2008 LINCOLN MARK LT tailgate

Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 12
Warning lights and chimes 12
Gauges 16
Entertainment Systems 19
How to get going 19
AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD 23
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 31
Satellite radio information 36
Family entertainment system 38
Climate Controls 68
Automatic temperature control 68
Rear window defroster 71
Lights 72
Headlamps 72
Turn signal control 75
Bulb replacement 77
Driver Controls 82
Windshield wiper/washer control 82
Steering wheel adjustment 82
Power windows 88
Mirrors 90
Speed control 93
Message center 102
Tailgate 111
Locks and Security 120
Keys 120
Locks 120
Anti-theft system 131
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Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal/sidemarker bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the
position and open the
hood.
2. At the top and inboard side of the
headlamp, peel the protective cover
back from the lower screws and
loosen the three retaining screws.
3. Once the three retaining screws
have been removed, disengage the
tab at the top center of the
headlamp assembly by lifting it up.
4. Slide the headlamp assembly
forward disconnecting the snap
attachment at the fender.
5. Remove bulb socket from the
lamp assembly by turning it
counterclockwise and then pull the
bulb straight out.
Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order.
Replacing tail/brake/turn signal/backup lamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the
position.
2. Open the tailgate to expose the
lamp assembly bolts and remove the
two bolts from the tail lamp
assembly.
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3. Carefully pull the lamp assembly
straight rearward from the tailgate
pillar to disengage two hidden
snap-in retainers.
4. Remove bulb socket from the
lamp assembly by turning it
counterclockwise.
5. Pull bulb straight out of socket
and press in the new bulb.
Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order.
Replacing high-mount brake and cargo lamp bulbs
Make sure the headlamp control is
in the
position.
1. Remove the two screws and move
the lamp assembly away from the
vehicle to expose the bulb sockets.
2. Remove the bulb socket by
rotating counterclockwise and
pulling it out of the lamp assembly.
3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb.
Install the new bulbs in reverse order.
Replacing fog lamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the
position.
2. Remove the bulb socket from the
fog lamp by turning
counterclockwise.
3. Disconnect the electrical
connector from the fog lamp bulb.
Install the new bulb in reverse order.
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Position the floor mat so that the
eyelet is over the pointed end of the
retention post. Make sure that the
mat does not interfere with the
operation of the accelerator or the
brake pedal. To remove the floor
mat, reverse the installation
procedure.
TAILGATE LOCK
Your vehicle may be equipped with a
tailgate lock designed to help
prevent theft of the tailgate.
•Insert ignition key and turn to the
right to engage lock.
•Turn ignition key to the left to
unlock.
Tailgate removal
Your tailgate is removable to allow more room for loading.
Note:If equipped with a Reverse Camera System (RCS), do steps 1
through 3 before removing the tailgate.
1. Before removal of the tailgate,
locate and disconnect the tailgate
in-line connector under the pickup
box on the right-hand side of the
vehicle near the spare tire
2. Install a protective cap (located
in the glove box) onto the vehicle
in-line RCS connector.
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3. Partially lower tailgate and carefully feed tailgate harness up through
the truck box and the bumper. Secure the tailgate harness onto the
vehicle box.
4. Lower the tailgate.
5. Use a screwdriver to pry the
spring clip (on each connector) past
the head of the support screw.
Disconnect cable.
6. Disconnect the other cable.
7. Lift tailgate to a 45-degree angle
from horizontal.
8. Lift right side off of its hinge.
9. Lift tailgate to a 80-degree angle from horizontal.
10. Remove tailgate from left side hinge by sliding tailgate to the right.
To install, follow the removal procedures in reverse order.
BEDRAILS (IF EQUIPPED)
•This bedrail is for appearance use only.
To help prevent injury, do not use bedrail to retain cargo.
•Retain cargo with the pickup tiedown hooks.
BED EXTENDER (IF EQUIPPED)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a bed extender designed to extend
the pickup box for larger loads.
To extend the bed extender:
1. Lower tailgate.
2. Pull the lever on each side of the
bed extender to release it from the
pickup box.
3. Lift the bed extender over onto
the tailgate.
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4. Evenly push down on the bed
extender and push the lever in on
each side locking it in place.
To stow the bed extender, follow
steps one through four in reverse
order.
The bed extender may be used to
secure a load of up to 100 lb
(45 kg) on the tailgate.
The bed extender should always
be kept in the stowed position with the tailgate closed when not
in use.
Activating bed extender Theft
Deterrent Device:
The following procedure can be
done with the bed extender in the
stowed or extended position.
1. Locate the Phillips head screw in
the middle of the vertical brace in
front of the locking clip.
2. Turn the screw counterclockwise
until you hear an audible click.
3. To deactivate, turn the screw clockwise until the locking clip moves
freely.
To remove the bed extender:
1. Extend the bed extender.
2. Pull the lever on each side of the
bed extender to unlock it.
Make sure the locking clip screws
are loose before removing the bed
extender.
3. Press the locking clips below the
middle bar and lift the bed extender
out of the channels on the “D” pillar.
To install the bed extender, follow the removal procedure in reverse
order.
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The RSS detects obstacles up to 6 feet
(2 meters) from the rear bumper with
a decreased coverage area at the outer
corners of the bumper, (refer to the
figures for approximate zone coverage
areas). As you move closer to the
obstacle, the rate of the tone increases.
When the obstacle is less than 10
inches (25.0 cm) away, the tone will
sound continuously. If the RSS detects
a stationary or receding object further
than 10 inches (25.0 cm) from the side
of the vehicle, the tone will sound for
only three seconds. Once the system
detects an object approaching, the
tone will sound again.
While receiving a warning the radio
volume may be reduced to a
predetermined level. After the
warning goes away, the radio will
return to the previous volume.
The RSS may have reduced performance or an increased chance of false
detection if the tailgate is not locked and in the upright position. If the
tailgate is down, the RSS tone may be heard intermittently or
continuously. The tone may also be heard if items in the truck bed
protrude rearward outside the bed.
The RSS automatically turns on when
the gearshift lever is placed in R
(Reverse) and the ignition is ON. An
RSS control allows the driver to turn
the RSS on and off. To turn the RSS off,
the ignition must be ON, and the gear
selector in R (Reverse). An indicator
light on the control will illuminate when
the system is turned off. If the indicator light illuminates when the RSS is not
turned off, it may indicate a failure in the RSS. The RSS will remain off until
either the RSS control is pushed again or the ignition switch is recycled.
Keep the RSS sensors (located on the rear bumper/fascia) free
from snow, ice and large accumulations of dirt (do not clean the
sensors with sharp objects). If the sensors are covered, it will
affect the accuracy of the RSS.
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If your vehicle sustains damage to the rear bumper/fascia, leaving
it misaligned or bent, the sensing zone may be altered causing
inaccurate measurement of obstacles or false alarms.
REVERSE CAMERA SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
The reverse camera system, located
on the tailgate, provides a video
image (which appears in the rear
view mirror) of the area behind the
vehicle. It adds assistance to the
driver while reversing or reverse
parking the vehicle.
To use the reverse camera system,
place the transmission in R
(Reverse); an image will display on
the left portion of the rear view
mirror. The area displayed on the
screen may vary according to the
vehicle orientation and/or road
condition.
•(1) Centerline of vehicle
•(2) Rear bumper
•(3) Red zone
•(4) Yellow zone
•(5) Green zone
Always use caution while backing.
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