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System Lights, Messages and AudibleAlerts
When the system detects a vehicle, anindicator illuminates in the exterior mirror onthe side the approaching vehicle is comingfrom. A tone sounds and a message appearsin the information display.
Note:In exceptional conditions, the systemcould alert you even when there is nothingin the detection zone, for example a vehiclepassing in the distance.
Blocked Sensors
The sensors are behind the rear bumper onboth sides of your vehicle.
Note:Keep the sensors free from snow, iceand large accumulations of dirt.
Note:Do not cover the sensors with bumperstickers, repair compound or other objects.
Note:Blocked sensors could affect systemperformance.
If the sensors are blocked, a message mayappear in the information display when youshift into reverse (R). See InformationMessages (page 123).
System Limitations
The system may not correctly operate whenany of the following occur:
•The sensors are blocked.
•Adjacently parked vehicles or objects areobstructing the sensors.
•Vehicles approach at speeds greaterthan 37 mph (60 km/h).
•The vehicle speed is greater than 7 mph(12 km/h).
•You reverse out of an angled parkingspace.
System Errors
If the system detects a fault a messagedisplays. See Information Messages (page123).
Switching the System Off and On
You can temporarily switch the system offusing the information display. SeeInformation Messages (page 123). When youswitch system off, a message displays. SeeInformation Messages (page 123).
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WARNINGS
When inflating the tire for mountingpressures up to 20 psi (1.38 bar)greater than the maximum pressure onthe tire sidewall, the followingprecautions must be taken to protectthe person mounting the tire:
•Make sure that you have the correcttire and wheel size.
•Lubricate the tire bead and wheelbead seat area again.
•Stand at a minimum of 12 ft (3.66 m)away from the wheel and tireassembly.
•Use both eye and ear protection.
Important: Remember to replace thewheel valve stems when the road tiresare replaced on your vehicle
It is recommended that the two fronttires or two rear tires generally bereplaced as a pair.
The tire pressure sensors mounted inthe wheels, originally installed on yourvehicle, are not designed to be used inaftermarket wheels.
The use of wheels or tires notrecommended by Lincoln MotorCompany may affect the operation ofyour tire pressure monitoring system.
If the TPMS indicator is flashing, yourTPMS is malfunctioning. Yourreplacement tire might be incompatiblewith your TPMS, or some component ofthe TPMS may be damaged.
Safety Practices
WARNINGS
If your vehicle is stuck in snow,mud or sand, do not rapidly spinthe tires; spinning the tires can tear thetire and cause an explosion. A tire canexplode in as little as three to fiveseconds.
WARNINGS
Do not spin the wheels at over34 mph (55 km/h). The tires mayfail and injure a passenger or bystander.
Driving habits have a great deal to dowith your tire mileage and safety.
•Observe posted speed limits.
•Avoid fast starts, stops and turns.
•Avoid potholes and objects on theroad.
•Do not run over curbs or hit the tireagainst a curb when parking.
Highway Hazards
No matter how carefully you drive
there’s always the possibility that youmay eventually have a flat tire on thehighway. Drive slowly to the closest safearea out of traffic. This may furtherdamage the flat tire, but your safety ismore important.
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Collision, Damage or Fire Event...............269Guidance for Ford Motor Company Electricand Hybrid-Electric Vehicles Equipped WithHigh Voltage Batteries.................................269
Coolant CheckSee: Engine Coolant Check............................304
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator..........55Creating a MyKey...........................................63Programming/Changing ConfigurableSettings...............................................................64
Cross Traffic Alert.........................................244Blocked Sensors.................................................247Switching the System Off and On..................247System Errors......................................................247System Lights, Messages and AudibleAlerts.................................................................247System Limitations.............................................247Using the Cross Traffic Alert System.............244
Cruise Control..................................................84Principle of Operation.......................................226Type One................................................................84Type Two.................................................................84
Cruise controlSee: Using Cruise Control...............................226
Customer Assistance...................................273
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Data Recording..................................................9Event Data Recording...........................................10Service Data Recording.........................................9
Daytime Running Lamps...............................90Type One - Conventional(Non-Configurable)...........................................91Type Two - Configurable......................................91
Direction Indicators........................................93Lane Change..........................................................93
Doors and Locks.............................................68Drive Control.................................................253LINCOLN DRIVE CONTROL............................253
Driver Alert.....................................................235PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION............................235USING DRIVER ALERT......................................235
Driver and Passenger Airbags....................48Children and Airbags...........................................49Proper Driver and Front Passenger SeatingAdjustment.........................................................49
Driver and Passenger Knee Airbags.........53Driving Aids...................................................235Driving Hints..................................................262Driving Through Water...............................262DRLSee: Daytime Running Lamps...........................90
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Economical Driving......................................262EcoSelect.........................................................175Electric Parking Brake................................200Applying the electric parking brake..............200Applying the electric parking brake when thevehicle is moving............................................201Battery With No Charge...................................202Releasing the electric parking brake............202
Electric Vehicle Information.......................437Power.....................................................................439
Electromagnetic Compatibility...................519Emission Law..................................................187Noise Emissions Warranty, ProhibitedTampering Acts and Maintenance.............188Tampering With a Noise Control System......187
End User License Agreement...................524VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSEAGREEMENT (EULA) ....................................524
Engine Block Heater......................................171Using the Engine Block Heater.......................172
Engine Coolant Check................................304Adding Coolant...................................................305Coolant Change..................................................307Engine Coolant TemperatureManagement...................................................308Fail-Safe Cooling................................................307
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