What you should know about fail-safe cooling

What you should know about fail-safe cooling  - Engine coolant - Maintenance and Specifications - Lincoln MKZ Owners Manual - Lincoln MKZ

If the engine coolant supply is depleted, this feature allows the vehicle to be driven temporarily before incremental component damage is incurred.

The “fail-safe” distance depends on ambient temperatures, vehicle load and terrain.

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Brakes
Occasional brake noise is normal. If a metal-to-metal, continuous grinding or continuous squeal sound is present, the brake linings may be worn-out and should be inspected by an authorized dealer. ...

Driving on hilly or sloping terrain
Although natural obstacles may make it necessary to travel diagonally up or down a hill or steep incline, you should always try to drive straight up or straight down. Avoid driving crosswise or tu ...

Fuel quality
If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveability problems during a cold start, try a different brand of “Regular” unleaded gasoline. Do not add aftermarket fuel additive ...