
PROTECT YOURSELF FROM THE RISINGCOST OF VEHICLE REPAIRS WITHLINCOLN PROTECT EXTENDED SERVICEPLAN.
Lincoln Protect Extended Service Plans(U.S. Only)
Lincoln Protect means peace of mind. It’s theextended service plan backed by the LincolnMotor Company, and provides moreprotection beyond the New Vehicle LimitedWarranty coverage. When you visit yourLincoln Dealer, insist on genuine LincolnProtect extended service plans!
Lincoln Protect Can Quickly Pay for Itself
One trip to the Service Center could easilyexceed the price of your Lincoln ProtectExtended Service Plan. With Lincoln Protectyou minimize your risk for unexpected repairbills and rising repair costs.
Up to 1000+ Covered Vehicle Components
There are four mechanical Lincoln Protectplans with different levels of coverage. Askyour authorized dealer for details.
1.PremiumCARE - Our most comprehensivecoverage. With over 1,000 coveredcomponents, this plan is so complete it’sprobably easier to list what’s not covered.
2.ExtraCARE - Covers 113 components, andincludes many high-tech items.
3. BaseCARE - Covers 84 components.
4. PowertrainCARE - Covers 29 criticalcomponents.
Lincoln Protect Extended Service Plans arehonored by all authorized Lincoln dealers inthe U.S., Canada and Mexico.
That means you get:
•Reliable, quality service at any Lincoln orFord dealership.
•Repairs performed by factory trainedtechnicians, using genuine parts.
Rental Car Reimbursement
1st day Rental Benefit
If you bring your car into your dealer forservice, we’ll give you a loaner to use for theday.
Extended Rental Benefits
If your vehicle is kept overnight for coveredrepairs, you are eligible for rental carcoverage, including bumper to bumperwarranty repairs, and Field Service Actions.
Roadside Assistance
Exclusive 24/7 roadside assistance, including:
•Towing, flat-tire change and battery jumpstarts.
•Out of fuel and lock-out assistance.
•Travel expense reimbursement forlodging, meals and rental car.
•Assistance for taxi, shuttle, rental carcoverage and other transportation.
Transferable Coverage
If you sell your vehicle before your LincolnProtect plan coverage expires, you cantransfer any remaining coverage to the newowner. Which should give you and yourpotential buyer a little more peace of mind.
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Automatic Transmission..............................188Automatic Transmission AdaptiveLearning............................................................192Brake-Shift Interlock Override..........................191If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud orSnow..................................................................192Push Button Shift Transmission.......................188SelectShift Automatic™ Transmission.............190
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check - 2.7LEcoBoost™/3.7L............................................321Adding Transmission Fluid ..............................322Checking the Transmission Fluid Level ........321
Autowipers.......................................................94Autowipers Settings.............................................94
Auxiliary Power Points..................................167110 Volt AC Power Point.....................................16712 Volt DC Power Point......................................167Locations................................................................167
AWDSee: All-Wheel Drive...........................................193
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BatterySee: Changing the 12V Battery.......................324
Blind Spot Information System.................244Switching the System Off and On..................245System Errors......................................................245
Using the Blind Spot InformationSystem..............................................................244
Body Styling Kits...........................................342Bonnet LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood............308
Booster Seats..................................................30Types of Booster Seats........................................31
Brake Fluid Check........................................323Brakes..............................................................199General Information............................................199
Breaking-In......................................................271Bulb Specification Chart.............................329
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Cabin Air Filter...............................................148California Proposition 65...............................12Capacities and Specifications - 2.7LEcoBoost™....................................................387Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely ColdClimates...........................................................392Specifications......................................................388
Capacities and Specifications - 3.7L........394Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely ColdClimates...........................................................399Specifications......................................................395
Capacities and Specifications....................381Cargo Nets.....................................................257
Car WashSee: Cleaning the Exterior...............................334
Catalytic Converter.......................................185On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)........................186Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance(I/M) Testing.......................................................187
Center Console.............................................169Changing a Bulb...........................................328Headlamp.............................................................329LED Lamps...........................................................329
Changing a Fuse..........................................305Fuses.....................................................................305
Changing a Road Wheel.............................373Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire AssemblyInformation.......................................................374Stowing the flat tire ...........................................377Tire Change Procedure....................................375
Changing the 12V Battery..........................324Changing the Engine Air Filter..................332Changing the Wiper Blades......................326Changing the Rear Window WiperBlade.................................................................326Changing the Windshield Wiper Blades......326
Checking MyKey System Status.................69Checking the Wiper Blades.......................326Child Restraint and SeatbeltMaintenance..................................................44Child Restraint Positioning...........................33
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Releasing the Electric Parking Brake.............201
Electromagnetic Compatibility..................549Emission Law..................................................184Noise Emissions Warranty, ProhibitedTampering Acts and Maintenance.............185Tampering With a Noise ControlSystem...............................................................184
End User License Agreement...................554VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSEAGREEMENT (EULA) ....................................554
Engine Block Heater.....................................175Using the Engine Block Heater.......................176
Engine Coolant Check.................................316Adding Coolant....................................................317Coolant Change...................................................319Engine Coolant TemperatureManagement...................................................320Fail-Safe Cooling.................................................319Recycled Coolant................................................318Severe Climates...................................................318
Engine Emission Control.............................184Engine ImmobilizerSee: Passive Anti-Theft System........................86
Engine Oil Check...........................................314Adding Engine Oil...............................................315
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.7L EcoBoost™.......314Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.7L.............................314
Engine Specifications - 2.7LEcoBoost™.....................................................381Drivebelt Routing.................................................381
Engine Specifications - 3.7L.......................382Drivebelt Routing................................................382
Entertainment................................................436AM/FM Radio.......................................................438Apps.......................................................................449Bluetooth Stereo or USB..................................447CD (If equipped)..................................................446HD Radio™ Information (If Available)..............442SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (If Activated).........438Sources.................................................................437Supported Media Players, Formats andMetadata Information...................................449USB Ports.............................................................449
Environment......................................................16EPBSee: Electric Parking Brake.............................200
Essential Towing Checks............................267Before Towing a Trailer.....................................268Hitches..................................................................267Launching or Retrieving a Boat or PersonalWatercraft (PWC)............................................268Safety Chains.......................................................267Trailer Brakes.......................................................267Trailer Lamps.......................................................267When Towing a Trailer......................................268
Event Data RecordingSee: Data Recording..............................................9
Export Unique Options...................................14Exterior Mirrors..............................................105Auto-dimming Feature.......................................107Auto-Folding Mirrors..........................................106Blind Spot Information System........................108Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors...............................106Heated Exterior Mirrors ....................................107Integrated Blind Spot Mirror.............................107Lincoln Welcome Mat.........................................107Memory Mirrors ...................................................107Power Exterior Mirrors.......................................105Signal Indicator Mirrors .....................................107
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Fastening the Seatbelts................................37Rear Inflatable Seatbelt.......................................40Seatbelt Locking Modes.....................................38Using a Sliding Clip...............................................37Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy..................38
Flat Tire InflationSee: Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit....................345
Floor Mats.......................................................273Front Parking Aid............................................211Obstacle Distance Indicator.............................212
Front Passenger Sensing System..............50
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Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle isMoving...............................................................174Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle isStationary..........................................................174
Starting and Stopping the Engine..............171General Information.............................................171
Steering..........................................................250Adaptive Steering...............................................251Electric Power Steering....................................250
Steering Wheel................................................89Storage Compartments...............................169SunroofSee: Moonroof.....................................................109
Sun Visors.......................................................109Illuminated Vanity Mirror...................................109
Supplementary Restraints System..............47Principle of Operation..........................................47
Symbols Glossary..............................................7SYNC™ 3.........................................................406General Information...........................................406
SYNC™ 3 Troubleshooting..........................495
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Technical SpecificationsSee: Capacities and Specifications................381
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) AutoLine Program (U.S. Only).........................282
Tire Care.........................................................352Glossary of Tire Terminology..........................355Important Information About Low-ProfileTires...................................................................352Important Information About Sport Tires andWheels..............................................................353Information About Uniform Tire QualityGrading.............................................................354Information Contained on the TireSidewall............................................................356Notice to Crossover Vehicle Owners............353Temperature A B C............................................355Tire Rotation........................................................366Traction AA A B C...............................................355Treadwear............................................................354
Tire Inflation When PuncturedSee: Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit....................345
Tire Pressure Monitoring System.............369Changing Tires With a Tire PressureMonitoring System.........................................370Understanding Your Tire Pressure MonitoringSystem .............................................................370
Tire Repair KitSee: Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit....................345
Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit.......................345First Stage: Inflating the Tire with SealingCompound and Air........................................347General Information...........................................346
Second Stage: Checking Tire Pressure.......350Tips for Use of the Kit........................................346What to Do After the Tire has BeenSealed...............................................................350What to do When a Tire Is Punctured...........347
TiresSee: Wheels and Tires......................................343
Towing a Trailer.............................................264Load Placement..................................................264
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels.......269Emergency Towing............................................269Recreational Towing..........................................269
Towing.............................................................264Traction Control............................................206Principle of Operation.......................................206
Trailer Sway Control....................................265Transmission Code Designation..............386Transmission...................................................188Transporting the Vehicle............................279Type Approvals.............................................585RF Certification Logos for Tire PressureMonitoring Sensor(s).....................................585
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Under Hood Overview - 2.7LEcoBoost™.....................................................310Under Hood Overview - 3.7L......................312
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