Lincoln Vehicle Navigator L

Moderate to heavy load or towing

Mountainous or off-road conditions

At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Information Display

Change the engine oil and filter. - Do not exceed one year or 10,000 mi (16,000 km) between service intervals.

Rotate the tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth.

Perform a multi-point inspection - recommended.

Change the engine oil and filter

Rotate the tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth

Perform a multi-point inspection

Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level

Inspect the brake pads, rotors, hoses and parking brake

Inspect the engine cooling system strength and hoses

Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields

Inspect the front axle and U-joints

1. Make sure that your vehicle is on level ground.

2. Check the oil level before starting the engine, or switch the engine off after warm up and wait 15 minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan.

Note: Checking the oil level too soon could result in an inaccurate reading.

3. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean, lint-free cloth.

4. Reinstall the dipstick and make sure it is fully seated.

5. Remove the dipstick again to check the oil level.

The battery connections. Clean if necessary.

The body and door drain holes for obstructions. Clean if necessary.

The cooling system fluid level and the coolant system strength.

The door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if necessary.

The hinges, latches and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if necessary.

The parking brake for proper operation.

The seatbelts and seat latches for wear and function.

Safety warning lamps, brake, ABS, airbag and seatbelt for operation.

Check the seatbelts and child restraints periodically to make sure they work properly and are not damaged. Make sure there are no nicks, tears or cuts.

Check the following seatbelt assemblies after a crash.

• Front seatbelt buckle assemblies.

• Shoulder belt height adjusters.

• Shoulder belt guide on seat backrest.