2019 LINCOLN MKZ towing

Stowing the Flat Tire Without theRetainer Strap
You can temporarily stow the full-size roadwheel in the spare tire compartment.
1.Lift the carpeted wheel cover at an angleto access the spare tire compartment.
2.Place the wheel in the spare tire well withthe valve stem facing down.
3.Install the shorter jack retainer bolt to thejack bolt-down bracket through thecentre of the wheel. Finally, wind thewheel retainer down to secure the wheelin place.
4. Place the jack and tools back into thespare tire compartment.
5. Replace the carpeted wheel cover.
Stowing the Flat Tire Using theRetainer Strap (If Equipped)
You can temporarily stow the full-size roadwheel in the spare tire compartment.
1. Find the flat tire retainer strap tuckedinside the jack channel.
2.Locate the jack bolt-down bracket. Pushthe retainer strap through the jackbolt-down bracket.
3.Put the jack and lug wrench away. Makesure the jack is fastened so it does notrattle when you drive.
4.Stow the flat tire on the floor in the cargoarea.
5. Weave the retainer strap through thewheel openings.
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Lincoln Protect

When to expect the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED Message
Vehicle Use and ExampleInterval
Normal
7,500–10,000 mi (12,000–16,000 km)Normal commuting with highway drivingNo, or moderate, load or towingFlat to moderately hilly roadsNo extended idling
Severe
5,000–7,500 mi (8,000–12,000 km)Moderate to heavy load or towingMountainous or off-road conditionsExtended idlingExtended hot or cold operation
Extreme
3,000–5,000 mi (5,000–8,000 km)Maximum load or towingExtreme hot or cold operation
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Scheduled Maintenance

Towing a Trailer or Using a Car-top Carrier
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by information display and perform services listed in the NormalScheduled Maintenance chart.As required
Inspect rear axle and U-joints.Inspect frequently, serviceas required
See axle maintenance items under Exceptions.Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid.
Replace spark plugs.Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)
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Scheduled Maintenance

Center Console.............................................160Rear Seat Armrest...............................................160
Changing a Bulb............................................317Replacing Bulbs...................................................317
Changing a Fuse..........................................294Fuses.....................................................................294
Changing a Road Wheel............................356Changing a Road Wheel Procedure..............358Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire AssemblyInformation.......................................................357Stowing the Flat Tire Using the RetainerStrap..................................................................363Stowing the Flat Tire Without the RetainerStrap..................................................................363
Changing the 12V Battery...........................314Changing the Engine Air Filter...................317Changing the Wiper Blades.......................316Checking MyKey System Status.................64MyKey Distance.....................................................64Number of Admin Keys.......................................65Number of MyKeys...............................................64
Checking the Wiper Blades........................315Child Restraint and SeatbeltMaintenance..................................................44Child Restraint Positioning...........................33Child Safety.......................................................19General Information..............................................19
Child Safety Locks..........................................35Left-Hand Side.......................................................36Right-Hand Side....................................................36
Cleaning Leather Seats..............................325Cleaning Products.........................................319Materials................................................................319
Cleaning the Engine....................................322Cleaning the Exterior..................................320Cleaning the Headlamps.................................320Exterior Chrome Parts........................................321Exterior Plastic Parts...........................................321Stripes or Graphics.............................................321Underbody............................................................321Under Hood..........................................................321
Cleaning the Instrument Panel andInstrument Cluster Lens...........................325Cleaning the Interior....................................323Cleaning Alcantara Microfiber ClothFabric................................................................323
Cleaning the Wheels...................................326Cleaning the Windows and WiperBlades...........................................................322Clearing All MyKeys.......................................64Climate............................................................435Climate Control..............................................136Climate Controlled Seats............................150Cooled Seats.........................................................151
Coolant CheckSee: Engine Coolant Check............................304
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator..........55Creating a MyKey...........................................63Programming and Changing ConfigurableSettings...............................................................64
Cross Traffic Alert.........................................236Blocked Sensors................................................239Switching the System Off and On..................239System Errors......................................................239System Lights, Messages and AudibleAlerts.................................................................239System Limitations.............................................239Using the Cross Traffic Alert System.............236
Cruise Control..................................................83Principle of Operation........................................217Type One................................................................83Type Two.................................................................83
Cruise controlSee: Using Cruise Control.................................217
Customer Assistance..................................269
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Data Recording................................................10Event Data Recording...........................................10Service Data Recording.......................................10
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Daytime Running Lamps...............................89Type One - Conventional(Non-Configurable)..........................................90Type Two - Configurable....................................90
Direction Indicators........................................92Indicating a Lane Change..................................92
Doors and Locks.............................................67Drive Control.................................................246Lincoln Drive Control.........................................246
Driver Alert.....................................................227PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION............................227USING DRIVER ALERT......................................228
Driver and Passenger Airbags....................48Children and Airbags...........................................49Proper Driver and Front Passenger SeatingAdjustment.........................................................49
Driver and Passenger Knee Airbags.........53Driving Aids....................................................227Driving Hints..................................................259Driving Through Water...............................259DRLSee: Daytime Running Lamps...........................89
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Economical Driving......................................259Electric Parking Brake..................................193Applying the Electric Parking Brake...............193
Automatically Releasing the Electric ParkingBrake..................................................................194Manually Releasing the Electric ParkingBrake..................................................................194Releasing the Electric Parking Brake if theVehicle Battery is Running Out ofCharge...............................................................194
Electromagnetic Compatibility..................536Emission Law..................................................173Noise Emissions Warranty, ProhibitedTampering Acts and Maintenance..............174Tampering With a Noise Control System......173
End User License Agreement....................541VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSEAGREEMENT (EULA) .....................................541
Engine Block Heater....................................164Using the Engine Block Heater.......................165
Engine Coolant Check................................304Adding Coolant...................................................305Engine Coolant TemperatureManagement...................................................308Fail-Safe Cooling................................................306Recycled Coolant...............................................306Severe Climates.................................................306
Engine Emission Control.............................173Engine ImmobilizerSee: Passive Anti-Theft System.........................77
Engine Oil Check.........................................302Adding Engine Oil..............................................303
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.0L...........................302Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.0L...........................302Engine Specifications - 2.0L......................366Drivebelt Routing................................................367
Engine Specifications - 3.0L......................367Drivebelt Routing................................................368
Entertainment.................................................421AM/FM Radio.......................................................424Apps.......................................................................435Bluetooth Stereo or USB..................................433CD (If equipped)..................................................432HD Radio™ Information (If Available)..............428SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (If Activated).........424Sources.................................................................423Supported Media Players, Formats andMetadata Information....................................435USB Ports.............................................................435
Environment......................................................16EPBSee: Electric Parking Brake..............................193
Essential Towing Checks...........................255Before Towing a Trailer.....................................256Hitches..................................................................255Launching or Retrieving a Boat or PersonalWatercraft (PWC)............................................256Safety Chains......................................................255
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Trailer Brakes......................................................255Trailer Lamps.......................................................255When Towing a Trailer......................................256
Event Data RecordingSee: Data Recording.............................................10
Export Unique Options...................................14Exterior Mirrors................................................96Auto-Dimming Feature........................................98Auto-Folding Mirrors............................................97Blind Spot Monitor................................................99Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors.................................97Heated Exterior Mirrors.......................................98Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors............................98Lincoln Welcome Mat..........................................98Memory Mirrors.....................................................98Power Exterior Mirrors.........................................96Signal Indicator Mirrors.......................................98
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Fastening the Seatbelts................................38Rear Inflatable Seatbelt.......................................40Seatbelt Locking Modes.....................................39Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy..................38
Flat TireSee: Changing a Road Wheel.........................356
Flat Tire InflationSee: Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit....................329
Floor Mats......................................................260Front Parking Aid.........................................202Obstacle Distance Indicator............................203
Front Passenger Sensing System..............50Fuel and Refueling........................................166Fuel Consumption.........................................172Advertised Capacity...........................................172Fuel Economy.......................................................172
Fuel Filler Funnel Location..........................167Fuel Filter.........................................................3132.0L Engines and 3.0L Engines withFWD....................................................................3133.0L Engines with AWD.....................................314
Fuel Quality.....................................................166Choosing the Right Fuel....................................166
Fuel Shutoff...................................................263Fuses................................................................277Fuse Specification Chart.............................277Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel...........289Power Distribution Box......................................277
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Garage Door OpenerSee: Universal Garage Door Opener.............153
Gauges.............................................................103Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge.............104Fuel Gauge...........................................................104
Information Display.............................................104
GearboxSee: Transmission................................................177
General Information on RadioFrequencies...................................................57Intelligent Access..................................................57
General Maintenance Information...........504Multi-Point Inspection........................................507Owner Checks and Services...........................505Protecting Your Investment.............................504Why Maintain Your Vehicle?............................504Why Maintain Your Vehicle at YourDealership?.....................................................504
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada.........................................................273Getting the Services You Need................269Away From Home..............................................269
Global Opening and Closing.......................96Closing the Windows...........................................96Opening the Windows.........................................96
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Hazard Flashers............................................263Headlamp AdjustingSee: Adjusting the Headlamps........................316
Headlamp Exit Delay.....................................89
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