Page 1 Navigation system based climate control Rear window defroster Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Moon roof 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Table of Contents...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Reverse sensing system Rear-view camera system Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher control Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Wheel lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Ford Motor Company. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2008 Ford Motor Company 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Table of Contents...
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Lincoln. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it.
Page 5 In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Introduction...
Page 6 Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury. WARNING: Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger airbag. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 7 • how far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or the brake pedal; • how fast the vehicle was traveling; and • where the driver was positioning the steering wheel. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 8 The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle. Only use cell phones and other devices not essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 9 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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 10 Brake Fluid - Non-Petroleum Based Stability Control System Master Lighting Switch Fog Lamps-Front Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) See Owner’s Guide Airbag - Front Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Parking Brake System...
Page 11 Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Power Steering Fluid Service Engine Soon Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check Fuel Cap 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Introduction Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Engine Oil Engine Coolant...
Page 12: Instrument Cluster
However, if after 15 seconds the service engine soon 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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 13 Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Instrument Cluster BRAKE...
Page 14 Low fuel (RTT): Illuminates in the message center when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near empty. Refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 15 (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is engaged. Turns off when the speed control system is disengaged. Anti-theft system: Flashes when the SecuriLock™ Passive Anti-theft System has been activated. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 16 Memory seat feedback chime: Sounds when saving/deleting memory positions for seats, mirrors, etc. Perimeter alarm warning chime: Sounds when using a key to unlock the driver’s doors and the perimeter alarm is armed. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 17: Gauges
WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Instrument Cluster...
Page 18: Message Center
MESSAGE CENTER With the ignition in the on position, the message center, located on your instrument cluster, displays important vehicle information through a constant monitor of vehicle systems. You may select 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 19 (16 km) and 0 miles (0 km) miles to empty. DTE is calculated using a running average fuel economy, which is based on your recent driving history of 500 miles (800 km). This value is not 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 20 Your vehicle must be moving to calculate instantaneous fuel economy. When your vehicle is not moving, this function shows , one or no bars illuminated. Instantaneous fuel economy cannot be reset. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 21 Pressing the RESET control cycles the message center through each of the systems being monitored. Some monitored systems show a message only if a warning is present. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 22 Note: Oil life start value of 100% equals 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 12 months. For example, setting oil life start value to 60% sets the oil life start value to 4,500 miles (7,200 km) and 219 days. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 23 1. To disable/enable the autounlock feature, select this function from the SETUP control for the current display mode. 2. Press the RESET control switch to turn the autounlock on or off. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 24 SETUP menu to disable the reverse sensing system feature. 2. Press the RESET control to turn the rear park assist off. When R (Reverse) gear is selected, PARK AID OFF will be displayed. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 25 CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM — Displayed when the brake system needs servicing. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 26 Loading chapter. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. TRUNK AJAR — Displayed when the trunk is not completely closed. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 27 VEHICLE COMING FROM RIGHT (if equipped) — Displayed when the blind spot information system with cross traffic alert (CTA) system is operating and senses a vehicle. See Blind spot information system in the Driver controls chapter. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 28 INTKEY COULD NOT PROGRAM — Displayed when an attempt is made to program an invalid key or more than the maximum number of integrated keys allowed. For more information on integrated key, refer to Locks and Security chapter. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 29: Entertainment Systems
AUDIO SYSTEMS AM/FM in-dash CD6/MP3 satellite compatible Lincoln premium sound/THX audio system WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road.
Page 30 RDS Radio Available only in FM mode. This feature allows you to search RDS-equipped stations for a certain category of music format: CLASSIC, COUNTRY, JAZZ/RB, ROCK, etc. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 31 To choose one of the loaded CDs to play, press the number preset buttons (1–6) to choose the desired disc. OK (Play/Pause): Press to play/pause a track when playing a CD. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 32 Otherwise, random play will begin when the current track is finished playing. The system will only shuffle the currently playing disc. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) . The system will eject...
Page 33 (CAT) will illuminate in the display when a specific category is selected (the icon will not illuminate during CATEGORY ALL). If no category has ever been selected, NO CATEGORY SELECTED will display. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 34 RETURN or CANCEL. Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO SONGS. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) to cycle through the saved titles. to cycle through the saved songs. When...
Page 35 Sound Adjustments Press SOUND repeatedly to cycle through the following features: BASS: Press SEEK to adjust the level of bass. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Entertainment Systems SEEK to scroll through the following...
Page 36 OK. For further information, refer to SYNC information included with your vehicle for further information. (Phone): Press to access SYNC PHONE features. For further information, please refer toSYNC information included with your vehicle for further information. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 37: Auxiliary Input Jack (Line In)
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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Entertainment Systems...
Page 38: Usb Port
The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle. Only use cell phones and other devices not essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 39 • Station overload: When you pass a broadcast tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequency is displayed. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Entertainment Systems...
Page 40: Satellite Radio Information
• Antenna Obstructions: For optimal reception performance, keep the antenna clear of snow and ice build-up and keep luggage and other material as far away from the antenna as possible. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 41 You will need this number when communicating with SIRIUS. While in Satellite Radio mode, you can view this number on the radio display by pressing the SIRIUS button for greater than 2 seconds. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Entertainment Systems...
Page 42 Subscription not available for this NO TEXT Artist information not NO TEXT Song title information not available. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Action Required No action required. This message should disappear shortly. If this message does not clear within a short present.
Page 43 SUB UPDATE Satellite service subscription has been updated by SIRIUS Satellite Radio 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Entertainment Systems Action Required Category information not available at this time on this channel.
Page 44: Navigation System
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). 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 45: Climate Controls
: Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents, de-mister vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging. • : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Climate Controls...
Page 46 Restraints chapter for more information. Passenger cooled seat: Press to control the passenger cooled seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) (defrost) (panel) or (panel/floor).
Page 47 This button will also activate/deactivate the heated mirrors. Refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter for more information. – Fan speed control: Press to decrease the fan speed. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Climate Controls...
Page 48 A/C engages automatically in MAX A/C, (defrost) (floor/defrost). 4. Passenger temperature: Press to activate separate passenger temperature control to increase/decrease the air temperature on the passenger side of the vehicle. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 49 The climate status in the touchscreen will also be turned off. Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and demister vents. Can be used to clear the windshield 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 50 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 the Max A/C button again for normal A/C operation. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 51 (panel) or (panel/floor). 3. Select (recirculated air) to provide colder airflow. 4. Set the temperature to 60°F (16°C). 5. Set highest fan speed initially, then adjust to maintain comfort. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Climate Controls...
Page 52: Rear Window Defroster
This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and will not be covered by your warranty. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 53: Lights
If the windshield wipers are turned on (for a fixed period of time), the exterior lamps will turn on with the headlamp control in the Autolamp position. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 54 • the ignition must be in the on position, • the headlamp control is in the off, autolamps or parking lamp position • the transmission must be out of the P (Park) position. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 55 • Tap the top or bottom of the control to brighten/dim all interior lit components incrementally, or 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Lights...
Page 56 3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and open the hood. To see a clearer light pattern for adjusting, you may want to block the light from one headlamp while adjusting the other. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 57: Turn Signal Control
HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND IS NON-ADJUSTABLE. TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to activate the left turn signal. • Push up to activate the right turn signal. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Lights...
Page 58 Press this switch to change intensity. The lights come on whenever the ignition is in either the on or accessory position. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 59: Bulb Replacement
Lights Welcome and farewell lighting are included in the Lincoln white signature color. The transition from signature color to ambient occurs when the key is placed in the ignition and all doors are closed. Farewell lighting occurs when the key is removed from the ignition and the driver door is opened.
Page 60 To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer. * To replace these lamps - see your authorized dealer. Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Trade...
Page 61 1. Turn the steering wheel all the way to the left. 2. Remove the press pins located in the wheel well and pull the tire splash shield back. 3. Reaching through the wheel well, remove the rubber headlamp bulb access cover. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 62 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position, then open the hood. 2. At the wheel well, remove the press pins from the splash shield, then pull the splash shield back to gain access to the bulbs. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 63 4. Carefully pull bulb straight out of the socket 5. Install the new bulb socket into the lamp assembly by aligning the indexing fingers, then rotate clockwise to the locked position. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 64 6. Reach over the front bolster to access the bulb. 7. Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise, then pull it straight out of the lamp assembly. Reverse these steps to complete the process. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 65 7. Carefully push the trunk side panel (dark grey, soft wheelhouse side trim panel) back to the shingle position to the luggage scuff plate (hard molding). 8. Reinstall the trunk floor carpeting panel. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 66 4. Pull the bulb straight from the socket and push in the new bulb. 5. Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly by rotating it clockwise. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 67 3. Rotate the harness/bulb assembly counterclockwise to remove from the fog lamp. 4. Carefully disconnect the bulb from the harness assembly via the two snap clips. Install the new bulb in reverse order. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 68: Driver Controls
Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield, always use the windshield washer. In freezing weather, be sure the wiper blades are not frozen to the windshield before operating the wipers. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 69 WARNING: Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamps. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 70 Refer to Compass zone adjustment. Most geographic areas (zones) have a magnetic north compass point that varies slightly from the northerly direction on maps. This variation is four 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 71 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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driver Controls 7 8 9 1011...
Page 72 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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 73: Power Windows
POWER WINDOWS WARNING: Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let children play with the power windows. They may seriously injure themselves. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 74 Opening front windows and moon roof Note: This feature is configured on, to turn this feature on or off contact your authorized dealer. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 75 With accessory delay, the window switches, audio system, and moon roof (if equipped) may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned off or until either front door is opened. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 76: Mirrors
(R) reverse. Refer to the Driving chapter. EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power side view mirrors WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 77: Speed Control
With speed control set, you can maintain a set speed without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. WARNING: Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 78 Disengaging speed control To disengage the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal. Disengaging the speed control will not erase previous set speed. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 79 1 mph (1.6 km/h). • Depress the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is reached and press the SET + control. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 80 In CD mode: • Press to listen to the next track on the disc. In Satellite radio mode: • Press to advance through preset channels. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 81 Press to activate phone mode or answer a phone call. Press VOL + or − to adjust volume. Press and hold to exit phone mode or end a call. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 82: Moon Roof
To override bounce-back, press and hold the front portion of the control. For example: Bounce-back can be used to overcome the resistance of ice on the moon roof or seals. If during a bounce-back condition, the control 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 83 WARNING: When programming your HomeLink Wireless Control System to a garage door or gate, be sure that people and objects are out of the way to prevent potential injury or damage. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 84 3. Firmly press and hold for five seconds and release the programmed HomeLink button up to two separate times to activate the door. If the door does not activate, press and hold the just-trained HomeLink button and observe the indicator light. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 85 Programming section, replace Step 2 with the following: Note: If programming a garage door opener or gate operator, it is advised to unplug the device during the “cycling” process to prevent overheating. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 86 Do not hold for longer that 30 seconds. HomeLink is now in the train (or learning) mode and can be programmed at any time beginning with Step 1 in the Programming section. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 87 To remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure. INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROL Press the remote trunk release control on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 88: Locks And Security
It is recommended that you maintain the label in a safe place for future reference, such as the inside front cover of this Owner’s Guide. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 89 Likewise, when rotating the IKT to the off position in the ignition lock cylinder, the bottom edge of the IKT adjacent to the control can be utilized. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 90: Locks
• any door is opened then closed while the ignition is in the on position and the vehicle speed is 9 mph (15 km/h) or lower, and • the vehicle then attains a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h). 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 91 (one short and one long chirp) if autolock was activated. 7. Turn the ignition to the off position. The horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 92 • using a keypad procedure, 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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 93 5. Release the 3 • 4. The user should receive a horn chirp to indicate the system has been disabled or a chirp followed by a honk to indicate the system has been enabled. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 94 Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation and location of the release handle. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 95 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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Locks and Security...
Page 96 ALL Integrated Keyhead Transmitters with you to the authorized dealer in order to aid in troubleshooting the problem. Unlocking the doors/two stage unlock 1. Press and release to unlock the driver’s door. Note: The interior lamps will illuminate. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 97 Press again or turn the ignition to the on position to deactivate, or wait for the alarm to time out in three minutes. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 98 1. Press and hold either the 1 or 2 control on the driver’s door for five seconds. (A tone will be heard after 1 is done) continue to hold until a second tone is heard after five seconds. 2. Within three seconds press the 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) ⁄...
Page 99 IKTs, you can either reprogram them yourself, or take all IKTs to your authorized dealer for reprogramming. How to reprogram your Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs) To program a new Integrated Keyhead Transmitter yourself, refer to Programming spare keys in the SecuriLock™ passive anti-theft 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 100 You may enable/disable this feature by having your vehicle serviced by your authorized dealer. You may also perform the following power door lock sequence to enable/disable the perimeter lamps feature. Note: Before starting, ensure 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 101 • If the courtesy lamps were turned on because one of the vehicle doors or the trunk was opened, the battery saver will shut off them off 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the 1 (off) position. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 102 • Do not set a code that uses five of the same number. • Do not use five numbers in sequential order. • The factory set code will work even if you have set your own personal code. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 103: Anti-Theft System
This system is designed to help prevent the engine from being started unless a coded Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT) programmed to your vehicle is used. The use of the wrong type of coded key may lead to a “no-start” condition. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 104 If the indicator still flashes rapidly or glows steadily, the vehicle will not start, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible for service. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 105 IKT to your vehicle. Note: A maximum of eight coded keys can be programmed to your vehicle; only four of these eight can be IKTs with remote entry functionality. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 106 (if the new key is an Integrated Keyhead Transmitter). The theft indicator light will illuminate for three seconds and then go out to indicate successful programming. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 107 • Press the driver or passenger interior door lock control while the door is open, then close the door. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Locks and Security...
Page 108 • Any door, the hood or the trunk is opened without using the door key, keypad or the remote entry transmitter portion of your IKT. • The ignition is turned to the 3 (on) position with an invalid SecuriLock™ key. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 109: Seating And Safety Restraints
: • a trimmed energy absorbing foam and structure (1), • two steel stems (2), • a guide sleeve adjust/release button (3), • and a guide sleeve unlock/remove button (4). 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 110 For occupants of extremely tall stature, adjust the head restraint to its full up position. WARNING: The adjustable head restraint is a safety device. Whenever possible it should be installed and properly adjusted when the seat is occupied. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 111 For occupants of extremely tall stature, adjust the head restraint to its full up position. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 112 Front passenger sensing system section for additional details. Failure 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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 113 Press the switch in the direction of the arrows to move the seat forward, backward, up or down. Power recline Press the control to recline the seatback forward or rearward. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 114 Locks and Security chapter. Note: The seat will not travel to its final position if the key is not in the ignition and the easy/entry exit feature is enabled. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 115 Press once to activate the high cool setting (three indicator lights). Continue pressing to scroll through the other settings; medium cool (two indicator lights), low cool (one indicator light) or off. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 116 To remove an air filter: 1. Remove key from ignition. 2. Push up on the outside rigid edge of the filter and rotate toward the front of the vehicle once tabs are released. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 117 The driver should never adjust the head restraint while the vehicle is in motion. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 118 • and a guide sleeve with a pin hole for removing the head restraint (4). To adjust the head restraint, do the following: 1. Raise the head restraint by pulling up on the head restraint. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 119 Whenever possible it should be installed and properly adjusted when the seat is occupied. To remove the adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Pull up the head restraint until it reaches the highest adjustment position. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 120 3. Store the head restraint in a secure location, such as the trunk of the vehicle. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 121 WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, head restraints must be installed properly. Split-folding rear seatbacks One or both rear seatbacks can be folded down to provide additional cargo space. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 122 Make sure that the safety belt for the rear center passenger is properly routed over the rear seatback. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 123: Safety Restraints
• Restraint system warning light and back-up tone. • The electrical wiring for the airbags, crash sensor(s), safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt usage sensors, driver seat position sensor, front passenger sensing system, and indicator lights. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 124 Front passenger sensing system For airbags to do their job they must inflate with great force, and this force can pose a potentially deadly risk to occupants that are very close 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 125 This helps increase the effectiveness of the safety belts. In frontal collisions, the safety belt pretensioners can be activated alone or, if the collision is of sufficient severity, together with the front airbags. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 126 WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 127 WARNING: When possible, all children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position. WARNING: Front and rear seat occupants, including pregnant women, should wear safety belts for optimum protection in an accident. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 128 This helps reduce the belt force acting on the user’s chest. WARNING: Failure to inspect and replace if necessary the belt and retractor assembly after an accident could increase the risk of injury in a collision. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 129 Refer to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter. How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 130 Release the button and pull down on the height adjuster to make sure it is locked in place. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 131 Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 132 When the Belt-Minder feature is activated, the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for six seconds every 30 seconds, repeating for approximately five minutes or until the safety belts are buckled. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Then...
Page 133 1 minute while the vehicle is traveling at least 3 mph (5 km/h) and more than 1-2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to on... 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Then... The Belt-Minder feature will not activate.
Page 134 “Safety belts don’t work” “Traffic is light” “Belts wrinkle my clothes” “The people I’m with don’t wear belts” 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Consider... 36700 crashes occur every day. The more we drive, the more we are exposed to “rare”...
Page 135 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 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Consider... Airbags offer greater protection when used with safety belts.
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Page 137: Airbags
Important supplemental restraint system precautions Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently and the risk of injury from a deploying airbag is greatest close to the trim covering the airbag module. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 138 (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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 139 Rather, it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation. Front airbags are designed to activate in frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollover, side-impact, or rear-impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 140 • driver and passenger airbag modules (which include the inflators and airbags) • seat-mounted side airbags. Refer to Seat-mounted side airbag system later in this chapter • safety belt pretensioners • one or more impact and safing sensors 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 141 • the system determines that a small child is present in a booster seat, • a front passenger takes his/her weight off of the seat for a period of time. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 142 If this happens: • Turn the vehicle off and ask the person to place the seatback in the full upright position. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 143 Even though the passenger airbag is disabled, the pass airbag off lamp may or may not be illuminated according to the table below. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 144 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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Passenger Airbag...
Page 145 Refer to the Warning lights and chimes section in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the airbag is not required. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 146 SRS is provided. How does the side airbag system work? The design and development of the side airbag system included recommended testing procedures that were developed by a group of 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 147 WARNING: Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 148 Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 149 • An inflatable nylon curtain with a gas generator concealed behind the headliner and above the doors. • The headliner will flex to open above the side doors to allow air curtain deployment. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 150 WARNING: Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 151 The S.O.S. Post Crash Alert can be turned off when any one of the following actions are taken by the driver or any other person: • pressing the hazard control button, • or pressing the panic button on the remote entry transmitter. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 152: Child Restraints
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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 153 Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in a front seating position. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 154 If all children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear seating position, properly restrain the largest child in the front seat. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) below by “X”...
Page 155 All children are shaped differently. The child height, age and weight thresholds provided are recommendations or the minimum requirements of law. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) provides education and 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 156 Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active airbag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the vehicle seat all the way back. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Page 158 • Use the correct safety belt buckle for that seating position. • Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 159 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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 160 Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 161 9. Attach the tether strap (if the child seat is equipped). Refer to Attaching child safety seats with tether straps later in this chapter. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 162 Recommendations for attaching safety restraints for children in this chapter for more information. Your vehicle has LATCH lower anchors for child seat installation at the seating positions marked with the child seat symbol. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 163 Do not attach a child seat to any lower anchor if an adjacent child seat is attached to that anchor. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 164 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). 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 165 2. Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position. 3. Open the tether anchor cover. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 166 Moving the child closer (a few centimeters or inches) to the center of the vehicle, but remaining in the same seating position, may help provide a good shoulder belt fit. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 167 • 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? 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 168 • 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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 169 Do not introduce any item thicker than this under the booster seat. Check with the booster seat manufacturer’s instructions. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 170 WARNING: Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly or child restraint system under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 171: Tires, Wheels And Loading
A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 172 • Extra load: A class of P-metric or Metric tires designed to carry a heavier maximum load at 41 psi [43 psi (2.9 bar) for Metric tires]. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 173 Use the recommended cold inflation pressure for optimum tire performance and wear. Under-inflation or over-inflation may cause uneven treadwear patterns. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 174: Tire Inflation
1 mile [1.6 km]), 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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 175 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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 176 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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 177 If you have questions regarding tire replacement, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 178 Driving habits have a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety. • Observe posted speed limits • Avoid fast starts, stops and turns • Avoid potholes and objects on the road 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 179 Rotating your tires at the recommended interval (as indicated in the scheduled maintenance information that comes with your vehicle) will help your tires wear more evenly, providing better tire performance and longer tire life. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 180 This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 181 These speed ratings may need to be adjusted for the difference in conditions. The ratings range from 81 mph (130 km/h) to 186 mph (299 km/h). These ratings are listed in the following chart. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 182 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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 183 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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading ⁄...
Page 184 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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 185 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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 186: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 187 Even if the light turns ON and a short time later turns OFF, your tire pressure still needs to be checked. Visit www.checkmytires.org for additional information. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 188 It can also warn you in the event the system is no longer capable of functioning as intended. Please refer to the following chart for information concerning your Tire Pressure Monitoring System: 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 189 Solid Warning Light Tire(s) under-inflated Spare tire in use Your temporary spare tire is in TPMS malfunction 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading 1. Check your tire pressure to ensure tires are properly inflated;...
Page 190 If the low tire pressure warning light is ON, visually check each tire to verify that no tire is flat. (If one or more tires are flat, repair as necessary.) Check air pressure in the road tires. If 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) use.
Page 191: Vehicle Loading
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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 192 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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 193 GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 194 WARNING: Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 195 • A final example for your vehicle with 1400 lb. (635 kg) of cargo and luggage capacity. You and one of your friends decide to pick up cement from the local home improvement store to finish that patio 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 196: Trailer Towing
(4) wheels off the ground on a car-hauling trailer. In case of roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle, please refer to the Wrecker towing section in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 197 (4) wheels off the ground such as when using a car-hauling trailer. Otherwise, no recreational towing is permitted. In case of roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle, please refer to the Wrecker towing section in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 198: Driving
WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 199 Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off. • Make sure the parking brake is set. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving...
Page 200 • a front wheel is against the curb 2. Turn the key to 4 (start), then release the key as soon as the engine begins cranking. Your vehicle has a computer assisted cranking system 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 201 The block heater system is most effective when outdoor temperatures reach below 0°F (-18°C). WARNING: Failure to follow engine block heater instructions could result in property damage or physical injury. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving...
Page 202 • Finally, have the engine block heater system checked during your fall tune-up to be sure it’s in good working order. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 203: Brakes
In addition, the ABS performs a self-check after you start the engine and begin to drive away. A brief mechanical noise may be heard during this test. This is normal. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 204 To release, press and hold the button (2), pull the handle up slightly, then push the handle down. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) BRAKE BRAKE...
Page 205: Advancetrac
If equipped with a message center, the vehicle will also indicate a failure with the Brake system, have the system service by an authorized dealer immediately. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 206 • If the driving condition is severe and your foot is not on the brake, the brake pedal may move as the systems applies higher brake forces. You may also hear a whoosh of air from under the instrument panel during this severe condition. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) in the...
Page 207 Control system, which include but are not limited to: • Taking a turn too fast • Maneuvering quickly to avoid an accident, pedestrian or obstacle • Driving over a patch of ice or other slippery surfaces 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 208 Off control switch again will turn off the “sliding car off” icon. In R (Reverse), ABS and the Engine and Brake Traction Control features will continue to function; however, ESC is disabled. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) will...
Page 209 If the power steering system breaks down (or if the engine is turned off), you can steer the vehicle manually, but it takes more effort. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving “Sliding car...
Page 210 WARNING: If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your authorized dealer. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 211: Transmission Operation
R (Reverse) With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward. Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R (Reverse). 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving...
Page 212 • Allows the transmission to select gears that will provide the desired engine braking based on the vehicle inputs mentioned above. This will increase engine RPM during engine braking. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 213 This mode is Overdrive Cancel and Grade Assist. Only by moving the lever in the forward (-) or backward (+) position will the transmission utilize the manual mode for select shifting. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 214 Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the transmission and tires may occur, or the engine may overheat. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 215: Reverse Sensing System
WARNING: Certain add-on devices such as large trailer hitches, bike or surfboard racks and any device that may block the normal detection zone of the RSS system may create false beeps. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 216 RSS. If your vehicle sustains damage to the rear bumper/fascia, leaving it misaligned or bent, the sensing zone may be altered causing inaccurate measurement of obstacles or false alarms. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 217: Rear-View Camera System
The camera lens for the camera system is located on the trunk. Keep the lens clean so that the video image remains clear and undistorted. Clean the lens with a soft, lint-free cloth and non-abrasive cleaner. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 218 • If the image is not clear, then check if there is anything covering the lens such as dirt, mud, ice, snow, etc. If the image is still not clear after cleaning, have your system inspected by your authorized dealer. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 219 D (Drive) or N (Neutral) the system will enter the CTA mode (see CTA operation below). Once shifted back in to D (Drive) the BLIS™ mode will activate once driven above 3 mph (5 km/h). 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving...
Page 220 • Certain maneuvering of vehicles entering and exiting the blind zone • Vehicles passing through the blind zone at very fast rates • Severe weather conditions • When several vehicles forming a convoy pass through the blind zone. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 221 Traffic Alert system as a replacement for using the side and rear view mirrors and looking over your shoulder before backing out of a parking space. CTA is not a replacement for careful driving and only an assist. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving...
Page 222 Cross Traffic Alert sensors (refer to figure for approximate zone coverage areas [sensor obstructed to vehicle on left]). Backing slowly from the parking spot in these situations helps to increase the sensor coverage and effectiveness. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 223 • Backing out of an angled parking spot. CTA and Reverse Sensing System (RSS) interaction CTA works along with the Reverse Sensing System (RSS) (if equipped). Become familiar with the warning tones of both systems. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving...
Page 224 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 lanes. BLIS™ is not a replacement for careful driving and only an assist. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 225 Day and night brightness The BLIS™-CTA amber alert will automatically dim when the headlamp switch is in PARK, ON, or AUTO ON and night time darkness has been detected by the sun sensor. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving...
Page 226 • Drive slower in strong crosswinds which can affect the normal steering characteristics of your vehicle. • Be extremely careful when driving on pavement made slippery by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 227 See your authorized dealer. WARNING: Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (56 km/h). The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving...
Page 228 Remember, you may be able to back out the way you came if you proceed with caution. Mud and water If you must drive through high water, drive slowly. Traction or brake capability may be limited. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 229 Do not drive over the crest of a hill without seeing what conditions are on the other side. Do not drive in reverse over a hill without the aid of an observer. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 230 Make sure you allow sufficient distance between you and other vehicles for stopping. Drive slower than usual and consider using one of the lower gears. In emergency stopping situations, apply the brake steadily. Since 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 231 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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 232: Roadside Emergencies
• winch out – available within 100 feet (30.5 meters) of a paved or county maintained road, no recoveries. • towing – Ford/Mercury/Lincoln eligible vehicle towed to an authorized dealer within 35 miles (56.3 km) of the disablement location or to the nearest authorized dealer.
Page 233: Hazard Flasher Control
Owner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment. In Canada, the card is found in the Customer Information Guide in the glove compartment. U.S. Ford, Mercury and Lincoln vehicle customers who require Roadside Assistance, call 1-800-241-3673. Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call 1-800-665-2006.
Page 234: Fuses And Relays
Note: Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 235 The fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel by the brake pedal. Remove the panel cover to access the fuses. To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies...
Page 236 Roadside Emergencies The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Protected Circuits Driver smart window motor Brake on/off switch, Center high-mounted stop lamp Not used (Spare) Passenger front smart window...
Page 237 Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating 7.5A 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies Protected Circuits Backlighting, Puddle lamps AWD module Memory modules, Memory seat/mirrors switches SYNC module Electronic Finish Panel (EFP) radio and climate control buttons...
Page 238 WARNING: Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Protected Circuits Rear park assist, Blind spot...
Page 239 Rating — — 40A* — 30A* 40A* — 40A* 20A* 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies Protected Circuits Not used Not used Powertrain control module (PCM) (relay 57 power) Not used Starter motor (relay 55 power)
Page 240 15A** 80A* 20A* 30A* 30A* 30A* 20A* — 40A* 1A Diode 1A Diode 10A** 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Protected Circuits ABS valves Not used Heated/cooled seats Not used Not used Not used Transmission module Alternator...
Page 241 Have a flat serviced by an authorized dealer in order to prevent damage to the TPMS sensors, refer to Tire pressure monitoring system 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 242 • Load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on the Safety Compliance Label • Tow a trailer • Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 243 • 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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 244 (other side and end of the vehicle) to the tire being changed. WARNING: If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else could be seriously injured. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 245 2. Remove the center ornament (if equipped) from the wheel. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies...
Page 246 7. Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts in the order shown. Refer to Wheel lug nut torque specifications later in this chapter for the proper lug nut torque specification. 8. Unblock the wheels. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 247: Wheel Lug Nut Torque
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Page 248: Jump Starting
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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 249 Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 250 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery. 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 251 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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies...
Page 252 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle’s battery. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 253 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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 254: Wrecker Towing
Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 255 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). 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies...
Page 256: Customer Assistance
GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED Warranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorized Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury dealer. While any authorized dealer handling your vehicle line will provide warranty service, we recommend you return to your selling authorized dealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfaction.
Page 257 Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited P.O. Box 2000 Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 Telephone 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) Online www.ford.ca Mailing Address (Lincoln vehicles) 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...
Page 258 THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY) Your satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer. If a warranty concern has not been resolved using the three-step 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 259 Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third party mediation/arbitration program administered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP). 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 260 If the authorized dealer cannot help you, contact: FORD MOTOR COMPANY FORD EXPORT OPERATIONS 1555 Fairlane Drive Fairlane Business Park #3 Allen Park, Michigan 48101 U.S.A. Telephone: (313) 594-4857 FAX: (313) 390-0804 Email: expcac@ford.com 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 261 French Owner’s Guides can be obtained from your authorized dealer or by writing to: Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited Service Publications CHQ202 The Canadian Road P.O. Box 2000 Oakville, ON, Canada L6J 5E4 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 262: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)
If you believe 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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 263: Cleaning
• After polishing chrome bumpers, apply a coating of Motorcraft Premium Liquid Wax (ZC-53-A), available from your authorized dealer, or an equivalent quality product to help protect from environmental effects. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Cleaning...
Page 264 • 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 (ZC-42), available from your authorized dealer. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 265 Remover (ZC-42). WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES The windshield, rear and side windows and the wiper blades should be cleaned regularly. If the wipers do not wipe properly, substances on the 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Cleaning...
Page 266 • Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been in contact with certain products such as insect repellent and suntan lotion in order to avoid possible damage to the interior painted surfaces. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 267 (but do not oversaturate) or the ring will set. • 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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Cleaning...
Page 268 If this occurs, the leather should be cleaned immediately to avoid permanent staining. UNDERBODY Flush the complete underside of your vehicle frequently. Keep body and door drain holes free from packed dirt. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 269 Cleaning FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and appearance of your vehicle.
Page 270: Maintenance And Specifications
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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 271 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front center of the hood. 3. Lift the hood and support it with the prop rod. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 272: Engine Compartment
3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Battery 5. Power distribution box 6. Air filter assembly 7. Engine oil dipstick 8. Engine oil filler cap 9. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 10. Engine coolant reservoir 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 273 2. Attach the new wiper to the wiper arm and press it into place until a click is heard. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 274: Engine Oil
3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 275 DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below this mark, engine oil must be added to raise the level within the normal operating range. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 276 5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise until it stops. To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the engine oil level dipstick and/or the engine oil filler cap removed. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 277 Ford material and design specifications, start-up engine noises or knock may be experienced. It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter or another with equivalent performance for your engine application. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 278: Battery
Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 279 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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 280: Engine Coolant
50/50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following: • Freeze protection down to -34°F (-36°C). • Boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C). • Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion. • Proper function of calibrated gauges. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) RECYCLE...
Page 281 WARNING: Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid container. If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant could make it difficult to see through the windshield. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 282 2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolant pressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir (an opaque plastic bottle). Slowly turn cap counterclockwise (left) until pressure begins to release. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 283 To find out how much fluid your vehicle’s cooling system can hold, refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding engine coolant in this section. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 284 The “fail-safe” distance depends on ambient temperatures, vehicle load and terrain. How fail-safe cooling works If the engine begins to overheat: • The engine coolant temperature gauge will move to the H (hot) area. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 285 FUEL FILTER Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetime fuel filter that is integrated with the fuel tank. Regular maintenance or replacement is not needed. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 286 Failure to seek proper medical attention could lead to permanent injury. • Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin. If fuel is splashed on the skin and/or clothing, promptly remove contaminated 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 287 • DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle (including the cargo area). • Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container while filling. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 288 Continuing to drive with the Check Fuel Fill Inlet lamp or Check Fuel Fill Inlet message on may cause the Service Engine Soon lamp to turn on as well. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 289 These products have not been approved for your engine and 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 290 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) indicator may come on. For more...
Page 291 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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 292 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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 293 • 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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 294 • Use only the specified fuel listed. • Avoid running out of fuel. • Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving, especially at high speeds. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 295 This system is commonly known as the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II). The OBD-II system protects the environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) indicator, charging system...
Page 296 (OBD-II) description in this chapter. If the vehicle’s engine or transmission has just been serviced, or the battery has recently run down or been replaced, the OBD-II system may 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) indicator remains on, have your vehicle...
Page 297 MIN and MAX lines. Be sure to put the cap back on the reservoir. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter for the proper fluid type. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 298 Allow sufficient time for each gear to engage (approximately 10–15 seconds in each position). 4. Move the gearshift lever to P (Park) and leave the engine running. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 299 Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The type of fluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick and also in the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 300: Air Filter(S)
3. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing. 4. Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt or debris and to ensure good sealing. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 301: Part Numbers
Motorcraft or equivalent replacement parts. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) 3.5L V6 Engine...
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Page 305: Engine Data
Compression ratio Engine drivebelt routing 1. Short drivebelt is on first pulley groove closest to engine. 2. Long drivebelt is on second pulley groove farthest from engine. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) 3.5L-DOHC V6 engine 87 octane 1–4–2–5–3–6...
Page 306 Vehicle identification number (VIN) The vehicle identification number is located on the driver side instrument panel. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Please note that in the graphic, XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 307 TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS You can find a transmission code on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. The following table tells you which transmission each code represents. Description Aisin AW F21 Automatic transmission (TR-VX) 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Code...
Page 308: Accessories
Accessories GENUINE LINCOLN ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Lincoln Accessories are available for your vehicle through your local Lincoln or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle.
Page 309 • Electrical 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. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Accessories...
Page 310: Ford Extended Service Plan
PowertrainCare – Covers 29 critical components. Peace of mind from coast to coast Ford ESP is honored by all Ford, Lincoln and Mercury Dealers in the U.S. and Canada It’s the only extended service plan authorized and backed by Ford Motor Company. That means you get: •...
Page 311 • Wiper blades • Spark plugs (except California) • Clutch disc Contact your selling Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury dealership today and arrange for a customized Ford Extended Service Plan that fits your driving lifestyle and budget. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing...
Page 312 Ford Extended Service Plan 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 313: Index
Audio system (see Radio) ...29 Automatic transmission driving an automatic overdrive ...211 fluid, adding ...298 fluid, checking ...298 fluid, refill capacities ...302 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Index fluid, specification ...302 Selectshift (SST) ...213 Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ...37 Axle lubricant specifications ...302...
Page 314 ...280 refill capacities ...283, 302 specifications ...302 Cross Traffic Alert ...219 Cruise control (see Speed control) ...77 Cupholder(s) ...123 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Customer Assistance ...232 Ford Extended Service Plan ...310 Getting assistance outside the U.S.
Page 315 EPA fuel economy estimates ...294 detergent in fuel ...290 filler funnel ...290 filling your vehicle with fuel ...286, 288, 291 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Index filter, specifications ...285, 301 fuel pump shut-off switch ...233 improving fuel economy ...291...
Page 316 ...54 fog lamps ...54 headlamps ...53 headlamps, flash to pass ...55 instrument panel, dimming ...55 interior lamps ...58 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) replacing bulbs ...61 LATCH anchors ...162 Lights, warning and indicator ...12 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...204...
Page 317 ...74, 97 panic alarm ...97 replacement/additional transmitters ...99 replacing the batteries ...99 Reverse sensing system ...215 Roadside assistance ...232 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Index Safety belts (see Safety restraints) ...123, 126, 128–130 Safety Canopy ...146 Safety defects, reporting ...262...
Page 318 ...180 snow tires and chains ...191 spare tire ...242 terminology ...172 tire grades ...172 treadwear ...171, 176 Towing ...196 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) recreational towing ...196 trailer towing ...196 wrecker ...254 Transmission ...211 brake-shift interlock (BSI) ...210...

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