2018 LINCOLN MKC ESP

Navigation Source Selection
The screen lists available alternativenavigation sources using Applink.
Mobile Apps
You can enable the control of compatiblemobile apps running on your Bluetooth orUSB device on SYNC 3. In order to enablemobile apps, SYNC 3 requires user consentto send and receive app authorizationinformation and updates using the data planassociated with the connected device.
The connected devices send data to FordMotor Company in the United States. Theencrypted information includes your VIN,SYNC 3 module number, anonymous usagestatistics and debugging information.Updates may take place.
Note:Not all Mobile Apps are compatiblewith the system.
Note:Standard data rates will apply. FordMotor Company is not responsible for anyadditional charges you may receive fromyour service provider, when your vehiclesends or receives data through theconnected device.
Action and DescriptionMenu Item
Enable or disable the use of mobile apps onSYNC 3.OnMobile Apps
OffDisabling mobile apps in the settings menudisables automatic updates and the use ofmobile apps on SYNC 3.
You can view the status of mobile app permissions in the settings menu.
Once Mobile Apps is enabled, you have the following options:
This provides information on the current state of available app updates.Update Mobile Apps
There are three possible statuses:
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Action and DescriptionMenu Item
Updating Mobile Apps…Up-To-DateUpdate Needed
The system is trying to receive an update.No update is required.The system has detected a new apprequiring authorization or a generalpermissions update is required.
Select this button if an update is required andyou want to request this update manually. Forexample, when your mobile device is connectedto a Wi-Fi hotspot, select:
Request Update
Request Update
Grant or deny permissions to all apps at once.All Apps
Grant or deny an individual app particular permissions. App permissions are organized into groups. By pressingthe info book icon, you can see which signals are included in each group.There may also be SYNC 3enabled apps listed underthese options.
Note:Ford Motor Company is notresponsible or liable for any damages or lossof privacy relating to usage of an app, ordissemination of any vehicle data that youapprove Ford Motor Company to provide toan app.
General
Access and adjust the system settings, voicefeatures, as well as phone, navigation andwireless settings.
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SYNC™ 3

Note:The Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot (VehicleHotspot) may be operational while ignitionis On and may remain operational while theignition is Off.
Note:Vehicle Hotspot services are providedby the vehicle network carrier, subject toyour vehicle network carrier agreement,coverage and availability.
Note:It is the account owner’s responsibilityto remove the vehicle from the vehiclenetwork carrier account when ownership ofthe vehicle is transferred. If the owner wouldlike to remove the vehicle from the accountfor any reason, please contact your vehiclenetwork carrier for more information.
Note:Data, such as the Vehicle IdentificationNumber (VIN), SIM Card ID, and data planusage, is shared between Ford MotorCompany and the vehicle network carrier toprovide the Vehicle Hotspot service inaccordance with your vehicle network carrieragreement, coverage and availability, andmay be used to enable a seamless transitionfrom an old to new embedded modem andto confirm any updates are successfullydelivered.
Note:For your convenience data usage maybe available for monitoring under Settingsbut may not reflect actual or current usage.The vehicle network carrier is responsiblefor providing information about your account.Please contact the vehicle network carrierfor more information.
Note:Ford Motor Company may need toupdate operating system software on yourvehicle, including security updates and bugfixes, to keep connected services current,like Vehicle Hotspot, without prior notice toyou.
Note:If you do not have an active vehiclehotspot data plan, open your web browserand go to a website using the HTTP protocolto be automatically redirected to the vehiclenetwork carrier landing page where you canpurchase data. Websites using HTTPS willnot automatically redirect.
Ambient Lighting (If Equipped)
Tap a color once to active ambient lighting.This sets the color to the highest intensity.
You can drag the colors up and down toincrease or decrease the intensity.
To switch ambient lighting off, press theactive color once or drag the active color allthe way down to zero intensity.
Vehicle
Note:You vehicle may not have all of thesefeatures.
You can select the following features toupdate their settings.
Door Keypad Code
Select this button to add or erase a personaldoor keypad code. To add or erase apersonal code, you first need to enter thefive-digit factory set code. You can find thiscode on the owner's wallet card in the glovebox or from your authorized dealer.
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Wi-Fi Issues
Possible solutionPossible causeIssue
Position the vehicle close to the hotspot with the front of the vehiclefacing the hotspot direction and remove obstacles if possible. OtherWi-Fi, Bluetooth, microwave and cordless phones may cause interfer-ence.
Weak signal probably due to distancefrom the hotspot, obstruction or highinterference.
Disconnecting aftersuccessful connection.
If the vehicle is equipped with heated windshield, try positioning thevehicle so that the windshield is not facing the hotspot. If you havemetallic window tinting but not on the windshield, position the vehicleto face the hotspot. If all windows are tinted, you can open thewindows in the direction of the hotspot if that is feasible.
There may be an obstruction betweenSYNC 3 and the hotspot.Poor signal seen by SYNC3 despite being near ahotspot.
Try to remove other obstructions that may impact signal quality suchas opening the garage door.
Please set the network to visible and try again.The hotspot was defined as a hiddennetwork.A hotspot is not listed inthe list of availablenetworks.
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Voice command issues
Possible solutionPossible causeIssue
Review the cell phone voice commands and the media voicecommands at the beginning of their respective sections.You may be using the wrong voicecommands.SYNC 3 does not under-stand what I am saying.Refer to the audio display during an active voice session to find a listof voice commands there.
Wait for the system to prompt you before you state your command.You may be speaking too soon or at thewrong time.
Review the media voice commands at the beginning of the mediasection.You may be using the wrong voicecommands.
SYNC 3 does not under-stand the name of a songor artist.
Say the song or artist name exactly as it is displayed on your device.For example, say "Play Artist Prince" or "Play song Purple Rain".
You may not be saying the name exactlyas it appears on your device.Make sure you are saying the complete title such as "California remixfeaturing Jennifer Nettles".
If there are any abbreviations in the name, like ESPN or CNN, youhave to spell those: "E-S-P-N" or "C-N-N".
Make sure that song titles, artists, album, and playlists names do nothave any special characters like *, - or +.
The song or artist name may have somespecial characters that are not beingrecognized by SYNC 3.
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GENERAL MAINTENANCE
INFORMATION
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?
Carefully following the maintenanceschedule helps protect against major repairexpenses resulting from neglect orinadequate maintenance and may help toincrease the value of your vehicle when yousell or trade it. Keep all receipts forcompleted maintenance with your vehicle.
We have established regular maintenanceintervals for your vehicle based uponrigorous testing. It is important that you haveyour vehicle serviced at the proper times.These intervals serve two purposes; one isto maintain the reliability of your vehicle andthe second is to keep your cost of owningyour vehicle down.
It is your responsibility to have all scheduledmaintenance performed and to make surethat the materials used meet thespecifications identified in this owner'smanual. See Capacities and Specifications(page 344).
Failure to perform scheduled maintenanceinvalidates warranty coverage on partsaffected by the lack of maintenance.
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at YourDealership?
Factory-Trained Technicians
Service technicians participate in extensivefactory-sponsored certification training tohelp them become experts on the operationof your vehicle. Ask your dealership aboutthe training and certification their technicianshave received.
Genuine Ford and Motorcraft® ReplacementParts
Dealerships stock Ford, Motorcraft andFord-authorized branded re-manufacturedreplacement parts. These parts meet orexceed our specifications. Parts installed atyour dealership carry a nationwide 24-monthor unlimited mile (kilometer) parts and laborlimited warranty.
If you do not use Ford authorized parts theymay not meet our specifications anddepending on the part, it could affectemissions compliance.
Convenience
Many dealerships have extended eveningand Saturday hours to make your servicevisit more convenient and they offer one stopshopping. They can perform any servicesthat are required on your vehicle, fromgeneral maintenance to collision repairs.
Note:Not all dealers have extended hoursor body shops. Please contact your dealerfor details.
Protecting Your Investment
Maintenance is an investment that paysdividends in the form of improved reliability,durability and resale value. To maintain theproper performance of your vehicle and itsemission control systems, make sure youhave scheduled maintenance performed atthe designated intervals.
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Scheduled Maintenance

Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads
Perform multi-point inspection.
Change automatic transmission fluid.Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km)
1 This is an optional feature.2Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. See Oil Change Indicator Reset (page 290).
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the NormalSchedule:
Axle and PTU Maintenance
The Power Transfer Unit (PTU) and rear axle(AWD only) in your vehicle does not requireany normal scheduled maintenance unlessthe vehicle has experienced extendedperiods of extreme/severe duty cycle drivingor the PTU and/or the rear axle has beensubmerged in water. Checking the PTU andrear axle fluid is not necessary unless theunit shows signs of leakage. Contact anauthorized dealer for service.
California Fuel Filter Replacement
If you register your vehicle in California, theCalifornia Air Resources Board hasdetermined that the failure to perform thismaintenance item does not nullify theemission warranty or limit recall liabilitybefore the completion of your vehicle'suseful life. Ford Motor Company, however,urges you to have all recommendedmaintenance services performed at thespecified intervals and to record all vehicleservice.
Hot Climate Oil Change Intervals
Vehicles operating in the Middle East, NorthAfrica, Sub-Saharan Africa or locations withsimilar climates using an American PetroleumInstitute (API) Certified for Gasoline Engines(Certification mark) oil of SM or SN quality,the normal oil change interval is 3,000 mi(5,000 km).
If the available API SM or SN oils are notavailable, then the oil change interval is2,000 mi (3,000 km).
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ELECTROMAGNETIC
COMPATIBILITY
WARNINGS
Do not place objects or mountequipment on or near the airbag cover,on the side of the seatbacks (of the frontseats), or in front seat areas that may comeinto contact with a deploying airbag. Failureto follow these instructions may increase therisk of personal injury in the event of a crash.
WARNINGS
Do not fasten antenna cables tooriginal vehicle wiring, fuel pipes andbrake pipes.
Keep antenna and power cables atleast 4 in (10 cm) from any electronicmodules and airbags.
Note:We test and certify your vehicle tomeet electromagnetic compatibilitylegislation (UNECE Regulation 10 or otherapplicable local requirements). It is yourresponsibility to make sure that anyequipment an authorized dealer installs onyour vehicle complies with applicable locallegislation and other requirements.
Note:Any radio frequency transmitterequipment in your vehicle (such as cellulartelephones and amateur radio transmitters)must keep to the parameters in the followingtable. We do not provide special provisionsor conditions for installations or use.
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Appendices