2018 LINCOLN MKX length

Vehicle Sensitive Mode
This is the normal retractor mode, whichallows free shoulder belt length adjustmentto your movements and locking in responseto vehicle movement. For example, if thedriver brakes suddenly or turns a cornersharply, or the vehicle receives an impact ofabout 5 mph (8 km/h) or more, thecombination seatbelts lock to help reduceforward movement of the driver andpassengers.
In addition, the retractor is designed to lockif you pull the webbing out too quickly. If theseatbelt retractor locks, slowly lower theheight adjuster to allow the seatbelt toretract. If the retractor does not unlock, pullthe seatbelt out slowly then feed a smalllength of webbing back toward the stowedposition. For rear seatbelts, recline the rearseat backrest or push the seat backrestcushion away from the seatbelt. Feed a smalllength of webbing back toward the stowedposition.
Automatic Locking Mode
In this mode, the shoulder belt automaticallypre-locks. The belt still retracts to removeany slack in the shoulder belt. The automaticlocking mode is not available on the driverseatbelt.
When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
Use this mode any time a child safety seat,except a booster, is installed in passengerfront or rear seating positions. Properlyrestrain children 12 years old and under in arear seating position whenever possible.See Child Safety (page 19).
How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
Non-inflatable seatbelts
1.Buckle the combination lap and shoulderbelt.
2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pulldownward until you pull the entire beltout. As the belt retracts, you will hear aclicking sound. This indicates the seatbeltis now in the automatic locking mode.
Rear outboard inflatable seatbelts (secondrow only–if equipped)
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Power Lumbar (If Equipped)
Adjusting the Length of the Seat Cushion(If equipped)
Adjusting the Upper Seatback and HeadRestraint (If equipped)
Multi-Contour Front Seats With ActiveMotion (If Equipped)
Note:The massage system will turn off after20 minutes.
Note:The engine must be running or thevehicle must be in accessory mode toactivate the seats.
Note:Allow a few seconds for any selectionto activate. The seatback and cushionmassage cannot function at the same time.
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Note:You may have to press the pushbutton ignition switch twice to switch theignition on.
Start: Starts the engine.
•Press the brake pedal, and then pressthe button for any length of time. Anindicator light on the button illuminateswhen then ignition is on and when theengine starts.
STARTING A GASOLINE ENGINE
When you start the engine, the idle speedincreases. This helps to warm up theengine. If the engine idle speed does notslow down automatically, have your vehiclechecked by an authorized dealer.
Note: You can crank the engine for a totalof 60 seconds without the engine startingbefore the starting system temporarilydisables. The 60 seconds does not have tobe all at once. For example, if you crank theengine three times for 20 seconds each time,without the engine starting, you reached the60-second time limit. A message appearsin the information display alerting you thatyou exceeded the cranking time. Youcannot attempt to start the engine for atleast 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, you arelimited to a 15-second engine cranking time. You need to wait 60 minutes before you cancrank the engine for 60 seconds again.
Before starting the engine check thefollowing:
•Make sure all occupants have fastenedtheir seatbelts.
•Make sure the headlamps and electricalaccessories are off.
•Make sure the parking brake is on.
•Make sure the transmission is in park (P)or neutral (N).
Keyless Starting
Note:Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
Note:A valid passive key must be locatedinside your vehicle to switch the power onand start your vehicle.
1. Fully depress the brake pedal.
2. Briefly press the push button ignitionswitch.
The system does not function if:
•The passive key frequencies are jammed.
•The key battery has no charge.
If you are unable to start the engine, do thefollowing:
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Starting and Stopping the Engine

If the transmission is in neutral (N), the sidesensing system provides visual distanceindication only when your vehicle is movingbelow a speed of 5 mph (8 km/h) and thereis a front or rear parking aid obstacledetected, and the side obstacle is within24 in (60 cm) from the side of your vehicle.When you stop your vehicle the visualdistance indication stops after four seconds.
If the side sensing system is not available,the side distance indicator blocks do notappear.
The side sensing system is not availableunder the following condition:
•If you switch the traction control systemoff.
The side sensing system may not beavailable until you have driven approximatelythe length of your vehicle in order for thesystem to reinitialize if:
•You switch the ignition on, off and backon.
•Your vehicle remains stationary for overtwo minutes.
•The anti-lock brake system is activated.
•The traction control system is activated.
•When the steering wheel angleinformation is not available, the sidesensing system is not available. Thevehicle must be driven at least 492 ft(150 m) above 19 mph (30 km/h) torecover the steering wheel angleinformation.
ACTIVE PARK ASSIST (If Equipped)
Parallel Parking, PerpendicularParking, Parallel Park Out Assist
WARNINGS
You must remain in your vehicle whenthe system turns on. At all times, youare responsible for controlling your vehicle,supervising the system and intervening, ifrequired. Failure to take care may result inthe loss of control of your vehicle, seriouspersonal injury or death.
The sensors may not detect objects inheavy rain or other conditions thatcause interference.
WARNINGS
Active park assist does not apply thebrakes under any circumstances.
The system is designed to aid thedriver. It is not intended to replace yourattention and judgment. You are stillresponsible to drive with due care andattention.
Note:The Blind Spot Information Systemdoes not detect traffic alongside or behindyour vehicle during an Active Park Assistmaneuver.
The system detects an available parallel orperpendicular parking space andautomatically steers your vehicle into thespace (hands-free) while you control theaccelerator, gearshift and brakes. The systemvisually and audibly guides you to park yourvehicle.
If you are uncomfortable with the proximityto any vehicle or object, you may choose tooverride the system by grabbing the steeringwheel or by pressing the button.
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Parking Aids

Possible CauseSymptom
Improperly parked vehicles or objects are boarding the space.
Your vehicle is too far past the parking space. The system performs best when you drivethe same distance past the parking space.
You have incorrectly installed or maintained the tires. For example, not inflated correctly,improper size, or of different sizes.
A repair or alteration changes the detection capabilities.
A parked vehicle has a high attachment. For example, a salt sprayer, snowplow or movingtruck bed.
The parking space length or position of parked objects changes after your vehicle passesthe space.
The temperature around your vehicle quickly changes. For example, driving from aheated garage into the cold, or after leaving a car wash.
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Disputes submitted to the BBB AUTO LINEprogram are usually decided within forty daysafter you file your claim with the BBB. Youare not bound by the decision, and mayreject the decision and proceed to courtwhere all findings of the BBB Auto Linedispute, and decision, are admissible in thecourt action. Should you choose to acceptthe BBB AUTO LINE decision, Ford is thenbound by the decision, and must comply withthe decision within 30 days of receipt of youracceptance letter.
BBB AUTO LINE Application: Using theinformation provided below, please call orwrite to request a program application. Youwill be asked for your name and address,general information about your new vehicle,information about your warranty concerns,and any steps you have already taken to tryto resolve them. A Customer Claim Form willbe mailed that will need to be completed,signed and returned to the BBB along withproof of ownership. Upon receipt, the BBBwill review the claim for eligibility under theProgram Summary Guidelines.
You can get more information by callingBBB AUTO LINE at 1-800-955-5100, orwriting to:
BBB AUTO LINE3033 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 600Arlington, Virginia 22201
BBB AUTO LINE applications can also berequested by calling the Ford MotorCompany Customer Relationship Center at1-800-392-3673.
Note:Ford Motor Company reserves theright to change eligibility limitations, modifyprocedures, or to discontinue this processat any time without notice and withoutobligation.
UTILIZING THE
MEDIATION/ARBITRATION
PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY)
For vehicles delivered to authorizedCanadian dealers. In those cases where youcontinue to feel that the efforts by Ford ofCanada and the authorized dealer to resolvea factory-related vehicle service concernhave been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canadaparticipates in an impartial third partymediation/arbitration program administeredby the Canadian Motor Vehicle ArbitrationPlan (CAMVAP).
The CAMVAP program is a straight forwardand relatively speedy alternative to resolvea disagreement when all other efforts toproduce a settlement have failed. Thisprocedure is without cost to you and isdesigned to eliminate the need for lengthyand expensive legal proceedings.
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Customer Assistance

Home screen displayTileItem
Shows the active media source.AudioAIf your vehicle does not have navigation, this space contains the compass.
The name of the connected phone appears on the screen. The status of the phonefeatures also appear. This includes signal strength, battery charge, 911 assist settingstate (On or Off ), text messaging and roaming.
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This map displays your current location or current route in real time.Navigation1CWhen you have navigation active, you also see the next turn and the length of timeand distance to your destination.If your vehicle does not have navigation, this space contains the audio information.
1 If equipped.
You can touch any of the feature displays toaccess that feature.
Anytime you select the home button, thesystem returns you to this screen.
USING VOICE RECOGNITION
The SYNC 3 system allows you to use voicecommands, to control features like audio andclimate controls. By using voice commands,you can keep your hands on the wheel andyour eyes on the road.
You can access each feature controlled bySYNC 3 through a variety of commands.
To activate the SYNC 3 voicecommands push the voice buttonon the steering wheel and wait forthe prompt.
___ is a dynamic listing, meaning that it canbe the name of anything, such as artist, thename of contact or number. The context andthe description of the command tell you whatto say for this dynamic option.
There are some commands that work forevery feature, these commands are:
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