Seating and Safety Restraints 107
Seating 107
Safety restraints 120
Airbags 134
Child restraints 149
Tires, Wheels and Loading 167
Tire information 169
Tire inflation 171
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 184
Vehicle loading 189
Trailer towing 196
Recreational towing 200
Driving 202
Starting 202
Brakes 207
AdvanceTrac209
Transmission operation 216
Reverse sensing system 218
Roadside Emergencies 229
Getting roadside assistance 229
Hazard flasher control 230
Fuel pump shut-off switch 231
Fuses and relays 231
Changing tires 239
Wheel lug nut torque 245
Jump starting 246
Wrecker towing 251
Customer Assistance 253
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 259
Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 259
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CONGRATULATIONS
Congratulations on acquiring your new Lincoln. Please take the time to
get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The
more you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the
safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it.
For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the
following website:
•In the United States: www.ford.com
•In Canada: www.ford.ca
•In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx
•In Australia: www.ford.com.au
Additional owner information is given in separate publications.
This Owner’s Guide describes every option and model variant available
and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your
particular vehicle. Furthermore, due to printing cycles it may describe
options before they are generally available.
Remember to pass on the Owner’s Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is
an integral part of the vehicle.
WARNING: Fuel pump shut-off switch:In the event of an
accident the safety switch will automatically cut off the fuel
supply to the engine. The switch can also be activated through sudden
vibration (e.g. collision when parking). To reset the switch, refer to the
Fuel pump shut-off switchin theRoadside Emergencieschapter.
SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
Warning symbols in this guide
How can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? In
this guide, answers to such questions are contained in comments
highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should be
read and observed.
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To access this information, special equipment must be directly
connected to the recording modules. Ford Motor Company and
Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder information
without obtaining consent, unless pursuant to court order or
where required by law enforcement, other government authorities
or other third parties acting with lawful authority. Other parties
may seek to access the information independently of Ford Motor
Company and Ford of Canada. To the extent that any law
pertaining to Event Data Recording applies to SYNCor its
features, please note the following: Once 911 Assist (if equipped)
is enabled (set ON), 911 Assist may, through any paired and
connected cell phone, disclose to emergency services that the
vehicle has been in a crash involving the deployment of an airbag
or, in certain vehicles, the activation of the fuel pump shut-off.
Certain versions or updates to 911 Assist may also be capable of
electronically or verbally disclosing to 911 operators the vehicle
location, and/or other details about the vehicle or crash to assist
911 operators to provide the most appropriate emergency
services. If you do not want to disclose this information, do not
activate the feature. See your SYNCsupplement for more
information. Additionally, when you connect to Traffic, Directions
and Information (if equipped, U.S. only), the service uses GPS
technology and advanced vehicle sensors to collect the vehicle’s
current location, travel direction, and speed (“vehicle travel
information”) only to help provide you with the directions, traffic
reports, or business searches you request. If you do not want
Ford or its vendors to receive this information, do not activate
the service. Ford Motor Company and the vendors it uses to
provide you with this information do not store your vehicle travel
information. For more information, see Traffic, Directions and
Information, Terms and Conditions. See your SYNCsupplement
for more information.
CELL PHONE USE
The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasingly
important in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However,
drivers must not compromise their own or others’ safety when using
such equipment. Mobile Communications can enhance personal safety
and security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency
situations. Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications
equipment to avoid negating these benefits.
Mobile Communication Equipment includes, but is not limited to cellular
phones, pagers, portable email devices, in-vehicle communications
systems, telematics devices and portable two-way radios.
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These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Safety Alert
See Owner’s Guide
Fasten Safety BeltAirbag - Front
Airbag - SideChild Seat Lower
Anchor
Child Seat Tether
AnchorBrake System
Anti-Lock Brake SystemParking Brake System
Brake Fluid -
Non-Petroleum BasedParking Aid System
Stability Control SystemSpeed Control
Master Lighting SwitchHazard Warning Flasher
Fog Lamps-FrontFuse Compartment
Fuel Pump ResetWindshield Wash/Wipe
Windshield
Defrost/DemistRear Window
Defrost/Demist
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MPG (L/100km)
Average fuel economy displays your average fuel economy in miles/gallon
or liters/100 km.
If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing distance traveled
by gallons of fuel used (liters of fuel used by 100 kilometers traveled),
your figure may be different than displayed for the following reasons:
•Your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill-up
•Differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps at
service stations
•Variations in top-off procedure from one fill-up to another
•Rounding of the displayed values to the nearest 0.1 gallon (liter)
1. Drive the vehicle at least 5 miles (8 km) with the speed control
system engaged to display a stabilized average.
2. Record the highway fuel economy for future reference.
It is important to press the RESET button (press and hold RESET for
two seconds in order to reset the function) after setting the speed
control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings.
For more information refer toEssentials of good fuel economyin the
Maintenance and Specificationschapter.
AVERAGE MPH (km/h)
Displays the vehicle’s average speed. Press and hold RESET to reset
your average speed.
TIME1OR2
Timer displays the trip elapsed drive time.
To operate, do the following:
1. Press and release RESET to start the timer.
2. Press and release RESET to pause the timer.
3. Press and hold RESET until the timer resets.
COMPASS
The compass heading is displayed in the message center display.
The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large
buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magnetic
or metallic objects placed in, on or near the vehicle may also affect
compass accuracy.
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FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH
This device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the engine
when your vehicle has had a substantial jolt.
After an accident, if the engine cranks but does not start, this switch
may have been activated.
This switch is located behind a
panel on the left side of the cargo
area.
To reset the switch:
1. Turn the ignition to off.
2. Check the fuel system for leaks.
3. If no leaks are apparent, reset the
switch by pressing in on the reset
button.
4. Turn the ignition to on.
5. Wait a few seconds and return
the key to off.
6. Make another check for leaks.
7. If no leaks are apparent, restart
the vehicle.
FUSES AND RELAYS
Fuses
If electrical components in the
vehicle are not working, a fuse may
have blown. Blown fuses are
identified by a broken wire within
the fuse. Check the appropriate
fuses before replacing any electrical
components.
Note:Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage
rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire
damage and could start a fire.
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
16 30A** Front heated seats
17 20A** Cigar lighter/Power point
18 20A** Panoramic moon roof
19 — Fuel pump diode
20 — Powertrain control module (PCM) relay
21 7.5A* PCM – keep alive power
22 — Trailer tow left stop/turn lamp relay
23 — One-touch integrated start diode
24 10A* Trailer tow left stop/turn lamp
25 — Rear seat release relay
26 — Fuel pump relay
27 10A* Rear seat release
28 15A* Heated mirror
29 — Heated mirror relay
30 15A* Vehicle power 1
31 10A* Vehicle power 3
32 10A* Vehicle power 2
33 15A* Vehicle power 4
34 — Not used
35 10A* A/C clutch
36 — Not used
37 — A/C clutch relay
38 — Rear window defroster relay
39 40A** Rear window defroster
40 — Not used
41 30A** Starter
42 — Starter relay
43 — Backup lamp relay
44 10A* Backup lamps
45 — Not used
46 10A* Trailer tow right stop/turn lamp
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
47 — Trailer tow right stop/turn lamp relay
48 — Run/start relay
49 10A* PCM ISPR
50 10A* ABS Run/start
51 5A* Adaptive lighting
52 5A* Fuel pump diode feed
53 30A** Passenger compartment fuse panel
run/start
54 — Not used
55 — Not used
56 — A/C clutch diode
57 40A** Anti-lock brake system valves
58 30A** Front wipers
59 30A** Power liftgate
60 30A** Driver power seat/memory module
61 30A** Passenger power seat
62 — Not used
63 40A** Blower motor
64 20A** Cigar lighter/Power point
65 20A** Cigar lighter/Power point
66 20A** Cigar lighter/Power point
67 — Not used
68 15A* Fuel pump
69 — Not used
70 — Not used
71 10A* Brake on/off switch (brake lights)
72 — Not used
* Mini Fuses ** Cartridge Fuses
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