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WEAR AND USE EXPLAINED 

 

At Lincoln Automotive Financial Services, we’re drivers too. We understand that life happens, so certain items may be covered. When planning to return your vehicle, we recommend a complimentary inspection. Simply call us about 45 days prior to your expected return date to make arrangements. 

In the meantime, read on to see what is chargeable. You can also refer to the wear and use guidelines mailed to you prior to lease-end or download our Wear and Use Guide.

CHARGEABLE ITEMS INCLUDE

Chargeable Items for Wear and Use of a Lincoln Lease

Item

Description

1.  Body Panels    

More than three scratches longer than four (4) inches per panel, dings, dents or holes

More than 15 paint chips per panel

2. Glass           

Repair charges will apply up to two chips/cracks per panel under one inch in diameter (except heated windshields)

All other damage will result in replacement changes

3. Wheels    

Scratches or gouges greater than six (6) inches

4. Tires

Sidewall damage/plugs and exposed cords/belts

Must be appropriate match for the vehicle

5. Interior Burn Holes

More than two (2) per panel greater than 1/8 inch in diameter

6. Internal Cuts and Tears

More than two (2) per panel greater than 1/2 inch

7. Interior Permanent Stains

More than one 1/2 inch stain per panel

Miscellaneous

Broken and missing parts, poor-quality repairs and mechanical and electrical malfunctions

Chargeable Items for Wear and Use of a Lincoln Lease

Item

1.  Body Panels    

Description

More than three scratches longer than four (4) inches per panel, dings, dents or holes

More than 15 paint chips per panel

Item

2. Glass           

Description

Repair charges will apply up to two chips/cracks per panel under one inch in diameter (except heated windshields)

All other damage will result in replacement changes

Item

3. Wheels    

Description

Scratches or gouges greater than six (6) inches

Item

4. Tires

Description

Sidewall damage/plugs and exposed cords/belts

Must be appropriate match for the vehicle

Item

5. Interior Burn Holes

Description

More than two (2) per panel greater than 1/8 inch in diameter

Item

6. Internal Cuts and Tears

Description

More than two (2) per panel greater than 1/2 inch

Item

7. Interior Permanent Stains

Description

More than one 1/2 inch stain per panel

Item

Miscellaneous

Description

Broken and missing parts, poor-quality repairs and mechanical and electrical malfunctions

This is not a comprehensive list of all wear and use guidelines. See your Lease Agreement for details.

Some chargeable items may be covered by your insurance. If considering a claim, please allow sufficient time for repairs.

 

THE MILES MATTER TOO

Check your Lease Agreement, your online account or give us a call to confirm how many miles your current lease allows. If you’ve exceeded that amount, there will be an additional fee.

 

AND WHEN YOU RETURN YOUR VEHICLE...

  • Check all storage areas to make sure you remove all personal items
  • Perform a master reset of the SYNC®/Navigation System
  • Return all keys, manuals and original accessories, including charging cords for electric vehicles
  • Don’t forget to cancel automatic monthly payments