PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
The traction control system helps avoid drivewheel spin and loss of traction.
If your vehicle begins to slide, the systemapplies the brakes to individual wheels and,when needed, reduces engine power at thesame time. If the wheels spin whenaccelerating on slippery or loose surfaces,the system reduces engine power in orderto increase traction.
USING TRACTION CONTROL
WARNING
The stability and traction control lightilluminates steadily if the systemdetects a failure. Make sure you did notmanually disable the traction control systemusing the information display controls or theswitch. If the stability control and tractioncontrol light is still illuminating steadily, havethe system serviced by an authorized dealerimmediately. Operating your vehicle with thetraction control disabled could lead to anincreased risk of loss of vehicle control,vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
The system automatically turns on each timeyou switch the ignition on.
If your vehicle is stuck in mud or snow,switching traction control off may bebeneficial as this allows the wheels to spin.
Note:When you switch traction control off,stability control remains fully active.
Switching the System Off
When you switch the system off or on, amessage appears in the information displayshowing system status.
You can switch the system off by either usingthe information display controls or the switch.
Using the Information Display Controls
You can switch this feature off or on in theinformation display. See General Information(page 112).
Using a Switch (If Equipped)
Use the traction control switch on theinstrument panel to switch the system off oron.
System Indicator Lights and Messages
The stability and traction controllight:
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If you need to arrange roadside assistancefor yourself, Lincoln Motor Companyreimburses a reasonable amount for towingto the nearest Lincoln dealership within100 mi (160 km). To obtain reimbursementinformation, United States clients, call1-800-521-4140. Clients need to submit theiroriginal receipts.
Vehicles Sold in Canada: GettingRoadside Assistance
To fully assist you should you have a vehicleconcern, Lincoln Motor Company offers acomplimentary roadside assistance program. This program is eligible within Canada or thecontinental United States.
This program is separate from the NewVehicle Limited Warranty, beginning fromthe original warranty start date and lasts thelife of the vehicle for the original owner.Subsequent owners receive coverage thatis concurrent with the 6 years or 70,000 mi(110,000 km) (whichever occurs first)powertrain warranty coverage period.
If you purchased your vehicle in Canada andrequire roadside assistance, please call1-800-387-9333.
Vehicles Sold in Canada: UsingRoadside Assistance
Complete the roadside assistanceidentification card and place it in your walletfor quick reference.
In Canada, this card is found in the WarrantyGuide in the glove compartment of yourvehicle.
Vehicles Sold in Canada: RoadsideAssistance Program Coverage
The service is available 24 hours a day,seven days a week.
Canadian roadside coverage and benefitsmay differ from the U.S. coverage.
For complete program coverage detailsreview your warranty guide, contact yourdealer, call us in Canada at 1-800-387-9333,or visit our website atwww.lincolncanada.com.
HAZARD FLASHERS
Note:The hazard flashers operate when theignition is in any position, or if the key is notin the ignition. If used when the vehicle is notrunning, the battery loses charge. As a result,there may be insufficient power to restartyour vehicle.
The flasher control is on theinstrument panel. Use your hazardflashers when your vehicle iscreating a safety hazard for other motorists.
•Press the flasher control and all front andrear direction indicators flash.
•Press the button again to switch them off.
FUEL SHUTOFF
WARNING
If your vehicle has been involved in acrash, have the fuel system checked.Failure to follow this instruction could resultin fire, personal injury or death.
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2.Go to the front of the vehicle and find thesecondary release lever, which is locatedunder the front of the hood, near theLincoln badge.
3. Release the hood latch by pushing thesecondary release lever to your left,toward the passenger side of the vehicle.
4. Raise the hood. A gas strut will supportthe hood.
5. To close the hood, lower the hood andapply closing force to the hood as itdrops the last 8 to 11 inches (20 to 30centimeters).
Note:Make sure that the hood is closed fullybefore operating your vehicle. A warningindicator will appear in the informationdisplay if not closed properly.
UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW
WARNING
The inverter system controller containsvarious high-voltage components thatcan cause serious bodily harm or death. Theinverter system controller is not serviceableand should never be touched, probed, ortampered with.
Note:Do not attempt to service any of thehigh-voltage components or wiring. Foreasier identification, the high-voltage wiringinsulation is color coated orange.
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Maintenance
NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
Normal Scheduled Maintenance 1, 2
Change engine oil and filter. 3Every 12 months or10,000 mi (16,000 km). Theoil monitoring systemdisplays a message in theinformation display.
Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth.
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level. Consult dealer for requirements.
Inspect brake pads, rotors, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect engine cooling system and motor/electronics cooling system strength and hoses.
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect half-shaft boots.
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and tie-rod ends.
Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
1 Do not exceed one year or 10,000 mi (16,000 km) between service intervals.2 Perform multi-point inspection (recommended).3 Reset the oil monitoring system after engine oil and filter changes. See Oil Change Indicator Reset (page 304).
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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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Recycled Coolant...............................................306Severe Climates..................................................307
Engine Emission Control.............................187Engine ImmobilizerSee: Passive Anti-Theft System........................79
Engine Oil Check..........................................303Adding Engine Oil..............................................303
Engine Oil Dipstick.......................................303Engine Specifications..................................358Entertainment.................................................401AM/FM Radio.......................................................403Apps........................................................................414Bluetooth Stereo or USB...................................412CD (If equipped)....................................................411HD Radio™ Information (If Available)..............407SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (If Activated).........403Sources.................................................................402Supported Media Players, Formats andMetadata Information.....................................414USB Ports...............................................................414
Environment......................................................16EPBSee: Electric Parking Brake.............................200
Event Data RecordingSee: Data Recording..............................................9
Export Unique Options...................................14Exterior Mirrors................................................97Auto-Dimming Feature........................................99
Auto-Folding Mirrors............................................98Blind Spot Monitor..............................................100Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors.................................98Heated Exterior Mirrors.......................................99Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors............................99Lincoln Welcome Mat..........................................99Memory Mirrors.....................................................99Power Exterior Mirrors.........................................97Signal Indicator Mirrors.......................................99
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Fastening the Seatbelts................................37Rear Inflatable Seatbelt.......................................40Seatbelt Locking Modes.....................................38Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy..................37
Flat Tire InflationSee: Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit....................328
Floor Mats......................................................263Front Parking Aid............................................211Obstacle Distance Indicator.............................212
Front Passenger Sensing System..............50Fuel and Refueling........................................179Fuel Consumption.........................................185Calculating Fuel Economy................................185Filling the Fuel Tank............................................185
Fuel Filler Funnel Location..........................181Fuel Filter.........................................................310
Fuel Quality.....................................................179Choosing the Right Fuel....................................179Fuel Freshness Mode........................................180
Fuel Shutoff...................................................265Fuses................................................................281Fuse Specification Chart.............................281Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel...........292Power Distribution Box......................................281
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Garage Door OpenerSee: Universal Garage Door Opener..............161
Gauges.............................................................104Left Information Display.....................................105Right Information Display..................................106
GearboxSee: Transmission...............................................194
General Information on RadioFrequencies...................................................57Intelligent Access..................................................57
General Maintenance Information...........489Multi-point Inspection........................................492Owner Checks and Services............................491Protecting Your Investment.............................489Why Maintain Your Vehicle?............................489Why Maintain Your Vehicle at YourDealership?......................................................489
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Body.......................................................................325Brakes...................................................................326Cooling system...................................................326Engine...................................................................326Fuel system..........................................................326General.................................................................325Miscellaneous.....................................................326Removing Vehicle From Storage...................326Tires.......................................................................326
VentilationSee: Climate Control...........................................143
VINSee: Vehicle Identification Number...............360
Voice Control...................................................83
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Warning Lamps and Indicators..................107Adaptive Cruise Control Indicator...................107Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Lamp........107Auto Hold Active.................................................107Auto Hold Unavailable.......................................107Automatic Headlamp High BeamIndicator.............................................................107Battery....................................................................108Blind Spot Monitor..............................................108Brake System.......................................................108Cruise Control Indicator....................................108
Direction Indicator..............................................108Door Ajar...............................................................108EcoSelect..............................................................108Electric Park Brake..............................................108Engine Oil..............................................................109Engine or Motor Coolant Temperature..........109Fasten Seatbelt Warning Lamp.......................109Front Airbag..........................................................109Grade Assist.........................................................109Headlamp High Beam Indicator......................109Heads Up Display...............................................109Hood Ajar..............................................................109Lane Keeping Aid................................................109Low Fuel Level Warning Lamp.........................109Low Tire Pressure Warning Lamp...................109Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Lamp.........110Parking Lamps.......................................................110Powertrain Fault....................................................110Ready to Drive......................................................110Service Engine Soon...........................................110Stability Control......................................................111Stability Control Off...............................................111Stop Safely..............................................................111Trunk Ajar................................................................111
Washer Fluid Check.....................................310WashersSee: Cleaning the Exterior................................319See: Wipers and Washers..................................85
Waxing............................................................320Welcome Lighting...........................................93Wheels and Tires.........................................328Technical Specifications...................................356
Windows and Mirrors.....................................96Windshield Washers......................................86Windshield Wipers.........................................85Intermittent Wipe..................................................85Speed Dependent Wipers..................................85
Wiper BladesSee: Checking the Wiper Blades....................312
Wipers and Washers......................................85
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