2018 LINCOLN MKZ AUX

Heated Seats...................................................151
Climate Controlled Seats............................152
Rear Seat Armrest.........................................154
Universal Garage Door Opener
Universal Garage Door Opener................155
Auxiliary Power Points
Auxiliary Power Points.................................160
Storage Compartments
Center Console.............................................162
Overhead Console.......................................162
Starting and Stopping the
Engine
General Information......................................163
Keyless Starting.............................................163
Starting a Gasoline Engine.........................164
Engine Block Heater....................................166
Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions........................................168
Fuel Quality.....................................................168
Fuel Filler Funnel Location.........................169
Running Out of Fuel.....................................169
Refueling...........................................................171
Fuel Consumption.........................................174
Engine Emission Control
Emission Law..................................................176
Catalytic Converter........................................177
Transmission
Automatic Transmission..............................180
All-Wheel Drive
Using All-Wheel Drive..................................186
Brakes
General Information......................................195
Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes..........................................................196
Electric Parking Brake..................................196
Auto Hold........................................................198
Traction Control
Principle of Operation..................................201
Using Traction Control.................................201
Stability Control
Principle of Operation.................................203
Using Stability Control................................204
Parking Aids
Principle of Operation.................................206
Rear Parking Aid...........................................206
Front Parking Aid..........................................207
Side Sensing System..................................208
Active Park Assist..........................................210
Rear View Camera........................................219
Cruise Control
Principle of Operation.................................222
Using Cruise Control...................................222
Using Adaptive Cruise Control.................223
Driving Aids
Driver Alert......................................................231
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12 Volt DC Power Point
WARNING
Do not plug optional electricalaccessories into the cigar lightersocket. Incorrect use of the cigar lighter cancause damage not covered by the vehiclewarranty, and can result in fire or seriousinjury.
Note:When you switch the ignition on, youcan use the socket to power 12 voltappliances with a maximum current ratingof 15 amps.
If the power supply does not work after youswitch the ignition off, switch the ignition on.Note:Do not hang any accessory from theaccessory plug.
Note:Do not use the power point over thevehicle capacity of 12 volt DC 180 watts ora fuse may blow.
Note:Always keep the power point capsclosed when not in use.
Do not insert objects other than an accessoryplug into the power point. This damages thepower point and may blow the fuse.
Run the vehicle for full capacity use of thepower point.
To prevent the battery from running out ofcharge:
•Do not use the power point longer thannecessary when the vehicle is notrunning.
•Do not leave devices plugged inovernight or when you park your vehiclefor extended periods.
Locations
Power points may be in the followinglocations:
•On the front of the center console.
•Inside the center console.
•On the rear of the center console.
110 Volt AC Power Point
WARNING
Do not keep electrical devices pluggedin the power point whenever thedevice is not in use. Do not use anyextension cord with the 110 volt AC powerpoint, since it will defeat the safety protectiondesign. Doing so may cause the power pointto overload due to powering multiple devicesthat can reach beyond the 150 watt load limitand could result in fire or serious injury.
Note:The power point turns off when youswitch the ignition off, or when the batteryvoltage drops below 11 volts.
You can use the power point for electricdevices that require up to 150 watts. It is onthe rear of the center console.
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Auxiliary Power Points

To gain access to the outlet contacts, pressthe plug against the outlet and rotateclockwise.
When the indicator light on the power pointis:
•On: The power point is working, theignition is on and a device is plugged in.
•Off: The power point is off, the ignition isoff or no device is plugged in.
•Flashing: The power point is in faultmode.
The power outlet temporarily turns off powerwhen in fault mode if the device exceeds the150 watt limit. Unplug your device andswitch the ignition off. Switch the ignitionback on, but do not plug your device backin. Let the system cool off and switch theignition off to reset the fault mode. Switchthe ignition back on and make sure theindicator light remains on.
Do not use the power point for certainelectric devices, including:
•Cathode-ray, tube-type televisions.
•Motor loads, such as vacuum cleaners,electric saws and other electric powertools or compressor-driven refrigerators.
•Measuring devices, which processprecise data, such as medical equipmentor measuring equipment.
•Other appliances requiring an extremelystable power supply such asmicrocomputer-controlled electricblankets or touch-sensor lamps.
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CENTER CONSOLE
Stow items in the cup holder carefully asitems may become loose during hardbraking, acceleration or crashes, includinghot drinks which may spill.
Available console features include:
Front storage bin with remote USBport.A
Cup holders.B
Storage compartment with auxiliarypower point and USB port.C
Heated rear seats.D
AC power point, auxiliary powerpoint, and charger USB ports.E
Two auxiliary power points.F
Rear Seat Armrest
Cup holders.A
Storage compartment.B
OVERHEAD CONSOLE
Press near the rear edge of the door to openit.
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Automatic Transmission Fluid Check.......3146F35/HF35 transmission...................................3146F50/6F55 Transmission..................................315
Autowipers.......................................................85Autowipers Settings.............................................86Low Temperature Wipe Inhibit..........................86
Auxiliary Power Points.................................160110 Volt AC Power Point....................................16012 Volt DC Power Point......................................160Locations...............................................................160
AWDSee: All-Wheel Drive...........................................186
B
BatterySee: Changing the 12V Battery........................319
Blind Spot Information System.................238Switching the System Off and On..................239System Errors......................................................239Using the Blind Spot InformationSystem..............................................................238
Body Styling Kits...........................................335Bonnet LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood............302
Booster Seats..................................................30Types of Booster Seats........................................31
Brake Fluid Check.........................................318
Brakes..............................................................195General Information............................................195
Breaking-In.....................................................263Bulb Specification Chart.............................323
C
Cabin Air Filter................................................141California Proposition 65...............................12Capacities and Specifications - 2.0L.......380Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely ColdClimates............................................................385Specifications.......................................................381
Capacities and Specifications - 3.0L.......387Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely ColdClimates...........................................................392Specifications......................................................388
Capacities and Specifications...................373Car WashSee: Cleaning the Exterior...............................327
Catalytic Converter........................................177On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)........................178Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance(I/M) Testing......................................................179
Center Console.............................................162Rear Seat Armrest...............................................162
Changing a Bulb...........................................323Replacing Bulbs..................................................323
Changing a Fuse..........................................299Fuses.....................................................................299
Changing a Road Wheel.............................363Changing a Road Wheel Procedure..............365Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire AssemblyInformation.......................................................364Stowing the Flat Tire Using the RetainerStrap..................................................................369Stowing the Flat Tire Without the RetainerStrap..................................................................369
Changing the 12V Battery...........................319Changing the Engine Air Filter.................325Changing the Wiper Blades.......................321Checking MyKey System Status.................66MyKey Distance....................................................66Number of Admin Keys.......................................66Number of MyKeys...............................................66
Checking the Wiper Blades........................321Child Restraint and SeatbeltMaintenance..................................................44Child Restraint Positioning...........................33Child Safety.......................................................19General Information..............................................19
Child Safety Locks..........................................34Left-Hand Side.......................................................35Right-Hand Side....................................................35
Cleaning Leather Seats..............................332
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