2018 LINCOLN MKX stop start

Memory Function...........................................157
Rear Seats.......................................................159
Heated Seats.................................................160
Climate Controlled Seats.............................161
Rear Seat Armrest.........................................162
Universal Garage Door Opener
Universal Garage Door Opener................163
Auxiliary Power Points
Auxiliary Power Points..................................167
Storage Compartments
Glove Box........................................................169
Center Console.............................................169
Overhead Console........................................170
Starting and Stopping the
Engine
General Information.......................................171
Keyless Starting..............................................171
Starting a Gasoline Engine.........................172
Engine Block Heater.....................................175
Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions........................................177
Fuel Quality.....................................................177
Fuel Filler Funnel Location..........................178
Running Out of Fuel......................................178
Refueling.........................................................180
Fuel Consumption.........................................182
Engine Emission Control
Emission Law..................................................184
Catalytic Converter.......................................185
Transmission
Automatic Transmission..............................188
All-Wheel Drive
Using All-Wheel Drive..................................193
Brakes
General Information......................................199
Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes.........................................................200
Electric Parking Brake................................200
Hill Start Assist..............................................203
Auto Hold.......................................................204
Traction Control
Principle of Operation.................................206
Using Traction Control................................206
Stability Control
Principle of Operation.................................208
Using Stability Control................................209
Parking Aids
Principle of Operation..................................210
Rear Parking Aid............................................210
Front Parking Aid............................................211
Side Sensing System...................................212
Active Park Assist..........................................214
Rear View Camera.......................................223
360 Degree Camera...................................225
Cruise Control
Principle of Operation.................................229
Using Cruise Control...................................229
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Table of Contents

Note:Do not use remote start if your fuellevel is low.
The remote start button is on thetransmitter.
This feature allows you to start your vehiclefrom outside the vehicle. The transmitter hasan extended operating range.
Vehicles with automatic climate control canbe configured to operate when the vehicleis remote started. See Automatic ClimateControl (page 145).
Many states and provinces have restrictionsfor the use of remote start. Check your localand state or provincial laws for specificrequirements regarding remote startsystems.
The remote start system does not work if:
•The ignition is on.
•The alarm system is triggered.
•You switch off the feature in theinformation display. See GeneralInformation (page 118).
•The hood is open.
•The transmission is not in park (P).
•The vehicle battery voltage is too low.
•The service engine soon light is on.
Remote Starting Your Vehicle
Note: You must press each button withinthree seconds of each other. If you do notfollow this sequence, your vehicle does notstart remotely, the direction indicators donot flash twice and the horn does not sound.
The tag with your transmitter details thestarting procedure.
To remote start your vehicle:
1. Press the lock button.
2.Press the remote start button twice. Theexterior lamps flash twice.
The horn sounds if the system fails to start.See General Information (page 118).
The power windows do not work duringremote starting and the radio does not turnon automatically.
The parking lamps remain on and the vehiclewill run for 5, 10, or 15 minutes, dependingon the setting. See General Information(page 118).
Extending the Vehicle Run Time
To extend the engine running time durationof your vehicle during remote start, repeatsteps 1 and 2 while the engine is running. Ifyou programmed the duration to last 10minutes, the second 10 minutes will beginafter what is left of the first activation time. For example, if your vehicle had beenrunning from the first remote start for 5minutes, your vehicle continues to run nowfor a total of 20 minutes. You can extendthe remote start up to a maximum of 35minutes.
Wait at least five seconds before remotestarting after the engine stops running.
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Turning the Vehicle Off After RemoteStarting
Press the button once. Theparking lamps will turn off.
You may have to be closer to yourvehicle to remotely switch off your vehicleafter remote starting. This is due to theadded noise of your running vehicle.
You can disable or enable the remote startsystem through the information display. SeeGeneral Information (page 118).
Remote Control Feedback
An LED on the remote control provides statusfeedback of remote start or stop commands.
StatusLED
Remote start orextension successfulSolid green
Remote stopsuccessful; engineoff
Solid red
Remote start or stopfailedBlinking red
Waiting for statusupdate from vehicleBlinking green
Memory Feature
You can program your intelligent access keyto recall memory positions. See MemoryFunction (page 157).
REPLACING A LOST KEY OR
REMOTE CONTROL
Replacement keys or remote controls canbe purchased from an authorized dealer.Authorized dealers can program remotecontrols for your vehicle. See PassiveAnti-Theft System (page 86).
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Make sure that the ignition is switched offbefore beginning this procedure. Make surethat you close all the doors before beginningand that they remain closed throughout theprocedure. Carry out all steps within 30seconds of starting the sequence. Stop andwait for at least one minute before startingagain if you carry out any steps out ofsequence.
Read and understand the entire procedurebefore you begin.
1. Open the floor console storagecompartment lid.
2. Insert the first programmed key in thebackup slot.
3. Press the push button ignition switch.
4. Wait five seconds and then press thepush button ignition switch again.
5. Remove the intelligent access key.
6. Within 10 seconds, place a secondprogrammed intelligent access key in thebackup slot and press the push buttonignition switch.
7. Wait five seconds and then press thepush button ignition switch again.
8. Remove the intelligent access key.
9. Wait five seconds, then place theunprogrammed intelligent access key inthe backup slot and press the pushbutton ignition switch.
10.Once complete, the information clusterdisplays a message confirming that youhave programed the key.
If programming was unsuccessful, wait 10seconds and repeat the procedure. If it stilldoes not work, take your vehicle to anauthorized dealer.
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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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POWER WINDOWS
WARNINGS
Do not leave children unattended inyour vehicle and do not let them playwith the power windows. Failure to followthis instruction could result in personal injury.
When closing the power windows,verify they are free of obstruction andmake sure that children and pets are not inthe proximity of the window openings.
Note: You may hear a pulsing noise whenjust one of the windows is open. Lower theopposite window slightly to reduce thisnoise.
Press the switch to open the window.
Lift the switch to close the window.
One-Touch Down
Press the switch fully and release it. Pressagain or lift it to stop the window.
One-Touch Up
Lift the switch fully and release it. Press orlift it again to stop the window.
Resetting One-Touch Up
Start the engine.
1.Lift and hold the window switch until theyou fully close the door window.Continue to hold the switch for a fewseconds after you close the window.
2. Release the window switch.
3. Press and hold the window switch untilyou fully open the door window.
4. Release the window switch.
5.Lift and hold the window switch until youfully close the window.
6. Test for correct window operation bycarrying out the one-touch down andone-touch up features.
Bounce-Back
The window will stop automatically whileclosing. It reverses some distance if thereis an obstacle in the way.
Overriding the Bounce-Back Feature
WARNING
When you override the bounce-backfeature the window will not reverse ifit detects an obstacle. Take care whenclosing the windows to avoid personal injuryor damage to your vehicle.
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Pull up the window switch and hold within afew seconds of the window reaching thebounce-back position. The window travelsup with no bounce-back protection. Thewindow stops if you release the switchbefore the window fully closes.
Window Lock
Press the control to lock or unlock the rearwindow controls. It illuminates when youlock the rear window controls.
Accessory Delay
You can use the window switches for severalminutes after you switch the ignition off oruntil you open either front door.
GLOBAL OPENING AND CLOSING
(If Equipped)
You can use the remote control to operatethe windows with the ignition off.
Note:You can enable or disable this featurein the information display or see anauthorized dealer. See General Information(page 118).
Note:To operate this feature, accessorydelay must not be active.
Opening the Windows
You can only open the windows for a shorttime after you unlock your vehicle with theremote control. After you unlock your vehicle,press and hold the remote control unlockbutton to open the windows. Release thebutton once movement starts. Press the lockor unlock button to stop movement.
Closing the Windows
WARNING
When closing the power windows, youshould verify they are free ofobstructions and make sure that children andpets are not in the proximity of the windowopenings.
To close the windows, press and hold theremote control lock button. Release thebutton once movement starts. Press the lockor unlock button to stop movement.
EXTERIOR MIRRORS
Power Exterior Mirrors
WARNING
Do not adjust the mirrors when yourvehicle is moving. This could result inthe loss of control of your vehicle, seriouspersonal injury or death.
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Low Fuel Reminder
A low fuel level reminder displays andsounds when the distance to empty reaches50 mi (80 km) to empty for MyKey, and at35 mi (60 km), 25 mi (40 km), 10 mi (20 km)and 0 mi (0 km) for all vehicle keys.
Variations:
Note:The low fuel reminder can appear atdifferent fuel gauge positions depending onfuel economy conditions. This variation isnormal.
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
Indicates engine coolant temperature. Atnormal operating temperature, the levelindicator will be in the normal range. If theengine coolant temperature exceeds thenormal range, stop the vehicle as soon assafely possible, switch off the engine and letthe engine cool.
WARNING
Never remove the coolant reservoircap when the engine is running or hot.
WARNING LAMPS AND
INDICATORS
The following warning lamps and indicatorsalert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious. Some lamps illuminatewhen you start your vehicle to make surethey work. If any lamps remain on afterstarting your vehicle, refer to the respectivesystem warning lamp for further information.
Note:Some warning indicators appear inthe information display and operate thesame as a warning lamp but do notilluminate when you start your vehicle.
Adaptive Cruise Control Indicator (If
Equipped)
It illuminates when you switch thesystem on.
It illuminates white when thesystem is in standby mode. It illuminatesgreen when you set the adaptive cruisespeed.
See Using Adaptive Cruise Control (page230).
Adaptive Steering (If Equipped)
The adaptive steering systemindicator illuminates if the systemdetects a fault during thecontinuous diagnostic checks.
Adaptive Steering Initialization (yellow,flashing): The adaptive steering system hasdetected a difference between steeringwheel angle and the desired road wheelangle. The steering wheel adjusts itself tocorrect this difference. This adjustment ispart of normal system operation.
Adaptive Steering Off (yellow, solid): Theadaptive steering system is off. It is possiblethat the steering wheel may not be straightwhen the vehicle is driving straight ahead. Ifthis message persists, see an authorizeddealer.
Adaptive Steering Loss (red, solid): Theadaptive steering system integrity cannot beverified. Do not drive the vehicle and contactan authorized dealer immediately. SeeSteering (page 250).
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