2017 LINCOLN MKZ HYBRID oil

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. Check every month
Engine oil level.
Function of all interior and exterior lights.
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure. Windshield washer fluid level. Check every six months
Battery connections. Clean if necessary.
Body and door drain holes for obstructions. Clean if necessary. Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength.
Door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if necessary.
Hinges, latches and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if necessary. Parking brake for proper operation.
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Multi-point inspection
Tires for wear and proper pressure **
Fluid levels *
; fill if necessary
Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
For oil and fluid leaks
Washer spray and wiper operation
Half-shaft dust boots
Hazard warning system operation
* Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission and window washer
** If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tir\
e sealant expiration Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
Be sure to ask your dealership service
advisor or technician about the multi-point
vehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive way
to perform a thorough inspection of your
vehicle. Your checklist gives you immediate
feedback on the overall condition of your
vehicle.
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NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
Normal scheduled maintenance
1, 2
Change engine oil and filter. 3
Every 12 months or 10000
miles (16000 km). The oil
monitoring system displays
a message in the informa-
tion display. Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth.
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level. Consult dealer for requireme\
nts.
Inspect brake pads, rotors, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect engine cooling system and motor/electronics cooling system stren\
gth and hoses.
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect half-shaft boots.
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and tie-rod ends.
Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
1 Do not exceed one year or 10000 miles (16000 kilometers) between service interv\
als.
2 Perform multi-point inspection (recommended).
3 Reset the oil monitoring system after engine oil and filter changes. See Engine Oil Check (page 299).
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Other maintenance items
*
Replace cabin air filter.
Every 20000 miles (32000
km)
Replace engine air filter.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Change engine coolant and motor/electronics coolant. **
At 100000 miles (160000
km)
Replace spark plugs.
Every 100000 miles
(160000 km)
Change automatic transmission fluid.
Every 150000 miles
(240000 km)
* Perform these maintenance items within 3000 miles (4800 kilometers) of \
the last engine oil and filter change. Do not exceed the designated
distance for the interval.
** Initial replacement at six years or 100000 miles (160000 kilometers),\
then every three years or 50000 miles (80000 kilometers).
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SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
If you operate your vehicle primarily in any
of the following conditions, you need to perform extra maintenance as indicated. If
you operate your vehicle occasionally under
any of these conditions, it is not necessary
to perform the extra maintenance. For
specific recommendations, see your
dealership service advisor or technician. Towing a trailer or using a car-top carrier
Change engine oil and filter every 12 months or 10000 miles (16000 km)\
. The oil monitoring system displays
a message in the information display. Perform services listed in the Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart.
As required
Inspect U-joints.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
See axle maintenance items under
Exceptions.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Change automatic transmission fluid.
Replace spark plugs.
Every 60000 miles (96000
km)
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Extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, as in heavy co\
mmercial use (such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery)
Change engine oil and filter every 12 months or 10000 miles (16000 km)\
. The oil monitoring system displays
a message in the information display. Perform services listed in the Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart.
As required
Replace cabin air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace engine air filter.
Replace spark plugs.
Every 60000 miles (96000
km) Operating in dusty or sandy conditions (such as unpaved or dusty roads)\
Replace cabin air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace engine air filter.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Every 5000 miles (8000 km)
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth.
Change engine oil and filter.
Every 5000 miles (8000 km)
or six months
Perform multi-point inspection.
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Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the Normal
Schedule:
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 3000 miles
(5000 kilometers).
If the available API SM or SN oils are not
available, then the oil change interval is 1800
miles (3000 kilometers).
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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System Errors......................................................243
System Lights, Messages and Audible
Alerts.................................................................242
System Limitations.............................................242
Using the System...............................................239
Cruise Control..................................................79
Principle of Operation........................................221
Type 1.......................................................................79
Type 2......................................................................79
Cruise control See: Using Cruise Control................................221
Customer Assistance
..................................268
D
Data Recording
..................................................9
Event Data Recording...........................................10
Service Data Recording.........................................9
Daytime Running Lamps...............................86 Type 1 - Conventional
(Non-Configurable)..........................................86
Type 2 - Configurable..........................................86
Direction Indicators........................................89 Lane Change..........................................................89
Drive Control
..................................................247
LINCOLN DRIVE CONTROL.............................247
Driver Alert......................................................231 Using Driver Alert................................................231 Driver and Passenger Airbags....................44
Children and Airbags...........................................45
Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating
Adjustment.........................................................45
Driver and Passenger Knee Airbags.........49
Driving Aids
.....................................................231
Driving Hints..................................................256
Driving Through Water
...............................256
DRL See: Daytime Running Lamps...........................86
E
Economical Driving
......................................256
EcoSelect..........................................................171
Electric Parking Brake..................................196 Applying the electric parking brake...............
196
Applying the electric parking brake when the vehicle is moving............................................197
Battery With No Charge....................................198
Releasing the electric parking brake.............198
Electric Vehicle Information
........................431
Power.....................................................................433
Emission Control System
............................184
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)........................185
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M)
Testing...............................................................185 End User License Agreement..................509
VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT (EULA) ....................................509
Engine Block Heater....................................166 Using the Engine Block Heater.......................167
Engine Coolant Check................................300 Adding Coolant....................................................301
Coolant Change..................................................303
Engine Coolant Temperature
Management...................................................304
Fail-Safe Cooling................................................303
Recycled Coolant...............................................302
Severe Climates.................................................303
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System.........................74
Engine Oil Check.........................................299 Adding Engine Oil..............................................299
Engine Oil Dipstick......................................299
Engine Specifications
..................................354
Entertainment................................................396 AM/FM Radio.......................................................398
Apps.......................................................................409
Bluetooth Stereo or USB..................................407
CD (If equipped).................................................406
HD Radio ™ Information (If Available)..............402
SIRIUS® Satellite Radio (If Activated).............398
Sources.................................................................397
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