Lincoln MKZ Hybrid (2019 year). Manual - part 20

ADJUSTING THE HEADLAMPS

Vertical Aim Adjustment

The headlamps on your vehicle are properly
aimed at the assembly plant. If your vehicle
has been in an accident, the alignment of
your headlamps should be checked by your
authorized dealer.

Headlamp Aiming Target

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8 feet (2.4 meters)

A

Center height of lamp to ground

B

25 feet (7.6 meters)

C

Horizontal reference line

D

Vertical Aim Adjustment Procedure

1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall

or screen on a level surface,
approximately 25 ft (7.6 m) away.

2. Measure the height of the headlamp bulb

center from the ground and mark an 8 ft
(2.4 m) horizontal reference line on the
vertical wall or screen at this height.

Note: To see a clearer light pattern for
adjusting, you may want to block the light
from one headlamp while adjusting the
other.

3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to

illuminate the wall or screen and open
the hood.

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4. On the wall or screen you will observe a

flat zone of high intensity light located at
the top of the right hand portion of the
beam pattern. If the top edge of the high
intensity light zone is not at the horizontal
reference line, the headlamp will need
to be adjusted.

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5. Locate the vertical adjuster on each

headlamp.  Using a Phillips #2
screwdriver, turn the adjuster either
clockwise or counterclockwise in order
to adjust the vertical aim of the
headlamp.  The horizontal edge of the
brighter light should touch the horizontal
reference line.

6. Close the hood and turn off the lamps.

Horizontal Aim Adjustment

The horizontal aim does not require any
adjustment for this vehicle. If a fault occurs,
have the system checked by an authorized
dealer.

CHANGING A BULB

Replacing Bulbs

For replacing bulbs, see your authorized
dealer.

CHANGING THE ENGINE AIR
FILTER

WARNING: To reduce the risk of

vehicle damage and/or personal burn injuries
do not start your engine with the air cleaner
removed and do not remove it while the
engine is running.

When changing the air filter element, use
only the air filter element listed.  See
Capacities and Specifications (page 353).

Change the air filter element at the proper
interval.  See Scheduled Maintenance (page
486).

Note: Failure to use the correct air filter
element may result in severe engine
damage. The customer warranty may be
void for any damage to the engine if the
correct air filter element is not used.

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1. Loosen the 5 bolts on the air cleaner

cover.

2. Remove the air cleaner cover.
3. Remove the engine air filter element from

the engine air cleaner assembly.

4. Wipe any dirt or debris from the air filter

housing and cover to make sure no dirt
gets in the engine and to make sure you
have a good seal.

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5. Install the new engine air filter element

to the engine air cleaner assembly.

6. Install the air cleaner cover.
7. Tighten the 5 bolts to the air cleaner

cover.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Your dealer has many quality products
available to clean your vehicle and protect
its finishes.

CLEANING PRODUCTS

Materials

For best results, use the following products
or products of equivalent quality:

Specification

Name

Motorcraft® Bug and Tar Remover, ZC-42 (U.S. & Canada)

ESR-M5B194-B

Motorcraft® Custom Bright Metal Cleaner, ZC-15 (U.S. & Canada)

ESR-M14P4-A

Motorcraft® Detail Wash, ZC-3-A (U.S. & Canada)

ESR-M14P3-A

Motorcraft® Engine Shampoo and Degreaser, ZC-20 (U.S.)

Motorcraft® Engine Shampoo, CXC-66-A (Canada)

Motorcraft® Premium Leather and Vinyl Cleaner, ZC-56 (U.S. & Canada)

Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Cleaner, CXC-101 (Canada)

WSS-M14P19-A

Motorcraft® Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate with Bitterant, ZC-32-B2 (U.S.)

WSS-M14P19-A

Motorcraft® Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid, CXC-37-A/B/D/F (Canada)

Motorcraft® Professional Strength Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner, ZC-54 (U.S. & Canada)

ESR-M14P5-A

Motorcraft® Premium Glass Cleaner, CXC-100 (Canada)

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Specification

Name

Motorcraft® Spot and Stain Remover, ZC-14 (U.S.)

ESR-M14P5-A

Motorcraft® Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner, ZC-23 (U.S.)

Motorcraft® Wheel and Tire Cleaner, ZC-37-A (U.S. & Canada)

CLEANING THE EXTERIOR

Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or
lukewarm water and a neutral pH shampoo,
we recommend Motorcraft Detail Wash.

•

Never use strong household detergents
or soap, for example dish washing or
laundry liquid. These products can
discolor and spot painted surfaces.

•

Never wash your vehicle when it is hot
to the touch, or during strong or direct
sunlight.

•

Dry your vehicle with a chamois or soft
terry cloth towel to eliminate water
spotting.

•

Immediately remove fuel spillages, bird
droppings, insect deposits and road tar.
These may cause damage to your
vehicle’s paintwork or trim over time. We
recommend Motorcraft Bug and Tar
Remover.

•

Remove any exterior accessories, for
example antennas, before entering a car
wash.

•

When filling with AdBlue®, remove any
residue on painted surfaces immediately.

Note: Suntan lotions and insect repellents
can damage painted surfaces. If these
substances come in contact with your
vehicle, wash the affected area as soon as
possible.

Cleaning the Headlamps

Note: Do not scrape the headlamp lenses
or use abrasives, alcoholic solvents or
chemical solvents to clean them.

Note: Do not wipe the headlamps when they
are dry.

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Exterior Chrome Parts

•

Apply a high quality-cleaning product to
bumpers and other chrome parts. Follow
the manufacturer’s instructions. We
recommend Motorcraft Custom Bright
Metal Cleaner.

•

Do not apply the cleaning product to hot
surfaces. Do not leave the cleaning
product on chrome surfaces longer than
the time recommended.

•

Using non-recommended cleaners can
result in severe and permanent cosmetic
damage.

Note: Never use abrasive materials, for
example steel wool or plastic pads as they
can scratch the chrome surface.

Note: Do not use chrome cleaner, metal
cleaner or polish on wheels or wheel covers.

Exterior Plastic Parts

For routine cleaning we recommend
Motorcraft Detail Wash. If tar or grease spots
are present, we recommend Motorcraft Bug
and Tar Remover.

Stripes or Graphics

 (If Equipped)

Hand washing your vehicle is preferred
however, pressure washing may be used
under the following conditions:

•

Do not use water pressure higher than
2,000 psi (14,000 kPa).

•

Do not use water hotter than 179°F (82°C).

•

Use a spray with a 40° wide spray angle
pattern.

•

Keep the nozzle at a 12 in (305 mm)
distance and 90° angle to your vehicle's
surface.

Note: Holding the pressure washer nozzle
at an angle to the vehicle's surface may
damage graphics and cause the edges to
peel away from the vehicle's surface.

Underbody

Regularly clean the underside of your vehicle
using water. Keep body and door drain holes
free of debris or foreign material.

Under Hood

For removing black rubber marks from under
the hood we recommend Motorcraft Wheel
and Tire Cleaner or Motorcraft Bug and Tar
Remover.

WAXING

Regular waxing is necessary to protect your
car's paint from the elements. We
recommend that you wash and wax the
painted surface once or twice a year.

When washing and waxing, park your vehicle
in a shaded area out of direct sunlight.
Always wash your vehicle before applying
wax.

•

Use a quality wax that does not contain
abrasives.

•

Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to
apply and remove the wax.

•

Apply a small amount of wax in a
back-and-forth motion, not in circles.

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Do not allow wax to come in contact with
any non-body (low-gloss black) colored
trim. The wax will discolor or stain the
parts over time.
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Roof racks.

•

Bumpers.

•

Grained door handles.

•

Side moldings.

•

Mirror housings.

•

Windshield cowl area.

•

Do not apply wax to glass areas.

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After waxing, your car's paint should feel
smooth, and be free of streaks and
smudges.

CLEANING THE ENGINE

Engines are more efficient when they are
clean because grease and dirt buildup keep
the engine warmer than normal.

When washing:
•

Take care when using a power washer
to clean the engine. The high-pressure
fluid could penetrate the sealed parts
and cause damage.

•

Do not spray a hot engine with cold water
to avoid cracking the engine block or
other engine components.

•

Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and
Degreaser on all parts that require
cleaning and pressure rinse clean. In
Canada, use Motorcraft Engine Shampoo.

•

Never wash or rinse the engine while it
is hot or running; water in the running
engine may cause internal damage.

•

Never wash or rinse any ignition coil,
spark plug wire or spark plug well, or the
area in and around these locations.

•

Cover the battery, power distribution box,
and air filter assembly to prevent water
damage when cleaning the engine.

CLEANING THE WINDOWS AND
WIPER BLADES

Car wash chemicals and environmental
fallout can result in windshield and wiper
blade contamination. Dirty windshield and
wipers will result in poor windshield wiper
operation. Keep the windshield and wiper
blades clean to maintain windshield wiper
performance.

To clean the windshield and wiper blades:
•

Clean the windshield with a non-abrasive
glass cleaner. When cleaning the interior
of the windshield, avoid getting any glass
cleaner on the instrument panel or door
panels. Wipe any glass cleaner off these
surfaces immediately.

•

For windshields contaminated with tree
sap, chemicals, wax or bugs, clean the
entire windshield using steel wool (no
greater than 0000 grade) in a circular
motion and rinse with water.

•

Clean the wiper blades with isopropyl
rubbing alcohol or windshield washer
concentrate.

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Note:  Do not use razor blades or other
sharp objects to clean or remove decals from
the inside of the heated rear window.  The
vehicle warranty does not cover damage
caused to the heated rear window grid lines.

CLEANING THE INTERIOR

WARNING: Do not use cleaning

solvents, bleach or dye on the vehicle’s
safety belts, as these actions may weaken
the belt webbing.

WARNING: On 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.

Note: Follow the same procedure for
cleaning leather seats when cleaning leather
interior.  See Cleaning Leather Seats (page
320).

Note: Do not use household cleaning
products or glass cleaners, which can stain
and discolor the fabric and affect the flame
retardant abilities of the seat materials.

For fabric, carpets, cloth seats, safety belts
and seats equipped with side airbags:
•

Remove dust and loose dirt with a
vacuum cleaner.

•

Remove light stains and soil with
Motorcraft Professional Strength Carpet
& Upholstery Cleaner.

For grease or tar stains:
•

Spot clean the area with Motorcraft Spot
and Stain Remover (Motorcraft
Multi-Purpose Cleaner in Canada).

•

If a ring forms on the fabric after spot
cleaning, clean the entire area
immediately (but do not oversaturate) or
the ring will set.

Cleaning Alcantara Microfiber Cloth
Fabric

 (If Equipped)

Note: Alcantara microfiber cloth fabric is
made of polyester microfiber with
micro-porous polyurethane. Using
commercially available fabric cleaners can
cause permanent damage.

Note: Do not use commercially available
leather and vinyl cleaning products on
Alcantara microfiber cloth fabric.

Note: Some vehicles may have Alcantara
microfiber cloth fabric on the seats,
headliner, floor mats and door panels.

Depending on the type of stain, use water,
lemon juice or pure ethyl alcohol when
cleaning. For cleaning Alcantara microfiber
cloth, refer to the following chart:

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Cleaning Procedure

Type of Stain

Use lukewarm water and rinse by dabbing with clean water.

Fruit juice, jam, jelly, syrup or ketchup.

Use cold water and rinse by dabbing with clean water. Avoid warm
water because it makes these substances coagulate.

Blood, egg, excrement or urine.

Use lukewarm water. If the color remains, treat with lemon juice and
then rinse.

Liquor, alcoholic beverages, wine, beer, cola and tea.

Use lukewarm water and rinse by dabbing with clean water.

Indelible pencil, cocoa, chocolate, pastry with cream or chocolate, ice
cream or mustard.

Use lemon juice, wipe with lukewarm water and rinse by dabbing with
clean water.

Vinegar, hair gel, tomato sauce or coffee with sugar.

Use ethyl alcohol, then dab with water.

Dye transfer and all other stains.

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CLEANING THE INSTRUMENT
PANEL AND INSTRUMENT
CLUSTER LENS

WARNING: Do not use chemical

solvents or strong detergents when cleaning
the steering wheel or instrument panel to
avoid contamination of the airbag system.

Note: Follow the same procedure as
cleaning leather seats for cleaning leather
instrument panels and leather interior trim
surfaces.  See Cleaning Leather Seats (page
320).

Clean the instrument panel and cluster lens
with a clean, damp and soft cloth, then use
a clean, dry and soft cloth to dry these areas.

•

Avoid cleaners or polishes that increase
the gloss of the upper portion of the
instrument panel. The dull finish in this
area helps protect you from undesirable
windshield reflection.

•

Do not use any household cleaning
products or glass cleaners as these may
damage the finish of the instrument
panel, interior trim and cluster lens.

•

Wash or wipe your hands clean if you
have been in contact with certain
products such as insect repellent and
suntan lotion to avoid possible damage
to the interior painted surfaces.

•

Do not allow air fresheners and hand
sanitizers to spill onto interior surfaces.
If a spill occurs, wipe off immediately.
Your warranty may not cover these
damages.

If a staining liquid like coffee or juice has
been spilled on the instrument panel or on
interior trim surfaces:

1. Wipe up spilled liquid using a clean, soft

cloth as quickly as possible.

2. Use Motorcraft Premium Leather and

Vinyl Cleaner or a commercially available
leather cleaning product for automotive
interiors. Test any cleaner or stain
remover on an inconspicuous area.

3. Alternatively, wipe the surface with a

clean, soft cloth and a mild soap and
water solution. Dry the area with a clean,
soft cloth.

4. If necessary, apply more soap and water

solution or cleaning product to a clean,
soft cloth and press it onto the soiled
area. Allow this to set at room
temperature for 30 minutes.

5. Remove the soaked cloth, then with a

clean, damp cloth, use a rubbing motion
for 60 seconds on the soiled area.

6. Dry the area with a clean, soft cloth.

CLEANING LEATHER SEATS

Note: Follow the same procedure as
cleaning leather seats for cleaning leather
instrument panels and leather interior trim
surfaces.

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For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with
a soft, damp cloth and a mild soap and water
solution.  Dry the area with a clean, soft cloth.

Note: Test any cleaner or stain remover on
an inconspicuous area.

You should:
•

Remove dust and loose dirt with a
vacuum cleaner.

•

Clean and treat spills and stains as soon
as possible.

Do not use the following products as these
may damage the leather:
•

Oil and petroleum or silicone-based
leather conditioners.

•

Household cleaners.

•

Alcohol solutions.

•

Solvents or cleaners intended specifically
for rubber, vinyl and plastics.

REPAIRING MINOR PAINT
DAMAGE

Authorized dealers have touch-up paint to
match your vehicle’s color. Your vehicle color
code is printed on a sticker on the front,
left-hand side door jamb. Take your color
code to your authorized dealer to make sure
you get the correct color.

Before repairing minor paint damage, use a
cleaner such as Motorcraft Bug and Tar
Remover to remove particles such as bird
droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tar
spots, road salt and industrial fallout.

Always read the instructions before using
cleaning products.

CLEANING THE WHEELS

1. Regularly clean them with a wheel

cleaner. We recommend that you use an
approved wheel cleaner if available.

2. Remove dirt and brake dust with a

sponge.

3. Remove tar and grease with a bug and

tar remover. We recommend that you use
an approved bug and tar remover if
available.

4. Thoroughly rinse the wheels with water

after cleaning.

If you intend on parking your vehicle for an
extended period after cleaning the wheels
with a wheel cleaner, drive your vehicle for
a few minutes before doing so. This reduces
the risk of corrosion of the brake discs, brake
pads and linings.

Do not clean the wheels when they are hot.

Note:  Some car washes could damage
wheel rims and covers.

Note:  Using non-recommended cleaners,
harsh cleaning products, chrome wheel
cleaners or abrasive materials could
damage wheel rims and covers.

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VEHICLE STORAGE

If you plan on storing your vehicle for 30
days or more, read the following
maintenance recommendations to make sure
your vehicle stays in good operating
condition.

We engineer and test all motor vehicles and
their components for reliable, regular driving.
Under various conditions, long-term storage
may lead to degraded engine performance
or failure unless you use specific precautions
to preserve engine components.

General

•

Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilated
place.

•

Protect from sunlight, if possible.

•

If vehicles are stored outside, they
require regular maintenance to protect
against rust and damage.

Body

•

Wash your vehicle thoroughly to remove
dirt, grease, oil, tar or mud from exterior
surfaces, rear-wheel housing and the
underside of front fenders.

•

Periodically wash your vehicle if it is
stored in exposed locations.

•

Touch-up exposed or primed metal to
prevent rust.

•

Cover chrome and stainless steel parts
with a thick coat of auto wax to prevent
discoloration. Re-wax as necessary when
you wash your vehicle.

•

Lubricate all hood, door and luggage
compartment hinges and latches with a
light grade oil.

•

Cover interior trim to prevent fading.

•

Keep all rubber parts free from oil and
solvents.

Engine

•

Change the engine oil and filter prior to
storage because used engine oil contains
contaminates which may cause engine
damage.

•

Start the engine every 15 days for a
minimum of 15 minutes. Run at fast idle
with the climate controls set to defrost
until the engine reaches normal
operating temperature.

•

With your foot on the brake, shift through
all the gears while the engine is running.

•

We recommend that you change the
engine oil before you use your vehicle
again.

Fuel system

•

Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the fuel
pump nozzle.

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Cooling system

•

Protect against freezing temperatures.

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When removing your vehicle from
storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm that there are no cooling system
leaks and that fluid is at the
recommended level.

Battery

•

Check and recharge as necessary. Keep
connections clean.

•

If storing your vehicle for more than 30
days without recharging the battery, we
recommend that you disconnect the
battery cables to maintain battery charge
for quick starting.

Note: It is necessary to reset memory
features if battery cables are disconnected.

Brakes

•

Make sure the brakes and parking brake
release fully.

Tires

•

Maintain recommended air pressure.

Miscellaneous

•

Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and
pins under your vehicle are covered with
grease to prevent rust.

•

Move vehicles at least 25 ft (7.5 m) every
15 days to lubricate working parts and
prevent corrosion.

Removing Vehicle From Storage

When your vehicle is ready to come out of
storage, do the following:
•

Wash your vehicle to remove any dirt or
grease film build-up on window surfaces.

•

Check windshield wipers for any
deterioration.

•

Check under the hood for any foreign
material that may have collected during
storage such as mice or squirrel nests.

•

Check the exhaust for any foreign
material that may have collected during
storage.

•

Check tire pressures and set tire inflation
per the Tire Label.

•

Check brake pedal operation. Drive your
vehicle 15 ft (4.5 m) back and forth to
remove rust build-up.

•

Check fluid levels (including coolant, oil
and gas) to make sure there are no leaks,
and fluids are at recommended levels.

•

If you remove the battery, clean the
battery cable ends and check for
damage.

Contact an authorized dealer if you have any
concerns or issues.

BODY STYLING KITS

The distance between the underside of your
vehicle and the ground is less than that of
other models.  Drive with extreme care to
avoid damage to your vehicle.

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TIRE SEALANT AND INFLATOR KIT

Note: The temporary mobility kit (TMK)
contains enough sealant compound for one
tire repair. See your authorized dealer for
replacement sealant bottles after the TMK
is used. Only use the kit supplied with your
vehicle.

Note: The kit may be used as an air
compressor for tire inflation maintenance by
turning the selector switch to the Air position.

Your TMK is located under the load floor in
the trunk. The TMK consists of an air
compressor to re-inflate the tire with a bottle
of sealing compound that seals punctures
caused by most nails or similar objects. This
kit provides a temporary tire repair allowing
you to drive your vehicle up to 120 mi
(200 km) at a maximum speed of 50 mph
(80 km/h) to reach a tire service location.

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Air compressor (inside)

A

Selector switch

B

On and off button

C

Air pressure gauge

D

Sealant bottle

E

Dual purpose hose: air and repair

F

Tire valve connector

G

Accessory power plug

H

Casing/housing

I

Bike/raft/sports ball adapters

J

Pressure release valve

K

General Information

WARNING: Failure to follow these

guidelines could result in an increased risk
of loss of vehicle control, injury or death.

Note: Do not use the kit if a tire has become
severely damaged. Only punctures located
within the tire tread can be sealed with the
kit.

Do not attempt to repair punctures larger
than ¼ inch (6 millimeters) or damage to the
tire's sidewall. The tire may not seal.

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Wheels and Tires

Loss of air pressure may adversely affect tire
performance. For this reason:

Note: Do not drive the vehicle above 50 mph
(80 km/h).

Note: Do not drive further than 120 mi
(200 km). Drive only to the closest authorized
Lincoln dealer or tire repair shop to have
your tire inspected.

•

Drive carefully and avoid abrupt steering
maneuvers.

•

Periodically monitor tire inflation pressure
in the affected tire; if the tire is losing
pressure, have the vehicle towed.

•

Read the information in the Tips for Use
of the Kit section to make sure safe
operation of the kit and your vehicle.

Tips for Use of your TMK

To ensure safe operation of the TMK:

•

Read all instructions and cautions fully.

•

Do not remove any foreign objects, such
as nails or screws, from the tire.

•

Before operating the kit, make sure your
vehicle is safely off the road and away
from moving traffic. Turn on the hazard
lights.

•

Always set the parking brake to ensure
the vehicle doesn't move unexpectedly.

•

When using the kit, leave the engine
running (only if the vehicle is outdoors or
in a well-ventilated area) so the
compressor does not drain the vehicle's
battery.

•

Do not allow the compressor to operate
continuously for more than 15 minutes.
This helps prevent the compressor from
overheating.

•

Never leave the kit unattended during
operation.

•

Sealant compound contains latex. Those
with latex sensitivities should use
appropriate precautions to avoid an
allergic reaction.

•

Keep the kit away from children.

•

Only use the kit when the ambient
temperature is between -22°F (-30°C) and
158°F (70°C).

•

Only use the sealing compound before
the use-by date. The use-by date is on a
label on the sealant bottle and can be
seen through the rectangular viewing
window on the bottom of the compressor
housing. Check the use-by date regularly
and replace the bottle when the fluid has
expired.

•

Do not store the kit unsecured inside the
passenger compartment of the vehicle
as it may cause injury during a sudden
stop or crash. Always store the kit in its
original location.

•

After sealant use, the tire pressure
monitoring system sensor and valve stem
on the wheel must be replaced by an
authorized Lincoln dealer.

•

Operating the kit could cause an
electrical disturbance in radio, CD, and
DVD player operation.

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* When inflation only is required for
a tire or other objects, the selector
must be in the Air position.

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Wheels and Tires

What to do when a Tire Is Punctured

A tire puncture within the tire's tread area
can be repaired in two stages with the kit:

•

In the first stage, the tire is reinflated with
a sealing compound and air. After the tire
has been inflated, you need to drive the
vehicle about 3.7 mi (6 km) to distribute
the sealant in the tire.

•

In the second stage, you need to check
the tire pressure and adjust, if necessary,
to the vehicle's specified tire inflation
pressure.

First Stage: Reinflating the Tire with
Sealing Compound and Air

WARNING: Do not stand directly

beside the tire while the compressor is
operating. This could cause personal injury
if the tire bursts.

Note: If the tire does not inflate to the
recommended tire pressure within 15
minutes, stop and call roadside assistance.

WARNING: Watch the sidewall of the

tire when inflating. If any cracks, bumps or
similar damage appears, switch the
compressor off and let the air out by means
of the pressure relief valve. Do not continue
driving with this tire. This could cause loss
of vehicle control.

WARNING: Do not run the engine

when operating the air compressor unless
the vehicle is outdoors or in a well-ventilated
area.

Preparation: Park the vehicle in a safe, level
and secure area, away from moving traffic.

Turn the hazard lights on. Apply the parking
brake and turn the engine off. Inspect the
flat tire for visible damage.

Sealant compound contains latex. Use
appropriate precautions to avoid any allergic
reactions.

Do not remove any foreign object that has
pierced the tire. If a puncture is located in
the tire sidewall, stop and call roadside
assistance.

1. Remove the valve cap from the tire valve.

2. Unwrap the dual purpose hose (black

tube) from the back of the compressor
housing.

3. Fasten the hose to the tire valve by

turning the connector clockwise. Tighten
the connection securely.

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MKZ Hybrid (CC9) Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV), Canada/United States of America, enUSA, Edition date: 201805, First-Printing

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