light LINCOLN CONTINENTAL 2017 Owner's Guide

Fuel Gauge.
E
Left Information Group.
F
Audio Status Bar
Displays information related to the current
audio source.
Time and Temperature Status Bar
Displays time, temperature and navigation
related information.
Left/Right Information Group
Information that appears in the left and right
information group varies depending on
current gauge, on-demand and HUD (if
equipped) settings. See General
Information (page 110).
Fuel Gauge
Note: The fuel gauge may vary slightly when
your vehicle is moving or on a gradient. Switch the ignition on. The fuel gauge
indicates approximately how much fuel is left
in the fuel tank. The arrow adjacent to the
fuel pump symbol indicates on which side of
your vehicle the fuel filler door is located.
The gauge is divided into four segments and
moves towards F when you refuel your
vehicle. The gauge fill color changes to
yellow in low fuel conditions and to red in
empty conditions. If the gauge fill color is red
after adding fuel, this indicates your vehicle
needs service soon.
After refueling some variability in gauge
position is normal:
•
It may take a short time for the gauge to
reach full after leaving the gas station.
This is normal and depends upon the
slope of pavement at the gas station.
• The fuel amount dispensed into the tank
is a little less or more than the gauge
indicated. This is normal and depends
upon the slope of pavement at the gas
station. •
If the gas station nozzle shuts off before
the tank is full, try a different gas pump
nozzle.
• There is a small reserve left in the tank
when the fuel gauge reaches empty.
Low Fuel Reminder
Note: The low fuel reminder can appear at
different fuel gauge positions depending on
fuel economy conditions. This variation is
normal.
A low fuel reminder triggers when the
distance to empty reaches 50 mph (80 km/h),
25 mph (40 km/h)
and 10 mph (16 km/h) to
empty.
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WARNING LAMPS AND
INDICATORS
The following warning lamps and indicators
alert you to a vehicle condition that may
become serious. Some lamps illuminate
when you start your vehicle to make sure
they work. If any lamps remain on after
starting your vehicle, refer to the respective
system warning lamp for further information.
Note:
Some warning indicators appear in
the information display and function the
same as a warning lamp, but do not display
when you start your vehicle.
Adaptive Cruise Control (If Equipped) The speed control system indicator
light changes color to indicate
what mode the system is in:
See
Using Adaptive Cruise Control (page 230).
On (white light): Illuminates when the
adaptive cruise control system is turned on.
Turns off when the speed control system is
turned off. Engaged (green light): Illuminates when the
adaptive cruise control system is engaged.
Turns off when the speed control system is
disengaged.
Adaptive Steering
(If Equipped)
The adaptive steering system
indicator illuminates if the system
detects a fault during the
continuous diagnostic checks.
Adaptive Steering Initialization (yellow,
flashing): The adaptive steering system
detects a difference between steering wheel
angle and the desired road wheel angle. The
steering wheel adjusts itself to correct this
difference. This adjustment is part of normal
system operation.
Adaptive Steering Off (yellow, solid): The
adaptive steering system is off. It is possible
that the steering wheel may not be straight
when you drive straight ahead. If this
message persists, see an authorized dealer. Adaptive Steering Loss (red, solid): The
adaptive steering system integrity cannot be
verified. Do not drive the vehicle and contact
an authorized dealer immediately.
See
Steering (page 251).
Anti-Lock Braking System If it illuminates when you are
driving, this indicates a
malfunction. You continue to have
the normal braking system (without ABS)
unless the brake system warning lamp is also
illuminated. Have the system checked by
your authorized dealer.
Autohold Active Illuminates when the system holds
your vehicle stationary.
Autohold Unavailable Illuminates when the system is on,
but unavailable to hold your
vehicle stationary.
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Engine Coolant Temperature
Illuminates when the engine
coolant temperature is high. Stop
the vehicle as soon as possible,
switch off the engine and let cool. See
Engine Coolant Check (page 314).
Engine Oil If it illuminates with the engine
running or when you are driving,
this indicates a malfunction. Stop
your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so
and switch the engine off. Check the engine
oil level.
See Engine Oil Check (page 312).
Note: Do not resume your journey if it
illuminates despite the level being correct.
Have the system checked by your authorized
dealer immediately.
Fasten Seatbelt Illuminates and a chime sounds to
remind you to fasten your seatbelt.
See
Seatbelt Reminder (page 40).Front Airbag If it fails to illuminate when you
start your vehicle, continues to
flash or remains on, it indicates a
malfunction. Have the system checked by
your authorized dealer.
Head Up Display
(If Equipped) A red beam of lights illuminates on
the windshield in certain instances
when using adaptive cruise control
or the collision warning system. It also
illuminates momentarily when you start your
vehicle to make sure the display works.
High Beam Illuminates when you switch the
high beam headlamps on. It flashes
when you use the headlamp
flasher. Hood Ajar Displays when the ignition is on
and the hood is not completely
closed.
Low Fuel Level Illuminates when the fuel level is
low or the fuel tank is nearly
empty. Refuel as soon as possible.
Low Tire Pressure Warning Illuminates when your tire pressure
is low. If the lamp remains on with
the engine running or when
driving, check your tire pressure as soon as
possible.
It also illuminates momentarily when you
switch the ignition on to confirm the lamp is
functional. If it does not illuminate when you
switch the ignition on, or begins to flash at
any time, have the system checked by your
authorized dealer.
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Low Beam Malfunction Warning Lamp
(If Equipped)
It illuminates when there is a
malfunction with the low beam
headlamp bulb.
Low Washer Fluid Illuminates when the windshield
washer fluid is low.
Parking Lamps Illuminates when you switch the
parking lamps on.
Powertrain Fault Illuminates when a powertrain or
an AWD fault has been detected.
Contact your authorized dealer as
soon as possible. Service Engine Soon If the service engine soon indicator
light stays illuminated after the
engine is started, it indicates that
the On Board Diagnostics system (OBD) has
detected a malfunction of the vehicle
emissions control system. Refer to On board
diagnostics (OBD) in the Fuel and Refueling
chapter for more information about having
your vehicle serviced. See Emission Control
System (page 183).
If the light is blinking, engine misfire is
occurring which could damage your catalytic
converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid
heavy acceleration and deceleration) and
have your vehicle serviced immediately. WARNING
Under engine misfire conditions,
excessive exhaust temperatures could
damage the catalytic converter, the fuel
system, interior floor coverings or other
vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.
Have an authorized dealer service your
vehicle immediately. The service engine soon indicator light
illuminates when the ignition is first turned
on prior to engine start to check the bulb and
to indicate whether the vehicle is ready for
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing.
Normally, the service engine soon light stays
on until you crank the engine, then turns
itself off if no malfunctions are present.
However, if after 15 seconds the service
engine soon light blinks eight times, it means
that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing.
See Emission Control System (page 183).
Stability Control It flashes when the system is
active. If it remains illuminated or
does not illuminate when you
switch the ignition on, this indicates a
malfunction. During a malfunction the system
switches off. Have the system checked by
your authorized dealer immediately.
See
Using Stability Control (page 210).
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GENERAL INFORMATION
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 hand-held 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. You can control various systems on your
vehicle using the quick action menu (QAM)
buttons on the right-hand side of the steering
wheel. The information display provides the
corresponding information.
Note:
Some options may appear slightly
different or not at all if the items are optional. Note:
Some MyKey menu options only
appear if MyKey is enabled and at least one
MyKey is programmed.
Note: Speedometer, driving aid information,
and distance to empty information (if
enabled) moves to the left information group
when a menu is opened. This icon gives you the ability to
switch a feature on or off. A check
in the box indicates the feature is
enabled, and unchecked indicates the
feature is disabled.
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Information Display Controls
Back button.
A
Toggle up.
B
OK button.
C
Toggle down.
D
Phone button.
E
Audio button.
F
Navigation button.
G
Settings button.
H
Display button.
I
Note: The DISP button is replaced with a
HUD button on vehicles equipped with a
head up display (HUD). See Head Up
Display (page 137).
• Press the QAM button to enter the menu.
• Toggle
(B) and (D) to scroll through and
highlight the options within a menu.
• Press
(C) to enter a sub-menu.
• Press
(A) to exit a menu. •
Press the open menu's QAM button at
any time to close the menu (escape
button).
• Press
(C) to choose and confirm settings
or messages.
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Settings
Speedometer km/h
Speedometer MPH Select Your Setting
Alarm
Vehicle
Advanced Settings
Ask on Exit
Auto Engine Off
Autofold Mirrors
Easy Entry/Exit Auto Highbeam
Lighting
Select Your Setting
Autolamp
Delay
Daytime Lights
Welcome Lighting
Auto Unlock
Locks
Audible
Feedback
Exterior Lights
Mislock
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AWD
Action
Message
When you install the compact spare tire and operate the vehicle, the system automatically disablesto protect itself and displays this message. This also occurs if the system is overheating or if
there is an issue with another vehicle system preventing AWD operation. \
To clear this message
and return the system to normal function, switch the ignition on and off\
, then drive a short distance
with the road tire re-installed. If this does not clear the message, contact your authorized dealer to resolve any further issues.
AWD OFF
Displays in conjunction with the powertrain malfunction or reduced power\
light when the systemis not operating properly. If the message stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
AWD Malfunction Service Required
The AWD system will resume normal function and clear this message after \
driving a short distancewith the road tire re-installed or after the system is allowed to cool.
AWD Restored
Displayed when the AWD system has been temporarily disabled to protect i\
tself from overheating.
AWD Temporarily Disabled
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Maintaining Your Head Up Display
•
Do not place objects onto the transparent
cover, as they may block you from seeing
portions of the image. These objects
could also damage the cover and affect
the quality of the projected image.
• The system uses a special windshield
designed to provide the optimum image
quality. You must replace the windshield
in a vehicle with this system with a
certified original equipment
manufactured (OEM) head up display
windshield. Replacing this system's
windshield with a non-head up display
windshield causes a double image or
distorted image. Have an authorized
dealer or authorized repair facility replace
the windshield.
• Direct light from oncoming headlamps or
a sunrise or sunset can affect the driver's
ability to see the HUD image.
• Clean the windshield often for optimal
HUD performance. See Cleaning the
Instrument Panel and Instrument
Cluster Lens
(page 336).
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SITTING IN THE CORRECT
POSITION
WARNINGS
Sitting improperly, out of position or
with the seatback reclined too far can
take weight off the seat cushion and affect
the decision of the passenger sensing
system, resulting in serious injury or death
in the event of a crash. Always sit upright
against your seat back, with your feet on the
floor. Do not recline the seatback as this can
cause the occupant to slide under the
safety belt, resulting in serious injury in the
event of a crash. Do not place objects higher than the
seatback to reduce the risk of serious
injury in the event of a crash or during heavy
braking. When you use them properly, the seat, head
restraint, safety belt and airbags will provide
optimum protection in the event of a crash.
We recommend that you follow these
guidelines:
•
Sit in an upright position with the base of
your spine as far back as possible.
• Do not recline the seatback more than
30 degrees.
• Adjust the head restraint so that the top
of it is level with the top of your head and
as far forward as possible. Make sure that
you remain comfortable. •
Keep sufficient distance between
yourself and the steering wheel. We
recommend a minimum of 10 in (25 cm)
between your breastbone and the airbag
cover.
• Hold the steering wheel with your arms
slightly bent.
• Bend your legs slightly so that you can
press the pedals fully.
• Position the shoulder strap of the safety
belt over the center of your shoulder and
position the lap strap tightly across your
hips.
Make sure that your driving position is
comfortable and that you can maintain full
control of your vehicle.
HEAD RESTRAINTS WARNINGS
Fully adjust the head restraint before
you sit in or operate your vehicle. This
will help minimize the risk of neck injury in
the event of a crash. Do not adjust the head
restraint when your vehicle is moving.
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