key LINCOLN CONTINENTAL 2018 Owner's Guide

GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING: Driving while distractedcan result in loss of vehicle control, crashand injury. We strongly recommend that youuse extreme caution when using any devicethat may take your focus off the road. Yourprimary responsibility is the safe operationof your vehicle. We recommend against theuse of any hand-held device while drivingand encourage the use of voice-operatedsystems when possible. Make sure you areaware of all applicable local laws that mayaffect the use of electronic devices whiledriving.
You can control various systems on yourvehicle using the quick action menu (QAM)buttons on the right-hand side of the steeringwheel. The information display provides thecorresponding information.
Note:Some options may appear slightlydifferent or not at all if the items are optional.
Note:Some MyKey menu options onlyappear if MyKey is enabled and at least oneMyKey is programmed.
Note:Speedometer, driving aid information,and distance to empty information (ifenabled) moves to the left information groupwhen a menu is opened.
This icon gives you the ability toswitch a feature on or off. A checkin the box indicates the feature isenabled, and unchecked indicates thefeature is disabled.
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Settings
Select Your SettingRemoteUnlock
Switch Inhibit
Follow onscreen directions to confirm or modify your settings.Oil Life Reset
Select Your SettingPower Decklid
Select Your SettingClimateControlRemote Start
Seats andWheel
Duration
System
Follow onscreen directions to confirm or modify your settings.Tire Monitor
Remote OpenWindows
Remote Close
Courtesy WipeWipers
Rain Sensing
Follow onscreen directions to confirm or modify your settings.MyKey StatusMyKey
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Settings
Create MyKey
Select Your Setting911 Assist
Do Not Disturb
Traction Control
Max Speed
Speed Minder
Volume Limiter
Follow onscreen directions to confirm or modify your settings.Clear MyKeys
Select Your SettingDistanceDisplay Setup
Temperature
Tire Pressure
Language
Display Options
Note:If your vehicle does not have a headup display, use the DISP button to accessyour Info/Trip/Fuel and Gauges options.
Info/Trip/Fuel On Demand informationappears on the right-hand side of yourinstrument cluster.
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ActionMessage
Indicates that the rear seat interior door release switches and power windows are switched off,preventing rear seat occupants from opening the doors or windows.Child Lock ON
Indicates that the rear seat interior door release switches and power windows are switched on.Child Lock OFF
Displays when the door lock turns off.Door Unlocked
Displays when the door lock is turned on and you attempt to open the door.Doors Locked Unlock Before Opening
Indicates a driver door fault that requires manually opening the door by the override lever.Contact an authorized dealer.Driver Door Fault Use Inside OverrideLever In Map Pocket
Indicates a fault with the electronic door system. Contact an authorized dealer.Door Fault Service Required
Displays the factory keypad code after the keypad has been reset. See Keyless Entry (page78).Factory Keypad Code {X X X X X}
Driver Alert
ActionMessage
Stop and rest as soon as it is safe to do so.Driver Alert Warning Rest Now
Take a rest soon.Driver Alert Warning Rest Suggested
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Fuel
ActionMessage
An early reminder of a low fuel condition.Fuel Level Low
The fuel fill inlet may not be properly closed.Check Fuel Fill Inlet
Hill Start Assist
ActionMessage
Displays when hill start assist is not available. Contact your authorized dealer. See Hill StartAssist (page 213).Hill Start Assist Not Available
Keys and Intelligent Access
ActionMessage
A reminder to press the brake while starting your vehicle.To START Press Brake
The key is not detected by the system. See Keyless Starting (page 178).No Key Detected
The Start Stop button is pressed to shut off the engine and an Intelligent Access key is notdetected inside your vehicle.Restart Now or Key is Needed
Your vehicle is in the accessory ignition state.Full Accessory Power Active
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ActionMessage
There is a problem with your vehicle’s starting system. See an authorized dealer for service.Starting System Fault
During spare key programming, an intelligent access key is programmed to the system.Key Program Successful
During spare key programming, the maximum number of keys have been programmed.Max Number of Keys Learned
Displayed during spare key programming, when an intelligent access key has failed to beprogrammed.Key Program Failure
Displayed during spare key programming when not enough keys have been programmed.Not Enough Keys Learned
Displays when the key battery is low. Change the battery as soon as possible.Key Battery Low Replace Soon
Displays when the vehicle is switched off.Vehicle Switched Off
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MyKey
ActionMessage
MyKey cannot be programmed during key programming.MyKey not Created
When starting your vehicle, a MyKey is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on.Speed Limited to XX MPH/km/h
When a MyKey is in use, the MyKey speed limit is on and your vehicle speed is approaching81 mph (130 km/h).Near Vehicle Top Speed
Displays when MyKey is active.MyKey Active Drive Safely
Displays when MyKey is active.Check Speed Drive Safely
Displays when a MyKey is in use and the MyKey speed limit is reached.Vehicle at Top Speed of MyKey Setting
Displays when a MyKey is in use and Belt-Minder is activated.Buckle Up to Unmute Audio
Displays when a MyKey is in use and AdvanceTrac is activated.AdvanceTrac On - MyKey Setting
Displays when a MyKey is in use and park aid is activated.MyKey Park Aid Cannot be Deactivated
Displayed when the lane keeping aid is on per MyKey settings.Lane Keeping Alert On MyKey Setting
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You can save up to three preset memorypositions. You can save a memory preset atany time.
Recalling a Preset Position
Press and release the preset buttonassociated with your desired driving position.The memory features move to the positionstored for that preset.
Note:You can only recall a preset memoryposition when the ignition is off, or when thetransmission is in park (P) or neutral (N) (andyour vehicle is not moving) if the ignition ison.
You can also recall a preset memory positionby:
•Pressing the unlock button on yourintelligent access key fob if it is linked toa preset position.
•Unlocking the intelligent driver doorhandle if a linked key fob is present.
Note:Using a linked key fob to recall yourmemory position when the ignition is offmoves the seat to the Easy Entry position.
Note:Pressing any active memory featureadjustment control, or any memory buttonduring a memory recall, cancels theoperation.
Linking a Preset Position to yourRemote Control or Intelligent AccessKey Fob
You can save preset memory positions forup to three remote controls or intelligentaccess (IA) keys.
1. With the ignition on, move the memoryfeatures to the desired positions.
2. Press and hold the preset button youdesire for about five seconds. A tonesounds after a few seconds. Continueholding until you hear a second tone.
3. Within three seconds, press the lockbutton on the remote control you arelinking.
To unlink a remote control, follow the sameprocedure – except in step 3, press theunlock button on the remote control.
Note:If more than one linked remote controlor intelligent access key is in range, thememory function moves to the settings ofthe first key to initiate a memory recall.
Easy Entry and Exit Feature
If you enable the easy entry and exit feature,it moves the driver seat position rearward upto 2 in (5 cm) when you switch the ignitionoff.
The driver seat returns to its previousposition when you switch the ignition on.
Note:If you press any adjustment or memorybutton when in easy exit mode, the systemcancels the operation.
You can enable or disable this featurethrough the information display. See GeneralInformation (page 115).
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Seats

GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING: Extended idling at highengine speeds can produce very hightemperatures in the engine and exhaustsystem, creating the risk of fire or otherdamage.
WARNING: Do not park, idle or driveyour vehicle on dry grass or other dry groundcover. The emission system heats up theengine compartment and exhaust system,creating the risk of fire.
WARNING: Do not start the engine ina closed garage or in other enclosed areas.Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always openthe garage door before you start the engine.
WARNING: Exhaust leaks may resultin entry of harmful and potentially lethalfumes into the passenger compartment. Ifyou smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle,have your vehicle inspected immediately. Donot drive if you smell exhaust fumes.
If you disconnect the battery, your vehiclemay exhibit some unusual drivingcharacteristics for approximately 5 mi (8 km)after you reconnect it. This is because theengine management system must realignitself with the engine. You can disregard anyunusual driving characteristics during thisperiod.
The powertrain control system meets allCanadian interference-causing equipmentstandard requirements regulating theimpulse electrical field or radio noise.
When you start the engine, avoid pressingthe accelerator pedal before and duringoperation. Only use the accelerator pedalwhen you have difficulty starting the engine.
KEYLESS STARTING
Note:The system may not function if theintelligent access key is close to metalobjects or electronic devices, for examplekeys or a cell phone.
Note:A valid intelligent access key must belocated inside your vehicle to switch theignition on and start your vehicle.
Ignition Modes
The keyless starting system has threemodes:
Off: Turns the ignition off.
•Without applying the brake pedal, pressand release the button once when theignition is in the on mode, or when yourvehicle is running but is not moving.
On: All electrical circuits are operational andthe warning lamps and indicators illuminate.
•Without applying the brake pedal, pressand release the button once.
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Start: Starts your vehicle. The engine maynot start when your vehicle starts.
•Press the brake pedal, and then pressthe button for any length of time. Anindicator light on the button illuminateswhen the ignition is on and when yourvehicle starts.
STARTING A GASOLINE ENGINE
When you start the engine, the idle speedincreases. This helps to warm up the engine.
If the engine idle speed does not slow downby itself, have your vehicle checked as soonas possible.
Note:You can only attempt to start theengine for a limited amount of time beforethe starting system temporarily disables. Ifyou exceed the starting time limit, a messagemay appear and you cannot attempt to startthe engine for at least 15 minutes.
Before starting your vehicle, check thefollowing:
•Make sure all occupants have fastenedtheir seatbelts.
•Make sure the headlamps and electricalaccessories are off.
•Make sure the parking brake is on.
•Make sure the transmission is in park (P).
Starting Your Vehicle
Note:Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1. Press the brake pedal.
2. Press the push button ignition switch.
Failure to Start
The system does not function if:
•The passive key frequencies are jammed.
•The key battery has no charge.
If you are unable to start your vehicle, do thefollowing:
1. Remove the key blade from thetransmitter.
2. Open the floor console storagecompartment lid.
3. Insert the passive key into the backupslot.
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