2014 LINCOLN MKZ HYBRID parking brake

Park Aid
Action
Message
Displays when the system has detected a condition that
requires service. Contact your authorized dealer. See Parking Aid (page 182).
Check Front Park Aid
Displays when the system has detected a condition that
requires service. Contact your authorized dealer. See Parking Aid
(page 182).
Check Rear Park Aid
Displays the park aid status.
Front Park Aid On Off
Displays the park aid status.
Rear Park Aid On Off
Park Brake Action
Message
Displays when the parking brake is set, the engine is runningand the vehicle is driven more than 3 mph (5 km/h). If the
warning stays on after the parking brake is released, contact your authorized dealer.
Park Brake Engaged
The electric parking brake system has detected a conditionthat requires service. See your authorized dealer.
Park Brake Malfunction
Service Now
Displays when the electric parking brake is not set.
Park Brake Not Applied
Displays when the electric parking brake is running adiagnostic check.
Park Brake Maintenance
Mode
Displays when the electric parking brake is set but has not been released.
Park Brake Use Switch
to Release
Displays when the electric parking brake is set but has notbeen released and the vehicle is moving.
Press Brake to Release
Park Brake and switch
The electric park brake system has detected a condition thatrequires service. See your authorized dealer.
Park Brake Limited
Function Service Required
Displays when the electric parking brake was not releasedcausing it to overheat.
Park Brake System
Overheated
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Action
Message
Displays when the electric parking brake is set and the vehicle is started.
Release Park Brake
Displays when the electric parking brake is set.
Park Brake Applied
Displays when the electric parking brake is released.
Park Brake Released
Power Steering Action
Message
The power steering system has detected a condition thatrequires service. See your authorized dealer.
Steering Fault Service
Now
The power steering system is not working. Stop the vehiclea safe place. Contact your authorized dealer.
Steering Loss Stop
Safely
The power steering system has detected a condition withinthe power steering system or passive entry or passive start system requires service. Contact your authorized dealer.
Steering Assist Fault
Service Required
Remote Start Action
Message
Displays as a reminder to turn the key on to drive the vehicle after a remote start.
To Drive: Turn Key to On
Displays as a reminder to apply the brake and the gear shiftbutton to drive the vehicle after a remote start.
To Drive: Press Brake
and Gear Shift Button
Seats Action
Message
Displays as a reminder that memory seats are not available while driving.
Memory Recall Not
Permitted While Driving
Displays to show where your memory setting has been saved.
Memory X Saved
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The keyless starting system has three
modes:
•
Off: Turns the ignition off.
• Without applying the brake pedal,
press and release the button once
when the ignition is in the on mode,
or when the engine is running but
the vehicle is not moving.
• On:
All electrical circuits are
operational and the warning lamps and
indicators illuminate.
• Without applying the brake pedal,
press and release the button once.
• Start:
Starts the vehicle. The engine
may not start when the vehicle starts.
• Press the brake pedal, and then
press the button for any length of
time. An indicator light on the
button illuminates when then
ignition is on and when the engine
starts.
STARTING A GASOLINE ENGINE
When the engine starts for the first time
on your drive, the idle speed increases,
this helps to warm up the engine. If the
engine idle speed does not slow down
automatically, have your vehicle checked
by an authorized dealer.
Before starting the vehicle, check the
following:
• Make sure all occupants have fastened
their safety belts.
• Make sure the headlamps and
electrical accessories are off.
• Make sure the parking brake is on.
• Put the transmission in
P . Note:
Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1. Fully press the brake pedal.
2. Press the button.
Note: The green ready indicator
illuminates letting you know that the
vehicle is ready for driving. Since your
vehicle is equipped with a silent key start,
the engine may not start at the time of the
vehicle start.
See Hybrid Electric Vehicle
(page 152).
The system does not function if:
• The key frequencies are jammed.
• The key battery has no charge.
If you are unable to start the engine, do
the following: 1.
Remove the rubber covering (A) in the
cupholder. Place the remote in the
backup slot (B) at the bottom of the
cupholder.
2. With the key in this position, press the
brake pedal, then the START button to
switch the ignition on and start your
vehicle.
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Fast Restart
The fast restart feature allows you to
restart the engine within 20 seconds of
switching it off, even if a valid key is not
present.
Within 20 seconds of switching the engine
off, press the brake pedal and press the
button. After 20 seconds have expired,
you can no longer restart the vehicle
without the key present inside your
vehicle.
Once the vehicle has started, it remains
running until you press the button, even if
the system does not detect a valid key. If
you open and close a door while the
vehicle is running, the system searches
for a valid key. You cannot restart the
engine if the system does not detect a
valid key within 20 seconds.
Automatic Shutdown
This feature automatically shuts down the
vehicle if it has been idling for an extended
period. The ignition also turns off in order
to save battery power. Before the vehicle
shuts down, a message appears in the
information display showing a timer
counting down from 30 seconds. If you do
not intervene within 30 seconds, the
vehicle shuts down. Another message
appears in the information display to
inform you that the vehicle has shut down
in order to save fuel. Start your vehicle as
you normally do.
Automatic Shutdown Override
Note:
You cannot permanently switch off
the automatic shutdown feature. When
you switch it off temporarily, it turns on at
the next ignition cycle. You can stop the shutdown, or reset the
timer, at any point before the 30-second
countdown has expired by doing any of
the following:
•
You can reset the timer by interacting
with your vehicle (such as pressing the
brake pedal or accelerator pedal).
• You can temporarily switch off the
shutdown feature any time the ignition
is on (for the current ignition cycle
only). Use the information display to
do so. See Information Displays
(page 97).
• During the countdown before
shutdown, you are prompted to press
OK or RESET (depending on your type
of information display) to temporarily
switch the feature off (for the current
ignition cycle only).
Switching Off the Vehicle When It Is
Stationary
1. Put the transmission in position
P.
2. Press the button once.
3. Apply the parking brake.
Note: This switches off the ignition, all
electrical circuits, warning lamps and
indicators.
Note: If the engine is idling for 30 minutes,
the ignition and engine automatically shut
down.
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Switching Off the Vehicle When It Is
Moving
WARNING
Switching off the engine when the
vehicle is still moving will result in a
loss of brake and steering assistance. The
steering will not lock, but higher effort will
be required. When the ignition is switched
off, some electrical circuits, warning lamps
and indicators may also be off. 1.
Put the transmission in position N and
use the brakes to bring your vehicle to
a safe stop.
2. When your vehicle has stopped, put the transmission in position P.
3. Press and hold the button for one second, or press it three times within
two seconds.
4. Apply the parking brake.
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes WARNING
If you smell exhaust fumes inside
your vehicle, have your vehicle
checked by your authorized dealer
immediately. Do not drive your vehicle if
you smell exhaust fumes. Carbon
monoxide is present in exhaust fumes.
Take precautions to avoid its dangerous
effects. Important Ventilating Information
If you stop your vehicle and the leave the
engine idling for long periods of time, we
recommend that you do one of the
following: •
Open the windows at least 1 inch (2.5
centimeters)
• Set your climate control to outside air.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED) WARNINGS
Failure to follow engine block heater
instructions could result in property
damage or serious personal injury. Do not use your heater with
ungrounded electrical systems or
two-pronged adapters. There is a risk of
electrical shock. Note:
The heater is most effective when
outdoor temperatures are below 0°F
(-18°C).
The heater acts as a starting aid by
warming the engine coolant. This allows
the climate control system to respond
quickly. The equipment includes a heater
element (installed in the engine block) and
a wire harness. You can connect the
system to a grounded 120-volt AC
electrical source.
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
WARNINGS
Always set the parking brake fully
and make sure the vehicle is in P
(Park). Turn the ignition off whenever you
leave your vehicle. Do not apply the brake pedal and
accelerator pedal simultaneously.
Applying both pedals simultaneously for
more than three seconds will limit engine
rpm, which may result in difficulty
maintaining speed in traffic and could lead
to serious injury. Push Button Shift Transmission
Your vehicle is equipped with an electronic
transmission. The shift buttons are located
on the instrument panel, next to the
MyLincoln Touch
™ system. The gears are
selected by pressing and releasing the
PRNDL
buttons. Every time a gear is selected, the selected
button will light up. You will also see the
gear selected appear in the instrument
cluster. Understanding the Positions of your
Electronic Transmission
Note:
Always come to a complete stop
before putting your vehicle into and out
of
P (Park).
Putting your vehicle in gear:
1. Fully press down the brake pedal.
2. Press and release the button on the instrument panel of the gear you want
to select.
3. The gear shift button you select will illuminate and the instrument cluster
will show the selected gear.
4. Release the brake pedal and your transmission will remain in the selected
gear.
Note: If the driver attempts to leave the
vehicle while it is in gear, the vehicle will
automatically shift into
P (Park). Seatbelt
and door monitors determine the driver's
intent and makes the shift for you. During
this time a
Transmission not in Park
message will appear in the display screen,
prompting the driver to make the shift. To
put the vehicle in gear with the door open
perform steps 1-4. See the
Automatic
Return to Park section in this chapter for
more information on this feature.
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The message Stay in Neutral mode
engaged will appear in the instrument
cluster when the vehicle has entered Stay
in Neutral mode.
Note: During this mode the
N button will
flash continuously and the instrument
cluster will display
N as the selected gear.
Exiting Stay in Neutral mode
To disable Stay in Neutral mode put the
vehicle in another gear. See the
Putting
the Vehicle in Gear section for instructions
on how to do this.
Entering a Carwash
Note: Always put the vehicle in Stay in
Neutral mode when entering an automatic
car wash. Failure to do this could result in
vehicle damage that may not be covered
by warranty.
D (Drive)
The normal driving position for the best
fuel economy.
D (Drive) with Grade Assist The grade assist button is
located on the instrument panel
next the MyLincoln Touch
™
system. Press the grade assist button to
activate and deactivate grade assist. Grade assist:
•
Provides additional grade braking with
a combination of engine motoring and
high-voltage battery charging to help
maintain vehicle speed when
descending a grade.
• As the vehicle determines the amount
of engine motoring and high-voltage
battery charging, you may notice the
engine speed increasing and
decreasing to help maintain your
vehicle speed when descending a
grade. The grade assist lamp will
appear in the instrument cluster
when grade assist is turned on.
L (Low)
• Provides maximum engine braking.
• The transmission may be put into
L
(Low) at any vehicle speed.
Brake-Shift Interlock Override WARNINGS
Do not drive your vehicle until you
verify that the brake lamps are
working. When doing this procedure, you will
be taking the vehicle out of park
which means the vehicle can roll freely.
To avoid unwanted vehicle movement,
always fully set the parking brake prior to
doing this procedure. Use wheel chocks
if appropriate. If the parking brake is fully released,
but the brake warning lamp remains
illuminated, the brakes may not be working
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Note:
See your authorized dealer as soon
as possible if this procedure is used.
Note: For some markets this feature will
be disabled.
Note: This feature will only function if your
12-volt battery has power.
Use the brake-shift interlock override
procedure to put the vehicle in gear in the
event of an electrical malfunction or if your
vehicle has a dead battery. The brake shift
interlock override button is located inside
of the center console, below media inputs.
You will need a tool (for example a
screwdriver or similar tool) to access the
button.
1. Apply the parking brake and turn the ignition off before performing this
procedure. 2. Locate the brake shifter interlock
access slot. The slot is located below
the media hub, in the front of the
center console storage bin and it is not
labeled
Note: Make sure that you correctly identify
the access hole as not to damage the
media hub. 3.
Using a tool, press and hold the brake
shift interlock switch. When the
instrument panel buttons flash, the
vehicle is in override mode.
4. With the override switch still held, press the N (Neutral button) for towing,
or the desired gear to shift from Park.
5. Release the override button.
6. The vehicle will remain in Stay in Neutral mode for wrecker towing
purposes or can be shifted to the
desired gear and driven (if the vehicle
can be driven).
7. Release the parking brake.
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or
Snow
Note: Do not rock the vehicle if the engine
is not at normal operating temperature or
damage to the transmission may occur.
Note: Do not rock the vehicle for more
than a minute or damage to the
transmission and tires may occur, or the
engine may overheat.
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow,
it may be rocked out by shifting between
forward and reverse gears, stopping
between shifts in a steady pattern. Press
lightly on the accelerator in each gear.
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