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Tires, Wheels and Loading Trailer towing tips • Practice turning, stopping and backing up before starting on a trip to get the feel of the vehicle trailer combination. When turning, make wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles. • Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached. • If you are driving down a long or steep hill, shift to a lower gear. Do not apply the brakes continuously, as they may overheat and become less effective. • The trailer tongue weight should be 10-15% of the loaded trailer weight. • If you will be towing a trailer frequently in hot weather, hilly conditions, at GCWR, or any combination of these factors, consider refilling your rear axle with synthetic gear lube if not already so equipped. Refer to the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for the lubricant specification. Remember that regardless of the rear axle lube used, do not tow a trailer for the first 500 miles (800 km) of a new vehicle, and that the first 500 miles (800 km) of towing be done at no faster than 70 mph (112 km/h) with no full throttle starts. • After you have traveled 50 miles (80 km), thoroughly check your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts. • To aid in engine/transmission cooling and A/C efficiency during hot weather while stopped in traffic, place the gearshift lever in P (Park). • Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade. If you must park on a grade, place wheel chocks under the trailer's wheels. RECREATIONAL TOWING Follow these guidelines for your specific powertrain combination to tow your vehicle for personal travel (such as behind a motor home or a truck). In case of roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle, please refer to Wrecker towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. These guidelines are designed to prevent damage to your vehicle. Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles: Tow your Front Wheel Drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground or with the front wheels off the ground by using a tow dolly. If you are using a tow dolly follow the instructions specified by the equipment provider. 212 2007 MKX (mkx) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

Section	Page
Table of Contents	1
Introduction	4
PERCHLORATE MATERIAL	4
CONGRATULATIONS	4
SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION	5
Warning symbols in this guide	5
Warning symbols on your vehicle	5
Protecting the environment	5
BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE	5
SPECIAL NOTICES	6
New Vehicle Limited Warranty	6
Special instructions	6
Service Data Recording	6
Event Data Recording	6
Cell phone use	7
Export unique (Non–United States/Canada) vehicle specific information	7
Instrument Cluster	10
WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES	10
GAUGES	14
Entertainment Systems	16
AUDIO SYSTEMS	16
AM/FM In-dash six CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound system	16
Auxiliary input jack (Line in)	22
GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION	23
Satellite radio information (if equipped)	24
FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT DVD SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	27
Quick start	28
To play a DVD in the DVD system:	28
To play a CD in the DVD system:	28
To play an MP3 disc in the DVD system:	29
To play an auxiliary source through the DVD system	29
To listen to audio over the headphones (Dual play mode):	30
Using the infrared (IR) wireless headphones:	31
Using wired headphones (not included):	31
To adjust display brightness:	31
DVD player controls	32
Remote control	35
Battery replacement	37
Headphones	38
Wireless headphones	38
Wired headphones	39
Operation	40
Single play/Dual play	40
Operation with an aftermarket audio system (Headphone only mode)	41
Menu mode	42
Angle mode	42
Aspect ratio	42
Language	43
Subtitles	43
Audio CDs	44
Playing MP3 discs	44
MP3 disc quality factors	45
CD, MP3 and CD player care	46
Playing a DVD	46
Slow play	47
Frame by frame	47
Headphone/auxiliary jacks	48
Audio displays	48
Audio interaction	49
Parental control for the DVD system	49
General information	50
Safety information	50
Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Compliance	51
Care and service of the DVD player	52
Environmental extremes	52
Temperature extremes	52
Humidity and moisture condensation	52
Foreign substances	52
Cleaning the liquid crystal display (LCD) flip-down screen	52
Cleaning DVD and CD discs	53
Compatibility with aftermarket audio systems (headphone only mode)	53
NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	53
Climate Controls	54
DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (DATC) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	54
Dual Automatic Temperature Control (DATC) system with heated seats (if equipped)	56
Dual Automatic Temperature Control (DATC) system with heated and cooled seats (if equipped)	58
Operating tips	60
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER	61
CABIN AIR FILTER	62
Lights	63
HEADLAMP CONTROL	63
Adaptive headlamps (if equipped)	63
Autolamp control	63
Foglamp control	64
High beams	64
Flash to pass	64
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)	64
PANEL DIMMER CONTROL	65
AIMING THE HEADLAMPS	65
Vertical aim adjustment	65
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL	67
INTERIOR LAMPS	67
Front row map lamps (if equipped)	67
Map/dome lamp (if equipped)	67
Rear courtesy lamp	68
BULB REPLACEMENT	68
Headlamp Condensation	68
Using the right bulbs	68
Replacing the interior bulbs	69
Replacing exterior bulbs	69
Replacing headlamp bulbs	69
Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs	70
Replacing front side marker bulbs	71
Replacing tail/stop/turn/sidemarker/backup lamp bulbs	72
Replacing supplemental liftgate lamp assembly	72
Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs	73
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs	73
Replacing foglamp bulbs	74
Driver Controls	75
MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER	75
Windshield wiper features (if equipped with Autolamp feature)	75
Rear window wiper/washer controls	76
TILT/TELESCOPE STEERING WHEEL	76
ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR	77
OVERHEAD CONSOLE	77
Forward storage bin (if equipped)	77
CENTER CONSOLE	78
AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC)	78
POWER WINDOWS	79
Bounce-Back	80
Security Override	81
Window lock	81
Accessory delay	81
AUTOMATIC DIMMING REAR VIEW MIRRORS	81
EXTERIOR MIRRORS	82
Power side view mirrors	82
Fold-away mirrors	82
Heated outside mirrors (if equipped)	82
SPEED CONTROL	83
Setting speed control	83
Disengaging speed control	83
Resuming a set speed	84
Increasing speed while using speed control	84
Reducing speed while using speed control	84
Turning off speed control	85
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS	85
Radio control features	85
Climate control features	86
PANORAMIC VISTA ROOF AND POWER SUNSHADES (IF EQUIPPED)	87
HOMELINK WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	88
Programming	89
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming	91
Operating the HomeLink Wireless Control System	91
Erasing HomeLink buttons	92
Reprogramming a single HomeLink button	92
MESSAGE CENTER	92
Selectable features	93
Reset	93
Info menu	93
Odometer/Trip odometer	93
Distance to empty (DTE)	93
Average fuel economy (AFE)	94
Average Speed	94
Compass display	94
Compass zone/calibration adjustment	95
Trip elapsed drive time	96
Setup menu	97
System check	97
Units (English/Metric)	98
Autolamp delay	98
Autolock	98
Autounlock	98
Easy entry/exit (if equipped)	99
Power Liftgate (if equipped)	99
Reverse Sensing System (Park assist) (if equipped)	99
Language	99
System warnings	100
POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT (IF EQUIPPED)	102
POWER LIFTGATE (PLG) (IF EQUIPPED)	103
MANUAL LIFTGATE (IF EQUIPPED)	106
CARGO MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	107
LUGGAGE RACK (IF EQUIPPED)	107
Locks and Security	108
KEYS	108
RECOMMENDED HANDLING OF THE INTEGRATED KEYHEAD TRANSMITTER (IKT)	109
POWER DOOR LOCKS	110
Smart locks	110
Autolock feature	110
Deactivating/activating autolock feature	111
Power door lock switch autolock enable/disable procedure	111
Keyless entry key pad autolock enable/disable procedure	112
Autounlock feature	112
Deactivating/activating autounlock feature	112
Power door lock switch autounlock enable/disable procedure	113
Keyless entry key pad autounlock enable/disable procedure	113
CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS	114
REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM	114
Unlocking the doors/two stage unlock	116
Opening front windows and panoramic roof (if equipped)	116
Locking the doors	117
Opening the power liftgate (if equipped)	117
Car finder	117
Sounding a panic alarm	117
Memory seat feature (if equipped)	118
Activating the memory feature	118
Deactivating the memory feature	118
Replacing the battery	118
Replacing lost Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs)	119
How to reprogram your Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs)	119
Illuminated entry	120
Perimeter lamps illuminated entry	120
Deactivating/activating perimeter lamps illuminated entry	120
Illuminated exit	121
Battery saver	121
KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM	122
Programming a personal entry code and keypad association to memory seats and mirrors (if equipped)	122
Erasing personal code	123
Anti-scan feature	123
Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entry	123
SECURILOCK PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM	123
Anti-theft indicator	124
Automatic arming	124
Automatic disarming	125
Replacement Integrated Keyless Transmitters (IKT) and coded keys	125
Programming spare keys	125
PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM	127
Arming the system	127
Disarming the system	128
Triggering the anti-theft system	128
Seating and Safety Restraints	129
SEATING	129
Adjustable head restraints	129
Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped)	130
Adjusting the front power seat	130
Power recline (if equipped)	132
Using the power lumbar support (if equipped)	132
Memory seat and mirrors (if equipped)	132
Easy-entry/easy-exit feature (if equipped)	133
Heated seats (if equipped)	133
Heated and cooled seats (if equipped)	134
Climate controlled seats air filter replacement (if equipped)	134
REAR SEATS	136
Head restraints	136
Folding down the 60/40 rear seats	137
Returning the 2nd row seatback to the upright position	138
Adjusting the second row seatback	138
Seat mounted armrest and cupholders	139
Returning the 2nd row armrest to the upright position	139
Rear heated seats (if equipped)	140
SAFETY RESTRAINTS	140
Personal Safety System	140
How does the Personal Safety System work?	141
Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints	141
Front crash severity sensor	141
Driver’s seat position sensor	142
Front passenger sensing system	142
Front safety belt usage sensors	142
Front safety belt pretensioners	143
Front safety belt energy management retractors	143
Determining if the Personal Safety System is operational	143
Safety belt precautions	144
Combination lap and shoulder belts	145
Energy Management Feature — Front Outboard	145
Vehicle sensitive mode	146
Automatic locking mode	146
How to use the automatic locking mode	146
When to use the automatic locking mode	147
How to disengage the automatic locking mode	147
Safety belt pretensioner	147
Safety belt height adjustment	148
Second row comfort guide	148
Safety belt extension assembly	149
Safety belt maintenance	150
Safety belt warning light and indicator chime	150
Conditions of operation	150
Belt-Minder	151
One time disable	153
Deactivating/activating the Belt-Minder feature	153
AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)	155
Important supplemental restraint system precautions	155
Children and airbags	157
How does the safety belt pretensioner and airbag supplemental restraint system work?	157
Front passenger sensing system	159
Determining if the system is operational	163
Seat-mounted side airbag system	164
How does the side airbag system work?	165
Determining if the system is operational	166
Safety Canopy system	167
How does the Safety Canopy system work?	168
Determining if the system is operational	169
Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles (including pretensioners)	170
SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN	170
Important child restraint precautions	170
Children and safety belts	171
Child booster seats	171
When children should use booster seats	171
Types of booster seats	172
The importance of shoulder belts	173
SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN	174
Child and infant or child safety seats	174
Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts	175
Attaching child safety seats with tether straps	178
Attaching safety seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) attachments for child seat anchors	179
Tires, Wheels and Loading	181
NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS	181
VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS	181
All Wheel Drive (AWD) System (if equipped)	181
How your vehicle differs from other vehicles	182
INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING	183
Treadwear	184
Traction AA A B C	184
Temperature A B C	184
TIRES	184
Glossary of tire terminology	185
INFLATING YOUR TIRES	185
TIRE CARE	188
Inspecting your tires	188
Tire wear	188
Damage	188
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)	189
Tire replacement requirements	189
Safety practices	191
Highway hazards	191
Tire and wheel alignment	192
Tire rotation	192
INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL	193
Information on “P” type tires	193
Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” type tires	196
Information on “T” type tires	197
Location of the tire label	197
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)	198
Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	199
When your temporary spare tire is installed	199
When you believe your system is not operating properly	200
When inflating your tires	201
How temperature affects your tire pressure	201
SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS	202
VEHICLE LOADING – WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER	202
TRAILER TOWING	208
Preparing to tow	209
Hitches	210
Safety chains	210
Trailer brakes	210
Trailer lamps	210
Trailer tow connector (equipped on vehicles with a Class II trailer tow/prep package)	211
Driving while you tow	211
Servicing after towing	211
Trailer towing tips	212
RECREATIONAL TOWING	212
Driving	214
STARTING	214
Positions of the ignition	214
Preparing to start your vehicle	214
Important safety precautions	215
Starting the engine	216
Guarding against exhaust fumes	217
Important ventilating information	217
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED)	217
BRAKES	217
Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)	218
Using ABS	218
ABS warning lamp	218
Parking brake	219
ADVANCETRAC WITH ROLL STABILITY CONTROL (RSC) STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM	219
STEERING	222
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION	223
Brake-shift interlock	223
Automatic Transaxle Adaptive Learning	224
Understanding the gearshift positions of the 6–speed automatic transaxle	225
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow	227
REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	227
ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	229
Driving off-highway with AWD vehicles	229
Basic operating principles	229
If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement	230
If your vehicle gets stuck	230
Emergency maneuvers	231
AWD Systems (if equipped)	231
Sand	231
Mud and water	232
Driving on hilly or sloping terrain	232
Driving on snow and ice	233
Maintenance and Modifications	234
DRIVING THROUGH WATER	234
Roadside Emergencies	235
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE	235
Getting roadside assistance	235
Using roadside assistance	236
Roadside coverage beyond basic warranty	236
HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL	236
FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH	237
FUSES AND RELAYS	237
Fuses	237
Standard fuse amperage rating and color	238
Passenger compartment fuse panel	238
Power distribution box	241
CHANGING THE TIRES	245
Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information	245
Stopping and securing the vehicle	247
Removing the spare tire and jack	248
Tire change procedure	248
Stowing the flat/spare tire and jack	250
WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS	251
JUMP STARTING	251
Preparing your vehicle	252
Connecting the jumper cables	252
Jump starting	254
Removing the jumper cables	255
WRECKER TOWING	257
Customer Assistance	259
GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED	259
At home	259
Away from home	259
Additional Assistance	260
IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY)	261
THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY)	261
UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY)	262
FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN	263
GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA	264
ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURE	264
Obtaining a French owner’s guide	265
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)	265
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (CANADA ONLY)	265
Cleaning	266
WASHING THE EXTERIOR	266
WAXING	267
PAINT CHIPS	267
ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS	267
ENGINE	268
PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS	268
WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES	269
PANORAMIC ROOF DEFLECTOR (IF EQUIPPED)	269
INSTRUMENT PANEL/INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENS	270
INTERIOR	270
LEATHER SEATS	271
CLEANING THE CLIMATE CONTROLLED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)	271
UNDERBODY	271
FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS	272
Maintenance and Specifications	273
SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS	273
PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE	273
Working with the engine off	273
Working with the engine on	273
OPENING THE HOOD	274
IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT	275
WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID	276
CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES	276
Changing rear window wiper blade	277
ENGINE OIL	277
Checking the engine oil	277
Adding engine oil	279
Engine oil and filter recommendations	280
Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil	280
BATTERY	281
ENGINE COOLANT	283
Checking engine coolant	283
Adding engine coolant	284
Recycled engine coolant	286
Coolant refill capacity	286
Severe climates	286
What you should know about fail-safe cooling	287
How fail-safe cooling works	287
When fail-safe mode is activated	288
FUEL FILTER	288
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS	288
Important safety precautions	288
Refueling	290
Fuel Filler Cap	291
Choosing the right fuel	291
Octane recommendations	292
Fuel quality	292
Cleaner air	293
Running out of fuel	293
ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY	293
Measuring techniques	293
Filling the tank	293
Calculating fuel economy	294
Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits	295
Habits	295
Maintenance	295
Conditions	295
EPA window sticker	296
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM	296
On board diagnostics (OBD-II)	297
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing	298
POWER STEERING FLUID	299
BRAKE FLUID	300
TRANSAXLE FLUID	300
Checking automatic transaxle fluid	300
Low fluid level	301
Correct fluid level	301
High fluid level	301
Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels	301
AIR FILTER	302
Changing the air filter element	302
MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS	303
MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES	304
ENGINE DATA	307
Engine drivebelt routing	307
IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE	308
Safety Compliance Certification Label	308
Vehicle identification number (VIN)	308
TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE CODE DESIGNATIONS	309
Accessories	310
GENUINE LINCOLN ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE	310
Exterior style	310
Interior style	310
Lifestyle	310
Peace of mind	311

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Trailer towing tips

•

Practice turning, stopping and backing up before starting on a trip to

get the feel of the vehicle trailer combination. When turning, make

wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles.

•

Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached.

•

If you are driving down a long or steep hill, shift to a lower gear. Do

not apply the brakes continuously, as they may overheat and become

less effective.

•

The trailer tongue weight should be 10–15% of the loaded trailer

weight.

•

If you will be towing a trailer frequently in hot weather, hilly

conditions, at GCWR, or any combination of these factors, consider

refilling your rear axle with synthetic gear lube if not already so

equipped. Refer to the

Maintenance and Specifications

chapter for

the lubricant specification. Remember that regardless of the rear axle

lube used, do not tow a trailer for the first 500 miles (800 km) of a

new vehicle, and that the first 500 miles (800 km) of towing be done

at no faster than 70 mph (112 km/h) with no full throttle starts.

•

After you have traveled 50 miles (80 km), thoroughly check your

hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts.

•

To aid in engine/transmission cooling and A/C efficiency during hot

weather while stopped in traffic, place the gearshift lever in P (Park).

•

Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade. If you must

park on a grade, place wheel chocks under the trailer’s wheels.

RECREATIONAL TOWING

Follow these guidelines for your specific powertrain combination to tow

your vehicle for personal travel (such as behind a motor home or a

truck).

In case of roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle, please refer to

Wrecker towing

in the

Roadside Emergencies

chapter.

These guidelines are designed to prevent damage to your vehicle.

Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles:

Tow your Front Wheel Drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground

or with the front wheels off the ground by using a tow dolly. If you are

using a tow dolly follow the instructions specified by the equipment

provider.

2007 MKX

(mkx)

Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)

USA

(fus)

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