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ADJUSTABLE PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:Never adjust the accelerator and brake pedal with
feet on the pedals while the vehicle is moving.
The control is located on the left side of the steering column. Press and
hold the appropriate control to move the pedals.
A. Farther
B. Closer
The pedal positions are saved and recalled with the memory feature
(if equipped). Refer to theSeatschapter.
The pedals should only be adjusted when the vehicle is parked.
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EXTERIOR MIRRORS
Power Exterior Mirrors
WARNING:Do not adjust the mirror while your vehicle is in
motion.
A. Left mirror
B. Adjustment control
C. Right mirror
To adjust your mirrors:
1. Press the button to select the mirror you want to adjust. An indicator
light on the button will illuminate.
2. Use the adjustment control to adjust the position of the mirror.
3. Press the mirror button again to deselect the mirror. The indicator
light will turn off.
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 (If Equipped)
The heated exterior mirrors switch on with the heated rear window.
SeeHeated Windows and Mirrorsin theClimate Controlchapter.
Memory Mirrors (If Equipped)
You can save and recall the mirror positions through the memory
function. SeeMemory functionin theSeatschapter.
Auto-Dimming Feature (If Equipped)
The driver’s side exterior mirror will automatically dim when the interior
auto-dimming mirror is activated.
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Settings
Convenience Auto Engine Off — check enabled (default) /
uncheck disabled
Auto Highbeam — check enabled (default) / uncheck
disabled
Autolamp Delay Off or number of seconds
Compass Display — check enabled
(default) / uncheck disabled
DTE Calculation Normal or Towing
Easy Entry/Exit — check enabled (default) /
uncheck disabled
Locks Autolock — check enabled
(default) / uncheck disabled
Autounlock — check enabled
(default) / uncheck disabled
Remote Unlock All Doors or
Driver First
Oil life Reset Set XXX% — Hold OK to Reset
Remote Start Climate Control Auto or Last
Setting
Seats and Wheel
or Front SeatsAutomatic or
Off
Duration (5, 10 or
15 minutes)
System — check enabled
(default) / uncheck disabled
Windows Remote Open or Close
Wipers Courtesy Wipe — check enabled
(default) / uncheck disabled
Rain Sensing — check enabled
(default) / uncheck disabled
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Settings
Vehicle Auto Engine Off — check enabled / uncheck disabled
DTE Calculation Normal / Towing
Easy Entry/Exit — check enabled / uncheck disabled
Lighting Auto highbeam — check enabled
(default) / uncheck disabled
Autolamp Delay Off or number
of seconds
Locks Autolock — check enabled
(default) / uncheck disabled
Autounlock — check enabled
(default) / uncheck disabled
Remote
UnlockingAll doors /
Driver’s door
Oil Life ResetSet to XXX % — Hold OK to
Reset
Remote StartClimate Control
(using this
feature allows
you to select
different climate
control modes
when the vehicle
is started using
the remote start
feature)Auto / Last
Setting
Seats & Wheel
or Front SeatsAuto / Off
Duration5/10
/15 minutes
System — check enabled (default)
/ uncheck disabled
Windows Remote Open or Close
WipersCourtesy Wipe — check enabled
(default) / uncheck disabled
Rain Sensing — check enabled
(default) / uncheck disabled
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G.MAX A/C:Distributes recirculated air through the instrument panel
vents to cool the vehicle. This position is more economical and efficient
than normal A/C.
H.Fan speed control:Press + or - to increase or decrease the volume
of air circulated in your vehicle.
I.Heated seat controls (if equipped):Turn the driver or passenger
heated seats off and on. SeeHeated seatsin theSeatschapter for more
information.
J.Rear defrost:Turns the heated windows and mirrors off and on.
SeeHeated windows and mirrorslater in this chapter for more
information. If your vehicle is equipped with heated mirrors, this button
turns them on also.
K.Defrost:Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents and
demister vents. This setting can also be used to defog and clear the
windshield of a thin covering of ice.
DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL SYSTEM
(WITH SONY® AUDIO SYSTEM)
Note:You can switch temperature units between Fahrenheit and Celsius.
SeeMenu featuresin theMyFord TouchorMyLincoln Touchchapter.
A.Defrost:Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents and
demister vents. This setting can also be used to defog and clear the
windshield of a thin covering of ice.
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F.A/C:Press to turn air conditioning off and on. Air conditioning cools
the vehicle using outside air. To improve air conditioning when starting
your vehicle, drive with the windows slightly open for two to three
minutes.
Use A/C with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and
efficiency.
Note:A/C turns on automatically in MAX A/C, Defrost and Floor/Defrost.
G.AUTO:Press to turn on fully automatic operation. Select the desired
temperature using the temperature control. The system automatically
determines fan speed, air distribution, A/C operation, and outside or
recirculated air, to heat or cool the vehicle to maintain the selected
temperature.
H.Rear defrost:Turns the heated windows and mirrors off and on.
SeeHeated windows and mirrorslater in this chapter for more
information. If your vehicle is equipped with heated mirrors, this button
turns them on also.
I.Defrost:Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents and
demister vents. This setting can also be used to defog and clear the
windshield of a thin covering of ice.
GENERAL OPERATING TIPS
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System
•To reduce fog build-up on the windshield during humid weather, select
Defrost. Temperature and fan speed can also be increased to improve
clearing.
•To reduce humidity build-up inside the vehicle, do not drive with the
system off or with recirculated air engaged.
•Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the
airflow to the back seats.
•Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of
the windshield.
•To improve the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly open
for 2-3 minutes after start-up or until the vehicle has been aired out.
•A small amount of air may be felt from the floor vent regardless of the
air distribution setting that is selected.
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During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary for
extended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run the A/C in
the MAX A/C mode, adjust the blower fan speed to the lowest setting
and put the vehicle’s transmission into positionP(vehicles equipped
with an automatic transmission) to continue to receive cool air from your
A/C system.
For maximum cooling performance in A/C mode, pressMAX A/C.
For maximum cooling performance in panel or panel/floor modes:
1. Move temperature control to the coolest setting.
2. Select A/C and recirculated air to provide colder airflow.
3. Set the fan to the highest speed initially, then adjust to maintain
comfort.
To aid in side window defogging and demisting in cold or humid weather:
1. Select Floor/Panel.
2. Select A/C.
3. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort.
4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting.
5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents toward the side windows.
6. To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the
vents located in the middle of the instrument panel.
Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control
•To reduce fog build-up on the windshield during humid weather, select
Defrost. Temperature and fan speed can also be increased to improve
clearing.
•To reduce humidity build-up inside the vehicle, do not drive with the
system off or with recirculated air engaged.
•Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the
airflow to the back seats.
•Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of
the windshield.
•To improve the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly open
for 2-3 minutes after start-up or until the vehicle has been aired out.
•A small amount of air may be felt from the floor vent regardless of the
air distribution setting that is selected.
During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary for
extended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run the A/C in the
MAX A/C mode, adjust the blower fan speed to the lowest setting and put
the vehicle’s transmission into positionP(vehicles equipped with an
automatic transmission) to continue to receive cool air from your A/C
system.
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The particulate air filtration system is designed to reduce the
concentration of airborne particles, such as dust, spores and pollen, in
the air being supplied to the interior of the vehicle. The particulate
filtration system gives the following benefits to customers:
•Improves the customer’s driving comfort by reducing particle
concentration.
•Improves the interior compartment cleanliness.
•Protects the climate control components from particle deposits.
For more information regarding the interval at which you should replace
the cabin air filter, see theScheduled Maintenancechapter.
For additional cabin air filter information, or to replace the filter, see an
authorized dealer.
REMOTE START CLIMATE OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)
The climate control system adjusts the cabin temperature during remote
start.
You cannot adjust the system during remote start operation. Turn the
ignition on to return the system to its previous settings. You can now
make adjustments. You will need to turn certain vehicle-dependent
features back on, such as:
•heated seats
•cooled seats
•heated steering wheel
•heated mirrors
•heated rear window.
You can adjust the settings using the information display controls.
See theInformation Displayschapter.
Manual Climate Systems
In hot weather, the climate control system is set to MAX A/C.
In moderate weather, the system either heats or cools (based on
previous settings). The rear defroster and heated mirrors are not
automatically turned on.
In cold weather, maximum heat is provided in floor/defrost mode.
The rear defroster and heated mirrors are automatically turned on.
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