2014 LINCOLN MKX cruise control

Blocked Sensor
WARNING:Do not use ACC when towing a trailer with brake
controls. Aftermarket trailer brakes will not function properly
when ACC is activated because the brakes are electronically controlled.
Failing to do so may result in loss of vehicle control, which could result
in serious injury.
WARNING:Do not use tires sizes other than those
recommended because this can affect the normal operation of
ACC. Failing to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control, which
could result in serious injury.
A message regarding a blocked sensor
is displayed if the radar signals from
the sensor have been obstructed. The
sensor is located behind a fascia cover
near the driver side of the lower grille.
A vehicle ahead cannot be detected
and the system will not function when
the radar signals are obstructed. The
following table lists possible causes
and actions for this message being
displayed.
Cause Action
The surface of the radar in the
grille is dirty or obstructed in
some way.Clean the grille surface in front of
the radar or remove the object
causing the obstruction.
The surface of the radar in the
grille is clean but the message
remains in the display.Wait a short time. It may take
several minutes for the radar to
detect that it is no longer
obstructed.
Heavy rain or snow is interfering
with the radar signals.Do not use the system in these
conditions because it may not
detect any vehicle ahead.
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Cause Action
Swirling water, or snow or ice on
the surface of the road may
interfere with the radar signals.Do not use system in these
conditions because it may not
detect any vehicle ahead.
You are in a desert or remote area
with no other vehicles and no
roadside objects.Wait a short time or switch to
normal cruise control.
Due to the nature of radar technology, it is possible to get a blockage
warning and not be blocked. This can happen, for example, when driving
in sparse rural or desert environments. A false blocked condition will
either self-clear or clear after a key cycle.
Switching to Normal Cruise Control
WARNING:Normal cruise control will not brake due to slower
vehicles. Always be aware of which mode is selected and apply
the brakes when necessary.
You can manually change from adaptive cruise control to normal cruise
control through the information display.
The cruise control indicator light will replace the adaptive
cruise control indicator light if normal cruise control is selected.
The gap setting will not be displayed, the system will not
automatically respond to lead vehicles and automatic braking will not be
activated. The system will default to adaptive cruise control when the
engine is started.
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Fuse or relay
numberFuse amp
ratingProtected components
62 10A* Air conditioner clutch
63 15A* Trailer tow stop/turn lamps relay
64 20A* Rear wiper motor
65 15A* Fuel pump
66 — Powertrain control module relay
67 20A* Vehicle power #2
68 15A* Vehicle power #4
69 15A* Vehicle power #1
70 10A* Air conditioner relay, All-wheel drive
module
71 — Not used
72 — Not used
73 — Not used
74 — Not used
75 — Air conditioner clutch diode
76 — Not used
77 — Trailer tow park lamps relay
78 20A* Right high-intensity discharge
headlamps
79 5A* Adaptive cruise control
80 — Not used
81 — Not used
82 15A* Rear washer
83 — Not used
84 20A* Trailer tow park lamps
85 — Not used
86 7.5A* Powertrain control module
keep-alive, Powertrain control
module relay
87 5A* Run/start relay
88 — Run/start relay
89 5A* Adaptive lighting
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Fuse or relay
numberFuse amp
ratingProtected components
90 10A* Powertrain control module
91 10A* Adaptive cruise control
92 10A* Anti-lock brake system module
93 5A* Blower motor/rear defroster relay
94 30A** Passenger compartment fuse panel
run/start
95 — Not used
96 — Not used
97 — Not used
98 — Air conditioner clutch relay
* Mini Fuses ** Cartridge Fuses
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911 Assist™ ..............................380
A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................173
Accessing and using your USB
port ............................................359
Accessing your calendar ..........380
Accessory delay ..........................95
Adaptive Cruise Control ...........186
Adding (pairing) a phone ........367
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ..........................................46
and child safety seats ..............47
description ................................46
disposal ......................................56
driver airbag ..............................46
passenger airbag .......................46
side airbag ...........................46, 52
Air cleaner filter .......267–268, 320
Air filter, cabin ..........................125
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................166
Ambient mood/lighting .............387
AM/FM .......................................346
Antifreeze (see Engine
coolant) .....................................256
Anti-lock brake system (see
Brakes) ......................................173
Anti-theft system ..................77, 79
arming the system ..............77, 79
disarming a triggered system ..79
Armrests ....................................136
Audio system
Single CD ................................330
Audio system (see Radio) .......330Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................161
fluid, adding ............................261
fluid, checking ........................261
fluid, refill capacities ..............317
fluid, specification ..................317
Selectshift (SST) ....................162
Auxiliary Input Jack .................355
Auxiliary powerpoint ................143
A/V inputs ..........................331, 363
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........317
B
Battery .......................................263
acid, treating emergencies .....263
jumping a disabled battery ....230
maintenance-free ....................263
replacement, specifications ...320
servicing ..................................263
Blind Spot Information
System .......................................195
Booster seats ...............................22
Brakes ........................................173
anti-lock ...................................173
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................173
brake warning light ................173
fluid, checking and adding ....262
fluid, refill capacities ..............317
fluid, specifications .................317
lubricant specifications ..........317
parking ....................................174
shift interlock ..........................164
trailer .......................................219
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....317
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Cargo management system ......206
Cargo net ...................................205
CD ..............................................330
CD player ..........................328, 358
CD voice commands .................358
Cell phone use ............................15
Changing a tire .........................308
Child safety restraints ..........28, 30
Child safety seats
attaching with tether straps ....30
automatic locking mode
(retractor) .................................36
LATCH .......................................28
Child safety seats - booster
seats .............................................22
Cleaning the touchscreen ........335
Cleaning your vehicle ...............276
engine compartment ..............278
instrument panel ....................280
interior .....................................280
plastic parts ............................277
washing ....................................276
waxing .....................................278
wheels ......................................282
wiper blades ............................279
Climate voice commands .........399
Clock ..................................330, 385
Collision Warning System .........200
Console ......................................144
overhead ..................................144
Coolant ......................................256
checking and adding ..............256
refill capacities ........................317
specifications ..........................317
Cross Traffic Alert ....................195
Cruise control ...........................185Customer Assistance ................228
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................325
Getting roadside assistance ...228
Getting the service you
need .........................................234
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................240
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................238
D
Defrost .......................................122
rear window ............................124
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................261
engine oil .................................255
Display settings .........................386
Driving under special
conditions ..................165, 167, 170
sand .........................................168
snow and ice ...........................171
through water .................169, 226
Dual automatic temperature
control (DATC) .........................122
E
Electronic message center .......107
Electronic stability control ......178
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................230
running out of fuel .................153
Emergency brake (see Parking
brake) ........................................174
Emission control system ..........157
End user license agreement ....412
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