brake LINCOLN MKC 2018 User Guide

HEADLAMP EXIT DELAY
After you switch the ignition off, you canswitch the headlamps on by pulling thedirection indicator lever toward you. You willhear a short tone. The headlamps will switchoff automatically after three minutes with anydoor open or 30 seconds after the last doorhas been closed. You can cancel this featureby pulling the direction indicator toward youagain or switching the ignition on.
DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS (If
Equipped)
WARNING
The daytime running lamps systemdoes not activate the rear lamps andmay not provide adequate lighting duringlow visibility driving conditions. Make sureyou switch the headlamps on, as appropriate,during all low visibility conditions. Failure todo so may result in a crash.
Type One - Conventional (Non-Configurable)
The daytime running lamps turn on when:
1. Switching the ignition on.
2. The transmission is not in park (P) forvehicles with automatic transmissions, orreleasing the parking brake for vehicleswith manual transmissions.
3. The lighting control is in the off, parkinglamp or autolamps positions.
4. The headlamps are off.
Type Two - Configurable
Switch the daytime running lamps on or offusing the information display. SeeInformation Displays (page 109).
The daytime running lamps turn on when:
1. The lamps are on in the informationdisplay.
2. Switching the ignition on.
3. The transmission is not in park (P) forvehicles with automatic transmissions, orreleasing the parking brake for vehicleswith manual transmissions.
4. The lighting control is in the autolampsposition.
5. The headlamps are off.
The other lighting control switch positionsdo not turn on the daytime running lamps.
If the daytime running lamps are off in theinformation display, the lamps stay off in allswitch positions.
AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM
CONTROL
WARNING
The system does not relieve you ofyour responsibility to drive with duecare and attention. You may need to overridethe system if it does not turn the high beamson or off.
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Note:Some warning indicators appear inthe information display and operate thesame as a warning lamp but do notilluminate when you start your vehicle.
Adaptive Cruise Control Indicator (If
Equipped)
It illuminates when you switch thesystem on.
It illuminates white when thesystem is in standby mode. It illuminatesgreen when you set the adaptive cruisespeed.
See Using Adaptive Cruise Control (page210).
Airbag Warning Lamp
If it does not illuminate when youswitch the ignition on, continuesto flash or remains on when theengine is running, this indicates amalfunction. Have your vehicle checked assoon as possible.
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Lamp
If it illuminates when you aredriving, this indicates amalfunction. Your vehiclecontinues to have normal braking withoutthe anti-lock brake system function. Haveyour vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Auto Hold Active
It illuminates when the systemholds your vehicle stationary.
Auto Hold Unavailable
It illuminates when the system ison, but unavailable to hold yourvehicle stationary.
Automatic Headlamp High BeamIndicator (If Equipped)
It illuminates when the systemautomatically turns the headlamphigh beam on.
See Automatic High Beam Control (page90).
Auto-Start-Stop Indicator (If Equipped)
It will illuminate to inform you whenthe engine shuts down or inconjunction with a message.
Battery
If it illuminates while driving, itindicates a malfunction. Switch offall unnecessary electricalequipment and have the system checked byan authorized dealer immediately.
Blind Spot Information SystemIndicator (If Equipped)
It illuminates when you switch thesystem off.
See Blind Spot InformationSystem (page 224).
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Brake System Warning Lamp
WARNING
Driving your vehicle with the warninglamp on is dangerous. A significantdecrease in braking performance may occur.It may take you longer to stop your vehicle.Have your vehicle checked as soon aspossible. Driving extended distances withthe parking brake engaged can cause brakefailure and the risk of personal injury.
It illuminates when you engage theparking brake and the ignition ison.
If it illuminates when your vehicle is moving,make sure the parking brake is disengaged. If the parking brake is disengaged, thisindicates low brake fluid level or a brakesystem fault. Have your vehicle checked assoon as possible.
Cruise Control Indicator
It illuminates when you switch thesystem on.
See Using Cruise Control (page 209).
Direction Indicator
Illuminates when you turn the leftor right direction indicator or thehazard warning flasher on. If theindicators stay on or flash faster, check for aburned out bulb. See Changing a Bulb(page 300).
Door Ajar
Displays when the ignition is onand any door is not completelyclosed.
Electric Park Brake
It will illuminate or flash when theelectric parking brake has amalfunction. See Electric ParkingBrake (page 187).
Engine Coolant Temperature WarningLamp
If it illuminates when your vehicleis moving, this indicates that theengine is overheating. Stop yourvehicle as soon as it is safe to do so andswitch the engine off. Have your vehiclechecked as soon as possible.
Fasten Seatbelt Warning Lamp
It illuminates and a chime soundsuntil you fasten the seatbelts.
Front Fog Lamp Indicator (If Equipped)
It illuminates when you switch thefront fog lamps on.
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Service Engine Soon
If it illuminates when the engine isrunning this indicates amalfunction. The On BoardDiagnostics system has detected amalfunction of the vehicle emission controlsystem.
If it flashes, engine misfire may be occurring. Increased exhaust gas temperatures coulddamage the catalytic converter or othervehicle components. Drive in a moderatefashion (avoid heavy acceleration anddeceleration) and have your vehicleimmediately serviced.
It illuminates when you switch the ignitionon prior to engine start to check the bulb andto indicate whether your vehicle is ready forInspection and Maintenance (I/M) testing.
Normally, it illuminates until the engine iscranked and automatically turns off if nomalfunctions are present. However, if after15 seconds it flashes eight times, thisindicates that your vehicle is not ready forInspection and Maintenance (I/M) testing.
See Catalytic Converter (page 172).
Stability Control and Traction ControlIndicator
Flashes during operation.
If it does not illuminate when youswitch the ignition on, or remainson when the engine is running, this indicatesa malfunction. Have your vehicle checkedas soon as possible.
Note:The system automatically turns off ifthere is a malfunction.
See Using Stability Control (page 196). SeeUsing Traction Control (page 193).
Stability Control and Traction ControlOff Warning Lamp
It illuminates when you switch thesystem off.
AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND
INDICATORS
Keyless Warning Alert
The horn will sound twice when you exit yourvehicle with the intelligent access key andyour vehicle is in RUN, indicating your vehicleis still on.
Headlamps On Warning Chime
Sounds when you remove the key from theignition and open the driver's door and youhave left the headlamps or parking lampson.
Parking Brake On Warning Chime
Sounds when you have left the parking brakeon and drive your vehicle. If the warningchime remains on after you have releasedthe parking brake, have the system checkedby your authorized dealer immediately.
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Auto Start-Stop
ActionMessage
The engine needs to be restarted, press the brake pedal to start.Auto StartStop Press Brake to Start Engine
The engine needs to be restarted, press the brake pedal harder to start.Auto StartStop Press Brake Harder toActivate
The engine needs to be restarted, press any pedal to start.Auto StartStop Press a Pedal to StartEngine
Select neutral for the system to restart the engine.Auto StartStop Select Neutral To StartEngine
Select park for the system to restart the engine.Auto StartStop Shift to P, then RestartEngine
The system is not functioning. A manual restart is required.Auto StartStop Manual Restart Required
Conditions are not met for the Auto StartStop system to function properly.Auto StartStop Not Available
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Information Displays

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
Hill start assist is not available. Contact an authorized dealer. See Auto Hold (page 190).Hill Start Assist Not Available
Keys and Intelligent Access
ActionMessage
A reminder to press the brake while starting the vehicle.To START Press Brake
The system does not detect a key in your vehicle. See Keyless Starting (page 156).No Key Detected
You pressed the start/stop button to switch off the engine and your vehicle does not detect yourintelligent access key inside your vehicle.Restart Now or Key is Needed
Your vehicle is in the run ignition state.Full Accessory Power Active
There is a problem with your vehicle’s starting system. See an authorized dealer for service.Starting System Fault
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Maintenance
ActionMessage
Stop your vehicle as soon as safely possible and turn off the engine. Check the oil level. If thewarning stays on or continues to come on with your engine running, contact an authorized dealeras soon as possible.
Low Engine Oil Pressure
The engine oil life remaining is 10% or less. See Engine Oil Check (page 289).Change Engine Oil Soon
The oil life left is at 0%. See Engine Oil Check (page 289).Oil Change Required
The brake fluid level is low, inspected the brake system immediately. See Brake Fluid Check(page 295).Brake Fluid Level Low
The brake system needs servicing. Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Contact an authorizeddealer.Check Brake System
The engine coolant temperature is excessively high.Engine Coolant Over Temperature
The washer fluid is low, refill washer fluid.Washer Fluid Level Low
The engine has reduced power to help reduce high engine temperature.Power Reduced to Lower Engine Temp
Your vehicle is still in Transport or Factory mode. This may not allow some features to operateproperly. See an authorized dealer.Transport / Factory Mode Contact Dealer
The powertrain needs service due to a powertrain malfunction.See Manual
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Information Displays

Park Aid
ActionMessage
The system has detected a condition that requires service. Contact an authorized dealer. SeeFront Parking Aid (page 198).Check Front Park Aid
The system has detected a condition that requires service. Contact an authorized dealer. SeeRear Parking Aid (page 197).Check Rear Park Aid
Displays the park aid status.Front Park Aid On Off
Displays the park aid status.Rear Park Aid On Off
Park Brake
ActionMessage
You have set the parking brake and you have driven the vehicle more than 3 mph (5 km/h). Ifthe warning stays on after you have released the parking brake, contact an authorized dealer.Park Brake Engaged
The electric parking brake system has detected a condition that requires service. See anauthorized dealer.Park Brake Malfunction Service Now
The electric parking brake is not set.Park Brake Not Applied
The electric parking brake is running a diagnostic check.Park Brake Maintenance Mode
The electric parking brake is set but you have not released it.Park Brake Use Switch to Release
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Information Displays

ActionMessage
The electric parking brake is set but you have not released it and your vehicle is moving.To Release: Press Brake and Switch
The electric park brake system has detected a condition that requires service. See an authorizeddealer.Park Brake Limited Function ServiceRequired
You have not released the electric parking brake causing it to overheat.Park Brake System Overheated
The electric parking brake is set and you have started your vehicle.Release Park Brake
The electric parking brake is set.Park Brake Applied
You have released the electric parking brake.Park Brake Released
Power Steering
ActionMessage
The power steering system has detected a condition that requires service. See an authorizeddealer.Steering Fault Service Now
The power steering system is not working. Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Contact an authorizeddealer.Steering Loss Stop Safely
The power steering system has detected a condition within the power steering system or passiveentry or passive start system requires service. Contact an authorized dealer.Steering Assist Fault Service Required
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Remote Start
ActionMessage
A reminder to apply the brake and push the gearshift button to drive your vehicle after a remotestart.To Drive: Press Brake and Gear ShiftButton
Seats
ActionMessage
A reminder that memory seats are not available while driving.Memory Recall Not Permitted While Driving
Shows where you have saved your memory setting.Memory {0} Saved
Starting System
ActionMessage
A reminder to apply the brake when starting your vehicle .To START Press Brake
The starter has exceeded its cranking time in attempting to start your vehicle.Cranking Time Exceeded
The starter is attempting to start your vehicle.Engine Start Pending Please Wait
The system has cancelled the pending start.Pending Start Cancelled
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