Normal Maintenance Intervals
At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Information Display 1
Change engine oil and filter. 2
Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth.
Perform a multi-point inspection - recommended.
Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level - vehicles with dipstick. 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 front axle and U-joints.
Inspect the half-shaft boots.
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tire-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints.
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.
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Other Maintenance Items 1
Replace cabin air filter.Every 20,000 mi (32,000 km)
Replace engine air filter.Every 30,000 mi (48,000 km)
Replace spark plugs.
Every 100,000 mi (160,000 km)
Inspect accessory drive belt(s). 2
Change automatic transmission fluid.
Every 150,000 mi (240,000 km)
Change front axle fluid - Four-wheel drive vehicles.
Change rear axle fluid.
Change transfer case fluid - Four-wheel drive vehicles.
Replace accessory drive belt(s).
Change engine coolant - if your vehicles has yellow-colored coolant.3Every 200,000 mi (320,000 km)
1 Perform these maintenance items within 3,000 mi (4,800 km) of the last engine oil and filter change. Do not exceed the designated distancefor the interval.2 After initial inspection, inspect every other oil change until replaced.3 Initial replacement at ten years or 200,000 mi (320,000 km), then every five years or 100,000 mi (160,000 km).
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SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
If you operate your vehicle primarily in anyof the following conditions, you need toperform extra maintenance, as indicated. Ifyou operate your vehicle occasionally underany of these conditions, it is not necessaryto perform the extra maintenance. For
specific recommendations, see yourdealership service advisor or technician.
Perform the services shown in the followingtables when specified or within 3,000 mi(4,800 km) of the message appearing in theinformation display prompting you to changeyour oil.
•Example 1: The message comes on at28,751 mi (46,270 km). Perform the30,000 mi (48,000 km) automatictransmission fluid replacement.
•Example 2: The message has not comeon, but the odometer reads 30,000 mi(48,000 km) (for example, the IntelligentOil-Life Monitor was reset at 25,000 mi(40,000 km)). Perform the engine air filterreplacement.
Towing a Trailer or Using a Car-top Carrier
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the information display and perform services listed in the NormalScheduled Maintenance chart.As required
Inspect and lubricate U-joints (if equipped with grease fittings).Inspect frequently, serviceas requiredSee axle maintenance items under Exceptions.
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)Replace spark plugs.
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Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances, as in Heavy Commercial Use
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the information display and perform services listed in the NormalScheduled Maintenance chart.As required
Replace engine air filter.Inspect frequently, serviceas requiredReplace cabin air filter.
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)Replace spark plugs.
Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions (Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads)
Replace engine air filter.Inspect frequently, serviceas requiredReplace cabin 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.
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Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions (Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads)
Change engine oil and filter.1Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)or six months
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)
1Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter change.
Off-road Operation
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints and U-joints. Lubricate if equipped with grease fittings.Inspect frequently, serviceas requiredReplace engine air filter.
Replace cabin air filter.
Change engine oil and filter.1Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)or six months
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth.
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)
1Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter change.
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Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the NormalSchedule.
Axle and Transfer Case Maintenance
Axle(s) and transfer case (Four-wheel drivevehicles) fluid changes or level checks arenot required unless a leak is suspected orthe assembly has been submerged in water.Contact an authorized 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. The Lincoln Motor Company,however, urges you to have allrecommended maintenance servicesperformed at the specified intervals and torecord all vehicle service.
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(4,800 km).
If the available API SM or SN oils are notavailable, then the oil change interval is1,800 mi (2,900 km).
Engine Air Filter Replacement
The life of the engine air filter is dependenton exposure to dusty and dirty conditions.Vehicles operated in these conditionsrequire frequent inspection and replacementof the engine air filter.
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Capacities and Specifications...................422Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely ColdClimates............................................................428Specifications......................................................424
Cargo Nets.....................................................289Car WashSee: Cleaning the Exterior...............................379
Catalytic Converter......................................207On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II).......................208Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance(I/M) Testing.....................................................209
Center Console..............................................189Changing a Bulb...........................................376LED Lamps...........................................................376
Changing a Fuse...........................................357Fuses......................................................................357
Changing a Road Wheel.............................410Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire AssemblyInformation.........................................................411Location of the Spare Tire and Tools..............411Tire Change Procedure.....................................412
Changing the 12V Battery...........................371Battery Management System..........................373
Changing the Engine Air Filter..................376Changing the Wiper Blades.......................374Checking MyKey System Status.................69MyKey Distance....................................................69Number of Admin Keys.......................................70
Number of MyKeys...............................................69
Checking the Wiper Blades.......................373Childminder Mirror........................................109Child Restraint and SeatbeltMaintenance..................................................48Child Restraint Positioning...........................36Child Safety.......................................................18General Information..............................................18
Child Safety Locks..........................................38Left-Hand Side.......................................................38Right-Hand Side....................................................38
Cleaning Leather Seats..............................384Cleaning Products........................................378Materials................................................................378
Cleaning the Engine.....................................381Cleaning the Exterior...................................379Cleaning the Headlamps..................................379Exterior Chrome Parts.......................................380Exterior Plastic Parts..........................................380Stripes or Graphics............................................380Underbody...........................................................380Under Hood.........................................................380
Cleaning the Instrument Panel andInstrument Cluster Lens...........................384Cleaning the Interior....................................382Cleaning Black Label or PresidentialInterior..............................................................382
Cleaning the Wheels...................................385
Cleaning the Windows and WiperBlades............................................................381Clearing All MyKeys.......................................69Climate Control..............................................152Climate Controlled Seats............................179Ventilated Seats...................................................179
Coolant CheckSee: Engine Coolant Check.............................364
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator..........59Creating a MyKey...........................................68Programming and Changing ConfigurableSettings...............................................................69
Cross Traffic Alert.........................................275Blocked Sensors.................................................278Switching the System Off and On..................278System Errors......................................................278System Lights, Messages and AudibleAlerts.................................................................278System Limitations.............................................278Using the Cross Traffic Alert System.............275
Cruise Control.................................................90Principle of Operation.......................................255Type One................................................................90Type Two..................................................................91
Cruise controlSee: Using Cruise Control...............................255
Customer Assistance...................................333
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