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Introduction 9
Child Safety 16
Child seats...........................................18
Child seat positioning...................................18
Booster seats.........................................20
Installing child seats with lap and shoulder belts................23
Installing child safety seats with lower anchors and tethers for
children.............................................26
Installing child safety seats with tether straps..................28
Child safety locks......................................30
Safety Belts 31
Fastening the safety belts................................33
Safety belt height adjustment.............................36
Safetybeltwarninglightandindicatorchime..................37
Safety belt-minder.....................................37
Child restraint and safety belt maintenance...................40
Personal Safety System 41
Supplementary Restraints System 42
Driver and passenger airbags..............................44
Front passenger sensing system............................46
Side airbags..........................................49
Safety canopy curtain airbags.............................51
Crash sensors and airbag indicator..........................53
Airbag disposal........................................54
Keys and Remote Control 55
General information on radio frequencies.....................55
Remote control........................................56
Replacing a lost key or remote control.......................61
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MyKey 62
Settings, MyKey.......................................62
Creating.............................................63
Clearing.............................................64
System status.........................................64
Remote start, MyKey...................................64
Troubleshooting, MyKey.................................66
Locks 68
Locking and unlocking..................................68
SecuriCode™ keyless entry keypad.........................72
Trunk release.........................................74
Interior luggage compartment release.......................75
Security 76
SecuriLockpassive anti-theft system.......................76
Anti-theft alarm.......................................78
Steering Wheel 79
Adjusting the steering wheel..............................79
Steering wheel controls..................................80
Pedals 83
Adjustable pedals......................................83
Wipers and Washers 84
Windshield wipers......................................84
Rain-sensing wipers....................................84
Windshield washers.....................................84
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Lighting 86
Lighting control.......................................86
Autolamps...........................................87
Instrument lighting dimmer...............................87
Headlamp exit delay....................................88
Daytime running lamps..................................88
Automatic high beam control..............................88
Front fog lamps.......................................90
Adaptive headlamps....................................91
Turn signal control.....................................91
Interior lamps.........................................92
Windows and Mirrors 93
Power windows.......................................93
Exteriormirrors.......................................95
Interiormirrors........................................97
Sun visors...........................................97
Sunshade............................................98
Moonroof............................................98
Instrument Cluster 100
Gauges.............................................100
Warning lamps and indicators............................100
Audible warnings and indicators..........................105
Information Displays 106
Controls............................................106
Information messages..................................112
Audio System 121
MyLincoln Touch™ system..............................123
Climate Control 125
Dual automatic temperature control........................125
Rear window defroster.................................127
Cabin air filter.......................................127
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Seats 129
Sitting in the correct position............................129
Head restraints.......................................130
Power seats.........................................132
Memory function......................................135
Heated and cooled seats................................136
Universal Garage Door Opener 141
HomeLinkwireless control system........................142
Auxiliary Power Points 146
Storage Compartments 147
Center console.......................................147
Overhead console.....................................147
Starting and Stopping the Engine 148
Keyless starting......................................149
Engine block heater...................................152
Fuel and Refueling 154
Fuel quality.........................................155
Running out of fuel....................................156
Refueling ...........................................157
Fuel consumption.....................................159
Transmission 163
Automatic transmission.................................163
All-Wheel Drive 167
All wheel drive.......................................167
Brakes 174
Brakes.............................................174
Hints on driving with anti-lock brakes......................175
Parking brake........................................175
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Traction Control 176
TractionControl™ ....................................176
Stability Control 177
AdvanceTrac........................................178
Parking Aids 179
Sensing system.......................................179
Active park assist.....................................182
Rear-view camera system...............................186
Cruise Control 191
Using cruise control...................................191
Using Adaptive Cruise Control............................192
Driving Aids 200
Driveralert..........................................200
Lane keeping system...................................202
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) with Cross Traffic Alert
(CTA) .............................................206
Collision warning system................................211
Lincoln adaptive drive..................................214
Steering............................................216
Load Carrying 218
Vehicle loading.......................................218
Towing 225
Trailertowing........................................225
Wrecker towing.......................................227
Recreational towing....................................228
Driving Hints 230
Economical driving....................................230
Floormats..........................................232
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Roadside Emergencies 234
Getting roadside assistance..............................234
Hazard warning flashers................................235
Fuel cut-off switch....................................236
Jump-starting the vehicle...............................236
Customer Assistance 239
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only)........................246
Reporting safety defects (Canada only).....................246
Fuses 247
Changing a fuse......................................247
Fuses and relays......................................247
Fuse specification chart.................................248
Maintenance 256
General information...................................256
Opening and closing the hood............................257
Under hood overview..................................258
Engine oil dipstick....................................260
Engine oil check......................................260
Engine coolant check..................................261
Automatic transmission fluid check........................267
Brake fluid check.....................................271
Power steering fluid check..............................271
Fuel filter...........................................271
Washer fluid check....................................272
Battery.............................................272
Checking the wiper blades...............................273
Air filter(s)..........................................274
Adjusting the headlamps................................276
Changing a bulb......................................277
Bulb specification chart.................................279
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Vehicle Care 280
Cleaning products.....................................280
Cleaning the exterior...................................280
Waxing.............................................282
Repairing minor paint damage............................282
Cleaning the engine...................................282
Cleaning the windows and wiper blades.....................283
Cleaning the interior...................................283
Cleaning the instrument panel and instrument cluster lens.......284
Cleaning leather seats..................................285
Cleaning the alloy wheels...............................285
Vehicle storage.......................................286
Wheels and Tires 289
Tire care...........................................289
Using snow chains.....................................304
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)....................305
Changing a road wheel.................................309
Technical specifications.................................315
Wheel lug nut torque..................................315
Capacities and Specifications 316
Engine specifications...................................316
Part numbers........................................321
Vehicle identification number.............................321
Vehicle certification label................................322
Transmission code designation............................323
Accessories 324
Accessories..........................................324
Ford Extended Service Plan 326
Scheduled Maintenance 330
Normal scheduled maintenance and log.....................335
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MyLincoln Touch™ 349
Infotainment display...................................355
Voice recognition.....................................356
Listening to music.....................................363
Phone features.......................................388
Information Menu.....................................395
Menu features........................................406
Settings............................................408
Climate features......................................415
Navigation system.....................................418
Appendices 429
Index 447
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Thank you for choosing Ford. We recommend that you take some time to
get to know your vehicle by reading this manual. The more that you
know about it, the greater the safety and pleasure you will get from
driving it.
WARNING:Always drive with due care and attention when using
and operating the controls and features on your vehicle.
Note:This manual describes a range of product features and options,
sometimes before they are generally available. Therefore, you may find
options in this manual that are not found on your vehicle.
Note:Some of the illustrations in this manual may be used for different
models, so they may appear different than your vehicle.. However, the
essential information in the illustrations is always correct.
Note:Always use and operate your vehicle in line with all applicable
laws and regulations.
Note:Pass on this manual when selling your vehicle. It is an integral
part of the vehicle.
Protecting the Environment
You must play your part in protecting the environment. Correct
vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning and
lubrication materials are significant steps toward this aim.
Information in this respect is highlighted in this manual with the tree
symbol.
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SYMBOL GLOSSARY
WARNING:You risk death or serious injury to yourself and others if
you do not follow the instruction highlighted by the warning symbol.
These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description
Safety AlertSee Owner’s
ManualFasten Safety
Belt
Airbag – FrontAirbag – SideChild Seat
Lower Anchor
Child Seat
Tether AnchorBrake SystemAnti-Lock
Brake System
Parking Brake
SystemBrake Fluid –
Non-Petroleum
BaseParking Aid
System
Stability
Control
SystemCruise ControlMaster
Lighting
Switch
Hazard
Warning
FlasherFog Lamps –
FrontFuse
Compartment
Fuel Pump
ResetWindshield
Wash/WipeWindshield
Defrost/Demist
Rear Window
Defrost/DemistPower
Windows
Front/RearPower
Window
Lockout
Child Safety
Door
Lock/UnlockInterior
Luggage
Compartment
ReleasePanic Alarm
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