2013 LINCOLN MKX Owners Manual

AUTOLAMPS
WARNING:In severe weather conditions, it may be necessary to
switch your headlamps on manually.
Note:If the vehicle is equipped with autolamps, it will have the
windshield wiper rainlamp feature.When the windshield wipers are
turned to low- or high-speed wiping during daylight, and the headlamp
control is in the autolamp position, the exterior lamps will turn on after a
brief delay and will remain on until the wipers are turned off.
The autolamp system provides light
sensitive automatic on-off control of
the exterior lights normally
controlled by the headlamp control.
The headlamps will remain on for a
period of time after you switch the
ignition off. You can adjust the time
delay using the message center in
the instrument cluster. See
Information displays.
INSTRUMENT LIGHTING DIMMER
Press repeatedly or press and hold
until the desired level is reached.
Note:In the uplevel message center
only, a message will pop up that will
show incrementally where the
dimmer is in relation to the dimming
steps. These steps will also vary for
daytime and night time dimming.
Note:If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery is
installed, the dimmer will set the illuminated components to the
maximum setting automatically.
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HEADLAMP EXIT DELAY
You can set the delay time to keep the headlamps on for up to three
minutes after the ignition is turned off.
Follow the steps below to change the delay time (Steps 1 through 6 must
be done within 10 seconds):
1. Turn the vehicle off.
2. Turn the lighting control to the autolamp position.
3. Turn the lighting control to the off position.
4. Turn the vehicle on and then turn the vehicle off.
5. Turn the lighting control to the autolamp position (the headlights
should turn on).
6. Turn the lighting control to the off position when the desired delay
time (up to three minutes) has been reached.
Note:You can also adjust the time delay using the display controls in the
instrument cluster. See theInformation Displayschapter.
DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk
or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp (DRL)
system does not activate the tail lamps and generally may not provide
adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your
headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision.
The system switches the headlamps on with a reduced output (vehicles
equipped with halogen headlamps) or turns the front fog lamps on
(vehicles equipped with HID headlamps) in low light situations.
To switch the system on:
1. Switch the ignition on.
2. Switch the lighting control to the off, autolamp or parking lamp
position.
3. Make sure the transmission selector lever is not in position P.
4. Make sure the parking brake is disengaged.
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FRONT FOG LAMPS
The fog lamps can be turned on when the
lighting control is in the headlamps, parking
lamps or autolamps positions and the high
beams are not turned on.
ADAPTIVE HEADLAMPS (if equipped)
The headlamp beams move in the same direction as the steering wheel
which provides more visibility when driving around curves.
A. Without adaptive headlamps
B. With adaptive headlamps
Note:
The system has a power-up movement check feature. When the
vehicle is started, the lamps track left to right, then back to center to alert
the driver that the system is working properly. There is a delay of two to
five seconds before the adaptive headlamp system will operate when the
vehicle is driven, as the system is inactive below 3 mph (5 km/h).
B
A
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DIRECTION INDICATORS
The turn signal lever does not mechanically lock in the upward or
downward position when activated. The turn signal control activation and
cancellation is electronic.
•Push down to activate the left turn
signal.
•Push up to activate the right turn
signal.
•Push the lever again in either direction to manually cancel turn signal
operation.
Note:Tap the lever up or down to make the direction indicators flash
only three times to indicate a lane change.
INTERIOR LAMPS
Dome lamp control
Use to manually turn the dome lamp on.
•Press the control. This will turn on the
interior courtesy lights. The lights will
remain on until the control is pressed again.
Front Row Map Lamps (If Equipped)
To turn on the map lamps, press the
outer edge of the clear lens. The front
row map lamp lights when:
•any door is opened.
•the dome lamp button on the
instrument panel is activated.
•the remote entry controls are
pressed and the ignition is off.
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Map/dome lamp (if equipped)
The dome lamp lights when:
•any door is opened.
•the dome lamp button on the
instrument panel is activated.
•any of the remote entry controls
are pressed and the ignition is off.
The map lamps are activated by pressing the controls on either side of
the lens.
Rear courtesy lamp
Located in the rear cargo area, the courtesy
lamp lights when:
•any door is opened.
•any of the remote entry controls are
pressed and the ignition is off.
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POWER WINDOWS
WARNING:Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and
do not let children play with the power windows. They may
seriously injure themselves.
WARNING:When closing the power windows, you should verify
they are free of obstructions and make sure that children and
pets are not in the proximity of the window openings.
Press or lift the switches to operate
the windows.
•Press the switch to the first
detent and hold to open the
window.
•Lift the switch to the first detent
and hold to close the window.
Rear Window Buffeting
You may hear a wind throb or buffeting noise when one or both of the
rear windows are open. This noise can be reduced by lowering a front
window approximately 2–3 inches (5–8 centimeters).
One-Touch Up or Down (Front Windows)
This feature automatically opens or closes the window.
Press or lift the switch completely and release. The window will fully
open or close. Press or lift it again to stop the window.
Global Opening
Note:The ignition must be off and the accessory delay feature must not
be activated to operate this feature.
Press and hold the unlock button on the remote control to begin opening
the front windows and venting the moonroof (if equipped). Release the
button once motion starts. The windows and moonroof will continue
opening.
Press the lock or unlock button on the remote control to stop motion.
Bounce-Back
The window will stop automatically while closing and reverse some
distance if there is an obstacle in the way.
AUTOAUTO
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Overriding the Bounce-Back Feature
Pull up the window switch and hold within two seconds of the window
reaching the bounce-back position. The window will travel up with no
bounce-back protection. The window will stop if the switch is released
before the window is fully closed.
Accessory Delay
You can use the window switches for several minutes after you turn the
ignition off, or until either front door is opened.
Window Lock
A. Unlock
B. Lock
Press the control to lock or unlock the rear window controls.
EXTERIOR MIRRORS
Power Exterior Mirrors
WARNING:Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in
motion.
A. Left-hand mirror
B. Off
C. Right-hand mirror
To adjust your mirrors:
1. Select the mirror you want to adjust.
2. Move the control in the direction you want to tilt the mirror.
3. Return the control to the center position to lock mirrors in place.
AB
B
AC
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Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors
Push the mirror toward the door window glass. Make sure that you fully
engage the mirror in its support when returning it to its original position.
Heated Exterior Mirror
Note:Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to
readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place. These actions could
cause damage to the glass and mirrors.
Note:Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh
abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products.
Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice, mist and fog when
the rear window defrost is activated.
Memory Mirrors
Mirror positions can be saved and recalled through the memory function.
Refer to theSeatschapter.
Auto-Dimming Feature
The driver’s sideview mirror will automatically dim when the interior
auto-dimming mirror is activated.
Signal Indicator Mirrors (If Equipped)
The outer portion of the appropriate mirror housing will blink when the
turn signal is activated.
Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors (If Equipped)
WARNING:Objects in the blind spot mirror are closer than they
appear.
Blind spot mirrors have an integrated convex mirror built into the upper
outboard corner of the exterior mirrors. They are designed to assist you
by increasing visibility along the side of your vehicle.
Check the main mirror first before a lane change, then check the blind
spot mirror. If no vehicles are present in the blind spot mirror and the
traffic in the adjacent lane is at a safe distance, signal that you are going
to change lanes. Glance over your shoulder to verify traffic is clear, and
carefully change lanes.
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