2023 LINCOLN CORSAIR hood release

Brake System
Illuminates red when you apply theparking brake and the ignition ison. If it illuminates when yourvehicle is moving, make sure theparking brake is released. If theparking brake is released, this indicates lowbrake fluid level or the brake system requiresservice. Have your vehicle checked as soonas possible.
Note:Indicators may vary depending onregion.
Door Ajar
Illuminates when you switch theignition on and remains on if anydoor is open.
Electric Parking Brake
Illuminates yellow or flashes whenthe electric parking brake requiresservice.
Note:Indicators may vary depending onregion.
Engine Coolant Temperature
If it illuminates, safely stop yourvehicle and switch it off.
Fasten Seatbelt
Illuminates and a tone sounds untilyou fasten the seatbelts.
Fasten Rear Seatbelt
Illuminates and a tone sounds tosignal the rear seatbelts are notfastened.
Hood Ajar
Illuminates when the ignition is onand the hood is not completelyclosed.
Liftgate Ajar
Illuminates when the liftgate is notcompletely closed.
Low Beam Warning
Illuminates when there is amalfunction with the LED low beamheadlamp.
Low Fuel Level
Illuminates when the fuel level islow.
Low Tire Pressure
Illuminates when your tire pressureis low. If illuminated, check yourtire pressure as soon as possible.If it begins to flash at any time, have thesystem checked as soon as possible.
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WHAT IS AUTO-START-STOP
The system is designed to help reduce fuelconsumption and CO2 emissions by stopping
the engine when it is idling, for example attraffic lights.
AUTO-START-STOP PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Apply the parking brake,shift into park (P), switch the ignition offand remove the key before you leave yourvehicle. Failure to follow this instructioncould result in personal injury or death.
WARNING: Apply the parking brake,shift into park (P), switch the ignition offand remove the key before you open thehood or have any service or repair workcompleted. If you do not switch the ignitionoff, the engine could restart at any time.Failure to follow this instruction could resultin personal injury or death.
SWITCHING AUTO-START-STOP
ON AND OFF
The system turns on when you switch theignition on.
Press the button to switch thesystem off.
Note:OFF illuminates in the switch.
Note:Deactivating the system using thebutton lasts only one key cycle.
Press the button again to switch the systemback on.
Note: The system turns off if it detects amalfunction. If the system malfunctions,have your vehicle checked as soon aspossible.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
Stop your vehicle, keep your foot on thebrake pedal and the transmission in drive(D).
RESTARTING THE ENGINE
Release the brake pedal or press theaccelerator pedal.
A message appears in the instrument clusterdisplay if the system requires you to takeaction.
AUTO-START-STOP INDICATORS
WARNING: The system may requirethe engine to automatically restart whenthe auto-start-stop indicator illuminatesgreen or flashes amber. Failure to followthis instruction could result in personalinjury.
The Auto-Start-Stop indicatorilluminates green when the enginestops. It flashes amber and amessage appears when you need to takeaction.
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MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
Service your vehicle regularly to helpmaintain its roadworthiness and resale value.There is a large network of authorizeddealers that are there to help you with theirprofessional servicing expertise. We believethat their specially trained technicians arebest qualified to service your vehicle properlyand expertly. They are supported by a widerange of highly specialized tools developedspecifically for servicing your vehicle.
If your vehicle requires professional service,an authorized dealer can provide thenecessary parts and service. Check yourwarranty information to find out which partsand services are covered.
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants,fluids and service parts conforming tospecifications. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 495).
•Do not work on a hot engine.
•Make sure that nothing gets caught inmoving parts.
•Do not work on a vehicle with the enginerunning in an enclosed space, unless youare sure you have enough ventilation.
•Keep all open flames and other burningmaterial, such as cigarettes, away fromthe battery and all fuel related parts.
•Set the parking brake, shift thetransmission to park (P) and block thewheels.
OPENING AND CLOSING THE
HOOD
Opening the Hood
1.Open the left-hand front door.
2.Fully pull the hood release lever and letit completely retract.
Note:This action releases the hood latch.
3.Fully pull the hood release lever for asecond time.
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Note:This action fully releases the hood.
4.Open the hood.
Note:There is no secondary hood releaseunder the hood.
5.Support the hood with the strut.
Closing the Hood
WARNING: Make sure that you fullylatch the hood before driving. Failure tofollow this instruction could result inpersonal injury or death.
1.Remove the strut from the catch andsecure it correctly in the clip.
2.Lower the hood and allow it to dropunder its own weight for the last 10–14 in(25–35 cm).
Warning Lamps and Indicators
This lamp illuminates when theignition is on and the hood is notcompletely closed.
Information Messages
ActionMessage
Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so and close the hood.Hood Ajar
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12 Volt Battery
•When storing your vehicle for greaterthan 30 days the state of charge shouldbe approximately 50%. Additionally, werecommend disconnecting the 12vbattery which will reduce system loadson the battery.
•Check and recharge as necessary. Keepconnections clean.
Note:It is necessary to reset memoryfeatures if you disconnect the battery cables.
Brakes
Make sure the brakes and parking brakerelease fully.
Note:If you intend on parking your vehiclefor an extended period after cleaning thewheels with a wheel cleaner, drive yourvehicle for a few minutes before doing so toreduce the risk of increased corrosion of thebrake discs, brake pads and linings.
Tires
Maintain recommended air pressure.
Note:If you intend on parking your vehiclefor an extended period after cleaning thewheels with a wheel cleaner, drive yourvehicle for a few minutes before doing so.This reduces the risk of corrosion of thebrake discs, brake pads and linings.
REMOVING YOUR VEHICLE FROM
STORAGE
When your vehicle is ready to come out ofstorage, do the following:
•We recommend that you change theengine oil before you use your vehicleagain.
•Wash your vehicle to remove any dirt orgrease film build-up on window surfaces.
•Check windshield wipers for anydeterioration.
•Check the underhood for any foreignmaterials such as mice or squirrel nests.
•Check the exhaust for any foreignmaterials.
•Check tire pressures and set tire inflationper the Tire Label.
•Check brake pedal operation. Corrodedbrake rotors could cause brake noise.Drive your vehicle and gently apply andrelease the brakes repeatedly over a10-minute drive to reduce the corrosionfrom the brakes.
•Check fluid levels (including coolant, oiland gas) to make sure there are no leaks,and fluids are at recommended levels.
•If you remove the battery, clean thebattery cable ends and check fordamage.
Contact an authorized dealer if you have anyconcerns or issues.
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