heater LINCOLN MKZ HYBRID 2015 Owners Manual

Starting and Stopping the
Engine
General Information......................................163
Keyless Starting.............................................163
Starting a Gasoline Engine.........................164
Engine Block Heater....................................166
Unique Driving Characteristics
Hybrid Electric Vehicle.................................168
Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions........................................174
Fuel Quality.....................................................175
Running Out of Fuel
......................................175
Refueling..........................................................178
Fuel Consumption
.........................................180
Emission Control System
.............................181
High Voltage Battery
General Information
......................................184
High Voltage Battery Cut-Off Switch.......185 Transmission
Automatic Transmission
...............................187
Brakes
General Information
......................................192
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes..........................................................193
Electric Parking Brake..................................193
Hill Start Assist...............................................195
Traction Control
Principle of Operation..................................197
Using Traction Control.................................197
Stability Control
Principle of Operation
..................................199
Using Stability Control
................................200
Parking Aids
Parking Aid.....................................................201
Active Park Assist.........................................203
Rear View Camera.......................................208 Cruise Control
Principle of Operation..................................212
Using Cruise Control....................................212
Using Adaptive Cruise Control..................213
Driving Aids
Driver Alert
......................................................221
Lane Keeping System.................................222
Blind Spot Information System.................227
Steering..........................................................232
Collision Warning System..........................233
Drive Control
.................................................236
Load Carrying
Load Limit
.......................................................238
Towing
Towing a Trailer
.............................................247
Transporting the Vehicle.............................247
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels.......248
Driving Hints
Breaking-In.....................................................249
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Settings
—
On or Off
Auto Engine Off
Vehicle
—
On or Off
Easy Entry / Exit
Right or Left Hand Traffic
Traffic Set Up
Adaptive Hdlamps
Lighting
On or Off
Auto Highbeam
On or Off
Daytime Lights
Select time interval
Autolamp Delay
On or Off
Autolock
Locks
On or Off
Autounlock
On or Off
Mislock
All doors or Driver door
Remote Unlocking
Hold OK to Initialize
Neutral Tow
Set to XXX % - Hold
OK to Reset
Oil Life Reset
Enable or Disable Switch
Power Decklid
Auto or Last Settings
Heater – A/C
Climate Control
Remote Start
Auto or Off
Steering Wheel
Auto or Off
Front Defrost
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Do not do the following:
•
Place heavy objects on the seat.
• Operate the heated seat if water or any
other liquid is spilled on the seat. Allow
the seat to dry thoroughly.
• Operate the heated seats unless the
engine is running. Doing so can cause
the battery to lose charge. Touch the heated seat symbol to cycle
through the various heat settings and off.
Warmer settings are indicated by more
indicator lights. Rear Heated Seats (If Equipped) WARNING
Persons who are unable to feel pain to
the skin because of advanced age,
chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury,
medication, alcohol use, exhaustion, or other
physical conditions, must exercise care when
using the seat heater. The seat heater may
cause burns even at low temperatures,
especially if used for long periods of time.
Do not place anything on the seat that
insulates against heat, such as a blanket or
cushion, because this may cause the seat
heater to overheat. Do not puncture the seat
with pins, needles, or other pointed objects
because this may damage the heating
element which may cause the seat heater to
overheat. An overheated seat may cause
serious personal injury. Note:
Do not do the following:
• Place heavy objects on the seat.
• Operate the seat heater if water or any
other liquid is spilled on the seat. Allow
the seat to dry thoroughly. The rear seat heat controls are located on
the rear of the center console.
The heated seats only operate when the
ignition is on.
•
Press the heated seat symbol to cycle
through the various heat settings and off.
Warmer settings are indicated by more
indicator lights.
• Press again to deactivate.
The heated seat module resets at every
ignition run cycle. While the ignition is on,
press the high or low heated seat switch to
enable heating mode. When activated, they
will turn off automatically when you turn the
engine off.
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Switching Off the Vehicle When It Is
Stationary
1. Put the transmission in position P.
2. Press the button once.
3. Apply the parking brake.
Note: This switches off the ignition, all
electrical circuits, warning lamps and
indicators.
Note: If the engine is idling for 30 minutes,
the ignition and engine automatically shut
down.
Switching Off the Vehicle When It Is
Moving WARNING
Switching off the engine when the
vehicle is still moving will result in a
loss of brake and steering assistance. The
steering will not lock, but higher effort will
be required. When the ignition is switched
off, some electrical circuits, warning lamps
and indicators may also be off. 1. Put the transmission in position
N and
use the brakes to bring your vehicle to a
safe stop.
2. When your vehicle has stopped, put the transmission in position
P.
3. Press and hold the button for one second, or press it three times within two
seconds.
4. Apply the parking brake.
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes WARNING
If you smell exhaust fumes inside your
vehicle, have your vehicle checked by
your authorized dealer immediately. Do not
drive your vehicle if you smell exhaust fumes.
Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust
fumes. Take precautions to avoid its
dangerous effects. Important Ventilating Information
If you stop your vehicle and the leave the
engine idling for long periods of time, we
recommend that you do one of the following:•
Open the windows at least 1 inch (2.5
centimeters)
• Set your climate control to outside air.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (If Equipped) WARNINGS
Failure to follow engine block heater
instructions could result in property
damage or serious personal injury. Do not use your heater with
ungrounded electrical systems or
two-pronged adapters. There is a risk of
electrical shock. Note:
The heater is most effective when
outdoor temperatures are below 0°F (-18°C).
The heater acts as a starting aid by warming
the engine coolant. This allows the climate
control system to respond quickly. The
equipment includes a heater element
(installed in the engine block) and a wire
harness. You can connect the system to a
grounded 120-volt AC electrical source.
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We recommend that you do the following for
a safe and correct operation:
•
Use a 16-gauge outdoor extension cord
that is product certified by Underwriter’ s
Laboratory (UL) or Canadian Standards
Association (CSA). This extension cord
must be suitable for use outdoors, in cold
temperatures, and be clearly marked
Suitable for Use with Outdoor
Appliances. Do not use an indoor
extension cord outdoors. This could
result in an electric shock or become a
fire hazard.
• Use as short an extension cord as
possible.
• Do not use multiple extension cords.
• Make sure that when in operation, the
extension cord plug and heater cord plug
connections are free and clear of water.
This could cause an electric shock or fire.
• Make sure your vehicle is parked in a
clean area, clear of combustibles.
• Make sure the heater, heater cord and
extension cord are firmly connected. •
Check for heat anywhere in the electrical
hookup once the system has been
operating for approximately 30 minutes.
• Make sure the system is unplugged and
properly stowed before driving your
vehicle. Make sure the protective cover
seals the prongs of the block heater cord
plug when not in use.
• Make sure the heater system is checked
for proper operation before winter.
Using the Engine Block Heater
Make sure the receptacle terminals are clean
and dry prior to use. Clean them with a dry
cloth if necessary.
The heater uses 0.4 to 1.0 kilowatt-hours of
energy per hour of use. The system does not
have a thermostat. It achieves maximum
temperature after approximately three hours
of operation. Using the heater longer than
three hours does not improve system
performance and unnecessarily uses
electricity.
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Note:
When you try to restart your vehicle
after a fuel shutoff, the vehicle makes sure
that the electrical system is safe to restart.
Once your vehicle determines that the
electrical system is safe, then the vehicle will
allow you to restart.
Note: In the event that your vehicle does not
restart after your third attempt, contact an
authorized dealer.
JUMP STARTING THE VEHICLE WARNINGS
The gases around the battery can
explode if exposed to flames, sparks,
or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in
injury or vehicle damage. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which
can burn skin, eyes and clothing, if
contacted. Do not attempt to push-start your automatic
transmission vehicle. Automatic
transmissions do not have push-start
capability. Attempting to push-start a vehicle
with an automatic transmission may cause
transmission damage.
Preparing Your Vehicle
Note:
Use only a 12-volt supply to start your
vehicle.
Note: Do not disconnect the battery of the
disabled vehicle as this could damage the
vehicle's electrical system.
1. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle making sure
the two vehicles do not touch. Set the
parking brake on both vehicles and stay
clear of the engine cooling fan and other
moving parts. 2. Check all battery terminals and remove
any excessive corrosion before you
attach the battery cables. Ensure that
vent caps are tight and level.
3. Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect from any electrical surges. Turn
all other accessories off.
Connecting the Jumper Cables
Your vehicle has two battery prongs that are
accessible from under the hood, even though
the actual battery is located in the trunk. Your
vehicle can be jumped the same way
conventional vehicles can be using these
prongs. The illustration below shows the two
connector prongs used for jump-starting your
vehicle.
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1
The battery-to-motor flow includes battery
power the vehicle is using for acceleration.
It does not include energy the vehicle is
using for accessories (such as air
conditioning, headlights and radio). This
screen displays accessories and climate
usage separately. 2
Accessories indicates electrical power
demands from your vehicle ’s accessory
systems. Accessories use power but do not
contribute to making the vehicle move. The
power flow displays power usage from the
climate control system and other accessories
separately. 3
The climate control system may determine
A/C is necessary even when you turn it off.
In this case, you may see some climate
power when the A/C is off. Engine On due to
The engine is on because of the heater setting. Reduce or turn off
the heater setting to return to electric mode.
Heater Setting
The engine is on because the vehicle speed exceeds the level for
electric mode operation. Reduce the speed to return to electric mode.
High Speed
The engine is on when applying pressure to the accelerator pedal or
switching on the speed control. Reduce pressure on the accelerator
pedal or switch off the speed control to return to full electric mode.
Acceleration
The engine is on because the vehicle is in neutral gear. Shift out of
neutral gear to return to electric mode.
Neutral Gear
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Sirius Travel Link (If Equipped)
WARNING
Driving while distracted can result in
loss of vehicle control, crash and injury.
We strongly recommend that you use
extreme caution when using any device that
may take your focus off the road. Your
primary responsibility is the safe operation
of your vehicle. We recommend against the
use of any handheld device while driving and
encourage the use of voice-operated
systems when possible. Make sure you are
aware of all applicable local laws that may
affect the use of electronic devices while
driving. Note:
In order to use Sirius Travel Link, your
vehicle must be equipped with navigation
and your navigation SD card must be in the
SD card slot.
Note: A paid subscription is required to
access and use these features. Go to
www.siriusxm.com/travellink for more
information. Note:
Visit www.siriusxm.com/traffic# and
click on Coverage map and details for a
complete listing of all traffic areas covered
by Sirius Travel Link.
Note: Neither Sirius nor Ford is responsible
for any errors or inaccuracies in the Sirius
Travel Link services or its use in vehicles.
When you subscribe to Sirius Travel Link, it
can help you locate the best gas prices, find
movie listings, get current traffic alerts, view
the current weather map, get accurate ski
conditions and see scores to current sports
games. If your vehicle is equipped with
Navigation, touch the i
(Information) button to access
these features. If your vehicle is not
equipped with Navigation, touch the corner
of the touchscreen with the green tab.
Traffic On Route and Traffic Nearby
Touch these buttons to identify traffic
incidents on your route, nearby your vehicle ’s
current location or near any of your favorite
places, if programmed. Fuel Prices
Touch this button to view fuel prices at
stations close to your vehicle
’s location or
on an active navigation route.
Movie Listings
Touch this button to view nearby movie
theaters and their show times, if available.
Weather
Touch this button to view the nearby
weather, current weather, or the five day
forecast for the chosen area. Select
Map to
see the weather map, which can show
storms, radar information, charts and winds.
Select Area to select from a listing of weather
locations.
Sports Info
Touch this button to view scores and
schedules from a variety of sports. You can
also save up to 10 favorite teams for easier
access. The score automatically refreshes
when a game is in progress.
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Check every six months
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag and safety belt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
Multi-point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right,
it is important to have the systems on your
vehicle checked regularly. This can help
identify potential issues and prevent major
problems. We recommend having the
following multi-point inspection performed
at every scheduled maintenance interval to
help make sure your vehicle keeps running
great. Multi-point inspection
Hazard warning system operation
Accessory drive belt(s)
Horn operation
Battery performance
Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hoses
Engine air filter
Suspension components for leaks or damage
Exhaust system
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Daytime Running Lamps...............................87
Type 1 - Conventional
(Non-Configurable)...........................................87
Type 2 - Configurable..........................................88
Direction Indicators
........................................90
Drive Control.................................................236
LINCOLN DRIVE CONTROL............................236
Driver Alert
......................................................221
Using Driver Alert................................................221
Driver and Passenger Airbags....................44 Children and Airbags...........................................45
Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating
Adjustment.........................................................45
Driver and Passenger Knee Airbags.........49
Driving Aids
....................................................221
Driving Hints..................................................249
Driving Through Water...............................249
DRL See: Daytime Running Lamps............................87
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Economical Driving......................................249 Electric Parking Brake..................................193
Applying the electric parking brake...............
193
Applying the electric parking brake when the vehicle is moving............................................194
Battery With No Charge....................................195
Releasing the electric parking brake.............194
Electric Vehicle Information
........................414
Power......................................................................415
Emission Control System
.............................181
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)........................182
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M)
Testing...............................................................182
End User License Agreement...................447 SYNC End User License Agreement
(EULA)................................................................447
Engine Block Heater....................................166 Using the Engine Block Heater.......................167 Engine Coolant Check................................289
Adding Coolant...................................................290
Adding Engine Coolant.....................................291
Adding Inverter System Controller
Coolant.............................................................292
Checking the Engine Coolant.........................289
Checking the Inverter System Controller Coolant.............................................................290
Engine Coolant and Inverter System Controller Coolant.........................................289
Recycled Engine Coolant.................................292
Severe Climates.................................................292
What You Should Know About Fail-Safe Cooling.............................................................293
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System........................75
Engine Oil Check.........................................288 Adding Engine Oil..............................................288
Engine Oil Dipstick......................................288
Engine Specifications
..................................346
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