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ENGINE
DATA
Engine
3.7L
V6
engine
Cubic
inches
226
Required
fuel
87
octane
Firing
order
1–4–2–5–3–6
Ignition
system
Coil
on
plug
Compression
ratio
10.3:1
Spark
plug
gap
0.049–0.053
inch
(1.25–1.35
mm)
Engine
drivebelt
routing
1.
Short
drivebelt
is
on
first
pulley
groove
closest
to
engine.
2.
Long
drivebelt
is
on
second
pulley
groove
farthest
from
engine.
Maintenance
and
Specifications
332
201
1
MKX
(mkx)
Owners
Guide,
1st
Printing
USA
(fus)
331
333
Table of Contents
Default Chapter
1
Table of Contents
1
Introduction
4
Safety and Environment Protection
4
Breaking-In Your Vehicle
5
Perchlorate Material
5
Protecting the Environment
5
Data Recording
6
Service Data Recording
6
Special Instructions
6
Event Data Recording
7
Cell Phone Use
9
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
10
Instrument Cluster
12
Warning Lights and Chimes
12
Service Engine Soon
12
Brake System Warning Light
13
Anti-Lock Brake System
14
Airbag Readiness
14
Safety Belt
14
Charging System (RTT)
14
Advancetrac off Light
15
Low Tire Pressure Warning
15
Low Fuel (RTT)
15
Speed Control (RTT)
15
Door Ajar (RTT)
16
Tailgate Ajar (RTT)
16
Low Washer Fluid (RTT)
16
Heads up Display
16
Headlamps on Warning Chime
17
Parking Brake on Chime
17
Gauges
17
Message Center
18
Main Menu
19
Gauge Mode
19
Select-Shift Automatic Transmission (SST)
20
Trip 1 & 2
21
Enhanced Trip Display
21
Standard Trip Mode
22
Fuel Economy
23
Instant Fuel Economy
23
Configurable Fuel History
23
Settings
24
Information
26
System Warnings and Status Messages
27
Entertainment Systems
35
Mylincoln Touch™ System
35
Climate Controls
36
Automatic Temperature Control
36
Operating Tips
38
For Maximum Cooling Performance (MAX A/C)
38
To Aid in Side Window Defogging/Demisting in Cold Weather
38
Touchscreen Features
39
Climate Control Voice Commands
41
Rear Window Defroster
42
Remote Start Climate Operation
42
Automatic Climate Control
43
Cabin Air Filter
43
Adaptive Headlamps
44
Headlamp Control
44
Lights
44
Autolamp Control
45
Autolamp Delay System
45
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
46
Flash-To-Pass
46
Fog Lamp Control
46
High Beams
46
Aiming the Headlamps
47
Dome Lamp Control
47
Panel Dimmer Control
47
Vertical Aim Adjustment
48
Lane Change
49
Turn Signal Control
49
Front Row Map Lamps
50
Interior Lamps
50
Map/Dome Lamp
50
Rear Courtesy Lamp
50
Bulb Replacement
51
Lamp Assembly Condensation
51
Using the Right Bulbs
51
Replacing Exterior Bulbs
52
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs
52
Replacing Interior Bulbs
52
Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal Bulbs
53
Replacing HID Headlamp Bulbs
53
Replacing Side Marker Bulbs
54
Replacing Backup Lamp Bulbs
55
Replacing High-Mount Brake Lamp Bulbs
55
Replacing Supplemental Liftgate Lamp Assembly
55
Replacing Fog Lamp Bulbs
56
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs
56
Driver Controls
57
Speed Dependent Wipers
57
Windshield Wiper
57
Windshield Wipers
57
Courtesy Wipe Feature
58
Rear Window Wiper/Washer Controls
58
Windshield Washer
58
Windshield Wiper Rainlamp Feature
58
Power Tilt/Telescope Steering Column
59
Reverse Wiper Feature
59
Steering Wheel Adjustment
59
Tilt/Telescope Steering Wheel
59
Easy Entry/Exit Feature
60
Memory Feature
60
Illuminated Visor Mirror
61
Overhead Console
61
Slide-On-Rod Feature
61
Storage Compartment
61
Auxiliary Power Point (12V DC)
62
Center Console
62
One-Touch up or down (Front Windows Only)
63
Power Windows
63
Rear Window Buffeting
63
Bounce-Back
64
Global Open Windows
64
Security Override
64
Accessory Delay
65
Automatic Dimming Interior Rear View Mirror
65
Interior Mirror
65
Window Lock
65
Automatic Dimming Feature
66
Exterior Mirrors
66
Heated Outside Mirrors
66
Power Side View Mirrors
66
Blind Spot Mirrors
67
Fold-Away Mirrors
67
Speed Control
67
Using Speed Control
67
Disengaging Speed Control
68
Increasing Speed While Using Speed Control
68
Reducing Speed While Using Speed Control
68
Resuming a Set Speed
68
Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc)
69
Turning off Speed Control
69
Setting Adaptive Cruise Control
70
Using Adaptive Cruise Control
70
Following a Vehicle
71
Disengaging Adaptive Cruise Control
72
Overriding Adaptive Cruise Control
72
Setting the Gap Distance
72
Changing the Set Speed
73
Hilly Condition Usage
73
Low Speed Automatic Cancellation
73
Resuming the Set Speed
73
Detection Issues
74
ACC Not Available
75
Blocked Sensor
75
Switching to Normal Cruise Control
76
Audio Control Features
77
Cluster Display Control Features
77
Steering Wheel Controls
77
Panoramic Vista Roof and Power Sunshades
78
Universal Garage Door Opener
79
Homelink Wireless Control System
80
Programming
80
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming
82
Operating the Homelink Wireless Control System
82
Erasing Homelink Buttons
83
Positive Retention Floor Mat
83
Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
83
Opening and Closing the Power Liftgate
84
Power Liftgate
84
To Power Open or Close the Liftgate with the Transmitter
85
To Manually Operate the Liftgate
86
Obstacle Detection
87
Resetting the Power Liftgate
87
Liftgate Ajar Signal
88
Manual Liftgate Operation
88
Cargo Area Features
89
Cargo Management System
89
Cargo Net
89
Roof Rack System
90
Utility Hook
90
Intelligent Access Key (Ia Key)
91
Mykey
91
Locks and Security
91
Create a Mykey
92
Mykey Restricted Features
92
Check Mykey System Status
93
Clear Mykey
93
Programming Mykey Optional Settings
93
Using Mykey with Remote Start Systems
94
Troubleshooting
95
Power Door Locks
97
Smart Unlocks
97
Autolock Feature
98
Deactivating/Activating Autolock Feature
98
Power Door Lock Switch Autolock Enable/Disable Procedure
98
Autounlock Feature
99
Keyless Entry Keypad Autolock Enable/Disable Procedure
99
Deactivating/Activating Autounlock Feature
100
Power Door Lock Switch Autounlock Enable/Disable Procedure
100
Childproof Door Locks
101
Keyless Entry Keypad Autounlock Enable/Disable Procedure
101
Remote Entry System
101
Intelligent Access
102
Activating Intelligent Access at the Front Doors
103
Activating Intelligent Access at the Liftgate
103
Push Button Start
103
Unlocking the Doors/Two Stage Unlock
103
Car Finder
104
Locking the Doors
104
Opening the Power Liftgate
104
Sounding a Panic Alarm
104
Deprogramming the Memory Feature from the Transmitter
105
Memory Feature (Seat, Mirrors and Steering Column)
105
Programming the Memory Feature to the Transmitter
105
Memory Profiles
106
Replacing the Battery
106
How to Reprogram Your Intelligent Access Keys (IA Keys)
107
Illuminated Entry
107
Illuminated Exit
107
Replacing Lost Intelligent Access Keys (IA Keys)
107
Remote Start
108
Extending the Engine Run Time
109
Starting the Engine with Remote Start
109
Securicode Keyless Entry System
110
Turning the Engine off after Using Remote Start
110
Anti-Scan Feature
111
Erasing Personal Code
111
Unlocking and Locking the Doors Using Keyless Entry
111
Automatic Arming
112
Automatic Disarming
112
Replacement of Intelligent Access Keys
112
Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System
112
Programming Spare Intelligent Access Keys
113
Arming the System
114
Perimeter Alarm System
114
Disarming the System
115
Perimeter Alarm Issues
115
Adjustable Head Restraints
116
Front Seating
116
Seating and Safety Restraints
116
To Adjust the Head Restraint
117
To Remove the Adjustable Head Restraint
118
Adjusting the Front Power Seat
119
Using the Power Lumbar Support
120
Cooled Seats
121
Heated Seats
121
Climate Controlled Seats Air Filter Replacement
122
To Install a Filter
123
Folding down the 60/40 Rear Seats
124
Rear Seat Head Restraints
124
2Nd Row Easyfold Seatback Release
125
2Nd Row Manual Folding Seat
125
Adjusting the Second Row Seatback
126
Returning the 2Nd Row Seatback to the Upright Position
126
Returning the 2Nd Row Armrest to the Upright Position
127
Seat-Mounted Armrest and Cupholders
127
Rear Heated Seats
128
How Does the Personal Safety System Work?
129
Personal Safety System
129
Safety Restraints
129
Driver and Passenger Dual-Stage Airbag Supplemental Restraints
130
Driver’s Seat Position Sensor
130
Front Crash Severity Sensor
130
Front Passenger Sensing System
130
Determining if the Personal Safety System Is Operational
131
Front Safety Belt Energy Management Retractors
131
Front Safety Belt Pretensioners
131
Front Safety Belt Usage Sensors
131
Safety Belt Precautions
132
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
133
Restraint of Pregnant Women
134
Safety Belt Locking Modes
134
Automatic Locking Mode
135
When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
135
Energy Management Feature — Front Outboard
136
How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
136
Safety Belt Pretensioner
136
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
137
Safety Belt Height Adjustment
137
Second Row Comfort Guide
138
To Adjust the Comfort Guide
138
Belt-Minder
139
Conditions of Operation
139
Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime
139
Deactivating/Activating the Belt-Minder Feature
142
One-Time Disable
142
Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
143
Important Supplemental Restraint System Precautions
144
Children and Airbags
145
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
148
Determining if the System Is Operational
151
How Does the Side Airbag System Work?
152
Seat-Mounted Side Airbag System
152
Safety Canopy System
155
How Does the Safety Canopy System Work?
156
Safety Restraints for Children
158
SOS Post-Crash Alert System
158
Important Child Restraint Precautions
159
Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children
160
Recommendations for Attaching Child Safety Restraints for Children
161
Transporting Children
162
Infant And/Or Toddler Seats
163
Safety Seats for Children
163
Attaching Child Safety Seats with LATCH Attachments
167
Attaching Child Safety Seats with Tether Straps
169
Use of Inboard Lower Anchors from the Outboard Seating Positions
169
Child Booster Seats
171
When Children Should Use Booster Seats
172
Types of Booster Seats
173
The Importance of Shoulder Belts
174
Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance
175
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System
176
Notice to Crossover Vehicle Owners
176
Tires, Wheels and Loading
176
Vehicle Characteristics
176
How Your Vehicle Differs from Other Vehicles
177
Information about Uniform Tire Quality Grading
178
Traction AA a B C
178
Treadwear
178
Glossary of Tire Terminology
179
Temperature a B C
179
Tires
179
Inflating Your Tires
180
Tire Inflation
180
Inspecting Your Tires and Wheel Valve Stems
182
Tire Care
182
Damage
183
Tire Wear
183
Tire Replacement Requirements
184
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)
184
Safety Practices
185
Highway Hazards
186
Tire and Wheel Alignment
186
Tire Rotation
186
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall
187
Information on “P” Type Tires
188
Information on “T” Type Tires
192
Location of the Tire Label
192
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
193
Changing Tires with TPMS
194
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
194
When You Believe Your System Is Not Operating Properly
195
When Your Temporary Spare Tire Is Installed
195
How Temperature Affects Your Tire Pressure
196
When Inflating Your Tires
196
Snow Tires and Chains
197
Base Curb Weight
198
Vehicle Curb Weight
198
Vehicle Loading – with and Without a Trailer
198
Payload
199
Cargo Weight
200
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight
203
Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit
204
Trailer Towing
205
Preparing to Tow
206
Trailer Tow Connector
206
Hitches
207
Safety Chains
207
Trailer Brakes
207
Trailer Lamps
207
Driving While You Tow
208
Servicing after Towing
208
Trailer Towing Tips
208
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Vehicles
209
Recreational Towing
209
Driving
210
Starting
210
Ignition Modes
210
Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
210
Important Safety Precautions
211
Before Starting the Vehicle
211
Push Button Start System
212
Backup Method of Starting
213
Fast Restart Feature
213
Switching the Vehicle off When Not in P (Park)
213
Absence of the Intelligent Access Key
214
Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
214
Important Ventilating Information
214
Engine Block Heater
214
How to Use the Engine Block Heater
216
Brakes
216
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
216
Using ABS
216
Brake Assist
217
ABS Warning Lamp
217
Parking Brake
217
Advancetrac
218
Traction Control System (TCS)
220
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
221
Roll Stability Control (RSC )
221
Switching off Advancetrac with RSC
222
Advancetrac Features
222
Trailer Sway Control
223
Disabling Trailer Sway Control
223
Steering
224
Brake-Shift Interlock
224
Automatic Transmission Operation
226
Automatic Transmission Adaptive Learning
226
Understanding Your Selectshift Automatic Transmission (SST)
227
Gearshift Lever Toggle Switch
227
Recommended Shift Speeds
228
Hill Start Assist (HSA) System
228
Upshifts When Accelerating
228
Using Hill Start Assist
229
Activating Hill Start Assist
229
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow
229
Reverse Sensing System
230
Rearview Camera System
232
Fixed Guidelines
232
Visual Park Aid Alert
233
Manual Zoom
233
Rear Camera Delay
234
Night Time and Dark Area Use
235
Collision Warning System (if Equipped)
236
Servicing
236
Operation
237
Collision Warning System Limitations
237
Activating/Deactivating Collision Warning System
238
Driving with Blind Spot Mirrors
239
BLIS False Alerts
242
Cross Traffic Alert (CTA) System Operation
242
CTA Detection Limitations
244
CTA False Alerts
244
CTA and Reverse Sensing System (RSS) Interaction
244
BLIS And/Or CTA On/Off and Disable Operation
244
BLIS And/Or CTA Fault Operation
245
Trailer Tow False Alerts
246
Day and Night Brightness
246
Driving Off-Highway with AWD Vehicles
247
Basic Operating Principles
248
If Your Vehicle Goes off the Edge of the Pavement
248
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
248
Emergency Maneuvers
249
AWD Systems
249
Sand
249
Mud and Water
250
Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
251
Driving on Snow and Ice
251
Maintenance and Modifications
252
Driving through Water
253
Roadside Emergencies
254
Getting Roadside Assistance
254
Hazard Flasher Control
255
Fuel Pump Shut-Off
255
Fuses and Relays
256
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
256
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
257
Fuses Codes
258
Power Distribution Box
260
High-Current Fuses
261
Changing the Tires
265
Stopping and Securing the Vehicle
267
Tire Change Procedure
268
Removing the Spare Tire and Jack
268
Stowing the Flat/Spare Tire and Jack
270
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
271
Running out of Fuel
272
Jump Starting
272
Preparing Your Vehicle
273
Connecting the Jumper Cables
273
Removing the Jumper Cables
275
Wrecker Towing
276
Emergency Towing
277
Customer Assistance
278
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
285
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
285
Cleaning
286
Exterior Chrome
286
Washing the Exterior
286
Waxing
286
Aluminum Wheels and Wheel Covers
287
Engine
287
Paint Chips
287
Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts
288
Windows and Wiper Blades
288
Instrument Panel/Interior Trim and Cluster Lens
289
Panoramic Roof Deflector
289
Interior
290
Leather Seats
291
Leather Seats for the King Ranch Edition Only
291
Conditioning
292
Scratches
292
Underbody
292
Ford and Lincoln Mercury Car Care Products
293
Maintenance and Specifications
294
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
294
Service Recommendations
294
Working with the Engine off
294
Opening the Hood
295
Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
296
Changing the Wiper Blades
297
Windshield Washer Fluid
297
Changing Rear Window Wiper Blade
298
Checking the Engine Oil
298
Adding Engine Oil
300
Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
300
Battery
301
Use SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil
301
Checking Engine Coolant
304
Adding Engine Coolant
305
Coolant Refill Capacity
307
Recycled Engine Coolant
307
Severe Climates
307
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
308
What You Should Know about Fail-Safe Cooling
308
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
308
Fuel Filter
309
Fuel Information
309
What You Should Know about Automotive Fuels
309
Easy Fuel “No Cap” Fuel System
311
Refueling
311
Choosing the Right Fuel
312
Cleaner Air
313
Fuel Quality
313
Octane Recommendations
313
Refilling with a Portable Fuel Container
314
Essentials of Good Fuel Economy
315
Measuring Techniques
315
Calculating Fuel Economy
316
Filling the Tank
316
Driving Style — Good Driving and Fuel Economy Habits
317
Habits
317
Maintenance
317
Emission Control System
318
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
319
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
320
Power Steering Fluid
321
Brake Fluid
322
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
322
Transmission Fluid
322
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
323
Correct Fluid Level
323
High Fluid Level
323
Low Fluid Level
323
Air Filter
324
Changing the Air Filter Element
324
Vehicle Storage
325
Removing Vehicle from Storage
327
Motorcraft Part Numbers
328
Maintenance Product Specifications and Capacities
329
Engine Data
332
Engine Drivebelt Routing
332
Identifying Your Vehicle
333
Safety Compliance Certification Label
333
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
333
Transmission Code Designations
334
Accessories
335
Ford Extended Service Plan
337
Ford Extended Service Plan
340
General Maintenance Information
341
Protecting Your Investment
341
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
341
Check Every Month
344
Engine Coolant Change Interval
344
Maximum Oil Change Interval
344
Owner Checks and Services
344
Multi-Point Inspection
345
Normal Scheduled Maintenance and Log
347
Maintenance Schedule Log
350
Special Operating Conditions
353
Towing a Trailer or Using a Camper or Car-Top Carrier
353
Exclusive Use of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles Only)
355
Operating in Dusty Conditions such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads
355
Special Operating Condition Log
356
California Fuel Filter Replacement
358
Exceptions
358
Normal Vehicle Axle Maintenance
358
Police/Taxi/Livery Vehicle Axle Maintenance
358
Coolant Change Record
359
Engine Coolant Change Log
360
Index
361
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Model
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Language
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