Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2012 Lincoln MKZ Base, FWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | Gas | 6.00 OZS. | 0.17 L | YN-12-D | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.38 LBS. | 0.62 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Base | 7.40 QTS. | 7 L | MOTORCRAFT Premium Automatic Transmission Fluid | Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick's normal operating range. | S | |
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | MOTORCRAFT High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid | Fill between "max" and "min" lines on reservoir. | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | Base | 11.10 QTS. | 10.5 L | MOTORCRAFT Specialty Green (dark green-colored) or Orange Engine Coolant | Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle. | S | |
| Engine Oil | Base | w/Filter | 5.50 QTS. | 5.2 L | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic Motor Oil or equivalent | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. | S |
| Fuel Tank | FWD | 17.50 GALS. | 66.24 L | S | |||
| Power Steering Fluid | Base | N/A | N/A | MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON V | Fill between "max" and "min" lines on reservoir. | S | |
| Transfer Case Fluid | Power Transfer Unit | 12.00 OZS. | 0.35 L | MOTORCRAFT SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant | S | ||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | MOTORCRAFT Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Fluid | Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. | S | ||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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