2018 LINCOLN MKZ HYBRID wipers

Note:The system adjusts to heat or cool theinterior to the temperature you select asquickly as possible.
Note:For the system to function efficiently,the instrument panel and side air ventsshould be fully open.
Note:If you select AUTO during cold outsidetemperatures, the system directs air flow tothe windshield and side window vents. Inaddition, the fan may run at a slower speeduntil the engine warms up.
Note:If you select AUTO during hottemperatures and the inside of the vehicleis hot, the system uses recirculated air tomaximize interior cooling. Fan speed mayalso reduce until the air cools.
Quickly Heating the Interior
1. Press AUTO.
2. Adjust the temperature function to thedesired setting.
Recommended Settings for Heating
1. Press AUTO.
2. Adjust the temperature function to thedesired setting. Use 72°F (22°C) as astarting point, then adjust the setting asnecessary.
Quickly Cooling the Interior
1. Press MAX A/C.
Recommended Settings for Cooling
1. Press AUTO.
2. Adjust the temperature function to thedesired setting. Use 72°F (22°C) as astarting point, then adjust the setting asnecessary.
Defogging the Side Windows in ColdWeather
1. Press defrost.
2. Adjust the temperature control to thedesired setting. Use 72°F (22°C) as astarting point, then adjust the setting asnecessary.
HEATED WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
Note:Make sure the engine is runningbefore operating the heated windows.
Note:Depending on your remote startsettings, the heated windows, mirrors andwipers may remain on after remote startingthe vehicle.
Heated Rear Window
Press the button to clear theheated rear window of thin ice andfog. The heated rear window turnsoff after a short period of time. Press thebutton again to switch it off.
Note: Do not use razor blades or othersharp objects to clean or remove decals fromthe inside of the heated rear window. Thevehicle warranty does not cover damagecaused to the heated rear window grid lines.
Heated Exterior Mirrors (If Equipped)
When you switch the heated rear windowon, the heated exterior mirrors turn on.
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Climate ControlE184884

When washing:
•Take care when using a power washerto clean the engine. The high-pressurefluid could penetrate the sealed partsand cause damage.
•Do not spray a hot engine with cold waterto avoid cracking the engine block orother engine components.
•Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo andDegreaser on all parts that requirecleaning and pressure rinse clean. InCanada, use Motorcraft Engine Shampoo.
•Never wash or rinse the engine while itis hot or running; water in the runningengine may cause internal damage.
•Never wash or rinse any ignition coil,spark plug wire or spark plug well, or thearea in and around these locations.
•Cover the battery, power distribution box,and air filter assembly to prevent waterdamage when cleaning the engine.
CLEANING THE WINDOWS AND
WIPER BLADES
Car wash chemicals and environmentalfallout can result in windshield and wiperblade contamination. Dirty windshield andwipers will result in poor windshield wiperoperation. Keep the windshield and wiperblades clean to maintain windshield wiperperformance.
To clean the windshield and wiper blades:
•Clean the windshield with a non-abrasiveglass cleaner. When cleaning the interiorof the windshield, avoid getting any glasscleaner on the instrument panel or doorpanels. Wipe any glass cleaner off thesesurfaces immediately.
•For windshields contaminated with treesap, chemicals, wax or bugs, clean theentire windshield using steel wool (nogreater than 0000 grade) in a circularmotion and rinse with water.
•Clean the wiper blades with isopropylrubbing alcohol or windshield washerconcentrate.
Note: Do not use razor blades or othersharp objects to clean or remove decals fromthe inside of the heated rear window. Thevehicle warranty does not cover damagecaused to the heated rear window grid lines.
CLEANING THE INTERIOR
WARNINGS
Do not use cleaning solvents, bleachor dye on the vehicle’s safety belts, asthese actions may weaken the belt webbing.
On vehicles equipped withseat-mounted airbags, do not usechemical solvents or strong detergents. Suchproducts could contaminate the side airbagsystem and affect performance of the sideairbag in a collision.
Note:Follow the same procedure forcleaning leather seats when cleaning leatherinterior. See Cleaning Leather Seats (page324).
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•Cover interior trim to prevent fading.
•Keep all rubber parts free from oil andsolvents.
Engine
•Change the engine oil and filter prior tostorage because used engine oil containscontaminates which may cause enginedamage.
•Start the engine every 15 days for aminimum of 15 minutes. Run at fast idlewith the climate controls set to defrostuntil the engine reaches normaloperating temperature.
•With your foot on the brake, shift throughall the gears while the engine is running.
•We recommend that you change theengine oil before you use your vehicleagain.
Fuel system
•Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fueluntil the first automatic shutoff of the fuelpump nozzle.
Cooling system
•Protect against freezing temperatures.
•When removing your vehicle fromstorage, check coolant fluid level.Confirm that there are no cooling systemleaks and that fluid is at therecommended level.
Battery
•Check and recharge as necessary. Keepconnections clean.
•If storing your vehicle for more than 30days without recharging the battery, werecommend that you disconnect thebattery cables to maintain battery chargefor quick starting.
Note:It is necessary to reset memoryfeatures if battery cables are disconnected.
Brakes
•Make sure the brakes and parking brakerelease fully.
Tires
•Maintain recommended air pressure.
Miscellaneous
•Make sure all linkages, cables, levers andpins under your vehicle are covered withgrease to prevent rust.
•Move vehicles at least 25 ft (7.5 m) every15 days to lubricate working parts andprevent corrosion.
Removing Vehicle From Storage
When your vehicle is ready to come out ofstorage, do the following:
•Wash your vehicle to remove any dirt orgrease film build-up on window surfaces.
•Check windshield wipers for anydeterioration.
•Check under the hood for any foreignmaterial that may have collected duringstorage such as mice or squirrel nests.
•Check the exhaust for any foreignmaterial that may have collected duringstorage.
•Check tire pressures and set tire inflationper the Tire Label.
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A/CSee: Climate Control...........................................143
About This Manual............................................7ABSSee: Brakes...........................................................199
ABS driving hintsSee: Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes..............................................................200
Accessories....................................................484Exterior Style........................................................484Interior Style.........................................................484Lifestyle.................................................................484Peace of Mind.....................................................484
AccessoriesSee: Replacement Parts Recommendation.....13
ACCSee: Using Adaptive Cruise Control..............227
Active Park Assist..........................................214Deactivating the Active Park AssistFeature.............................................................220Parallel Parking, Perpendicular Parking,Parallel Park Out Assist.................................214Troubleshooting the System............................221
Adaptive Headlamps.....................................92Adjusting the Headlamps............................313Horizontal Aim Adjustment...............................314
Vertical Aim Adjustment....................................313
Adjusting the Steering Wheel.....................82End of Travel Position..........................................82
AFSSee: Adaptive Headlamps..................................92
Airbag Disposal...............................................56Air ConditioningSee: Climate Control...........................................143
Air FilterSee: Changing the Engine Air Filter...............317
AlarmSee: Anti-Theft Alarm..........................................80
Ambient Lighting............................................95Anti-Theft Alarm..............................................80Arming the Alarm...................................................81Disarming the Alarm.............................................81
Appendices.....................................................519Apps.................................................................444.................................................................................444SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link......................446
At a Glance........................................................17Audible Warnings and Indicators................111Headlamps On Warning Chime.........................111Key in Ignition Warning Chime...........................111Keyless Warning Alert..........................................111Parking Brake On Warning Chime....................111
Audio Control...................................................83Seek, Next or Previous........................................83
Audio System................................................368General Information...........................................368
Audio Unit......................................................369Auto Hold.......................................................203Using Auto Hold.................................................204
Autolamps.........................................................89Windshield Wiper Activated Headlamps........90
Automatic Climate Control..........................143Automatic Fan Settings......................................145
Automatic High Beam Control.....................91Automatic High Beam Indicator........................92Switching the System On and Off....................92
Automatic Transmission..............................194Brake-Shift Interlock Override.........................197If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud orSnow..................................................................198Push Button Shift Transmission.......................194
Automatic Transmission FluidCheck...........................................................309Autowipers.......................................................85Autowipers Settings.............................................86Low Temperature Wipe Inhibit..........................86
Auxiliary Power Points.................................165110 Volt AC Power Point....................................16512 Volt DC Power Point......................................165Locations...............................................................165
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Body.......................................................................325Brakes...................................................................326Cooling system...................................................326Engine...................................................................326Fuel system..........................................................326General.................................................................325Miscellaneous.....................................................326Removing Vehicle From Storage...................326Tires.......................................................................326
VentilationSee: Climate Control...........................................143
VINSee: Vehicle Identification Number...............360
Voice Control...................................................83
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Warning Lamps and Indicators..................107Adaptive Cruise Control Indicator...................107Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Lamp........107Auto Hold Active.................................................107Auto Hold Unavailable.......................................107Automatic Headlamp High BeamIndicator.............................................................107Battery....................................................................108Blind Spot Monitor..............................................108Brake System.......................................................108Cruise Control Indicator....................................108
Direction Indicator..............................................108Door Ajar...............................................................108EcoSelect..............................................................108Electric Park Brake..............................................108Engine Oil..............................................................109Engine or Motor Coolant Temperature..........109Fasten Seatbelt Warning Lamp.......................109Front Airbag..........................................................109Grade Assist.........................................................109Headlamp High Beam Indicator......................109Heads Up Display...............................................109Hood Ajar..............................................................109Lane Keeping Aid................................................109Low Fuel Level Warning Lamp.........................109Low Tire Pressure Warning Lamp...................109Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Lamp.........110Parking Lamps.......................................................110Powertrain Fault....................................................110Ready to Drive......................................................110Service Engine Soon...........................................110Stability Control......................................................111Stability Control Off...............................................111Stop Safely..............................................................111Trunk Ajar................................................................111
Washer Fluid Check.....................................310WashersSee: Cleaning the Exterior................................319See: Wipers and Washers..................................85
Waxing............................................................320Welcome Lighting...........................................93Wheels and Tires.........................................328Technical Specifications...................................356
Windows and Mirrors.....................................96Windshield Washers......................................86Windshield Wipers.........................................85Intermittent Wipe..................................................85Speed Dependent Wipers..................................85
Wiper BladesSee: Checking the Wiper Blades....................312
Wipers and Washers......................................85
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