Seat LINCOLN MKT 2014 Repair Manual

Third row head restraints
(if equipped)
The head restraints consist of:
A. Energy absorbing head restraint
B. Steel stems
C. Fold strap
Fold: Pull the fold strap (C). Pull it back
up to reset.
Note:Press the stow or fold button on the power folding seats to
automatically fold the head restraint.
Tilting Head Restraints (If Equipped)
The front head restraints may have a tilting feature for extra comfort.
To tilt the head restraint, do the following:
1. Adjust the seat back to an upright driving or
riding position.
2. Tilt the head restraint forward by gently pulling
the top of the head restraint.
Once it is in its forward-most position, tilt it forward once more to
release it to the upright position.
Note:Do not attempt to force the head restraint backward after it is
tilted. Instead, continue tilting it forward until the head restraint releases
to the upright position.
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POWER SEATS
WARNING:Never adjust the driver’s seat or seat back when the
vehicle is moving.
WARNING:Before returning the seat back to its original
position, make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped
behind the seat back.
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Power Lumbar (Limo/Livery)
Four-Way Power Lumbar (If Equipped)
The lumbar control is located on the side of the seat cushion.
Press the front or rear of the
control to adjust firmness or
softness.
Press the top or bottom of the
control to raise or lower the height
of the lumbar support.
MEMORY FUNCTION (IF EQUIPPED)
This memory control, located on
the driver’s door, allows automatic
positioning of the driver seat
and power mirrors to three
programmable positions. You may
also have this feature for the steering
column and power adjustable foot
pedals.
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Programming a memory position
Note:You can program a memory position at any time.
•To program position 1, move the memory features to the desired
positions using the associated controls. Press and hold button 1 for at
least two seconds. A chime will sound confirming that a memory
position has been set.
•To program position 2 and 3, repeat the previous procedure using the
respective buttons.
Recalling a memory position
You can recall a programmed memory position:
•in any gearshift position if the ignition is not on.
•only in positionPorNif the ignition is on.
Press the desired memory control to recall a memory position.
Recalling memory positions with the remote control
You can recall memory positions when you press unlock on your remote
control (if the transmitter is programmed to a memory position) or,
when you enter a valid personal entry code that is programmed to a
memory position. If the easy entry feature is enabled, the seat will first
move to the easy entry position. The seat will move to the final position
when the key is in the ignition or when the push button start system
(if equipped) is put in accessory mode or started.
To program the memory feature to a remote control, see theKeys and
Remote Controlchapter.
Easy Entry and Exit Feature
This feature can move the seat rearward and the steering column up and
forward to allow extra room to exit the vehicle.
This occurs when:
•the transmission selector lever is in positionNorP
•the ignition is turned off
The seat and steering wheel will move to their original positions when:
•the transmission selector lever is in positionNorP
•the ignition is put in accessory mode or is started
Turn the easy entry feature off or on through the information display.
See theInformation Displayschapter.
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HEATED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin
because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord
injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion, or other physical conditions,
must exercise care when using the seat heater. The seat heater may
cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long
periods of time. Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against
heat, such as a blanket or cushion, because this may cause the seat
heater to overheat. Do not puncture the seat with pins, needles, or
other pointed objects because this may damage the heating element
which may cause the seat heater to overheat. An overheated seat may
cause serious personal injury.
The heated seats will only function when the ignition is in the on
position.
Note:Do not do the following:
•Place heavy objects on the seat
•Operate the seat heater if water or any other liquid is spilled on the
seat. Allow the seat to dry thoroughly.
To operate the heated seats:
Press the heated seat symbol to cycle through the various
heat settings and off. Warmer settings are indicated by
more indicator lights.
Second-Row Heated and Ventilated Seats (If Equipped)
The second-row heated and ventilated seat controls are located on the
rear of the floor console. They function the same as the front-row heated
and ventilated seats.
Second-Row Climate Controlled Seats Air Filter Replacement
The climate controlled seat system includes air filters that must be
replaced periodically. See thescheduled maintenance information.
There is an air filter located under the rear of each second-row seat.
You can tumble the seat forward to access the filter.
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HEATED AND VENTILATED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
Heated Seats
WARNING:Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin
because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord
injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion, or other physical conditions,
must exercise care when using the seat heater. The seat heater may
cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long
periods of time. Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against
heat, such as a blanket or cushion, because this may cause the seat
heater to overheat. Do not puncture the seat with pins, needles, or
other pointed objects because this may damage the heating element
which may cause the seat heater to overheat. An overheated seat may
cause serious personal injury.
The heated seats will only function when the engine is running.
Note:Do not do the following:
•Place heavy objects on the seat
•Operate the seat heater if water or any other liquid is spilled on the
seat. Allow the seat to dry thoroughly.
To operate the heated seats:
Press the heated seat symbol to cycle through the various
heat settings and off. Warmer settings are indicated by
more indicator lights.
If the engine falls below 350 RPM while the heated seats are on, the
feature will turn itself off. You will need to be reactivate it.
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Ventilated Seats
The ventilated seats will only function when the engine is running.
To operate the ventilated seats:
Press the ventilated seat symbol to cycle through the
various cooling settings and off. Cooler settings are
indicated by more indicator lights.
If the engine falls below 350 RPM while the ventilated seats are on, the
feature will turn itself off. You will need to be reactivate it.
Note:When the heated or ventilated front seat is active, you will be able
to hear the fan operating inside the seat. This is normal.
Heated and Ventilated Seat Air Filter Replacement
The climate controlled seat system includes air filters. You must replace
them periodically. See thescheduled maintenance information.
Locate the filters under each front seat and access them from the
second-row foot-well area. Move the front seats all the way forward and
to the full up positions to ease access.
To remove an air filter:
1. Turn the vehicle off.
2. Push up on the outside rigid edge
of the filter and rotate
counterclockwise once the tabs are
released, then remove the filter.
A/C
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To install a filter:
1. First, position the filter in its
housing making sure that the far
forward end is all the way up in the
housing.
2. Push in on the center of the
outside edge of the filter and rotate
up into the housing until it clips
into position.
REAR SEATS
Second Row Seats
Recline Adjustment
WARNING:Always drive and ride with your seat back upright
and the lap belt snug and low across the hips.
WARNING:Reclining the seat back can cause an occupant to
slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal
injuries in the event of a crash.
Note:For the bench seat only, make sure the center safety belt is
unbuckled before folding the seat back.
Lift the handle to adjust seat back
rearward or forward. The seat back
can also fold forward until it is flat.
For the Town Car livery version
only, the seat back cannot be folded
flat or tumbled forward.
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Moving the Seats Backward and Forward
(Six-Passenger Vehicles Only)
Lift the control to adjust the seat
forward or backward.
Using the Second-Row Power Lumbar Support
(Six-Passenger Vehicles Only)
The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat.
Press the forward side of the
control to adjust firmness.
Press the rearward side of the
control to adjust softness.
Moving the Front Passenger Seat Backward and Forward
(Town Car Livery Version)
Press this control, located on the
passenger side rear door, to move
the front passenger seat backward
and forward.
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Power Fold and Tumble Seat (If Equipped)
WARNING:Make sure that the seat is unoccupied when folding
it down. Folding the seat while occupied could result in occupant
injury or damage to the seat.
This feature is available for the right-hand seat on seven-passenger
vehicles and on both sides for six-passenger vehicles.
Press the control located at the
back of the rear door opening one
time to fold the seat back down and
tumble the seat forward for access
to the third row.
Note:When the ignition is in turned off, the power fold feature will
work until the battery saver will turns it off after 10 minutes. You can
reactivate the power seats by pressing the unlock button on the remote
entry key fob or by using the unlock procedure on the keyless entry
keypad. See theLockschapter. Keep the key in the accessory or run
position to prevent the feature from timing out.
Rear Seat Armrest (Livery vehicle)
WARNING:Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects
can injure you in a crash.
To access the cupholders, rotate
the armrest into the use position.
To open the storage compartment,
pull the cupholder latch forward.
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