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•You can reset the timer by interactingwith your vehicle (such as pressing thebrake pedal or accelerator pedal).
•You can temporarily switch off theshutdown feature any time the ignition ison (for the current ignition cycle only).Use the information display to do so. SeeInformation Displays (page 110).
•During the countdown before engineshutdown, you are prompted to press OKor RESET (depending on your type ofinformation display) to temporarily switchthe feature off (for the current ignitioncycle only).
Stopping the Engine When YourVehicle is Stationary
1. Put the transmission in position P.
2. Press the button once.
3. Apply the parking brake.
Note:This switches off the ignition, allelectrical circuits, warning lamps andindicators.
Note:If the engine is idling for 30 minutes,the ignition and engine automatically shutdown.
Stopping the Engine When YourVehicle is Moving
WARNING: Switching off the enginewhen the vehicle is still moving will result ina loss of brake and steering assistance. Thesteering will not lock, but higher effort willbe required. When the ignition is switchedoff, some electrical circuits, including airbags, warning lamps and indicators may alsobe off. If the ignition was turned offaccidentally, you can shift into neutral (N) andre-start the engine.
1. Put the transmission in position N anduse the brakes to bring your vehicle to asafe stop.
2. When your vehicle has stopped, put thetransmission in position P.
3. Press and hold the button for onesecond, or press it three times within twoseconds.
4. Apply the parking brake.
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes
WARNING: Exhaust leaks may resultin entry of harmful and potentially lethalfumes into the passenger compartment. Ifyou smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle,have your vehicle inspected immediately. Donot drive if you smell exhaust fumes.
Important Ventilating Information
If you stop your vehicle and then leave theengine idling for long periods, werecommend that you do one of the following:
•Open the windows at least 1 in (2.5 cm).
•Set your climate control to outside air.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (If Equipped)
WARNING: Failure to follow engineblock heater instructions could result inproperty damage or serious personal injury.
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Starting and Stopping the Engine

3. Once the disabled vehicle has beenstarted, run both vehicle engines for anadditional three minutes beforedisconnecting the jumper cables.
Removing the Jumper Cables
Remove the jumper cables in the reverseorder that they were connected.
1. Remove the negative (-) jumper cablefrom the disabled vehicle.
2. Remove the jumper cable on thenegative (-) terminal of the boostervehicle battery.
3. Remove the jumper cable from thepositive (+) terminal of the booster vehiclebattery.
4. Remove the jumper cable from thepositive (+) terminal of the disabledvehicle battery.
5. Allow the engine to idle for at least oneminute.
POST-CRASH ALERT SYSTEM
The system flashes the direction indicatorsand sounds the horn (intermittently) in theevent of a serious impact that deploys anairbag (front, side, side curtain or SafetyCanopy) or the seatbelt pretensioners.
The horn and indicators turn off when:
•You press the hazard control button.
•You press the panic button on the remoteentry transmitter (if equipped).
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CLEANING THE INSTRUMENT
PANEL AND INSTRUMENT
CLUSTER LENS
WARNING: Do not use chemicalsolvents or strong detergents when cleaningthe steering wheel or instrument panel toavoid contamination of the airbag system.
Note:Follow the same procedure ascleaning leather seats for cleaning leatherinstrument panels and leather interior trimsurfaces. See Cleaning Leather Seats (page325).
Clean the instrument panel and cluster lenswith a clean, damp and soft cloth, then usea clean, dry and soft cloth to dry these areas.
•Avoid cleaners or polishes that increasethe gloss of the upper portion of theinstrument panel. The dull finish in thisarea helps protect you from undesirablewindshield reflection.
•Do not use any household cleaningproducts or glass cleaners as these maydamage the finish of the instrumentpanel, interior trim and cluster lens.
•Wash or wipe your hands clean if youhave been in contact with certainproducts such as insect repellent andsuntan lotion to avoid possible damageto the interior painted surfaces.
•Do not allow air fresheners and handsanitizers to spill onto interior surfaces.If a spill occurs, wipe off immediately.Your warranty may not cover thesedamages.
If a staining liquid like coffee or juice hasbeen spilled on the instrument panel or oninterior trim surfaces:
1.Wipe up spilled liquid using a clean, softcloth as quickly as possible.
2. Use Motorcraft Premium Leather andVinyl Cleaner or a commercially availableleather cleaning product for automotiveinteriors. Test any cleaner or stainremover on an inconspicuous area.
3. Alternatively, wipe the surface with aclean, soft cloth and a mild soap andwater solution. Dry the area with a clean,soft cloth.
4.If necessary, apply more soap and watersolution or cleaning product to a clean,soft cloth and press it onto the soiledarea. Allow this to set at roomtemperature for 30 minutes.
5. Remove the soaked cloth, then with aclean, damp cloth, use a rubbing motionfor 60 seconds on the soiled area.
6. Dry the area with a clean, soft cloth.
CLEANING LEATHER SEATS
Note:Follow the same procedure ascleaning leather seats for cleaning leatherinstrument panels and leather interior trimsurfaces.
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Vehicle Care

•DISP: Switch the display on or off. Youcan also touch the screen to switch thedisplay back on.
•Temperature, fan and climate controlbuttons: Control the temperature, fanspeed or settings of the climate controlsystem. See Climate Control (page 136).
911 Assist
WARNING: Unless the 911 Assistsetting is set on before a crash, the systemwill not dial for help which could delayresponse time, potentially increasing the riskof serious injury or death after a crash.
WARNING: Do not wait for 911 Assistto make an emergency call if you can do ityourself. Dial emergency servicesimmediately to avoid delayed response timewhich could increase the risk of serious injuryor death after a crash. If you do not hear 911Assist within five seconds of the crash, thesystem or phone may be damaged ornon-functional.
WARNING: Always place your phonein a secure location in your vehicle so it doesnot become a projectile or get damaged ina crash. Failure to do so may cause seriousinjury to someone or damage the phonewhich could prevent 911 Assist from workingproperly.
Note:The SYNC 911 Assist feature must beset on before the incident.
Note:The SYNC 911 Assist feature onlyoperates in the U.S., Canada or in a territoryin which 911 is the emergency number.
Note:Before setting this feature on, makesure that you read the 911 Assist PrivacyNotice later in this section for importantinformation.
Note:If any user sets 911 Assist to on or off,that setting applies for all paired phones. If911 Assist is switched off and the phone isconnected to SYNC, an icon displays on thestatus bar.
Note:Every phone operates differently.While SYNC 911 Assist works with mostcellular phones, some may have troubleusing this feature.
If a crash deploys an airbag (excluding kneeairbags and rear inflatable safety belts [ifequipped]) or activates the fuel pumpshut-off, your SYNC-equipped vehicle maybe able to contact emergency services bydialing 911 through a paired and connectedBluetooth enabled phone. You can learnmore about the 911 Assist feature, by visiting:
Website
www.owner.lincoln.comwww.syncmyride.cawww.syncmaroute.ca
For important information about airbagdeployment and the fuel pump shut-offplease see the Supplementary Restrains andRoadside Emergencies sections of yourowner manual.
To switch 911 Assist on and off please viewthe settings information. See Settings (page461).
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To make sure that 911 Assist works correctly:
•SYNC must be powered and workingproperly at the time of the incident andthroughout feature activation and use.
•The 911 Assist feature must be set onbefore the incident.
•You must pair and connect a Bluetoothenabled and compatible cell phone toSYNC.
•A connected Bluetooth enabled phonemust have the ability to make andmaintain an outgoing call at the time ofthe incident.
•A connected Bluetooth enabled phonemust have adequate network coverage,battery power and signal strength.
•The vehicle must have battery power andbe located in the U.S., Canada or in aterritory in which 911 is the emergencynumber.
In the Event of a Crash
Not all crashes will deploy an airbag oractivate the fuel pump shut-off (the triggersfor 911 Assist). If a connected cell phonesustains damage or loses its connection toSYNC during a crash, SYNC will search forand try to connect to a previously paired cellphone; SYNC will then attempt to call theemergency services.
Before making the call:
•SYNC provides a short window of time(about 10 seconds) to cancel the call. Ifyou fail to cancel the call, SYNC attemptsto dial 911.
•SYNC says the following, or a similarmessage: "SYNC will attempt to call 911,to cancel the call, press Cancel on yourscreen or press and hold the phonebutton on your steering wheel."
If you do not cancel the call, and SYNCmakes a successful call, a pre-recordedmessage plays for the 911 operator, and thenthe occupant(s) in your vehicle is able to talkwith the operator. Be prepared to provideyour name, phone number and locationimmediately, because not all 911 systems arecapable of receiving this informationelectronically.
911 Assist May Not Work If
•Your cellular phone or 911 Assisthardware sustains damage in a crash.
•The vehicle's battery or the SYNC systemhas no power.
•The phone(s) thrown from your vehicleare the ones paired and connected tothe system.
911 Assist Privacy Notice
When you switch on 911 Assist, it maydisclose to emergency services that yourvehicle has been in a crash involving thedeployment of an airbag or activation of thefuel pump shut-off. Certain versions orupdates to 911 Assist may also be capable
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A/CSee: Climate Control..........................................136
About This Manual............................................7ABSSee: Brakes...........................................................192
ABS driving hintsSee: Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes................................................................193
Accessories...................................................499Exterior Style.......................................................499Interior Style.........................................................499Lifestyle.................................................................499Peace of Mind.....................................................499
AccessoriesSee: Replacement Parts Recommendation.....13
ACCSee: Using Adaptive Cruise Control..............218
Active Park Assist........................................205Using Active Park Assist..................................206
Adaptive Headlamps......................................91System Check........................................................92
Adjusting the Headlamps............................316Horizontal Aim Adjustment...............................317Vertical Aim Adjustment....................................316
Adjusting the Steering Wheel - VehiclesWith: Manual Adjustable SteeringColumn...........................................................80Adjusting the Steering Wheel - VehiclesWith: Power Adjustable SteeringColumn...........................................................80End of Travel Position...........................................81Memory Feature.....................................................81
AFSSee: Adaptive Headlamps...................................91
Airbag Disposal...............................................56Air ConditioningSee: Climate Control..........................................136
Air FilterSee: Changing the Engine Air Filter...............317
AlarmSee: Anti-Theft Alarm...........................................78
All-Wheel Drive..............................................183Ambient Lighting.............................................94Adjusting the Brightness.....................................94Changing the Color..............................................94Switching Ambient Lighting Off........................94Switching Ambient Lighting On........................94
Anti-Theft Alarm..............................................78Arming the Alarm..................................................79Disarming the Alarm.............................................79
Appendices....................................................536
Apps.................................................................458.................................................................................458SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link.....................459
At a Glance........................................................17Audible Warnings and Indicators..............108Headlamps On Warning Chime.......................108Keyless Warning Alert........................................108Parking Brake On Warning Chime..................109
Audio Control..................................................82Seek, Next or Previous........................................82
Audio System................................................389General Information...........................................389
Audio Unit.......................................................391Adjusting the Volume.........................................391Changing Radio Stations...................................391Ejecting the CD....................................................391Inserting a CD.....................................................392Selecting the Audio Modes.............................392Switching the Audio Unit On and Off............392Using Seek, Fast Forward and Reverse.......392
Auto Hold........................................................194Using Auto Hold..................................................196
Autolamps.........................................................88Windshield Wiper Activated Headlamps........89
Automatic Climate Control..........................136Directing Air to the Footwell Air Vents..........136Directing Air to the Instrument Panel AirVents..................................................................136
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Center Console.............................................160Rear Seat Armrest...............................................160
Changing a Bulb............................................317Replacing Bulbs...................................................317
Changing a Fuse..........................................294Fuses.....................................................................294
Changing a Road Wheel............................356Changing a Road Wheel Procedure..............358Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire AssemblyInformation.......................................................357Stowing the Flat Tire Using the RetainerStrap..................................................................363Stowing the Flat Tire Without the RetainerStrap..................................................................363
Changing the 12V Battery...........................314Changing the Engine Air Filter...................317Changing the Wiper Blades.......................316Checking MyKey System Status.................64MyKey Distance.....................................................64Number of Admin Keys.......................................65Number of MyKeys...............................................64
Checking the Wiper Blades........................315Child Restraint and SeatbeltMaintenance..................................................44Child Restraint Positioning...........................33Child Safety.......................................................19General Information..............................................19
Child Safety Locks..........................................35Left-Hand Side.......................................................36Right-Hand Side....................................................36
Cleaning Leather Seats..............................325Cleaning Products.........................................319Materials................................................................319
Cleaning the Engine....................................322Cleaning the Exterior..................................320Cleaning the Headlamps.................................320Exterior Chrome Parts........................................321Exterior Plastic Parts...........................................321Stripes or Graphics.............................................321Underbody............................................................321Under Hood..........................................................321
Cleaning the Instrument Panel andInstrument Cluster Lens...........................325Cleaning the Interior....................................323Cleaning Alcantara Microfiber ClothFabric................................................................323
Cleaning the Wheels...................................326Cleaning the Windows and WiperBlades...........................................................322Clearing All MyKeys.......................................64Climate............................................................435Climate Control..............................................136Climate Controlled Seats............................150Cooled Seats.........................................................151
Coolant CheckSee: Engine Coolant Check............................304
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator..........55Creating a MyKey...........................................63Programming and Changing ConfigurableSettings...............................................................64
Cross Traffic Alert.........................................236Blocked Sensors................................................239Switching the System Off and On..................239System Errors......................................................239System Lights, Messages and AudibleAlerts.................................................................239System Limitations.............................................239Using the Cross Traffic Alert System.............236
Cruise Control..................................................83Principle of Operation........................................217Type One................................................................83Type Two.................................................................83
Cruise controlSee: Using Cruise Control.................................217
Customer Assistance..................................269
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Data Recording................................................10Event Data Recording...........................................10Service Data Recording.......................................10
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Mobile App Voice Commands.........................419Navigation Voice Commands...........................417Phone Voice Commands...................................414SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link VoiceCommands.......................................................419Voice Settings Commands..............................420
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program(Canada Only).............................................272
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Vehicle Care...................................................319General Information............................................319
Vehicle Certification Label..........................371Vehicle Identification Number....................371Vehicle Storage.............................................327Battery...................................................................328Body.......................................................................327Brakes...................................................................328Cooling system...................................................328Engine....................................................................327Fuel system..........................................................327General..................................................................327Miscellaneous.....................................................328Removing Vehicle From Storage...................328Tires.......................................................................328
VentilationSee: Climate Control..........................................136
VINSee: Vehicle Identification Number................371
Voice Control...................................................82
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Warning Lamps and Indicators..................105Adaptive Cruise Control Indicator..................105Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Lamp........105Auto Hold Active.................................................105Auto Hold Unavailable.......................................105Automatic Headlamp High BeamIndicator............................................................105Battery....................................................................105Blind Spot Monitor..............................................105Brake System Warning Lamp...........................106Cruise Control Indicator....................................106Direction Indicator..............................................106Door Ajar...............................................................106Electric Park Brake..............................................106Engine Coolant Temperature WarningLamp..................................................................106Engine Oil..............................................................106Fasten Seatbelt Warning Lamp........................107Front Airbag..........................................................107Headlamp High Beam Indicator......................107Heads Up Display................................................107Hood Ajar..............................................................107
Lane Keeping System Lamp.............................107Low Fuel Level Warning Lamp.........................107Low Tire Pressure Warning Lamp...................107Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Lamp.........107Parking Lamps.....................................................108Powertrain Fault..................................................108Service Engine Soon..........................................108Stability Control...................................................108Stability Control Off............................................108Trunk Ajar..............................................................108
Washer Fluid Check......................................313WashersSee: Cleaning the Exterior...............................320
Waxing..............................................................321Welcome Lighting...........................................92Wheel NutsSee: Changing a Road Wheel.........................356
Wheels and Tires.........................................329Technical Specifications...................................364
Windows and Mirrors.....................................95Windshield Washers......................................86Windshield Wipers..........................................84Intermittent Wipe..................................................84Speed Dependent Wipers..................................84
Wiper BladesSee: Checking the Wiper Blades....................315
Wipers and Washers......................................84
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