2018 LINCOLN MKC tires

Multi-Point Inspection
Steering and linkageExterior lamps operation
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure2Fluid levels1; fill if necessary
Windshield for cracks, chips or pitsFor oil and fluid leaks
Washer spray and wiper operationHalf-shaft dust boots
1 Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission and window washer2If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expiration Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
Be sure to ask your dealership serviceadvisor or technician about the multi-pointvehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive wayto perform a thorough inspection of yourvehicle. Your checklist gives you immediatefeedback on the overall condition of yourvehicle.
NORMAL SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor™
Your vehicle is equipped with an IntelligentOil-Life Monitor that determines when youshould change the engine oil based on howyour vehicle is used. By using severalimportant factors in its calculations, themonitor helps reduce the cost of owning yourvehicle and reduces environmental waste atthe same time.
This means you do not have to remember tochange the oil on a mileage-based schedule.Your vehicle lets you know when an oilchange is due by displaying a message inthe information display.
The following table provides examples ofvehicle use and its impact on oil changeintervals. It is a guideline only. Actual oilchange intervals depend on several factorsand generally decrease with severity of use.
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Scheduled Maintenance

Maintenance Intervals
At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Information Display1
Change engine oil and filter.2
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 (All-Wheel Drive).
Inspect the half-shaft boots.
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints.
Inspect the tires, tire wear and measure the tread depth.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
1 Do not exceed one year or 10,000 mi (16,000 km) between service intervals.2 Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. See Oil Change Indicator Reset (page 290).
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Scheduled Maintenance

Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances, as in Heavy Commercial Use Such as Delivery, Taxi, Patrol Car or Livery
Change automatic transmission fluid.Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km)
Replace spark plugs.Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)
1 This is an optional feature.
Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads
Replace cabin air filter.1Inspect frequently, serviceas required
Replace engine air filter.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth.
Change engine oil and filter.2Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)or six months
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Fastening the Seatbelts................................34How to Extract Seatbelts in the RearOutermost Positions........................................37Seatbelt Locking Modes.....................................35Using a Sliding Clip..............................................35Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy..................35
Flat TireSee: Changing a Road Wheel.........................337
Floor Mats.......................................................251Fog Lamps - FrontSee: Front Fog Lamps.........................................92
Front Fog Lamps.............................................92Front Parking Aid..........................................198Front Passenger Sensing System..............46Fuel and Refueling........................................164Fuel Consumption.........................................169Calculating Fuel Economy................................170Filling the Fuel Tank............................................170
Fuel Filler Funnel Location.........................165Fuel Filter.......................................................296Fuel Quality.....................................................164Choosing the Right Fuel....................................164
Fuel Shutoff...................................................254Fuses...............................................................268Fuse Specification Chart............................268Passenger Compartment Fuse Box...............275
Power Distribution Box.....................................268Pre-Fuse Box.......................................................268Rear Cargo Fuse Box........................................280
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Garage Door OpenerSee: Universal Garage Door Opener.............149
Gauges.............................................................103Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge.............104Fuel Gauge...........................................................104Information Display.............................................104
GearboxSee: Transmission................................................175
General Information on RadioFrequencies...................................................54Intelligent Access..................................................54
General Maintenance Information............481Multi-Point Inspection........................................484Owner Checks and Services...........................482Protecting Your Investment..............................481Why Maintain Your Vehicle?.............................481Why Maintain Your Vehicle at YourDealership?.......................................................481
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada.........................................................264Getting the Services You Need................260Away From Home..............................................260
Global Opening and Closing.......................96Closing the Windows...........................................96Opening the Windows.........................................96
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Hazard Flashers............................................254Headlamp AdjustingSee: Adjusting the Headlamps.......................299
Headlamp Exit Delay.....................................90Headlamp RemovalSee: Removing a Headlamp............................300
HeadrestSee: Head Restraints..........................................138
Head Restraints.............................................138Adjusting the Head Restraint...........................140
Heated Seats..................................................146Front Seats............................................................146Rear Seats.............................................................146
Heated Steering Wheel................................82Heated Windows and Mirrors....................136Heated Exterior Mirrors.....................................136Heated Rear Window.........................................136Windshield Wiper De-icer..................................137
HeatingSee: Climate Control...........................................133
Hill Start Assist...............................................189Switching the System On and Off...................190
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Using Your Vehicle as an Ambulance...............14Using Your Vehicle With a Snowplow...............14
Special Operating Conditions ScheduledMaintenance...............................................489Exceptions............................................................492
Speed ControlSee: Cruise Control...........................................209
Stability Control.............................................195Principle of Operation........................................195
Starting a Gasoline Engine.........................157Automatic Engine Shutdown............................158Failure to Start......................................................158Fast Restart...........................................................157Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes..................159Important Ventilating Information...................159Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle isMoving...............................................................159Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle isStationary..........................................................159
Starting and Stopping the Engine.............156General Information............................................156
Steering..........................................................230Electric Power Steering....................................230
Steering Wheel................................................79Storage Compartments...............................155SunroofSee: Moonroof.....................................................100
Sun Visors.......................................................100Illuminated Vanity Mirror...................................100
Supplementary Restraints System.............43Principle of Operation..........................................43
Symbols Glossary..............................................7SYNC™ 3..........................................................368General Information...........................................368
SYNC™ 3 Troubleshooting..........................458
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Technical SpecificationsSee: Capacities and Specifications...............344
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) AutoLine Program (U.S. Only).........................262Tire Care..........................................................318Glossary of Tire Terminology...........................319Information About Uniform Tire QualityGrading..............................................................318Information Contained on the TireSidewall............................................................320Temperature A B C..............................................319Traction AA A B C................................................318Treadwear.............................................................318
Tire Pressure Monitoring System.............332Changing Tires With a Tire PressureMonitoring System.........................................334
Understanding Your Tire Pressure MonitoringSystem .............................................................334
TiresSee: Wheels and Tires.......................................315
Towing a Trailer.............................................242Load Placement..................................................242
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels.......248Emergency Towing............................................248Recreational Towing..........................................248
Towing.............................................................242Traction Control.............................................193Principle of Operation........................................193
Trailer Sway Control....................................243Transmission Code Designation..............349Transmission...................................................175Transporting the Vehicle............................258Type Approvals.............................................549RF Certification Logos for Blind SpotInformation System.......................................556RF Certification Logos for Mid RangeRadar..................................................................551RF Certification Logos for Passive Anti-TheftSystem..............................................................552RF Certification Logos for Radio TransceiverModule..............................................................554RF Certification Logos for Tire PressureMonitoring Sensor(s).....................................549
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Under Hood Overview................................287Unique Driving Characteristics...................161Universal Garage Door Opener................149HomeLink Wireless Control System...............149
USB Port..........................................................367Using Adaptive Cruise Control..................210Automatic Cancellation......................................213Blocked Sensor...................................................215Canceling the Set Speed..................................213Changing the Set Speed...................................213Detection Issues..................................................214Following a Vehicle..............................................211Hilly Condition Usage........................................213Overriding the Set Speed.................................212Resuming the Set Speed...................................213Setting the Adaptive Cruise Speed.................211Setting the Gap Distance..................................212Switching Adaptive Cruise Control Off..........213Switching Adaptive Cruise Control On..........210Switching to Normal Cruise Control...............216System Not Available.........................................215
Using All-Wheel Drive...................................181Driving in Special Conditions With All-WheelDrive....................................................................181
Using Cruise Control...................................209Switching Cruise Control Off............................210
Switching Cruise Control On...........................209
Using MyKey With Remote StartSystems..........................................................62Using Snow Chains.......................................331Using Stability Control.................................196Using Traction Control.................................193Switching the System Off..................................193System Indicator Lights and Messages.........193Using a Switch......................................................193Using the Information Display Controls.........193
Using Voice Recognition............................387Audio Voice Commands...................................389Climate Voice Commands...............................390Mobile App Voice Commands........................395Navigation Voice Commands..........................393Phone Voice Commands..................................390SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link VoiceCommands......................................................395Voice Settings Commands..............................396
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program(Canada Only).............................................263
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Vehicle Care..................................................305General Information...........................................305
Vehicle Certification Label.........................348Vehicle Identification Number..................348
Vehicle Storage..............................................313Battery....................................................................314Body........................................................................313Brakes.....................................................................314Cooling system....................................................314Engine.....................................................................313Fuel system...........................................................313General...................................................................313Miscellaneous.......................................................314Removing Vehicle From Storage.....................314Tires........................................................................314
VentilationSee: Climate Control...........................................133
VINSee: Vehicle Identification Number...............348
Voice Control....................................................81
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Warning Lamps and Indicators..................104Adaptive Cruise Control Indicator..................105Airbag Warning Lamp........................................105Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Lamp........105Auto Hold Active.................................................105Auto Hold Unavailable.......................................105Automatic Headlamp High BeamIndicator............................................................105Auto-Start-Stop Indicator...................................105
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Battery....................................................................105Blind Spot Information System Indicator......105Brake System Warning Lamp...........................106Cruise Control Indicator....................................106Direction Indicator..............................................106Door Ajar...............................................................106Electric Park Brake..............................................106Engine Coolant Temperature WarningLamp..................................................................106Fasten Seatbelt Warning Lamp.......................106Front Fog Lamp Indicator..................................106Headlamp High Beam Indicator......................107Heads Up Display................................................107Hood Ajar..............................................................107Lane Keeping System Lamp.............................107Low Fuel Level Warning Lamp.........................107Low Tire Pressure Warning Lamp...................107Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Lamp.........107Oil Pressure Warning Lamp..............................107Parking Lamps......................................................107Powertrain Fault...................................................107Service Engine Soon..........................................108Stability Control and Traction ControlIndicator............................................................108Stability Control and Traction Control OffWarning Lamp..................................................108
Washer Fluid Check....................................295
WashersSee: Cleaning the Exterior...............................306See: Wipers and Washers...................................83
Waxing.............................................................307Welcome Lighting...........................................92Wheel NutsSee: Changing a Road Wheel.........................337
Wheels and Tires...........................................315General Information............................................315Technical Specifications...................................342
Windows and Mirrors.....................................95Windshield Washers......................................85Front Camera Washer..........................................85
Windshield Wipers..........................................83Intermittent Wipe..................................................83Speed Dependent Wipers..................................83
Wiper BladesSee: Checking the Wiper Blades...................297
Wipers and Washers......................................83
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