................454
Map mode ..................................452
Map preferences .......................450
Map updates ......................384, 455
Message center .........................116
warning messages ...................122
Mirrors ...............................104, 106
fold away .................................104
programmable memory ............65
side view mirrors (power) .....104
Moon roof ..................................108
Motorcraft® parts .............317, 365
MyFord Touch™ system ..........378
MyKey ..........................................69
MyLincoln Touch™ system ......375
N
Navigation features ...................446
Navigation voice commands ....456
Notifications ..............................426
O
Octane rating ............................179
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Safety restraints ..............39, 41, 43
Belt-Minder® ............................44
extension assembly ..................43
for adults .............................39, 41
for children ...............................19
inflatable safety belt .................46
Occupant Classification
Sensor ........................................54
safety belt maintenance ...........48
seat belt maintenance ..............48
warning light and chime ..........44
Safety restraints -
LATCH anchors ...........................24
Safety seats for children ............19
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................367
Satellite Radio ...................375, 398
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
Normal Scheduled
Maintenance and Log .............481
SD card ......................377, 405, 446
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) ...............39
Seats ..........................................149
child safety seats ......................19
climate control ................146, 148
easy access/easyout feature ..145
front seats ...............142, 146–147
heated ......................................146
memory seat .....................65, 144
second row seats ............149, 154
third row seats ........154, 156–157
Second-row power fold seat ....151
SecuriCode keyless entry
system ..........................................80
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ..........................................83
Sending new text messages .....415Setting a destination ................446
Setting a destination by
voice ...........................................447
Settings ......................................431
Setting the clock ...............375, 431
Side air curtain ...........................59
Side-curtain airbags system .......59
SIRIUS® satellite radio ............398
SIRIUS satellite radio voice
commands .................................400
SIRIUS Travel Link ...................423
SIRIUS Travel Link voice
commands .................................425
SOS Post Crash Alert .................51
Spare tire
(see Changing the Tire) ...........352
Spark plugs,
specifications .............359–360, 365
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................361
Stability system .........................203
Starting your vehicle ................172
jump starting ..........................268
push button start system .......171
Steering wheel ............................86
controls ......................................87
tilting .........................................86
Sun visor ....................................107
Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) (see airbags) ....................52
Supported media file types ......408
Supported player, media
formats and metadata
information ................................408
SYNC® Services ........................419
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