2018 LINCOLN MKT warning

GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING
Driving while distracted can result in
loss of vehicle control, crash and injury.
We strongly recommend that you use
extreme caution when using any device that
may take your focus off the road. Your
primary responsibility is the safe operation
of your vehicle. We recommend against the
use of any hand-held device while driving
and encourage the use of voice-operated
systems when possible. Make sure you are
aware of all applicable local laws that may
affect the use of electronic devices while
driving. Various systems on your vehicle can be
controlled using the information display
controls on the steering wheel.
Corresponding information is displayed in
the information display. This icon gives you the ability to
switch a feature on or off. A check
in the box indicates the feature is
enabled, and unchecked indicates the
feature is disabled. Information Display Controls
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XXX mi (km) to empty
Shows approximate fuel level before the fuel
tank reaches empty. The value is dynamic
and can change (raise or lower) depending
on driving style.
Fuel gauge
Switch the ignition on. The fuel gauge will
indicate approximately how much fuel is in
the fuel tank. The arrow next to the fuel
pump symbol shows the fuel filler door side
of your vehicle. When the fuel level becomes
low, the level indicator will change to amber.
When the fuel level becomes critically low,
the level indicator will change to red.
Note:
The fuel gauge level may vary slightly
when your vehicle is moving or when driving
on a slope.
Note: When a MyKey® is in use, low fuel
warnings will display earlier.
Round tachometer
Indicates the engine speed in revolutions
per minute. Driving with your tachometer
pointer continuously at the top of the scale
may damage the engine. During SelectShift
Automatic ™ transmission (SST) use, the
currently selected gear will appear in the
display. Engine coolant temperature gauge
Indicates engine coolant temperature. At
normal operating temperature, the level
indicator will be in the normal range. If the
engine coolant temperature exceeds the
normal range, stop your vehicle as soon as
safely possible, switch off the engine and let
the engine cool.
Trip 1 & 2
Choose between the following trip displays. Trip 1 & 2
Trip distance
Average fuel economy
Elapsed trip time
Hold OK to Reset
Note: Press and hold
OK to reset the
currently displayed trip information.
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AWD
Action
Message
Displays if the AWD system disables to protect itself. This may occur if you operate the vehicleafter installing the compact spare tire, if the system is overheating or if there is an issue with
another vehicle system that prevents the AWD system from operating. The \
AWD system resumes
normal operation and clears this message after you install the road tire\
and you switch the ignition on and off, or after you allow the system to cool. If this message remains on, hav\
e a qualified technician service your vehicle to repair other vehicle systems.
AWD OFF
Displayed in conjunction with the Throttle Control / Transmission / AWD light when the AWD
system is not operating properly. See Warning Lamps and Indicators (page 105). If the warning stays illuminated or continues to illuminate, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Check AWD
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Battery and Charging System
Action
Message
The charging system needs servicing. If the warning stays on or continue\
s to come on, contactan authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Check Charging System
The battery management system determines that the battery is at a low st\
ate of charge. Turn
the ignition off as soon as possible to protect the battery. This message will clear once the vehicle
has been started and the battery state of charge has recovered. Turning off unnecessary electrical loads will allow faster battery state-of-charge recovery.
Turn Power Off To Save Battery
Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Transport Mode Contact Dealer
Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Factory Mode Contact Dealer
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Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System
Action
Message
A fault with the system has occurred. Contact an authorized dealer as so\
on as possible.
Blindspot System Fault
The system sensors are blocked. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible. See Blind
Spot Information System (page 223).
Blindspot Not Available Sensor Blocked
See Manual
The system detects a vehicle.
See Blind Spot Information System (page 223).
Vehicle Coming From X
The blind spot information system and cross traffic alert system sensors\
are blocked. See BlindSpot Information System
(page 223).
Cross Traffic Not Available Sensor Blocked
See Manual
A fault with the system has occurred. Contact an authorized dealer as so\
on as possible.
Cross Traffic System Fault
Brake System Action
Message
The brake fluid level is low and the brake system should be inspected immediately.
See Brake
Fluid Check (page 300).
Brake Fluid Level Low
The brake system needs servicing. Stop the vehicle in a safe place. Contact an authorized dealer.
Check Brake System
The parking brake is set, the engine is running and you drive your vehicle more than 3 m\
ph (5
km/h). If the warning stays on after the parking brake is released, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Park Brake Engaged
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Collision Warning System
Action
Message
There is a system malfunction with the collision warning system. The sys\
tem will be disabled.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Collision Warning Malfunction
The collision warning system radar is blocked because of poor radar visibility due to bad weatheror ice/mud/water in front of the radar. Driver can typically clean the sensor to resolve. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Collision Warning Not Available Sensor
Blocked See Manual
There is a system malfunction with the collision warning system. The sys\
tem will be disabled.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Collision Warning Not Available
Doors and Locks Action
Message
The door listed is not completely closed.
X Door Ajar
The luggage compartment is not completely closed.
Trunk Ajar
The driver’s door is opened, your vehicle is in park and the engine is on.
Engine ON
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Lane Keeping System
Action
Message
The system has malfunctioned. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as po\
ssible.
Lane Keeping Sys. Malfunction Service
Required
The system has detected a condition that has caused the system to be tem\
porarily unavailable.
Front Camera Temporarily Not Available
The system has detected a condition that requires the windshield to be c\
leaned to operateproperly.
Front Camera Low Visibility Clean Screen
The system has malfunctioned. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as po\
ssible.
Front Camera Malfunction Service
Required
The system requests the driver to keep their hands on the steering wheel.
Keep Hands on Steering Wheel
Maintenance Action
Message
Stop your vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn off the engine. Check the oil level. If the warningstays on or continues to come on with your engine running, contact an au\
thorized dealer as soon as possible.
Low Engine Oil Pressure
The engine oil life remaining is 10% or less. See Engine Oil Check (page 291).
Change Engine Oil Soon
The oil life left reaches 0%.
See Engine Oil Check (page 291).
Oil Change Required
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Power Steering
Action
Message
The power steering system has detected a condition that requires service\
. See an authorized dealer.
Steering Fault Service Now
The power steering system is not working. Stop your vehicle a safe place. Contact an authorized dealer.
Service Power Steering Now
The power steering system has detected a condition within the power stee\
ring system or passiveentry or passive start system requires service. Contact an authorized dealer.
Steering Assist Fault Service Required
Seats Action
Message
Objects are by the passenger seat. After the objects are moved away from\
the seat, if the warningstays on or continues to come on contact an authorized dealer as soon as\
possible.
Occupant Sensor BLOCKED Remove
Objects Near Passenger Seat
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