2018 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL headrest

SITTING IN THE CORRECT
POSITION
WARNING: Sitting improperly, out ofposition or with the seatback reclined too farcan take weight off the seat cushion andaffect the decision of the passenger sensingsystem, resulting in serious injury or deathin the event of a crash. Always sit uprightagainst your seat back, with your feet on thefloor.
WARNING: Do not recline the seatbackas this can cause the occupant to slide underthe safety belt, resulting in serious injury inthe event of a crash.
WARNING: Do not place objects higherthan the seatback to reduce the risk ofserious injury in the event of a crash orduring heavy braking.
When you use them properly, the seat, headrestraint, safety belt and airbags will provideoptimum protection in the event of a crash.
We recommend that you follow theseguidelines:
•Sit in an upright position with the base ofyour spine as far back as possible.
•Do not recline the seatback more than30 degrees.
•Adjust the head restraint so that the topof it is level with the top of your head andas far forward as possible. Make sure thatyou remain comfortable.
•Keep sufficient distance betweenyourself and the steering wheel. Werecommend a minimum of 10 in (25 cm)between your breastbone and the airbagcover.
•Hold the steering wheel with your armsslightly bent.
•Bend your legs slightly so that you canpress the pedals fully.
•Position the shoulder strap of the safetybelt over the center of your shoulder andposition the lap strap tightly across yourhips.
Make sure that your driving position iscomfortable and that you can maintain fullcontrol of your vehicle.
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HEAD RESTRAINTS
WARNING: Fully adjust the headrestraint before you sit in or operate yourvehicle. This will help minimize the risk ofneck injury in the event of a crash. Do notadjust the head restraint when your vehicleis moving.
WARNING: The head restraint is asafety device. Whenever possible it shouldbe installed and properly adjusted when theseat is occupied. Failure to adjust the headrestraint properly could reduce itseffectiveness during certain impacts.
Note:Adjust the seatback to an uprightdriving position before adjusting the headrestraint. Adjust the head restraint so thatthe top of it is level with the top of your headand as far forward as possible. Make surethat you remain comfortable. If you areextremely tall, adjust the head restraint toits highest position.
Front seat manual head restraints (If
Equipped)
The front head restraints consist of:
An energy absorbing headrestraint.A
Two steel stems.B
Guide sleeve adjust and unlockbutton.C
Guide sleeve unlock and removebutton.D
Raising the Head Restraint
Pull the head restraint up.
Lowering the Head Restraint
1. Press and hold button C.
2. Push the head restraint down.
Removing the Head Restraint
1.Pull the head restraint up until it reachesits highest position.
2. Press and hold buttons C and D.
3. Pull the head restraint up.
Installing the Head Restraint
Align the steel stems into the guide sleevesand push the head restraint down until itlocks.
Tilting Manual Head Restraints
The front seat head restraints tilt for extracomfort. To tilt the head restraint, do thefollowing:
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1.Adjust the seatback to an upright drivingor riding position.
2. Pivot the head restraint forward towardyour head to the desired position.
After the head restraint reaches theforward-most tilt position, pivot it forwardagain to release it to the rearward, un-tiltedposition.
Rear seat outboard head restraints
The rear outboard head restraints consist of:
An energy absorbing headrestraint.A
Two steel stems.B
Guide sleeve unlock and removebutton.C
Fold button (If equipped).D
Removing the Head Restraint
1. Press and hold both C buttons.
2. Pull the head restraint up.
Installing the Head Restraint
Align the steel stems into the guide sleevesand push the head restraint down until itlocks.
Folding the Head Restraint
1. Press and hold button D.
2. Pull it back up to reset.
Rear seat center head restraint
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The rear center head restraint consists of:
An energy absorbing headrestraint.A
Two steel stems.B
Guide sleeve adjust and unlockbutton.C
Guide sleeve unlock and removebutton.D
Raising the Head Restraint
Pull the head restraint up.
Lowering the Head Restraint
1. Press and hold button C.
2. Push the head restraint down.
Removing the Head Restraint
1.Pull the head restraint up until it reachesits highest position.
2. Press and hold buttons C and D.
3. Pull the head restraint up.
Installing the Head Restraint
Align the steel stems into the guide sleevesand push the head restraint down until itlocks.
Power Front Head Restraints (If equipped)
To raise the head restraint, lift the switch upuntil you reach a comfortable height.
To lower the head restraint, press the switchdown.
To move the head restraint forward, pushthe switch forward until you reach thedesired position.
To move the head restraint rearward, pushthe switch rearward.
Power Rear Head Restraints (If Equipped)
Press the button on the overhead consoleto fold the rear outboard head restraints.
Note:If your vehicle has power rear headrestraints, you cannot remove them.
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Exterior Mirrors..............................................102360-Degree Camera..........................................104Auto-Dimming Feature......................................104Auto-Folding Mirrors..........................................103Blind Spot Monitor..............................................105Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors...............................103Heated Exterior Mirrors.....................................104Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors...........................104Lincoln Welcome Mat.........................................104Memory Mirrors....................................................104Power Exterior Mirrors.......................................102Signal Indicator Mirrors......................................104
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Fastening the Seatbelts................................37Rear Inflatable Seatbelt.......................................39Seatbelt Locking Modes.....................................38Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy..................37
Flat TireSee: Changing a Road Wheel.........................364
Floor Mats.......................................................277Front Parking Aid.........................................220Obstacle Distance Indicator.............................221
Front Passenger Sensing System..............50Fuel and Refueling........................................183Fuel Consumption.........................................189Advertised Capacity...........................................189
Fuel Economy......................................................189
Fuel Filler Funnel Location..........................184Fuel Filter........................................................325Fuel Quality.....................................................183Choosing the Right Fuel....................................183
Fuel Shutoff...................................................280Fuses...............................................................294Fuse Specification Chart............................294Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel...........304Power Distribution Box.....................................294
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Garage Door OpenerSee: Universal Garage Door Opener..............171
Gauges............................................................109Audio Status Bar..................................................109Fuel Gauge............................................................110Left/Right Information Group.............................110Time and Temperature Status Bar..................109
GearboxSee: Transmission...............................................194
General Information on RadioFrequencies...................................................57Intelligent Access..................................................57
General Maintenance Information...........523Multi-Point Inspection.......................................526Owner Checks and Services...........................524
Protecting Your Investment.............................523Why Maintain Your Vehicle?............................523Why Maintain Your Vehicle at YourDealership?......................................................523
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada.........................................................290Getting the Services You Need................286Away From Home..............................................286
Global Opening and Closing......................102Closing the Windows.........................................102Opening the Windows.......................................102
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Hazard Flashers...........................................280Headlamp AdjustingSee: Adjusting the Headlamps.......................328
Headlamp Exit Delay.....................................94HeadrestSee: Head Restraints..........................................154
Head Restraints.............................................154Front seat manual head restraints..................154Rear seat center head restraint.......................155Rear seat outboard head restraints................155
Head Up Display...........................................142Configuring The Head Up Display..................143Head Up Display (HUD).....................................142Head Up Display Information...........................142
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