2019 LINCOLN MKT service indicator

Your vehicle is equipped with the IntelligentOil-Life Monitor system, which displays amessage in the information display at theproper oil change interval. This interval maybe up to one year or 10,000 mi (16,000 km).
When the oil change message appears inthe information display, it is time for an oilchange. Make sure you perform the oilchange within two weeks or 500 mi (800 km)of the message appearing. Make sure youreset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor aftereach oil change. See Oil Change IndicatorReset (page 287).
If your information display resets prematurelyor becomes inoperative, you should performthe oil change interval at six months or5,000 mi (8,000 km) from your last oilchange. Never exceed one year or 10,000 mi(16,000 km) between oil change intervals.
Your vehicle is very sophisticated and builtwith multiple, complex, performance systems.Every manufacturer develops these systemsusing different specifications andperformance features. That is why it isimportant to rely upon your dealership toproperly diagnose and repair your vehicle.
Ford Motor Company has recommendedmaintenance intervals for various parts andcomponent systems based upon engineeringtesting. Ford Motor Company relies upon thistesting to determine the most appropriatemileage for replacement of oils and fluids toprotect your vehicle at the lowest overall costto you and recommends againstmaintenance schedules that deviate fromthe scheduled maintenance information.
We strongly recommend the use of onlygenuine Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorizedre-manufactured replacement partsengineered for your vehicle.
Additives and Chemicals
This owner's manual and the Ford WorkshopManual list the recommended additives andchemicals for your vehicle. We do notrecommend using chemicals or additives notapproved by us as part of your vehicle’snormal maintenance. Please consult yourwarranty information.
Oils, Fluids and Flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is a normaloperating characteristic and, by itself, doesnot necessarily indicate a concern or that thefluid needs to be changed. However, aqualified expert, such as the factory-trainedtechnicians at your dealership, shouldinspect discolored fluids that also show signsof overheating or foreign materialcontamination immediately.
Make sure to change your vehicle’s oils andfluids at the specified intervals or inconjunction with a repair. Flushing is a viableway to change fluid for many vehiclesub-systems during scheduled maintenance.It is critical that systems are flushed only withnew fluid that is the same as that requiredto fill and operate the system or using aFord-approved flushing chemical.
Owner Checks and Services
Make sure you perform the following basicmaintenance checks and inspections everymonth or at six-month intervals.
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Scheduled Maintenance

Normal Maintenance Intervals
At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Information Display1
Change engine oil and filter.2
Rotate the tires.
Perform a multi-point inspection, recommended.
Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level. Consult your dealer for requirements.
Inspect the brake pads, rotors, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect the engine cooling system strength and hoses.
Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect the rear axle and U-joints (All Wheel Drive only).
Inspect the half-shaft boots.
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tire-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints.
Inspect the tires, tire wear and measure the tread depth.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
1 Do not exceed one year or 10,000 mi (16,000 km) between service intervals.2 Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. See Oil Change Indicator Reset (page 287).
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Scheduled Maintenance

Operating in off-road (unpaved, sandy, dusty) and Mountainous conditions
Replace cabin air filter.Inspect frequently, serviceas requiredReplace engine air filter.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth.
Change engine oil and filter.*Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)or 6 months
Perform multi-point inspection.
Change automatic transmission fluid.Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km)
*Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. See Oil Change Indicator Reset (page 287).
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the NormalSchedule:
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Changing the 12V Battery..........................295Changing the Engine Air Filter..................301Changing the Wiper Blades.......................297Front Wiper Blades............................................298Rear Window Wiper Blade...............................298
Checking MyKey System Status.................66MyKey Distance....................................................66Number of Admin Keys.......................................66Number of MyKeys...............................................66
Checking the Wiper Blades.......................297Child Restraint and SeatbeltMaintenance..................................................46Child Restraint Positioning...........................35Child Safety.......................................................18General Information..............................................18
Child Safety Locks..........................................37Left-Hand Side.......................................................37Right-Hand Side....................................................37
Cleaning Leather Seats..............................309Cleaning Products........................................303Materials...............................................................303
Cleaning the Engine....................................306Cleaning the Exterior..................................304Cleaning the Headlamps..................................304Exterior Chrome Parts.......................................305Exterior Plastic Parts..........................................305Stripes or Graphics............................................305Underbody...........................................................305
Under Hood.........................................................305
Cleaning the Instrument Panel andInstrument Cluster Lens...........................309Cleaning the Interior....................................307Cleaning Black Label or PresidentialInterior...............................................................307
Cleaning the Wheels....................................310Cleaning the Windows and WiperBlades...........................................................306Clearing All MyKeys.......................................66Climate.............................................................410Climate Control..............................................125Climate Controlled Seats.............................147Cooled Seats........................................................148Heated Seats........................................................147
Collision Warning System..........................226PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION............................226
Coolant CheckSee: Engine Coolant Check............................288
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator..........57Creating a MyKey...........................................65Programming and Changing ConfigurableSettings...............................................................65
Cross Traffic Alert.........................................222False Alerts..........................................................225Switching the System Off and On..................225System Errors......................................................225
System Lights, Messages and AudibleAlerts.................................................................224System Limitations.............................................224Using the System...............................................222
Cruise Control...................................................81Principle of Operation.......................................203
Cruise controlSee: Using Cruise Control...............................203
Customer Assistance..................................254
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Data Recording................................................10Event Data Recording...........................................10Service Data Recording.......................................10
Daytime Running Lamps...............................89Direction Indicators........................................92Doors and Locks.............................................68Drive Control.................................................229Lincoln Drive Control........................................229
Driver Alert......................................................212Using Driver Alert................................................213
Driver and Passenger Airbags....................50Children and Airbags............................................51Proper Driver and Front Passenger SeatingAdjustment..........................................................51
Driving Aids....................................................212Driving Hints..................................................245
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