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LINCOLN MKS
- / First generation / First Generation / 2010-2014 / Sedan
North America primary, select other marketsNorth America / select global marketsNorth America (primary), limited export marketsCoverage: expanded
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2010 LINCOLN MKS AJD-V6-3.7L/AJD-V6-3.7L-Twin-Turbo (-)
- / AJD-V6-3.7L, AJD-V6-3.7L-Twin-Turbo / The 2010 Lincoln MKS was offered primarily with a 3.7L Duratec V6 engine (engine code AJD) producing around 273 hp in naturally aspirated form. Additionally, a 3.5L Twin-Turbo EcoBoost V6 was introduced late in the model year with increased power output, mainly for the North American market.
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Oil type: SAE 5W-20 motor oil, meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A or equivalent syntheticOil capacity: Approx. 6.4 quarts (including filter), service-fill; includes oil filter changeRelated: AJD (3.7L Duratec V6), AJD-T (3.5L EcoBoost V6)
2011 LINCOLN MKS AJD-V6-3.7L/AJD-V6-3.5L-TwinTurbo (UR)
UR / AJD-V6-3.7L, AJD-V6-3.5L-TwinTurbo / Two main engines offered: a 3.7L DOHC V6 (Duratec 37) and a 3.5L Twin-Turbocharged DOHC V6 (EcoBoost). The former focused on smooth power delivery; the latter offered higher performance.
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Oil type: SAE 5W-20 synthetic blend or full synthetic meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C930-AOil capacity: Approximately 6.1 liters (6.5 quarts) including filter; service-fill capacity appliesRelated: 3.7L Duratec - AJD, 3.5L EcoBoost - Twin-Turbo V6
2013 LINCOLN MKS InTech-3.7L-V6/EcoBoost-3.5L-V6 (U394)
U394 / InTech-3.7L-V6, EcoBoost-3.5L-V6 / Two main engines: a naturally aspirated 3.7L V6 (InTech) and a twin-turbocharged 3.5L V6 EcoBoost variant. Availability depends on market and trim level.
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Oil type: Synthetic 5W-30Oil capacity: Approx. 6.9 liters (7.3 US qt) including filter change; service-fill with filter replacementRelated: P0300-P0315 (misfire codes), P0420 (catalyst efficiency), P2181 (idle air control)
2014 LINCOLN MKS 6L3/6L3T (UE5)
UE5 / 6L3, 6L3T / 3.7L Duratec V6 naturally aspirated (6L3) and 3.5L EcoBoost V6 twin-turbocharged (6L3T)
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Oil type: 5W-20 syntheticOil capacity: Approx. 6.0 quarts (including filter); service-fill, filter change recommended with oil serviceRelated: UE5 chassis, 6L3 engine code for 3.7L V6, 6L3T engine code for 3.5L EcoBoost
Engine codes by year
| Year | Trim | Engine codes | Displacement | Fuel system |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | technical-profile | AJD-V6-3.7L, AJD-V6-3.7L-Twin-Turbo | 3.7L V6 (226 ci) and 3.5L V6 Twin-Turbo (213 ci) | Sequential multi-port fuel injection |
| 2011 | technical-profile | AJD-V6-3.7L, AJD-V6-3.5L-TwinTurbo | 3.7 L / 3.5 L | Sequential multi-port fuel injection |
| 2013 | technical-profile | InTech-3.7L-V6, EcoBoost-3.5L-V6 | 3.7L or 3.5L | Sequential multi-port fuel injection |
| 2014 | technical-profile | 6L3, 6L3T | 3.7L naturally aspirated V6, 3.5L twin-turbo V6 | Multi-point fuel injection |
Oil capacity by engine
| Year | Engine codes | Oil type | Oil capacity | Fluid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | AJD-V6-3.7L, AJD-V6-3.7L-Twin-Turbo | SAE 5W-20 motor oil, meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A or equivalent synthetic | Approx. 6.4 quarts (including filter), service-fill; includes oil filter change | Ford MERCON LV automatic transmission fluid |
| 2011 | AJD-V6-3.7L, AJD-V6-3.5L-TwinTurbo | SAE 5W-20 synthetic blend or full synthetic meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A | Approximately 6.1 liters (6.5 quarts) including filter; service-fill capacity applies | Ford Mercon LV ATF |
| 2013 | InTech-3.7L-V6, EcoBoost-3.5L-V6 | Synthetic 5W-30 | Approx. 6.9 liters (7.3 US qt) including filter change; service-fill with filter replacement | MERCON LV synthetic automatic transmission fluid |
| 2014 | 6L3, 6L3T | 5W-20 synthetic | Approx. 6.0 quarts (including filter); service-fill, filter change recommended with oil service | Mercury Motorcraft MERCON LV |
Technical specifications
- Engines: AJD-V6-3.7L, AJD-V6-3.7L-Twin-Turbo, AJD-V6-3.5L-TwinTurbo, InTech-3.7L-V6, EcoBoost-3.5L-V6, 6L3, 6L3T
- Transmissions: Not offered, 6-speed automatic Transmission; 6F50 for 3.7L, 6F55 for EcoBoost variant, Ford MERCON LV automatic transmission fluid, 6-speed automatic transmission (6F55), Ford Mercon LV ATF, Not available, MERCON LV synthetic automatic transmission fluid, Not available in 2014 MKS
- Tire sizes: 245/45R18 (base), 245/40R20 (optional), 235/55R18, 265/45R20 depending on wheel options, 245/45R18, 255/40R19, 245/45R18 (standard wheels), 255/40R20 (optional wheels)
- Bolt pattern: Verify by exact trim and wheel package
- Wheel torque: Verify by VIN and wheel package
- Battery: Verify by engine, market and equipment package
Fluids and service data
- Engine oil: SAE 5W-20 motor oil, meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A or equivalent synthetic / SAE 5W-20 synthetic blend or full synthetic meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A / Synthetic 5W-30 / 5W-20 synthetic
- Transmission fluid: Ford MERCON LV automatic transmission fluid / Ford Mercon LV ATF / MERCON LV synthetic automatic transmission fluid / Mercury Motorcraft MERCON LV
- Coolant: Approximately 12.5 liters (varies slightly by engine variant) / Approximately 12 liters / Approx. 12.1 liters (12.8 US qt) / Approx. 10.8 liters (varies by engine)
- Brake fluid: DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid / DOT 3 or DOT 4 ABS compatible / DOT 3 or DOT 4
Known problems
- Intake manifold gasket leaks
- Turbocharger boost leaks (EcoBoost variant)
- Oil consumption in high mileage engines
- Timing chain noise on high mileage 3.7L engines
- Twin-turbo system complexity leading to potential maintenance
- Premature front suspension wear
- Timing chain noisy on high mileage
- ECU software updates often needed
- Timing chain tensioner wear on 3.7L V6
- Turbocharger issues on 3.5L EcoBoost under heavy load rare