
ANTI-THEFT ALARM
The system will warn you of an unauthorizedentry to your vehicle. It will be triggered ifany door, the luggage compartment or thehood is opened without using the key,remote control or keyless entry keypad.
The direction indicators will flash and thehorn will sound if unauthorized entry isattempted while the alarm is armed.
Take all remote controls to an authorizeddealer if there is any potential alarm problemwith your vehicle.
Arming the Alarm
The alarm is ready to arm when there is nota key in your vehicle. Electronically lock yourvehicle to arm the alarm.
Disarming the Alarm
Disarm the alarm by any of the followingactions:
•Unlock the doors or luggagecompartment with the remote control orkeyless entry keypad.
•Switch your vehicle on or start yourvehicle.
•Use a key in the driver door to unlockyour vehicle, then switch your vehicle onwithin 12 seconds.
Note:Pressing the panic button on theremote control will stop the horn and signalindicators, but will not disarm the system.
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Airbag
ActionMessage
Displays when the system detects a malfunction due to a blocked sensor.Occupant Sensor BLOCKED RemoveObjects Near Passenger Seat
Alarm
ActionMessage
Displays when the alarm has been triggered due to unauthorized entry. See Anti-Theft Alarm(page 88).Vehicle Alarm To Stop Alarm, Start Vehicle.
Automatic Engine Shutdown
ActionMessage
Displays when the engine is getting ready to shut off.Engine Shuts Off In {seconds to shut off:#0}Seconds
Displays when the engine has shut off to help increase fuel economy.Engine Shut Off For Fuel Economy
Displays when the engine is getting ready to shut off. You can press OK on the left steeringwheel button to override the shut down.Engine Shuts Off in {seconds to shut off:#0}Seconds Press Ok to Override
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Information Displays

When you override the system, thegreen indicator light illuminatesand the vehicle graphic does notappear in the information display.
The system resumes operation when yourelease the accelerator pedal. The vehiclespeed decreases to the set speed, or a lowerspeed if following a slower vehicle.
Changing the Set Speed
•Press SET+ or SET- to change the setspeed in small increments.
•Press the accelerator or brake pedal untilyou reach the desired speed. Press SET+or SET-.
•Press and hold SET+ or SET- to changethe set speed in large increments.Release the control when you reach thedesired speed.
The system may apply the brakes to slowthe vehicle to the new set speed. The setspeed displays continuously in theinformation display when the system isactive.
Canceling the Set Speed
Press CNCL or tap the brake pedal. The setspeed does not erase.
Resuming the Set Speed
Note:Only use resume if you are aware ofthe set speed and intend to return to it.
Press RES. Your vehicle speed returns tothe previously set speed and gap setting. The set speed displays continuously in theinformation display when the system isactive.
Automatic Cancellation
Note:If the engine speed drops too low, anaudible warning sounds and a messageappears in the information display.Automatic braking releases.
The system does not operate below 12 mph(20 km/h).
Automatic cancellation can also occur if:
•The tires lose traction.
•The engine speed is too low.
•You apply the parking brake.
Hilly Condition Usage
Note:An audible alarm sounds and thesystem shuts down if it applies brakes for anextended period of time. This allows thebrakes to cool. The system functionsnormally again after the brakes cool.
Select a lower gear when the system isactive in situations such as prolongeddownhill driving on steep grades, forexample in mountainous areas. The systemneeds additional engine braking in thesesituations to reduce the load on the vehicle’sregular brake system to prevent it fromoverheating.
Switching Adaptive Cruise Control Off
Note:You erase the set speed and gapsetting when you switch the system off.
Press OFF when the system is in standbymode, or switch the ignition off.
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Cruise ControlE144529

For maximum vehicle performance, keep thefollowing information in mind when addingaccessories or equipment to your vehicle:
•When adding accessories, equipment,passengers and luggage 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). Ask an authorized dealer for specificweight information.
•The Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) and Canadian RadioTelecommunications Commission (CRTC)regulate the use of mobilecommunications systems that areequipped with radio transmitters, forexample, two-way radios, telephones andtheft alarms. Any such equipmentinstalled in your vehicle should complywith Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) and Canadian RadioTelecommunications Commission (CRTC)regulations and should be installed onlyby an authorized dealer.
•Mobile communications systems mayharm the operation of your vehicle,particularly if their manufacturer did notdesign them specifically for automotiveuse.
•If you or an authorized Lincoln dealer addany non-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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360 Degree Camera...................................225Camera Views.....................................................226Front Camera.......................................................227Side Camera........................................................227
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A/CSee: Climate Control..........................................145
About This Manual............................................7ABSSee: Brakes...........................................................199
ABS driving hintsSee: Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes..............................................................200
Accessories....................................................512Exterior Style........................................................512Interior Style..........................................................512Lifestyle..................................................................512Peace of Mind......................................................512
AccessoriesSee: Replacement Parts Recommendation.....13
ACCSee: Using Adaptive Cruise Control.............230
Active Park Assist..........................................214Deactivating the Active Park AssistFeature.............................................................220Parallel Parking, Perpendicular Parking,Parallel Park Out Assist.................................214Troubleshooting the System............................221
Adaptive Headlamps...................................100Adjusting the Headlamps...........................327Vertical Aim Adjustment...................................327
Adjusting the Steering Wheel - VehiclesWith: Manual Adjustable SteeringColumn...........................................................90Adjusting the Steering Wheel - VehiclesWith: Power Adjustable SteeringColumn...........................................................89End of Travel Position..........................................89
AFSSee: Adaptive Headlamps................................100
Airbag Disposal...............................................57Air ConditioningSee: Climate Control..........................................145
Air FilterSee: Changing the Engine Air Filter..............332
AlarmSee: Anti-Theft Alarm...........................................88
All-Wheel Drive..............................................193Ambient Lighting...........................................103
Anti-Theft Alarm..............................................88Arming the Alarm..................................................88Disarming the Alarm............................................88
Appendices....................................................549Apps.................................................................472.................................................................................472SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link......................474
At a Glance........................................................17Audible Warnings and Indicators...............117Headlamps On Warning Chime........................117Keyless Warning Alert.........................................117Parking Brake On Warning Chime...................117
Audio Control....................................................91Seek, Next or Previous.........................................91
Audio System.................................................401General Information............................................401
Audio Unit......................................................402Seek, Fast Forward and Reverse...................404Tune ......................................................................404Volume and Power.............................................404
Auto Hold.......................................................204Using Auto Hold.................................................205
Autolamps.........................................................97Windshield Wiper Activated Headlamps........98
Automatic Climate Control..........................145Automatic High Beam Control....................99Automatic High Beam Indicator......................100Switching the System On and Off..................100
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In California (U.S. Only)................................281Information Display Control.........................92Information Displays......................................118General Information.............................................118
Information Messages.................................125Active Park............................................................125Adaptive Cruise Control....................................126Adaptive Steering................................................127AdvanceTrac™.......................................................127Airbag.....................................................................128Alarm......................................................................128Automatic Engine Shutdown............................128AWD........................................................................129Battery and Charging System..........................130Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic AlertSystem................................................................131Collision Warning System..................................132Doors and Locks..................................................132Driver Alert............................................................133Fuel.........................................................................133Hill Start Assist.....................................................134Keys and Intelligent Access..............................134Lane Keeping System........................................135Maintenance.........................................................136MyKey.....................................................................137Park Aid..................................................................138
Park Brake.............................................................138Power Steering....................................................139Remote Start.........................................................140Seats.......................................................................140Starting System ...................................................140Tire Pressure Monitoring System.....................141Traction Control....................................................141Transmission.........................................................142
Installing Child Restraints..............................21Child Seats..............................................................21Using Lap and Shoulder Belts............................21Using Lower Anchors and Tethers forCHildren (LATCH).............................................27Using Tether Straps..............................................29
Instrument Cluster...........................................111Instrument Lighting Dimmer........................98Instrument Panel Overview...........................17Interior Lamps................................................102Front Interior Lamp.............................................102Rear Interior Lamp...............................................103
Interior Mirror.................................................108Auto-Dimming Mirror..........................................108
Introduction.........................................................7
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Jump Starting the Vehicle..........................276Connecting the Jumper Cables......................277
Jump Starting.......................................................277Preparing Your Vehicle.....................................276Removing the Jumper Cables.........................278
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Keyless Entry....................................................77SECURICODE™ Keyless Entry Keypad.............77
Keyless Starting..............................................171Ignition Modes.......................................................171
Keys and Remote Controls..........................58
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Lane Keeping System.................................239Switching the System On and Off..................239
Liftgate...............................................................80Lighting Control..............................................96Headlamp Flasher.................................................97Headlamp High Beam.........................................97
Lighting..............................................................96General Information.............................................96
Lincoln Automotive Financial Services......12Lincoln Protect...............................................514Lincoln Protect (CANADA ONLY)....................515Lincoln Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S.Only)...................................................................514
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Parking Aids...................................................210Principle of Operation........................................210
Passive Anti-Theft System............................86SecuriLock™............................................................86
PATSSee: Passive Anti-Theft System........................86
Perchlorate........................................................12Personal Safety System™..............................46How Does the Personal Safety SystemWork?...................................................................46
Phone..............................................................453During a Phone Call...........................................458Making Calls.........................................................457Pairing Your Cell Phone for the FirstTime...................................................................453Phone Menu........................................................454Receiving Calls....................................................458Smartphone Connectivity................................460Text Messaging...................................................459
Post-Crash Alert System.............................278Power Door LocksSee: Locking and Unlocking..............................72
Power Liftgate...................................................81Hands-Free Feature.............................................84Obstacle Detection..............................................84Opening and Closing the Liftgate....................82
Setting the Liftgate Open Height.....................83Stopping the Liftgate Movement......................83
Power Seats....................................................154Multi-Contour Front Seats With Active Motion.............................................................................156Power Lumbar......................................................156
Power Windows.............................................104Accessory Delay..................................................105Bounce-Back........................................................104One-Touch Down................................................104One-Touch Up......................................................104Window Lock........................................................105
Pre-Collision Assist.......................................251Using the Pre-Collision Assist System..........252
Protecting the Environment..........................16
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Rear Parking Aid............................................210Obstacle Distance Indicator..............................211
Rear Seat Armrest.........................................162Rear Seats.......................................................159Adjusting the Rear Seats...................................159
Rear Under Floor Storage..........................257Cargo Management System............................257In-floor storage - second row..........................257
Rear View Camera.......................................223Camera Guidelines............................................224
Manual Zoom......................................................225Obstacle Distance Indicator............................225Rear Camera Delay............................................225Using the Rear View Camera System...........223
Rear View CameraSee: Rear View Camera....................................223
Rear Window Wiper and Washers..............95Rear Window Washer..........................................95
Recommended Towing Weights..............265Reduced Engine Performance...................271Refueling.........................................................180System Warnings.................................................182
Remote Control...............................................58Car Finder...............................................................62Intelligent Access Key.........................................58Memory Feature....................................................64Remote Start..........................................................62Replacing the Battery..........................................60Sounding the Panic Alarm..................................62
Remote Start...................................................149Automatic Settings..............................................149
Repairing Minor Paint Damage.................339Replacement Parts Recommendation........13Collision Repairs.....................................................13Scheduled Maintenance and MechanicalRepairs.................................................................13Warranty on Replacement Parts.........................13
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