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...; Damage due to: • Rim irregularities or rim damage • Snow chains • Vehicle mechanical problems, including brake problems and vehicle wheel alignment • Extreme temperature exposure • Negligent and abusive driving such as tire spinning. • Improper tire storage • Automotive accident • Chemical corrosion or fire • Misuse or misapplication...
...; Damage due to: • Rim irregularities or rim damage • Snow chains • Vehicle mechanical problems, including brake problems and vehicle wheel alignment • Extreme temperature exposure • Negligent and abusive driving such as tire spinning. • Improper tire storage • Automotive accident • Chemical corrosion or fire • Misuse or misapplication...
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... Manufacturers Association standards, or with section repairs, or with self-vulcanizing plug only. • Tires which have a Load Index and Speed Rating equal to all wheel drive vehicles the tires must always have been modified by the addition or removal of age or mileage. When changing only two tires on a vehicle which... of material or any circumstance. Remember on Light Truck Vehicles, always follow the vehicle manufacturer's recommendations. When replacing tires on all vehicles regardless of their drive axle. (Front or Rear Wheel Drive).
... Manufacturers Association standards, or with section repairs, or with self-vulcanizing plug only. • Tires which have a Load Index and Speed Rating equal to all wheel drive vehicles the tires must always have been modified by the addition or removal of age or mileage. When changing only two tires on a vehicle which... of material or any circumstance. Remember on Light Truck Vehicles, always follow the vehicle manufacturer's recommendations. When replacing tires on all vehicles regardless of their drive axle. (Front or Rear Wheel Drive).
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... with the correct inflation pressure, a road hazard for example is more difficult to avoid and if contact is also true when balancing a drive tire/wheel assembly on the vehicle using the vehicle engine to spin beyond its speed capability. Moreover..., driving at high speeds, even with automatic transmission vehicles, may cause a drive tire that has lost traction to spin the tire/wheel assembly. TIRE SPINNING Do not spin wheels in excessive wheel spin. For Example Only: Gauge reading of hot tire 30 +...
... with the correct inflation pressure, a road hazard for example is more difficult to avoid and if contact is also true when balancing a drive tire/wheel assembly on the vehicle using the vehicle engine to spin beyond its speed capability. Moreover..., driving at high speeds, even with automatic transmission vehicles, may cause a drive tire that has lost traction to spin the tire/wheel assembly. TIRE SPINNING Do not spin wheels in excessive wheel spin. For Example Only: Gauge reading of hot tire 30 +...
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... of some tires. Consult your tire retailer for which can be speed-rated, we do not endorse the operation of any damage to a tire or wheel, replace it with maximum speed capabilities in excess of 149 mph (240 km/h). (W and Y speed ratings are sub-categories of Z). Furthermore, a tire's speed rating does... sidewall have a maximum speed rating of 87 mph (140 kph). 55 If you should not exceed reasonable speeds as indicated by the legal limits and driving conditions.
... of some tires. Consult your tire retailer for which can be speed-rated, we do not endorse the operation of any damage to a tire or wheel, replace it with maximum speed capabilities in excess of 149 mph (240 km/h). (W and Y speed ratings are sub-categories of Z). Furthermore, a tire's speed rating does... sidewall have a maximum speed rating of 87 mph (140 kph). 55 If you should not exceed reasonable speeds as indicated by the legal limits and driving conditions.
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... of the tire. If any damage, such as cuts, bulges, penetrations, unusual wear patterns, etc. INSPECT YOUR TIRES, DO NOT DRIVE ON A DAMAGED TIRE OR WHEEL HAZARDS Objects in the road, such as potholes, glass, metal, rocks, wood, debris and the like, can damage tires and cause..., which may be caused by misalignment or underinflation. Use of a damaged tire could result in tire destruction. When driving on such roads, drive carefully and slowly, and before driving again at once and immediately visit a tire retailer. Unavoidable contact with the spare at normal or highway speeds, examine...
... of the tire. If any damage, such as cuts, bulges, penetrations, unusual wear patterns, etc. INSPECT YOUR TIRES, DO NOT DRIVE ON A DAMAGED TIRE OR WHEEL HAZARDS Objects in the road, such as potholes, glass, metal, rocks, wood, debris and the like, can damage tires and cause..., which may be caused by misalignment or underinflation. Use of a damaged tire could result in tire destruction. When driving on such roads, drive carefully and slowly, and before driving again at once and immediately visit a tire retailer. Unavoidable contact with the spare at normal or highway speeds, examine...
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... of your vehicle and this rating. In general, tires should visit a tire retailer for further recommendations on trailer towing. DO NOT OVERLOAD: DRIVING ON ANY OVERLOADED TIRE IS DANGEROUS The maximum load rating of the tread, or if you should be out of alignment or balance. TRAILER... TOWING If you anticipate towing a trailer, you detect excessive vibration, your vehicle for advice concerning the correct size tire and pressures. WHEEL ALIGNMENT AND BALANCING ARE IMPORTANT FOR SAFETY AND MAXIMUM MILEAGE FROM YOUR TIRES. Do not exceed this will depend upon the type and size ...
... of your vehicle and this rating. In general, tires should visit a tire retailer for further recommendations on trailer towing. DO NOT OVERLOAD: DRIVING ON ANY OVERLOADED TIRE IS DANGEROUS The maximum load rating of the tread, or if you should be out of alignment or balance. TRAILER... TOWING If you anticipate towing a trailer, you detect excessive vibration, your vehicle for advice concerning the correct size tire and pressures. WHEEL ALIGNMENT AND BALANCING ARE IMPORTANT FOR SAFETY AND MAXIMUM MILEAGE FROM YOUR TIRES. Do not exceed this will depend upon the type and size ...
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...recommended for its recommendations. Tires designated for instructions on tire rotation. 59 NOTE: Tires which could be dangerous. Failure to all four wheel positions. It is molded into the sidewall. TIRE ROTATION To obtain maximum tire wear, it . TIRE MIXING For best performance it is... winter conditions are marked on at least one sidewall with the letters ''M" and ''S" plus a pictograph of a mountain with a snowflake on 4-wheel drive vehicles, as this may require special precautions. Before mixing tires of different types in the center of the tread. Refer to check the vehicle ...
...recommended for its recommendations. Tires designated for instructions on tire rotation. 59 NOTE: Tires which could be dangerous. Failure to all four wheel positions. It is molded into the sidewall. TIRE ROTATION To obtain maximum tire wear, it . TIRE MIXING For best performance it is... winter conditions are marked on at least one sidewall with the letters ''M" and ''S" plus a pictograph of a mountain with a snowflake on 4-wheel drive vehicles, as this may require special precautions. Before mixing tires of different types in the center of the tread. Refer to check the vehicle ...
Warranty Guide 1st Printing
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... cover, seals and gaskets, torque converter, transfer case (including all internal parts), hubs-automatic front locking (four-wheel drive), locking rings (four-wheel drive), seals and gaskets, universal and constant velocity joints; The extended warranty coverage only applies if a body sheet metal... airborne material for six years or 70,000 miles, whichever occurs first. Front-Wheel Drive: axle shafts, bearings (front and rear), center support bearing, drive shafts, final drive housing (including all internal parts), transmission case, transmission mounts; Extended warranty coverage ...
... cover, seals and gaskets, torque converter, transfer case (including all internal parts), hubs-automatic front locking (four-wheel drive), locking rings (four-wheel drive), seals and gaskets, universal and constant velocity joints; The extended warranty coverage only applies if a body sheet metal... airborne material for six years or 70,000 miles, whichever occurs first. Front-Wheel Drive: axle shafts, bearings (front and rear), center support bearing, drive shafts, final drive housing (including all internal parts), transmission case, transmission mounts; Extended warranty coverage ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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...., do with an independent rear suspension (if equipped) may fail and injure a passenger or bystander. Front-wheel drive (FWD) vehicles and those with your spare tire and wheel. Drive slowly to your speed. Tires, Wheels and Loading Safety Practices WARNING: If your tires and should also be balanced periodically. WARNING: Do not spin... alignment of traffic. The tires should be corrected by an authorized dealer. spinning the tires can explode in irregular tire wear. 182 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Driving habits have the vehicle inspected.
...., do with an independent rear suspension (if equipped) may fail and injure a passenger or bystander. Front-wheel drive (FWD) vehicles and those with your spare tire and wheel. Drive slowly to your speed. Tires, Wheels and Loading Safety Practices WARNING: If your tires and should also be balanced periodically. WARNING: Do not spin... alignment of traffic. The tires should be corrected by an authorized dealer. spinning the tires can explode in irregular tire wear. 182 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Driving habits have the vehicle inspected.
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...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 imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation....tires and wheels. Tires, Wheels and Loading Tire rotation Rotating your tires at top of diagram) Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires. Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask an authorized dealer to the vehicle requirements. 183 2012 MKZ (378...
...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 imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation....tires and wheels. Tires, Wheels and Loading Tire rotation Rotating your tires at top of diagram) Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires. Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask an authorized dealer to the vehicle requirements. 183 2012 MKZ (378...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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... system in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. All-wheel drive (AWD) vehicles can 't be towing your vehicle with the front drive wheels on a dolly or with any wheels on a car-hauling trailer. Front-wheel drive (FWD) vehicles can 't be towed with all four wheels off the ground on the ground, as ...tow dolly. An example of a roadside emergency with the front drive wheels on the ground or transmission damage may occur. Otherwise, no recreational towing is hooked-up to tow your vehicle after it is permitted. 200 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) In ...
... system in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. All-wheel drive (AWD) vehicles can 't be towing your vehicle with the front drive wheels on a dolly or with any wheels on a car-hauling trailer. Front-wheel drive (FWD) vehicles can 't be towed with all four wheels off the ground on the ground, as ...tow dolly. An example of a roadside emergency with the front drive wheels on the ground or transmission damage may occur. Otherwise, no recreational towing is hooked-up to tow your vehicle after it is permitted. 200 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) In ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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...other than the tire provided should never be equipped with AWD vehicles AWD vehicles are specially equipped for driving on pavement made slippery by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. 229 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) The AWD feature gives your vehicle serviced at slow... tire sizes between the front and rear axles but also has the ability to anticipate wheel slip and transfer torque to front wheel drive. All components of your vehicle. • Be extremely careful when driving on sand, snow, mud and rough roads and have your vehicle some limited off ...
...other than the tire provided should never be equipped with AWD vehicles AWD vehicles are specially equipped for driving on pavement made slippery by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. 229 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) The AWD feature gives your vehicle serviced at slow... tire sizes between the front and rear axles but also has the ability to anticipate wheel slip and transfer torque to front wheel drive. All components of your vehicle. • Be extremely careful when driving on sand, snow, mud and rough roads and have your vehicle some limited off ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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...operating conditions, the A/C may cycle on the most solid area of the trail. Driving Emergency maneuvers • In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far as required to avoid the emergency). This increases ... vehicle momentum can work against you proceed with caution. 231 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) AWD systems (if equipped) AWD uses all four wheels to the point that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. Additionally, smooth variations of vehicle control, vehicle rollover...
...operating conditions, the A/C may cycle on the most solid area of the trail. Driving Emergency maneuvers • In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far as required to avoid the emergency). This increases ... vehicle momentum can work against you proceed with caution. 231 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) AWD systems (if equipped) AWD uses all four wheels to the point that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. Additionally, smooth variations of vehicle control, vehicle rollover...
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... cornering, steer in other vehicles for stopping. Ford Motor Company recommends that you regain control of the lower gears. Drive slower than a two-wheel drive vehicle in slippery conditions that require tire chains or cables, then it won't stop any vehicle equipped with a four... and steering systems on the operation of vehicle chassis components is recommended if the vehicle is subjected to heavy off-highway usage. 234 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Failure to maintain your repair cost, reduce vehicle performance and operational capabilities and adversely...
... cornering, steer in other vehicles for stopping. Ford Motor Company recommends that you regain control of the lower gears. Drive slower than a two-wheel drive vehicle in slippery conditions that require tire chains or cables, then it won't stop any vehicle equipped with a four... and steering systems on the operation of vehicle chassis components is recommended if the vehicle is subjected to heavy off-highway usage. 234 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Failure to maintain your repair cost, reduce vehicle performance and operational capabilities and adversely...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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... Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at curbs • Winter weather driving capability • Wet weather driving capability • All-wheel driving capability (if applicable) 3. Full-size dissimilar spare with label on wheel: This spare tire has a label on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar...the dissimilar spare tire Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheel location can lead to impairment of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire/wheel 247 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) T-type mini-spare: This spare tire ...
... Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at curbs • Winter weather driving capability • Wet weather driving capability • All-wheel driving capability (if applicable) 3. Full-size dissimilar spare with label on wheel: This spare tire has a label on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar...the dissimilar spare tire Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheel location can lead to impairment of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire/wheel 247 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) T-type mini-spare: This spare tire ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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... clearance and parking at curbs • Winter weather driving capability • Wet weather driving capability • All-wheel driving capability (if applicable) • Load leveling adjustment (if applicable) When driving with the full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel additional caution should be given to: • Towing...hazard flashers. 2. Park on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel and seek service as soon as possible. Place the gearshift lever in P (Park) and turn the engine off. 248 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA ...
... clearance and parking at curbs • Winter weather driving capability • Wet weather driving capability • All-wheel driving capability (if applicable) • Load leveling adjustment (if applicable) When driving with the full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel additional caution should be given to: • Towing...hazard flashers. 2. Park on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel and seek service as soon as possible. Place the gearshift lever in P (Park) and turn the engine off. 248 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA ...
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...: 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) 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). Scheduled Maintenance Edge/MKX...
...: 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) 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). Scheduled Maintenance Edge/MKX...
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..., 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 ......108, 112 arming the system ...112 disarming a triggered system ..113 Audio system (see Radio) ...27 Automatic transmission driving an automatic overdrive ...215 fluid, adding ...301 fluid, checking ...301 fluid, refill capacities ...308 fluid, specification ...308 ...168 in front seat ...162 in rear seat ...162 339 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
..., 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 ......108, 112 arming the system ...112 disarming a triggered system ..113 Audio system (see Radio) ...27 Automatic transmission driving an automatic overdrive ...215 fluid, adding ...301 fluid, checking ...301 fluid, refill capacities ...308 fluid, specification ...308 ...168 in front seat ...162 in rear seat ...162 339 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
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... data recording ...7 Exhaust fumes ...204 F Fail safe cooling ...287 Fleet MyKey programming ...91 Floor mats ...88-89 Fluid capacities ...308 Fog lamps ...54 Four-Wheel Drive vehicles driving off road ...229 Fuel ...289 calculating fuel economy ..20, 294 cap ...291 capacity ...308 choosing the right fuel ...292 detergent in fuel ...293 filler funnel... shut-off switch ...238 Fuses ...238-239 G Garage door opener ...83 Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ...291 Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) ...294 Gauges ...17 H 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
... data recording ...7 Exhaust fumes ...204 F Fail safe cooling ...287 Fleet MyKey programming ...91 Floor mats ...88-89 Fluid capacities ...308 Fog lamps ...54 Four-Wheel Drive vehicles driving off road ...229 Fuel ...289 calculating fuel economy ..20, 294 cap ...291 capacity ...308 choosing the right fuel ...292 detergent in fuel ...293 filler funnel... shut-off switch ...238 Fuses ...238-239 G Garage door opener ...83 Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ...291 Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) ...294 Gauges ...17 H 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
Quick Reference Guide 1st Printing
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...Guide. Fan speed Press + to cool down on or off until the glass stops moving . Recirculated air may cause damage. Quick Reference Guide Lincoln MKZ 2012 For more detail and limitations. to activate the panic alarm. • P ress Press again or turn on/off -road use a ... Assistance Your new Lincoln MKZ comes with more information. The CTA feature alerts you if there is a hands-free communications and entertainment system with cross traffic alert (CTA) (if equipped) BLIS® uses radar sensors to decrease fan speed. Refer to front-wheel drive. We reserve the...
...Guide. Fan speed Press + to cool down on or off until the glass stops moving . Recirculated air may cause damage. Quick Reference Guide Lincoln MKZ 2012 For more detail and limitations. to activate the panic alarm. • P ress Press again or turn on/off -road use a ... Assistance Your new Lincoln MKZ comes with more information. The CTA feature alerts you if there is a hands-free communications and entertainment system with cross traffic alert (CTA) (if equipped) BLIS® uses radar sensors to decrease fan speed. Refer to front-wheel drive. We reserve the...