2015 LINCOLN MKZ HYBRID key

You must have two previously programmed
intelligent access keys inside your vehicle
and the new unprogrammed intelligent
access keys readily accessible. See an
authorized dealer to have the spare key
programmed if two previously programmed
keys are not available.
Make sure that your vehicle is off before
beginning this procedure. Make sure that
you close all the doors before beginning and
that they remain closed throughout the
procedure. Perform all steps within 30
seconds of starting the sequence. Stop and
wait for at least one minute before starting
again if you perform any steps out of
sequence.
Read and understand the entire procedure
before you begin.
1.
Remove the rubber covering (A) from the
cupholder. Place the first programmed
key in the backup slot (B) at the bottom
of the cupholder, then press the push
button ignition switch.
2. Wait five seconds and then press the push button ignition switch again.
3. Remove the intelligent access key.
4. Within 10 seconds, place a second programmed intelligent access key in the
backup slot. Press the push button
ignition switch.
5. Wait five seconds and then press the push button ignition switch again.
6. Remove the intelligent access key. 7. Place the unprogrammed intelligent
access key in the backup slot and press
the push button ignition switch.
Programming is now complete. Verify the
remote control functions operate and your
vehicle starts with the new intelligent access
key.
If programming was not successful, wait 10
seconds and repeat Steps 1 through 7. If you
are still unsuccessful, take your vehicle to
your authorized dealer.
ANTI-THEFT ALARM (If Equipped)
The system will warn you of an unauthorized
entry to your vehicle. It will be triggered if
any door, the luggage compartment or the
hood is opened without using the key,
remote control or keyless entry keypad.
The direction indicators will flash and the
horn will sound if unauthorized entry is
attempted while the alarm is armed.
Take all remote controls to an authorized
dealer if there is any potential alarm problem
with your vehicle.
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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 luggage
compartment 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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Note:
If your engine is misfiring, excessive
exhaust temperatures could damage the
catalytic converter or other vehicle
components.
The service engine soon indicator lights
when the you first switch on your vehicle,
prior to engine start, to check the bulb and
to indicate whether the vehicle is ready for
inspection maintenance testing.
Normally, the service engine soon light will
stay on until the engine cranks, then turn
itself off if no malfunctions are present.
However, if after 15 seconds the service
engine soon light blinks eight times, it means
that the vehicle is not ready for inspection
maintenance testing. See Emission Control
System (page 181).
Stability Control Flashes when the system is active.
If it stays lit or does not light when
you switch on the ignition, this
indicates a malfunction. During a malfunction
the system will switch off. Have an authorized
dealer check the system immediately.
See
Using Stability Control (page 200). Stability Control Off Lights when you switch the system
off. It will go out when you switch
the system back on or when you
switch off the ignition.
See Using Stability
Control (page 200).
Stop Safely Lights if your vehicle has an
electrical component fault or failure
that will cause your vehicle to
shutdown or enter into a limited operating
mode. You may also see a message.
Trunk Ajar Lights when the ignition is on and
the trunk is not completely closed.AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND
INDICATORS
Key in Ignition Warning Chime
Sounds when you open the driver's door and
you have left the key in the ignition with it in
the off or accessory position.
Keyless Warning Alert
(If Equipped)
Sounds the horn twice when you exit your
vehicle with the intelligent access key, after
the last door is closed and your keyless
vehicle is in RUN, indicating your vehicle is
still on.
Headlamps On Warning Chime
Sounds when you remove the key from the
ignition and open the driver's door and you
have left the headlamps or parking lamps
on.
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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 displays in the
information display. Left Information Display Controls
•
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:
Display/Trip
Information
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.
Display/Trip Use the up or down arrow buttons
to choose between the following
display options.
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Note:
The cluster will remember the menu
level 2 state when the individual key state
is changed from the RUN position to the OFF
position. Display/Trip
Menu level 5
Menu level 4
Menu level 3
Menu level 2
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Help
Engage
Split Power + Avg Fuel Economy +
Instantaneous Fuel Gauge + Battery Gauge + Fuel Gauge)
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Help
Empower
(Power with engine on/off threshold
+ Avg Fuel Economy + Instantaneous Fuel Gauge + Battery Gauge + Fuel Gauge)
Avg Fuel
Avg Fuel
Change MyView
MyView
(MyView + Battery Gauge + Fuel Gauge) Inst. Fuel
Power
Coolant Temp
Split Power
Accessory Power
Power + Threshold
Trip 1
Tach rpm x 1000 + Avg Fuel
Trip 2
Accessory Power
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Information
Displays a number of different system tutorials. Use the up or down arro\
ws to scroll
through the tutorials. Then press OK to view.
Tutorial
Warnings
Displays the associated driver alert graphic.
Driver Alert
MyKeys (Number of MyKeys programmed)
MyKey
MyKey Miles (km) (Distance traveled using a programmed MyKey)
Admin Keys (Number of admin keys)
All active warnings will display first if applicable. The system check menu may appear
different based upon equipment options and current vehicle status. Use t\
he up or down
arrow buttons to scroll through the list.
System Check
Settings In this mode, you can configure
different driver setting choices.
Note:
Some items are optional and may not
appear.
Note: Some MyKey items will only appear if
a MyKey is set.
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Settings
Auto or Off
Rear Defrost
Auto or Off
Driver Seat
Auto or Off
Passenger Seat
5, 10 or 15 minutes
Duration
On or Off
Quiet Start
Enable or Disable
System
On or Off
Switch Inhibit
Select number of years
Tire Mobility Kit
On or Off
Remote Open
Windows
On or Off
Remote Close
On or Off
Courtesy Wipe
Wipers
On or Off
Rain Sensing
Hold OK to Create MyKey
Create MyKey
MyKey
Always On or User Selectable
911 Assist
Always On or User Selectable
Traction Control
Choose desired speed or off
Max Speed
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Settings
Choose desired speed or off
Speed Minder
On or Off
Volume Limiter
On or Off
Do Not Disturb
Hold OK to Clear All MyKeys
Clear MyKeys
Select the desired language - Hold OK to Set
Language
Display
Miles & GAL, l/100km or km/l
Distance
Units
Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius (°C)
Temperature
On or Off
Brake Coach
On or Off
Regen Active
On or Off
Charge Assist
Hold
OK to Reset
Driving History
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