2013 Lincoln MKZ Owner Manual Printing 2 - Page 278

Maintenance 4. Remove two bolts that attach the air filter assembly to the front of the vehicle (B). 5. Loosen the clamp holding the air filter assembly to the rubber hose (A). 6. Remove the harness retaining clip by pulling up (C). Do not disconnect the sensor (D). 7. Without disconnecting the sensor (D), pull the air filter assembly up to disconnect the air filter assembly from the seated grommets located underneath the air filter assembly. Checking the fluid level Low fluid level E158842 If the fluid level is below the MIN range of the dipstick, add fluid to reach the hash mark level. Note: If the fluid level is below the MIN level, do not drive the vehicle. An underfill condition may cause shift or engagement concerns or possible damage. Correct fluid level E158841 8. Rotate the air filter assembly 90 degrees counterclockwise and reinstall into the rubber hose. 9. Tighten the clamp (A). 10. The transmission fluid level indicator can now be accessed. E158843 The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating temperature 180°F-200°F (82°C-93°C) on a level surface. The normal operating temperature can be reached after approximately 20 miles (30 kilometers) of driving. The transmission fluid level should be targeted within the cross-hatch area if at normal operating temperature 180°F-200°F (82°C-93°C). 276 MKZ (CC9)