2016 LINCOLN MKS recommended oil

When the oil change message appears in the
information display, it is time for an oil
change. Make sure you perform the oil change
within two weeks or 500 miles (800
kilometers) of the message appearing. Make
sure you reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor
after each oil change. See (page 89).
If your information display resets prematurely
or becomes inoperative, you should perform
the oil change interval at six months or 5000
miles (8000 kilometers) from your last oil
change. Never exceed one year or 10000
miles (16000 kilometers) between oil change
intervals.
Your vehicle is very sophisticated and built
with multiple, complex, performance
systems. Every manufacturer develops these
systems using different specifications and
performance features. That is why it is
important to rely upon your dealership to
properly diagnose and repair your vehicle. Ford Motor Company has recommended
maintenance intervals for various parts and
component systems based upon engineering
testing. Ford Motor Company relies upon this
testing to determine the most appropriate
mileage for replacement of oils and fluids to
protect your vehicle at the lowest overall cost
to you and recommends against
maintenance schedules that deviate from
the scheduled maintenance information.
We strongly recommend the use of only
genuine Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized
re-manufactured replacement parts
engineered for your vehicle.
Additives and Chemicals
This owner's manual and the Ford Workshop
Manual list the recommended additives and
chemicals for your vehicle. We do not
recommend using chemicals or additives not
approved by us as part of your vehicle
’s
normal maintenance. Please consult your
warranty information. Oils, Fluids and Flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is a normal
operating characteristic and, by itself, does
not necessarily indicate a concern or that the
fluid needs to be changed. However, a
qualified expert, such as the factory-trained
technicians at your dealership, should inspect
discolored fluids that also show signs of
overheating or foreign material
contamination immediately.
Make sure to change your vehicle
’s oils and
fluids at the specified intervals or in
conjunction with a repair. Flushing is a viable
way to change fluid for many vehicle
sub-systems during scheduled maintenance.
It is critical that systems are flushed only with
new fluid that is the same as that required to
fill and operate the system or using a
Ford-approved flushing chemical.
Owner Checks and Services
Make sure you perform the following basic
maintenance checks and inspections every
month or at six-month intervals.
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When to expect the message prompting you to change your oil
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, rotors, 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.
Inspect the half-shaft boots.
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Axle and PTU Maintenance
The Power Transfer Unit (PTU) and rear axle
(AWD only) in your vehicle does not require
any normal scheduled maintenance. The PTU
lube will be more likely to require a fluid
change if the vehicle has experienced
extended periods of extreme/severe duty
cycle driving. Changing or checking the PTU
lubricant is not necessary unless the unit has
been submerged in water or shows signs of
leakage. Contact your authorized dealer for
service.
California Fuel Filter Replacement
If you register your vehicle in California, the
California Air Resources Board has
determined that the failure to perform this
maintenance item does not nullify the
emission warranty or limit recall liability
before the completion of your vehicle's useful
life. Ford Motor Company, however, urges
you to have all recommended maintenance
services performed at the specified intervals
and to record all vehicle service.
Hot Climate Oil Change Intervals
Vehicles operating in the Middle East, North
Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa or locations with
similar climates using an American
Petroleum Institute (API) Certified for
Gasoline Engines (Certification mark) oil of
SM or SN quality, the normal oil change
interval is 3,000 mi (4,800 km).If the available API SM or SN oils are not
available, then the oil change interval is
1,800 mi (2,900 km)
.
Engine Air Filter and Cabin Air Filter
Replacement
The life of the engine air filter and cabin air
filter is dependent on exposure to dusty and
dirty conditions. Vehicles operated in these
conditions require frequent inspection and
replacement of the engine air filter and cabin
air filter.
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Oil Change Indicator Reset...........................246
Oil Check
See: Engine Oil Check........................................... 245
Opening and Closing the Hood..................240 Closing the Hood...................................................... 241
Opening the Hood.................................................. 240
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature..........................................................220
Obtaining a French Owner ’s Manual..............220
Overhead Console
............................................126
P
Parking Aids........................................................156 Principle of Operation............................................ 156
Parking Brake
.......................................................151
Passive Anti-Theft System.............................63 SecuriLock.................................................................... 63
PATS See: Passive Anti-Theft System.......................... 63
Pedals.....................................................................68
Perchlorate..............................................................11
Personal Safety System ™
..............................36
How Does the Personal Safety System
Work?....................................................................... 36
Post-Crash Alert System................................215
Power Door Locks See: Locking and Unlocking.................................. 56Power Seats..........................................................111
Multi-Contour Front Seats With Active Motion
(If Equipped).......................................................... 113
Power Lumbar............................................................ 113
Power Steering Fluid Check.........................254
Power Windows
...................................................78
Accessory Delay......................................................... 78
Bounce-Back............................................................... 78
One-Touch Down...................................................... 78
One-Touch Up............................................................ 78
Window Lock............................................................... 78
Protecting the Environment
............................14
R
Rear Parking Aid................................................156
Rear Seat Armrest..............................................117 Armrest pass-through............................................. 117
Rear View Camera
............................................162
Using the Rear View Camera System..............163
Rear View Camera See: Rear View Camera......................................... 162
Recommended Towing Weights................202
Refueling...............................................................134 Easy Fuel ™ Capless Fuel System...................... 135
Remote Control
...................................................47
Car Finder..................................................................... 48
Intelligent Access Key.............................................. 47
Remote Start.............................................................. 48
Replacing the Battery............................................... 47
Sounding a Panic Alarm......................................... 48Remote Start......................................................108
Automatic Settings................................................ 108
Repairing Minor Paint Damage....................267
Replacement Parts Recommendation.........11 Collision Repairs.......................................................... 12
Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical Repairs........................................................................\
11
Warranty on Replacement Parts.......................... 12
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control.................................................................49
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)....................................................................221
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
..................................................................220
Roadside Assistance.........................................211
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting Roadside
Assistance............................................................... 211
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Roadside Assistance Program Coverage.............................................. 212
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Using Roadside Assistance.............................................................. 212
Vehicles Sold in the United States: Getting Roadside Assistance........................................... 211
Vehicles Sold in the United States: Using Roadside Assistance........................................... 211
Roadside Emergencies
.....................................211
Running-In See: Breaking-In...................................................... 208
Running Out of Fuel..........................................133 Adding Fuel From a Portable Fuel
Container............................................................... 134
Filling a Portable Fuel Container........................ 133
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