2019 LINCOLN MKC check engine light

Note:During normal vehicle operation, theengine coolant may change color fromorange to pink or light red. As long as theengine coolant is clear and uncontaminated,this color change does not indicate theengine coolant has degraded nor does itrequire the engine coolant to be drained,the system to be flushed, or the enginecoolant to be replaced.
When the engine is cold, check theconcentration and level of the engine coolantat the intervals listed in the scheduledmaintenance information. See ScheduledMaintenance (page 487).
Note:Make sure that the level is betweenthe MIN and MAX marks on the coolantreservoir.
Note:Coolant expands when it is hot. Thelevel may extend beyond the MAX mark.
Note:If the level is at the MIN mark, belowthe MIN mark, or empty, add coolantimmediately. See Adding Engine Coolantin this chapter.
The coolant concentration should bemaintained within 48% to 50%, whichequates to a freeze point between -30°F(-34°C) and -34°F (-37°C).
Note:For best results, coolant concentrationshould be tested with a refractometer suchas Robinair® Coolant and BatteryRefractometer 75240. We do notrecommend the use of hydrometers orcoolant test strips for measuring coolantconcentrations.
Adding Engine Coolant
•Do not mix different colors or types ofcoolant in your vehicle. Make sure thecorrect coolant is used. Mixing of enginecoolants may harm your engine’s coolingsystem. The use of an improper coolantmay harm engine and cooling systemcomponents and may void the warranty.Use prediluted engine coolant meetingthe Ford specification. See Capacitiesand Specifications (page 344).
•In case of emergency, a large amount ofwater without engine coolant may beadded in order to reach a vehicle servicelocation. In this instance, the coolingsystem must be drained, chemicallycleaned with Motorcraft Premium CoolingSystem Flush, and refilled with enginecoolant as soon as possible. Water alone(without engine coolant) can causeengine damage from corrosion,overheating or freezing.
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How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
If the engine begins to overheat, the enginecoolant temperature gauge will move to thered (hot) area and:
A high engine temperaturemessage will appear in theinformation display.
The service engine soon indicatorwill light.
If the engine reaches a presetover-temperature condition, the engine willautomatically switch to alternating cylinderoperation. Each disabled cylinder acts as anair pump and cools the engine.
When this occurs the vehicle will still operate.However:
•The engine power will be limited.
•The air conditioning system will bedisabled.
Continued operation will increase the enginetemperature and the engine will completelyshut down, causing steering and brakingeffort to increase.
Once the engine temperature cools, theengine can be re-started. Take your vehicleto an authorized dealer as soon as possibleto minimize engine damage.
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
WARNING: Fail-safe mode is for useduring emergencies only. Operate yourvehicle in fail-safe mode only as long asnecessary to bring your vehicle to rest in asafe location and seek immediate repairs.When in fail-safe mode, the vehicle will havelimited power, will not be able to maintainhigh-speed operation, and may completelyshut down without warning, potentially losingengine power, power steering assist, andpower brake assist, which may increase thepossibility of a crash resulting in seriousinjury.
WARNING: Never remove the coolantreservoir cap while the engine is running orhot.
You have limited engine power when in thefail-safe mode, so drive your vehicle withcaution. Your vehicle will not be able tomaintain high-speed operation and theengine will run rough. Remember that theengine is capable of completely shuttingdown automatically to prevent enginedamage, therefore:
1. Pull off the road as soon as safelypossible and switch the engine off.
2. Arrange for your vehicle to be taken toan authorized dealer.
3.If this is not possible, wait a short periodfor the engine to cool.
4. Check the coolant level and replenish iflow.
5.Re-start the engine and take your vehicleto an authorized dealer.
Note:Driving your vehicle without repairingthe engine problem increases the chance ofengine damage. Take your vehicle to anauthorized dealer as soon as possible.
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Cell phone issues
Possible solutionPossible causeIssue
Refer to your device's manual about audio adjustments.The audio control settings on your cellphone may be affecting SYNC 3performance.
There is background noiseduring 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 theother person but theycannot hear me.Make sure that the microphone for SYNC 3 is not set to off. Look forthe microphone icon on the phone screen.
To restart your system, shut down the engine, open and close thedoor, and then lock the door and wait for 2-3 minutes. Make sure thatyour SYNC 3 screen is black and the lighted USB port is off.The system may need to be restarted.During a call, I cannot hearthe other person and theycannot hear me.
Check your cell phone's compatibility.This is a cell phone-dependent feature.
SYNC 3 is not able todownload 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 phonebookdownload feature on SYNC 3.
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SYNC™ 3

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.
Fuel and water separator. Drain if necessary (or if indicated by the information display).
Holes and slots in the tail pipe to make sure they are functional and clear of debris.
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.
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System Lights, Messages and AudibleAlerts..................................................................231System Limitations..............................................231Using the Cross Traffic Alert System............228
Cruise Control..................................................83Principle of Operation........................................210
Cruise controlSee: Using Cruise Control................................210
Customer Assistance..................................260
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Data Recording................................................10Comfort, Convenience and EntertainmentData.......................................................................12Event Data................................................................11Service Data............................................................10Services That Third Parties Provide..................12Services That We Provide...................................12Vehicles With a Modem.......................................12Vehicles With SYNC..............................................13
Daytime Running Lamps...............................90Type One - Conventional(Non-Configurable)...........................................91Type Two - Configurable......................................91
Digital Radio...................................................370HD Radio Reception and StationTroubleshooting..............................................371
Direction Indicators........................................92Doors and Locks.............................................65Drive Control..................................................237Lincoln Drive Control.........................................237
Driver Alert......................................................219PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION.............................219USING DRIVER ALERT......................................220
Driver and Passenger Airbags....................45Children and Airbags...........................................46Proper Driver and Front Passenger SeatingAdjustment.........................................................46
Driver Knee Airbag..........................................51Driving Aids....................................................219Driving Hints...................................................251Driving Through Water................................251DRLSee: Daytime Running Lamps...........................90
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Economical Driving.......................................251Electric Parking Brake..................................189Applying the electric parking brake...............189Applying the electric parking brake when thevehicle is moving............................................190Battery With No Charge.....................................191Releasing the electric parking brake.............190
Electromagnetic Compatibility...................519
Emission Law..................................................173Noise Emissions Warranty, ProhibitedTampering Acts and Maintenance..............174Tampering With a Noise Control System......173
End User License Agreement...................524VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSEAGREEMENT (EULA) ....................................524
Engine Block Heater.....................................161Using the Engine Block Heater........................161
Engine Coolant Check................................292Adding Engine Coolant....................................293Checking the Engine Coolant.........................292Recycled Engine Coolant.................................294Severe Climates.................................................294What You Should Know About Fail-SafeCooling.............................................................294
Engine Emission Control.............................173Engine ImmobilizerSee: Passive Anti-Theft System.........................77
Engine Oil Check.........................................290Adding Engine Oil...............................................291
Engine Oil Dipstick......................................290Engine Specifications - 2.0L......................344Drivebelt Routing................................................344
Engine Specifications - 2.3L......................345Drivebelt Routing................................................345
Entertainment................................................406AM/FM Radio.......................................................409
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Climate Voice Commands...............................399Mobile App Voice Commands........................404Navigation Voice Commands.........................402Phone Voice Commands..................................399SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link VoiceCommands......................................................404Voice Settings Commands..............................405
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program(Canada Only).............................................263
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Vehicle Care..................................................305General Information...........................................305
Vehicle Certification Label.........................348Vehicle Identification Number..................348Vehicle Storage..............................................313Battery....................................................................314Body........................................................................313Brakes.....................................................................314Cooling system....................................................314Engine.....................................................................313Fuel system...........................................................313General...................................................................313Miscellaneous.......................................................314Removing Vehicle From Storage.....................314Tires........................................................................314
VentilationSee: Climate Control..........................................132
VINSee: Vehicle Identification Number...............348
Voice Control...................................................82
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Warning Lamps and Indicators..................103Adaptive Cruise Control Indicator..................104Airbag Warning Lamp.........................................104Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Lamp........104Auto Hold Active.................................................104Auto Hold Unavailable.......................................104Automatic Headlamp High BeamIndicator............................................................104Auto-Start-Stop Indicator...................................104Battery....................................................................104Blind Spot Information System Indicator.......104Brake System Warning Lamp...........................105Cruise Control Indicator....................................105Direction Indicator..............................................105Door Ajar...............................................................105Electric Park Brake..............................................105Engine Coolant Temperature WarningLamp..................................................................105Fasten Seatbelt Warning Lamp.......................105Front Fog Lamp Indicator..................................105
Headlamp High Beam Indicator......................106Heads Up Display...............................................106Hood Ajar..............................................................106Lane Keeping System Lamp.............................106Low Fuel Level Warning Lamp.........................106Low Tire Pressure Warning Lamp...................106Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Lamp........106Oil Pressure Warning Lamp..............................106Parking Lamps.....................................................106Powertrain Fault..................................................106Service Engine Soon..........................................107Stability Control and Traction ControlIndicator.............................................................107Stability Control and Traction Control OffWarning Lamp..................................................107
Washer Fluid Check....................................296WashersSee: Cleaning the Exterior...............................306
Waxing.............................................................307Welcome Lighting...........................................93Wheel NutsSee: Changing a Road Wheel.........................336
Wheels and Tires...........................................315General Information............................................315Technical Specifications....................................341
Windows and Mirrors.....................................95Windshield Washers......................................86Front Camera Washer..........................................86
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