2020 LINCOLN AVIATOR oil change

When to Expect the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED Message
Vehicle Use and Example
Interval 1
Normal
7,500–10,000 mi (12,070–16,093 km) Normal commuting with highway driving
No, or moderate, load or towing
Flat to moderately hilly roads
No extended idling
Severe
5,000–7,500 mi (8,046–12,070 km) Moderate to heavy load or towing
Mountainous or off-road conditions
Extended idling
Extended hot or cold operation
Extreme
3,000–5,000 mi (4,828–8,046 km) Maximum load or towing
Extreme hot or cold operation
Extended engine idling
1 Hybrid vehicles may achieve longer distances between oil changes, but do\
not exceed the 1 year maximum oil change interval. Remaining
oil life can be accessed through the information display. See Information Displays (page 130).
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Normal Maintenance Intervals
At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Information Display
1
Change the engine oil and filter. 2
Rotate the tires.
Perform a multi-point inspection, recommended.
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 front axle.
Inspect the rear axle and U-joints.
Inspect the half-shaft boots.
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and the tire-rod ends.
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 12,500 mi (20,000 km) between service intervals.
2 Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter change\
s.
See Engine Oil Check (page 361).
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Other Maintenance Items
1
Change the automatic transmission fluid.
Every 150,000 mi
(240,000 km) Replace the accessory drive belt or belts. 4
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 distance
for the interval.
2 Initial replacement at 10 years or
200,000 mi (322,000 km), then every five years or 100,000 mi (160,000 km).
3 After initial inspection, inspect every other oil change until replaced.\
4 If not replaced within the last
100,000 mi (160,000 km).
SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
If you operate your vehicle
primarily in any
of the following conditions, you need to
perform extra maintenance as indicated. If
you operate your vehicle occasionally under
any of these conditions, it is not necessary
to perform the extra maintenance. For
specific recommendations, see your
dealership service advisor or technician. Perform the services shown in the following
tables when specified or within
3,000 mi
(4,800 km) of the message appearing in the
information display prompting you to change
your oil.
• Example 1
: The message comes on at
28,750 mi (46,270 km). Perform the
30,000 mi (48,000 km) automatic
transmission fluid replacement.
• Example 2
: The message has not come
on, but the odometer reads 30,000 mi
(48,000 km) (for example, the Intelligent
Oil-Life Monitor was reset at 25,000 mi
(40,000 km). Perform the engine air filter
replacement.
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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 Normal
Scheduled Maintenance chart.
As required
Inspect front axle.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Inspect rear axle and U-joints.
Inspect half-shaft boots.
See axle maintenance items under Exceptions.
Replace spark plugs.
Every
60,000 mi
(96,000 km) 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 Normal
Scheduled Maintenance chart.
As required
Replace cabin air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace engine air filter.
Replace spark plugs.
Every
60,000 mi
(96,000 km)
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Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions - Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads
Replace cabin air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace 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. 1
Every
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
or six months
Perform multi-point inspection.
1 Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter chang\
es.
See Oil Change Indicator Reset (page 362). Exclusive use of E85 - Flex Fuel Vehicles Only
If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regular unleaded fuel.
Every oil change
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the Normal
Schedule: Axle and PTU maintenance
: The Power
Transfer Unit (PTU) and rear axle (four wheel
drive only) in your vehicle does not require
any normal scheduled maintenance. Vehicles
are electronically monitored and notify the
driver required service by displaying a
message in the information display. The PTU
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Stay in Neutral Mode.........................................224
Understanding Your Transmission Selector
Positions...........................................................223
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check...........................................................369
Auto-Start-Stop.............................................208 Disabling Auto-Start-Stop................................209
Enabling Auto-Start-Stop..................................208
Autowipers......................................................103 Autowipers Settings...........................................104
Low Temperature Wipe Inhibit.........................104
Auxiliary Power Points..................................197
110 Volt AC Power Point.....................................197
12 Volt DC Power Point......................................197
USB Port and Power Point Locations.............197
AWD See: All-Wheel Drive..........................................228
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery........................
371
Blind Spot Information System.................289 Blind Spot Information System with Trailer
Tow.....................................................................291
Switching the System On and Off..................293
System Errors......................................................293 Using the Blind Spot Information
System..............................................................289
BLIS See: Blind Spot Information System..............289
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood............358
Booster Seats...................................................37 Types of Booster Seats.......................................37
Brake Fluid Check........................................369 Brake Fluid Service Interval.............................370
Brakes.............................................................235 General Information...........................................235
Breaking-In.....................................................324
Bulb Specification Chart.............................437
C
Canceling the Set Speed...........................268
Capacities and Specifications...................426 Air Conditioning System...................................426
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold
Climates............................................................430
Automatic Transmission....................................427
Engine Coolant...................................................428
Engine Oil.............................................................429
Front Axle.............................................................434
Fuel Tank..............................................................432
Grease...................................................................432 Hydraulic Brake System...................................432
Locks......................................................................433
Rear Axle..............................................................435
Transfer Case.......................................................434
Washer Reservoir...............................................436
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior...............................
379
Catalytic Converter......................................220 On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)........................221
Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance
(I/M) Testing.....................................................222
Center Console
.............................................201
Changing a Bulb...........................................377 LED Lamps............................................................377
Changing a Fuse..........................................355 Fuses.....................................................................355
Changing a Road Wheel...............................411 Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly
Information.......................................................412
Tire Change Procedure.....................................
413
Changing the 12V Battery...........................371 Battery Management System..........................372
Remove and Reinstall the Battery..................373
Changing the Engine Air Filter..................363
Changing the Front Wiper Blades - Vehicles With: Heated Wiper
Blades...........................................................376
Replacing the Rubber Insert............................376
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Driver and Passenger Knee Airbags.........58
Driving Aids...................................................282
Driving Hints..................................................323
Driving Through Water................................324
DRL See: Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With:
Configurable Daytime Running Lamps......108
See: Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With: Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)....................108
E
Economical Driving
......................................323
Electric Parking Brake.................................236 Applying the Electric Parking Brake..............236
Automatically Releasing the Electric Parking
Brake.................................................................237
Manually Releasing the Electric Parking Brake.................................................................237
Releasing the Electric Parking Brake if the Vehicle Battery is Running Out of
Charge..............................................................238
Electromagnetic Compatibility
..................554
Emergency Call Limitations..........................63
Emergency Call Requirements....................62
Emergency Door Release............................86 Emission Law
..................................................219
Noise Emissions Warranty, Prohibited
Tampering Acts and Maintenance............220
Tampering With a Noise Control System...............................................................219
End User License Agreement...................559 VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT (EULA) ....................................559
Engine Block Heater
...................................206
Using the Engine Block Heater......................207
Engine Coolant Check................................364 Adding Coolant...................................................365
Coolant Change..................................................367
Engine Coolant Temperature
Management...................................................368
Fail-Safe Cooling................................................367
Recycled Coolant...............................................366
Severe Climates..................................................367
Engine Emission Control
.............................219
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System........................94
Engine Oil Check...........................................361 Adding Engine Oil..............................................362
Engine Oil Dipstick........................................361
Engine Specifications...................................421 Drivebelt Routing................................................422
Entertainment................................................470 AM/FM Radio........................................................471 Apps.......................................................................482
Bluetooth Stereo or USB..................................480
CD (If equipped)..................................................479
HD Radio
™ Information (If Available)..............
475
SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (If Activated)..........471
Sources.................................................................470
Supported Media Players, Formats and Metadata Information...................................482
USB Ports.............................................................482
Environment.....................................................20
EPB See: Electric Parking Brake.............................236
Essential Towing Checks.............................319 Before Towing a Trailer.....................................320
Hitches...................................................................319
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal
Watercraft (PWC)............................................320
Safety Chains.......................................................319
Trailer Brakes........................................................319
Trailer Lamps.......................................................320
When Towing a Trailer......................................320
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording.............................................12
Export Unique Options
...................................19
Exterior Mirrors................................................117 360-Degree Camera...........................................119
Auto-dimming Feature........................................119
Auto-Folding Exterior Mirrors............................118
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M
Maintenance..................................................358
General Information...........................................358
Memory Function...........................................178 Easy Entry and Exit Feature..............................179
Personal Profiles..................................................179
Saving a PreSet Position...................................178
Message Center See: Information Displays.................................130
Mirrors See: Windows and Mirrors.................................116
Mobile Communications Equipment..........18
Moonroof.........................................................120 Bounce-Back........................................................122
Opening and Closing the Moonroof...............121
Rear SunShade Opening and Closing............
121
Motorcraft Parts............................................422
MyKey – Troubleshooting.............................76
MyKey™...............................................................73 Principle of Operation..........................................73
N
Navigation......................................................487 Changing the Format of the Map....................491
cityseeker.............................................................493
Michelin Travel Guide........................................494 Navigation Map Accuracy and Updates.......494
Route Guidance...................................................491
Setting a Destination.........................................489
SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link......................494
Zoom.......................................................................491
Normal Scheduled Maintenance.............526 Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor™.............................526
Normal Maintenance Intervals........................528
O
Oil Change Indicator Reset
.......................362
Oil Check See: Engine Oil Check.......................................361
Opening and Closing the Hood...............358 Closing the Hood...............................................359
Opening the Hood.............................................358
Opening the Doors
........................................85
Front Doors............................................................85
Rear Doors..............................................................85
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature......................................................339
Obtaining a French Owner’ s Manual............339
Overhead Console.......................................201
Overriding Automatic High Beam Control............................................................115
Overriding Reverse Braking Assist
..........242
Overriding the Set Speed..........................276 P
Parking Aids
..................................................250
Principle of Operation.......................................250
Passive Anti-Theft System............................94 SecuriLock®............................................................94
PATS See: Passive Anti-Theft System........................94
Perchlorate........................................................16
Personalized Settings...................................133 Information On Demand....................................133
Personal Safety System ™
...............................51
How Does the Personal Safety System
Work?....................................................................51
Phone as a Key Limitations..........................70
Phone as a Key
................................................70
Phone as a Key – Troubleshooting...................71
Phone as a Key – Troubleshooting.............71 Phone as a Key – Frequently Asked
Questions............................................................71
Phone..............................................................485 Android Auto........................................................487
Apple CarPlay......................................................487
Pairing Your Cell Phone for the First
Time...................................................................485
Text Messaging...................................................486
Using Your Cell Phone......................................
486
Post-Crash Alert System
..............................331
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