2014 LINCOLN MKZ ignition

Arming the Alarm
The alarm is ready to arm when there
is not a key in the ignition.
Electronically lock the vehicle to arm
the alarm.
Disarming the Alarm
Disarm the alarm by any of the
following actions:
• Unlock the doors or luggagecompartment with the remote
control or keyless entry keypad.
• Switch the ignition on or start the vehicle.
• Use a key in the driver’s door to unlock the vehicle, then switch the
ignition on within 12 seconds.
Note: Pressing the panic button on the
remote control will stop the horn and
signal indicators, but will not disarm
the system.
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Security

Easy Entry and Exit Feature
When you switch the ignition off, the
steering column will move to the full
up position to allow extra room to exit
your vehicle. The column will return
to the previous setting when you
switch the ignition on. You can enable
or disable this feature in the
information display. See Information
Displays (page 101).
Memory Feature
You can save and recall the steering
column position with the memory
function. See Memory Function
(page 137).
Pressing the adjustment control
during memory recall cancels the
operation. The column responds to
the adjustment control.
The steering column sets a stopping
position just short of the end of the
column position to prevent damage
to the steering column. A new
stopping position sets if the steering
column encounters an object when
tilting or telescoping.
To reset the steering column to its
normal stopping position:
1. Press the steering column control again after encountering the new
stopping position.
2. Continue pressing the control until it reaches the end of the column
position.
A new stopping position is set. The
next time you tilt or telescope the
steering column, it will stop just short
of the end of the column position.AUDIO CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
You can operate the following
functions with the control:
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Volume up
A
Volume down
B
Seek up or next
C
Seek down or previous
D
MuteE
Seek, Next or Previous
Press the seek button to:
• tune the radio to the next orprevious stored preset
• play the next or the previous track.
Press and hold the seek button to:
• tune the radio to the next station up or down the frequency band
• seek through a track.
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Steering Wheel

The headlamps will remain on for a
period of time after you switch the
ignition off. You can adjust the time
delay using the information display
controls. See Information Displays
(page 101).
Note:If you switch autolamps on in
conjunction with autowipers, low beam
headlamps will illuminate
automatically when the rain sensor
activates the windshield wipers
continuously.
INSTRUMENT LIGHTING
DIMMER
Note: If you disconnect and connect
the battery, or fully discharge and
charge the battery, the illuminated
components will switch to the
maximum setting.
AB
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Press repeatedly or press
and hold to dim.
A
Press repeatedly or press
and hold to brighten.
B
HEADLAMP EXIT DELAY
After you switch the ignition off, you
can switch the headlamps on by
pulling the direction indicator lever
toward you. You will hear a short tone.
The headlamps will switch off
automatically after three minutes with
any door open or 30 seconds after the
last door has been closed. You can
cancel this feature by pulling the
direction indicator toward you again
or switching the ignition on.
DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS
(IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING
Always remember to switch your
headlamps on in low light
situations or during inclement
weather. The system does not
activate the tail lamps and may not
provide adequate lighting during these
conditions. Failure to activate your
headlamps under these conditions
may result in a collision.
The system switches the signature
lamps on in day light conditions.
To switch the system on, switch the
ignition on, and switch the lighting
control to the off, autolamp, or
parking lamp position.
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Lighting

Window Lock
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Press the control to lock or unlock the
rear window controls. It will illuminate
when you lock 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.
GLOBAL OPENING AND
CLOSING
You can use the remote control to
operate the windows with the ignition
off.
Note:You can enable or disable this
feature in the information display or
see an authorized dealer. See General
Information (page 101).
Note: To operate this feature,
accessory delay must not be active.
Opening the Windows
You can only open the windows for a
short time after you unlock your
vehicle with the remote control. After
you unlock your vehicle, press and
hold the remote control unlock button
to open the windows and vent the
moonroof. Release the button once
movement starts. Press the lock or
unlock button to stop movement.
Closing the Windows
WARNING
When closing the windows and
moonroof, you should verify they
are free of obstructions and make sure
that children and pets are not in the
proximity of the window openings.
To close the windows and moonroof,
press and hold the remote control
lock button. Release the button once
movement starts. Press the lock or
unlock button to stop movement.
EXTERIOR MIRRORS
Power Exterior Mirrors
WARNING
Do not adjust the mirrors when
your vehicle is moving.
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Windows and Mirrors

The moonroof controls are on the
overhead console and have a
one-touch open and close feature. To
stop the motion during a one-touch
operation, touch the control a second
time.
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Open
A
VentB
Close
C
Opening and Closing the
Moonroof
Touch (A) to open the moonroof. It
will stop short of the fully opened
position.
Note: This position helps to reduce
wind noise or rumbling which may
happen with the moonroof fully open.
Touch (A) again to fully open the
moonroof.
Touch (C) to close the moonroof.
Bounce-Back
The moonroof will stop automatically
and reverse some distance if an
obstacle is detected while closing. Touch and hold (C) within two
seconds of a bounce-back event to
override this function.
Venting the Moonroof
Touch (B) to vent the moonroof.
Touch (C) to close it.
Retractable Panoramic Roof (If
Equipped)
The moonroof controls on the
overhead console operate the same
except the moonroof will open fully
when you touch the open control.
Automatic Glass Movement
When the retractable panoramic roof
is open, it will automatically move to
a position less than full open under
certain vehicle conditions. This helps
to reduce wind noise. If the glass is
between this position and full open
and your vehicle reaches a high speed,
the glass will automatically move to
the defined position.
You can override automatic
movement by touching the moonroof
open or close control. The feature will
remain overridden until you switch the
ignition off and then back on.
Power Sunscreen
The sunscreen controls are on the
overhead console.
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Windows and Mirrors

Vehicle Settings and
Personalization
See General Information (page 101).
Fuel Gauge
Indicates approximately how much
fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the
ignition is on). The fuel gauge may
vary slightly when the vehicle is in
motion or on a grade. The fuel icon
and arrow indicates which side of the
vehicle the fuel filler door is located.
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge
Indicates engine coolant temperature.
At normal operating temperature, the
level indicator will be in the normal
range. If the engine coolant
temperature exceeds the normal
range, stop the vehicle as soon as
safely possible, switch off the engine
and let the engine cool.
WARNING
Never remove the coolant
reservoir cap while the engine is
running or hot.
WARNING LAMPS AND
INDICATORS
The following warning lamps and
indicators will alert you to a vehicle
condition that may become serious.
Some lamps will illuminate when you
start your vehicle to make sure they
work. If any lamps remain on after
starting your vehicle, refer to the
respective system warning lamp for
further information.
Note: Some warning indicators appear
in the information display and function
the same as a warning lamp, but do
not display when you start your vehicle.
Adaptive Cruise Control (If
Equipped)
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The speed control system
indicator light changes color
to indicate what mode the
system is in: See Using Adaptive
Cruise Control (page 199).
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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Instrument Cluster

Anti-Lock Braking System
If it illuminates when you are
driving, this indicates a
malfunction. You will
continue to have the normal braking
system (without ABS) unless the
brake system warning lamp is also
illuminated. Have the system checked
by your authorized dealer.
Battery
If it illuminates while driving,
it indicates a malfunction.
Switch off all unnecessary
electrical equipment and have the
system checked by your authorized
dealer immediately.
Blind Spot Monitor (If Equipped)
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It will illuminate when you
switch this feature off or in
conjunction with a message.
See Blind Spot Monitor (page 213).
See Information Messages (page
106).
Brake System
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It will illuminate when you
engage the parking brake
with the ignition on.
If it illuminates when you are driving,
check that the parking brake is not
engaged. If the parking brake is not
engaged, this indicates low brake fluid
level or a brake system malfunction.
Have the system checked
immediately by your authorized
dealer.
WARNING
Driving your vehicle with the
warning lamp on is dangerous. A
significant decrease in braking
performance may occur. It will take
you longer to stop your vehicle. Have
your vehicle checked by your
authorized dealer immediately. Driving
extended distances with the parking
brake engaged can cause brake failure
and the risk of personal injury.
Cruise Control (If Equipped)
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It will illuminate when you
switch this feature on.
Direction Indicator
Illuminates when the left or
right turn signal or the hazard
warning flasher is turned on.
If the indicators stay on or flash faster,
check for a burned out bulb. See
Changing a Bulb (page 286).
Door Ajar
Displays when the ignition is
on and any door is not
completely closed.
Electric Park Brake
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It will illuminate or flash
when the electric parking
brake has a malfunction. See
Electric Parking Brake (page 180).
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Instrument Cluster

Engine Coolant Temperature
Illuminates when the engine
coolant temperature is high.
Stop the vehicle as soon as
possible, switch off the engine and let
cool. See Engine Coolant Check
(page 272).
Engine Oil
If it illuminates with the
engine running or when you
are driving, this indicates a
malfunction. Stop your vehicle as
soon as it is safe to do so and switch
the engine off. Check the engine oil
level. See Engine Oil Check (page
271).
Note: Do not resume your journey if it
illuminates despite the level being
correct. Have the system checked by
your authorized dealer immediately.
Fasten Safety Belt
It will illuminate and a chime
will sound to remind you to
fasten your safety belt. See
Safety Belt Minder (page 38).
Front Airbag
If it fails to illuminate when
you start your vehicle,
continues to flash or remains
on, it indicates a malfunction. Have
the system checked by your
authorized dealer.
Heads Up Display (If Equipped)
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A red beam of lights will
illuminate on the windshield
in certain instances when
using adaptive cruise control and/or
the collision warning system. It will
also illuminate momentarily when you
start your vehicle to make sure the
display works.
High Beam
It will illuminate when you
switch the high beam
headlamps on. It will flash
when you use the headlamp flasher.
Hood Ajar
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Displays when the ignition is
on and the hood is not
completely closed.
Low Fuel Level
It will illuminate when the
fuel level is low or the fuel
tank is nearly empty. Refuel
as soon as possible.
Low Tire Pressure Warning
It will illuminate when your
tire pressure is low. If the
lamp remains on with the
engine running or when driving, check
your tire pressure as soon as possible.
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Instrument Cluster