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Maintenance and Specifications The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap. Otherwise, fuel may spray out and injure you or others. If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision, which may result in personal injury. Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED fuel or UNLEADED fuel blended with a maximum of 10% ethanol. Your vehicle was not designed to run on E85 fuels that are blended with a maximum of 85% ethanol. The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by law and could damage your vehicle. Do not use fuel containing methanol. It can damage critical fuel system components. Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic compounds, including manganese-based additives. Studies indicate that these additives can cause your vehicle's emission control system to deteriorate more rapidly. Repairs to correct the effects of using a fuel for which your vehicle was not designed may not be covered by your warranty. Octane recommendations Your vehicle is designed to use "Regular" unleaded gasoline with pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87. We do not recommend the use of (R+M)/2 METHOD gasolines labeled as "Regular" that are sold with octane ratings of 86 or lower in high altitude areas. Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly. However, if it knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are using fuel with the recommended octane rating, see your authorized dealer to prevent any engine damage. Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveability problems, try a different brand of unleaded gasoline. "Premium" unleaded gasoline is not recommended for vehicles designed to use "Regular" unleaded gasoline because it may cause these problems to become more pronounced. If the problems persist, see your authorized dealer. 87 254 2008 MKZ (378) 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	5
New Vehicle Limited Warranty	5
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
Premium/Audiophile AM/FM in-dash six CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound system (if equipped)	16
Auxiliary input jack (Line in)	23
USB port (if equipped)	25
GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION	25
Satellite radio information (if equipped)	26
NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	30
SYNC (IF EQUIPPED)	30
Climate Controls	31
DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (DATC) SYSTEM WITH HEATED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)	31
Dual Automatic Temperature Control (DATC) system with heated and cooled seats (if equipped)	33
Dual Automatic Temperature Control (DATC) system operating tips	35
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER	36
Lights	37
HEADLAMP CONTROL	37
Autolamp control	37
Autolamps - Programmable exit delay	37
Fog lamp control	38
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)	38
High beams	39
Flash to pass	39
PANEL DIMMER CONTROL	39
AIMING THE HEADLAMPS	40
Vertical aim adjustment	40
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL	41
INTERIOR LAMPS	41
Dome lamps and map lamps	41
BULB REPLACEMENT	42
Headlamp condensation	42
Using the right bulbs	42
Replacing exterior bulbs	43
Replacing headlamp bulbs	43
Replacing HID headlamp bulbs (if equipped)	46
Replacing redundant park bulbs	46
Replacing primary park/turn signal bulbs	47
Replacing stop/tail/turn and side marker bulbs	48
Replacing rear turn signal bulbs	48
Replacing backup lamp/redundant tail lamp bulbs	49
Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulb	50
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs	50
Replacing fog lamp bulbs	51
Driver Controls	52
MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER	52
Windshield wiper features (if equipped with Autolamp feature)	52
TILT/TELESCOPE STEERING WHEEL	53
ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR	53
OVERHEAD CONSOLE	54
Storage compartment	54
CENTER CONSOLE	54
CLOCK	55
AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC)	55
POWER WINDOWS	56
Bounce-Back	57
Security Override	57
Window lock	58
Accessory delay	58
INTERIOR MIRROR	58
Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror	58
EXTERIOR MIRRORS	59
Power side view mirrors	59
SPEED CONTROL	60
Setting speed control	60
Disengaging speed control	61
Resuming a set speed	61
Increasing speed while using speed control	61
Reducing speed while using speed control	62
Turning off speed control	62
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS	62
Radio control features	63
MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)	65
HOMELINK WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	66
Programming	67
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming	68
Operating the HomeLink Wireless Control System	69
Erasing HomeLink buttons	69
Reprogramming a single HomeLink button	69
MESSAGE CENTER	70
Selectable features	70
Reset	70
Info menu	70
Odometer/Trip odometer	70
Distance to empty (DTE)	71
Average fuel economy (AFE)	71
Average Speed	72
Trip elapsed drive time	72
Compass display	72
Compass zone/calibration adjustment	72
Setup menu	74
System check	74
Units (English/Metric)	75
Language	75
Easy entry/exit seat	75
Reverse Sensing System (Park assist)	76
System warnings	76
INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROL	79
Locks and Security	80
KEYS	80
Recommended handling of the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT)	81
POWER DOOR LOCKS	82
Smart locks	82
Power door lock/unlock inhibit feature	82
Autolock feature	83
Autounlock feature	84
Deactivating/activating autolock feature	84
Power door unlock/lock procedure	84
Keyless entry key pad procedure	85
Deactivating/activating autounlock feature	85
Power door unlock/lock procedure	85
Keyless entry key pad procedure	86
CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS	87
INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE	87
REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM	88
Unlocking the doors/two stage unlock	89
Opening front windows and moonroof (if equipped)	90
Locking the doors	90
Car finder	90
Sounding a panic alarm	90
Opening the trunk	91
Memory seat feature	91
Activating the memory feature	91
Deactivating the memory feature	91
Replacing the battery	92
Replacing lost Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs)	92
How to reprogram your Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs)	92
Illuminated entry	93
Perimeter lamps illuminated entry	93
Deactivating/activating perimeter lamps illuminated entry	93
Illuminated exit	94
Battery saver	94
KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM	95
Programming a personal entry code and keypad association to memory seats and mirrors (if equipped)	95
Erasing personal code	96
Anti-scan feature	96
Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entry	96
SECURILOCK™ PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM	96
Anti-theft indicator	97
Automatic arming	97
Automatic disarming	98
Replacement Integrated Keyless Transmitters (IKT) and coded keys	98
Programming spare keys	98
PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM	100
Arming the system	100
Disarming the system	101
Triggering the anti-theft system	101
Seating and Safety Restraints	102
SEATING	102
Adjustable head restraints	102
Adjusting the front power seat	103
Power recline	104
Using the power lumbar support	105
Memory seat and mirrors	105
Heated and cooled seats	106
Climate controlled seats air filter replacement (if equipped)	107
REAR SEATS	108
Split-folding rear seatbacks	108
Seat-mounted cup holders and armrest storage compartment (if equipped)	110
SAFETY RESTRAINTS	110
Personal Safety System™	110
How does the Personal Safety System™ work?	111
Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints	111
Front crash severity sensor	111
Driver’s seat position sensor	111
Front passenger sensing system	112
Front safety belt usage sensors	112
Front safety belt pretensioners	113
Front safety belt energy management retractors	113
Determining if the Personal Safety System™ is operational	113
Safety belt precautions	114
Combination lap and shoulder belts	115
Energy management feature — front outboard	115
Vehicle sensitive mode	116
Automatic locking mode	116
How to use the automatic locking mode	116
When to use the automatic locking mode	117
How to disengage the automatic locking mode	117
Safety belt pretensioner	117
Safety belt height adjustment	118
Safety belt extension assembly	118
Safety belt maintenance	118
Safety belt warning light and indicator chime	119
Conditions of operation	119
Belt-Minder	119
One-time disable	122
Deactivating/activating the Belt-Minder feature	122
AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)	124
Important supplemental restraint system precautions	124
Children and airbags	126
How does the safety belt pretensioner and airbag supplemental restraint system work?	126
Front passenger sensing system	128
Determining if the system is operational	132
Seat-mounted side airbag system	133
How does the side airbag system work?	134
Determining if the system is operational	135
Side curtain airbag system	136
How does the side air curtain system work?	137
Determining if the system is operational	138
Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles (including pretensioners)	139
SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN	139
Important child restraint precautions	139
Children and safety belts	140
Child booster seats	140
When children should use booster seats	140
Types of booster seats	141
The importance of shoulder belts	142
SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN	143
Child and infant or child safety seats	143
Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts	144
Attaching child safety seats with tether straps	147
Attaching child safety seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) attachments for child seat anchors	148
Tires, Wheels and Loading	151
INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING	151
Treadwear	151
Traction AA A B C	151
Temperature A B C	152
TIRES	152
Glossary of tire terminology	152
INFLATING YOUR TIRES	153
TIRE CARE	155
Inspecting your tires	155
Tire wear	156
Damage	156
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)	157
Tire replacement requirements	157
Safety practices	158
Highway hazards	159
Tire and wheel alignment	159
Tire rotation	159
INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL	160
Information on “P” type tires	161
Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” type tires	164
Information on “T” type tires	165
Location of the tire label	165
Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	168
When your temporary spare tire is installed	168
When you believe your system is not operating properly	169
When inflating your tires	170
How temperature affects your tire pressure	170
SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS	171
VEHICLE LOADING	171
TRAILER TOWING	176
RECREATIONAL TOWING	176
Driving	178
STARTING	178
Positions of the ignition	178
Starting your vehicle	178
Important safety precautions	179
Starting the engine	180
Guarding against exhaust fumes	181
Important ventilating information	181
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED)	181
BRAKES	183
Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)	183
ABS warning lamp	183
Using ABS	184
Parking brake	184
TRACTION CONTROL™	185
STEERING	186
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION	186
Brake-shift interlock	186
Understanding the gearshift positions of the 6–speed automatic transaxle	188
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow	190
REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	190
ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	192
Driving off-highway with AWD vehicles	192
Basic operating principles	192
If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement	192
If your vehicle gets stuck	193
Emergency maneuvers	194
AWD Systems (if equipped)	194
Sand	194
Mud and water	194
Driving on hilly or sloping terrain	195
Driving on snow and ice	196
Maintenance and Modifications	197
DRIVING THROUGH WATER	197
Roadside Emergencies	198
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE	198
Getting roadside assistance	198
Using roadside assistance	199
Roadside coverage beyond basic warranty	199
HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL	199
FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH	200
FUSES AND RELAYS	200
Fuses	200
Standard fuse amperage rating and color	201
Passenger compartment fuse panel	201
Power distribution box	204
CHANGING THE TIRES	207
Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information	207
Stopping and securing the vehicle	209
Removing the spare tire and jack	209
Tire change procedure	210
Stowing the wheel and jack	212
WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS	212
JUMP STARTING	213
Preparing your vehicle	213
Connecting the jumper cables	214
Jump starting	216
Removing the jumper cables	216
WRECKER TOWING	218
Emergency Towing	219
Customer Assistance	220
GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED	220
At home	220
Away from home	220
Additional Assistance	221
IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY)	222
THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY)	223
UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY)	224
FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN	224
GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA	225
ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURE	226
Obtaining a French owner’s guide	226
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)	226
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (CANADA ONLY)	227
Cleaning	228
WASHING THE EXTERIOR	228
WAXING	229
PAINT CHIPS	229
ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS	229
ENGINE	230
PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS	231
WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES	231
INSTRUMENT PANEL/INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENS	232
INTERIOR	232
LEATHER SEATS	233
UNDERBODY	233
FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS	234
Maintenance and Specifications	235
SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS	235
PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE	235
Working with the engine off	235
Working with the engine on	235
OPENING THE HOOD	236
IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT	237
WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID	238
CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES	238
ENGINE OIL	239
Checking the engine oil	239
Adding engine oil	241
Engine oil and filter recommendations	242
Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil	242
BATTERY	243
ENGINE COOLANT	245
Checking engine coolant	245
Adding engine coolant	246
Recycled engine coolant	248
Coolant refill capacity	249
Severe climates	249
What you should know about fail-safe cooling	249
How fail-safe cooling works	250
When fail-safe mode is activated	250
FUEL FILTER	250
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS	251
Important safety precautions	251
Refueling	252
Fuel filler cap	253
Choosing the right fuel	254
Octane recommendations	254
Fuel quality	254
Cleaner air	255
Running out of fuel	255
ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY	256
Measuring techniques	256
Filling the tank	256
Calculating fuel economy	257
Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits	257
Habits	257
Maintenance	258
Conditions	258
EPA window sticker	258
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM	259
On board diagnostics (OBD-II)	260
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing	261
POWER STEERING FLUID	261
BRAKE FLUID	262
TRANSAXLE FLUID	262
Checking 6–speed automatic transmission fluid	262
Checking automatic transmission fluid at normal operating temperature (140°F-158°F [60°C-70°C])	263
Checking automatic transmission fluid at cool temperature (59°F-77°F [15°C-25°C])	263
Low fluid level	264
High fluid level	264
Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels	264
AIR FILTER	265
Changing the air filter element	265
MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS	266
MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES	267
ENGINE DATA	269
Engine drivebelt routing	269
IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE	270
Safety Compliance Certification Label	270
Vehicle identification number (VIN)	270
TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE CODE DESIGNATIONS	271
Accessories	272
GENUINE LINCOLN ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE	272
Exterior style	272
Interior style	272
Lifestyle	272
Peace of mind	273

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The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is

venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops

before completely removing the fuel filler cap. Otherwise, fuel may

spray out and injure you or others.

If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive vacuum in

the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap

to disengage in a collision, which may result in personal injury.

Choosing the right fuel

Use only UNLEADED fuel or UNLEADED fuel blended with a maximum

of 10% ethanol. Your vehicle was not designed to run on E85 fuels that

are blended with a maximum of 85% ethanol. The use of leaded fuel is

prohibited by law and could damage your vehicle. Do not use fuel

containing methanol. It can damage critical fuel system components.

Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic

compounds, including manganese-based additives. Studies indicate that

these additives can cause your vehicle’s emission control system to

deteriorate more rapidly.

Repairs to correct the effects of using a fuel for which your vehicle was

not designed may not be covered by your warranty.

Octane recommendations

Your vehicle is designed to use

“Regular” unleaded gasoline with

pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87.

We do not recommend the use of

gasolines labeled as “Regular” that

are sold with octane ratings of 86 or lower in high altitude areas.

Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly. However, if

it knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are using fuel

with the recommended octane rating, see your authorized dealer to

prevent any engine damage.

Fuel quality

If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveability

problems, try a different brand of unleaded gasoline. “Premium”

unleaded gasoline is not recommended for vehicles designed to use

“Regular” unleaded gasoline because it may cause these problems to

become more pronounced. If the problems persist, see your authorized

dealer.

(R+M)/2 METHOD

2008 MKZ

(378)

Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)

USA

(fus)

Maintenance and Specifications

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