2013 LINCOLN MKX Side mirror

System Sensors
WARNING:Just prior to the system recognizing a blocked
condition and alerting the driver, the number of missed objects
will increase. To help avoid injuries, NEVER use the BLISas a
replacement for using the side and rear view mirrors and looking over
your shoulder before changing lanes. BLISis not a replacement for
careful driving and only an assist.
Note:It is possible to get a blockage warning with no blockage present;
this is rare and known as a false blockage warning. A false blocked
condition either self-corrects or clears after a key cycle.
The system uses radar sensors
which are located behind the
bumper fascia on each side of the
vehicle. Do not allow these areas to
become obstructed by mud, snow or
bumper stickers, as this can cause
degraded system performance.
If the system detects a degraded performance condition,BLIND SPOT
NOT AVAILABLE,orCROSS TRAFFIC NOT AVAILABLEappear in
the information display and the alert indicator illuminates in the
appropriate mirror(s). The information display warning can be cleared
but the alert indicator remains illuminated.
When the blockage is removed, the system can be reset in two ways: 1)
when at least two objects are detected while driving, or 2) turn the
ignition key from on to off, then back on. If the blockage is still present
after the key cycle, the system senses again that it is blocked after
driving in traffic.
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WAXING
•Wash the vehicle first.
•Use a quality wax that does not contain abrasives.
•Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with any non-body
(low-gloss black) colored trim, such as grained door handles, roof
racks, bumpers, side moldings, mirror housings or the windshield cowl
area. The paint sealant will “gray” or stain the parts over time.
REPAIRING MINOR PAINT DAMAGE
Your authorized dealer has touch-up paint to match your vehicle’s color.
Take your color code (printed on a sticker in the driver’s door jamb) to
your authorized dealer to ensure you get the correct color.
•Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tar
spots, road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips.
•Always read the instructions before using the products.
CLEANING THE ENGINE
Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt
buildup keep the engine warmer than normal.
When washing:
•Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. The
high-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause
damage.
•Do not spray a hot engine with cold water to avoid cracking the engine
block or other engine components.
•Spray MotorcraftEngine Shampoo and Degreaser on all parts that
require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. In Canada, use Motorcraft
Engine Shampoo.
•Never wash or rinse the engine while it is hot or running; water in the
running engine may cause internal damage.
•Never wash or rinse any ignition coil, spark plug wire or spark plug
well, or the area in and around these locations.
•Cover the battery, power distribution box, and air filter assembly to
prevent water damage when cleaning the engine.
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E.MAX A/C:Touch to cool the vehicle with recirculated air. Touch again
for normal A/C operation. MAX A/C:
•Distributes air through instrument panel vents.
•Is more economical and efficient than normal A/C mode
•May help reduce odors from entering the vehicle.
F.A/C:Touch to turn the air conditioning on or off.
•Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and
efficiency.
•Engages automatically in MAX A/C, defrost and floor/defrost.
G.AUTO:Touch to engage automatic operation, then set the
temperature using the temperature control. The system automatically
controls:
•Fan speed
•Airflow distribution
•A/Conoroff
•Outside or recirculated air
H.Rear defroster:Touch to turn the rear window defroster and heated
mirrors (if equipped).
I.Defrost:Touch to clear the windshield of fog and thin ice. Touch again
to return to the previous airflow selection. When on, defrost:
•Provides outside air to reduce window fogging.
•Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents and demister
vents.
J.Manual controls:Select any of the following airflow distribution
modes:
•Floor/Defrost: Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents,
demister vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents, and provides
outside air to reduce window fogging.
•Panel: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents.
•Panel/Floor: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents,
demister vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents.
•Floor: Distributes air through the demister vents, floor vents and rear
seat floor vents.
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Information displays ................. 107
Infotainment display ................. 352
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................ 163
Instrument panel
cleaning ................................... 277
cluster ...................................... 101
Intelligent Access Key ................ 56
J
Jack ............................................ 305
positioning ............................... 305
storage ..................................... 305
Jump-starting your vehicle ...... 230
K
Keyless entry system
autolock ..................................... 70
keypad ....................................... 75
locking and unlocking doors .... 77
programming entry code ......... 75
Keys ............................................. 78
positions of the ignition ......... 149
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ................ 272
headlamps, flash to pass .......... 88
interior lamps ..................... 92–93
replacing bulbs ....................... 268
LATCH anchors ........................... 26
Liftgate .......................... 69, 72, 209
Lights, warning and indicator .. 101
Listening to music .................... 360
Loading pictures ....................... 406Load limits ................................. 209
Locks
autolock ..................................... 70
childproof .................................. 30
doors .......................................... 68
Lubricant specifications ........... 313
Lug nuts .................................... 310
M
Making and receiving calls ....... 388
MAP DVD - Loading and
Unloading .................................. 388
Map icons .................................. 424
Map mode .................................. 423
Map preferences ....................... 422
Map updates .............................. 427
Message center ......................... 107
warning messages ................... 114
Mirrors ................................... 95, 97
fold away ................................... 96
programmable memory ............ 58
side view mirrors (power) ....... 95
Moon roof .................................... 98
Motorcraftparts .............. 273, 317
MyFord Touch™ system .......... 345
MyKey .......................................... 62
MyLincoln Touch™ system ...... 125
N
Navigation features ................... 417
Navigation voice commands .... 427
Notifications .............................. 401
O
Octane rating ............................ 156
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Overdrive ................................... 166
P
Pairing other phones ................ 388
Pairing your phone ................... 387
Pairing your phone for the first
time ............................................ 387
Parental MyKey programming ... 62
Parking brake ............................ 177
Parts
(see Motorcraftparts) ........... 317
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor ................... 46
Phone settings .................. 392, 410
Phone voice commands ............ 393
POI categories ........................... 419
Point of Interest (POI) ............. 419
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ............................... 242
Power door locks ........................ 68
Power liftgate .............................. 72
Power mirrors ............................. 95
Powerpoint ................................ 147
Power steering .......................... 205
fluid, checking and adding .... 260
fluid, refill capacity ................ 313
fluid, specifications ................. 313
Power Windows ........................... 94
Privacy information .................. 351
Push button start system ......... 150
Q
Quick touch buttons ................. 426R
Radio .......................................... 125
AM/FM ..................................... 361
Single CD ................................ 125
Radio reception ......................... 123
Radio voice commands ............. 363
Rear heated seats ..................... 140
Rear view camera
display ................................ 183, 407
Rear window defroster ............. 127
Receiving a text message ......... 391
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ........................................ 22
Relays ................................ 241–242
Remote entry system
illuminated entry ...................... 71
locking/unlocking doors ........... 68
opening the trunk ..................... 69
replacing the batteries ............. 57
Reverse sensing system ........... 182
Roadside assistance .................. 228
Roll stability control ................. 180
Roof rack ................................... 208
Route preferences .................... 422
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ............ 40
Safety belts
(see Safety restraints) ......... 33, 37
Safety defects, reporting .. 239–240
Safety information .................... 349
Safety restraints .............. 33–35, 37
Belt-Minder............................. 37
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