Chassis enhancements
To match the engine's extra power and the suspension's additional handling capabilities, Lincoln has significantly upgraded the MKS braking system for 2013, giving the driver confidence and control.
New vented front discs measure 13.86 inches (352 mm), more than an inch larger than in the 2012 model. To enhance brake cooling, the "hat" portion of the front brake disc is also vented, a unique design developed by Ford Motor Company engineers.
Additionally, the diameter of the rear discs increased by 0.58 of an inch to 13.58 inches and these are now vented. Brake pad area and total swept area increased significantly, with each improvement working together to improve overall braking performance, reduce brake fade under heavy use and provide the driver with a more direct and linear braking feel.
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Powertrain
The standard engine for 2013 is a more powerful and efficient 3.7-liter V6
that includes twin independent variable camshaft timing (Ti-VCT). The ability to
vary camshaft timing to optimize the openi ...
BLIS and/or CTA fault operation
If the BLIS and/or CTA senses a fault on either the left or right sensor,
the BLIS alert indicator will go on and remain on and the message
center will display BLIND SPOT SYSTEM FAULT or CROSS TRA ...
Children and airbags
Children must always be properly
restrained. Accident statistics
suggest that children are safer when
properly restrained in the rear
seating positions than in the front
seating position. Fa ...