2019 LINCOLN MKT jump start

Cross Traffic Alert........................................222
Steering.........................................................225
Collision Warning System.........................226
Drive Control................................................229
Load Carrying
Rear Under Floor Storage..........................231
Cargo Nets.....................................................231
Luggage Covers...........................................231
Load Limit......................................................232
Towing
Towing a Trailer............................................237
Trailer Sway Control...................................238
Recommended Towing Weights.............238
Essential Towing Checks..........................240
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels......243
Driving Hints
Breaking-In...................................................245
Economical Driving.....................................245
Driving Through Water..............................245
Floor Mats.....................................................246
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance..................................248
Hazard Flashers..........................................249
Fuel Shutoff..................................................249
Jump Starting the Vehicle........................250
Post-Crash Alert System...........................252
Transporting the Vehicle...........................253
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need...............254
In California (U.S. Only)..............................255
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) AutoLine Program (U.S. Only).......................256
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program(Canada Only)..........................................257
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada......................................................258
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature......................................................................260
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)......260
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only).......................................................................261
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart...........................262
Changing a Fuse.........................................278
Maintenance
General Information....................................281
Opening and Closing the Hood..............282
Under Hood Overview - 3.5L...................283
Under Hood Overview - 3.7L...................284
Engine Oil Dipstick.....................................286
Engine Oil Check........................................286
Oil Change Indicator Reset.......................287
Engine Coolant Check...............................288
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check.....292
Brake Fluid Check......................................294
Power Steering Fluid Check....................295
Washer Fluid Check...................................295
Changing the 12V Battery.........................295
Checking the Wiper Blades......................297
Changing the Wiper Blades.....................297
Adjusting the Headlamps.........................298
Removing a Headlamp..............................300
Changing a Bulb..........................................300
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•An open or pinched sensor hose.
•Incorrect engine oil level.
•Incorrect fuel for climatic conditions.
•Incorrect engine oil viscosity for climacticconditions.
Note:Some vehicles have a lifetime fuel filterthat is integrated with the fuel tank. Regularmaintenance or replacement is not needed.
Note:If these checks do not help you correctthe concern, have your vehicle checked assoon as possible.
Noise Emissions Warranty, ProhibitedTampering Acts and Maintenance
On January 1, 1978, Federal regulationbecame effective governing the noiseemission on trucks over 10,000 lb (4,536 kg)Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). Thepreceding statements concerning prohibitedtampering acts and maintenance, and thenoise warranty found in the Warranty Guide,are applicable to complete chassis cabs over10,000 lb (4,536 kg) GVWR.
CATALYTIC CONVERTER
WARNING: Do not park, idle or driveyour vehicle on dry grass or other dryground cover. The emission system heatsup the engine compartment and exhaustsystem, creating the risk of fire.
WARNING: The normal operatingtemperature of the exhaust system is veryhigh. Never work around or attempt torepair any part of the exhaust system untilit has cooled. Use special care whenworking around the catalytic converter.The catalytic converter heats up to a veryhigh temperature after only a short periodof engine operation and stays hot after theengine is switched off.
WARNING: Exhaust leaks may resultin entry of harmful and potentially lethalfumes into the passenger compartment. Ifyou smell exhaust fumes inside yourvehicle, have your vehicle inspectedimmediately. Do not drive if you smellexhaust fumes.
Your vehicle has various emission controlcomponents and a catalytic converter thatenables it to comply with applicable exhaustemission standards.
To make sure that the catalytic converter andother emission control components continueto work properly:
•Do not crank the engine for more than10 seconds at a time.
•Do not run the engine with a spark pluglead disconnected.
•Do not push-start or tow-start yourvehicle. Use booster cables. See JumpStarting the Vehicle (page 250).
•Use only the specified fuel listed.
•Do not switch the ignition off when yourvehicle is moving.
•Avoid running out of fuel.
•Have the items listed in scheduledmaintenance information performedaccording to the specified schedule.
Note:Resulting component damage maynot be covered by the vehicle Warranty.
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ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Vehicles Sold in the United States:Getting Roadside Assistance
To fully assist you should you have a vehicleconcern, Lincoln Motor Company offers acomplimentary roadside assistance program.This program is separate from the NewVehicle Limited Warranty.
The service is available:
•Throughout the life of the vehicle fororiginal owners.
•For six years or 70,000 mi (110,000 km)(whichever comes first) for subsequentowners.
Roadside Assistance covers:
•A flat tire change with a good spare(except vehicles supplied with a tireinflation kit).
•Battery jump start.
•Lock-out assistance (key replacementcost is the client's responsibility).
•Fuel delivery — independent servicecontractors, if not prohibited by state,local or municipal law shall deliver up to2 gal (8 L) of gasoline or 5 gal (20 L) ofdiesel fuel to a disabled vehicle.Roadside Assistance limits fuel deliveryservice to two no-charge occurrenceswithin a 12-month period.
•Winch out — available within 100 ft (30 m)of a paved or county maintained road,no recoveries.
•Towing — independent servicecontractors, if not prohibited by state,local or municipal law shall tow Lincolneligible vehicles to the client's selling orpreferred dealer within 100 mi (160 km)of the disablement location or to thenearest Lincoln dealer. If a client requestsa tow to a selling or preferred dealer thatis more than 100 mi (160 km) from thedisablement location, the client isresponsible for any mileage costs inexcess of 100 mi (160 km).
•Roadside Assistance includes up to $200for a towed trailer if the disabled eligiblevehicle requires service at the nearestauthorized dealer. If the towing vehicleis operational but the trailer is not, thenthe trailer does not qualify for anyroadside services.
Vehicles Sold in the United States:Using Roadside Assistance
United States clients who require roadsideassistance, call 1-800-521-4140.
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Roadside Emergencies

1. Press START/STOP to switch off yourvehicle.
2.Press the brake pedal and START/STOPto switch on your vehicle.
3. Remove your foot from the brake pedaland press START/STOP to switch offyour vehicle.
4. You can attempt to start the vehicle bypressing the brake pedal andSTART/STOP, or press START/STOPwithout pressing the brake pedal.
JUMP STARTING THE VEHICLE
WARNING: Batteries normallyproduce explosive gases which can causepersonal injury. Therefore, do not allowflames, sparks or lighted substances tocome near the battery. When working nearthe battery, always shield your face andprotect your eyes. Always provide correctventilation.
WARNING: Keep batteries out ofreach of children. Batteries contain sulfuricacid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes orclothing. Shield your eyes when workingnear the battery to protect against possiblesplashing of acid solution. In case of acidcontact with skin or eyes, flush immediatelywith water for a minimum of 15 minutes andget prompt medical attention. If acid isswallowed, call a physician immediately.
WARNING: Use only adequatelysized cables with insulated clamps.
Preparing Your Vehicle
Do not attempt to push-start your automatictransmission vehicle.
Note:Attempting to push-start a vehicle withan automatic transmission may causetransmission damage.
Note:Use only a 12-volt supply to start yourvehicle.
Note:Do not disconnect the battery of thedisabled vehicle as this could damage thevehicle electrical system.
Park the booster vehicle close to the hoodof the disabled vehicle, making sure the twovehicles do not touch.
Connecting the Jumper Cables
WARNING: Do not attach the cablesto fuel lines, engine rocker covers, theintake manifold or electrical componentsas grounding points. Stay clear of movingparts. To avoid reverse polarityconnections, make sure that you correctlyidentify the positive (+) and negative (-)terminals on both the disabled and boostervehicles before connecting the cables.
WARNING: Do not attach the end ofthe positive cable to the studs or L-shapedeyelet located above the positive (+)terminal of your vehicle’s battery. Highcurrent may flow through and causedamage to the fuses.
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Roadside Emergencies

WARNING: Do not connect the endof the second cable to the negative (-)terminal of the battery to be jumped. Aspark may cause an explosion of the gasesthat surround the battery.
Note:In the illustration, the bottom vehiclerepresents the booster vehicle.
1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable tothe positive (+) terminal of the dischargedbattery.
2.Connect the other end of the positive (+)cable to the positive (+) terminal of thebooster vehicle battery.
3. Connect the negative (-) cable to thenegative (-) terminal of the boostervehicle battery.
4.Make the final connection of the negative(-) cable to an exposed metal part of thestalled vehicle's engine, away from thebattery and the fuel injection system, orconnect the negative (-) cable to a groundconnection point if available.
Jump Starting
1. Start the engine of the booster vehicleand rev the engine moderately, or pressthe accelerator gently to keep yourengine speed between 2000 and 3000RPM, as shown in your tachometer.
2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.
3. Once the disabled vehicle has beenstarted, run both vehicle engines for anadditional three minutes beforedisconnecting the jumper cables.
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Note:Until you switch the ignition to the onposition, you will receive a message in yourinformation display stating that your vehicleis not in park.
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Shift into park (P) or neutral (N).
3. Switch off all accessories.
4. Press the brake pedal and start yourvehicle.
5. Run the engine until it reaches normaloperating temperature. While the engineis warming up, complete the following:Reset the clock. See Audio Unit (page366). Reset the power windowsbounce-back feature. See PowerWindows (page 94). Reset the radiostation presets. See Audio Unit (page366).
6. Allow the engine to idle for at least oneminute.
7.Drive the vehicle at least 10 mi (16 km) tocompletely relearn the idle trim and fueltrim strategy.
Note:If you do not allow the engine torelearn the idle and fuel trim strategy, theidle quality of your vehicle may be adverselyaffected until the engine computereventually relearns the idle trim and fuel trimstrategy.
Note:Certain features may not operate ifthe battery monitor system is not reset witha scan tool following a jump start or batteryreplacement. Normal electrical accessoryoperation should resume after your vehicleis left undisturbed for 8 hours.
Make sure that you dispose of old batteriesin an environmentally friendly way. Seekadvice from your local authority aboutrecycling old batteries.
If storing your vehicle for more than 30 dayswithout recharging the battery, werecommend that you disconnect the batterycables to maintain battery charge for quickstarting.
CHECKING THE WIPER BLADES
Run the tip of your fingers over the edge ofthe blade to check for roughness.
Clean the wiper blades with washer fluid orwater applied with a soft sponge or cloth.
CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES
You can improve poor wiper quality bycleaning the wiper blades and thewindshield.
Replace the wiper blades at least annuallyfor optimum performance.
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In California (U.S. Only)...............................255Information Display Control.........................82Information Displays.....................................105General Information............................................105
Information Messages..................................112Adaptive Cruise Control.....................................113AdvanceTrac™........................................................113Alarm........................................................................114Automatic Engine Shutdown.............................114AWD.........................................................................115Battery and Charging System...........................116Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic AlertSystem................................................................117Brake System.........................................................117Collision Warning System..................................118Doors and Locks...................................................118Fuel..........................................................................119Keys and Intelligent Access...............................119Lane Keeping System........................................120Maintenance.........................................................120MyKey......................................................................121Park Aid..................................................................122Power Steering....................................................123Seats.......................................................................123Tire Pressure Monitoring System....................124Traction Control...................................................124
Transmission.........................................................124
Installing Child Restraints.............................20Child Seats.............................................................20Using Lap and Shoulder Belts...........................20Using Lower Anchors and Tethers forCHildren (LATCH).............................................26Using Tether Straps..............................................28
Instrument Cluster........................................100Instrument Lighting Dimmer........................88Instrument Panel Overview...........................16Interior Lamps..................................................92Third Row Dome Lamps......................................92
Interior Mirror...................................................97Auto-Dimming Mirror............................................97Second Row Illuminated Vanity Mirror............97
Introduction.........................................................7
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Jump Starting the Vehicle..........................250Connecting the Jumper Cables.....................250Jump Starting.......................................................251Preparing Your Vehicle.....................................250Removing the Jumper Cables........................252
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Keyless Entry.....................................................71SECURICODE™ Keyless Entry Keypad..............71
Keyless Starting.............................................158Ignition Modes.....................................................158
Keys and Remote Controls..........................59
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Lane Keeping System..................................214Switching the System On and Off...................215
Liftgate...............................................................74Lighting Control..............................................86Flashing the Headlamp High Beam.................87Headlamp High Beam.........................................87
Lighting..............................................................86General Information.............................................86
Lincoln Automotive Financial Services......12Lincoln Protect..............................................476Lincoln Protect (CANADA ONLY)....................477Lincoln Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S.Only)..................................................................476
Load Carrying.................................................231Load Limit.......................................................232Special Loading Instructions for Owners ofPick-up Trucks and Utility-typeVehicles............................................................236
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