Hybrid Car Repair & Maintenance for 2011 Lincoln MKZ

Maintain Your Lincoln MKZ

Your Lincoln MKZ isn’t just a car. It’s a part of your lifestyle. Keep it running newer, longer and schedule your routine maintenance appointment today.

2011 Lincoln MKZ Maintenance

A little service can go a long way. Select a maintenance service below to learn about properly caring for your 2011 Lincoln MKZ.

Questions About 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Systems

  • Is it super expensive to repair Lincoln MKZ hybrid vehicle systems? The answer is, it depends. Some high voltage components are only available as parts of bigger units. Note that we do offer promotional financing with the Firestone credit card.* (*Subject to credit approval.)
  • Why is my Lincoln MKZ gas mileage getting worse? Let us check it out. Worsening fuel economy in your Lincoln MKZ may be related to a worn out or bad high voltage battery pack.
  • What does an illuminated check engine light mean on my Lincoln MKZ? The Lincoln MKZ check engine light could be illuminated because of a fouled oxygen sensor or a faulty fuse. Or, it might be due to a more serious issue, like a misfire. These are just a few potential reasons. Visit Firestone Complete Auto Care for a full diagnostic.

All-Around Care for Your 2011 Lincoln MKZ

Firestone Complete Auto Care offers hybrid car repair and maintenance. We service 2011 Lincoln MKZs like yours! That's right, the technicians at the Lincoln dealership aren't the only people who can service your hybrid vehicle. From the front tires to the taillights, your hybrid 2011 MKZ is taken care of with us. You can trust our technicians for everyday maintenance for your 2011 Lincoln MKZ, like brake pad/rotor replacement, tire service and repair, cabin air filter replacement, A/C service, wheel alignment, and even wiper replacement. Learn more about hybrid car care here, and book an appointment now for Lincoln MKZ maintenance.

2011 Lincoln MKZ High Voltage Services

Hybrid vehicles can vary — a lot. Some are called "hybrids" because they use battery power to propel or help propel the vehicle, some hybrids may or may not plug-in to charge, and some may or may not have regenerative braking. Some hybrids even come equipped with a conventional 12-volt battery and a high-voltage battery. With so many differences between hybrid cars, trucks, and SUVs, your 2011 Lincoln MKZ needs a professional who knows hybrids. We'll help your hybrid run newer, longer. Your neighborhood Firestone Complete Auto Care location is fully equipped to provide low voltage and conventional services for all hybrid vehicles, including Lincoln MKZs.

Select locations also offer high voltage services. A high voltage service is one that involves removing the Lincoln's high voltage safety/service disconnect plug/switch, servicing any high voltage cables, the power inverter, the electric machines/motors, the high voltage battery pack, high voltage A/C compressor, etc. Call ahead of time to ensure your closest location offers high voltage services. Some of these high voltage vehicle services may include:

Hybrid vehicle diagnostic: Once we understand the reported issues, a diagnostic is the next step we take when you bring your 2011 Lincoln MKZ in to identify the root cause. a diagnostic is performed to get to the bottom of the trouble with your 2011 Lincoln MKZ. With more information in hand, your technician can solve your hybrid car problems or determine if any more tests need to be performed. We won't perform any repairs without your approval.

Hybrid high voltage battery cooling system inspections: Your technician will inspect the MKZ's battery filter (if applicable) and clean the ducts of the battery. (This applies to air-cooled high voltage batteries. Liquid-cooled or refrigerant-cooled high voltage batteries are inspected differently.)

High voltage cable inspection: The technician will inspect the exterior of the cable jackets and connectors on your Lincoln MKZ and test to confirm that high voltage isn't making its way to the chassis. They'll let you know if the cable is damaged and needs replacement.

Isolation test: For this test, a technician uses a special tool to see if any high voltage parts are "leaking" electric energy to the chassis.

Remove and replace hybrid electric battery: Is the high voltage battery inside your Lincoln MKZ failing or weak? Let us replace it for you.

Health check for power electronic systems: We'll examine the power inverter, regenerative braking, and/or electric drive motor(s)/machine(s) in your 2011 Lincoln MKZ.

These are just a few of the more specialized hybrid car services that might be offered at your local Firestone Complete Auto Care. Call ahead to confirm!

2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Maintenance

Don't wait for unusual leaks, smells, or sounds to come from your hybrid vehicle to make an appointment. Stay on top of your 2011 Lincoln MKZ manufacturer suggested maintenance items to help prevent issues in the first place! Your nearby technician know how to perform MKZ scheduled maintenance to help keep your car running newer, longer.

We get pretty "charged up" thinking about the future of hybrid car care. You are, too, just by driving and taking care of your 2011 Lincoln MKZ! Schedule an appointment now for convenient hybrid vehicle repair and service for your 2011 Lincoln MKZ! Tons of locations remain open into the evening and on weekends.