2015 Lincoln MKZ Owner Manual Printing 1 - Page 160

Starting and Stopping the Engine The keyless starting system has three modes: • Off: Turns the ignition off. • Without applying the brake pedal, press and release the button once when the ignition is in the on mode, or when the vehicle is running but is not moving. • On: All electrical circuits are operational and the warning lamps and indicators illuminate. • Without applying the brake pedal, press and release the button once. • Start: Starts the vehicle. The engine may not start when the vehicle starts. • Press the brake pedal, and then press the button until the vehicle starts. An indicator light on the button illuminates when then ignition is on and when the vehicle starts. STARTING A GASOLINE ENGINE When you start the engine, the idle speed increases, this helps to warm up the engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have your vehicle checked by an authorized dealer. Before starting the engine, check the following: • Make sure all occupants have fastened their safety belts. • Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off. • Make sure the parking brake is on. • Put the transmission in P. Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal. 1. Fully press the brake pedal. 2. Press the button. The system does not function if: • The key frequencies are jammed. • The key battery has no charge. If you are unable to start the engine, do the following: E155835 1. Remove the rubber covering (A) in the cupholder. Place the remote in the backup slot (B) at the bottom of the cupholder. 2. With the key in this position, press the brake pedal, then the START button to switch the ignition on and start your vehicle. Fast Restart The fast restart feature allows you to restart the engine within 20 seconds of switching it off, even if a valid key is not present. 157 MKZ (), enUSA