Lincoln MKZ (2012) [217/344] Recommended shift speeds

When selecting the appropriate gear in SST mode, the message center

display on the instrument cluster will show the current selected gear you

are in.

In order to prevent the engine from running at too low an RPM, which

may cause it to stall, the SST will still automatically make some

downshifts if it has determined that you have not downshifted in time.

Although the SST will make some downshifts for you, it will still allow

you to downshift at any time as long as the SST determines that the

engine will not be damaged from over-revving.

The SST will not automatically upshift, even if the engine is approaching

the RPM limit. It must be shifted manually by moving the gearshift lever

back toward (+) and releasing.

Engine damage may occur if excessive engine revving is held

without shifting.

Recommended shift speeds

Upshift according to the following chart:

Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel

economy)

Shift from:

1 - 2 15 mph (24 km/h)

2 - 3 25 mph (40 km/h)

3 - 4 40 mph (64 km/h)

4 - 5 45 mph (72 km/h)

5 - 6 50 mph (80 km/h)

If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow

Note: Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating

temperature or damage to the transmission may occur.

Note: Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the

transmission and tires may occur, or the engine may overheat.

If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow, it may be rocked out by

shifting between forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts in a

steady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear.

Driving

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Owners Guide, 2nd Printing

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