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Traction Control PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION The traction control system helps avoid drive wheel spin and loss of traction. If your vehicle begins to slide, the system applies the brakes to individual wheels and, when needed, reduces engine power at the same time. If the wheels spin when accelerating on slippery or loose surfaces, the system reduces engine power in order to increase traction. Switching the System Off Using the Information Display Controls (If Equipped) System Indicator Lights and Messages WARNING If a failure has been detected within the AdvanceTrac system, the stability control light will illuminate steadily. Verify that the AdvanceTrac system was not manually disabled through the information display. If the stability control light still illuminates steadily, have the system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately. Operating your vehicle with AdvanceTrac disabled could lead to an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. The stability control light temporarily illuminates on engine E138639 start-up and flashes when a driving condition activates the stability system. The stability control off light temporarily illuminates on engine start-up and stays on when you turn the traction control system off. When you turn the traction control system off or on, a message appears in the information display showing system status. Your vehicle comes with this feature already enabled. If required, you can switch this feature off using the information display controls. See Principle of Operation (page 150). Switching the System Off Using a Switch (If Equipped) The button is located in the instrument panel. Press the button. You will see a message in conjunction with an illuminated icon in the display. Press the button again to return the system to normal mode. When you switch the traction control system off, stability control remains fully active. USING TRACTION CONTROL Note: If your vehicle is equipped with MyKey®, it is possible to prevent turning the traction control system off. See MyKey™ (page 50). In certain situations for example, stuck in snow or mud, turning the traction control off may be beneficial as this allows the wheels to spin with full engine power. Depending on the type of system you have on your vehicle, you can either turn the system off using the information display or by pressing the button. 150 MKS (), enUSA

Section	Page
Copyright ©	2
Introduction	10
About This Manual	10
Symbols Glossary	10
Data Recording	12
California Proposition 65	14
Perchlorate	14
Lincoln Automotive Financial Services	14
Replacement Parts Recommendation	14
Special Notices	15
Mobile Communications Equipment	15
Export Unique Options	16
Child Safety	17
General Information	17
Installing Child Seats	19
Booster Seats	24
Child Seat Positioning	27
Child Safety Locks	28
Safety Belts	30
Principle of Operation	30
Fastening the Safety Belts	31
Safety Belt Height Adjustment	33
Safety Belt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime	34
Safety Belt Minder	35
Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance	36
Personal Safety System™	38
Personal Safety System™	38
Supplementary Restraints System	39
Principle of Operation	39
Driver and Passenger Airbags	40
Front Passenger Sensing System	41
Side Airbags	43
Safety Canopy™	44
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator	46
Airbag Disposal	47
Keys and Remote Controls	48
General Information on Radio Frequencies	48
Remote Control	49
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control	51
MyKey™	53
Principle of Operation	53
Creating a MyKey	54
Clearing All MyKeys	54
Checking MyKey System Status	56
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems	57
MyKey Troubleshooting	57
Locks	59
Locking and Unlocking	59
Keyless Entry	62
Interior Luggage Compartment Release	64
Security	66
Passive Anti-Theft System	66
Anti-Theft Alarm	67
Steering Wheel	68
Adjusting the Steering Wheel	68
Audio Control	68
Voice Control	69
Cruise Control	69
Information Display Control	70
Heated Steering Wheel	70
Pedals	71
Adjusting the Pedals	71
Wipers and Washers	72
Windshield Wipers	72
Autowipers	72
Windshield Washers	73
Lighting	74
Lighting Control	74
Autolamps	74
Instrument Lighting Dimmer	75
Headlamp Exit Delay	76
Daytime Running Lamps	76
Automatic High Beam Control	77
Front Fog Lamps	78
Adaptive Headlamps	78
Direction Indicators	79
Interior Lamps	79
Ambient Lighting	80
Windows and Mirrors	81
Power Windows	81
Exterior Mirrors	82
Interior Mirror	83
Sun Visors	84
Sun Shades	84
Moonroof	84
Instrument Cluster	86
Gauges	86
Warning Lamps and Indicators	87
Audible Warnings and Indicators	89
Information Displays	91
General Information	91
Information Messages	97
Climate Control	108
Automatic Climate Control	108
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate	109
Heated Windows and Mirrors	110
Cabin Air Filter	111
Remote Start	111
Seats	112
Sitting in the Correct Position	112
Head Restraints	112
Power Seats	114
Memory Function	117
Climate Controlled Seats	118
Rear Seat Armrest	120
Universal Garage Door Opener	122
Universal Garage Door Opener	122
Auxiliary Power Points	126
Auxiliary Power Points	126
Storage Compartments	128
Center Console	128
Overhead Console	128
Starting and Stopping the Engine	129
General Information	129
Keyless Starting	129
Starting a Gasoline Engine	130
Engine Block Heater	132
Fuel and Refueling	134
Safety Precautions	134
Fuel Quality	135
Running Out of Fuel	135
Refueling	137
Fuel Consumption	138
Emission Control System	139
Transmission	142
Automatic Transmission	142
All-Wheel Drive	145
Using All-Wheel Drive	145
Brakes	150
General Information	150
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes	150
Parking Brake	151
Hill Start Assist	151
Traction Control	153
Principle of Operation	153
Using Traction Control	153
Stability Control	154
Principle of Operation	154
Using Stability Control	155
Parking Aids	156
Parking Aid	156
Active Park Assist	158
Rear View Camera	163
Cruise Control	166
Principle of Operation	166
Using Cruise Control	166
Using Adaptive Cruise Control	167
Driving Aids	174
Driver Alert	174
Lane Keeping System	175
Blind Spot Information System	179
Steering	184
Collision Warning System	185
Drive Control	188
Load Carrying	190
Load Limit	190
Towing	201
Towing a Trailer	201
Recommended Towing Weights	202
Essential Towing Checks	203
Transporting the Vehicle	205
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels	205
Driving Hints	207
Breaking-In	207
Economical Driving	207
Driving Through Water	207
Floor Mats	208
Roadside Emergencies	210
Roadside Assistance	210
Hazard Warning Flashers	211
Fuel Shutoff	211
Jump Starting the Vehicle	212
Post-Crash Alert System	214
Customer Assistance	215
Getting the Services You Need	215
In California (U.S. Only)	216
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)	217
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)	218
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada	218
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature	219
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)	220
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)	220
Fuses	221
Fuse Specification Chart	221
Changing a Fuse	235
Maintenance	237
General Information	237
Opening and Closing the Hood	237
Under Hood Overview	239
Under Hood Overview	241
Engine Oil Dipstick	242
Engine Oil Check	242
Oil Change Indicator Reset	243
Engine Coolant Check	243
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check	247
Brake Fluid Check	250
Power Steering Fluid Check	250
Washer Fluid Check	251
Fuel Filter	251
Changing the 12V Battery	251
Checking the Wiper Blades	253
Changing the Wiper Blades	253
Adjusting the Headlamps	254
Changing a Bulb	255
Bulb Specification Chart	256
Changing the Engine Air Filter	258
Vehicle Care	260
General Information	260
Cleaning Products	260
Cleaning the Exterior	260
Waxing	261
Cleaning the Engine	261
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades	262
Cleaning the Interior	262
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens	263
Cleaning Leather Seats	263
Repairing Minor Paint Damage	264
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels	264
Vehicle Storage	265
Wheels and Tires	267
Tire Care	267
Using Snow Chains	282
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	282
Changing a Road Wheel	286
Technical Specifications	291
Capacities and Specifications	293
Engine Specifications	293
Motorcraft Parts	294
Vehicle Identification Number	294
Vehicle Certification Label	295
Transmission Code Designation	296
Technical Specifications	297
Audio System	302
General Information	302
Audio Unit	303
Media Hub	305
MyLincoln Touch™	306
General Information	306
Settings	316
Entertainment	328
Phone	347
Information	354
Climate	363
Navigation	367
Accessories	376
Accessories	376
Appendices	378
End User License Agreement	378
Extended Service Plan (ESP)	393
Extended Service Plan (ESP)	393
Scheduled Maintenance	395
General Maintenance Information	395
Normal Scheduled Maintenance	399
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance	402

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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

The traction control system helps avoid drive

wheel spin and loss of traction.

If your vehicle begins to slide, the system

applies the brakes to individual wheels and,

when needed, reduces engine power at the

same time. If the wheels spin when

accelerating on slippery or loose surfaces,

the system reduces engine power in order to

increase traction.

USING TRACTION CONTROL

Note:

If your vehicle is equipped with MyKey®,

it is possible to prevent turning the traction

control system off. See

MyKey™

(page 50).

In certain situations for example, stuck in

snow or mud, turning the traction control off

may be beneficial as this allows the wheels

to spin with full engine power. Depending on

the type of system you have on your vehicle,

you can either turn the system off using the

information display or by pressing the button.

Switching the System Off Using the

Information Display Controls

(If

Equipped)

Your vehicle comes with this feature already

enabled. If required, you can switch this

feature off using the information display

controls. See

Principle of Operation

(page

150).

Switching the System Off Using a

Switch

(If Equipped)

The button is located in the instrument panel.

Press the button. You will see a message in

conjunction with an illuminated icon in the

display. Press the button again to return the

system to normal mode.

When you switch the traction control system

off, stability control remains fully active.

System Indicator Lights and

Messages

WARNING

If a failure has been detected within the

AdvanceTrac system, the stability

control light will illuminate steadily.

Verify that the AdvanceTrac system was not

manually disabled through the information

display. If the stability control light still

illuminates steadily, have the system serviced

by an authorized dealer immediately.

Operating your vehicle with AdvanceTrac

disabled could lead to an increased risk of

loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover,

personal injury and death.

E138639

The stability control light

temporarily illuminates on engine

start-up and flashes when a driving

condition activates the stability system.

The stability control off light

temporarily illuminates on engine

start-up and stays on when you

turn the traction control system off.

When you turn the traction control system

off or on, a message appears in the

information display showing system status.

150

MKS (), enUSA

Traction Control