2017 LINCOLN MKX roof rack

Driving Aids
Driver Alert.....................................................233
Lane Keeping System.................................235
Blind Spot Information System.................240
Cross Traffic Alert.........................................242
Steering..........................................................246
Pre-Collision Assist......................................247
Drive Control
..................................................251
Load Carrying
Rear Under Floor Storage
..........................254
Cargo Nets
.....................................................254
Luggage Covers
...........................................255
Roof Racks and Load Carriers..................256
Load Limit
.......................................................256
Towing
Towing a Trailer
..............................................261
Trailer Sway Control
....................................262
Recommended Towing Weights..............262
Essential Towing Checks ............................
264
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels.......266 Driving Hints
Breaking-In.....................................................268
Reduced Engine Performance..................268
Economical Driving......................................268
Driving Through Water...............................269
Floor Mats
......................................................270
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance
....................................271
Hazard Warning Flashers
...........................272
Fuel Shutoff
....................................................272
Jump Starting the Vehicle..........................273
Post-Crash Alert System.............................275
Transporting the Vehicle............................276
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need................278
In California (U.S. Only)...............................279
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)
........................280
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)............................................281 Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and
Canada.......................................................282
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature
....................................................284
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)......284
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)............................................................285
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart
............................286
Changing a Fuse..........................................303
Maintenance
General Information
.....................................306
Opening and Closing the Hood...............306
Under Hood Overview - 2.7L EcoBoost™..................................................308
Under Hood Overview - 3.7L.....................310
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.7L EcoBoost™.......312
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.7L............................312
Engine Oil Check...........................................312
Oil Change Indicator Reset.........................313
Engine Coolant Check.................................314
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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
WARNINGS
Vehicle modifications involving braking
system, aftermarket roof racks,
suspension, steering system, tire
construction and wheel and tire size may
change the handling characteristics of your
vehicle and may adversely affect the
performance of the electronic stability control
system. In addition, installing any stereo
loudspeakers may interfere with and
adversely affect the electronic stability
control system. Install any aftermarket stereo
loudspeaker as far as possible from the front
center console, the tunnel, and the front
seats in order to minimize the risk of
interfering with the electronic stability control
sensors. Reducing the effectiveness of the
electronic stability control system could lead
to an increased risk of loss of vehicle control,
vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. WARNINGS
Remember that even advanced
technology cannot defy the laws of
physics. It’ s always possible to lose control
of a vehicle due to inappropriate driver input
for the conditions. Aggressive driving on any
road condition can cause you to lose control
of your vehicle increasing the risk of personal
injury or property damage. Activation of the
electronic stability control system is an
indication that at least some of the tires have
exceeded their ability to grip the road; this
could reduce the operator’ s ability to control
the vehicle potentially resulting in a loss of
vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal
injury and death. If your electronic stability
control system activates, SLOW DOWN. The system automatically turns on each time
you switch the ignition on.
If a fault occurs in either the stability control
or the traction control system, you may
experience the following conditions:•
The stability and traction control light
illuminates steadily.
• The stability control and traction control
systems do not enhance your vehicle's
ability to maintain traction of the wheels.
If a driving condition activates either the
stability control or the traction control system
you may experience the following conditions:
• The stability and traction control light
flashes.
• Your vehicle slows down.
• Reduced engine power.
• A vibration in the brake pedal.
• The brake pedal is stiffer than usual.
• If the driving condition is severe and your
foot is not on the brake, the brake pedal
may move as the system applies higher
brake force.
The stability control system has several
features built into it to help you maintain
control of your vehicle:
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WARNINGS
The sensors may not detect objects in
heavy rain or other conditions that
cause interference. Active park assist does not apply the
brakes under any circumstances.
The system is designed to aid the
driver. It is not intended to replace your
attention and judgment. You are still
responsible to drive with due care and
attention. Note:
The Blind Spot Information System
does not detect traffic alongside or behind
your vehicle during an active park assist
maneuver.
The system detects an available parallel or
perpendicular parking space and
automatically steers your vehicle into the
space (hands-free) while you control the
accelerator, gearshift and brakes. The system
visually and audibly guides you to park your
vehicle. If you are uncomfortable with the proximity
to any vehicle or object, you may choose to
override the system by grabbing the steering
wheel or pushing the active park assist
button.
Parallel Park Out Assist automatically steers
your vehicle out of a parallel parking space
(hands-free) while you control the
accelerator, gearshift and brakes. The system
visually and audibly guides you to enter
traffic.
The system may not correctly operate in any
of the following conditions:
•
You use a spare tire or a tire significantly
worn more than the other tires.
• One or more tires are improperly inflated.
• You try to park on a tight curve.
• Something passes between the front
bumper and the parking space (a
pedestrian or cyclist). •
The edge of the neighboring parked
vehicle is high off the ground (for
example, a bus, tow truck or flatbed
truck).
• The weather conditions are poor (heavy
rain, snow, fog, etc).
Note: Keep the sensors, located on the
bumper or fascia, free from snow, ice and
large accumulations of dirt. Covered sensors
can affect the system's accuracy. Do not
clean the sensors with sharp objects.
Note: The sensors may not detect objects
with surfaces that absorb ultrasonic waves
or cause ultrasonic interference (motorcycle
exhaust, truck air brakes or horns).
Do not use the system if:
• You have attached a foreign object (for
example, a bike rack or trailer) close to
the sensors on the front or rear of your
vehicle.
• You have attached an overhanging
object (for example, a surfboard) to the
roof.
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ROOF RACKS AND LOAD
CARRIERS (If Equipped)
WARNING
When loading the roof racks, we
recommend you evenly distribute the
load, as well as maintain a low center of
gravity. Loaded vehicles, with higher centers
of gravity, may handle differently than
unloaded vehicles. Take extra precautions,
such as slower speeds and increased
stopping distance, when driving a heavily
loaded vehicle. The maximum recommended load, evenly
distributed on the roof rack, is 100 lb (45 kg).
Note:
Never place loads directly on the roof
panel. The roof panel is not designed to
directly carry a load.
You must place loads directly on the
crossbars fitted to the roof rack side rails.
When using the roof rack system, we
recommend that you use genuine Ford
accessory crossbars specifically designed
for your vehicle. Make sure that you securely fasten the load.
Check the tightness of the load before
driving and at each fuel stop.
LOAD LIMIT
Vehicle Loading - with and without a
Trailer
This section guides you in the proper
loading of your vehicle, trailer, or both.
Keep your loaded vehicle weight within
its design rating capability, with or
without a trailer. Properly loading your
vehicle provides maximum return of
vehicle design performance. Before you
load your vehicle, become familiar with
the following terms for determining your
vehicle
’s weight rating, with or without
a trailer, from the vehicle ’s Tire and
Loading Information label or Safety
Compliance Certification label. Tire and Loading Label Information
Example:
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Exterior Plastic Parts
For routine cleaning we recommend
Motorcraft Detail Wash. If tar or grease spots
are present, we recommend Motorcraft Bug
and Tar Remover.
Stripes or Graphics (If Equipped)
Hand washing your vehicle is preferred
however, pressure washing may be used
under the following conditions:
• Do not use water pressure higher than
2,000 psi (14,000 kPa)
.
• Do not use water hotter than 179°F (82°C).
• Use a spray with a 40° wide spray angle
pattern.
• Keep the nozzle at a
12 in (305 mm)
distance and 90° angle to your vehicle's
surface.
Note: Holding the pressure washer nozzle
at an angle to the vehicle's surface may
damage graphics and cause the edges to
peel away from the vehicle's surface. Underbody
Flush the complete underside of your vehicle
frequently. Keep body and door drain holes
free of debris or foreign material.
Under Hood
For removing black rubber marks from under
the hood we recommend Motorcraft Wheel
and Tire Cleaner or Motorcraft Bug and Tar
Remover.
WAXING
Regular waxing is necessary to protect your
car's paint from the elements. We
recommend that you wash and wax the
painted surface once or twice a year.
When washing and waxing, park your vehicle
in a shaded area out of direct sunlight.
Always wash your vehicle before applying
wax.
•
Use a quality wax that does not contain
abrasives.
• Follow the manufacturer’ s instructions to
apply and remove the wax. •
Apply a small amount of wax in a
back-and-forth motion, not in circles.
• Do not allow wax to come in contact with
any non-body (low-gloss black) colored
trim. The wax will discolor or stain the
parts over time.
•Roof racks.
• Bumpers.
• Grained door handles.
• Side moldings.
• Mirror housings.
• Windshield cowl area.
• Do not apply wax to glass areas.
• After waxing, your car's paint should feel
smooth, and be free of streaks and
smudges.
CLEANING THE ENGINE
Engines are more efficient when they are
clean because grease and dirt buildup keep
the engine warmer than normal.
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For a complete listing of the accessories
that are available for your vehicle, please
contact your authorized dealer or visit our
online store at:
Web Address (United States)
www.Accessories.Lincoln.com
You can also visit: Web Address (Canada)
www.LincolnCanada.com
Lincoln Motor Company will repair or replace
any properly authorized dealer-installed
Lincoln Original Accessory found to be
defective in factory-supplied materials or
workmanship during the warranty period, as
well as any component damaged by the
defective accessories. Lincoln Motor Company will warrant your
accessory through the warranty that provides
the greatest benefit:
•
24 months, unlimited mileage.
• The remainder of your new vehicle
limited warranty.
Contact an authorized dealer for details and
a copy of the warranty.
Exterior Style
• Side window deflectors.
• Splash guards.
Interior Style
• Ambient lighting.
• Floor mats.
• Rear seat entertainment system*.
• Sport pedals.
• Table cradle*.
Lifestyle
• Ash cup or coin holder.
• Cargo organization and management. •
Cross bars*.
• Roof rack and carriers*.
• SUV camping tent*.
• Trailer towing products.
Peace of Mind
• Bumper protector.
• Car cover*.
• Cargo area protector.
• Cargo security shade.
• In-vehicle safe*.
• Remote start.
• Roadside assistance kits*.
• Vehicle security.
• Wheel locks.
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Alarm......................................................................124
Automatic Engine Shutdown............................124
AWD........................................................................\
125
Battery and Charging System..........................126
Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System...............................................................127
Collision Warning System.................................128
Doors and Locks..................................................128
Driver Alert............................................................129
Fuel........................................................................\
.129
Hill Start Assist.....................................................130
Keys and Intelligent Access.............................130
Lane Keeping System.........................................131
Maintenance.........................................................132
MyKey.....................................................................133
Park Aid..................................................................134
Park Brake.............................................................134
Power Steering....................................................135
Remote Start.........................................................136
Seats.......................................................................136
Starting System ...................................................136
Tire Pressure Monitoring System....................
137
Traction Control....................................................137
Transmission.........................................................138
Installing Child Restraints
..............................19
Child Seats..............................................................19
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts............................19 Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren (LATCH).............................................25
Using Tether Straps..............................................27
Instrument Cluster.........................................107
Instrument Lighting Dimmer........................93
Interior Lamps
..................................................98
Front Interior Lamp...............................................98
Rear Interior Lamp................................................99
Interior Mirror
.................................................104
Auto-Dimming Mirror..........................................104
Introduction
.........................................................7
J
Jump Starting the Vehicle..........................273 Connecting the Jumper Cables......................
274
Jump Starting......................................................275
Preparing Your Vehicle......................................274
Removing the Jumper Cables.........................
275
K
Keyless Entry
....................................................77
SECURICODE™ Keyless Entry Keypad.............77
Keyless Starting.............................................167 Ignition Modes......................................................167
Keys and Remote Controls..........................56 L
Lane Keeping System.................................235
Switching the System On and Off..................235
Lighting Control
................................................91
Headlamp Flasher................................................92
High Beams............................................................92
Lighting...............................................................91 General Information..............................................91
Lincoln Automotive Financial Services......12
Lincoln Protect..............................................507 Lincoln Protect (CANADA ONLY)...................508
Lincoln Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S.
Only)..................................................................507
Load Carriers See: Roof Racks and Load Carriers...............
256
Load Carrying
................................................254
Load Limit.......................................................256
Special Loading Instructions for Owners of
Pick-up Trucks and Utility-type
Vehicles............................................................260
Vehicle Loading - with and without a Trailer................................................................256
Locking and Unlocking
.................................68
Activating Intelligent Access..............................70
Autolock...................................................................71
Auto Relock.............................................................71
Autounlock...............................................................71
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Roadside Emergencies................................271
Roof Racks and Load Carriers..................256
Running-In
See: Breaking-In.................................................268
Running Out of Fuel......................................175
Adding Fuel From a Portable Fuel
Container...........................................................175
Filling a Portable Fuel Container.....................175
S
Safety Canopy™
...............................................52
Safety Precautions........................................173
Scheduled Maintenance Record
.............522
Scheduled Maintenance.............................510
Seatbelt Extension..........................................43
Seatbelt Height Adjustment.........................39
Seatbelt Reminder..........................................40 Belt-Minder™...........................................................40
Seatbelts...........................................................34 Principle of Operation..........................................34
Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime..............................................................39
Conditions of operation......................................40
Seats.................................................................146
Security ...............................................................
81
Settings...........................................................472 911 Assist...............................................................478 Ambient Lighting................................................486
Bluetooth..............................................................474
Clock......................................................................474
Display...................................................................487
General
..................................................................484
Media Player........................................................473
Mobile Apps.........................................................482
Navigation............................................................480
Phone.....................................................................475
Radio......................................................................479
Sound....................................................................472
Valet Mode...........................................................488
Vehicle..................................................................\
.486
Voice Control.......................................................487
Wi-Fi.......................................................................485
Side Airbags
......................................................51
Side Sensing System..................................209
Obstacle Distance Indicator............................209
Sitting in the Correct Position....................146
Snow Chains See: Using Snow Chains..................................
366
Special Notices
.................................................13
New Vehicle Limited Warranty...........................13
On Board Diagnostics Data Link Connector............................................................14
Special Instructions...............................................13 Special Operating Conditions Scheduled
Maintenance................................................518
Exceptions ............................................................520
Speed Control See: Cruise Control............................................224
Stability Control
............................................204
Principle of Operation.......................................204
Starting a Gasoline Engine.........................168 Automatic Engine Shutdown............................
170
Failure to Start......................................................169
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes....................171
Important Ventilating Information.....................171
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Moving...............................................................170
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Stationary..........................................................170
Vehicles with Keyless Start...............................168
Starting and Stopping the Engine.............167 General Information............................................167
Steering..........................................................246 Adaptive Steering...............................................247
Electric Power Steering....................................246
Steering Wheel................................................84
Storage Compartments
...............................165
Sunroof See: Moonroof.....................................................105
Sun Visors.......................................................105 Illuminated Vanity Mirror...................................105
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