2015 LINCOLN MKS Owners Manual

Action
Message
When a MyKey is in use, the MyKey speed limit is on and your vehicle speed is approaching 80 mph (130 km/h).
Vehicle Near Top Speed
MyKey is active.
Check Speed Drive Safely
A MyKey is in use and Belt-Minder is activated.
Buckle Up to Unmute Audio
An attempt is made to program a spare key using two existing MyKeys.
Could Not Program Integrated Key
Park Aid Action
Message
The system has detected a condition that requires service. Contact your authorized dealer. See Parking Aid (page 153).
Check Park Aid
The system has detected a condition that requires service. Contact your authorized dealer.
See
Parking Aid (page 153).
Check Rear Park Aid
The park aid status.
Rear Park Aid On Off
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Power Steering
Action
Message
The power steering system has detected a condition that requires service. See an authorized dealer.
Steering Malfunction Service Now
The power steering system is not working. Stop your vehicle a safe place. Contact an authorized dealer.
Service Power Steering Now
The power steering system has detected a condition within the power steering system or passiveentry or passive start system requires service. Contact an authorized dealer.
Steering Assist Fault
You need to turn the steering wheel in order to disengage the steering lock.
Steering column lock: Remove and re-
insert key while turning wheel to unlock
Seats Action
Message
Objects are by the passenger seat. After the objects are moved away from the seat, if the warningstays on or continues to come on contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Occupant Sensor BLOCKED Remove
Objects Near Passenger Seat
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Action
Message
One or more tires on your vehicle have low tire pressure. See Tire Pressure Monitoring System (page 279).
LOW Tire Pressure
The tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning. If the warning stays on or continues tocome on, contact an authorized dealer.
See Tire Pressure Monitoring System (page 279).
Tire Pressure Monitor Fault
A tire pressure sensor is malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use. For more information on how
the system operates under these conditions, See Tire Pressure Monitoring System (page 279).
If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Tire Pressure Sensor Fault
Transmission Action
Message
You switched the engine off and shift select lever is in any position other than P (Park).
Shift to Park
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AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL
Note:
You can switch temperature units
between Fahrenheit and Celsius. See Settings
(page 313). – MY TEMP +:
Adjust the temperature setting using the control on the driver side.
A
Fan speed control:
Adjust the volume of air circulated in the vehicle.
B
– DUAL +:
Press to increase or decrease the air temperature for the passenger side of the vehicle.
C
Recirculated air: Press the button to switch between outside air and recirculated air. The air currently in the passenger compartment
recirculates. This can reduce the time needed to cool the interior and reduce unwanted odors from entering your vehicle.
D
Note:
Recirculated air may also turn on and off automatically in instrument panel or instrument panel and floor airflow modes during
hot weather to improve cooling efficiency.
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MAX A/C: Adjust the control for maximum cooling. Recirculated air flows through the instrument panel vents, air conditioning
automatically turns on and the fan automatically adjusts to the highest speed.
E
A/C:
Press the button to switch the air conditioning on or off. Air conditioning cools your vehicle using outside air. To improve the
time to reach a comfortable temperature in hot weather, drive with the windows open until you feel cold air through the air vents.
F
Note:
In certain conditions (for example, maximum defrost), the air conditioning compressor may continue to operate even though
the air conditioning is switched off.
Power:
Press the button to switch the system on and off. When the system is off, it prevents outside air from entering the vehicle.
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AUTO:
Press the button to switch on automatic operation. Adjust to select the desired temperature. Fan speed, air distribution, air
conditioning operation, and outside or recirculated air are automatically adjusted to heat or cool the vehicle to maintain the desired
temperature. You can also turn off dual zone mode by pressing and holding the button for greater than two seconds.
H
Heated rear window:
Press the button to switch the heated rear window on and off. See Heated Windows and Mirrors (page
107).
I
Defrost:
Select to distribute air through the windshield air vents. Air distribution to the instrument panel and footwell vents turns
off. You can also use this setting to defrost and clear the windshield of a thin covering of ice.
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HINTS ON CONTROLLING THE
INTERIOR CLIMATE
General Hints
Note: Prolonged use of recirculated air may
cause the windows to fog up.
Note: You may feel a small amount of air from
the footwell air vents regardless of the air
distribution setting. Note:
To reduce humidity build-up inside your
vehicle, do not drive with the system switched
off or with recirculated air always switched on.
Note: Do not place objects under the front
seats as this may interfere with the airflow to
the rear seats.
Note: Remove any snow, ice or leaves from
the air intake area at the base of the
windshield. Note:
To improve the time to reach comfort
in hot weather, drive with the windows slightly
open for 2-3 minutes after start-up or until
your vehicle airs out.
Automatic Climate Control
Note: Adjusting the settings when your vehicle
interior is extremely hot or cold is not
necessary. The system automatically adjusts
to heat or cool the cabin to your selected
temperature as quickly as possible. For the
system to function efficiently, the instrument
panel and side air vents should be fully open.
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Note:
If you select AUTO during cold outside
temperatures, the system directs airflow to
the windshield and side window vents. In
addition, the fan may run at a slower speed
until the engine warms up.
Note: If you select
AUTO during hot outside
temperatures, or when the inside of the vehicle
is hot, the system automatically uses
recirculated air to maximize interior cooling.
When the interior reaches the selected
temperature, the system automatically
switches to using outside air.
Heating the Interior Quickly
1. Press the
AUTO button.
2. Adjust the temperature control to the desired setting.
Recommended Settings for Heating
1. Press the
AUTO button.
2. Adjust the temperature control to the desired setting. Use 72°F (22°C) as a
starting point, then adjust the setting as
necessary.
Cooling the Interior Quickly
Press the
MAX A/C button. Recommended Settings for Cooling
1. Press the
AUTO button.
2. Adjust the temperature control to the desired setting. Use 72°F (22°C) as a
starting point, then adjust the setting as
necessary.
Side Window Defogging in Cold
Weather
1. Press the defrost button.
2. Adjust the temperature control to the desired setting. Use 72°F (22°C) as a
starting point, then adjust the setting as
necessary.
3. Direct the instrument panel side air vents
toward the side windows.
4. Close the instrument panel vents.
HEATED WINDOWS AND
MIRRORS
Heated Rear Window
Note: Make sure the engine is running before
operating the heated windows. Press the button to clear the
heated rear window of thin ice and
fog. Press the button to switch the
system off. The heated rear window will
automatically turn off after a short period of
time.
Do not use razor blades or other sharp
objects to clean or remove decals from
the inside of the heated rear window. This
may cause damage to the heated rear
window grid lines. The vehicle warranty
does not cover damage caused to the
heated rear window grid lines.
Heated Exterior Mirror
Note: Do not remove ice from the mirrors with
a scraper or adjust the mirror glass when it is
frozen in place. These actions could cause
damage to the glass and mirrors.
Note: Do not clean the mirror housing or glass
with harsh abrasives, fuel or other
petroleum-based cleaning products.
The heated exterior mirrors will remove ice,
mist and fog. When you switch the heated
rear window on, the heated exterior mirrors
will automatically turn on.
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CABIN AIR FILTER
Your vehicle is equipped with a cabin air filter.
It is located behind the glove box.
The particulate filtration system reduces the
concentration of airborne particles such as
dust, spores and pollen in the air supplied to
the interior of your vehicle.
Note:
To prevent foreign objects from entering
the system, make sure the cabin air is in place
at all times. Running the system without a filter
in place could result in degradation or damage
to the system.
The particulate filtration system gives you
and your passengers the following benefits:
• It improves your driving comfort by
reducing particle concentration.
• It improves the interior compartment
cleanliness.
• It protects the climate control
components from particle deposits.
Replace the filter at regular intervals. See
Scheduled Maintenance (page 392).
For additional cabin air filter information, or
to replace the filter, see an authorized dealer. REMOTE START
The remote start feature allows you to
pre-condition the interior of your vehicle. The
climate control system works to achieve
comfort according to your previous settings.
Note:
You cannot adjust the system during
remote start operation.
Turn the ignition on to return the system to
its previous settings. You can now make
adjustments normally, but you need to turn
certain vehicle-dependent features back on,
such as:
• Heated seats.
• Cooled seats.
• Heated steering wheel.
• Heated mirrors.
• Heated rear window.
You can adjust the default remote start
settings using the information display
controls. See
Information Displays (page
88).
Automatic Settings
In hot weather, the system is set to 72°F
(22°C). The cooled seats are set to high (if
available, and selected to AUTO in the
information display). In moderate weather, the system either heats
or cools (based on previous settings). The
rear defroster, heated mirrors and heated
seats do not automatically switch on.
In cold weather, the system is set to 72°F
(22°C). The heated seats are set to high (if
available, and selected to AUTO in the
information display). The rear defroster and
heated mirrors automatically switch on.
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SITTING IN THE CORRECT
POSITION
WARNINGS
Sitting improperly, out of position or
with the seatback 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 seatback 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
seatback to reduce the risk of serious
injury in the event of a crash or during
heavy braking. When you use them properly, the seat, head
restraint, safety belt and airbags 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 seatback 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 in (25 cm) between your
breastbone and the airbag 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. The head restraint is a safety device.
Whenever possible it should be
installed and properly adjusted when
the seat is occupied.
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