Lincoln MKZ Tire Pressure

Lincoln MKZ models from 2007 to 2020 have recommended tire pressure of 33 psi to 38 psi based on model year, trim and original equipment tire size.

Lincoln MKZ is a passenger car offered in 10 trims and equipped with 4 original equipment tire size sets. You can find recommended tire pressure for Lincoln MKZ by model year, model trim or its original equipment tire size. Do not forget to check out frequently asked questions.


Select Lincoln MKZ year to see its original equipment tire sizes and corresponding tire inflation pressures.

2020 Lincoln MKZ Tire Pressure

Recommended tire pressure for 2020 Lincoln MKZ is 33 psi to 38 psi for front tires and 33 psi to 38 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
245/40R19 94V 36 psi 36 psi
245/40R19/XL 98W 38 psi 38 psi
245/45R18/XL 100W 33 psi 33 psi

2019 Lincoln MKZ Tire Pressure

Recommended tire pressure for 2019 Lincoln MKZ is 33 psi to 38 psi for front tires and 33 psi to 38 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
245/40R19 94V 36 psi 36 psi
245/40R19/XL 98W 38 psi 38 psi
245/45R18/XL 100W 33 psi 33 psi

2018 Lincoln MKZ Tire Pressure

Recommended tire pressure for 2018 Lincoln MKZ is 34 psi to 36 psi for front tires and 34 psi to 36 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
245/40R19 94V 36 psi 36 psi
245/45R18 96V 34 psi 34 psi

2017 Lincoln MKZ Tire Pressure

Recommended tire pressure for 2017 Lincoln MKZ is 34 psi to 36 psi for front tires and 34 psi to 36 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
245/40R19 94V 36 psi 36 psi
245/45R18 96V 34 psi 34 psi

2016 Lincoln MKZ Tire Pressure

Recommended tire pressure for 2016 Lincoln MKZ is 34 psi to 36 psi for front tires and 34 psi to 36 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
245/40R19 94V 36 psi 36 psi
245/40R19/XL 98Y 36 psi 36 psi
245/45R18/XL 100Y 34 psi 34 psi
245/45R18 96V 34 psi 34 psi

2015 Lincoln MKZ Tire Pressure

Recommended tire pressure for 2015 Lincoln MKZ is 34 psi to 36 psi for front tires and 34 psi to 36 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
245/40R19 94V 36 psi 36 psi
245/40R19/XL 98Y 36 psi 36 psi
245/45R18/XL 100Y 34 psi 34 psi
245/45R18 96V 34 psi 34 psi

2014 Lincoln MKZ Tire Pressure

Recommended tire pressure for 2014 Lincoln MKZ is 34 psi to 36 psi for front tires and 34 psi to 36 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
245/40R19 94V 36 psi 36 psi
245/40R19/XL 98Y 36 psi 36 psi
245/45R18/XL 100Y 34 psi 34 psi
245/45R18 96V 34 psi 34 psi

2013 Lincoln MKZ Tire Pressure

Recommended tire pressure for 2013 Lincoln MKZ is 34 psi to 36 psi for front tires and 34 psi to 36 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
245/40R19 94V 36 psi 36 psi
245/40R19/XL 98Y 36 psi 36 psi
245/45R18/XL 100Y 34 psi 34 psi
245/45R18 96V 34 psi 34 psi

2012 Lincoln MKZ Tire Pressure

Recommended tire pressure for 2012 Lincoln MKZ is 33 psi for front tires and 33 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
P225/45R18 91V 33 psi 33 psi
P225/50R17 93V 33 psi 33 psi

2011 Lincoln MKZ Tire Pressure

Recommended tire pressure for 2011 Lincoln MKZ is 33 psi for front tires and 33 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
P225/45R18 91V 33 psi 33 psi
P225/50R17 93V 33 psi 33 psi

2010 Lincoln MKZ Tire Pressure

Recommended tire pressure for 2010 Lincoln MKZ is 33 psi for front tires and 33 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
P225/45R18 91V 33 psi 33 psi
P225/50R17 93V 33 psi 33 psi

2009 Lincoln MKZ Tire Pressure

Recommended tire pressure for 2009 Lincoln MKZ is 33 psi for front tires and 33 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
P225/50R17 93V 33 psi 33 psi

2008 Lincoln MKZ Tire Pressure

Recommended tire pressure for 2008 Lincoln MKZ is 33 psi for front tires and 33 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
P225/50R17 93V 33 psi 33 psi

2007 Lincoln MKZ Tire Pressure

Recommended tire pressure for 2007 Lincoln MKZ is 33 psi for front tires and 33 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
P225/50R17 93V 33 psi 33 psi

Select Lincoln MKZ trim to see its original equipment tire sizes and corresponding tire inflation pressures.

Tire Pressure for Lincoln MKZ

Recommended tire inflation for Lincoln MKZ is 33 psi to 36 psi for front tires and 33 psi to 36 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
245/40R19 94V 36 psi 36 psi
245/40R19 98Y XL 36 psi 36 psi
245/45R18 100Y XL 33 - 34 psi 33 - 34 psi
245/45R18 96V 34 psi 34 psi
P225/45R18 91V 33 psi 33 psi
P225/50R17 93V 33 psi 33 psi

Tire Pressure for Lincoln MKZ Black Label

Recommended tire inflation for Lincoln MKZ Black Label is 36 psi for front tires and 36 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
245/40R19 94V 36 psi 36 psi
245/40R19 98Y XL 36 psi 36 psi

Tire Pressure for Lincoln MKZ Black Label Hybrid

Recommended tire inflation for Lincoln MKZ Black Label Hybrid is 36 psi for front tires and 36 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
245/40R19 94V 36 psi 36 psi
245/40R19 98Y XL 36 psi 36 psi

Tire Pressure for Lincoln MKZ Hybrid

Recommended tire inflation for Lincoln MKZ Hybrid is 33 psi to 36 psi for front tires and 33 psi to 36 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
245/40R19 94V 36 psi 36 psi
245/40R19 98Y XL 36 psi 36 psi
245/45R18 100Y XL 33 - 34 psi 33 - 34 psi
245/45R18 96V 34 psi 34 psi
P225/50R17 93V 33 psi 33 psi

Tire Pressure for Lincoln MKZ Premiere

Recommended tire inflation for Lincoln MKZ Premiere is 34 psi for front tires and 34 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
245/45R18 96V 34 psi 34 psi

Tire Pressure for Lincoln MKZ Premiere Hybrid

Recommended tire inflation for Lincoln MKZ Premiere Hybrid is 34 psi for front tires and 34 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
245/45R18 96V 34 psi 34 psi

Tire Pressure for Lincoln MKZ Reserve

Recommended tire inflation for Lincoln MKZ Reserve is 33 psi to 38 psi for front tires and 33 psi to 38 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
245/40R19 94V 36 psi 36 psi
245/40R19 98W XL 38 psi 38 psi
245/45R18 100W XL 33 psi 33 psi

Tire Pressure for Lincoln MKZ Reserve Hybrid

Recommended tire inflation for Lincoln MKZ Reserve Hybrid is 33 psi to 36 psi for front tires and 33 psi to 36 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
245/40R19 94V 36 psi 36 psi
245/45R18 100W XL 33 psi 33 psi

Tire Pressure for Lincoln MKZ Select

Recommended tire inflation for Lincoln MKZ Select is 34 psi to 36 psi for front tires and 34 psi to 36 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
245/40R19 94V 36 psi 36 psi
245/45R18 96V 34 psi 34 psi

Tire Pressure for Lincoln MKZ Select Hybrid

Recommended tire inflation for Lincoln MKZ Select Hybrid is 34 psi to 36 psi for front tires and 34 psi to 36 psi for rear tires.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
245/40R19 94V 36 psi 36 psi
245/45R18 96V 34 psi 34 psi

Recommended tire inflation for Lincoln MKZ original equipment tire sizes with matching trims and model years.

Tire Size Front Tire Pressure Rear Tire Pressure
245/40R19 94V 36 psi 36 psi
Years: 2013 - 2020
Trims: Base Model Hybrid Black Label Black Label Hybrid Reserve Reserve Hybrid Select Select Hybrid
245/40R19 98Y XL 36 - 38 psi 36 - 38 psi
Years: 2013 - 2020
Trims: Base Model Hybrid Black Label Black Label Hybrid Reserve Reserve Hybrid Select Select Hybrid
245/45R18 100Y XL 34 psi 34 psi
Years: 2013 - 2020
Trims: Base Model Hybrid Premiere Premiere Hybrid Select Select Hybrid Reserve Reserve Hybrid
245/45R18 96V 34 psi 34 psi
Years: 2013 - 2018
Trims: Base Model Hybrid Premiere Premiere Hybrid Select Select Hybrid Reserve Reserve Hybrid
P225/45R18 91V 33 psi 33 psi
Years: 2010 - 2012
Trims: Base Model
P225/50R17 93V 33 psi 33 psi
Years: 2007 - 2012
Trims: Base Model Hybrid

All listed data and/or calculations are for informational purposes only. TirePressure.com does not warrant or make any representations regarding the accuracy of or the results of the use of this information. Always refer to vehicle owner's manual for recommended tire pressure settings. Never overinflate or overload a tire beyond its maximum capabilities listed on sidewall.


What should Lincoln MKZ tire pressure be?

Recommended tire pressure for Lincoln MKZ tires ranges from 33 psi to 38 psi, as set by vehicle manufacturer according to model's original equipment tire size and gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) to optimize vehicle safety, performance and fuel efficiency.

Where to find recommended tire pressure for Lincoln MKZ?

Lincoln MKZ recommended tire pressure can be found in owner's manual, on a tire placard on the side of driver's door or door jam, on the trunk lid, in the console or on the fuel door. Tire inflation will be listed in psi (pounds per square inch), bar or kPa (kilopascals).

How to check tire pressure on Lincoln MKZ?

To check Lincoln MKZ tire pressure you will first need to determine its recommended tire pressure for the front and rear tires. Take off tire valve caps and use a tire pressure gauge to check tire inflation in every tire. Adjust Lincoln MKZ tire pressure to its recommended levels. If overinflated, let some air out by pressing down the center plunger in the valve stem. If underinflated, add air with tire inflator. Recheck tire pressure to make sure all tires are properly inflated. Replace the valve stem caps. Make sure to check tire pressure when tires are "cold" and have not been driven for at least 3 hours. Remember that the front and rear tire pressures may differ.

What is proper tire pressure for Lincoln MKZ replacement tires?

If you replace Lincoln MKZ original equipment tires with non-stock tires that have different size or load capacity, new tires may require substantially different inflation pressures. Use our tire pressure calculator to find proper tire inflation when switching to a different tire size.

What is recommended winter tire pressure for Lincoln MKZ?

Tire pressure fluctuates with ambient temperatures. When temperatures drop, Lincoln MKZ tires may lose approximately 1 psi of air pressure for every 10 degree Fahrenheit decrease. During winter Lincoln MKZ tires can be inflated 3 to 5 psi above the recommended tire pressure settings to compensate for lower temperatures. Do not overinflate above the maximum tire inflation pressure value indicated on tire sidewall. Make sure to check tire pressure regularly in the winter to keep tires properly inflated for a safe ride on snow and icy roads.

Is Lincoln MKZ equipped with Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)?

If your Lincoln MKZ is built after 2007, it is most likely equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System. Check owner's manual to see if your model has TPMS.

Why is Lincoln MKZ tire pressure light on?

If Lincoln MKZ TPMS warning light comes on and stays on, it means at least one of the tires is underinflated. If TPMS warning light goes on and off, fluctuating ambient temperatures may be the reason. If Lincoln MKZ TPMS warning light flashes for 90 seconds when you start the vehicle and then remains illuminated, the TPMS is not functioning properly and you should have it serviced.

How to reset tire pressure light on Lincoln MKZ?

To reset tire pressure light on Lincoln MKZ, follow the instructions in owner's manual. If tire pressure monitoring system will not reset, there may be a problem with tire pressure sensors.