Note:Allow the power system to open theliftgate. Manually pushing or pulling theliftgate could activate the system’s obstacledetection feature and stop the poweroperation or reverse its direction, replicatea strut failure, or damage mechanicalcomponents.
Note:Be careful when opening or closingthe liftgate in a garage or other enclosedarea to avoid damaging the liftgate.
Note: Do not hang anything, for example abike rack, from the glass or liftgate. Thiscould damage the liftgate and itscomponents.
Note:Do not leave the liftgate open whiledriving. This could damage the liftgate andits components.
Switching the Power Liftgate On or Off
You can switch the power liftgate on or offthrough the vehicle settings on yourtouchscreen.
Note:When switched off, the liftgate onlyunlatches and will not power open or close.
OPENING THE LIFTGATE USING THEREMOTE CONTROL
Press the button twice within threeseconds.
Note:Be careful when opening or closingthe liftgate in a garage or other enclosedarea to avoid damaging the liftgate.
Note:Do not hang anything, for example abike rack, from the glass or liftgate. Thiscould damage the liftgate and itscomponents.
Note:Do not leave the liftgate open whiledriving. This could damage the liftgate andits components.
OPENING THE HANDS-FREE LIFTGATE
(If Equipped)
Hands-Free Liftgate
Make sure you have the passive key within3 ft (1 m) of the liftgate.
1.Stand behind your vehicle, and face theliftgate.
2.Move your foot, in a single-kick motion,without pausing, under and away fromthe rear bumper detection area.
3.The liftgate opens.
Avoid the following actions when using thehands-free opening feature:
•Making physical contact with the bumper.
•Holding your foot under the bumper.
•Sweeping your foot from side to side, orkicking at an odd angle.
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Note:Make sure that you fully close theliftgate to prevent cargo from falling out.
CLOSING THE LIFTGATE USING THEREMOTE CONTROL
WARNING: Make sure all personsare clear of the power liftgate area beforeusing the power liftgate control.
Press the button twice within threeseconds.
Note: Make sure that you close the liftgatebefore operating or moving your vehicle,especially in an enclosure, like a garage ora parking structure. This could damage theliftgate and its components.
Note: Make sure the area behind yourvehicle is free from obstruction and thatthere is enough room for you to operate theliftgate. Objects too close to your vehicle,for example a wall, garage door or anothervehicle may come into contact with themoving liftgate. This could damage theliftgate and its components.
Note:Make sure that you fully close theliftgate to prevent cargo from falling out.
CLOSING THE HANDS-FREE LIFTGATE
(If Equipped)
Make sure you have the remote controlwithin 3 ft (1 m) of the liftgate.
1.Stand behind your vehicle, and face theliftgate.
2.Move your foot, in a single-kick motion,without pausing, under and away fromthe rear bumper detection area.
3.The liftgate closes.
Avoid the following actions when using thehands-free opening feature:
•Making physical contact with the bumper.
•Holding your foot under the bumper.
•Sweeping your foot from side to side, orkicking at an odd angle.
Detection Zones
Vehicles Without a Trailer Hitch
The detection area is in the center of the rearbumper.
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Vehicles With a Trailer Hitch
The detection area is on the left-hand sideand right-hand side of the hitch, between theexhaust and the hitch.
Note:Allow the power system to close theliftgate. Manually pushing the liftgate mayactivate the system’s obstacle detectionfeature and stop the power operation orreverse its direction, replicate a strut failure,or damage mechanical components.
STOPPING THE LIFTGATE
MOVEMENT
Note: Do not apply sudden excessive forceto the liftgate while it is in motion. This coulddamage the power liftgate and itscomponents.
Note:Selections will vary depending onregion or options.
You can stop the liftgate movement by doingany of the following:
•Pressing the liftgate control button onthe liftgate.
•Pressing the liftgate control button insidethe vehicle.
•Pressing the liftgate button on the remotecontrol twice.
•Pressing the liftgate button on anauthorized device.
•Moving your foot under and away fromthe center rear bumper in a single-kickmotion.
LIFTGATE OBSTACLE DETECTION
Closing the Liftgate
The system stops when it detects anobstacle. A tone sounds and the systemreverses to open. Once you remove theobstacle, you can power close the liftgate.
Note:To prevent accidental obstacledetection, let the power liftgate closecompletely before you enter your vehicle.
Opening the Liftgate
The system stops when it detects anobstacle and a tone sounds. Once youremove the obstacle, you can continue tooperate the liftgate.
LIFTGATE – TROUBLESHOOTING
LIFTGATE – WARNING LAMPS
Illuminates when the liftgate is notcompletely closed.
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PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM
WHAT IS THE PASSIVE ANTI-THEFTSYSTEM
The passive anti-theft system preventssomeone from starting the vehicle with anincorrectly coded key.
Note:Do not leave a duplicate coded keyin your vehicle. Always take the keys andlock all the doors when leaving your vehicle.
HOW DOES THE PASSIVE ANTI-THEFTSYSTEM WORK
The passive anti-theft system arms when youswitch the ignition off.
It disarms when the ignition is switched onwith a correctly coded key.
Note:The system is not compatible withnon-Ford aftermarket remote start systems.
Note:Do not leave a duplicate coded keyin your vehicle. Always take the keys andlock all doors when leaving your vehicle.
ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM
WHAT IS THE ANTI-THEFT ALARMSYSTEM
The anti-theft alarm system warns you of anunauthorized entry to your vehicle.
HOW DOES THE ANTI-THEFT ALARMSYSTEM WORK
When armed, the anti-theft alarm is triggeredin any of the following ways:
•If someone opens a door, the liftgate orthe hood without a correctly coded keyor remote control.
•If you turn the power on without acorrectly coded key.
•If the interior sensors detect movementinside your vehicle.
•If the inclination sensors detect anattempt to raise your vehicle.
•If someone disconnects the vehiclebattery or the battery backup alarm.
If the anti-theft alarm is triggered, the alarmhorn sounds for 30 seconds and thedirection indicators flash for 5 minutes.
Any further attempts to carry out one of theabove sounds the alarm again.
WHAT IS THE PERIMETER ALARM
The perimeter alarm is designed to detectunauthorized access to your vehicle.
WHAT ARE THE INTERIOR SENSORS
The interior sensors are designed to detectany movement inside your vehicle.
The interior sensors are in the overheadconsole.
Note:Do not cover the interior sensors.
WHAT ARE THE INCLINATIONSENSORS (If Equipped)
The inclination sensor is designed to detectan attempt to raise your vehicle, for exampleto remove a wheel or to tow it away.
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SECURITY – FREQUENTLY ASKEDQUESTIONS
What should I do if there is any potentialalarm problem with my vehicle?
Take all remote controls to anauthorized dealer if there is anypotential alarm problem with yourvehicle.
What should I do if the vehicle is unable tostart with a correctly coded key?
Have your vehicle checked as soon aspossible.
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SWITCHING ALL OF THE INTERIOR
LAMPS ON AND OFF
The lamps turn on under the followingconditions:
•You open any door.
•You press a button on the remote control.
•You press the all lamps on button on theoverhead console.
Press to switch all interior lampson or off.
SWITCHING THE FRONT INTERIOR
LAMPS ON AND OFF
The front interior lamp switches are on theoverhead console.
Note:The position of each button on theoverhead console depends on your vehicle.
Individual Map Lamps
Press to switch the left-handindividual dome lamp on and off.
Press to switch the right-handindividual dome lamp on and off.
SWITCHING THE REAR INTERIOR
LAMPS ON AND OFF
The rear interior lamps may be above therear seat or above the rear windows.
Press to switch the lamps on or off.
Note:If you switch the rear lamps on throughthe overhead console, you cannot switchthem off with the rear lamp switch.
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GLOBAL OPENING AND CLOSING
WHAT IS GLOBAL OPENING ANDCLOSING
You can use the remote control to open thewindows with the ignition off.
USING GLOBAL OPENING
1.Press and release the unlock button onthe remote control.
2.Press and hold the unlock button on theremote control.
3.Release the button when the windowsstart to open.
Press the lock or the unlock button on theremote control to stop global opening.
Note:You can use global opening for a shortperiod of time when you unlock your vehicleusing the remote control.
SWITCHING GLOBAL OPENING ONAND OFF
1.Press the menu button on the steeringwheel to enter the information displaymain menu.
2.Select Settings.
3.Select Vehicle.
4.Select Windows.
5.Switch Remote Open on or off.
USING GLOBAL CLOSING
WARNING: When closing the powerwindows, verify they are free of obstructionand make sure that children and pets arenot in the proximity of the windowopenings.
1.Press and hold the lock button on theremote control.
2.Release the button when the windowsstart to close.
Press the lock or the unlock button on theremote control to stop global closing.
Note:Bounce-back is on during globalclosing. See What Is Window Bounce-Back(page 132).
SWITCHING GLOBAL CLOSING ONAND OFF
1.Press the menu button on the steeringwheel to enter the information displaymain menu.
2.Select Settings.
3.Select Vehicle.
4.Select Windows.
5.Switch Remote Close on or off.
WINDOW BOUNCE-BACK
WHAT IS WINDOW BOUNCE-BACK
The window stops and reverses if it detectsan obstruction when closing.
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WHAT IS REMOTE START
The system allows you to remotely start yourvehicle and to adjust the interior temperatureaccording to the settings that you chose.
REMOTE START PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Do not start the enginein a closed garage or in other enclosedareas. Exhaust fumes are toxic. Alwaysopen the garage door before you start theengine. Failure to follow this instructioncould result in personal injury or death.
REMOTE START LIMITATIONS
Remote start does not work under thefollowing conditions:
•The alarm horn is sounding.
•The hood is open.
•The transmission is not in park (P).
•The ignition is on.
•The battery voltage is below theminimum operating voltage.
Note:Do not use remote start if your fuellevel is low.
Note:To use remote start with Lincoln Wayor Phone as a Key, enable the modem. SeeConnecting Lincoln Way to the Modem(page 427).
ENABLING REMOTE START
1.Using the instrument cluster displaycontrols on the steering wheel, selectSettings.
2.Select Vehicle.
3.Select Remote Start.
4.Switch System on.
Note:To use remote start, make sure thatthe modem is enabled. See Enabling andDisabling the Modem (page 427).
REMOTELY STARTING AND
STOPPING THE VEHICLE
Remotely Starting the Vehicle
Press the button on the remotecontrol.
Within three seconds, press thebutton on the remote control.
Within three seconds, press thebutton again.
Note:You can also use the Lincoln Way appto start the vehicle.
Note:The turn signals flash twice.
Note:The parking lamps turn on when thevehicle is running.
Note:The horn sounds if the system fails tostart.
Note:All other vehicle systems remain offwhen you have remotely started the vehicle.
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