2012 Lincoln MKS Owner Guide 1st Printing
2012 Lincoln MKS Manual
2012 Lincoln MKS manual content summary:
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57 57 65 66 Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Adaptive cruise control Moon roof 70 70 71 76 79 81 82 92 Locks and Security Locks Anti-theft system 100 107 122 1 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 2
flasher control Fuel pump shut-off Fuses and relays Changing tires Wheel lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing 265 265 266 266 267 274 281 282 286 Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 2 288 296 296 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 3
and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2011 Ford Motor Company 3 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 4
before they are generally available. Remember to pass on the Owner's Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle. WARNING: Fuel pump shut-off: In the event of an accident this feature will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine. It can also be activated - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 5
give the moving parts a chance to break in. Drive your new vehicle at least 1,000 miles (1,600 km) before towing a trailer. For more detailed information about towing a trailer, refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. 5 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 6
certain diagnostic information may also be accessed electronically by Ford Motor Company and Ford authorized service facilities, and that the diagnostic information may be used for any purpose. See your SYNC supplement for more information. 6 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 7
at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or the brake pedal; and • How fast the vehicle was travelling; and • Where the driver was positioning the steering wheel. This data can independently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada. 7 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 8
be paramount when using mobile communications equipment to avoid negating these benefits. Mobile Communication Equipment includes, but is not limited to, cellular phones, pagers, portable email devices, text messaging devices and portable two-way radios. 8 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 9
to your vehicle. This Owner's Guide is written primarily for the U.S. and Canadian Markets. Features or equipment listed as standard may be different on units built for Export. Refer to this Owner's Guide for all other required information and warnings. 9 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 10
Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based Stability Control System Speed Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 10 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 11
, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Service Engine Soon Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check Fuel Cap Low Tire Pressure Warning 11 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 12
possible. This indicates a problem with the electrical system or a related component. Engine oil pressure (RTT): Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range, refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 12 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 13
. However, if after 15 seconds the ЉService engine soonЉ light blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. See the Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 13 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 14
and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. WARNING: Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. Brake - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 15
serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Adaptive cruise control (ACC) (if equipped): Illuminates when there is a vehicle in front of you. Refer to Adaptive cruise control in the Driver Controls chapter for more information. 15 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 16
the ignition) and the driver's door is opened. Parking brake on chime: Sounds when the parking brake is left on and the vehicle is driven. If the warning stays on after the park brake is off, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 16 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 17
the needle moves close to the "H" range, the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool. WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. 17 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 18
capable of monitoring many vehicle systems and will alert you to potential vehicle problems and various conditions with an informational message followed by a long indicator chime. The message center display is located in the instrument cluster. 18 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 19
used (liters of fuel used by 100 kilometers traveled), your figure may be different than displayed for the following reasons: • Your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill-up • Differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps at service stations 19 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 20
the message center through the following features: RESET FOR SYSTEM CHECK When this message appears, press the RESET button and the message center will begin to cycle through the following systems and provide a status of the item if needed. 20 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 21
in English or Metric. Press RESET to change between English and Metric. AUTO HIGH BEAM (if equipped) This feature automatically turns on your high beams if it is dark enough and no other traffic is present. Press RESET to turn it off or on. 21 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 22
will activate briefly to confirm the last setting. BLIND SPOT (if equipped) The Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) is designed to assist the driver by monitoring the side areas on both sides of the vehicle. Press RESET to turn it off or on. 22 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 23
message center will cycle the display to show all warnings by displaying each one for four seconds. The message center will display the last selected feature if there are no more warning messages. 23 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 24
when the rear park aid is disabled and may need service. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW - Indicates the brake fluid level is low and the brake system should be inspected immediately. Refer to Brake fluid in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 24 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 25
cool. CHECK AWD (if equipped) - Displayed in conjunction with the Throttle Control/Transmission/AWD light when the AWD system is not operating properly. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 25 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 26
weather or ice/mud/water in front of radar. Driver can typically clean the sensor to resolve. COLLISION WARN MALFUNCTION (if equipped) - Displayed when there is a system malfunction with the collision warning system. The system will be disabled. 26 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 27
BRAKE TO START (if equipped) - Displayed when the start/stop button is pressed without the brake pedal being applied. This is a reminder that the brake pedal must be applied when the start/stop button is pressed in order to start the engine. 27 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 28
MyKey in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. KEY COULD NOT PROGRAM - Displayed when an attempt is made to program a spare key using two existing MyKeys. Refer to MyKey in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. 28 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 29
MPH - Displayed when starting the vehicle and MyKey is in use and the MyKey speed limit is DRIVER INPUT (if equipped) - Displayed when the autopark feature has been canceled due to driver inputs. Refer to Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information. 29 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 30
CANCELLED BY ABS EVENT (if equipped) - Displayed when the active park feature has been canceled due to the ABS activating. Refer to Active park display when using the active park assist system. See Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information. 30 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 31
must be turned to start or on before the 12 second chime expires. See Perimeter alarm system in the Locks and Security chapter. SERVICE ADVANCETRAC - Displayed when the AdvanceTrac system has detected a condition that requires service. 31 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 32
: Your vehicle is equipped with the THX II certified premium audio system. This system creates optimal acoustic quality for all seating positions and road conditions. The system offers an advanced speaker system, amplifiers, subwoofer and equalization. 32 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 33
your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2. To activate the autoset feature: Press MENU repeatedly until AUTO SEEK to toggle PRESET ON/OFF appears in the display. Use AUTO PRESET to store the last one in the remaining presets. 33 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 34
up, when prompted. Once loaded, the disc in slot 1 will begin to play. To choose one of the loaded CDs to play, press the number preset buttons (1-6) to choose the desired disc. OK CD. 34 / (Play/Pause): Press to play/pause a track when playing a 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 35
system will reload the disc. To auto eject all loaded discs- Press and hold . The system will eject all TRACK MODE SELECT TRACK. Enter the desired track number using the memory preset buttons (0-9). The system will then dealer for availability. 35 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 36
previous available SIRIUS satellite station. DIRECT: Press DIRECT then enter the desired channel (i.e. 002) using the memory preset buttons (0-9). If you only enter one digit, press OK and the system on selecting a satellite radio category. 36 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 37
all saved songs and the display will read ALL DELETED. Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO SONGS. 37 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 38
/unlock when using this feature. b. CHANGE PIN: Press OK when CHANGE PIN is features: BASS: Press TREBLE: Press SEEK SEEK to adjust the level of bass. to adjust the level of treble. to adjust the audio between the left SEEK BALANCE: Press (L) and right (R) speakers. 38 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 39
system-Navigation system based (if equipped) If your vehicle is equipped with the navigation system, it will have an integrated navigation/audio system. See the Navigation system supplement for operating instructions on using this audio system. 39 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 40
headphone output of your player and the other end of the audio extension cable to the AIJ in your vehicle. 4. Turn the radio on, using either a tuned FM station or a CD loaded into the system. Adjust the volume to a comfortable listening level. 40 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 41
of the vehicle. We recommend against the use of any handheld device while driving, encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible and that you become aware of applicable state and local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving. 41 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 42
Entertainment Systems Your vehicle is equipped with a USB port inside your center console. This feature allows you to plug in media playing devices, memory sticks, and also to charge devices if they support this feature. For further information on this feature, refer to Accessing and using your USB - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 43
using a circular motion. CD units are designed to play commercially dealer for further information. Audio system warranty and service Refer to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information. If service is necessary, see your dealer or qualified technician. 43 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 44
, from F001 (folder) T001 (track) to F253 T255. • Creating discs with only one level of folders will help with navigation through the disc files. 44 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 45
you to use the same MP3 disc for a variety of tasks on your work computer, home computer and your in-vehicle system. 1 Canada, or call SIRIUS at 1-888-539-7474. Satellite radio reception factors: To receive the satellite signal, your vehicle 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 46
term, which begins on the date of sale or lease of the vehicle. For information on extended subscription terms, the online media player and other SIRIUS features, please contact SIRIUS at 1-888-539-7474. Note: SIRIUS reserves the unrestricted right to change, rearrange, add or delete programming - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 47
period present. of time, or with an ignition key cycle, your receiver may have a fault. See your authorized dealer for service. Channel no longer This previously available available. channel is INVALID CHNL UNSUBSCRIBED NO TEXT NO TEXT 47 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 48
Your vehicle is equipped with SYNC, a hands-free communications and entertainment system with special phone and media features. For more information, please refer to the SYNC supplement or to the SYNC section in the Navigation System supplement (if equipped). 48 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 49
rear seat floor vents. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging. To return to full automatic control, press AUTO. 3. : Distributes air through the floor vents, rear seat floor vents. To return to full automatic control, press AUTO. 49 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 50
: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents, floor vents, rear seat floor vents and de-mister vents. To return to heat or cool the vehicle to reach the desired temperature. For manual fan speed control, turn the knob to adjust fan speed. 50 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA ( - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 51
vehicle. This re-cooling of the interior adjusts the passenger side temperature when PASS TEMP is off. Driver heated seat: Press to control the driver heated seat. 16. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information. 51 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 52
in MAX A/C, (defrost) and (floor/defrost). 5. R Rear defroster: Press to activate/deactivate the rear window defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter for more information. This button will also activate the heated mirrors. 52 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 53
: Press to cool the passenger cooled 14. seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information. Outside temperature: The outside temperature will appear in the display and is labeled as EXT XX. 53 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 54
the instrument panel vents to cool the vehicle. This re-cooling of the interior air is more economical and efficient. Recirculated air may also help reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. Press MAX A/C again for normal operation. 54 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 55
aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select 2. 3. 4. 5. . Select A/C. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort. Set the fan to the highest speed. Direct the outer instrument panel vents toward the side windows. 55 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 56
turned off. To manually turn off the defroster before 10 minutes have passed, press the control again. Do not use razor blades or in the air being supplied to the interior of the vehicle. This system provides the following benefits: dealer. 56 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 57
, then back to center to alert the driver that the system is working properly. There is a delay of two to five seconds before the adaptive headlamp system will operate when the vehicle is driven, as the system is inactive below 3 mph (5 km/h). 57 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 58
. You can change the amount of time the lamps stay on by using the programming procedure that follows: Note: With autolamps, your vehicle has a headlamps on with windshield wipers feature. If the three minutes), then turn the headlamps off. 58 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 59
enough and no other traffic is present. When it detects an approaching vehicle's headlights or a preceding vehicle's tail lamps, the system turns off the high beams (low beams remain on) high beam system has turned the high beams on. 59 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 60
using the message center. See Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Activating high beams If there is no traffic in front of the vehicle needed. • Vehicle speed must be greater than 32 mph (51 km/h). • Severe weather is not detected. 60 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 61
times within two seconds, ending in (on) to (on). (autolamp) three position. 2. Cycle flash-to-pass three times using the multi-function lever. 3. The high beams will flash momentarily to confirm that the sensitivity setting has been changed. 61 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 62
system is able to begin detecting other vehicles again. If it appears that automatic control of the high beams is not functioning properly, check the windshield in front of the camera for blockage. Flash-to-pass Pull and release to activate. 62 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 63
has been in an accident, the alignment of your headlamps should be checked by your authorized dealer. Vertical aim adjustment 1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface, approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters) away. 63 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 64
down) or counterclockwise (to adjust up). The horizontal edge of the brighter light should touch the horizontal reference line. 6. Close the hood and turn off the lamps. HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND IS NON-ADJUSTABLE. 64 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 65
turn signal. INTERIOR LAMPS Front row map lamps To turn on the map lamps, press the outer edge of the clear lens. The front row map are located at the rear of the headliner above each outboard seat. The second row lamps light when: • any door is 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 66
water leak) are: • Water puddle inside the lamp • Large water droplets, drip marks or streaks present on the interior of the lens Take your vehicle to a dealer for service if any of the above conditions of unacceptable moisture are present. 66 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 67
frequently. Replacing HID headlamp bulbs The headlamps on your vehicle use a "high intensity discharge" source. These lamps operate at a high voltage. When the bulb is burned out, the bulb assembly must be replaced by your authorized dealer. 67 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 68
Replacing front tail and sidemarker functions. If replacement is required, see your authorized dealer. • (1) Turn signal bulbs • (2) Backup lamp • (3) the vehicle. 4. Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise, then pulling it out of the lamp assembly. 68 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 69
stop lamp. It is designed to last the life of the vehicle. If replacement is required, it is recommended that you see your authorized dealer. Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp . Install the new bulb in reverse order. 69 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 70
sensitive wipers will vary based on the amount of moisture interval (intermittent wipe) settings on vehicles with rain sensing wipers. The Note: The rain sensing wiper feature must be turned off before entering a car wash. Windshield washer: Press 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 71
burn out. Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield, always use the windshield washer. In freezing weather, be sure the wiper accessory mode, the column will return to the previous setting. WARNING: Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. 71 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 72
compartment The storage compartment may be used to store a pair of sunglasses. Press the release area on the rear edge of the bin door to open the storage compartment. The door will open to the full open position. Single bin compartment 72 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 73
from the northerly direction on maps. This variation is four degrees between adjacent zones and will become noticeable as the vehicle crosses multiple zones. A correct zone setting will eliminate this error. Refer to Compass zone adjustment. 73 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 74
adjustment Perform compass calibration in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. 1. Start the vehicle. 74 2012 MKS (mks) Owners - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 75
insert any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty. 75 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 76
optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket (if equipped). Improper use of the lighter can cause damage not covered by your warranty, and can result in fire or serious injury. To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the power point(s) over the vehicle capacity of 12V - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 77
in order for this feature to operate. Note: This feature can be disabled or enabled by your authorized dealer. Global close windows You can close the vehicle's windows and moon roof (if equipped) by control on the remote transmitter. using the 77 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 78
side to restore the window controls. Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches, audio system and moon roof (if equipped) may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off or until either front door is opened. 78 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 79
the sensor. Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products. EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power side view mirrors WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion. 79 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 80
memory set and can be recalled using the memory feature. Refer to Front seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Automatic dimming feature The driver's side view mirror has an auto-dimming function. For more information, refer to Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror in this chapter - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 81
than 10 mph (16 km/h) below your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage. Disengaging speed control Press the brake pedal to disengage the speed control. Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previous set speed. 81 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 82
the system at any time by either pressing the brake pedal or pressing the steering wheel ON/OFF control. In addition, the driver can temporarily increase the vehicle speed above the current speed by manually pressing on the accelerator pedal. 82 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 83
be in control of the vehicle at all times. The controls for using your cruise control are located on the steering wheel. 1. Press and release the ON control. The message center will display CRUISE ON RADAR READY. 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 83 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 84
your lane or out of view. • The vehicle speed falls below 18 mph (30 km/h). • A new gap distance is set. The vehicle brakes will be automatically applied to slow the vehicle to maintain a safe distance between the vehicle in front. The maximum 84 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 85
gap distance The distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you can be decreased or increased vehicle is restarted, the last chosen gap automatically selected. Message center display Following distance Dynamic behavior Sporty Normal Comfort will be 85 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 86
desired set speed is shown on the message center. The vehicle speed will gradually change to the selected speed. • Increase or decrease the speed vehicle down to the new set speed. The set speed will display continuously in the message center while ACC is active. 86 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 87
vehicle to the previously set speed. The set speed will display continuously in the message center while ACC is active. Note: RESUME should only be used if the driver is needed to reduce the load on the vehicle's regular brake system to prevent 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 88
or detect a vehicle later than expected. Detection issues can occur: • When driving on a different line than the vehicle in front. • With vehicles that edge into your lane. These vehicles can only be detected once they have moved fully into your lane. 88 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 89
driver should stay alert and intervene when necessary. If the front end of the vehicle is hit or damaged, the radar sensing zone may be altered causing missed or false vehicle detections. Check with your authorized dealer or related system. 89 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 90
display Action Clean the grille surface in front of the radar or remove the object or snow or ice on Do not use ACC in these the surface of the area with no other Wait a short time. vehicles and no roadside objects Due to the nature key cycle. 90 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 91
use tires sizes other than those recommended because this can affect the normal operation of ACC. Failing to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control, which could result in serious injury. STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS Radio control features . 91 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 92
the sunscreen: Pull down the sunscreen will automatically close. If the moon roof is open, it will automatically close prior to closing the sunscreen. 92 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 93
roof is equipped with automatic, one-touch, tilt close feature). Note: You can open and close the vehicle's windows and moon roof (if equipped) by using the control on the remote transmitter. Refer to Power windows earlier in this chapter. 93 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 94
use the HomeLink Wireless Control System with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by U.S. federal safety standards (this includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982). A garage door which cannot 94 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 95
use in other vehicles as well as for future programming procedures (i.e. new HomeLink equipped vehicle purchase). It is also suggested that upon the sale of the vehicle buttons until the HomeLink indicator light changes from a slow to a rapidly 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 96
"smart" button. (The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer.) Note: There are 30 seconds in which to initiate Step 6. 6. Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for two • Proceed with Step 3 in the Programming section. 96 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 97
Driver Controls Operating the HomeLinkா lighting etc.). For convenience, the hand-held transmitter of the device may also be used at any time. In the event that there are still programming difficulties, contact HomeLink .com or 1-800-355-3515. 97 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 98
interference with pedal operation causing loss of control of vehicle. • To install floor mats, position the floor mat so that the eyelet is over the retention post and press down to lock in. • To remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure. 98 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 99
open the trunk from inside the vehicle: Press the trunk release button button. 2. Press the release button located near the license plate. CARGO AREA FEATURES Cargo net (if equipped) The cargo net secures lightweight objects in the cargo . 99 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 100
anti-theft system section in this chapter. Note: Your vehicle's IA backup keys were issued with a security tag that provides important vehicle key cut information. It is recommended that you keep the tag in a safe place for future reference. 100 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 101
feature is enabled the user can use system check in the message center to see how many MyKeys and admin keys are programmed to the vehicle, and see the total distance the vehicle has been driven with the MyKey active. MyKey restricted features Standard settings - these settings cannot be changed - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 102
the admin keys. Note: To program the optional settings go to Step 2 in the Programming MyKey Optional Settings section. If your vehicle is equipped with remote start, see the Using MyKey with RESET to highlight your choice with the . 102 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 103
warnings displays. Using MyKey with remote start systems MyKey is not compatible with non-Ford approved aftermarket remote start systems. If you choose to install a remote start system please see your authorized dealer for a Ford approved remote start system. 103 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 104
will need to use your remote start system to reset all MyKeys as admin keys by doing the following: 1. Enter the vehicle, close all doors. 2. Remote start the vehicle using your remote start fob. 3. Follow Steps 1-4 in the Clear MyKey section. 104 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 105
to the vehicle. Refer to Create a MyKey section. • Vehicle has been started using a remote start system that is programmed as a MyKey. Refer to MyKey with remote start systems section. 105 Cannot program the MyKey optional settings Cannot clear MyKey 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 106
programmed all keys as MyKeys No MyKey function with intelligent access key (push button start) (if equipped) MyKey programmed total includes one additional key Admin keys programmed total includes one additional key MyKey miles do not accumulate 106 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 107
door with the key, turn it once toward the rear of the vehicle to unlock that door only, if the two-stage unlocking is enabled. Turn the key a second time to unlock all doors. When locking, turn the key toward the front of the vehicle to lock all doors. 107 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 108
ensure the ignition is off and all vehicle doors are closed. You must complete Steps 1-5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, wait a minimum of 30 seconds before beginning again. 108 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 109
dealer, • by using a power door unlock/lock sequence, or • by using the instrument cluster message center. Refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Note: The autounlock feature can be activated/deactivated independently of the autolock feature. 109 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 110
Before starting, ensure the ignition is off and all vehicle doors are closed. You must complete Steps 1-5 has been entered and is active. 6. To enable/disable the autounlock feature, press the lock control, then press the unlock control. The horn 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 111
interior luggage compartment release handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the luggage compartment. Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation and location of the release handle. 111 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 112
the trunk or vehicle interior can rise very quickly. Exposure of people or animals to these high temperatures for even a short time can cause death or serious heat-related injuries, including brain damage. Small children are particularly at risk. 112 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 113
troubleshooting the problem. Intelligent access Your vehicle will allow you to unlock and enter your vehicle without actively using a key or transmitter. You can use the intelligent access feature at the driver door or at the trunk. You can activate the intelligent 113 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 114
release to unlock all the doors. Note: The interior lamps and parking lamps will illuminate. The remote entry system activates the illuminated entry feature; this feature turns on the lamps for 25 seconds or until the ignition is turned on. 114 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 115
than using the panic alarm. Sounding a panic alarm to activate the alarm. The horn will sound and the turn lamps Press will flash for a maximum of three minutes. Press again or turn the ignition on to deactivate, or wait for the alarm to time out in three minutes. 115 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 116
vehicle is moving 3 mph (5 km/h) or slower. Memory feature (seat, mirrors and steering column) The intelligent access key (IA key) allows you to recall the memory seat/power mirrors/steering column feature. to automatically move the seat . 116 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 117
. 4. Snap the battery cover back onto the transmitter and install the backup key. Note: Replacement of the battery will not cause the IA key to become de-programmed from your vehicle. They should operate normally after battery replacement. 117 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 118
all vehicle doors are closed and the ignition is turned off, the interior dome lamps, parking lamps and puddle lamps (if equipped) will illuminate. The lights will turn off if all the doors remain closed and • 25 seconds elapse, or • the start button is pressed. 118 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 119
turned on using the panel dimmer of the vehicle doors or the Accessory mode battery saver for intelligent access keys with push button start If you shut off the engine and leave the ignition in the on or accessory mode, the ignition will shut off after 30 minutes. 119 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 120
using a key. • open the trunk. • recall memory seat/power mirrors and steering column positions (if equipped). • enable or disable the autolock and autounlock features • Activate intelligent access (if equipped) at the driver of each other. 120 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 121
the keypad for one minute and the keypad lamp will flash. The anti-scan feature will turn off after: • one minute of keypad inactivity. • pressing the control on your transmitter. • the ignition is turned on. • the door is unlocked with a key 121 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 122
may cause vehicle starting issues. You need to prevent these objects from touching the coded key while starting the engine. These objects will not cause damage to the coded key, but may cause a momentary issue if they are too close to the key when starting the 122 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 123
intelligent access keys inside the vehicle and the new unprogrammed intelligent access keys readily accessible. If two previously programmed keys are not available, you must take your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the spare key(s) programmed. 123 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 124
the intelligent access key has been successfully programmed, it can be used to activate the intelligent access with push button start feature and can be used to start your vehicle. Note: To program MyKey features, refer to MyKey in this chapter. 124 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 125
control within the 20-second, pre-armed mode will disarm the system. When fully armed (after the 20 sec pre-arm mode), any IA keys found inside the vehicle are disabled/inoperable and will not start the engine. button to re-enable them. Press 125 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 126
. • Unlock the doors using a key. Perimeter alarm issues If there seems to be a potential perimeter alarm system problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL keys/remote entry transmitters are brought to your authorized dealer to aid in troubleshooting. 126 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 127
event of a crash, the driver and passenger occupants should not sit in and/or operate the vehicle, until the head restraint is placed in its proper position. The driver should never adjust the head restraint while the vehicle is in motion. 127 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 128
even with the top of your head and positioned as close as possible to the back of your head. For occupants of extremely tall stature, adjust the head restraint to its full up position. 128 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 129
button and the unlock/remove button, then pull up on the head restraint. To reinstall the adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Insert the two stems into the guide sleeve collars. 2. Push the head restraint down until it locks. 129 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 130
the rearward un-tilted position. Adjusting the front power seat WARNING: Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. WARNING: Do under the seat's safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. 130 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA ( - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 131
to follow these instructions may interfere with the front passenger seat sensing system. The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. Use the control to tilt the seat. Use the control to move the seat forward, backward, up or down. 131 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 132
; you will feel the seat bounce back slightly. Using the power lumbar support The lumbar control is located on the side of the seat cushion. Press the front of the control to adjust firmness. Press the rear of the control to adjust softness. 132 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 133
through the various heat settings and off. Warmer settings are indicated by more indicator lights. If the engine falls below 350 rpm while the heated seats are on, the feature will turn itself off and will need to be reactivated. 133 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 134
to Scheduled maintenance information. • There is a filter located under each front seat. • The filter can be accessed from the 2nd row foot-well area. Move the front seats all the way to the full front and full up positions to ease access. 134 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 135
Seating and Safety Restraints To remove an air filter: 1. Turn the vehicle off. 2. Push up on the outside rigid edge of the filter and rotate toward the front of the vehicle once tabs are released. the housing until it clips into position. 135 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 136
• the transmission is in N (Neutral) or P (Park) • the ignition is turned off The seat and steering wheel will move to the original position when: • the transmission is in N (Neutral) or P (Park) • the ignition is put in accessory mode/started 136 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 137
(1), • two steel stems (2), • and two guide sleeve unlock/remove buttons (3). To remove the non-adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Simultaneously press and hold both unlock/remove buttons, then pull up on the head restraint. 137 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 138
are located in the rear seat armrest. To access the cup holders, rotate armrest into use position. To open the storage compartment, pull up on the latch. WARNING: Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision. 138 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 139
length such as skis or lumber. Note: Do not exceed 80 lb (36 kg) of weight on the pass-through door. Rear heated seats seat heater to overheat. An overheated seat may cause serious personal injury. Note: Do not do the following: • Place heavy objects on the seat 139 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 140
System consists of: • Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints. • Front outboard safety belts with pretensioners, energy management retractors (first row only), and safety belt usage sensors. • Driver's seat position sensor. 140 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 141
safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt usage sensors, driver seat position sensor, front passenger sensing system, based on crash severity and occupant conditions. The fact that the pretensioners or airbags did not activate for both front seat 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 142
whether or not the driver and front outboard passenger safety belts are fastened. This information allows your Personal Safety System to tailor the airbag deployment and safety belt pretensioner activation depending upon safety belt usage. 142 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 143
at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. SAFETY BELT SYSTEM WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. 143 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 144
restrained in a rear seating position. WARNING: Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check seat covers and buckles before you place a child anywhere near them. 144 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 145
and Safety Restraints WARNING: Front and rear seat occupants, including pregnant women, should wear safety belts for optimum protection in an accident. across the chest. Pregnant women should also follow this practice. See figure below. 145 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 146
in passenger front or rear seating positions. Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position whenever possible. Refer to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter. 146 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 147
when checked by an authorized dealer. Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions. Energy management feature - front outboard • This vehicle has a safety belt system with an energy management feature at the front seats to help further reduce the - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 148
is located at the end of the webbing on the label. Also, use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended. WARNING: Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso. 148 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 149
adjustment Your vehicle has safety belt height adjustments for the front outboard seating positions. Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. To adjust light and indicator chime remain off. 149 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 150
the safety belt warning light in the instrument cluster when the driver's and front passenger's safety belt is unbuckled. The Belt-Minder feature uses information from the front passenger sensing system to determine if a front seat passenger is present and therefore potentially in need of a warning - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 151
front seat occupants by 45% in cars, and by 60% in light trucks. Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single-vehicle crashes, many when no other vehicles are around. 151 "I'm not going far" "Belts are uncomfortable" "I was in a hurry" "Safety belts don't work" "Traffic is light" 2012 MKS (mks) Owners - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 152
during the same key cycle. Note: If you are using MyKey, the Belt-Minder cannot be disabled. Also, if the Belt-Minder has been previously disabled, it will be re-enabled during the use of MyKey. Refer to MyKey in the Locks and Security chapter. 152 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 153
Seating and Safety Restraints The driver and front passenger Belt-Minder features can be deactivated/activated by performing the following procedure: Before following the procedure, make sure that: • The parking brake is set. • The gearshift is in P (Park). • The ignition is off. • The driver and - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 154
is greatest close to the trim covering the airbag module. WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is provided. 154 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 155
or adding equipment to the front end of the vehicle (including frame, bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks) may affect the performance of the airbag system, increasing the risk of injury. Do not modify the front end of the vehicle. 155 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 156
were not of the type sufficient to cause activation. Front airbags are designed to inflate in frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollover, side-impact, or rear-impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration. 156 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 157
airbags and Safety Canopy. Refer to Seat-mounted side airbag system and Safety Canopy system later in this chapter. • one or more impact and safing sensors. • driver and front passenger safety belt pretensioner • a readiness light and tone. 157 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 158
weight off of the seat for a period of time, • a child or a small person occupies the front passenger seat. Note: When the passenger airbag off light is illuminated, the passenger (seat mounted) side airbag may be disabled to avoid the risk of airbag deployment injuries. 158 2012 MKS (mks) Owners - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 159
on the seat cushion, with the person's legs comfortably extended. • Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for about two minutes. This will allow the system to detect that person and enable the passenger's frontal airbag. 159 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 160
on the seat cushion. For most objects that are in the front passenger seat, the passenger airbag will be disabled. Even though the passenger airbag is disabled, the Љpass airbag offЉ lamp may or may not be illuminated according to the table below. 160 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 161
or between the seat and the center console (if equipped). Check the "passenger airbag off" or "pass airbag off" indicator lamp for proper airbag Status. Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the front passenger seat sensing system. 161 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 162
service the system; take your vehicle immediately to an authorized dealer. If it is necessary to modify an advanced front airbag system to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center at the phone number shown in the Customer Assistance chapter of this Owner - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 163
the airbag SRS, its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an airbag. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS is provided. 163 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 164
inflatable bag (airbag) with a gas generator concealed behind the outboard bolster of the driver and front passenger seatbacks. • A special seat cover designed to allow airbag deployment. the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration. 164 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 165
seat) must be inspected and serviced by an authorized dealer these instructions may service, repair, or modify the Safety Canopy system, its fuses, the A, B, or C pillar trim, or the headliner on a vehicle containing a Safety Canopy. See your authorized dealer. 165 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 166
used for the front airbags. • Two crash sensors mounted in the front doors (one on each side of the vehicle). • Crash sensors located on the C pillars (one sensor on each pillar on each side of the vehicle). • Rollover sensor in the restraints control module (RCM). 166 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 167
using a properly installed child or booster seat because it is designed to inflate downward from the headliner above the doors along the side window opening. The Safety Canopy system is designed to activate when the vehicle after inflation. 167 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 168
. The feature will continue to operate until the vehicle runs out of power. Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles For disposal of airbags or airbag equipped vehicles, see your authorized dealer. Airbags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel. 168 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 169
.sfa.ca, or Transport Canada at 1-800-333-0371 (http://www.tc.gc.ca). Failure to properly restrain children in safety seats made especially for their height, age, and weight may result in an increased risk of serious injury or death to your child. 169 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 170
restrain children twelve (12) years of age and under in a rear seating position of your vehicle. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in a front seating position. 170 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 171
the instructions and warnings provided by the vehicle manufacturer. A safety seat that is improperly installed or utilized, is inappropriate for your child's height, age, or weight or does not properly fit the child may increase the risk of serious injury or death. 171 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 172
Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) and your pediatrician to make sure your seat is appropriate for your child and properly installed in the vehicle. To locate a child seat Transport Canada at 1-800-333-0371 (http://www.tc.gc.ca). 172 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 173
largest child in the front seat. Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use. Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating 173 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 174
/shoulder belts: Note: Although the child seat illustrated is a forward facing child seat, the steps are the same for installing a rear facing child seat. 1. Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt. 174 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 175
together, route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not seating position until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage. Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it. 175 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 176
the vehicle. Sometimes, a slight lean towards the buckle will additionally help to remove remaining slack from the belt. 9. Attach the tether strap (if the child seat is equipped). Refer to Attaching child safety seats with tether straps later in this chapter. 176 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 177
Ford Motor Company recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap. See Attaching child safety seats with tether straps and Recommendations for attaching safety restraints for children in this chapter for more information. 177 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 178
in the center using the lap/shoulder belt, OR you can use the LATCH lower anchors for the center child safety seat and the lap/shoulder belts for the other two child safety seats in the outboard positions. Use the tether anchors if applicable. 178 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 179
in the vehicle. The rear seats of your vehicle are equipped with built-in tether strap anchors located behind the seats as described below. The tether anchors in your vehicle are located under a cover marked with the tether anchor symbol (shown with title). 179 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 180
. For vehicles with adjustable head restraints, route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the head restraint posts, otherwise route the tether strap over the top of the head restraint. 2. Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position. 180 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 181
safety seat owner guide for the weight, height, and age limits specific to your child safety seat. Keep your child in the child safety seat if it properly fits the child, remains appropriate for their weight, height and age AND if properly secured to the vehicle. 181 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 182
at the edge of the seat cushion? • Can the child sit without slouching? • Does the lap belt rest low across the hips? • Is the shoulder belt centered on the shoulder and chest? • Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip? 182 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 183
belts, or consider using a high back booster seat. • High back booster seats If, with a backless booster seat, you cannot find a seating position that adequately supports your child's head, a high back booster seat would be a better choice. 183 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 184
you should never use a booster seat with a lap belt only. It is generally best to use a booster seat with lap/shoulder belts in the back seat. Move a child to a different seating location if the shoulder belt does not stay positioned on the shoulder during use. 184 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 185
support assemblies (slide bar-if equipped), shoulder belt height adjusters (if equipped), shoulder belt guide on seatback (if equipped), child safety seat LATCH and tether anchors, and attaching hardware, should be inspected after a collision. Refer to the child restraint manufacturer's instructions - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 186
are AA, A, B, and C. The grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. 186 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 187
in a tire. • Standard load: A class of P-metric or Metric tires designed to carry a maximum load at 35 psi [37 psi (2.5 bar) for Metric tires]. Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase the tire's load carrying capability. 187 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 188
a digital or dial-type tire pressure gauge rather than a stick-type tire pressure gauge. Use the recommended cold inflation pressure for optimum tire performance and wear. Under-inflation or over-inflation may cause uneven treadwear patterns. 188 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 189
never "bleed" or reduce air pressure. The tires are hot from driving and it is normal for pressures to increase above recommended cold pressures. A hot tire at or below recommended cold inflation pressure could be significantly under-inflated. 189 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 190
to the tire is suspected, have the tire demounted and inspected in case it needs to be repaired or replaced. For your safety, tires that are damaged or show signs of excessive wear should not be used because they are more likely to blow out or fail. 190 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 191
or frequent high loading conditions can accelerate the aging process and may require tires to be replaced more frequently. You should replace your spare tire when you replace the road tires or after six years due to aging even if it has not been used. 191 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 192
death. Additionally the use of non-recommended tires and wheels could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. If you have questions regarding tire replacement, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 192 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 193
the tire bead and wheel bead seat area again. 3. Stand at a minimum of 12 ft (3.66 m) away from the tire wheel assembly. 4. Use both eye and ear protection. For a mounting pressure more than 20 psi (1.38 bar) greater than the maximum pressure, a Ford dealer or other tire service professional - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 194
towed to the nearest repair facility or tire dealer to have the vehicle inspected. Tire and wheel alignment A bad jolt from hitting a curb or pothole can cause the front end of your vehicle to become misaligned or cause damage to your tires. If your vehicle seems to pull to one side when you're - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 195
Tires, Wheels and Loading • Front-wheel drive (FWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) • All-wheel drive (AWD) vehicles (front 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 check - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 196
If you change your wheel size, you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter. 6. 95: Indicates the tire's load index. It is an index that relates to how much weight a tire can carry. You may find this information in your owner's guide. If not, contact a local tire dealer. Note - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 197
: Indicates the maximum load in kilograms and pounds that can be carried by the tire. Refer to the Safety Compliance Certification Label, which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door, for the correct tire pressure for your vehicle. 197 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 198
the edge of the driver's door. The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the vehicle label. The tire suppliers may have additional markings, notes or warnings such as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. 198 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 199
on the rear axle (a total of six or more tires on the vehicle). 4. Maximum Load Single lb (kg) at psi (kPa) cold: Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single; defined as two tires (total) on the rear axle. 199 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 200
find a Tire Label containing tire inflation pressure by tire size and other important information located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door. Refer to the payload description and graphic in the Vehicle loading - with and without a trailer section. 200 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 201
your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly. The tire pressure monitoring system complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the 201 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 202
temporary spare tire is installed When one of your road tires needs to be replaced with the temporary spare, the TPMS will continue to identify an issue to remind you that the damaged road wheel/tire needs to be repaired and put back on your vehicle. 202 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 203
functions, refer to When your temporary spare tire is installed in this section. TPMS If the tires are properly inflated malfunction and the spare tire is not in use but the light remains on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 203 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 204
, repair as necessary.) Check air pressure in the road tires. If any tire is under-inflated, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearest location where air can be added to the tires. Inflate all the tires to the recommended inflation pressure. 204 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 205
to the vehicle's wheel house or body. • Do not use tire chains, cables, or optional traction devices with optional P255/45R19 or 245/45R20 tires. • Install tire cables securely, verifying that the tire cables do not touch any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines. 205 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 206
vehicle including a full tank of fuel and all standard equipment. It does not include passengers, cargo, or optional equipment. Vehicle Curb Weight - is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from your authorized dealer plus any aftermarket equipment. 206 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 207
much weight the vehicle should carry). Once you have reached the maximum payload of your vehicle, do not add more cargo, even if there is space available. Overloading or improperly loading your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 207 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 208
Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load weight is also part of cargo weight. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) - is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) - including vehicle curb weight and all payload. 208 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 209
or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer. GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo + passengers. GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) - is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle (including all options, equipment, passengers and - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 210
Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personal injury. 210 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 211
Tires, Wheels and Loading GCW (Gross Combined Weight) - is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer. GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) - is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer - including all cargo and passengers - that the - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 212
vehicle with the rear seat folded down, you have room for 12-100 lb. (45 kg) bags of cement. Do you have enough load capacity reduce the load weight by at least 240 lb. (104 kg). If you remove 3-100 lb. (45 kg) cement bags, then the load calculation would be: 212 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 213
your vehicle's load, refer to Vehicle loading - with and without a trailer in this chapter. Remember to figure in the tongue load of your loaded vehicle when figuring the total weight. WARNING: Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label. 213 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 214
Tires, Wheels and Loading WARNING: Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result in engine damage, transmission damage, structural damage, loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal injury. Preparing to tow Use the - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 215
vehicle's tail lamps. This can cause damage to your vehicle's electrical system. Contact your authorized dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and check your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts. 215 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 216
this will cause damage to your AWD system. If you are using a vehicle transport trailer, follow the instruction specified by the equipment provider. If you are towing with all four wheels on the ground, refer to the towing instructions below. 216 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 217
Tires, Wheels and Loading If you tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, follow these instructions: • Tow only in the forward direction. • Release the parking brake. • Place the transmission shift lever in N (Neutral). • Place the ignition in the accessory position (refer to Starting in - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 218
[-30°C]), it is recommended that the vehicle be warmed up to normal operating temperature before driving at highway speeds above 50 mph (80 km/h). Normal operating temperature is normally reached after 10 minutes of moderate driving or idling. 218 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 219
sure all vehicle occupants have buckled their safety belts. For more information on safety belts and their proper usage, refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Make sure vehicle accessories are off. • Make sure the parking brake is set. 219 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 220
, turn the vehicle to the off position, wait 10 seconds and try Step 1 again. If the engine still fails to start, press the accelerator to the floor and try Step 1 again, keeping the accelerator on the floor until the engine begins to accelerate above 220 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 221
(by applying the brake pedal and pressing the START/STOP button) for up to 20 seconds, even though the IA key is not present. After 20 seconds have expired, you can no longer start your vehicle without the IA key present inside the vehicle. 221 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 222
windows at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) or adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in fresh air. ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED) WARNING: Failure to follow engine block heater instructions could result in property damage or physical injury. 222 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 223
plug connection is free and clear of water in order to prevent possible shock or fire. • Be sure that areas where the vehicle is parked are clean and clear of all combustibles such as petroleum products, dust, rags, paper and similar items. 223 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 224
may be observed during ABS braking and the brake pedal may suddenly travel a little farther as soon as ABS braking is done and normal brake operation resumes. These are normal characteristics of the ABS and should be no reason for concern. 224 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 225
stop. Turn the engine off, shift to P (Park) and apply the parking brake, and then inspect the accelerator pedal for any interferences. If none are found and the condition persists, have your vehicle towed to the nearest authorized dealer. 225 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 226
the parking brake pedal downward again to release the parking brake. Driving with the parking brake on will cause the brakes to wear out quickly and reduce fuel economy. Note: If the vehicle is driven with the parking brake applied, a chime will sound. 226 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 227
, the stability control light will illuminate steadily, and you may hear a chime. If equipped with a message center, the vehicle will also indicate a failure with the brake system. Have the system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately. 227 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 228
of the wheels, typically when driving on slippery and/or hilly road surfaces, by detecting and controlling wheel spin. Excessive wheel spin is controlled in two ways, which may work separately or in tandem, engine traction control and brake traction 228 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 229
use only engine power reduction or transfer to help control the wheels from over-spinning. When the brakes have cooled down, the system will regain all features your vehicle's loaded trailer (refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter). 229 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 230
vehicle is stuck in snow, mud or sand, and seems to lose engine power, switching off certain features of the AdvanceTrac system may be beneficial because the wheels pressed again fully enabled after deactivation Off ADVANCETRAC Enabled Enabled ON 230 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 231
will be displayed and steering assist will be removed until the steering system is serviced. Have your vehicle taken to the nearest dealer as soon as possible. 3.7L V6 Duratec engine: Your vehicle is equipped with a hydraulic steering system. 231 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 232
gearshift lever out of P (Park) when the ignition is on and the brake pedal applied, it is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle's brake lamps are not operating properly. Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 232 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 233
removing your foot from the accelerator pedal. P (Park) This position locks the transmission and prevents the front wheels from turning. To put your vehicle in gear: 1. Press the brake pedal 2. Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear 233 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 234
control of selecting the gear you desire using the paddle shifters on the steering wheel. To return to normal D (Drive) position, move the shift lever back from M (manual) to D (Drive). The transmission will operate in gears one through six. 234 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 235
the steering wheel. 1. To manually downshift the transmission with the gearshift lever in M (Manual), press the paddle shifters forward. 2. To manually upshift the transmission with the gearshift lever in M (Manual), pull the paddle shifters rearward. 235 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 236
Driving Recommended shift speeds Upshift according to the following chart: Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel economy) Shift from: 1-2 15 mph (24 km/h) 2-3 25 mph (40 km/h) 3-4 40 engine revving is held without shifting. 236 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 237
is in R (Reverse). The front sensors cover an area up to 27.6 inches (70 cm) from the front of the vehicle and about 6-9 in. (15-23 cm) to the side of the front end of the vehicle. See the illustration for approximate sensor area coverage. 237 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 238
receding object further than 10 inches (25.0 cm) from the side of the vehicle, the tone will sound for only three seconds. Once the system detects an personal injury, always use caution when in R (Reverse) and when using the sensing system. 238 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 239
interior of the vehicle • The sensing system will report the obstacle which is closest to the front or rear of the vehicle. For example, if an obstacle is 12 inches (30 cm) from the front of the vehicle driver to switch the faulted system on. 239 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 240
(located on the front and rear bumper use caution while backing. Objects in the red zone are closest to your vehicle and objects in the green zone are further away. Objects are getting closer to your vehicle as they move from the green zone to the yellow or red zones. 240 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 241
time to stop the vehicle. WARNING: Do not use the camera system with the trunk open. If the back end of the vehicle is hit or damaged, then check with your authorized dealer to have your rear video system checked for proper coverage and operation. 241 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 242
the APA is in use. Conditions in which the system may not work: • Something passes between the front bumper and the space such as a pedestrian or cyclist • The edge of the vehicle is high from the ground such as a bus, tow truck, or flatbed truck 242 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 243
center displays SPACE FOUND STOP followed by a chime. When you stop the vehicle in position to begin parking, the message center displays REMOVE HANDS PUT IN REVERSE. The driver should always come to a complete stop before changing gears. 243 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 244
, bring the vehicle to a complete stop and move the gearshift to R (Reverse). The message center may display BACK UP SLOWLY USE CAUTION followed by a chime. The system may offer subsequent backward and forward maneuvers before proceeding to the finish phase. 244 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 245
attached to the front or rear of the vehicle or at another location close to the sensors. • the front bumper or side sensors are damaged (i.e. in a collision) or obstructed by a foreign object (i.e. front bumper cover). • a mini-spare tire is used. 245 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 246
correctly. For example, one or more tires may not be inflated correctly, may not be of the same size, or may not be authorized for use on this vehicle. • The vehicle had a repair or alteration that is not authorized by the manufacturer. 246 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 247
on this system to replace driver judgment and the need to maintain distance and speed. Note: The collision warning with brake support will not detect, warn, or respond to potential collisions with vehicles to the rear or sides of the vehicle. 247 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 248
the warning lamps until the interior temperature reduces (audible warning will alert the driver). In addition, sun load and sunglasses may reduce the visibility of the warning lamps. Therefore, it is recommended to keep the audible warning on. 248 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 249
with your authorized dealer to have your collision warning radar checked for proper coverage and operation. WARNING: The collision warning system's brake support can only help reduce the speed at which a collision occurs if the driver applies the vehicle's brakes. The brake pedal must be pressed - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 250
manufacturer recommends using the highest Cluster chapter for instructions on reducing the driver by increasing visibility along the side of the vehicle. For more information on your side view mirrors, refer to Exterior mirrors in the Driver Controls chapter. 250 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 251
main mirror and begin to appear in the blind spot mirror (2). As the vehicle leaves the blind spot mirror it will transition to the driver's peripheral field of view (3). WARNING: Objects in the blind spot mirror are closer than they appear. 251 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 252
for using the side and rear view mirrors and looking over your shoulder before changing lanes. BLIS is not a replacement for careful driving and only an assist. The BLIS and CTA has a yellow indicator (also referred to as the alert) located in the left and right exterior mirrors. When the vehicle - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 253
that may cause a false alert are; guardrails, freeway concrete walls, cyclone fencing, sharp turns around a pole or building, or coming to a stop with a vehicle directly behind but very close. False alerts are temporary and self correct. 253 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 254
proximity block the CTA sensors (refer to figure for approximate zone coverage areas [sensor obstructed for vehicle on left]). Backing slowly from the parking spot in these situations helps to increase the sensor coverage and effectiveness. 254 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 255
quarter panel radar beams are obstructed or partially obstructed by an adjacently parked vehicle or object. • Approaching vehicles passing at speeds greater than 15 mph (24 km/h) • Severe weather . False alerts are temporary and self correct. 255 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 256
even after an ignition key cycle. This must be done by your authorized dealer. Note: Once either exterior mirror alert indicator will illuminate. The message center warning may be cleared by the driver but the exterior mirror alert indicator will remain illuminated. 256 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 257
driver, the number of missed objects will increase. To help avoid injuries, NEVER use the BLIS as a replacement for using the side and rear view mirrors and looking over your shoulder before changing self clear or clear after a key cycle. 257 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 258
and defaulted to front-wheel drive. When this warning is displayed, have your vehicle serviced at an authorized dealer. If your vehicle is equipped with AWD, a spare tire of a different size other than the tire provided should never be used. If the spare tire is installed, the AWD system may disable - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 259
, with minor damage to your vehicle rather than attempt a sudden return to the pavement which could cause the vehicle to slide sideways out of control or rollover. Remember, your safety and the safety of others should be your primary concern. 259 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 260
of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and/or personal injury. Use all available road surface to return the vehicle to a safe direction of travel. • In the event of an emergency stop, avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any sharp steering wheel movements. 260 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 261
your wheels. If the vehicle does slide, steer in the direction of the slide until you regain control of the vehicle. If the engine, transmission, AWD system components or axles are submerged in water, their fluids should be checked and changed, if necessary. 261 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 262
front or rear axle is submerged in water, the axle lubricant and PTU (Power Transfer Unit) lubricant should be checked and changed wheels to climb the hill. Too much power will cause the tires to slip, spin or lose traction, resulting in loss of vehicle control. 262 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 263
The front wheels have to be turning in order to steer the vehicle. Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, therefore apply the brakes steadily. Do not "pump" the brakes. Driving on snow and ice Note: Excessive tire slippage can cause transmission damage. AWD vehicles have advantages over 2WD vehicles in - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 264
transmission and cause internal transmission damage. Once through the water, always dry the brakes by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes. 264 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 265
Owner Guide portfolio. Roadside assistance will cover: • a flat tire change with a good spare (except vehicles that have been supplied with a tire inflation kit) • battery jump start • lock-out assistance (key replacement cost is the customer's responsibility) • fuel delivery - Independent Service - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 266
is equipped with a fuel pump shut-off feature that stops the flow of fuel to the engine. Not every impact will cause a shut-off. Note: If your vehicle has the push button start system, press the stop/start button twice to reactivate the fuel system. 266 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 267
a fire. Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating 2A 3A 4A 5A 7.5A 10A 15A Mini fuses Grey Violet Pink Tan Brown Red Blue Standard fuses Grey Violet Pink Tan Brown Red Blue Maxi fuses Cartridge Fuse link maxi cartridge fuses 267 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 268
Roadside Emergencies COLOR Fuse rating 20A 25A 30A 40A 50A 60A 70A 80A Mini fuses Yellow Natural Black Black Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located under the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. The fuses are coded as follows. 268 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 269
) Driver seat control/lumbar Right front window Brake-shift interlock (BSI) Turn signals, hazards Low beam headlamps (left) Low beam headlamps (right) Courtesy lamps Switch illumination, Puddle lamps All wheel drive (AWD) Intelligent access (IA) module Memory/seats/mirrors/steering column, keypad - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 270
, Blower relay Occupant classification sensor (OCS), Electronic finish panel, Climate control Not used Delayed accessory relay 35 10A 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 5A 10A 20A 20A 20A 15A 10A 10A 10A 5A 7.5A 47 48 270 30A Circuit Breaker - 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 271
-current fuses that protect your vehicle's main electrical systems from overloads. WARNING: Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. WARNING: fuse panel power Passenger compartment fuse panel power Not used 271 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 272
used Power point Rear window defroster Power point Front heated/cooled seats PCM Keep alive power, Canister vent A/C clutch relay Right HID headlamp Backup relay Fuel pump relay Cooling fan (3.7L V6 engine) Cooling fan (3.5L V6 engine) Left rear window Left front window 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 273
Fuel pump Backup Auto high beam Not used Vehicle power 2 (PCM), Vehicle power 3 (PCM) PCM Vehicle power 1 Vehicle power 4 - Ignition coils Heated mirrors Blower motor relay Not used Starter relay Adaptive cruise control (stop lamps) Not used Wiper relay HBL relay 273 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 274
replaced by an authorized Ford dealer. WARNING: Refer to Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for important information. If the tire pressure monitor sensor becomes damaged, it will no longer function. 274 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 275
spare tires listed above at any one wheel location can lead to impairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at curbs • Winter weather driving capability • Wet weather driving capability 275 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 276
should be given to: • Towing a trailer • Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body • Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel and seek service as soon as possible. 276 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 277
nut that secures the spare tire by turning it counterclockwise. 2. Lift and remove the spare tire from the trunk. 3. vehicle. 4. Remove the jack and the wrench from the felt bag. Fold down the wrench socket to use to loosen the lug nuts and to operate the jack. 277 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 278
when the vehicle is being jacked. 1. Block the diagonally opposite wheel. 2. Remove wheel cover (if equipped) with the lug wrench tip and loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground. 278 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 279
your vehicle is on the jack. The jack is only meant for changing the tire. 4. Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench. 5. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is facing outward. Reinstall the lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub. Do not fully tighten - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 280
the tire and jack 1. Fully collapse base can be placed on the locating tabs of the jack mounting bracket in the spare tire tub. 2. Securely close the wrench compartment and the jack bag using floor and secure it with the plastic wing nut. 280 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 281
mounting surfaces of the wheel. Installing wheels without correct metal-to-metal contact at the wheel mounting surfaces can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel to come off while the vehicle is in motion, resulting in loss of control. 281 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 282
, if contacted. Do not attempt to push-start your automatic transmission vehicle. Automatic transmissions do not have push-start capability. Attempting to push-start a vehicle with an automatic transmission may cause transmission damage. 282 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 283
the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect from any electrical surges. Turn all other accessories off. Connecting the jumper cables Note: In the illustration, the vehicle on the bottom is used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 283 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 284
the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased speed. 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables. 284 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 285
illustration, the vehicle on the bottom is used to designate the vehicle's battery. 2 B - - + 3 C After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. 285 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 286
the automatic transmission. On AWD vehicles, it is required that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment with all the wheels off the ground to prevent damage to the automatic transmission, AWD system or vehicle. 286 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 287
N (Neutral). Refer to Brake-shift interlock in the Driving chapter for specific instructions if you cannot move the gear shift lever into N (Neutral). • Maximum speed is not to exceed 35 mph (56 km/h). • Maximum distance is 50 miles (80 km). 287 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 288
Plans • Ford Genuine Accessories • Service specials and promotions. In Canada: Mailing address Lincoln Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited P.O. Box 2000 Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 Telephone 1-800-387-9333 Online www.lincolncanada.com 288 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 289
below to find the nearest authorized dealer. In the United States: Mailing address Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center P.O. Box 6248 Dearborn, MI 48121 Telephone 1-800-392-3673 (FORD) (TDD for the hearing impaired: 1-800-232-5952) 289 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 290
the items that can be found online: • U.S. dealer locator by Dealer Name, City/State, or Zip Code • Owner Guides • Maintenance Schedules • Recalls • Ford Extended Service Plans • Ford Genuine Accessories • Service specials and promotions. In Canada: Mailing address Customer Relationship Centre Ford - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 291
one time) In the case of 1 or 2 above, the consumer must also notify the manufacturer of the need for the repair of the nonconformity at the following address: Ford Motor Company 16800 Executive Plaza Drive Mail Drop 3NE-B Dearborn, MI 48126 291 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 292
dealer. If a warranty concern has not been resolved using the three-step procedure outlined earlier in this chapter in the Getting the services your new vehicle, information review the claim for eligibility under the Program Summary Guidelines. 292 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 293
regulations and where to find unleaded fuel. If you cannot find unleaded fuel or can only get fuel with an anti-knock index lower than is recommended for your vehicle, contact a regional office or owner relations/customer relationship office. 293 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 294
Canada is not responsible for any damage caused by use of improper fuel. Using leaded fuel may also result in difficulty importing your vehicle back into the U.S. If your vehicle must be serviced 390-0804 Email: [email protected] www.ford.com.pr 294 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 295
by credit card, check or money order.) Obtaining a French Owner's Guide French Owner's Guides can be obtained from your authorized dealer or by contacting Helm, Incorporated using the contact information listed previously in this section. 295 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 296
that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform Transport Canada, using their toll-free number: 1-800-333-0510, or online at: https://wwwapps.tc.gc.ca/Saf-Sec-Sur/7/PCDB-BDPP/Index.aspx. 296 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 297
, diesel fuel, bird droppings and insect deposits because they can cause damage to the vehicle's paintwork and trim over time. Use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42) which is available from your authorized dealer. • Remove any exterior accessories, such as antennas, before entering a car wash - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 298
over time. • Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based or high caustic-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuels or strong household detergent. • To remove tar and grease, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover , available from your authorized dealer. 298 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 299
Shampoo and Degreaser (ZC-20) on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. In Canada, use Motorcraft Engine Shampoo (CXC-66-A). • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is hot damage when cleaning the engine. 3.7L V6 ENGINE 299 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 300
substances on the vehicle's glass or the wiper blades may be the cause. These may include hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, water repellent Fluid [CXC-37-(A, B, D, or F)] in Canada, available from your authorized dealer. This 300 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 301
on interior surfaces. If a spill occurs, wipe off immediately. Damage may not be covered by your warranty. WARNING: Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of the airbag system. 301 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 302
(ZC-14). In Canada, use Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Cleaner vehicles equipped with seat-mounted airbags, do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents. Such products could contaminate the side-airbag system and affect performance of the side airbag in a collision. 302 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 303
Cloth (ZC-24) Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (U.S. only) (ZC-20) Motorcraft Engine Shampoo (Canada only) (CXC-66-A) Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-101) Motorcraft Premium Glass Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-100) 303 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 304
Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner (ZC-54) Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (U.S. only) (ZC-14) Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23) Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-93) Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37-A) 304 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 305
tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your authorized dealer can provide the necessary parts and service. Check your Warranty Guide to find out which parts and services are covered. Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts conforming - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 306
instrument panel near the steering column. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch using the handle that is located under the front passenger side of the hood. 3. Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it open. 306 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 307
reservoir 4. Battery 5. Power distribution box 6. Air filter assembly 7. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 8. Engine oil dipstick 9. Engine oil filler cap 10. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 307 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 308
Maintenance and Specifications 3.5L V6 EcoBoost™ engine 1 2 3 4 9 8 7 6 5 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Brake fluid reservoir 3. Battery 4. Power distribution dipstick 8. Engine oil filler cap 9. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 308 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 309
you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 40°F (5°C), use washer fluid with antifreeze protection. Failure to use washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could result in impaired windshield vision and increase the risk of injury or accident. 309 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 310
CHANGING THE vehicle is on level ground. 2. Turn the engine off and wait 15 minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan. 3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 310 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 311
6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it again. • If the oil dealer. 7. Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated. Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter. 311 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 312
WSS-M2C945-A. SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle's engine. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities later in this section for more information. 312 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 313
5L V6 EcoBoost engine Look for this certification trademark. Use SAE 5W-30 engine oil Only use oils "Certified For Gasoline Engines" by the American Petroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conforms to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel economy - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 314
oil filter is used that does not service. If your battery has a cover/shield, make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or replaced. For longer, trouble accessories or components added to the vehicle by the dealer or the owner 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 315
idle quality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle trim is eventually relearned. If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed, the clock and radio settings must be reset once the battery is reconnected. 315 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 316
300-ROB75240E available from your dealer. Ford does not recommend the use of hydrometers or coolant test level falls below, add coolant per the instructions in the Adding engine coolant section. Your vehicle was factory-filled with a 50/50 . 316 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 317
application). • Refer to scheduled maintenance information for service interval schedules. If the engine coolant has not do not use engine coolant/antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location. Adding 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 318
colors or types of coolant in your vehicle. Make sure the correct coolant is used. Mixing of engine coolants may harm your engine's cooling system. The use capacities in this chapter. Note: Do not use , to reach a vehicle service location. In this 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 319
use and adjust have your authorized dealer check the engine vehicle's cooling system can hold, refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined previously in the Adding engine coolant section. 319 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 320
cooling If the engine coolant supply is depleted, this feature allows the vehicle to be driven temporarily before incremental component damage is incurred. The "fail-safe" distance depends on ambient temperatures, vehicle load and terrain. 320 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 321
. • The service engine soon indicator dealer. 3. If this is not possible, wait a short period for the engine to cool. 4. Check the coolant level and replenish if low. WARNING: Fail-safe mode is for use during emergencies only. Operate the vehicle 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 322
benzene, which is a cancer-causing agent. Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel: • Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before refueling your vehicle. • Always turn off the vehicle before refueling. 322 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 323
under certain conditions. Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes. WARNING: The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce static electricity, which can cause a fire if fuel is pumped into an ungrounded fuel container. 323 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 324
filler door by pressing the center of the door about one inch from the door's rear edge. 3. Slowly insert the fuel filler nozzle fully into the fuel system, and leave the nozzle fully inserted until you are done pumping. Pump fuel as normal. 324 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 325
not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic compounds, including manganese-based additives. Note: Use of any fuel other than those recommended may cause powertrain damage, a loss of vehicle performance, and repairs may not be covered under warranty. 325 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 326
vehicle. Gasolines that meet the World-Wide Fuel Charter should be used when available. Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World-Wide Fuel Charter. Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated "cleaner-burning" gasolines to improve air quality. 326 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 327
push open the Easy Fuel system with foreign objects. This could damage the fuel system and its seal and cause injury to you or others. When filling the vehicle's fuel tank from a portable fuel container, use the funnel included with the vehicle. 327 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 328
000 km-5,000 km). Filling the tank The advertised fuel capacity of the fuel tank on your vehicle is equal to the rated refill capacity of the fuel tank as listed in the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section of this chapter. 328 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 329
reading. 5. Follow one of the simple calculations in order to determine fuel economy: Calculation 1: Divide total miles traveled by total gallons used. Calculation 2: Multiply liters used by 100, then divide by total kilometers traveled. 329 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 330
• Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size. • Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. 330 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 331
400 lb [180 kg] of weight carried). • Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy. • Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 332
illuminates, the OBD-II system has detected engine soon a malfunction. Temporary malfunctions may cause the service engine indicator to illuminate. Examples are: soon 1. The vehicle has run out of fuel-the engine may misfire or run poorly. 332 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 333
cranking the engine. If the service engine indicator blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not soon ready for I/M testing; if the service engine soon indicator stays on solid, it means that the vehicle is ready for I/M testing. 333 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 334
vehicle is still not ready for I/M testing, the above driving cycle will have to be repeated. POWER STEERING FLUID (EXCEPT ECOBOOST idles, turn the steering wheel left and right several capacities in this chapter for the proper fluid type. 334 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 335
: The dipstick cap and surrounding components may be hot; gloves are recommended. 1. Drive the vehicle 20 miles (30 km) or until it reaches normal operating temperature. 2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake. 335 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 336
engaged and your foot on the brake pedal, start the engine and move the vehicles equipped with the EcoBoost™ engine, do the following: A. Shut the engine off. B. Clean the area around the clamp that connects the air filter assembly to the rubber hose (1). 1 4 3 2 336 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 337
front of the vehicle seated grommets located underneath the air filter assembly. H. Rotate the air filter assembly 90 degrees counterclockwise and reinstall into the rubber hose. I. Tighten the clamp (1). J. The transmission fluid level indicator can now be accessed. 337 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 338
Step 6. 6. Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in the filler tube by turning it to the locked vehicle should be turned off until normal operating temperatures are reached. Depending on vehicle use, cooling times could take up to 30 minutes or longer. 338 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 339
. E. Tighten the clamp. F. Install and tighten two bolts that attach air filter assembly to the front of the vehicle. G. Install the bolt cover (if equipped). H. Reinstall the harness retaining clip into the front of the air filter assembly. 339 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 340
. Changing the air filter element 3.7L V6 engine 3.5L V6 EcoBoost engine 1. Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover. 2. Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing. 3. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing. 340 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 341
properly seated. 6. to use the vehicle thoroughly to remove dirt, grease, oil, tar or mud from exterior surfaces, rear-wheel housing and underside of front fenders. See the Cleaning chapter for more information. • Periodically wash vehicles stored in exposed locations. 341 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 342
your vehicle for more than 30 days without recharging the battery, it may be advisable to disconnect the battery cables to ensure battery charge is maintained for quick starting. Note: If battery cables are disconnected, it will be necessary to reset memory features. 342 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 343
(including coolant, oil and gas) to make sure there are no leaks, and fluids are at recommended levels. • If the battery was removed, clean the battery cable ends and inspect. If you have any concerns or issues, contact your authorized dealer. 343 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 344
spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle, such as Motorcraft or equivalent replacement parts. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used. 344 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 345
XG-4 or XL-5 or equivalent / ESA-M1C93-B XL-1 / None XT-10-QLV / MERCON LV 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Door latch, hood latch, auxiliary hood latch, seat tracks, trunk and liftgate latches - Lock cylinders Automatic transmission fluid (6F50) Automatic transmission fluid - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 346
346 Items Capacity Ford Part Number / Ford Specification 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) •XO-5W20-QSP (US) •XO-5W20-QFS (US) •CXO-5W20- LSP12 (Canada) •CXO-5W20-LFS12 (Canada) / WSS-M2C945-A and API Certification Mark Maintenance and Specifications Engine oil Ford Part Name - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 347
2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) 11.1 quarts (10.5L) Ford Part Name or equivalent Motorcraft Specialty Green Engine Coolant (dark green-colored) Engine coolant (3.5L V6 EcoBoost engine)4 11.4 quarts (10.8L) Ford Part Number / Ford Specification •VC-10-A2 (US) •CVC-10-A (Canada - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 348
348 Items Fuel tank 1 Capacity 19.0 gallons (71.9L) - - Ford Part Name or equivalent Ford Part Number / Ford Specification 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount may vary during fluid changes. Automatic - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 349
Cubic inches Fuel Firing order Spark plug gap Ignition system Compression ratio 3.7L V6 engine 3.5L V6 EcoBoost engine 226 engine (except vehicles with electric power assisted steering). 2. Long drivebelt is on second pulley groove farthest from engine. 349 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 350
to a vehicle and prescribe where the Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located. The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the structure (B-Pillar) by the trailing edge of the driver's door or the edge of the driver's door. 350 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 351
identifier 2. Brake system / Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint Devices and their location 3. Make, vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence number 351 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 352
Safety Compliance Certification Label. The following table tells you which transmission each code represents. Description 6-speed automatic transmission (6F50) 6-speed automatic transmission (6F55) Code J C 352 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 353
what accessories are available for your vehicle, please contact your dealer or visit our online store at: www.lincolnaccessories.com (U.S. only). Exterior style •Moon roof deflector •Side window deflector •Chrome wheels Interior style •All-weather floor mats •Carpeted floor mats •Ambient lighting - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 354
or electronic accessories or components that are added to the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the owner, may adversely affect battery performance and durability, and may also adversely affect the performance of other electrical systems in the vehicle. 354 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 355
Towing, flat-tire change and battery jump starts. • Out-of-fuel and lock-out assistance. • Travel expense reimbursement for lodging, meals and rental car. • Destination assistance for taxi, shuttle, rental car coverage and emergency transportation. 355 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 356
Ford Extended Service Plan that fits your driving lifestyle and budget. Interest free finance options available Take advantage of our installment payment plan, just a 10% down payment will provide you with an affordable no interest, no-fee payment opportunity. 356 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 357
Ford Extended Service Plan 357 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 358
local Ford of Canada dealer or www.ford.ca to find the Ford Extended Service Plan that is right for you. Note: Repairs performed outside of Canada and the United States are not eligible for Ford ESP coverage. This information is subject to change. 358 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 359
maintenance are kept with the vehicle and confirmation of the work performed is always recorded in this guide. Your dealer has factory-trained technicians who can perform the required maintenance using genuine Ford parts. They are committed to meeting your service needs and to assuring your - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 360
parts and service When planning your maintenance services, consider your dealership for all your vehicle's needs. There are a lot of reasons why visiting your dealership for all your service needs is a great way to help keep your vehicle running great. 360 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 361
the attention of your dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible for the proper service advice. The owner maintenance service checks are generally not covered by warranties so you may be charged for labor, parts or fluids used. 361 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 362
if necessary Parking brake for proper operation Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag, safety belt) for operation Washer spray/wiper operation; clean or replace blades as necessary 362 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 363
the overall condition of your vehicle. You'll know what's been checked, what's okay, as well as those things that may require future or immediate attention. The multi-point vehicle inspection is one more way to keep your vehicle running great! 363 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 364
Scheduled Maintenance 364 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 365
should be changed based on how your vehicles is used. By using several important factors in its calculations, the monitor helps reduce the cost of owning your vehicle and reduce environmental waste at the same time. This means you won't have to remember to change the oil on a mileage-based schedule - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 366
axle and U-joints; lubricate if equipped with grease fittings (AWD vehicles) Inspect half-shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect steering linkage change; refer to the Instrument Cluster chapter Do not exceed one year or 10,000 miles (16,000 km) between service intervals 366 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 367
2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Additional maintenance items1 Miles (x 1,000) 20 30 40 60 80 90 100 120 140 150 Kilometers (x 1,000) 32 48 64 96 128 144 160 192 225 240 Replace cabin air filter (if equipped Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped Replace engine air - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 368
#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: 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: 368 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 369
#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: 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: 369 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 370
#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: 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: 370 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 371
occasionally operate your vehicle under any of these conditions, it is not necessary to perform the additional maintenance. For specific recommendations, see your dealership service advisor or technician. Towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier As required Change engine oil and filter - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 372
idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances as in heavy commercial use (i.e. delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery) As required Change engine oil and filter as indicated by message center and perform services listed in the Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart Inspect frequently, Replace cabin - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 373
Oil Life Monitor™ after each engine oil and filter change; refer to the Instrument Cluster chapter 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 373 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 374
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or locations with similar climates must follow the oil change interval of 3,000 mile (4,800 km) if the owner is using oils defined by the American Petroleum Institute (API) performance category of API SK or earlier (for example SJ, etc). 376 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 377
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...232 Bulbs ...66 C Capacities for refilling fluids ...345 Cargo net ...99 CD ...32 Cell phone use ...8 Changing a tire ...274 Child safety seats ...173 attaching with tether straps ..179 in front seat ...173 in rear seat ...173 LATCH ...177 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 379
seats - booster seats ...182 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ...299 instrument panel ...301 interior ...302 plastic parts ...300 washing ...297 waxing ...298 wheels running out of fuel ...282, 327 Emission control system ...331 Engine ...349 379 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 380
...320 Fleet MyKey programming ...101 Floor mats ...98-99 Fluid capacities ...345 Fog lamps ...59 Four-Wheel Drive vehicles driving off road ...259 Fuel ...322 calculating fuel economy ...20, 328 cap ...324 capacity ...345 choosing the right fuel ...325 detergent in fuel ...326 filler funnel ...327 - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 381
panel, dimming ...63 interior lamps ...65, 67 LATCH anchors ...177 Lights, warning and indicator ...12 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...225 Load limits ...206 Locks autolock ...108 childproof ...111 doors ...107 Lubricant specifications ...345 Lug nuts ...281 Lumbar support, seats ...132 M Message center - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 382
334 fluid, refill capacity ...345 fluid, Guide Normal Scheduled Maintenance and Log ...365 Seats ...127 child safety seats ...173 climate control ...49, 52, 134 Cooled ...133 easy access/easyout feature ..136 front seats ...133 heated ...139 Heated and Cooled ...133 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 383
release ...116 Turn signal ...65 U Universal garage door opener ...94 USB port ...41 V Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...351 Vehicle loading ...206 Ventilating your vehicle ...222 W Warning lights (see Lights) ...12 Washer fluid ...309 383 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Lincoln MKS | Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 384
Index Water, Driving through ...264 Windows power ...76 Windshield washer fluid and wipers ...70 checking and adding fluid ...309 replacing wiper blades ...310 Wrecker towing ...286 384 2012 MKS (mks) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Introduction
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Instrument Cluster
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Warning lights and chimes
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Gauges
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Message center
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Entertainment Systems
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AM/FM stereo with CDX6/MP3
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Auxiliary input jack (Line in)
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USB port
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Satellite radio information
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Navigation system
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SYNC
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Climate Controls
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Dual automatic temperature control
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Navigation system based climate control
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Rear window defroster
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Lights
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Headlamps
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Turn signal control
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Bulb replacement
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Driver Controls
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Windshield wiper/washer control
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Steering wheel adjustment
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Power windows
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Mirrors
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Speed control
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Adaptive cruise control
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Moon roof
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Locks and Security
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Locks
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Anti-theft system
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Table of Contents
1
2012 MKS
(mks)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA
(fus)