2012 LINCOLN MKZ AUX

Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 12
Warning lights and chimes 12
Gauges 17
Message center 18
Entertainment Systems 27
AM/FM stereo with CDX6/MP3 27
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 35
USB port 37
Satellite radio information 39
Navigation system 42
SYNC42
Climate Controls 43
Dual automatic temperature control 43
Navigation system based climate control 46
Rear window defroster 50
Lights 52
Headlamps 52
Turn signal control 57
Bulb replacement 58
Driver Controls 67
Windshield wiper/washer control 67
Steering wheel adjustment 68
Power windows 73
Mirrors 75
Speed control 77
Moon roof 80
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d. RESET PIN:Press OK when RESET PIN is displayed. The display
will read ARE YOUR SURE. Press OK again to automatically reset the
PIN number to its initial password setting (1234). PIN RESET TO
DEFAULT PIN will be displayed.
e. RETURN:Press OK when RETURN is displayed and the system
will exit back to the satellite radio menu.
Sound Adjustments
Press SOUND repeatedly to cycle through the following features:
BASS:Press
SEEKto adjust the level of bass.
TREBLE:Press
SEEKto adjust the level of treble.
BALANCE:Press
SEEKto adjust the audio between the left
(L) and right (R) speakers.
FADE:Press
SEEKto adjust the audio between the back (B)
and front (F) speakers.
SPEED COMPENSATED VOLUME:With this feature on, radio volume
automatically gets louder with increasing vehicle speed to compensate
for road and wind noise.
The default setting isoff.
Use
SEEKto adjust between SPEED OFF and levels1–7:
Increasing the level from 1 (lowest setting) to 7 (highest setting) allows
the radio volume to automatically change slightly with vehicle speed to
compensate for road and wind noise.
Recommended level is1–3;SPEED OFF turns the feature off and level 7
is the maximum setting.
ALL SEATS (Occupancy mode, if equipped):Press SOUND
repeatedly to reach the Occupancy mode setting. Press
SEEKto
select and optimize sound for ALL SEATS, DRIVERS SEAT or REAR
SEATS.
Extra Features
AUX:Press for SYNCLINE IN (auxiliary audio mode).
For location and further information on auxiliary audio mode, refer to
Auxiliary input jacklater in this chapter.
For more information on SYNC, please refer toSYNCinformation
included with your vehicle for further information.
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OK/(Play/Pause):Your vehicle is equipped with special phone
and media features which will require you to confirm commands by
pressing OK. For further information, refer toSYNCinformation
included with your vehicle for further information.
(Phone):Press to access SYNC PHONE features. For further
information, please refer toSYNCinformation included with your vehicle
for further information.
Auxiliary input jack (Line in)
WARNING:Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that
drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may
take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of the vehicle. We recommend against the use of any
handheld device while driving, encourage the use of voice-operated
systems when possible and that you become aware of applicable state
and local laws that may affect use of electronic devices while driving.
Your vehicle is equipped with an
auxiliary input jack (AIJ). The
auxiliary input jack provides a way
to connect your portable music
player to the in-vehicle audio
system. This allows the audio from a
portable music player to be played
through the vehicle speakers with
high fidelity. To achieve optimal
performance, please observe the
following instructions when
attaching your portable music
device to the audio system.
If your vehicle is equipped with a
navigation system, refer to
Auxiliary input jacksection in the
Audio featureschapter of your
Navigation Systemsupplement.
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Required equipment:
1. Any portable music player designed to be used with headphones
2. An audio extension cable with stereo male 1/8 in. (3.5 mm)
connectors at each end
To play your portable music player using the auxiliary input jack:
1. Begin with the vehicle parked and the radio turned off.
2. Ensure that the battery in your portable music player is new or fully
charged and that the device is turned off.
3. Attach one end of the audio extension cable to the headphone output
of your player and the other end of the audio extension cable to the AIJ
in your vehicle.
4. Turn the radio on, using either a tuned FM station or a CD loaded into
the system. Adjust the volume to a comfortable listening level.
5. Turn the portable music player on and adjust the volume to 1/2 the
volume.
6. Press AUX on the vehicle radio repeatedly until LINE, LINE IN or
SYNC LINE IN appears in the display.
You should hear audio from your portable music player, although it may
be low.
7. Adjust the sound on your portable music player until it reaches the
level of the FM station or CD by switching back and forth between the
AUX and FM or CD controls.
Troubleshooting:
1. Do not connect the audio input jack to a line level output. Line level
outputs are intended for connection to a home stereo and are not
compatible with the AIJ. The AIJ will only work correctly with devices
that have a headphone output with a volume control.
2. Do not set the portable music player’s volume level higher than is
necessary to match the volume of the CD or FM radio in your audio
system as this will cause distortion and will reduce sound quality. Many
portable music players have different output levels, so not all players
should be set at the same levels. Some players will sound best at full
volume and others will need to be set at a lower volume.
3. If the music sounds distorted at lower listening levels, turn the
portable music player volume down. If the problems persists, replace or
recharge the batteries in the portable music player.
4. The portable music player must be controlled in the same manner
when it is used with headphones as the AIJ does not provide control
(play, pause, etc.) over the attached portable music player.
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CENTER CONSOLE
Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. These
include:
1. Cup holders with ambient lighting
(if equipped). Slide the door open
to access the cup holders.
2. Utility compartment with aux jack
and USB port, a power point, and
removable coin holder inside and a
secondary storage bin (on hinges
inside utility compartment).
Note:Slide the arm rest to the
rearward position to open the utility
compartment
3. Sliding arm rest.
WARNING:Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects
can injure you in a collision.
AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12V DC)
Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert
any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the
outlet and blow the fuse. Do not hang any type of accessory or
accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power
outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty.
Auxiliary power points can be found in the following locations:
•On the instrument panel
•In the center console utility compartment
Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element (if
equipped).
Note:Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette
lighter socket (if equipped). Improper use of the lighter can cause
damage not covered by your warranty, and can result in fire or serious
injury.
To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the power point(s)
over the vehicle capacity of 12V DC/180W. If the power point is not
working, a fuse may have blown. Refer toFuses and relaysin the
Roadside Emergencieschapter for information on checking and
replacing fuses.
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OPENING THE HOOD
1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood
release handle located under the
bottom of the instrument panel near
the steering column.
2. Go to the front of the vehicle and
release the auxiliary latch that is
located under the front center of
the hood.
3. Lift the hood and support it with the prop rod.
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MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES
Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number /
Ford specification
Brake fluidBetween MIN and
MAX on reservoirMotorcraftHigh
Performance DOT 3
Motor Vehicle Brake
FluidPM-1-C /
WSS-M6C62-A or
WSS-M6C65-A1
Door weatherstrips — Silicone Spray LubricantXL-6 /
ESR-M13P4-A
Door latch, hood latch,
auxiliary hood latch,
door hinges, striker
plates, seat tracks and
fuel filler door hinge—Multi-Purpose Grease
(Lithium grease)XG-4 or XL-5 or
equivalent /
ESB-M1C93-B
Lock cylinders —MotorcraftPenetrating
and Lock LubricantXL-1 /
None
Engine oil
1
5.5 quarts (5.2L)•MotorcraftSAE 5W-20
Premium Synthetic
Blend Motor Oil (US)
•MotorcraftSAE 5W-20
Full Synthetic Motor Oil
(US)
•MotorcraftSAE 5W-20
Super Premium Motor
Oil (Canada)
•MotorcraftSAE 5W-20
Synthetic Motor Oil
(Canada)
1
•XO-5W20-QSP (US)
•XO-5W-20-QFS (US)
•CXO-5W20–LSP12
(Canada)
•CXO-5W-20-LFS12
(Canada) /
WSS-M2C945-A with API
Certification Mark
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A
Accessory delay ..........................75
AdvanceTrac ..............................210
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ................142–143, 151, 154
and child safety seats ............144
description ..............143, 151, 154
disposal ....................................157
driver airbag ....143, 145, 152, 155
indicator light .........151, 153, 157
operation .........143, 145, 152, 155
passenger airbag ............143, 145,
152, 155
side airbag ...............................151
Air cleaner filter ...............306, 310
Air conditioning ....................43, 46
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................231
Ambient mood/lighting ...............58
AM/FM .........................................27
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................285
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................208–209
Anti-theft system ..............109, 113
arming the system ..................113
disarming a triggered
system .....................................114
Audio system (see Radio) .........27
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................217
fluid, adding ............................304
fluid, checking ........................304
fluid, refill capacities ..............311
fluid, specification ..................311
Selectshift (SST) ....................218Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....35
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........311
B
Battery .......................................283
acid, treating emergencies .....283
jumping a disabled battery ....255
maintenance-free ....................283
replacement, specifications ...310
servicing ..................................283
Belt-Minder.............................138
Blind Spot Information
System .......................................225
Blind spot mirror ......................224
Booster seats .............................172
Brakes ........................................208
anti-lock ...........................208–209
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................209
fluid, checking and adding ....304
fluid, refill capacities ..............311
fluid, specifications .................311
lubricant specifications ..........311
parking ....................................210
shift interlock ..........................215
Break-in period .............................5
Bulbs ............................................58
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....311
Car2UHome Automation
System .........................................82
CD ................................................27
Cell phone use ..............................9
Changing a tire .........................247
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