GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING: Extended idling at highengine speeds can produce very hightemperatures in the engine and exhaustsystem, creating the risk of fire or otherdamage.
WARNING: Do not park, idle or driveyour vehicle on dry grass or other dry groundcover. The emission system heats up theengine compartment and exhaust system,creating the risk of fire.
WARNING: Do not start the engine ina closed garage or in other enclosed areas.Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always openthe garage door before you start the engine.
WARNING: Exhaust leaks may resultin entry of harmful and potentially lethalfumes into the passenger compartment. Ifyou smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle,have your vehicle inspected immediately. Donot drive if you smell exhaust fumes.
If you disconnect the battery, your vehiclemay exhibit some unusual drivingcharacteristics for approximately 5 mi (8 km)after you reconnect it. This is because theengine management system must realignitself with the engine. You can disregard anyunusual driving characteristics during thisperiod.
The powertrain control system meets allCanadian interference-causing equipmentstandard requirements regulating theimpulse electrical field or radio noise.
When you start the engine, avoid pressingthe accelerator pedal before and duringoperation. Only use the accelerator pedalwhen you have difficulty starting the engine.
KEYLESS STARTING
Note:The system may not function if theintelligent access key is close to metalobjects or electronic devices, for examplekeys or a cell phone.
Note:A valid intelligent access key must belocated inside your vehicle to switch theignition on and start your vehicle.
Ignition Modes
The keyless starting system has threemodes:
Off: Turns the ignition off.
•Without applying the brake pedal, pressand release the button once when theignition is in the on mode, or when yourvehicle is running but is not moving.
On: All electrical circuits are operational andthe warning lamps and indicators illuminate.
•Without applying the brake pedal, pressand release the button once.
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Jump Starting the Vehicle...........................281Connecting the Jumper Cables.....................282Jump Starting......................................................283Preparing Your Vehicle......................................281Removing the Jumper Cables.........................283
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Keyless Entry....................................................78SECURICODE™ Keyless Entry Keypad.............78
Keyless Starting.............................................178Ignition Modes......................................................178
Keys and Remote Controls...........................57
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Lane Keeping System..................................247Switching the System On and Off..................248
Lighting Control..............................................92Flashing the Headlamp High Beam.................93Headlamp High Beam.........................................93
Lighting..............................................................92General Information.............................................92
Lincoln Automotive Financial Services......12Lincoln Protect..............................................520Lincoln Protect (CANADA ONLY)....................521
Lincoln Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S.Only)..................................................................520
Load Carrying................................................266Load Limit.......................................................266Special Loading Instructions for Owners ofPick-up Trucks and Utility-typeVehicles............................................................270Vehicle Loading - with and without aTrailer................................................................266
Locking and Unlocking..................................67Activating Intelligent Access..............................67Autolock..................................................................72Battery Saver..........................................................73Door Lock Indicator..............................................67Door Lock Switch Inhibitor.................................67Emergency Locking..............................................70Illuminated Entry....................................................72Illuminated Exit......................................................72Locking and Unlocking the Doors FromInside...................................................................70Opening the Luggage Compartment...............73Remote Control.....................................................69Smart Unlocks for Intelligent AccessKeys.......................................................................71Unlocking the Driver Door with the KeyBlade.....................................................................71
Lug NutsSee: Changing a Road Wheel.........................364
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Maintenance...................................................312General Information............................................312
Memory Function..........................................163Easy Entry and Exit Feature..............................164Linking a Preset Position to your RemoteControl or Intelligent Access Key Fob.......164Saving a Preset Position....................................163
Message CenterSee: Information Displays..................................115
MirrorsSee: Heated Windows and Mirrors..................151See: Windows and Mirrors.................................101
Mobile Communications Equipment...........14Moonroof.........................................................107Bounce-Back........................................................108Opening and Closing the Moonroof...............107
Motorcraft Parts - 2.7L..................................377Motorcraft Parts - 3.0L.................................378Motorcraft Parts - 3.7L.................................379MyKey Troubleshooting................................65MyKey™..............................................................62Principle of Operation.........................................62
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