ESP LINCOLN MKZ 2008 Quick Reference Guide

Sleek. Dynamic. Stylish. The Lincoln MKZ awaits you. From the luxurious
amenities to the quiet interior, Lincoln’s classic touch ensures that every drive is a
unique and comforting one. Experience your own sanctuary as the spirited engine
carries you effortlessly through the next curve, the MP3 sound system sets the
pace with your favorite music, and the luxurious leather seats enfold you. You may
never want to leave.
Take a few minutes to use this Quick Reference Guide to acquaint you with any
of the features you’ll use most. For more detailed information, refer to your
Owner’s Guide.
Use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take your
attention off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the
vehicle. Only use non-essential features and devices when it is safe to do so.
and have your vehicle
serviced immediately by an
authorized dealer.
.10 Airbag Readiness Light
The Airbag Readiness light
illuminates briefly when
the ignition is turned on.
If this light
remains on
or continues
to flash after
the engine
is started, have the system
serviced immediately by your
authorized dealer. A chime
will sound if a malfunction in
the supplemental restraint
system is detected as well.
.11 Anti-Lock Brake
System (ABS)
The ABS light illuminates
briefly when
the ignition is
turned on. If
the ABS light
remains on
or flashes after the engine
is started, have the system
serviced immediately by your
authorized dealer. Normal
braking (less ABS) will still be
functional unless the brake
system warning light is also
illuminated. Note: It is normal
to feel a pedal pulsation or
hear a slight noise when the
ABS system is activated.
.12 Brake System
Warning Light
The brake system warning
light illuminates briefly when
the ignition is turned on.
This light will
remain on
when the
parking brake
is applied and
the ignition is on. If this light
remains on after releasing the
parking brake, this indicates
a low brake fluid level or a
brake system malfunction.
Have the brake system
inspected immediately by an
authorized dealer.
.13 Check Fuel Cap Light
This icon
illuminates
when the
fuel cap
may not be
properly installed. If you
continue to drive with this
light illuminated, the Service
Engine Soon indicator light
may come on.
HomeLink® (if equipped)
Located on the driver’s visor,
the HomeLink Wireless Control
System is a convenient way to
replace up to three hand-held
transmitters with a single built-in
device. This system learns the
radio frequency codes of most transmitters to operate garage

doors, entry gates, security
systems, entry door locks, and
home or office lighting. Refer
to the Driver Controls chapter
in your Owner’s Guide for
more information including
programming instructions.
Auxiliary Power Point
The auxiliary power point
is located in the utility
compartment
in the center
console. Note:
Do not use
the power
point over the capacity of
12VDC/180W.
USB PORT (if equipped)
Your vehicle may be
equipped with a USB port
inside your center console.
This feature allows you
to plug in media playing
devices, memory sticks, and
also to charge devices. For
more detailed information,
please refer to the SYNC™
supplement.
Glove Box CD Storage
Your vehicle is
equipped with
a special area
for your CD
storage. It is
located inside the glove box,
to the right of the main bin.
Cockpit
Quick Reference Guide .1

Headlamps, Fog Lamps
and Panel Dimmer Control
Turn the control one position
to the right to
turn on the
parking lamps, instrument
panel lamps,
license plate
lamps and tail
lamps. Turn
the control
to the second position on
the right
to turn on the
headlamps. Turn the control
one position to the left

to activate the autolamp
feature, which automatically
turns the exterior lamps on
and off, based on available
daylight. The system also
keeps the lights on for a short
time after the ignition switch
is turned to the LOCK (OFF)
position. Pull the control out
to activate the fog lamps. The
fog lamp indicator light
will
illuminate. The fog lamps will
not operate when the control
is turned off
or when the
high beams are on. Use the
panel dimmer control to
adjust the level of brightness
on the instrument panel
during parking lamp and
headlamp operation. Move
the control to the full upright
position, past the detent, to
turn on the interior lamps.
.2 Steering Wheel Controls
Your steering wheel controls
allow you to set and adjust
vehicle speed, as well as make
adjustments in your audio
system. To set the speed
control, press and release
ON. Accelerate to the desired
speed. Press
and release
SET (+). The
speed control
indicator
light
will illuminate in the
cluster. Remove your foot from
the accelerator. Once set, press
and release SET (-) or (+) to
decrease or increase the speed
in small increments. Or, press
and hold until you reach the
desired speed. To disengage
speed control but not erase
the previous set speed, tap the
brake pedal. To disengage and
erase the speed, press OFF.
Press – VOL + to decrease/
increase audio volume.
Press
to access the
previous/next preset radio
station or CD track.
Press MEDIA to select AM, FM1,
FM2, CD, LINE IN (auxiliary
input jack), SAT1, SAT2, SAT3
(satellite radio mode, if equipped)
or SYNC (if equipped).

.3 Tilt/Telescopic
Steering Wheel
Push the lever down to unlock
the steering column. Move
the steering
wheel up or
down and in
or out to find
the desired
position. While holding the
steering wheel in place,
pull the lever up to lock the
steering column.
.4 Message Center
The message center
displays important vehicle
information through a
constant monitoring of vehicle
systems. The message
center displays features such
as trip odometer, compass,
distance to empty, average
fuel economy, average speed
and a language selector. The
message center also provides
vehicle system checks and will
notify you of potential vehicle
problems with a display of
system warnings.
INFO – Press to scroll through
the following displays: Trip
Odometer A or B, Distance to
Empty, Average Fuel Economy,
Average Speed, and Trip Elapsed
Drive Time 1 or 2. RESET – Press

to select and
reset functions
shown in the
Info and SetUp Menu.
SETUP – Press to scroll through:
System Check, Units (English/
Metric), Language (current
language to be displayed),
Easy Entry/Exit Seat and
Reverse Sensing System (Park
Assist). For more information,
please see your Owner’s Guide.
.5 In-Dash Clock
Press +
to advance
the time.
Press –
to reverse
the time.
.6 Passenger Airbag Off
Your vehicle has a safety
feature which
automatically
knows when
to engage or
disengage
the passenger airbag.
When the system senses no
weight or light to medium
weight (such as a heavy
binder or suitcase), in the
front passenger seat, the
PASS AIRBAG OFF indicator
lamp (located above the radio) will illuminate,
signifying the passenger
airbag is not engaged.
.7
Traction Control™ Light
This light illuminates when
the Traction
Control
™ is
active. If the
light remains
on, have the
system serviced immediately
by an authorized dealer.
.8 Throttle Control/
Transmission Light
This light illuminates when
a powertrain or AWD fault
has been
detected.
Contact an
authorized
dealer as
soon as possible to have your
vehicle serviced.
.9 Service Engine
Soon Light
The Service Engine Soon light
illuminates
briefly when
the ignition
is turned on.
If it remains
on or is blinking after the
engine is started, the On Board
Diagnostics System (OBD-II)
has detected a malfunction.
Drive in a moderate fashion
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