2018 LINCOLN MKC Owners Manual

Voice command issues
Possible solutionPossible causeIssue
Make sure that you are saying the name exactly as it appears on yourphone. For example, if your contact is "Joe Wilson", say "Call JoeWilson". If your contact name is "Mom", say "Call Mom".
You may not be saying the name exactlyas it appears on your phonebook.SYNC 3 does not under-stand or is calling thewrong contact when I wantto make a call.Make sure that your contact names do not have any special characterslike *, - or +.The contact name may contain specialcharacters.
SYNC 3 applies the phonetic pronunciation rules of the selectedlanguage to the contact names stored on your cell phone.
You may not be saying the name exactlyas it appears on your phonebook.
The SYNC 3 voice controlsystem is having troublerecognizing foreign namesstored on my cell phone.
Helpful Hint: You can select your contact manually. Press PHONE.Select the option for phonebook and then contact name. Press thesoft-key option to hear it. SYNC 3 will read the contact name to you,giving you some idea of the pronunciation it is expecting.
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Voice command issues
Possible solutionPossible causeIssue
SYNC 3 applies the phonetic pronunciation rules of the selectedlanguage to the names stored on your media player or USB flashdrive. It is able to make some exceptions for very popular artist names(for example, U2) such that you can always use the English pronunci-ation for these artists.
You may be saying the foreign namesusing the currently selected language forSYNC 3.
The SYNC 3 voice controlsystem is having troublerecognizing foreign tracks,artists, albums, genres andplaylist names from mymedia player or USB flashdrive.
SYNC 3 uses a synthetically generated voice rather than pre-recordedhuman voice.
SYNC 3 uses text-to-speech voice prompttechnology.
The system generatesvoice prompts and thepronunciation of somewords may not be accuratefor my language.
SYNC 3 offers several new voice control features for a wide range oflanguages. Dialing a contact name directly from the phonebookwithout pre-recording (for example, “call John Smith”) or selecting atrack, artist, album, genre or playlist directly from your media player(for example, "play artist Madonna").
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SYNC™ 3

Personal Profiles
Possible cause and solutionIssue
Personal Profiles have not been set up.
I cannot create a profile.
An invalid profile name was entered.
A memory button was not selected when prompted.
The vehicle’s ignition was not On and in Park or was shifted out ofRun or Park while creating a profile.
Personal Profiles is turned off.
The lock button was not selected on a keyfob when prompted.
I cannot link a keyfob.
The keyfob selected was already associated to another profile andan overwrite was declined.
A profile recall was performed while linking a keyfob.
The vehicle’s ignition was not On and in Park, or was shifted out ofRun or Park while linking a keyfob.
The old linking method is used.
The unsaved setting is not supported by Personal Profiles.My personalized settings do not save.A different Personal Profile is active than expected.
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Personal Profiles
Possible cause and solutionIssue
Another user has changed settings for the wrong Personal Profile.
A Personal Profile has not been created.
My profile will not recall.
Personal Profiles is turned off.
The requested profile is already active.
The memory button being used is not linked to a profile.
The keyfob being used is not linked to a profile.
The wrong keyfob is being used.
A button other than unlock or remote start is being pressed on a linkedkeyfob.
The Personal Profile was deleted.
Personal Profiles is turned off.My preset positions recall but my profile does not.
The vehicle is in motion.
My profile recalls but my preset positions do not.The preset positions are the same as the Guest or previously activeprofile.
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Personal Profiles
Possible cause and solutionIssue
Unlink and relink your keyfob in the Personal Profiles menu. You mayneed to see your authorized dealer.I lost a keyfob.
Keyfobs had been erased and reprogramed. This could happen if youlet dealership add a new keyfob to replace lost one.I lost all profiles.
Master Reset had been performed without your acknowledgement.
General
Possible solutionPossible causeIssue
SYNC 3 only supports four languages in a single module for textdisplay, voice control and voice prompts. The country where youbought your vehicle dictates the four languages based on the mostpopular languages spoken. If the selected language is not available,SYNC 3 remains in the current active language.SYNC 3 does not support the currentlyselected language for the instrumentcluster and information and entertainmentdisplay.
The language selected forthe instrument cluster andinformation and entertain-ment display does notmatch the SYNC 3language (phone, USB,Bluetooth audio, voicecontrol and voice prompts).
SYNC 3 offers several new voice control features for a wide range oflanguages. Dialing a contact name directly from the phonebookwithout pre-recording (for example, “call John Smith”) or selecting atrack, artist, album, genre or playlist directly from your media player(for example, "play artist Madonna").
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SYNC™ 3

SYNC 3 System Reset
The system has a System Reset feature that can be performed if the function of a SYNC 3 feature is lost. This reset is intended to restorefunctionality and will not erase any information previously stored in the system (such as paired devices, phonebook, call history, textmessages, or user settings). To perform a System Reset, press and hold the Seek Up (>>|) button while pressing and holding the RadioPower button. After approximately 5 seconds the screen will go black. Allow 1-2 minutes for the system reset to complete. You may thenresume using the SYNC 3 system.
For additional assistance with SYNC 3troubleshooting, refer to the regional Fordor Lincoln website.
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For a complete listing of the accessoriesthat are available for your vehicle, pleasecontact your authorized dealer or visit ouronline store at:
Web Address (United States)
www.Accessories.Lincoln.com
Web Address (Canada)
www.LincolnCanada.com
Lincoln Accessories are available for yourvehicle through an authorized Lincolndealer. Lincoln Motor Company will repairor replace any properly authorizeddealer-installed Lincoln Original Accessoryfound to be defective in factory-suppliedmaterials or workmanship during thewarranty period, as well as any componentdamaged by the defective accessories.
Lincoln Motor Company will warrant youraccessory through the warranty that providesthe greatest benefit:
•24 months, unlimited mileage.
•The remainder of your new vehiclelimited warranty.
Contact an authorized dealer for details anda copy of the warranty.
Exterior style
•Side-window deflectors*.
•Splash guards.
Interior style
•All-weather floor mats.
•Premium carpeted floor mats.
Lifestyle
•Ash cup (smoker's packages).
•Camping tent*.
•Cargo area protector.
•Cargo net.
•Cargo organizer.
•Luggage cover.
•Recovery hook (towing eye).
•Roof racks and carriers*.
•Tablet cradle*.
•Trailer hitch.
•Trailer hitch accessories.
Peace of mind
•Car cover*.
•Remote start.
•Roadside assistance kit*.
•Vehicle security.
•Wheel locks.
*Lincoln Licensed Accessory. The accessorymanufacturer designs, develops andtherefore warrants Lincoln LicensedAccessories, and does not design or testthese accessories to Lincoln Motor Companyengineering requirements. Contact anauthorized Lincoln dealer for themanufacturer's limited warranty details andrequest a copy of the Lincoln LicensedAccessories product limited warranty fromthe accessory manufacturer.
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Accessories

For maximum vehicle performance, keep thefollowing information in mind when addingaccessories, equipment, passengers andluggage to your vehicle:
•Do not exceed the total weight capacityof the vehicle or of the front or rear axle(GVWR or GAWR as indicated on theSafety Compliance Certification label).Consult an authorized dealer for specificweight information.
•The Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) and Canadian RadioTelecommunications Commission (CRTC)regulate the use of radiotransmitter-equipped mobilecommunications systems, for exampletwo-way radios, telephones and theftalarms. Any such equipment shouldcomply with the Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) and Canadian RadioTelecommunications Commission (CRTC)regulations, and an authorized dealershould install this equipment.
•An authorized dealer should installmobile communications systems.Improper installation may harm theoperation of your vehicle, particular iftheir manufacturer did not design themobile communication systemspecifically for automotive use.
•If you or an authorized dealer add anynon-Lincoln electrical or electronicaccessories or components to yourvehicle, you may adversely affect batteryperformance and durability. In addition,you may also adversely affect theperformance of other electrical systemsin the vehicle.
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