2016 LINCOLN MKZ 162

Cigar Lighter...................................................158
Storage Compartments
Center Console.............................................160
Overhead Console.......................................160
Starting and Stopping theEngine
General Information.......................................161
Keyless Starting..............................................161
Starting a Gasoline Engine.........................162
Engine Block Heater....................................165
Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions........................................166
Fuel Quality.....................................................167
Running Out of Fuel.....................................168
Refueling.........................................................169
Fuel Consumption..........................................171
Emission Control System.............................172
Transmission
Automatic Transmission...............................175
All-Wheel Drive
Using All-Wheel Drive...................................181
Brakes
General Information......................................187
Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes..........................................................187
Electric Parking Brake..................................188
Hill Start Assist...............................................190
Traction Control
Principle of Operation..................................192
Using Traction Control.................................192
Stability Control
Principle of Operation..................................194
Using Stability Control.................................195
Parking Aids
Principle of Operation..................................196
Rear Parking Aid............................................197
Front Parking Aid...........................................197
Active Park Assist..........................................198 Rear View Camera.......................................202
Cruise Control
Principle of Operation.................................206
Using Cruise Control...................................206
Using Adaptive Cruise Control.................207
Driving Aids
Driver Alert......................................................214
Lane Keeping System..................................215
Blind Spot Information System.................220
Steering..........................................................225
Pre-Collision Assist......................................226
Drive Control.................................................229
Load Carrying
Load Limit........................................................231
Towing
Towing a Trailer.............................................240
Recommended Towing Weights...............241
Essential Towing Checks............................243
Transporting the Vehicle............................245
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Table of Contents

Safety alert
See Owner's Manual
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Air conditioning system
Anti-lock braking system
Avoid smoking, flames or sparks
Battery
Battery acid
Brake fluid - non petroleum based
Brake system
Cabin air filter
Check fuel cap
Child safety door lock or unlock
Child seat lower anchor
Child seat tether anchor
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Cruise control
Do not open when hot
Engine air filter
Engine coolant
Engine coolant temperature
Engine oil
Explosive gas
Fan warning
Fasten safety belt
Front airbag
Front fog lamps
Fuel pump reset
Fuse compartment
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Introduction

USING MYKEY WITH REMOTE
START SYSTEMS
MyKey is not compatible with nonFord-approved, aftermarket remote start
systems. If you choose to install a remote
start system, see an authorized dealer for a
Ford-approved remote start system.
MYKEY TROUBLESHOOTING
Potential Causes
Condition
I cannot create a MyKey. • The key or transmitter used to start the vehicle does not have admin pri\
vileges.
• The key or transmitter used to start the vehicle is the only admin key (\
there always has to be at least one admin key).
• Vehicles with keyless start: The keyless start transmitter is not placed \
in the backup position. See Starting a Gasoline Engine (page 162).
• SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is disabled or in unlimited mode.
• The key or transmitter used to start your vehicle does not have admin pr\
ivileges.
• No MyKeys are created. See Creating a MyKey (page 61).
I cannot program the configurable
settings.
• The key or transmitter used to start your vehicle does not have admin pr\
ivileges.
• No MyKeys are created. See Creating a MyKey (page 61).
I cannot clear the MyKeys.
Purchase a new key from an authorized dealer.
I lost the only admin key.
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MyKey™

LIGHTING CONTROL
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OffA
Parking lamps, instrument panel
lamps, license plate lamps and tail
lamps
B
Headlamps
C
High Beams
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Push the lever forward to switch the high
beams on.
Push the lever forward again or pull the lever
toward you to switch the high beams off.
Headlamp Flasher
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Pull the lever toward you slightly and release
it to flash the headlamps.
AUTOLAMPS (If Equipped)
WARNING
The autolamps switch position may not
activate the headlamps in all low
visibility conditions, such as daytime fog.
Always ensure that your headlamps are
switched to auto or on, as appropriate, during
all low visibility conditions. Failure to do so
may result in a collision.
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Lighting

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B
A
The system will only work with the lighting
control switch in the autolamp position.
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Note:There may be a delay of up to five
seconds before the system will operate when
the vehicle is first driven.
Note: The system is only active at speeds
above 3 mph (5 km/h).
When the vehicle is started, the lamps track
to a predetermined position, then back to
center to alert the driver that the system is
working properly.
DIRECTION INDICATORS
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Push the lever up or down to use the
direction indicators.
Note: Tap the lever up or down to make the
direction indicators flash three times to
indicate a lane change.
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Lighting

You can adjust the interior mirror to your
preference. Some mirrors also have a second
pivot point. This lets you move the mirror
head up or down and from side to side.
Auto-Dimming Mirror
Note:Do not block the sensors on the front
and back of the mirror. Mirror performance
may be affected. A rear center passenger
or raised rear center head restraint may also
block light from reaching the sensor.
The mirror will dim automatically to reduce
glare when bright lights are detected from
behind your vehicle. It will automatically
return to normal reflection when you select
reverse gear to make sure you have a clear
view when backing up.
SUN VISORS
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Rotate the sun visor toward the side window
and extend it rearward for extra shade.
Illuminated Vanity Mirror
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Lift the cover to switch the lamp on.
SUN SHADES (If Equipped)
Note: Do not try to move the sun shade
manually.
The power rear sun shade covers the rear
window of the vehicle.
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Windows and Mirrors

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 vehicle is running but 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 until the vehicle starts. An
indicator light on the button
illuminates when the ignition is on
and when the vehicle starts.STARTING A GASOLINE ENGINE
When you start the engine, 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 engine, check the
following:
• Make sure all occupants have fastenedtheir 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.
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:
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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.
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.
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Starting and Stopping the Engine

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1. Locate the portable funnel that comeswith your vehicle. The funnel is located
behind the left-hand side rear seat, under
the carpet. Fold down the left-hand side
rear seat back. Pull back the piece of
carpet to access the funnel.
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2. Slowly insert the funnel into the caplessfuel system.
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3. Fill the vehicle with fuel from the portablefuel container. 4. When done, clean the funnel or properly
dispose of it. Extra funnels can be
purchased from your authorized dealer
if you choose to dispose of the funnel.
REFUELING
WARNINGS
Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel
fire can cause severe injuries.
Read and follow all the instructions on
the pump island.
Switch off your engine when you are
refueling.
Do not smoke if you are near fuel or
refueling your vehicle.
Keep sparks, flames and smoking
materials away from fuel.
Stay outside your vehicle and do not
leave the fuel pump unattended when
refueling your vehicle. This is against the law
in some places.
Keep children away from the fuel
pump; never let children pump fuel.
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Fuel and Refueling