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2020 Lincoln MKZ Owners Manual - Special operating conditions scheduled maintenance



Special operating conditions scheduled maintenance

If you operate your vehicle primarily in any of the following conditions, you need to perform extra maintenance as indicated. If you operate your vehicle occasionally under any of these conditions, it is not necessary to perform the extra maintenance. For specific recommendations, see your dealership service advisor or technician.

Perform the services shown in the following tables when specified or within of the message appearing in the information display prompting you to change your oil.

  • Example 1: The message comes on at 28,750 mi (46,270 km). Perform the 30,000 mi (48,000 km) automatic transmission fluid replacement.
  • Example 2: The message has not come on, but the odometer reads 30,000 mi (48,000 km) (for example, the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor was reset at 25,000 mi (40,000 km). Perform the engine air filter replacement.

 

Towing a Trailer or Using a Car-top Carrier  
As required   Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the information display and perform the services listed in the Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart.  
Inspect frequently, service as required   Inspect the rear axle and U-joints.  
Every 30,000 mi (48,000 km)   See the axle maintenance items under Exceptions.  
Change the automatic transmission fluid.  
Every 60,000 mi (96,000 km)   Replace the spark plugs.  


 

Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances, as in Heavy Commercial Use, such as Delivery, Taxi, Patrol Car or Livery  
As required   Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the information display and perform the services listed in the Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart.  
Inspect frequently, service as required   Replace the cabin air filter.  
Replace the engine air filter.  
Every 30,000 mi (48,000 km)   Change the automatic transmission fluid.  
Every 60,000 mi (96,000 km)   Replace the spark plugs.  


 

Operating in dusty or sandy conditions, such as unpaved or dusty roads  
Inspect frequently, service as required   Replace the cabin air filter.  
Replace the engine air filter.  
Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)   Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.  
Rotate the tires, inspect the tires for wear and measure the tread depth.  
Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km) or six months   Change the engine oil and filter.1  
Perform a multi-point inspection.  
Every 30,000 mi (48,000 km)   Change the automatic transmission fluid.  

 

1Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes.   See   Engine Oil Check

 

Exclusive use of E85, Flex Fuel Vehicles Only  
Every oil change   If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regular unleaded fuel.  

 

EXCEPTIONS

There are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule:

REAR AXLE AND PTU MAINTENANCE

The Power Transfer Unit (PTU) and rear axle, all-wheel drive only, in your vehicle does not require any normal scheduled maintenance unless the unit shows signs of leakage. Contact an authorized dealer for service.

CALIFORNIA FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT

If you register your vehicle in California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item does not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability before the completion of your vehicle's useful life. We, however, urge you to have all recommended maintenance services performed at the specified intervals and to record all vehicle service.

ENGINE AIR FILTER AND CABIN AIR FILTER REPLACEMENT

The life of the engine air filter and cabin air filter is dependent on exposure to dusty and dirty conditions. Vehicles operated in these conditions require frequent inspection and replacement of the engine air filter and cabin air filter.


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