2014 LINCOLN MKZ warning light

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

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

GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING
Driving while distracted can
result in loss of vehicle control,
crash and injury. We strongly
recommend that you use extreme
caution when using any device that
may take your focus off the road. Your
primary responsibility is the safe
operation of your vehicle. We
recommend against the use of any
hand-held device while driving and
encourage the use of voice-operated
systems when possible. Make sure you
are aware of all applicable local laws
that may affect the use of electronic
devices while driving.
Various systems on your vehicle can
be controlled using the information
display controls on the steering wheel.
Corresponding information is
displayed in the information display.
Information Display Controls
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• Press the up and down arrow buttons to scroll through and
highlight the options within a
menu.
• Press the right arrow button to enter a sub-menu.
• Press the left arrow button to exit a menu.
• Press and hold the left arrow button at any time to return to the
main menu display (escape
button).
• Press the OK button to choose and confirm settings or messages.
Main menu
From the main menu bar on the left
side of the information display, you
can choose from the following
categories:
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Trip 1 & 2
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Fuel Economy
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Driver Assist
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Settings
Scroll up or down to highlight one of
the categories and then press the right
arrow key or OK to enter into that
category. Press the left arrow key as
needed to exit back to the main menu.
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Information Displays

AWD
Action
Message
Displayed when the AWD system has been temporarily
disabled to protect itself from overheating.
AWD Temporarily
Disabled
Displayed when the AWD system has been automatic-ally disabled to protect itself. This is caused by oper-
ating the vehicle with the compact spare tire installed or if the system is overheating.
AWD Off
The AWD system will resume normal function and clearthis message after driving a short distance with the
road tire re-installed or after the system is allowed to cool.
AWD Restored
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.
AWD Malfunction
Service Required
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Information Displays

Do not expose discs to direct sunlight
or heat sources for extended periods.
MP3 Track and Folder
Structure
Audio systems capable of recognizing
and playing MP3 individual tracks and
folder structures work as follows:
• There are two different modes forMP3 disc playback: MP3 track
mode (system default) and MP3
folder mode.
• MP3 track mode ignores any folder structure on the MP3 disc. The
player numbers each MP3 track on
the disc (noted by the .mp3 file
extension) from T001 to a
maximum of T255. The maximum
number of playable MP3 files may
be less depending on the structure
of the CD and exact model of radio
present.
• MP3 folder mode represents a folder structure consisting of one
level of folders. The CD player
numbers all MP3 tracks on the disc
(noted by the .mp3 file extension)
and all folders containing MP3
files, from F001 (folder) T001
(track) to F253 T255.
• Creating discs with only one level of folders helps with navigation
through the disc files.
If you are burning your own MP3 discs,
it is important to understand how the
system reads the structures you
create. While various files may be
present, (files with extensions other
than mp3), only files with the .mp3 extension are played; other files are
ignored by the system. This enables
you to use the same MP3 disc for a
variety of tasks on your work
computer, home computer and your
in-vehicle system.
In track mode, the system displays
and plays the structure as if it were
only one level deep (all .mp3 files
play, regardless of being in a specific
folder). In folder mode, the system
only plays the .mp3 files in the current
folder.
AUDIO UNIT - VEHICLES
WITH: PREMIUM
AM/FM/CD
WARNING
Driving while distracted can
result in loss of vehicle control,
crash and injury. We strongly
recommend that you use extreme
caution when using any device that
may take your focus off the road. Your
primary responsibility is the safe
operation of your vehicle. We
recommend against the use of any
hand-held device while driving and
encourage the use of voice-operated
systems when possible. Make sure you
are aware of all applicable local laws
that may affect the use of electronic
devices while driving.
Note: The MyLincoln Touch system
controls most of the audio features.
See Entertainment (page 364).
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Audio System

SITTING IN THE CORRECT
POSITION
WARNINGS
Sitting improperly, out of
position or with the seat back
reclined too far can take weight off
the seat cushion and affect the
decision of the passenger sensing
system, resulting in serious injury or
death in the event of a crash. Always
sit upright against your seat back, with
your feet on the floor.
Do not recline the seat back as
this can cause the occupant to
slide under the safety belt, resulting
in serious injury in the event of a crash.
Do not place objects higher than
the seat back to reduce the risk
of serious injury in the event of a crash
or during heavy braking.
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When you use them properly, the seat,
head restraint, safety belt and air bags
will provide optimum protection in the
event of a crash. We recommend that you follow these
guidelines:
• Sit in an upright position with the
base of your spine as far back as
possible.
• Do not recline the seat back more than 30 degrees.
• Adjust the head restraint so that the top of it is level with the top of
your head and as far forward as
possible. Make sure that you
remain comfortable.
• Keep sufficient distance between yourself and the steering wheel.
We recommend a minimum of 10
inches (25 centimeters) between
your breastbone and the air bag
cover.
• Hold the steering wheel with your arms slightly bent.
• Bend your legs slightly so that you can press the pedals fully.
• Position the shoulder strap of the safety belt over the center of your
shoulder and position the lap strap
tightly across your hips.
Make sure that your driving position is
comfortable and that you can
maintain full control of your vehicle.
HEAD RESTRAINTS
WARNINGS
Fully adjust the head restraint
before you sit in or operate your
vehicle. This will help minimize the risk
of neck injury in the event of a crash.
Do not adjust the head restraint when
your vehicle is moving.
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Seats

Touch the heated seat symbol on the
touchscreen to cycle through the
various heat settings and off. Warmer
settings are indicated by more
indicator lights.
Rear Heated Seats (If Equipped)
WARNING
Persons who are unable to feel
pain to the skin because of
advanced age, chronic illness,
diabetes, spinal cord injury,
medication, alcohol use, exhaustion,
or other physical conditions, must
exercise care when using the seat
heater. The seat heater may cause
burns even at low temperatures,
especially if used for long periods of
time. Do not place anything on the
seat that insulates against heat, such
as a blanket or cushion, because this
may cause the seat heater to
overheat. Do not puncture the seat
with pins, needles, or other pointed
objects because this may damage the
heating element which may cause the
seat heater to overheat. An
overheated seat may cause serious
personal injury.
Note: Do not do the following:
• Place heavy objects on the seat.
• Operate the seat heater if water or any other liquid is spilled on the
seat. Allow the seat to dry
thoroughly.
The rear seat heat controls are
located on the rear of the center
console. The heated seats only operate when
the ignition is on.
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• Press the heated seat symbol to
cycle through the various heat
settings and off. Warmer settings
are indicated by more indicator
lights.
• Press again to deactivate.
The heated seat module resets at
every ignition run cycle. While the
ignition is on, press the high or low
heated seat switch to enable heating
mode. When activated, they will turn
off automatically when you turn the
engine off.
VENTILATED SEATS (IF
EQUIPPED)
The ventilated seats will only function
when the engine is running.
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To operate the ventilated seats:
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Seats

HomeLink Wireless Control
System (If Equipped)
WARNING
Do not use the system with any
garage door opener that does
not have the safety stop and reverse
feature as required by U.S. Federal
Safety Standards (this includes any
garage door opener manufactured
before April 1, 1982). A garage door
opener which cannot detect an object,
signaling the door to stop and reverse,
does not meet current federal safety
standards. Using a garage door opener
without these features increases the
risk of serious injury or death.
Note: Make sure that the garage door
and security device are free from
obstruction when you are
programming. Do not program the
system with the vehicle in the garage.
Note: Make sure you keep the original
remote control transmitter for use in
other vehicles as well as for future
system programming.
Note: We recommend that upon the
sale or lease termination of your
vehicle, you erase the programmed
function buttons for security reasons.
See Erasing the function button codes
later in this section.
Note: You can program a maximum
of three devices. To change or replace
any of the three devices after it has
been initially programmed, you must
first erase the current settings. See
Erasing the function button codes later
in this section.
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The universal garage door opener
replaces the common hand-held
garage door opener with a
three-button transmitter that is
integrated into the driver’s sun visor.
The system includes two primary
features, a garage door opener and a
platform for remote activation of
devices within the home. As well as
being programmed for garage doors,
the system transmitter can be
programmed to operate entry gate
operators, security systems, entry
door locks and home or office lighting.
Additional system information can be
found online at www.homelink.com
or by calling the toll-free help line on
1-800-355-3515.
In-vehicle programming
This process is to program your
hand-held transmitter and your
in-vehicle HomeLink button.
Note: Put a new battery in the
hand-held transmitter. This will ensure
quicker training and accurate
transmission of the radio-frequency
signal.
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Universal Garage Door Opener