2014 Lincoln MKX Owner Manual Printing 1 - Page 309

308 Wheels and Tires WARNING: Always use the jack provided as original equipment with your vehicle. If using a jack other than the one provided as original equipment with your vehicle, make sure the jack capacity is adequate for the vehicle weight, including any vehicle cargo or modifications. Note: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked. 1. Park on a level surface, set the parking brake and activate the hazard flashers. 2. Place the transmission selector lever in position P and turn the engine off. 3. Lift the carpeted load floor panel located in the rear of the vehicle. 4. Remove the spare tire cover and foam spacer (if equipped). 5. Remove the wing nut securing the spare tire by turning it counterclockwise. 6. Remove the washer, temporary spare and jack assembly from the cargo area 7. Block the diagonally opposite wheel. 8. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground. 2014 MKX (mkx) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing, November 2013 USA (fus)