2019 LINCOLN MKC checking oil

Engine coolant reservoir. SeeEngine Coolant Check (page 292).A
Engine oil dipstick. See Engine OilDipstick (page 290).B
Engine oil filler cap. See EngineOil Check (page 290).C
Brake fluid reservoir. See BrakeFluid Check (page 296).D
Battery. See Changing the 12VBattery (page 297).E
Power distribution box. See Fuses(page 268).F
Air filter assembly. See Changingthe Engine Air Filter (page 302).G
Windshield washer fluid reservoir.See Washer Fluid Check (page296).
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ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
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ENGINE OIL CHECK
WARNING: Do not work on a hotengine.
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 287).
6. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with aclean, lint-free cloth. See Under HoodOverview (page 288).
7.Replace the dipstick and remove it againto check the oil level. See Engine OilDipstick (page 290).
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 350).
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From the main menu scroll to:
Action and descriptionMessage
Press the right arrow button,then from this menu scroll tothe following message.
Settings
Press the right arrow button,then from this menu scroll tothe following message.
Vehicle
Press the right arrow button,then from this menu scroll tothe following message.
Oil Life
Press and hold the OK buttonuntil the instrument clusterdisplays the followingmessage.
Hold OK toReset
Reset Successful
When the oil change indicatorresets the instrument clusterdisplays 100%.
Remaining Life
{00}%
Action and descriptionMessage
If the instrument clusterdisplays one of the followingmessages, repeat theprocess.
Not Reset
Reset Cancelled
ENGINE COOLANT CHECK
Checking the Engine Coolant
WARNING: Do not add engine coolantwhen the engine is hot. Steam and scaldingliquids released from a hot cooling systemcan burn you badly. Also, you can be burnedif you spill coolant on hot engine parts.
WARNING: Do not put engine coolantin the windshield washer fluid container. Ifsprayed on the windshield, engine coolantcould make it difficult to see through thewindshield.
WARNING: To reduce the risk ofpersonal injury, make sure the engine is coolbefore unscrewing the coolant pressure reliefcap. The cooling system is under pressure;steam and hot liquid can come out forcefullywhen the cap is loosened slightly.
WARNING: Do not add coolant furtherthan the MAX mark.
Note:Automotive fluids are notinterchangeable. Do not use engine coolantor windshield washer fluid outside of itsspecified function and vehicle location.
Note:Do not use stop leak pellets, coolingsystem sealants, or additives as they cancause damage to the engine cooling orheating systems. This damage would not becovered under your vehicle’s warranty.
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Maintenance

Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads
Perform multi-point inspection.
Change automatic transmission fluid.Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km)
1 This is an optional feature.2Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. See Oil Change Indicator Reset (page 291).
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the NormalSchedule:
Axle and PTU Maintenance
The Power Transfer Unit (PTU) and rear axle(AWD only) in your vehicle does not requireany normal scheduled maintenance unlessthe vehicle has experienced extendedperiods of extreme/severe duty cycle drivingor the PTU and/or the rear axle has beensubmerged in water. Checking the PTU andrear axle fluid is not necessary unless theunit shows signs of leakage. Contact anauthorized dealer for service.
California Fuel Filter Replacement
If you register your vehicle in California, theCalifornia Air Resources Board hasdetermined that the failure to perform thismaintenance item does not nullify theemission warranty or limit recall liabilitybefore the completion of your vehicle'suseful life. Ford Motor Company, however,urges you to have all recommendedmaintenance services performed at thespecified intervals and to record all vehicleservice.
Hot Climate Oil Change Intervals
Vehicles operating in the Middle East, NorthAfrica, Sub-Saharan Africa or locations withsimilar climates using an American PetroleumInstitute (API) Certified for Gasoline Engines(Certification mark) oil of SM or SN quality,the normal oil change interval is 3,000 mi(5,000 km).
If the available API SM or SN oils are notavailable, then the oil change interval is2,000 mi (3,000 km).
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Scheduled Maintenance

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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