LINCOLN LS 2006 Owners Manual

Replacing exterior bulbs
Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently.
Using the right bulbs
Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs
must be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America and an
“E” for Europe to assure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern
and safe visibility. The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly
or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn
time.
Function Trade Number
Headlamp low beam H11LL
Headlamp low beam (HID) D2R
Headlamp high beam 9005
Park and turn lamp (front) 3457 A/K (amber)
Side marker lamp (front) LED*
Foglamp 9145
Foglamp (LSE only) H11LL
Tail lamp, brakelamp, side lamp 3157K
Rear turn lamp 3157 A/K (amber)
Backup lamp 921
License plate lamp 168
High-mount brakelamp LED*
Map lamp (with moon roof) 906
Rail lamp (rear) 168
Map lamp (front) 906
Sun visor lighted mirror lamp E9SB-13465-BA
Glove compartment 194
Ashtray 194
Luggage compartment lamp 212-2
All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted.
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer.
* See your dealer or a qualified technician for LED replacement.
Interior bulbs
Check the operation of all bulbs frequently.
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Map lamps
For bulb replacement, see a qualified service technician or your dealer.
Replacing headlamp bulbs
The headlamp assembly contains the low beam bulb, the high beam bulb,
park/turn lamp bulb and led side marker. To replace any of these bulbs,
see your authorized dealer.
Replacing HID headlamp bulb (if equipped)
The low beam headlamps on your vehicle use a “high intensity discharge”
source. These lamps operate at a high voltage. The bulb is replaceable.
When the bulb is burned out, the HID bulb must be replaced by your
authorized dealer.
Replacing the LED sidemarker
For bulb replacement, see your authorized dealer.
Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal lamp bulbs
For bulb replacement, see your authorized dealer.
Replacing foglamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position and disconnect
the electrical connector from the
foglamp bulb.
2. Rotate the foglamp bulb
counterclockwise and remove from
the foglamp.
Install the new bulb in reverse
order.
Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs
Your vehicle is equipped with an LED center high-mount stop lamp. It is
designed to last the life of the vehicle. If replacement is required, see
your authorized dealer.
Replacing tail lamp/backup bulbs
For bulb replacement, see your authorized dealer.
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Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position.
2. Remove the screw from the
license plate lamp assembly and pull
it down.
3. Remove bulb socket by turning
counterclockwise.
4. Carefully pull the bulb out from
the socket.
Install new bulb(s) in reverse order.
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MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER
Windshield wiper:Rotate the end
of the control away from you to
increase the speed of the wipers;
rotate towards you to decrease the
speed of the wipers.
Windshield washer:Push the end
of the stalk:
•Quickly pressing the end of the
stalk switch causes a single wipe
without washer fluid.
•Push and hold the end of the
stalk to activate the washer. The
wash cycle will continue for up to
ten seconds or until released. After release, there will be three
clearing wipes.
Note:The windshield wiper will not automatically cycle if the washer
fluid is low, refer toWindshield washer fluidin theMaintenance and
Specificationschapter.
Heated wiper blades:The wiper blades are heated automatically to
reduce ice buildup and activates when the vehicle is started. The wiper
rests are designed to operate regardless of the geographic location of the
vehicle. There is no switch to turn on, or other operator involvement
required other than to start the vehicle.
POWER TILT/TELESCOPE STEERING COLUMN
The steering column can be
adjusted manually by moving the
four-way rocker adjustment control
located below the turn signal/wiper
control stalk. Hold the control to
adjust.
The telescope function is adjusted
by moving the control toward the
driver to telescope out and toward
the instrument panel to telescope
in.
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The tilt function is adjusted by moving the control up or down.
Easy entry/exit feature
When you remove the key, the column will move, if this feature is
activated through the Message Center, to the full in and up position,
refer to theMessage Centerin theDriver Controlschapter. When the
key is inserted into the ignition, the column will return to the previous
setting.
Note:The easy entry/exit feature will prevent the steering wheel from
returning to the memory position until the key is inserted into the
ignition.
Memory feature
The steering column positions are saved when doing a memory set
function and can be recalled along with the vehicle personality features
when a memory position is selected through the remote entry
transmitter, keyless entry keypad or memory switch on the driver’s door
(if equipped with memory feature). Refer toMemory seats/steering
column/mirrors/adjustable pedalsin theSeating and Safety
Restraintschapter.
If the steering column adjustment control is pressed during memory
recall it will cancel the automatic operation and the column will respond
to manual adjustment of the control.
Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving.
Steering column lock (if equipped)
The steering column will automatically lock when the key is removed
from the ignition. When the vehicle key is inserted into the ignition, the
steering column will automatically unlock.
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ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR
To turn on the visor mirror lamps,
lift the mirror cover. Adjust the
amount of light by sliding the
control.
CENTER CONSOLE
Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. These
include:
1. Cupholders
2. Sliding arm rest (lift latch to slide
forward or rearward)
Note:Slide the arm rest to the
rearward position to open the utility
compartment.
3. Utility compartment, inside has
power point (front drivers side) and
coin holders (front passenger side)
4. Air vents to the rear seating
positions
5. Traction control/AdvanceTrac(if equipped)
6. Electronic park brake
Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you
in a collision.
ASHTRAY
In order to prevent damage, follow these instructions when
removing/installing the ashtray.
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Removal:
1. Push the ashtray face to slide
open.
Note:Do not remove the ashtray
drawer.
2. Pull the ashtray insert upward
from the ashtray drawer and
remove.
Installation:
1. Place the ashtray insert into the
ashtray drawer.
2. Push the ashtray drawer in to close.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE
The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according to
your option package.
Storage compartment
Press to open the storage
compartment.
The storage compartment may be
used to secure sunglasses or a
similar object.
AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC)
Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert
any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the
outlet and blow the fuse. Do not hang any type of accessory or
accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power
outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty.
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The power point is an additional
power source for electrical
accessories. The auxiliary power
point is located on the instrument
panel next to the cigarette lighter.
Push the top door to access the
power point.
Another auxiliary power point is
located in the center console, refer
to theCenter Consolein this
chapter for more information.
Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element (if
equipped).
To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the power point(s)
over the vehicle capacity of 12 VDC/180W.
To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not use the power
point longer than necessary when the engine is not running.
Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used.
Cigarette/Cigar lighter (if equipped)
Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter
socket.
Do not hold the lighter in with your hand while it is heating, this will
damage the lighter element and socket. The lighter will be released from
its heating position when it is ready to be used.
Improper use of the lighter can cause damage not covered by your
warranty.
POWER WINDOWS
Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let
children play with the power windows. They may seriously injure
themselves.
When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free
of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in
the proximity of the window openings.
Press the rocker switches to open and close windows.
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•Press the bottom portion of the
rocker switch to open.
•Press the top portion of the
rocker switch to close.
Express Down (One Touch Down)
To make the front driver or
passenger windows open fully
without holding the window control,
press the bottom portion of the
driver window control completely
down to the second detent or
“Express Down” position. Press the
control in either direction to stop window operation.
Express Up (One Touch Up)
To make the front driver or
passenger windows close fully
without holding the window control,
press the top portion of the driver
window control completely down to
the second detent or “Express Up”
position. Press the control in either
direction to stop window operation.
When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free
of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in
the proximity of the window openings.
Restoring the Express up functionality
Under low battery power conditions, Express Up only functionality may
be lost. To reset this function after restoring full battery power, press the
rocker switch to the Express Up position, hold the switch until the glass
reaches the stall position and continue to hold for 2 seconds.
Accessory delay
With accessory delay, the window switches may be used for up to ten
minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position or until
either front door is opened.
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Bounce Back (Front Windows Only)
When an obstacle has been detected in the window opening as the
window is moving upward, the window will automatically move down and
stop at a prescribed position.
Bounce Back Override (Front Windows Only)
To override Bounce Back, within 2 seconds after reaching Bounce Back
position, if the rocker switch is moved from the Neutral to the Express
Up positionthe window will travel up with no bounce back
protection.If the switch is released before the window reaches fully
closed position, the window will stop. For example: Bounce Back
Override can be used to overcome the resistance of ice on the window or
seals.
Window lock
The window lock feature allows only
the driver to operate the rear power
windows.
To lock out the rear window
controls press the right side of the
control. Press the left side to
restore the window controls.
AUTOMATIC DIMMING INSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)
Your vehicle is equipped with an inside rear view mirror which has an
auto-dimming function. The electronic day/night mirror will change from
the clear state to the non-glare state when bright lights (glare) reach the
mirror. When the mirror detects bright light from behind, it will
automatically adjust (darken) to minimize glare at night only.
Do not block the sensor on the backside of the mirror since this may
impair proper mirror performance. (Examples: no parking stickers or
hanging tags.)
Ensure the mirror is pulled down low enough to prevent visibility
interference with the overhead console. The mirror support arm has two
pivot points which lets you adjust the mirror UP or DOWN and from
SIDE to SIDE.
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