AWD systems (if equipped)

AWD systems (if equipped)  - All-wheel drive (if equipped) - Driving - Lincoln MKX Owners Manual - Lincoln MKX

With AWD, the vehicle uses all four wheels to power the vehicle. This increases traction, enabling you to drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot.

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    Electronic stability control (ESC)
    Electronic stability control (ESC) may enhance your vehicle’s directional stability during adverse maneuvers, for example when cornering severely or avoiding objects in the roadway. ESC operates b ...

    Running out of fuel
    If you have run out of fuel and need to refill the vehicle with a portable fuel container, see Running out of fuel in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for proper fuel filling method usin ...

    Driving on snow and ice
    Note: Excessive tire slippage can cause transmission damage. AWD vehicles have advantages over 2WD vehicles in snow and ice but can skid like any other vehicle. Should you start to slide while dri ...