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 tractioncontrol light illuminates 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 traction
control 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 110).
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:
•Temporarily illuminates on enginestart-up.
•Flashes when a driving conditionactivates either of the systems.
•Illuminates if a problem occurs in eitherof the systems.
The stability and traction controloff light temporarily illuminates onengine start-up and stays on whenyou switch the traction control system off.
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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 beeninvolved in a crash, have the fuel systemchecked. Failure to follow this instructioncould result in fire, personal injury or death.
Note: When you try to restart your vehicleafter a fuel shutoff, the vehicle makes surethat various systems are safe to restart. Once the vehicle determines the systemsare safe, then the vehicle allows you torestart.
Note:In the event that your vehicle does notrestart after your third attempt, contact aqualified technician.
The fuel pump shutoff stops the flow of fuelto the engine in the event of a moderate tosevere crash. Not every impact causes ashutoff.
Should your vehicle shut off after a crash,you may restart your vehicle.
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Roadside Emergencies
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 302).
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Right-Hand Side....................................................36
Cleaning Leather Seats..............................320Cleaning Products.........................................314Materials................................................................314
Cleaning the Engine.....................................317Cleaning the Exterior....................................315Cleaning the Headlamps...................................315Exterior Chrome Parts........................................316Exterior Plastic Parts...........................................316Stripes or Graphics.............................................316Underbody............................................................316Under Hood..........................................................316
Cleaning the Instrument Panel andInstrument Cluster Lens...........................320Cleaning the Interior.....................................318Cleaning Alcantara Microfiber ClothFabric.................................................................318
Cleaning the Wheels....................................321Cleaning the Windows and WiperBlades............................................................317Clearing All MyKeys.......................................64Climate.............................................................412Climate Control...............................................141Climate Controlled Seats............................155Cooled Seats........................................................156
Collision, Damage or Fire Event...............267Guidance for Ford Motor Company Electricand Hybrid-Electric Vehicles Equipped WithHigh Voltage Batteries.................................267
Coolant CheckSee: Engine Coolant Check............................302
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator..........55Creating a MyKey...........................................63Programming and Changing ConfigurableSettings...............................................................64
Cross Traffic Alert..........................................241Blocked Sensors.................................................244Switching the System Off and On..................244System Errors......................................................244System Lights, Messages and AudibleAlerts.................................................................244System Limitations.............................................244Using the Cross Traffic Alert System..............241
Cruise Control.................................................82Principle of Operation.......................................222Type One................................................................82Type Two.................................................................82
Cruise controlSee: Using Cruise Control...............................222
Customer Assistance....................................271
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Data Recording................................................10Event Data Recording...........................................10Service Data Recording.......................................10
Daytime Running Lamps...............................88Type One - Conventional(Non-Configurable)..........................................89Type Two - Configurable....................................89
Direction Indicators.........................................91Indicating a Lane Change....................................91
Doors and Locks.............................................67Drive Control..................................................251LINCOLN DRIVE CONTROL.............................251
Driver Alert.....................................................232PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION............................232USING DRIVER ALERT......................................233
Driver and Passenger Airbags....................48Children and Airbags...........................................49Proper Driver and Front Passenger SeatingAdjustment.........................................................49
Driver and Passenger Knee Airbags.........53Driving Aids...................................................232Driving Hints..................................................259Driving Through Water...............................259DRLSee: Daytime Running Lamps...........................88
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Lighting Control..............................................86Flashing the Headlamp High Beam.................87Headlamp High Beam.........................................87
Lighting..............................................................86General Information.............................................86
Lincoln Automotive Financial Services......12Lincoln Protect..............................................483Lincoln Protect (CANADA ONLY)....................484Lincoln Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S.Only)..................................................................483
Load Carrying................................................253Load Limit.......................................................253Special Loading Instructions for Owners ofPick-up Trucks and Utility-typeVehicles............................................................257Vehicle Loading - with and without aTrailer................................................................253
Locking and Unlocking..................................67Activating Intelligent Access.............................68Autolock..................................................................70Battery Saver...........................................................71Illuminated Entry...................................................70Illuminated Exit......................................................70Locking and Unlocking the Doors with theKey Blade...........................................................69Luggage Compartment........................................71Power Door Locks................................................67Remote Control.....................................................67
Smart Unlocks for Intelligent AccessKeys.....................................................................69
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Maintenance..................................................298General Information...........................................298
Media Hub......................................................369Memory Function..........................................152Easy Entry and Exit Feature..............................153Linking a PreSet Position to your RemoteControl or Intelligent Access Key Fob.......153Saving a PreSet Position...................................152
Message CenterSee: Information Displays..................................110
MirrorsSee: Windows and Mirrors.................................94
Mobile Communications Equipment...........14Moonroof..........................................................99Opening and Closing..........................................101Type 1.....................................................................100Type 2....................................................................100
Motorcraft Parts............................................354MyKey Troubleshooting................................65MyKey™..............................................................62Principle of Operation.........................................62
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Navigation......................................................424cityseeker.............................................................433Destination Mode...............................................425Map Mode............................................................424Navigation Map Updates..................................434Navigation Menu................................................430SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link......................434SYNC AppLink.....................................................433Waypoints.............................................................432
Normal Scheduled Maintenance.............490
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Oil Change Indicator Reset.......................302Oil CheckSee: Engine Oil Check.......................................301
Opening and Closing the Hood...............298Closing the Hood...............................................299Opening the Hood.............................................298
Ordering Additional Owner'sLiterature......................................................277Obtaining a French Owner’s Manual.............277
Overhead Console.......................................165
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Auto Hold Active.................................................105Auto Hold Unavailable.......................................105Automatic Headlamp High BeamIndicator............................................................105Battery....................................................................105Blind Spot Monitor..............................................105Brake System Warning Lamp...........................105Cruise Control Indicator....................................106Direction Indicator..............................................106Door Ajar...............................................................106EcoSelect..............................................................106Electric Park Brake..............................................106Engine Oil..............................................................106Engine or Motor Coolant Temperature..........106Fasten Seatbelt Warning Lamp.......................106Front Airbag..........................................................107Grade Assist..........................................................107Headlamp High Beam Indicator......................107Heads Up Display................................................107Hood Ajar..............................................................107Lane Keeping System Lamp.............................107Low Fuel Level Warning Lamp.........................107Low Tire Pressure Warning Lamp...................107Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Lamp.........107Parking Lamps......................................................107Powertrain Fault...................................................107Ready to Drive.....................................................108Service Engine Soon..........................................108
Stability Control...................................................108Stability Control Off............................................108Stop Safely............................................................108Trunk Ajar..............................................................108
Washer Fluid Check....................................308WashersSee: Cleaning the Exterior................................315
Waxing..............................................................316Welcome Lighting............................................91Wheels and Tires..........................................324Technical Specifications....................................351
Windows and Mirrors.....................................94Windshield Washers......................................85Windshield Wipers..........................................83Intermittent Wipe..................................................83Speed Dependent Wipers..................................83
Wiper BladesSee: Checking the Wiper Blades....................310
Wipers and Washers......................................83
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