2006 Lincoln LS Owner's Manual - Page 305

Maintenance and Specifications Fluid Engine coolant 2 Power steering fluid Rear axle3 Fuel tank Transmission fluid4 Ford Part Name Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored) Motorcraft MERCON ATF Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 Rear Axle Lubricant N/A Application All Capacity 11.9 quarts (11.3L) All All Fill to MAX line on reservoir 2.5-2.7 pints (1.2-1.3L) 18.0 gallons (68.0L) 11.9 quarts (11.2L)5 All Motorcraft Automatic MERCON V (5R55S) ATF Windshield Motorcraft All Fill to line on washer fluid Premium reservoir Windshield Washer Concentrate 1 Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford specifications. Refer to Lubricant Specifications in this chapter. DOT 3 fluid is recommended. However, if DOT 3 is not available, DOT 4 fluid can be used. 2 Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle. 3 Your vehicle's rear axle is filled with a synthetic rear axle lubricant and is considered lubricated for life. These lubricants do not need to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the axle assembly has been submerged in water. The axle lubricant should be changed any time the rear axle has been submerged in water. Fill 1/4 inch to 9/16 inch (6 mm to 14 mm) below bottom of fill hole. 4 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. MERCON and MERCON V are not interchangeable. DO NOT MIX MERCON and MERCON V. Refer to the scheduled maintenance information to determine the correct service interval. 5 Approximate dry capacity, includes cooler and tubes. Fluid level should be checked by an authorized dealer. 305 2006 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)