Lincoln 2010 MKX Manual de usuario

Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 12Warning lights and chimes 12Gauges 16Message center 18Entertainment Systems 25AM/FM stereo with CDX6/MP3 25Auxiliar

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.Vehicle Symbol GlossarySafety AlertSee Owner’s GuideFasten Safety Belt Airbag - FrontAirbag

Automatic armingThe vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the offposition.The theft indicator will flash everytwo seconds to ac

Tips:• Only use Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs) or standardSecuriLock威 keys.• You must have two previously programmed coded keys (keys thatalre

9. Remove the newly programmed coded key from the ignition.If the key has been successfully programmed it will start the vehicle’sengine and will oper

• Press the driver or passengerinterior door lock control whilethe door is open, then close thedoor.• Press the 7 • 8 and 9 • 0controls on the keyless

Triggering the anti-theft systemThe armed system will be triggered if:• Any door, the hood or the liftgate is opened without using the doorkey, keypad

SEATINGWARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant toslide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personalinjuries in the event o

To adjust the head restraint, do the following:1. Adjust the seatback to an upright driving/riding position.2. Raise the head restraint bypulling up o

To remove the adjustable head restraint, do the following:1. Pull up the head restraint until itreaches the highest adjustmentposition.2. Insert and p

WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of acrash, head restraints must be installed properly.Adjusting the front power seatWARNING:

The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion.Press the switch in the direction ofthe arrows to move the seatforward, backward, up o

Vehicle Symbol GlossaryPower WindowsFront/RearPower Window LockoutChild Safety DoorLock/UnlockInterior LuggageCompartment ReleasePanic Alarm Engine Oi

Memory seats and power mirrorsThis system allows automaticpositioning of the driver seat andpower mirrors to two programmablepositions.The memory seat

Heated and cooled seatsHeated seatsWARNING: Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skinbecause of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal

If the engine falls below 350 RPMs while the cooled seats are on, thefeature will turn itself off and will need to be reactivated.Climate controlled s

To install a filter:1. First, position the filter in it’shousing making sure that the farforward end is all the way up in thehousing.2. Push in on the

Folding down the 60/40 rear seatsNote: The head restraints should be placed in the full down positionbefore folding the seatback down.Note: Ensure tha

Press and hold the controlmechanism to lower the seatback.The top portion lowers the right(40%) seatback, and the bottomportion lowers the left (60%)s

Seat-mounted armrest and cupholdersYour vehicle is equipped with a rearseat armrest. To fold the armrestdown, release the latch located onthe seatback

Rear heated seats (if equipped)WARNING: Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skinbecause of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord

SAFETY RESTRAINTSPersonal Safety System™The Personal Safety System™ provides an improved overall level offrontal crash protection to front seat occupa

longitudinal deceleration. The pretensioners are designed to activate infrontal and near-frontal collisions, and in rollovers and side collisionswhen

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESWarning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause extensive repairs. A wa

WARNING: Always transport children 12 years old and under inthe back seat and always properly use appropriate childrestraints.The front passenger sens

The Restraints Control Module (RCM) monitors its own internal circuitsand the circuits for the airbag supplemental restraints, crash sensor(s),safety

WARNING: In a rollover crash, an unbelted person issignificantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt.WARNING: Each seating position i

2. To unfasten, press the releasebutton and remove the tongue fromthe buckle.All restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts.Whil

Webbing extraction sensitive modeThe webbing sensitive locking mode locks the webbing and preventsmore belt from being pulled out if the belt is pulle

How to disengage the automatic locking modeWARNING: Ford Motor Company recommends that allpassenger safety belt assemblies and attaching hardware shou

WARNING: Position the safety belt height adjusters so that thebelt rests across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjustthe safety belt properly

WARNING: Position the safety belt comfort guide so that thebelt rests across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjustthe safety belt properly co

intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warninglight in the instrument cluster when the driver’s and front passenger’ssafety

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts(All statistics based on U.S. data):Reasons given... Consider...“Crashes are ra

WARNING: Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhausttemperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuelsystem, interior floor coverings

WARNING: Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt or insert alatchplate into the buckle to avoid the Belt-Minder威 chime. Todo so may adversely affec

1. Turn the ignition switch to the on position. DO NOT START THEENGINE.2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off (approximately1–2 minutes

Important supplemental restraint system precautionsAirbags DO NOT inflate slowly orgently and the risk of injury from adeploying airbag is greatest cl

WARNING: Do not put anything on or over the airbag module.Placing objects on or over the airbag inflation area may causethose objects to be propelled

How does the safety belt pretensioner and airbag supplementalrestraint system work?The safety belt pretensioner andairbag SRS are designed to activate

WARNING: Several air bag system components get hot afterinflation. Do not touch them after inflation.WARNING: If the air bag has deployed, the air bag

The front passenger sensing system will disable (will not inflate) thefront passenger’s frontal airbag if:• the front passenger seat is unoccupied, or

The front passenger sensing system is designed to enable (may inflate)the front passenger’s frontal airbag anytime the system senses that aperson of a

leans forward or sideways, or puts one or both feet up, the chance ofinjury during a crash is greatly increased.WARNING: Sitting improperly out of pos

system. The person in the front passenger seat may appear heavier orlighter due to the conditions described in the list above.WARNING: To reduce the r

Anti-lock brake system: If theABS light stays illuminated orcontinues to flash, a malfunction hasbeen detected. Contact yourauthorized dealer as soon

WARNING: Any alteration/modification to the front passengerseat may affect the performance of the front passenger sensingsystem.Determining if the sys

WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify theairbag SRS, its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing anairbag. Contact your authorize

The fact that the airbags did not inflate in a collision does not mean thatsomething is wrong with the system. Rather, it means the forces werenot of

Safety Canopy姞 SystemWARNING: Do not placeobjects or mount equipmenton or near the headliner at thesiderail that may come intocontact with a deploying

How does the Safety Canopy姞 system work?The design and development of theSafety Canopy威 system includedrecommended testing proceduresthat were develop

Children 12 years old and under should always be properly restrained inthe second or third row seats. The Safety Canopy威 will not interfere withchildr

Determining if the system is operationalThe SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone toindicate the condition of the system. Ref

SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDRENSee the following sections for directions on how to properly use safetyrestraints for children. Also see Airbag suppleme

Recommendations for Safety Restraints for ChildrenChild size, height, weight, or ageRecommendedrestraint typeInfants ortoddlersChildren weighing 40 lb

Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for childrenRestraintTypeChildWeightUse any attachment method as indicatedbelow by “X”LATCH(lowe

Low tire pressure warning:Illuminates when your tire pressureis low. If the light remains on atstart up or while driving, the tirepressure should be c

WARNING: Always carefully follow the instructions andwarnings provided by the manufacturer of any child restraint todetermine if the restraint device

training to ensure that all children ages 0 to 16 are properly restrained inthe correct restraint system. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSACertifi

Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place arear-facing child seat in front of an active airbag. If you must use aforward-facing

1. Position the child safety seat in aseat with a combination lap andshoulder belt.2. Pull down on the shoulder beltand then grasp the shoulder beltan

4. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckle closest tothe direction the tongue is comingfrom) for that seating position untilyou hear

towards the buckle will additionally help to remove remaining slack fromthe belt.9. Attach the tether strap (if the child seat is equipped). Refer toA

Your vehicle has LATCH loweranchors for child seat installation atthe seating positions marked withthe child seat symbol.The LATCH anchors are located

anchors is 280 mm (11 inches) center to center. A child seat with rigidLATCH attachments cannot be installed at the center seating position.LATCH comp

child seat for information about ordering a tether strap, or to obtain alonger tether strap if the tether strap on your safety seat does not reachthe

3. Clip the tether strap to theanchor as shown.WARNING: If the tetherstrap is clipped incorrectly,the child safety seat may not beretained properly in

Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parkinglamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and thedriver’s doo

Booster seats position a child so that vehicle lap/shoulder safety belts fitbetter. They lift the child up so that the lap belt rests low across the h

Types of booster seatsThere are generally two types of belt-positioning booster seats: backlessand high back. Always use booster seats in conjunction

Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster thatkeeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across thestomach, a

Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat.WARNING: Never place, or allow a child to place, the shoulderbelt under a chi

NOTICE TO CROSSOVER VEHICLE OWNERSCrossover vehicles handle differentlythan passenger cars in the variousdriving conditions that areencountered on str

driving surfaces are relatively level, obstruction-free and otherwisesimilar to normal on-road driving conditions. Operating your vehicleunder other t

INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADINGTire Quality Grades apply to newpneumatic passenger car tires. TheQuality grades can be found whereappli

WARNING: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based onstraight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not includeacceleration, cornering, hydro

Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increasethe tire’s load carrying capability.• kPa: Kilopascal, a metric unit of air pr

WARNING: Under-inflation is the most common cause of tirefailures and may result in severe tire cracking, tread separationor ⬙blowout⬙, with unexpecte

the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine andlet the engine cool.WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while theengine i

Note: If you have to drive a distance to get air for your tire(s), checkand record the tire pressure first and add the appropriate air pressurewhen yo

Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wearabnormally. Inspect all your tires, including the spare, frequently, andreplace them

U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)Both U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers toplace standardized information on the s

WARNING: When mounting replacement tires and wheels, youshould not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on thesidewall of the tire to set the beads w

• Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parkingWARNING: If your vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., donot rapidly spin the

• Front Wheel Drive (FWD)/AllWheel Drive (AWD) vehicles(front tires at top of diagram)Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the t

Information on “P” type tiresP215/65R15 95H is an example of atire size, load index and speedrating. The definitions of theseitems are listed below. (

Note: You may not find this information on all tires because it is notrequired by federal law.Letter rating Speed rating - mph (km/h)M 81 mph (130 km/

12. Treadwear, Traction and Temperature Grades• Treadwear: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on thewear rate of the tire when tested u

Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” typetires“LT” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires;

MESSAGE CENTERYour vehicle’s message center is capable of monitoring many vehiclesystems and will alert you to potential vehicle problems and variousc

Information on “T” type tires“T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below:T145/8

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)Each tire, including the spare (ifprovided), should be checkedmonthly when cold and inflated tothe inflation pre

following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,including inter

When your temporary spare tire is installedWhen one of your road tires needs to be replaced with the temporaryspare, the TPMS system will continue to

Low TirePressureWarning LightPossiblecauseCustomer Action RequiredFlashingWarning LightSpare tire inuseYour temporary spare tire is in use. Re-pair th

SNOW TIRES AND CHAINSWARNING: Snow tires must be the same size, load index, speedrating as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire orwheel

VEHICLE LOADING – WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILERThis section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle and/ortrailer, to keep your loaded vehic

WARNING: The appropriate loading capacity of your vehicle canbe limited either by volume capacity (how much space isavailable) or by payload capacity

Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight,including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue loadweight is als

• Example only:WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Labelvehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehiclehandling or

If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing distance traveledby gallons of fuel used (liters of fuel used by 100 kilometers traveled),your

GCW (Gross Combined Weight) – is the weight of the loaded vehicle(GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer.GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)

Steps for determining the correct load limit:1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargoshould never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.

calculation would be: 635 kg - (2 x 99 kg) - (12 x 45 kg) = 635 - 198 -540 = -103 kg. You will need to reduce the load weight by at least240 lb. (104

Do not exceed the maximum loads listed on the Safety ComplianceCertification label. For load specification terms found on the label, referto Vehicle l

Preparing to towUse the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it isproperly attached to your vehicle. Contact your authorized dealer or

cause them not to function properly. Your lamp outage featuremay also be disabled or provide incorrect information.Trailer tow connector(equipped on v

Trailer towing tips• Practice turning, stopping and backing up before starting on a trip toget the feel of the vehicle trailer combination. When turni

All Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles:Tow your All Wheel Drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground orwith all four wheels off the ground using a vehic

STARTINGPositions of the ignition1. Off— locks the automatictransmission gearshift lever andallows key removal. This positionalso shuts the engine and

WARNING: Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or inother enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always openthe garage door before you sta

Seating and Safety Restraints 105Seating 105Safety restraints 118Airbags 131Child restraints 147Tires, Wheels and Loading 164Tire information 166Tire

Most geographic areas (zones) have a magnetic north compass point thatvaries slightly from the northerly direction on maps. This variation is fourdegr

• Make sure the gearshift is in P(Park).3. Turn the key to 3 (on) withoutturning the key to 4 (start).Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See

that assists in starting the engine. After releasing the key from the 4(start) position, the engine may continue cranking for up to 10 secondsor until

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not useyour heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged(cheater) adapters.Prior to us

How to use the engine block heaterEnsure the receptacle terminals are clean and dry prior to use. To cleanthem, use a dry cloth.Depending on the type

ABS warning lampThe ABS lamp in the instrumentcluster momentarily illuminateswhen the ignition is turned on. Ifthe light does not illuminate duringsta

Press the parking brake pedaldownward again to release theparking brake. Driving with theparking brake on will cause thebrakes to wear out quickly and

WARNING: If a failure has been detected within theAdvanceTrac威 with RSC威 system, the “sliding car” iconwillilluminate steadily. Verify that the Advanc

When AdvanceTrac威 with RSC威 performs a normal system self-check,some drivers may notice a slight movement of the brake, and/or arumble, grunting, or g

or avoiding objects in the roadway. ESC operates by applying brakes toone or more of the wheels individually and, if necessary, reducing enginepower i

Switching Off AdvanceTrac威 with RSC威If the vehicle is stuck in snow, mud or sand, and seems to lose enginepower, switching off certain features of the

System check and vehicle feature customizationPress SETUP repeatedly to cyclethe message center through thefollowing features:PRESS RESET FOR SYS CHEC

STEERINGTo help prevent damage to the power steering system:• Never hold the steering wheel at its furthest turning points (until itstops) for more th

If the fuse is not blown and the brake lamps are working properly, thefollowing procedure will allow you to move the gearshift lever from P(Park):1. A

WARNING: If the parking brake is fully released, but the brakewarning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not beworking properly. See your author

R (Reverse)With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward.Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R(Re

• Allows the transmission to select gears that will provide the desiredengine braking based on the vehicle inputs mentioned above. This willincrease e

WARNING: To help avoid personal injury, please read andunderstand the limitations of the reverse sensing system ascontained in this section. Reverse s

The RSS detects obstacles up to sixfeet (two meters) from the rearbumper with a decreased coveragearea at the outer corners of thebumper, (refer to th

BLIND SPOT MIRRORS (IF EQUIPPED)Blind spot mirrors have anintegrated convex spotter mirrorbuilt into the upper outboard cornerof the outside mirrors.

ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)Your vehicle may be equipped with a full-time All Wheel Drive (AWD)system. With the AWD option, power will b

If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement• If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement, slow down, butavoid severe brake application, ea

AUTOUNLOCKThis feature automatically unlocks all vehicle doors when the driver’sdoor is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being turned off.Pres

Emergency maneuvers• In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turnmust be made, remember to avoid “over-driving” your vehicle (i.e.,

Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against youand cause the vehicle to become stuck to the point that assistance maybe required f

slopes or hills. A danger lies in losing traction, slipping sideways andpossibly rolling over. Whenever driving on a hill, determine beforehandthe rou

Avoid sudden braking as well. Although an AWD vehicle may acceleratebetter than a two-wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice, it won’t stop anyfaster, be

DRIVING THROUGH WATERIf driving through deep or standingwater is unavoidable, proceed veryslowly especially when the depth isnot known. Never drive th

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCEGetting roadside assistanceTo fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadside

• towing of your disabled vehicle• emergency travel expense reimbursement• travel planning benefitsIn Canada, for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance co

FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCHThis device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the enginewhen your vehicle has had a substantial jolt.After an

Standard fuse amperage rating and colorCOLORFuseratingMinifusesStandardfusesMaxifusesCartridgemaxifusesFuse linkcartridge2A Grey Grey — — —3A Violet V

The fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits1 30A Passenger front smart window2 15A High-mount brake lamp(brake o

• Some messages can be acknowledged and reset by pressing RESET.This allows you to use the full message center functionality by clearingthe message.DR

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits12 7.5A Power mirror switch, Driver sidepower seat memory, Driver seatmodule – keep alive power13 5A

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits38 20A Subwoofer/amplifier39 20A Radio40 20A Not used (spare)41 15A Automatic dimming rear viewmirro

The high-current fuses are coded as follows:Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits1 — Not used2 — Blower motor relay3 — Not used4 — Not us

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits15 40A** ABS pump motor16 30A** Front heated seats17 20A** Cigar lighter/Power point18 20A** Panoram

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits45 — Not used46 10A* Trailer tow right stop/turn lamp47 — Trailer tow right stop/turn lamp relay48 —

CHANGING THE TIRESIf you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel

2. Full-size dissimilar spare with label on wheel: This spare tire hasa label on the wheel that states: “THIS TIRE AND WHEEL FORTEMPORARY USE ONLY”Whe

The usage of a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel can lead toimpairment of the following:• Handling, stability and braking performance• Comfort and

Removing the spare tire and jack1. Lift the carpeted load floor panellocated in the rear of the vehicle.2. Remove the spare tire cover (ifequipped).3.

WARNING: Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of thevehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road toavoid the danger of being h

TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT — Displayed when a tire pressuresensor is malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use. For moreinformation on how the syst

3. Align the slot on top of the jackwith the sheet metal flangeindicated by the jack locator trianglenext to the tire you are changing.Turn the jack h

If you are stowing a flat 22 inch tire and wheel assembly,temporarily remove the load floor, plastic stowage bins, and the foamload floor supports to

Note: Inspect the wheel pilot holeprior to installation. If there isvisible corrosion in wheel pilot hole,remove loose particles by wipingwith clean r

4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion beforeyou attach the battery cables. Ensure that vent caps are tight and level.5. Tu

3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of theassisting battery.4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an ex

Jump starting1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine atmoderately increased speed.2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.3.

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the boostervehicle’s battery.4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of

WRECKER TOWINGIf you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, y

If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicledamage may occur.Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized towtruck

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEEDWarranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorizedFord, Lincoln, or Mercury dealer. While any authorized

AUDIO SYSTEMSAM/FM In-dash six CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound systemWARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehiclecontrol, acciden

In Canada:Mailing address (Ford vehicles)Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4Teleph

In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to the BBBAUTO LINE before taking action under the Magnuson-Moss WarrantyAct, or to the ext

procedure outlined on the first page of the Customer Assistance section,you may be eligible to participate in the BBB AUTO LINE program.The BBB AUTO L

The CAMVAP program is a straight-forward and relatively speedyalternative to resolve a disagreement when all other efforts to produce asettlement have

If you are in another foreign country, contact the nearest authorizeddealer. If the authorized dealer employees cannot help you, they candirect you to

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, andif it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order ar

WASHING THE EXTERIORWash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralpH shampoo, such as Motorcraft威 Detail Wash (ZC-3-A), which i

WAXING• Wash the vehicle first.• Do not use waxes that contain abrasives; use Motorcraft威 PremiumLiquid Wax (ZC-53-A), which is available from your au

ENGINEEngines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirtbuildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing:• Take care when

WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADESThe windshield, rear and side windows and the wiper blades should becleaned regularly. If the wipers do not wipe properly, sub

THX: Your vehicle may be equippedwith the THX威 II certified premiumaudio system. This system createsoptimal acoustic quality for allseating positions

INSTRUMENT PANEL/INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENSClean the instrument panel, interior trim areas and cluster lens with aclean, damp, white cotton cloth,

• If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area firstwith Motorcraft威 Spot and Stain Remover (ZC-14). In Canada, useMotorcraft威 Mul

FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTSYour Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many qualityproducts available to clean your vehicle and

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONSTo help you service your vehicle, we provide scheduled maintenanceinformation which makes tracking routine service easy.If your

OPENING THE HOOD1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under thebottom of the instrument panel nearthe steering column.2. Go to th

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT1. Engine coolant reservoir2. Power steering fluid reservoir3. Brake fluid reservoir4. Battery5. Power

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUIDAdd fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely.Only use a washer

CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES1. Pull the wiper arm away from thevehicle. Turn the blade at an anglefrom the wiper arm. Press the locktab to release the bl

4. Attach the new wiper to thewiper arm and press it into placeuntil a click is heard.If you find this procedure toodifficult, please see your dealer.

6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insertthe dipstick fully, then remove itagain.• If the oil level is within thisrange, the oil level is acceptable.DO NOT A

(Phone): Your vehicle may be equipped with SYNC威 which hasspecial phone features. Refer to the SYNC威 supplement for furtherinformation. If your vehicl

• If required, add engine oil to theengine. Refer to Adding engineoil in this chapter.• Do not overfill the enginewith oil. Oil levels above thismark

Engine oil and filter recommendationsLook for this certificationtrademark.Use SAE 5W-20 engine oilOnly use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by th

BATTERYYour vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft威 maintenance-freebattery which normally does notrequire additional water during itslife of service.If

WARNING: Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteriescontain sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.Shield your eyes when work

• Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recyclin

• Refer to scheduled maintenance information for service intervalschedules.• Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing yourvehicle in

• Do not use alcohol, methanol, brine or any engine coolantsmixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze (coolant). Alcoholand other liquids can cause en

Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant level in the coolantreservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle. Ifnecessary, ad

• NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40%.• Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% willdecrease the corrosion protection charact

When fail-safe mode is activatedYou have limited engine power when in the fail-safe mode, so drive thevehicle with caution. The vehicle will not be ab

• DELETE ALL SONGS: Press OK to delete all song’s from thesystem’s memory. The display will read ARE YOU SURE ? Press OK toconfirm deletion of all sav

WARNING: Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or deathif misused or mishandled.WARNING: Gasoline may contain benzene, which is acancer-causing ag

WARNING: When refueling always shut the engine off andnever allow sparks or open flames near the filler neck. Neversmoke while refueling. Fuel vapor i

3. Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe.4. To install the cap, align the tabs on the cap with the notches on thefiller pipe.5. Turn the fi

Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metalliccompounds, including manganese-based additives.Note: Use of any fuel other th

Running out of fuelAvoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverseeffect on powertrain components.If you have run out of fuel:• Y

able to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of thefuel tank due to the empty reserve still present in the tank.For consistent results wh

Habits• Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel.• Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fueleconomy.• Idlin

• Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example; bugdeflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) mayreduce fuel econo

WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grassor other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up theengine compartment and exhaus

3. The fuel cap may not have been securely tightened. See Fuel fillercap in this chapter.4. Driving through deep water—the electrical system may be we

Bass: Press / to adjust the bass setting.Treble: Press/ to adjust the treble setting.Balance: Press/ to adjust the audio between the right and leftspe

vehicle is not ready for I/M testing, the following driving cycle consistingof mixed city and highway driving may be performed:15 minutes of steady dr

BRAKE FLUIDThe fluid level will drop slowly asthe brakes wear, and will rise whenthe brake components are replaced.Fluid levels between the MIN andMAX

7. Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level. The fluid should be inthe designated areas for normal operating temperature.Low fluid levelDo not

If an overfill occurs, excess fluidshould be removed by an authorizeddealer.An overfill condition oftransmission fluid may cause shift and/or engageme

6. Replace the air filter housingcover and secure the clamps. Besure that the air cleaner cover tabsare engaged into the slots of the aircleaner housi

MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIESItem Capacity Ford part nameFord part number /Ford specificationBrake fluidBetween MIN andMAX on rese

Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number /Ford specificationEngine coolant11.7 quarts(11.1L)6,7•Motorcraft威 SpecialtyGreen Engine Coolant2• VC-10-

Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number /Ford specificationFuel tank (all-wheeldrive)20.8 gallons(78.7L)——1Use of synthetic or synthetic blend mo

ENGINE DATAEngine 3.5L V6 engineCubic inches 214Required fuel 87 octaneFiring order 1–4–2–5–3–6Spark plug gap 0.050–0.057 inch (1.29–1.45 mm)Ignition

IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLESafety Compliance Certification LabelThe National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations requirethat a Safety Compli

Maintenance and Specifications 263Engine compartment 265Engine oil 268Battery 272Engine coolant 274Fuel information 279Air filter(s) 293Part numbers 2

press SEEK to seek to the next channel in the selected category.Press and hold SEEKto fast seek through the next channels.In TEXT MODE, press SEEKto v

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the followinginformation:1. World manufacturer identifier2. Brake system / Gross VehicleWeight Rating

GENUINE LINCOLN ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLEA wide selection of Genuine Lincoln Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local Lincoln o

Peace of mindRemote startKeyless entry keypadCargo security shadeWheel locksFor maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information inmind whe

FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANSMore than 30 million Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury owners have discoveredthe powerful protection of Ford ESP. It is the on

Ford ESP Can Quickly Pay for ItselfOne service bill – the cost of parts and labor – can easily exceed theprice of your Ford ESP Service Contract. With

Ford Extended Service Plan3052010 MKX (mkx)Owners Guide, 2nd PrintingUSA (fus)

AAccessory delay ...62AdvanceTrac ...205Air cleaner filter ...293–294Air conditioning ..

in front seat ...152in rear seat ...152LATCH ...155recommendatio

Engine oil ...268change oil soon warning,message center ...268checking and adding ...268

cluster ...12lighting up paneland interior ...46JJack ...

12. SHUFFLE: Press to play alltracks on the current disc in randomorder.13. AM/FM: Press to selectAM/FM1/FM2 frequency band.14. CD: Press to enter CD

PParking brake ...204Parts(see Motorcraft威 parts) ...294Passenger OccupantClassification Sensor ...119P

Spare tire(see Changing the Tire) ...238Spark plugs,specifications ...294, 298Specification chart,lubricants ...

17. CD slot: Insert a CD label sideup.18. LOAD: Press to load a CD.Press LOAD and a memory presetto load to a specific slot. Press andhold to autoload

3. Attach one end of the audio extension cable to the headphone outputof your player and the other end of the audio extension cable to the AIJin your

USB portWARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehiclecontrol, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends thatdrivers use extreme

CD/CD player careDo:• Handle discs by their edges only.(Never touch the playingsurface).• Inspect discs before playing.• Clean only with an approved C

CDs with homemade paper(adhesive) labels should not beinserted into the CD player asthe label may peel and cause theCD to become jammed. It isrecommen

news and entertainment programming. A service fee is required in orderto receive SIRIUS威 service. Vehicles that are equipped with a factoryinstalled S

Radio Display Condition Action RequiredUNSUBSCRIBED Subscription notavailable for thischannel.Contact SIRIUS威 at1–888–539–7474 to subscribe tothe chan

DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CLIMATE CONTROL WITHHEATED AND COOLED SEATSTemperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius,refer to Messag

CONGRATULATIONSCongratulations on acquiring your new Lincoln. Please take the time toget well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. T

6. Passenger cooled seat: Press to control the passenger cooledseat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and SafetyRestraints chapter for

14. OFF: Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate.15. Driver side temperature control: Press to increase/decrease thetemperature on the dr

• Manual operation:1. Select or .2. Select A/C and(recirculated air). Use (recirculated air)with A/C to provide colder airflow.3. Set the temperature

CABIN AIR FILTERThe cabin air filter element is designed to reduce the concentration ofairborne particles such as dust, spores and pollen in the air b

HEADLAMP CONTROLRotate the headlamp control to thefirst position to turn on theparking lamps.Rotate to the second positiontoturn on the headlamps.Rota

Fog lamp controlThe headlamp control also operatesthe fog lamps. The fog lamps can beturned on when the headlampcontrolisinthe, ,orpositions and the h

WARNING: Always remember to turn on your headlamps atdusk or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp(DRL) system does not activate the tail

• (1) 8 feet (2.4 meters)• (2) Center height of lamp toground• (3) 25 feet (7.6 meters)• (4) Horizontal reference line2. Measure the height of thehead

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL• Push down to activate the leftturn signal.• Push up to activate the right turnsignal.INTERIOR LAMPSFront row map lamps (if equipp

Map/dome lamp (if equipped)The dome lamp lights when:• any door is opened,• the instrument panel dimmerswitch is rotated up until thecourtesy lamps co

Warning symbols on your vehicleWhen you see this symbol, it isimperative that you consult therelevant section of this guide beforetouching or attempti

• Large water droplets, drip marks or streaks present on the interior ofthe lensTake your vehicle to dealer for service if any of the above conditions

Replacing headlamp bulbsCheck the operation of all bulbs frequently.1. Make sure that the headlamp control is in the off position.2. Open the hood.3.

6. Disconnect the electricalconnector from the bulb.7. Connect the electrical connectoron the new bulb.WARNING: Handle a halogen headlamp bulb careful

6. Carefully pull the bulb out of thesocket and push in the new bulb.7. Install the bulb socket into thelamp assembly and rotate clockwise.8. Install

Replacing tail/stop/turn/sidemarker/backup lamp bulbsThe tail/stop/turn/sidemarker/backup lamp bulbs are located in the sameportion of the tail lamp a

Replacing license plate lamp bulbs1. Make sure the headlamp switch isin the off position.2. Remove the two screws and thelicense plate lamp assembly f

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVERWindshield wiper: Rotate the endof the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease the

Rear window wiper/washer controlsFor rear wiper operation, rotate therear window wiper and washercontrol to the desired position.Select:2 — Normal spe

ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRRORLift the mirror cover to turn on thevisor mirror lamp.Slide on rod featureThe visor will slide back and forthon the rod for in

CENTER CONSOLEYour vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. Theseinclude:1. Cupholders2. Tissue box holder (if equipped)(located on

Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils sincethese additives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in theMaintenance

To have full capacity usage of your power point, the engine is required tobe running to avoid unintentional discharge of the battery. To preventthe ba

One-touch up (front windows only)Allows the driver and passenger’swindow to close fully withoutholding the control up. Pull theswitch completely up to

Window lockThe window lock feature allows onlythe driver and front passenger tooperate the power windows.To lock out all the window controls(except fo

EXTERIOR MIRRORSPower side view mirrorsWARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is inmotion.To adjust your mirrors:1. Rotate the control cl

SPEED CONTROLWith speed control set, you can maintain a set speed without keepingyour foot on the accelerator pedal.WARNING: Do not use the speed cont

Disengaging speed controlPress the brake pedal to disengage the speed control. Disengaging thespeed control will not erase the previous set speed.Resu

STEERING WHEEL CONTROLSThese controls allow you to operate some radio control features.Radio control features– VOL + (Volume): Press todecrease or inc

Navigation system/SYNC威 handsfree control features(if equipped)Presscontrol briefly until thevoiceicon appears on theNavigation display to use the voi

To open power sunshades andpanoramic Vista Roof™: Pressand release the control toopen the sunshade. The front andrear sunshades open simultaneously.No

HomeLink威Car2U威 Home AutomationSystemHomeLink姞 Wireless Control System (if equipped)The HomeLink威 Wireless ControlSystem, located on the driver’s viso

DATA RECORDINGService Data RecordingService data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting andstoring diagnostic information about your vehi

Retain the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as forfuture programming procedures (i.e. new HomeLink威 equipped vehiclepurchase). I

5. Firmly press and release the “learn” or “smart” button. (The name andcolor of the button may vary by manufacturer.)Note: There are 30 seconds in wh

Operating the HomeLink姞 Wireless Control SystemTo operate, simply press and releasethe appropriate HomeLink威 button.Activation will now occur for thet

Car2U姞 Home Automation System (if equipped)The Car2U威 Home AutomationSystem is a universal transmitterlocated in the driver’s visor thatincludes two p

• Fixed code garage door openers were produced prior to 1996. Fixedcode uses the same coded signal every time. It is manuallyprogrammed by setting DIP

2. Go to the garage to locate thegarage door opener motor and its“learn” button. You may need aladder to reach the unit and youmay need to remove the

Note: The Car2U威 system allows for three devices to be programmed. Ifyou need to change or replace any of the three devices after it has beeninitially

3. To input these positions into theCar2U威 system, simultaneouslypress all three Car2U威 systembuttons for a few seconds and thenrelease to put the dev

To erase programming on the Car2U威 system (individual buttons cannotbe erased), use the following procedure:1. Firmly press the two outsideCar2U威 syst

WARNING: Keep keys out of reach of children. Do not allowchildren to play near an open or moving power liftgate.The liftgate will only operate with th

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To power open or close theliftgate from the Instrumentpanel:Press the button, located to the leftof the steering column, once topower open or close th

To power close the liftgate withthe rear cargo area controlbutton:Press and release the control on theleft rear quarter panel to close theliftgate.Not

Resetting the power liftgate:The power liftgate may not operate properly and may need to be reset ifany of these conditions occur:• a low voltage or d

WARNING: Make sure that the liftgate is closed to preventexhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle. This will alsoprevent passengers and cargo f

Cargo net (if equipped)The cargo net secures lightweightobjects in the cargo area. Attach thenet to the loops and anchorsprovided.WARNING: This net is

Utility hookThe utility hook can be used tohang small items such as grocerybags, etc. Do not hang more than10 lb (4.5 kg) on the hook.ROOF RACK SYSTEM

KEYSYour vehicle is equipped with twoIntegrated Keyhead Transmitters(IKTs). The IKT functions as both aprogrammed ignition key thatoperates all the lo

POWER DOOR LOCKS• Press thecontrol to unlock alldoors.• Press thecontrol to lock alldoors.Smart locksThis feature helps to prevent you from locking yo

Deactivating/activating autolock featureYour vehicle comes with the autolock features activated; there are fourmethods to enable/disable this feature:

Keyless entry keypad autolock enable/disable procedure1. Turn the ignition to the offposition.2. Close all the doors.3. Enter factory–set 5–digit entr

EXPORT UNIQUE (NON–UNITED STATES/CANADA) VEHICLESPECIFIC INFORMATIONFor your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped withfeatures and o

Power door lock switch autounlock enable/disable procedureBefore starting, ensure the ignition is in the off position and all vehicledoors are closed.

CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS• When these locks are set, therear doors cannot be opened fromthe inside.• The rear doors can be openedfrom the outside when the

The IKT allows you to:• remotely unlock the vehicledoors.• remotely lock all the vehicledoors.• remotely open the power liftgate.• activate the person

Opening front windows and panoramic roof (if equipped)You can open the vehicle’s windows, and (if equipped) vent thepanoramic roof by using thecontrol

Sounding a panic alarmPressto activate the alarm. The horn will sound and the turn lampswill flash for a maximum of three minutes. Press again or turn

3. A tone will be heard when the deactivation is complete.4. Repeat this procedure for another Integrated Keyhead Transmitter ifdesired.Replacing the

Illuminated entryThe interior lamps, parking lamps and puddle lamps (if equipped)illuminate when the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter or the keyless ent

SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEMYou can use the keyless entrykeypad to:• lock or unlock the doors withoutusing a key.• recall memory seat/power mirror

3. Press and hold the 1 • 2 for two seconds. This must be done withinfive seconds of completing Step 2.All personal codes are now erased and only the

vehicle or you can program the IKTs yourself. Refer to Programmingspare keys for instructions on how to program the coded key.Note: The SecuriLock威 pa