2012 LINCOLN MKZ Mykey

Condition Potential Causes
Cannot clear MyKey•Key in the ignition is a MyKey
•No MyKeysare programmed to the
vehicle. Refer toCreate a MyKey
section
•Vehicle has been started using a
remote start system that is
programmed as a MyKey. Refer to
MyKeywith remote start systems
section.
Lost the only admin key•Purchase a new key from your
authorized dealer
Lost any key•For programming spare keys, refer
to theProgramming spare keys
section in this chapter.
I accidentally programmed all
keys as MyKeys•Vehicle has a remote start system
that is recognized as an admin key.
Refer to theUsing MyKeywith
remote start systemssection to reset
all MyKeysas admin keys.
MyKeyprogrammed total
includes one additional key•Unknown key has been programmed
to the vehicle as a MyKey.
•Vehicle is equipped with a remote
start system. Refer toUsing MyKey
with remote start systemssection.
Admin keys programmed total
includes one additional key•Unknown key has been programmed
to the vehicle as admin key.
•Vehicle is equipped with a remote
start system. Refer toUsing MyKey
with remote start systemssection.
MyKeymiles do not
accumulate•MyKeyis not being used by the
intended user.
•MyKeysystem has been recently
cleared.
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The AdvanceTracsystem includes
one of these stability control switches
located on the instrument panel.
The stability control light and the
stability control off light located in
the instrument cluster will
illuminate temporarily during
start-up as part of a normal system
self-check. The stability control light may illuminate (flash) during
certain driving situations which cause the AdvanceTracsystem to
operate. If the stability control light illuminates steadily, have the system
serviced by an authorized dealer immediately. If equipped with a
message center, the vehicle will also indicate a failure with the
AdvanceTracsystem.
Note:If the system cannot be turned off, refer toMyKeyin theLocks
and Securitychapter for more information.
When AdvanceTracperforms a normal system self-check, some drivers
may notice a slight movement of the brake, and/or a rumble, grunting, or
grinding noise after startup and when driving off.
When an event occurs that activates AdvanceTracyou may experience
the following:
•A slight deceleration of the vehicle
•The stability control light will flash.
•If your foot is on the brake pedal, a vibration in the pedal
•If the driving condition is severe and your foot is not on the brake, the
brake pedal may move as the systems applies higher brake forces. You
may also hear a whoosh of air from under the instrument panel during
this severe condition.
•The brake pedal may feel stiffer than usual.
Traction control system (TCS)
Traction control is a driver aid feature that helps your vehicle maintain
traction of the wheels, typically when driving on slippery and/or hilly
road surfaces, by detecting and controlling wheel spin.
Excessive wheel spin is controlled in two ways, which may work
separately or in tandem; engine traction control and brake traction
control. Engine traction control works to limit drive-wheel spin by
momentarily reducing engine power. Brake traction control works to limit
wheel spin by momentarily applying the brakes to the wheel that is
slipping. Traction control is most active at low speeds.
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running out of fuel .........254, 296
Emission control system ..........300
Engine ........................................314
cleaning ...................................270
coolant .....................................285
fail-safe cooling .......................289
idle speed control ...................283
lubrication specifications .......311
refill capacities ........................311
service points ..........................278
starting after a collision .........240
Engine block heater .................206
Engine oil ..................................280
checking and adding ..............280
dipstick ....................................280
filter, specifications ........282, 310
recommendations ...................282
refill capacities ........................311
specifications ..........................311
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................206
F
Fail safe cooling ........................289
Fleet MyKey programming ........91
Floor mats .............................88–89
Fluid capacities .........................311
Fog lamps ....................................54
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road .......................231
Fuel ............................................291
calculating fuel
economy ............................21, 297
cap ...........................................293
capacity ...................................311
choosing the right fuel ...........294
detergent in fuel .....................295filler funnel .............................296
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................291, 293, 297
filter, specifications ........291, 310
fuel pump shut-off switch .....240
improving fuel economy ........297
octane rating ...................295, 314
quality ......................................295
running out of fuel .........254, 296
safety information relating
to automotive fuels ................291
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......240
Fuses ..................................240–241
G
Garage door opener ....................82
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............293
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................297
Gauges .........................................17
H
Hazard flashers .........................239
Headlamps ...................................52
aiming ..................................55–56
autolamp system .......................53
bulb specifications ....................59
daytime running lights .............55
flash to pass ..............................54
high beam .................................54
replacing bulbs .........................60
turning on and off ....................52
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................43, 46
Hood ..........................................277
I
Ignition ...............................203, 314
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Illuminated visor mirror .............69
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................163
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................302
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................272
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................55
J
Jack ............................................247
positioning ...............................247
storage .....................................247
Jump-starting your vehicle ......255
K
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................96
keypad .....................................107
locking and unlocking doors ..108
programming entry code .......107
Keys .....................................90, 111
positions of the ignition .........203
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................53
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................59
daytime running light ...............55
fog lamps ...................................54
headlamps .................................52
headlamps, flash to pass ..........54
instrument panel, dimming .....55
interior lamps .....................57, 60
replacing bulbs .........................60LATCH anchors .........................167
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........209
Load limits .................................195
Locks
autolock .....................................96
childproof ................................100
doors ..........................................96
Lubricant specifications ...........311
Lug nuts ....................................253
Lumbar support, seats .............119
M
Message center .....................18–19
english/metric button ...............23
system check button ................23
warning messages .....................23
Mirrors ...................................75–76
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................75
heated ..................................46, 76
programmable memory ..........104
side view mirrors (power) .......76
Moon roof ....................................80
Motorcraftparts ..............275, 310
MyKey ..........................................91
N
Navigation system .......................42
O
Octane rating ............................295
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................280
P
Parental MyKey programming ...91
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