2018 LINCOLN MKT check engine light

4.
Make sure that the fluid level is between
the MIN and the MAX marks. If the fluid
level is at the MIN mark, add fluid
immediately. See Adding Transmission
Fluid.
5. Replace the automatic transmission fluid
cap and dipstick. Turn it clockwise until
you feel a strong resistance.
Low Fluid Level
If the fluid level is within the minimum range
(below point A) add the correct specification
fluid to be within the hash mark area.
See
Capacities and Specifications (page 356).
Note: If the fluid level is below the minimum
range do not drive your vehicle. A low fluid
level can damage the transmission.
Correct Fluid Level
If the fluid level is within the hash mark area
(between points A and B) do not add any
fluid. High Fluid Level
If the fluid level is above the maximum range
(above point B) 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 condition 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 356). 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 EcoBoost Engine WARNING
Do not run the engine with the air filter
disconnected.
1. Loosen the clamp holding the air filter
assembly to the rubber hose.
2. Remove the air filter assembly securing bolts.
3. Lift the air filter assembly to disengage the locating pins.
4. Rotate the air filter assembly slightly in a
counterclockwise direction.
5. Check the transmission fluid level.
6. Install the air filter assembly in reverse order. Tighten the air filter assembly
securing bolts until you feel a strong
resistance.
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Cell phone issues
Possible solution
Possible cause
Issue
Refer to your device's manual about audio adjustments.
The audio control settings on your cell
phone may be affecting SYNC 3
performance.
There is background noise
during a phone call.
Try switching your cell phone off, resetting it or removing the battery,
then try again.
Possible cell phone malfunction.
During a call, I can hear the
other person but they
cannot hear me.
Make sure that the microphone for SYNC 3 is not set to off. Look for
the microphone icon on the phone screen.
To restart your system, shut down the engine, open and close the
door, and then lock the door and wait for 2-3 minutes. Make sure that
your SYNC 3 screen is black and the lighted USB port is off.
The system may need to be restarted.
During a call, I cannot hear
the other person and they
cannot hear me.
Check your cell phone's compatibility.
This is a cell phone-dependent feature.
SYNC 3 is not able to
download my phonebook. Make sure you allow SYNC 3 to retrieve contacts from your phone.
Refer to your cell manual.
Possible cell phone malfunction. You must switch on your cell phone and the automatic phonebook
download feature on SYNC 3.
Try switching your cell phone off, resetting it or removing the battery,
then try again.
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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.
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag and safety belt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
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A
A/C
See: Climate Control..........................................129
About This Manual............................................7
ABS See: Brakes............................................................191
ABS driving hints See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes................................................................192
Accessories....................................................478 Exterior Style........................................................478
Interior Style.........................................................478
Lifestyle.................................................................478
Peace of Mind......................................................478
Accessories See: Replacement Parts Recommendation.....12
ACC See: Using Adaptive Cruise Control.............209
Active Park Assist..........................................198 Automatic Steering into Parking Space.......200
Deactivating the Park Assist Feature.............
201
Troubleshooting the System...........................202
Using Active Park Assist....................................199
Adaptive Headlamps
.....................................95
Adjusting the Headlamps...........................304 Horizontal Aim Adjustment..............................305
Vertical Aim Adjustment...................................
304 Adjusting the Pedals......................................87
Adjusting the Steering Wheel......................84
End of Travel Position..........................................84
AFS See: Adaptive Headlamps..................................95
Airbag Disposal
...............................................59
Air Conditioning See: Climate Control..........................................129
Air Filter See: Changing the Engine Air Filter..............309
Alarm See: Anti-Theft Alarm...........................................83
All-Wheel Drive..............................................183
Ambient Lighting
.............................................97
Anti-Theft Alarm..............................................83
Arming the Alarm..................................................83
Disarming the Alarm............................................83
Appendices.....................................................515
Apps
.................................................................440
........................................................................\
.........440
SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link......................
442
At a Glance
........................................................16
Audible Warnings and Indicators..............108
Headlamps On Warning Chime.......................108
Keyless Warning Alert........................................108
Parking Brake On Warning Chime..................108
Audio Control
..................................................85
Seek, Next or Previous........................................85 Audio System
................................................370
General Information...........................................370
Audio Unit
........................................................371
Rear Seat Audio Controls.................................373
Autolamps ..........................................................
91
Windshield Wiper Activated Headlamps........92
Automatic Climate Control
.........................129
Automatic High Beam Control....................94
Switching the System On and Off....................94
Automatic Transmission...............................179 Automatic Transmission Adaptive
Learning............................................................182
Brake-Shift Interlock............................................181
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or Snow..................................................................182
SelectShift Automatic ™ Transmission.............180
Understanding the Positions of Your Automatic Transmission................................179
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check...........................................................298
Adding Transmission Fluid .............................299
Checking the Transmission Fluid Level........298
Autowipers.......................................................88
Auxiliary Power Points.................................158 110 Volt AC Power Point.....................................158
12 Volt DC Power Point......................................158
Locations...............................................................158
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Underbody............................................................312
Under Hood..........................................................312
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens............................315
Cleaning the Interior.....................................313
Cleaning Black Label or Presidential
Interior................................................................314
Cleaning the Wheels
....................................316
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades............................................................313
Clearing All MyKeys
.......................................67
Climate.............................................................417
Climate Control
..............................................129
Climate Controlled Seats............................152 Cooled Seats........................................................152
Heated Seats........................................................152
Collision Warning System..........................230 PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION............................230
Coolant Check See: Engine Coolant Check............................
293
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator
..........57
Creating a MyKey...........................................66 Programming/Changing Configurable
Settings...............................................................66
Cross Traffic Alert.........................................226 False Alerts..........................................................229
Switching the System Off and On..................229
System Errors......................................................229 System Lights, Messages and Audible
Alerts.................................................................228
System Limitations.............................................228
Using the System...............................................226
Cruise Control
.................................................85
Principle of Operation.......................................208
Type One................................................................85
Type Two.................................................................86
Cruise control See: Using Cruise Control...............................208
Customer Assistance
..................................259
D
Data Recording
..................................................9
Event Data Recording...........................................10
Service Data Recording.........................................9
Daytime Running Lamps...............................93
Direction Indicators
........................................96
Doors and Locks.............................................72
Drive Control
.................................................233
LINCOLN DRIVE CONTROL............................233
Driver Alert......................................................216 Using Driver Alert................................................217
Driver and Passenger Airbags.....................51 Children and Airbags...........................................52
Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating
Adjustment.........................................................52 Driving Aids
....................................................216
Driving Hints..................................................250
Driving Through Water...............................250
DRL See: Daytime Running Lamps...........................93
E
Economical Driving
......................................250
Electromagnetic Compatibility...................515
Emission Law..................................................175
Noise Emissions Warranty, Prohibited
Tampering Acts and Maintenance..............176
Tampering With a Noise Control System......175
End User License Agreement..................520 VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT (EULA) ....................................
520
Engine Block Heater....................................166 Using the Engine Block Heater.......................167
Engine Coolant Check
................................293
Adding Coolant...................................................294
Coolant Change.................................................296
Engine Coolant Temperature
Management...................................................297
Fail-Safe Cooling................................................296
Recycled Coolant...............................................295
Severe Climates.................................................295
Engine Emission Control.............................175
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W
Warning Lamps and Indicators..................105
Adaptive Cruise Control....................................105
Airbag Readiness................................................105
Anti-Lock Braking System.................................105
Battery....................................................................105
Brake System Warning Light............................105
Charging System.................................................106
Cruise Control......................................................106
Direction Indicator..............................................106
Door Ajar...............................................................106
Engine Coolant Temperature...........................106
Engine Oil..............................................................106
Fasten Seatbelt Warning Lamp.......................106
Front Fog Lamps.................................................106
Head Up Display..................................................107
High Beam.............................................................107
Liftgate Ajar...........................................................107
Low Fuel Level.....................................................107
Low Tire Pressure Warning...............................107
Low Washer Fluid................................................107
Parking Lamps......................................................107
Powertrain Malfunction/Reduced Power.......107
Service Engine Soon..........................................107
Stability Control...................................................108
Stability Control Off............................................108
Washer Fluid Check....................................300 Washers
See: Cleaning the Exterior.................................311
See: Wipers and Washers..................................88
Waxing..............................................................312
Wheel Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel.........................340
Wheels and Tires.........................................320
General Information...........................................320
Technical Specifications...................................348
Windows and Mirrors.....................................98
Windshield Washers
......................................89
Windshield Wipers.........................................88 Speed Dependent Wipers..................................88
Wiper Blades See: Checking the Wiper Blades...................302
Wipers and Washers......................................88
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