2016 LINCOLN MKX trailer towing specifications

ESSENTIAL TOWING CHECKS
Follow these guidelines for safe towing:
•
Do not tow a trailer until you drive your
vehicle at least 1000 miles (1600
kilometers).
• Consult your local motor vehicle laws for
towing a trailer.
• See the instructions included with towing
accessories for the proper installation
and adjustment specifications.
• Service your vehicle more frequently if
you tow a trailer. See your scheduled
maintenance information.
• If you use a rental trailer, follow the
instructions the rental agency gives you.
You can find information on load
specification terms found on the tire label
and Safety Compliance label as well as
instructions on calculating your vehicle's load
in the Load Carrying chapter. See Load Limit
(page 251).
Remember to account for the trailer tongue
weight as part of your vehicle load when
calculating the total vehicle weight. Hitches
Do not use a hitch that either clamps onto
the bumper or attaches to the axle.
Distribute the trailer load so 10-15% of the
total trailer weight is on the tongue.
Safety Chains
Note:
Never attach safety chains to the
bumper.
Always connect the safety chains to the hook
retainers of your vehicle hitch.
To connect the safety chains, cross them
under the trailer tongue and allow enough
slack for turning tight corners. Do not allow
the chains to drag on the ground.
Trailer Brakes WARNING
Do not connect a trailer's hydraulic
brake system directly to your vehicle's
brake system. Your vehicle may not have
enough braking power and your chances of
having a collision greatly increase. Electric brakes and manual, automatic or
surge-type trailer brakes are safe if you install
them properly and adjust them to the
manufacturer's specifications. The trailer
brakes must meet local and federal
regulations.
The rating for the tow vehicle's braking
system operation is at the gross vehicle
weight rating, not the gross combined
weight rating.
Trailer Lamps
WARNING
Never connect any trailer lamp wiring
to the vehicle's tail lamp wiring; this
may damage the electrical system resulting
in fire. Contact your authorized dealer as
soon as possible for assistance in proper
trailer tow wiring installation. Additional
electrical equipment may be required. Trailer lamps are required on most towed
vehicles. Make sure all running lights, brake
lights, turn signals and hazard lights are
working.
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High Fluid Level
If the fluid level is above the maximum range
(above point A) fluid may need to be
removed. High fluid levels may be caused
by a overheating condition. If you have
operated your vehicle at high speeds, towing
a trailer or in city traffic during hot weather,
allow your vehicle to cool for a minimum of
30 minutes before rechecking the level.
Note:
An overfill conition can damage the
transmission.
Adding Transmission Fluid *
1. Rotate the automatic transmission fluid cap in a counterclockwise direction. *
2. Remove the cap and dipstick and wipe it with a clean, lint-free cloth.
3. Add fluid that meets the Ford specifications. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 376). Pour the fluid
directly into the automatic transmission
fluid cap and dipstick hole.
4. Replace the cap and dipstick and remove
it again to check the fluid level. 5.
Make sure that the fluid level is between
the MIN and the MAX marks.
6. Replace the automatic transmission fluid
cap and dipstick. Turn it clockwise until
you feel a strong resistance.
* Vehicles With 2.7L EcoBoost WARNING
Do not run the engine with the air filter
disconnected.
1. Remove the two air filter assembly
securing bolts.
2. Lift the air filter assembly to disengage the locating pins.
3. Rotate the air filter assembly slightly in a
counterclockwise direction.
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Engine Oil Check.........................................308
Adding Engine Oil..............................................308
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.7L EcoBoost™......307
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.7L...........................308
Engine Specifications - 2.7L EcoBoost™....................................................370
Drivebelt Routing................................................370
Engine Specifications - 3.7L
........................371
Drivebelt Routing.................................................371
Entertainment................................................422 AM/FM Radio.......................................................423
Bluetooth Audio..................................................444
CD........................................................................\
...438
SD Card Slot and USB Port..............................440
SIRIUS® Satellite Radio (If Activated)..............431
Supported Media Players, Formats and
Metadata Information....................................444
Environment......................................................15
EPB See: Electric Parking Brake..............................195 Essential Towing Checks
............................
264
Before Towing a Trailer.....................................265
Hitches..................................................................264
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal
Watercraft (PWC)............................................265
Safety Chains......................................................264
Trailer Brakes.......................................................264
Trailer Lamps.......................................................264
When Towing a Trailer......................................265
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording..............................................9
Export Unique Options...................................14
Extended Service Plan (ESP)
.....................496
SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY).................497
SERVICE PLANS (U.S. Only)............................496
Exterior Mirrors
...............................................101
Auto-dimming Feature.......................................103
Auto-Folding Mirrors..........................................102
Blind Spot Information System........................104
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors...............................102
Heated Exterior Mirrors ....................................103
Integrated Blind Spot Mirror.............................103
Lincoln Welcome Mat.........................................103
Memory Mirrors ..................................................103
Power Exterior Mirrors........................................101
Signal Indicator Mirrors .....................................103 F
Fastening the Safety Belts...........................34
Rear Inflatable Safety Belt...................................37
Safety Belt Extension Assembly.......................38
Safety Belt Locking Modes................................35
Using a Sliding Clip..............................................34
Using Safety Belts During Pregnancy.............35
Flat Tire Inflation See: Temporary Mobility Kit.............................336
Floor Mats
........................................................271
Front Parking Aid.........................................206
Obstacle Distance Indicator............................207
Front Passenger Sensing System
..............46
Fuel and Refueling........................................173
Fuel Consumption.........................................178
Calculating Fuel Economy................................179
Filling the Tank.....................................................178
Fuel Filler Funnel Location..........................175
Fuel Filter.........................................................316
Fuel Quality
.....................................................174
Choosing the Right Fuel....................................174
Fuel Shutoff
....................................................273
Fuses...............................................................284
Fuse Specification Chart
............................284
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel...........295
Power Distribution Box.....................................284
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Sunroof
See: Moonroof.....................................................105
Sun Visors.......................................................105 Illuminated Vanity Mirror...................................105
Supplementary Restraints System.............44
Principle of Operation..........................................44
Symbols Glossary
..............................................7
T
Tailgate See: Manual Liftgate..............................................71
See: Power Liftgate..............................................73
Technical Specifications See: Capacities and Specifications...............370
Temporary Mobility Kit................................336 First Stage: Inflating the Tire with Sealing
Compound and Air........................................338
General Information...........................................336
Second Stage: Checking Tire Pressure.......340
Tips for Use of the Kit........................................337
What to Do After the Tire has Been Sealed................................................................341
What to do When a Tire Is Punctured...........338
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)..........................279 Tire Care
.........................................................342
Glossary of Tire Terminology..........................345
Important Information About Low-Profile
Tires...................................................................342
Important Information About Sport Tires and Wheels..............................................................343
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading.............................................................344
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall............................................................346
Notice to Crossover Vehicle Owners............343
Temperature A B C.............................................345
Tire Rotation.........................................................357
Traction AA A B C...............................................345
Treadwear.............................................................344
Tire Inflation When Punctured See: Temporary Mobility Kit.............................336
Tire Pressure Monitoring System.............359 Changing Tires With a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System........................................360
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System ..............................................................361
Tire Repair Kit See: Temporary Mobility Kit.............................336
Tires See: Wheels and Tires......................................334
Towing a Trailer
..............................................261
Load Placement...................................................261 Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels........267
Emergency Towing.............................................267
Recreational Towing..........................................267
Towing..............................................................261
Traction Control
............................................200
Principle of Operation.......................................200
Trailer Sway Control
....................................262
Transmission Code Designation...............375
Transmission...................................................182
Transmission See: Transmission...............................................182
Transporting the Vehicle............................266
U
Under Hood Overview - 2.7L EcoBoost™....................................................304
Under Hood Overview - 3.7L....................306 Engine Shield.......................................................307
Universal Garage Door Opener................158 HomeLink Wireless Control System...............
158
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