ECU LINCOLN MKX 2012 User Guide

POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT
WARNING:Always use floor mats that are designed to fit the
foot well of your vehicle. Only use floor mats that leave the
pedal area unobstructed. Only use floor mats that are firmly secured to
retention posts so that they cannot slip out of position and interfere
with the pedals or impair safe operation of your vehicle in other ways.
•Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and
increase the risk of serious personal injury.
•Always make sure that the floor mats are properly attached to the
retention posts in the carpet that are supplied with your vehicle. Floor
mats must be properly secured to both retention posts to ensure mats
do not shift out of position.
•Never place floor mats or any other covering in the vehicle foot well
that cannot be properly secured to prevent them from moving and
interfering with the pedals or the ability to control the vehicle.
•Never place floor mats or any other covering on top of already
installed floor mats. Floor mats should always rest on top of vehicle
carpeting surface and not another floor mat or other covering.
Additional floor mats or any other covering will reduce the pedal
clearance and potentially interfere with pedal operation.
•Check attachment of floor mats on a regular basis. Always properly
reinstall and secure floor mats that have been removed for cleaning or
replacement.
•Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver foot well
while the vehicle is moving. Objects that are loose can become
trapped under the pedals causing a loss of vehicle control.
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Note:Cycling the ignition prior to completely latching the liftgate could
result in damage to the liftgate and/or its power components. Make sure
the liftgate is fully latched before operating the vehicle.
Care should be exercised in starting the engine before the liftgate is fully
closed (latched). If the ignition is cycled during a liftgate power close
cycle and the liftgate is 6–10 inches (15–24 cm) from being latched, the
liftgate may reverse to the full open position. Verify that the gate is
closed before operating or moving the vehicle, especially in an enclosure,
like a garage or a parking structure. The liftgate or its components could
be damaged in an enclosure if the liftgate is open while the vehicle is
being operated.
When power operating the liftgate at temperatures below 32°F (0°C), the
liftgate may stop about 5 inches (12.7 cm) from the full open position.
The liftgate can be fully opened by pushing it upward to the maximum
open position.
The power liftgate feature can be enabled or disabled using the message
center controls. With the setting turned off, power operation is disabled
from the liftgate handle button and from the rear cargo area button. The
transmitter and instrument panel switch will still continue to operate the
liftgate regardless of the position state of the message center. Refer to
Message centerin theInstrument Clusterchapter.
To power open or close the
liftgate from the instrument
panel:
Press the button, located to the left
of the steering column, once to
power open or close the liftgate.
To power open or close the liftgate with the transmitter:
Press
twice within three seconds to power open or close the liftgate.
Refer toRemote entry systemin theLocks and Securitychapter.
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CARGO AREA FEATURES
Cargo management system
The cargo management system
consists of storage compartments
located in the floor of the rear cargo
area.
1. To open, lift the release handle
and the lid.
2. To close, lower the lid.
Cargo net
The cargo net secures lightweight
objects in the cargo area. Attach the
net to the loops and anchors
provided.
WARNING:This net is not
designed to restrain objects
during a collision.
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ROOF RACK SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
Loads should never be placed directly on the roof panel. For proper
function of the roof rack system, loads must be placed directly on
crossbars affixed to the roof rack side rails. Your vehicle may be
equipped with factory-installed crossbars. Ford Genuine Accessory
crossbars, designed specifically for your vehicle, are also recommended
for use with your roof rack system.
The vehicle’s roof panel isNOTdesigned to directly carry a load.The
maximum recommended load is 100 lb (45 kg), evenly distributed
on the crossbars.Ensure that the load is securely fastened.
WARNING:When loading the roof rail crossbars, it is
recommended to evenly distribute the load, as well as maintain a
low center of gravity. Loaded vehicles, with higher centers of gravity,
may handle differently than unloaded vehicles. Extra precautions, such
as slower speeds and increased stopping distance, should be taken
when driving a heavily loaded vehicle.
When the rail system is loaded, check the tightness of the load before
driving and at each fuel stop.
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INTELLIGENT ACCESS KEY (IA KEY)
Your vehicle is equipped with two
intelligent access keys which
operate the power locks and the
remote start system. The IA key
must be in the vehicle to activate
the push button start system.
The IA key also contains a
removable mechanical key blade
that can be used to unlock the
driver door. To release the
mechanical key blade, slide the
release on the back of the
transmitter and pull the blade out.
Your IA keys are programmed to
your vehicle. You cannot enter or start your vehicle with an
unprogrammed key. If you lose one or both of your IA keys,
replacements are available from your authorized dealer. For more
information on programming replacement IA keys, refer to the
SecuriLockpassive anti-theft systemsection in this chapter.
Note:Your vehicle’s IA backup keys
were issued with a security tag that
provides important vehicle key cut
information. It is recommended that
you keep the tag in a safe place for
future reference.
MYKEY
The MyKeyfeature allows you to program a restricted driving mode to
promote good driving habits. All but one of the keys programmed to the
vehicle can be activated as a MyKey. The key will remain restricted
until MyKeyis cleared. Any remaining keys are referred to as an
“administrator key” or admin key. The admin key can be used to create a
MyKey, program optional MyKeysettings, and clear the MyKey
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feature. When the MyKeyfeature is enabled the user can use system
check in the message center to see how many MyKeysand admin keys
are programmed to the vehicle, and see the total distance the vehicle has
been driven with the MyKeyactive.
MyKeyrestricted features
Standard settings – these settings cannot be changed
•The audio system will be muted whenever Belt-Minderis activated
until the safety belts are buckled. Refer to theSeating and Safety
Restraintschapter for a detailed description of Belt-Minder
operation.
•Low fuel warnings are displayed in the message center followed by a
chime when the distance to empty value reaches 75 miles (120 km).
•If equipped, any of the following: parking aid, blind spot information
system (BLIS) with cross traffic alert and forward collision warning
systems cannot be turned off.
Optional settings – these settings can be changed
•Vehicle speed is limited to 80 mph (130 km/h). Visual warnings are
displayed followed by a chime when the vehicle speed has reached
80 mph (130 km/h).
•Visual warnings are displayed followed by a chime when a preselected
vehicle speed of 45, 55 or 65 mph (75, 90, or 105 km/h) is exceeded.
•The maximum volume of the audio system is limited to 45%. MYKEY
VOLUME LIMITED will be displayed in the audio system display when
attempting to exceed the limited volume.
•The AdvanceTracsystem cannot be turned off. When this optional
setting is on, the MyKeyuser will not be able to deactivate the
system.Note:It may be beneficial to deactivate the AdvanceTrac
system if the vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, or sand.
Create a MyKey
To program MyKeyon one of the keys programmed to the vehicle, put
the intelligent access key in the backup slot with brand logo facing up;
refer toStartingin theDrivingchapter for the location of the backup
slot. Turn the ignition on. Use the message center buttons to do the
following:
1. Get into main menu, select SETTINGS then MYKEY by pressing OK
button or the right arrow button.
2. Press OK to select CREATE MYKEY.
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3. Hold the OK button as prompted until you see a message that the key
is restricted.
MyKeyis successfully programmed. Make sure you label it so you can
distinguish it from the admin keys.Note:To program the optional
settings go to Step 2 in theProgramming MyKeyoptional settings
section. If your vehicle is equipped with remote start, see theUsing
MyKeywith remote start systemssection.
Note:All MyKeyscan be cleared within the same key cycle that it was
created, otherwise an admin key is required to clear the MyKey
programming. To clear all MyKeysgo to Step 2 in theClear MyKey
section.
Programming MyKeyoptional settings
Turn the ignition on using an admin key. To program the optional
settings, use the message center buttons to do the following:
1. Get into main menu, select SETTINGS then MYKEY by pressing the
OK button or the right arrow button.
2. Use the up and down arrow buttons to get to any optional feature.
3. Press the right arrow button to bring up settings of each item.
4. Press OK button or right arrow button to make your choice.
Clear MyKey
To reset all MyKeysas admin keys do the following:
1. At the main menu screen select SETTINGS then MYKEY by pressing
OK or the right arrow key.
2. Press the down arrow key to get to CLEAR MYKEYS.
3. Hold OK until you see ALL MYKEYS CLEARED.
Check MyKeysystem status
The vehicle’s message center information menu will provide the status of
the following MyKeyparameters:
•MYKEY MILES (km) — This odometer only tracks distance when a
MyKeyis used. If distance does not accumulate as expected, then
the MyKeyis not being used by the intended user. The only way to
reset this odometer to zero is by clearing MyKey. If this odometer is
lower than the last time you checked, then the MyKeysystem has
been recently cleared.
•# MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED — Indicates how many MyKeysare
programmed to the vehicle. Can be used to detect deletion of a
MyKey.
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•# ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED — Indicates how many admin keys
are programmed to the vehicle. Can be used to detect if an additional
spare key has been programmed to the vehicle.
Refer toMessage centerin theInstrument Clusterchapter for MyKey
system warnings displays.
Using MyKeywith remote start systems
MyKeyis not compatible with non Ford-approved aftermarket remote
start systems. If you choose to install a remote start system please see
your authorized dealer for a Ford-approved remote start system.
The following information MAY help customers who choose to use a non
Ford-approved remote start system. The actions proved below do NOT
make MyKeycompatible with non Ford-approved remote start system,
but it MAY help you to retain some MyKeyfunctions.
Vehicles equipped with an intelligent access key (push button
start)
•It is not possible to program any remote start system as MyKeyon
vehicles equipped with intelligent access key (push button start).
Therefore, you should treat the remote start fob as you would any
other admin key. When the vehicle is started using remote start, the
system will stall the engine when you either enter the vehicle or shift
the vehicle into gear. Prior to the engine stall, the vehicle will have
administrative privileges. When you restart the engine, the vehicle will
identify the user as an admin or MyKeydrive depending on the
settings of the actual key used to start the vehicle.
Note:For all vehicles, the number of MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED or
ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED that is displayed in the MyKeysystem
status menus will include the non Ford-approved remote start system as
an additional key in the total count. See theCheck MyKeysystem
statussection.
Note:For all vehicles with a non Ford-approved remote start installed, it
is possible to program all ’real’ keys as MyKeys, in which case, you will
need to use your remote start system to reset all MyKeysas admin keys
by doing the following:
1. Enter the vehicle, close all doors.
2. Remote start the vehicle using your non Ford-approved remote start
fob.
3. Follow Steps 1-4 in theClear MyKeysection.
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Troubleshooting
Condition Potential Causes
Can’t create a
MyKey•Key in backup slot is the last remaining admin
key (there always has to be at least one admin key).
•Key in backup slot is a MyKey.
•Key is not in the backup slot.
•SecuriLockpassive anti-theft system is disabled
or in unlimited mode.
•Vehicle has been started using a non
Ford-approved remote start system that is
programmed as MyKey. Refer toUsing MyKey
with remote start systemssection.
Cannot program
the MyKey
optional settings•Key in backup slot is a MyKey.
•No MyKeysare programmed to the vehicle.
Refer toCreate a MyKeysection.
•Vehicle has been started using a non
Ford-approved remote start system that is
programmed as MyKey. Refer toUsing MyKey
with remote start systemssection.
Cannot clear
MyKey•No MyKeysare programmed to the vehicle.
Refer toCreate a MyKeysection.
•Vehicle has been started using a non
Ford-approved remote start system that is
programmed as MyKey. Refer toUsing MyKey
with remote start systemssection.
Lost the only
admin key•Purchase a new key from your authorized dealer.
Lost any key•For programming spare keys, refer to the
Programming spare keyssection in this chapter.
I accidentally
programmed all
keys as MyKeys•Vehicle has a non Ford-approved remote start
system that is recognized as an admin key. Refer to
theUsing MyKeywith remote start systems
section to reset all MyKeysas admin keys.
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Condition Potential Causes
No MyKey
function•An admin intelligent access key is present.
•No MyKeysare programmed to the vehicle.
Refer toCreate a MyKeysection.
•Vehicle has been started using a non
Ford-approved remote start system (as an admin
key) then a MyKeyis inserted without restarting
the engine.
MyKey
programmed
total includes
one additional
key•Unknown key has been programmed to the
vehicle as a MyKey.
•Vehicle is equipped with a non Ford-approved
remote start system. Refer toUsing MyKeywith
remote start systemssection.
Admin keys
programmed
total includes
one additional
key•Unknown key has been programmed to the
vehicle as admin key.
•Vehicle is equipped with a non Ford-approved
remote start system. Refer toUsing MyKeywith
remote start systemssection.
MyKeydistance
does not
accumulate•MyKeyis not being used by the intended user.
•MyKeysystem has been recently cleared.
•Vehicles has been remote started using a non
Ford-approved remote start system (as if an admin
key) then a MyKeyis inserted without recycling
the MyKeyin ignition.
POWER DOOR LOCKS
•Press the
control to unlock all
doors.
•Press the
control to lock all
doors.
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