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•Lubricate hood latch, all door latches and trunk lid hinges with a light
grade oil.
•Cover interior trim to prevent fading.
•Keep all rubber parts free from oil and solvents.
Engine
•The engine oil and filter should be changed prior to storage, as used
engine oil contains contaminates that may cause engine damage.
•Start the engine every 15 days. Run at fast idle until it reaches normal
operating temperature.
•With your foot on the brake, shift through all the gears while the
engine is running.
Fuel system
•Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel until the first automatic shutoff
of the fuel pump nozzle.
Cooling system
•Protect against freezing temperatures.
•When removing vehicle from storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm there are no cooling system leaks, and fluid is at the
recommended level.
Battery
•Check and recharge as necessary. Keep connections clean.
•If storing your vehicle for more than 30 days without recharging the
battery, it may be advisable to disconnect the battery cables to ensure
battery charge is maintained for quick starting.
Note:If battery cables are disconnected, it will be necessary to reset
memory features.
Brakes
•Make sure brakes and parking brake are fully released.
Tires
•Maintain recommended air pressure.
Miscellaneous
•Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and pins under vehicle are
covered with grease to prevent rust.
•Move vehicles at least 25 feet (8 meters) every 15 days to lubricate
working parts and prevent corrosion.
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WARNING: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.
Note:Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is
being jacked.
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 carpeted load floor panel
located in the rear of the vehicle.
4. Remove the spare tire cover and
foam spacer (if equipped).
5. Remove the wing nut securing
the spare tire by turning it
counterclockwise.
6. Remove the washer, temporary
spare and jack assembly from the
cargo area
7. Block the diagonally opposite
wheel.
8. Loosen each wheel lug nut
one-half turn counterclockwise but
do not remove them until the wheel
is raised off the ground.
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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Engine 3.7L V6 engine
Cubic inches 227
Required fuel Minimum 87 octane
Firing order 1–4–2–5–3–6
Ignition system Coil on plug
Compression ratio 10.5:1
Spark plug gap 0.049–0.053 inch (1.25–1.35 mm)
Engine drivebelt routing
1. Short drivebelt is on first pulley
groove closest to engine.
2. Long drivebelt is on second pulley groove farthest from engine.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number /
Ford specification
Brake fluid
1
Between MIN and
MAX on reservoirMotorcraft High
Performance DOT 4 Low
Viscosity Motor Vehicle
Brake FluidPM-20 /
WSS-M6C65-A2
Door weatherstrips — Silicone Spray LubricantXL-6 /
ESR-M13P4-A
Hinges, latches,
striker plates and
rotors, seat tracks,
fuel filler door hinge
and spring—Multi-Purpose Grease
(Lithium grease)Motorcraft XL-5 (aerosol)
or CRCSL3151ESB /
ESB-M1C93-B
Lock cylinders —Motorcraft Penetrating
and Lock LubricantXL-1 /
None
Engine oil
2,3
3.7L engine
6.0 quarts (5.7L)Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
Synthetic Blend Motor Oil
or Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
Fully Synthetic Motor OilXO–5W20–QSP or
XO-5W20–QFS (U.S.);
CXO-5W20–LSP12 or
CXO-5W20–LFS12
(Canada) /
WSS-M2C945-A
Engine coolant
4,5,6
3.7L engine
11.7 quarts
(11.1L)
4,5
Motorcraft Orange
Antifreeze/Coolant
PredilutedVC-3DIL-B (U.S.);
CVC-3DIL-B (Canada) /
WSS-M97B44-D2
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Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number /
Ford specification
Air conditioning
refrigerant
10
1.27 lb (0.58kg)Motorcraft R-134a
RefrigerantYN-19 (U.S.);
CYN-16- R (Canada) /
WSH-M17B19-A
Air conditioning
compressor oil
10
4.0 fl oz (118.3ml)Motorcraft PAG
Refrigerant Compressor
OilYN-12-D /
WSH-M1C231-B
1Ford recommends using Motorcraft (Ford) DOT 4 Low Viscosity 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.2Use 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
An oil that displays the API Certification Mark symbol conforms to current engine, emission
system and fuel economy performance standards of the International Lubricant Standardization
and Approval Committee (ILSAC).3Do not use supplemental engine oil additives. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine
damage that is not covered by Ford’s warranty.4Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.5Indicates only approximate dry fill capacity. Some applications may vary.6Engine coolant with trailer tow package - 11.9 quarts (11.3L)
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Motorcraft part numbers
Component 3.7L V6 engine
Air filter element FA-1884
Battery BXT-65-650
Oil filter FL-500-S
Spark plugs SP-520
Cabin air filter FP65
Seat air filter FS-104
Windshield wiper bladeWW-2601-PF (driver side)
WW-2001-PF (passenger side)
WW-1401-PF (rear)
We recommend Motorcraft replacement parts available at your Lincoln
dealer or at fordparts.com for scheduled maintenance. These parts meet
or exceed Ford Motor Company’s specifications and are engineered for
your vehicle. Use of other parts may impact vehicle performance,
emissions and durability. Your warranty may be void for any damage
related to use of other parts.
If a Motorcraft oil filter is not available, use an oil filter that meets
industry performance specification SAE/USCAR-36.
For spark plug replacement, contact an authorized dealer. Replace the
spark plugs at the appropriate intervals. SeeScheduled Maintenance.
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
The vehicle identification number is
located on the driver’s side
instrument panel.
Please note that in the graphic,
XXXX is representative of your
vehicle identification number.
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the following
information:
A. World manufacturer identifier
B. Brake system / Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint
Devices and their location
C. Make, vehicle line, series, body
type
D. Engine type
E. Check digit
F. Model year
G. Assembly plant
H. Production sequence number.
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
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•Cargo area protector
•Bumper protector
•Wheel locks
•Hitch-mounted parking sensors*
•Car cover*
*The accessory manufacturer designs, develops and therefore warrants
Lincoln Licensed Accessories, and does not design or test these
accessories to Lincoln Motor Company engineering requirements.
Contact an authorized Lincoln dealer for the manufacturer’s limited
warranty details, and request a copy of the Lincoln Licensed Accessories
product limited warranty from the accessory manufacturer.
For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in
mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle:
•When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your
vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of
the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety
Compliance Certification label). Ask an authorized dealer for specific
weight information.
•The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio
Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobile
communications systems that are equipped with radio transmitters, for
example, two-way radios, telephones and theft alarms. Any such
equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio
Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulations and should be
installed only by an authorized dealer.
•An authorized dealer needs to install mobile communications systems.
Improper installation may harm the operation of your vehicle,
particularly if their manufacturer did not design the mobile
communication device specifically for automotive use.
•If you or an authorized Lincoln dealer add any non-Lincoln electrical
or electronic accessories or components to the vehicle, you may
adversely affect battery performance and durability. In addition, you
may adversely affect the performance of other electrical systems in
the vehicle.
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