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3. Turn the lighting control to the off position.
4. Turn the ignition on.
5. Turn the ignition off.
6. Turn the lighting control to the autolamp position. The headlamps and
parking lamps will turn on.
7. Turn the lighting control to the off position when the desired delay
time has been reached. The headlamps and parking lamps will turn off.
You can set the headlamp exit delay to one of the following settings:
•Off
•10 seconds
•20 seconds
•30 seconds
•60 seconds
•90 seconds
•120 seconds
•180 seconds.
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 will turn the front fog lamps on in low light situations.
The following conditions must be met to activate this feature:
•Switch the ignition on.
•Switch the lighting control to the off, autolamp or parking lamp
position.
•The transmission must be in a gear other than P (Park).
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POWER WINDOWS
WARNING:Do not leave children unattended in your 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 (All 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 and Closing
Note:The ignition must be off and the accessory delay feature must not
be activated in order for this feature to operate.
Note:This feature can be disabled or enabled by your authorized dealer.
You can open and close the vehicle’s windows, and vent the moonroof
using the remote control.
Opening the Windows
Press and hold the unlock button on the remote control to begin opening the
windows and venting the moonroof. The power sunscreen will also open.
Press the lock or unlock button on the remote control to stop motion.
AUTOAUTO
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Closing the Windows
WARNING:Before operating power windows, you should verify
that they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and
pets are not in the proximity of window openings.
Press and hold the lock button on the remote control to begin closing
the windows.
Press the lock or unlock button 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.
Overriding the Bounce-Back Feature
WARNING:When you override the bounce-back feature the
window will not reverse if it detects an obstacle. Take care when
closing the windows to avoid personal injury or damage to your vehicle.
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 you release the switch
before the window is fully closed.
Window Lock
Press the control to lock or unlock
the rear window controls.
Accessory Delay
You can use the window switches for several minutes after you switch
the ignition off, or until you open either front door.
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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
Note:Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to
readjust the mirror glass that has 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 heat to remove ice, mist and fog when you turn the rear
window defroster on.
Memory Mirrors
You can save and recall the mirror positions through the memory
function. SeeMemory functionin theSeatschapter.
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Auto-Dimming Feature
The driver’s side exterior mirror will automatically dim when the interior
auto-dimming mirror 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.
The image of the approaching
vehicle is small and near the inboard
edge of the main mirror when it is at
a distance. The image becomes
larger and begins to move outboard
across the main mirror as the vehicle
approaches (A). The image will
transition from the main mirror and
begin to appear in the blind spot
mirror as the vehicle approaches
(B). The vehicle will transition to
your peripheral field of view as it
leaves the blind spot mirror (C).
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS®) with Cross Traffic Alert
(CTA) (If Equipped)
Refer toBlind Spot Information System (BLIS®) with Cross Traffic
Alert (CTA)in theDriving Aidschapter.
A
B
C
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INTERIOR MIRROR
WARNING:Do not adjust the mirror when your vehicle is
moving.
Note:Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh
abrasives, fuel or other petroleum or ammonia based cleaning products.
You can adjust the interior mirror to your preference. Some mirrors also
have a second pivot point. This lets you move the mirror head up or
down and from side to side.
Auto-Dimming Mirror
Note:Do not block the sensors on the front and back of the mirror.
Mirror performance may be affected. A rear center passenger or raised
rear center head restraint may also block light from reaching the sensor.
The mirror will dim automatically to reduce glare when bright lights are
detected from behind your vehicle. It will automatically return to normal
reflection when you select reverse gear to make sure you have a clear
view when backing up.
SECOND ROW ILLUMINATED VANITY MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)
Pull the cover down to turn on the
lamp.
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SUN VISORS
Slide-On-Rod
Rotate the visor toward the side
window and extend it rearward for
extra sunlight coverage.
Retract the visor before moving it
back toward the windshield and
storing it.
Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror
Lift the cover to switch on the
lamp.
PANORAMIC VISTA ROOF® AND POWER SUNSHADES
(IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:Do not let children play with the moonroof and
power sunshade or leave children unattended in the vehicle.
They may seriously hurt themselves.
WARNING:When closing the panoramic moonroof and power
sunshade, you should verify that it is free of obstructions and
make sure that children and pets are not in the proximity of the
moonroof and power sunshade opening.
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GAUGES
Cluster shown in standard measure – metric clusters similar.
A. Information display. SeeInformation displaysfor more information.
B. Speedometer
C. Infotainment display. SeeMyLincoln Touch ™for more information.
WARNING LAMPS AND INDICATORS
There indicators can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become
serious enough to cause expensive repairs. Many lights will illuminate
when you start your vehicle to make sure they work. If any light remains
on after starting the vehicle, refer to the respective system warning light
for additional information.
Note:Some warning indicators are reconfigurable telltales (RTT). These
indicators appear in the information display and function the same as a
warning light, but do not display on startup.
Adaptive cruise control (if equipped) (RTT)
The speed control system indicator light changes color to indicate what
mode the system is in:
•On (white light): Illuminates when the adaptive cruise
control system is turned on. Turns off when the speed
control system is turned off.
•
Engaged (green light): Illuminates when the adaptive cruise control system
is engaged. Turns off when the speed control system is disengaged.
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