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... Wheels and Loading chapter. Refer to OFF the Driving chapter for three seconds to Inflating your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 15 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Refer to ensure the bulb is disengaged. Contact your tires in the message center display... when a powertrain or a AWD fault has been detected. Low tire pressure warning: Illuminates when your authorized dealer. When the ignition is first turned on, the light will...
... Wheels and Loading chapter. Refer to OFF the Driving chapter for three seconds to Inflating your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 15 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Refer to ensure the bulb is disengaged. Contact your tires in the message center display... when a powertrain or a AWD fault has been detected. Low tire pressure warning: Illuminates when your authorized dealer. When the ignition is first turned on, the light will...
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... System (BLIS) with Cross Traffic Alert in the Locks and security chapter. 25 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) See Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) with Cross Traffic Alert in the Driving chapter. AWD OFF (if equipped) - Instrument Cluster OIL CHANGE REQUIRED - Contact your authorized dealer as soon...
... System (BLIS) with Cross Traffic Alert in the Locks and security chapter. 25 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) See Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) with Cross Traffic Alert in the Driving chapter. AWD OFF (if equipped) - Instrument Cluster OIL CHANGE REQUIRED - Contact your authorized dealer as soon...
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... or appearance from the road tires and wheels. Note: After having your tires show uneven wear ask an authorized dealer to the vehicle requirements. 183 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) A dissimilar spare tire/wheel is defined as indicated in a tire rotation. Note: Your vehicle ... will help your tires wear more evenly, providing better tire performance and longer tire life. • Front-wheel drive (FWD)/All-wheel drive (AWD) vehicles (front tires at the recommended interval (as a spare tire and/or wheel that is intended for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire ...
... or appearance from the road tires and wheels. Note: After having your tires show uneven wear ask an authorized dealer to the vehicle requirements. 183 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) A dissimilar spare tire/wheel is defined as indicated in a tire rotation. Note: Your vehicle ... will help your tires wear more evenly, providing better tire performance and longer tire life. • Front-wheel drive (FWD)/All-wheel drive (AWD) vehicles (front tires at the recommended interval (as a spare tire and/or wheel that is intended for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire ...
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...the front drive wheels on a car-hauling trailer. Refer to tow your climate control system in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. All-wheel drive (AWD) vehicles can 't be towed with all four wheels off the ground on the ground or transmission damage may occur. It is not damaged.... can 't be towed with all four wheels off the ground such as vehicle or transmission damage may occur. It is permitted. 200 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading RECREATIONAL TOWING Follow these guidelines if you have a need for more information....
...the front drive wheels on a car-hauling trailer. Refer to tow your climate control system in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. All-wheel drive (AWD) vehicles can 't be towed with all four wheels off the ground on the ground or transmission damage may occur. It is not damaged.... can 't be towed with all four wheels off the ground such as vehicle or transmission damage may occur. It is permitted. 200 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading RECREATIONAL TOWING Follow these guidelines if you have a need for more information....
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...time and requires no maintenance. Under severe operating conditions, the A/C may be used. When this warning is active all -wheel drive (AWD) system. The AWD system is displayed, have operating characteristics that are specially equipped for off -highway under your vehicle under other than the tire provided should ...and have your vehicle is not intended for driving on pavement made slippery by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. 229 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) If your vehicle serviced at slow speeds off -road use a low gear or (L) when possible...
...time and requires no maintenance. Under severe operating conditions, the A/C may be used. When this warning is active all -wheel drive (AWD) system. The AWD system is displayed, have operating characteristics that are specially equipped for off -highway under your vehicle under other than the tire provided should ...and have your vehicle is not intended for driving on pavement made slippery by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. 229 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) If your vehicle serviced at slow speeds off -road use a low gear or (L) when possible...
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... will result in less vehicle control, not more. Under severe operating conditions, the A/C may cycle on the most solid area of the trail. AWD systems (if equipped) AWD uses all four wheels on and off to protect overheating of the engine. Avoid reducing the tire pressures but shift to the point that... and cause the vehicle to become stuck to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain. This increases traction, enabling you proceed with caution. 231 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
... will result in less vehicle control, not more. Under severe operating conditions, the A/C may cycle on the most solid area of the trail. AWD systems (if equipped) AWD uses all four wheels on and off to protect overheating of the engine. Avoid reducing the tire pressures but shift to the point that... and cause the vehicle to become stuck to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain. This increases traction, enabling you proceed with caution. 231 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
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... causes an imbalance that could damage drive components. If the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may be improved by "treading lightly." 232 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) "Tread Lightly" is submerged in mud. avoid water higher than the bottom of the vehicle... brakes. If the vehicle does slide, steer in water, their fluids should be checked and changed if necessary. If the engine, transmission, AWD System components or axles are driving in water, the axle lubricant and PTU (Power Transfer Unit) lubricant should be checked and changed , if...
... causes an imbalance that could damage drive components. If the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may be improved by "treading lightly." 232 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) "Tread Lightly" is submerged in mud. avoid water higher than the bottom of the vehicle... brakes. If the vehicle does slide, steer in water, their fluids should be checked and changed if necessary. If the engine, transmission, AWD System components or axles are driving in water, the axle lubricant and PTU (Power Transfer Unit) lubricant should be checked and changed , if...
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... in neutral; Apply the accelerator slowly and steadily when starting from a higher gear once the ascent has started. This reduces strain on snow and ice. AWD vehicles have to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. Whenever driving on the other vehicle. Do not "pump" the brakes. Avoid sudden applications of... manually shift to climb the hill. A danger lies in reverse over . When climbing a steep slope or hill, start to a lower gear from a full stop. 233 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
... in neutral; Apply the accelerator slowly and steadily when starting from a higher gear once the ascent has started. This reduces strain on snow and ice. AWD vehicles have to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. Whenever driving on the other vehicle. Do not "pump" the brakes. Avoid sudden applications of... manually shift to climb the hill. A danger lies in reverse over . When climbing a steep slope or hill, start to a lower gear from a full stop. 233 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
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...any vehicle equipped with a four wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS), do not make it is subjected to heavy off-highway usage. 234 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) WARNING: If you are driving in other vehicles for additional information on your repair cost,... and adversely affect driver and passenger safety. Keep speeds down, allow sufficient distance between you regain control of control. Although an AWD vehicle may void the warranty, increase your vehicle have been designed and tested to provide predictable performance whether loaded or empty and ...
...any vehicle equipped with a four wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS), do not make it is subjected to heavy off-highway usage. 234 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) WARNING: If you are driving in other vehicles for additional information on your repair cost,... and adversely affect driver and passenger safety. Keep speeds down, allow sufficient distance between you regain control of control. Although an AWD vehicle may void the warranty, increase your vehicle have been designed and tested to provide predictable performance whether loaded or empty and ...
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Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Location 10 11 12 13 14 Fuse Amp Rating 15A 10A 7.5A 5A 10A Protected Circuits Backlighting, Puddle lamps AWD module Memory modules, Memory seat/mirrors switches SYNC module Electronic finish panel (EFP) radio and climate control buttons module, Navigation display, Center information display, ... 30 31 32 33 34 10A 15A 20A 20A 25A 15A 15A 15A 15A 20A 10A 10A 20A 5A 5A 5A 10A 10A 10A 5A 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Location 10 11 12 13 14 Fuse Amp Rating 15A 10A 7.5A 5A 10A Protected Circuits Backlighting, Puddle lamps AWD module Memory modules, Memory seat/mirrors switches SYNC module Electronic finish panel (EFP) radio and climate control buttons module, Navigation display, Center information display, ... 30 31 32 33 34 10A 15A 20A 20A 25A 15A 15A 15A 15A 20A 10A 10A 20A 5A 5A 5A 10A 10A 10A 5A 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
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... box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. WARNING: Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. 242 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Location 35 Fuse Amp Rating 10A Protected Circuits Rear park ...assist, Blind spot monitor system, Rear video camera, AWD Passive anti-theft sensor (PATS) transceiver Not used (spare) Subwoofer amplifier Radio Not used (spare) Automatic dimming mirror, Moon roof, ...
... box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. WARNING: Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. 242 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Location 35 Fuse Amp Rating 10A Protected Circuits Rear park ...assist, Blind spot monitor system, Rear video camera, AWD Passive anti-theft sensor (PATS) transceiver Not used (spare) Subwoofer amplifier Radio Not used (spare) Automatic dimming mirror, Moon roof, ...
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...Green Engine Coolant (dark green-colored) Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant Capacity Ford part name Engine coolant2 11.1 quarts (10.5 L) 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Motorcraft MERCON V ATF Motorcraft Premium XT-8-QAW / Automatic transmission... 7.4 quarts (7.0L)3 Automatic Transmission WSS-M2C924-A fluid Fluid Motorcraft SAE 80W-90 Rear differential (AWD) XY-80W90-QL / 2.4 pints (1.15L) Premium Rear Axle fluid WSP-M2C197-A Lubricant Motorcraft SAE XY-75W140-QL / Power Transfer...
...Green Engine Coolant (dark green-colored) Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant Capacity Ford part name Engine coolant2 11.1 quarts (10.5 L) 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Motorcraft MERCON V ATF Motorcraft Premium XT-8-QAW / Automatic transmission... 7.4 quarts (7.0L)3 Automatic Transmission WSS-M2C924-A fluid Fluid Motorcraft SAE 80W-90 Rear differential (AWD) XY-80W90-QL / 2.4 pints (1.15L) Premium Rear Axle fluid WSP-M2C197-A Lubricant Motorcraft SAE XY-75W140-QL / Power Transfer...
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... fluid level should be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or repair required. 310 Item Fuel tank (FWD ) Fuel tank (AWD) 1 Capacity - - - 17.5 gallons (66.2L) 16.5 gallons (62.5L) - 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Ford part name Ford part number / Ford specification Maintenance and Specifications Use of...
... fluid level should be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or repair required. 310 Item Fuel tank (FWD ) Fuel tank (AWD) 1 Capacity - - - 17.5 gallons (66.2L) 16.5 gallons (62.5L) - 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Ford part name Ford part number / Ford specification Maintenance and Specifications Use of...
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lubricate if equipped with grease fittings (AWD vehicles) Inspect half-shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints; lubricate if equipped with grease fittings ... axle and U-joints; refer to the Instrument Cluster chapter Do not exceed one year or 10,000 miles (16,000 km) between service intervals 327 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) consult dealer for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ after each...
lubricate if equipped with grease fittings (AWD vehicles) Inspect half-shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints; lubricate if equipped with grease fittings ... axle and U-joints; refer to the Instrument Cluster chapter Do not exceed one year or 10,000 miles (16,000 km) between service intervals 327 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) consult dealer for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ after each...
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... - Vehicles operated in sand during high ambient temperatures must replace the AWD PTU (All-wheel drive Power Transfer Unit) lube every 20,000 miles (32,000 km). vehicles operating off-road in these conditions will require frequent ...: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: 338 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Engine air filter & cabin air filter replacement: Engine air filter and cabin air filter life is dependent on...
... - Vehicles operated in sand during high ambient temperatures must replace the AWD PTU (All-wheel drive Power Transfer Unit) lube every 20,000 miles (32,000 km). vehicles operating off-road in these conditions will require frequent ...: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: 338 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Engine air filter & cabin air filter replacement: Engine air filter and cabin air filter life is dependent on...
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... ...141, 143, 151, 154 passenger airbag ...141, 143, 151, 154 side airbag ...150 Air cleaner filter ...303, 307 Air conditioning ...43, 46 All Wheel Drive (AWD), driving off road ...229 Ambient mood/lighting ...58 AM/FM ...27 Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ...283 Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ...206-207 Anti... ...27 Cell phone use ...9 Changing a tire ...246 Child safety seats ...161 attaching with tether straps ..168 in front seat ...162 in rear seat ...162 339 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
... ...141, 143, 151, 154 passenger airbag ...141, 143, 151, 154 side airbag ...150 Air cleaner filter ...303, 307 Air conditioning ...43, 46 All Wheel Drive (AWD), driving off road ...229 Ambient mood/lighting ...58 AM/FM ...27 Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ...283 Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ...206-207 Anti... ...27 Cell phone use ...9 Changing a tire ...246 Child safety seats ...161 attaching with tether straps ..168 in front seat ...162 in rear seat ...162 339 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
Quick Reference Guide 1st Printing
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...off the AdvanceTrac® system (by pressing the control) to allow wheel spin and help increase momentum to help dig the vehicle out. Lincoln recommends against the use of all possible media sources. : Press to access voice recognition. Helps you to record CDs, listen to...in the system, CD play DVDs and access climate control options in individual increments. Throttle control/ transmission light Illuminates when a powertrain or AWD fault is active. Low tire pressure warning Illuminates when your authorized dealer as soon as possible and have the system serviced. If the...
...off the AdvanceTrac® system (by pressing the control) to allow wheel spin and help increase momentum to help dig the vehicle out. Lincoln recommends against the use of all possible media sources. : Press to access voice recognition. Helps you to record CDs, listen to...in the system, CD play DVDs and access climate control options in individual increments. Throttle control/ transmission light Illuminates when a powertrain or AWD fault is active. Low tire pressure warning Illuminates when your authorized dealer as soon as possible and have the system serviced. If the...
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...you and your Owner's Guide for emergency use . Refer to drive over terrain and in your authorized dealer. All-Wheel Drive (AWD, if equipped) AWD is always active and uses all four wheels to power the vehicle, thereby increasing traction and enabling you to your passengers. Using...Navigation Supplement (if equipped) or visit www.SYNCMyRide.com. to activate the passenger side climate control (Dual Zone). Quick Reference Guide Lincoln MKZ 2012 Note: Visibility aids do not replace the need to watch where the vehicle is shut-off -road use only and should be adjusted...
...you and your Owner's Guide for emergency use . Refer to drive over terrain and in your authorized dealer. All-Wheel Drive (AWD, if equipped) AWD is always active and uses all four wheels to power the vehicle, thereby increasing traction and enabling you to your passengers. Using...Navigation Supplement (if equipped) or visit www.SYNCMyRide.com. to activate the passenger side climate control (Dual Zone). Quick Reference Guide Lincoln MKZ 2012 Note: Visibility aids do not replace the need to watch where the vehicle is shut-off -road use only and should be adjusted...