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Windows and Mirrors 94
Power windows.......................................94
Exteriormirrors.......................................96
Interior mirrors.......................................98
Sun visors...........................................98
Sunshade............................................99
Moonroof...........................................100
Instrument Cluster 102
Gauges.............................................102
Warning lamps and indicators............................102
Audible warnings and indicators..........................107
Information Displays 108
Controls............................................108
Information messages..................................114
Climate Control 123
Dual automatic temperature control........................123
Rear window defroster.................................125
Cabin air filter.......................................126
Seats 128
Sitting in the correct position............................128
Head restraints.......................................129
Power seats.........................................132
Memory function.....................................134
Heated and cooled seats................................135
Universal Garage Door Opener (If Equipped) 140
HomeLink® wireless control system.......................140
Auxiliary Power Points 145
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Storage Compartments 146
Center console.......................................146
Overhead console.....................................146
Starting and Stopping the Engine 147
Keyless starting......................................147
Engine block heater...................................152
Fuel and Refueling 154
Fuel quality.........................................155
Running out of fuel....................................156
Refueling...........................................158
Fuel consumption.....................................160
Transmission 165
Automatic transmission.................................165
All-Wheel Drive (If Equipped) 170
All wheel drive.......................................170
Brakes 177
Brakes.............................................177
Hints on driving with anti-lock brakes......................178
Parking brake........................................178
Traction Control 179
TractionControl™ ....................................179
Stability Control 180
AdvanceTrac®.......................................181
Parking Aids 182
Sensing system.......................................182
Active park assist.....................................184
Rear-view camera system...............................189
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Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description
Heated rear
windowInterior
luggage
compartment
releaseJack
Lighting
controlLow tire
pressure
warningMaintain
correct fluid
level
Panic alarmParking aid
systemParking
brake system
Power
steering fluidPower
windows
front and
rearPower
window
lockout
Service
engine soonSide airbagStability
control
Windshield
defrost and
demistWindshield
washer and
wiper
DATA RECORDING
Service Data Recording
Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting and
storing diagnostic information about your vehicle. This potentially
includes information about the performance or status of various systems
and modules in the vehicle, such as engine, throttle, steering or brake
systems. In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford
Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may
access or share among them vehicle diagnostic information received
through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing
your vehicle. Additionally, when your vehicle is in for service or repair,
Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities
may access or share among them data for vehicle improvement purposes.
For U.S. only (if equipped), if you choose to use the SYNC® Vehicle
Health Report, you consent that certain diagnostic information may also
be accessed electronically by Ford Motor Company and Ford authorized
service facilities, and that the diagnostic information may be used for any
purpose. See theSYNC®chapter for more information.
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From Outside Your Vehicle
1. Unlock the trunk with the remote
control or power door lock control.
The trunk unlocks when you press the
release button if the intelligent access
transmitter is within 3 feet (1 meter)
of the trunk.
2. Press the release button located
near the license plate.
INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE
WARNING:Keep vehicle doors and luggage compartment locked
and keep keys and remote transmitters out of a child’s reach.
Unsupervised children could lock themselves in the trunk and risk
injury. Children should be taught not to play in vehicles.
WARNING:Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or animals
unattended in your vehicle. On hot days, the temperature in the
trunk or vehicle interior can rise very quickly. Exposure of people or
animals to these high temperatures for even a short time can cause
death or serious heat-related injuries, including brain damage. Small
children are particularly at risk.
Your vehicle is equipped with a release handle that provides a means of
escape for children and adults if they become locked inside the luggage
compartment.
Adults should familiarize themselves with the operation and location of
the release handle.
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INFORMATION DISPLAY CONTROL
See theInformation Displays
chapter for more information.
Cluster Display Control Features
Use this control to adjust the right
side of the cluster display. Navigate
through the screen and pressOKto
select. See theMyLincoln Touch
chapter.
HEATED STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED)
See theMyLincoln Touchchapter.
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WINDSHIELD WASHERS
Note:Do not operate the wipers on a dry windshield. This may scratch
the glass, damage the wiper blades or cause the wiper motor to burn out.
Always use the windshield washer before wiping a dry windshield.
Note:Do not operate the washer when the washer reservoir is empty.
This may cause the washer pump to overheat.
Press the end of the stalk to
activate the washer.
•A brief press causes a single wipe without washer fluid.
•A quick press and hold causes the wipers to swipe three times with
washer fluid.
•A long press and hold will activate the wipers and washer fluid for up
to 10 seconds.
A wipe will occur a few seconds after washing to clear any remaining
washer fluid. This feature can be turned on and off in the information
display.
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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
The heated exterior mirrors switch on with the heated rear window. See
Heated Windows and Mirrorsin theClimate Controlchapter.
Memory Mirrors
You can save and recall the mirror positions through the memory
function. SeeMemory functionin theSeatschapter.
Auto-Dimming Feature
The driver’s side exterior mirror will automatically dim when the interior
auto-dimming mirror is activated.
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Alarm/Security
MessagesAction / Description
Vehicle Alarm To Stop
Alarm, Start Vehicle.Displayed when the perimeter alarm system is
armed and the vehicle is entered using the key
on the driver’s side door. In order to prevent
the perimeter alarm system from triggering,
the ignition must be turned to start or on
before the 12 second chime expires.
Automatic Engine
Shutdown MessagesAction / Description
Engine Shuts Off in
XX SecondsDisplays when the engine is getting ready to
shut off.
Engine Shut Off for
Fuel EconomyDisplays when the engine has shut off to help
increase fuel economy.
Engine Shuts Off in
XX Seconds Press OK
to OverrideDisplays when the engine is getting ready to
shut off. You can press OK on the left steering
wheel button to override the shut down.
AWD Messages Action / Description
AWD Off Displayed when the AWD system has been
automatically disabled to protect itself. This is
caused by operating the vehicle with the
compact spare tire installed or if the system is
overheating. The AWD system will resume
normal function and clear this message after
driving a short distance with the road tire
re-installed or after the system is allowed to
cool.
Check AWD Displayed in conjunction with the Throttle
Control/Transmission/AWD light when the
AWD system is not operating properly. If the
warning stays on or continues to come on,
contact your authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
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