2018 LINCOLN MKZ oil dipstick

Lane Keeping System.................................233
Blind Spot Information System.................238
Cross Traffic Alert.........................................240
Steering...........................................................244
Pre-Collision Assist......................................245
Drive Control.................................................249
Load Carrying
Load Limit........................................................251
Towing
Towing a Trailer............................................256
Recommended Towing Weights...............257
Essential Towing Checks...........................259
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels........261
Driving Hints
Breaking-In.....................................................263
Economical Driving......................................263
Driving Through Water...............................263
Floor Mats......................................................264
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance...................................266
Hazard Flashers............................................267
Fuel Shutoff....................................................267
Jump Starting the Vehicle..........................268
Post-Crash Alert System..............................271
Transporting the Vehicle.............................271
Towing Points................................................272
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need................274
In California (U.S. Only)...............................275
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) AutoLine Program (U.S. Only)........................276
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program(Canada Only)............................................277
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada........................................................278
Ordering Additional Owner'sLiterature....................................................280
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)......280
Reporting Safety Defects (CanadaOnly).............................................................281
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart............................282
Changing a Fuse..........................................299
Maintenance
General Information.....................................302
Opening and Closing the Hood...............302
Under Hood Overview - 2.0L....................304
Under Hood Overview - 3.0L....................306
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.0L...........................308
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.0L...........................308
Engine Oil Check.........................................308
Oil Change Indicator Reset.......................309
Engine Coolant Check.................................310
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check.......314
Brake Fluid Check.........................................318
Washer Fluid Check......................................319
Fuel Filter.........................................................319
Changing the 12V Battery...........................319
Checking the Wiper Blades........................321
Changing the Wiper Blades.......................321
Adjusting the Headlamps..........................322
Changing a Bulb...........................................323
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Table of Contents

Engine coolant reservoir. See Engine Coolant Check (page 310).A
Engine oil dipstick. See Engine Oil Dipstick (page 308).B
Engine oil filler cap. See Engine Oil Check (page 308).C
Brake fluid reservoir. See Brake Fluid Check (page 318).D
Battery. See Changing the 12V Battery (page 319).E
Engine compartment fuse box. See Fuses (page 282).F
Air filter. See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 325).G
Washer system fluid reservoir. See Washer Fluid Check (page 319).H
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Engine coolant reservoir. See Engine Coolant Check (page 310).A.
Engine oil filler cap. See Engine Oil Check (page 308).B.
Engine oil dipstick. See Engine Oil Dipstick (page 308).C.
Brake fluid reservoir. See Brake Fluid Check (page 318).D.
Battery. See Changing the 12V Battery (page 319).E.
Engine compartment fuse box. See Fuses (page 282).F.
Air filter assembly. See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 325).G.
Automatic transmission dipstick. See Automatic Transmission Fluid Check (page 314).H.
Washer fluid reservoir. See Washer Fluid Check (page 319).I.
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ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 2.0L
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ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 3.0L
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ENGINE OIL CHECK
To check the engine oil level consistentlyand accurately, do the following:
1.Make sure the parking brake is on. Makesure the transmission is in park (P) orneutral (N).
2. Run the engine until it reaches normaloperating temperature.
3. Make sure that your vehicle is on levelground.
4.Switch the engine off and wait 15 minutesfor the oil to drain into the oil pan. Checking the engine oil level too soonafter you switch the engine off may resultin an inaccurate reading.
5. Open the hood. See Opening andClosing the Hood (page 302).
6. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with aclean, lint-free cloth. See Under HoodOverview (page 304).
7.Replace the dipstick and remove it againto check the oil level. See Under HoodOverview (page 304).
8. Make sure that the oil level is betweenthe maximum and minimum marks. If theoil level is at the minimum mark, add oilimmediately. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 380).
9. If the oil level is correct, replace thedipstick and make sure it is fully seated.
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Note:Do not remove the dipstick when theengine is running.
Note: If the oil level is between themaximum and minimum marks, the oil levelis acceptable. Do not add oil.
Note:The oil consumption of new enginesreaches its normal level after approximately3,000 mi (5,000 km).
Adding Engine Oil
WARNING
Do not remove the filler cap when theengine is running.
Do not use supplemental engine oil additivesbecause they are unnecessary and couldlead to engine damage that may not becovered by the vehicle Warranty.
Only use oils certified for gasoline enginesby the American Petroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conformsto the current engine and emission systemprotection standards and fuel economyrequirements of the International LubricantsSpecification Advisory Committee (ILSAC).
To top up the engine oil level do thefollowing:
1. Clean the area surrounding the engineoil filler cap before you remove it.
2. Remove the engine oil filler cap. SeeUnder Hood Overview (page 304). Turnit counterclockwise and remove it.
3. Add engine oil that meets Fordspecifications. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 380). You may haveto use a funnel to pour the engine oil intothe opening.
4. Recheck the oil level.
5. If the oil level is correct, replace thedipstick and make sure it is fully seated.
6. Replace the engine oil filler cap. Turn itclockwise until you feel a strongresistance.
Note: Do not add oil further than themaximum mark. Oil levels above themaximum mark may cause engine damage.
Note:Make sure you install the oil filler capcorrectly.
Note:Soak up any spillage with anabsorbent cloth immediately.
OIL CHANGE INDICATOR RESET
Use the information display controls on thesteering wheel to reset the oil changeindicator.
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Electromagnetic Compatibility...................541Emission Law..................................................176Noise Emissions Warranty, ProhibitedTampering Acts and Maintenance..............177Tampering With a Noise Control System......176
End User License Agreement...................546VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSEAGREEMENT (EULA) ....................................546
Engine Block Heater....................................166Using the Engine Block Heater.......................167
Engine Coolant Check.................................310Adding Coolant.....................................................311Engine Coolant TemperatureManagement....................................................313Fail-Safe Cooling.................................................312Recycled Coolant................................................312Severe Climates...................................................312
Engine Emission Control.............................176Engine ImmobilizerSee: Passive Anti-Theft System.........................78
Engine Oil Check.........................................308Adding Engine Oil..............................................309
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.0L...........................308Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.0L...........................308Engine Specifications - 2.0L......................373Drivebelt Routing................................................374
Engine Specifications - 3.0L......................374Drivebelt Routing................................................375
Entertainment................................................427AM/FM Radio.......................................................429Apps.......................................................................440Bluetooth Stereo or USB..................................438CD (If equipped)..................................................437HD Radio™ Information (If Available)..............433SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (If Activated).........429Sources.................................................................428Supported Media Players, Formats andMetadata Information...................................440USB Ports.............................................................440
Environment......................................................16EPBSee: Electric Parking Brake..............................196
Essential Towing Checks...........................259Before Towing a Trailer.....................................260Hitches..................................................................259Launching or Retrieving a Boat or PersonalWatercraft (PWC)............................................260Safety Chains......................................................259Trailer Brakes......................................................259Trailer Lamps.......................................................259When Towing a Trailer......................................260
Event Data RecordingSee: Data Recording..............................................9
Export Unique Options...................................14Exterior Mirrors................................................97Auto-Dimming Feature........................................99
Auto-Folding Mirrors............................................98Blind Spot Monitor..............................................100Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors.................................98Heated Exterior Mirrors.......................................99Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors............................99Lincoln Welcome Mat..........................................99Memory Mirrors.....................................................99Power Exterior Mirrors.........................................97Signal Indicator Mirrors.......................................99
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Fastening the Seatbelts................................37Rear Inflatable Seatbelt.......................................40Seatbelt Locking Modes.....................................38Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy..................37
Flat Tire InflationSee: Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit....................336
Floor Mats......................................................264Front Parking Aid..........................................207Obstacle Distance Indicator............................208
Front Passenger Sensing System..............50Fuel and Refueling........................................168Fuel Consumption.........................................174Calculating Fuel Economy.................................174Filling the Fuel Tank............................................174
Fuel Filler Funnel Location.........................169
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