traction control LINCOLN MKT 2017 Owners Manual

Climate Controlled Seats............................153
Universal Garage Door Opener
Universal Garage Door Opener................155
Auxiliary Power Points
Auxiliary Power Points.................................160
Storage Compartments
Center Console.............................................162
Overhead Console........................................163
Starting and Stopping the Engine
General Information
......................................164
Keyless Starting
.............................................164
Starting a Gasoline Engine.........................165
Engine Block Heater....................................168
Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions
........................................170
Fuel Quality
......................................................171
Fuel Filler Funnel Location..........................172 Running Out of Fuel......................................172
Refueling..........................................................173
Fuel Consumption
.........................................176
Emission Control System.............................177
Transmission
Automatic Transmission..............................180
All-Wheel Drive
Using All-Wheel Drive..................................184
Brakes
General Information
......................................192
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes..........................................................192
Parking Brake.................................................193
Traction Control
Principle of Operation..................................194
Using Traction Control.................................194
Stability Control
Principle of Operation
..................................196 Using Stability Control
..................................197
Parking Aids
Principle of Operation..................................198
Rear Parking Aid............................................199
Active Park Assist..........................................199
Rear View Camera.......................................205
Cruise Control
Principle of Operation.................................209
Using Cruise Control...................................209
Using Adaptive Cruise Control..................210
Driving Aids
Driver Alert
......................................................218
Lane Keeping System..................................219
Blind Spot Information System.................224
Cross Traffic Alert.........................................227
Steering..........................................................230
Collision Warning System...........................231
Drive Control
.................................................234
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•
Various vehicle speed reminders so you
know when your vehicle approaches the
limits. Warnings appear in the information
display and an audible warning sounds
when you exceed the limit.
• Audio system maximum volume of 45%.
A message will be shown in the display
when you attempt to exceed the limited
volume. Also, the speed-sensitive or
compensated automatic volume control
will be disabled. •
Always on setting. When this is selected,
you will not be able to turn off Advance
Trac or traction control, 911 Assist or
Emergency Assistance, or Do Not Disturb
(if your vehicle is equipped with these
features).
CREATING A MYKEY
Use the information display to create a
MyKey: 1. Insert the key you want to program into the
ignition. If your vehicle is equipped with a
push-button start, place the key fob into the
backup slot. The location of your backup slot
is in another chapter. See Keyless Starting
(page 164).
2. Switch the ignition on.
3. Access the main menu on the information
display controls. Use the arrow keys to get
to the following menu selections: Action and Description
Message
Press the
OK button or the right arrow key.
Settings
Press the
OK button or the right arrow key.
MyKey
Press the
OK button or the right arrow key.
Create MyKey
When prompted, hold the
OK button until
you see a message informing you to label
this key as a MyKey. The key will be
restricted at the next start.
MyKey is successfully created. Make sure
you label it so you can distinguish it from the
admin keys. You can also program configurable settings
for the key(s). See Programming/Changing
Configurable Settings
.
Programming/Changing Configurable
Settings
Use the information display to access your
configurable MyKey settings.
1.
Switch the ignition on using an admin key
or fob.
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Driver Assist
Traction Control
Blindspot High, Normal or Low
Sensitivity
Collision Warn
Cross Traffic
Adaptive or Normal
Cruise Control
Driver Alert
Driver Alert
Driver Alert Disp.
Front Park Aid Alert, Aid or Both
Mode
Lane Keeping Sys
High, Normal or Low
Intensity
Rear Park Aid
Trailer Sway
Settings
In this mode, you can configure different
driver setting choices. Note:
Some items are optional and may not
appear.
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Settings
5, 10 or 15 minutes
Duration
System
Remote Open
Windows
Remote Close
Courtesy Wipe
Wipers
Rain Sensing
MyKeys and Admin Keys
Mykey Status
MyKey
Hold OK to Create MyKey
Create MyKey
Always On or User Selectable
911 Assist
Traction Control
Choose desired speed or off
Max Speed
Speed Minder
On or Off
Volume Limiter
Always On or User Selectable
Do Not Disturb
On or Off
MyKey Report
Hold
OK to Clear All MyKeys
Clear MyKeys
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Adaptive Cruise Control
Action
Message
A radar malfunction is preventing the adaptive cruise from engaging. Se\
e Using Adaptive Cruise Control (page 210).
Adaptive Cruise Malfunction
Conditions exist such that the adaptive cruise cannot function properly.
See Using Adaptive
Cruise Control (page 210).
Adaptive Cruise Not Available
The radar is blocked because of poor radar visibility due to bad weather or ice/mud/water \
infront of radar. Driver can typically clean the sensor to resolve.
See Using Adaptive Cruise
Control (page 210).
Adaptive Cruise Not Available Sensor
Blocked See Manual
AdvanceTrac ™ Action
Message
The system detects a malfunction due to a blocked sensor.
Service AdvanceTrac
The traction control has been disabled or enabled by the driver.
AdvanceTrac Off On
Displayed when the trailer sway control has detected trailer sway.
Trailer Sway Reduce Speed
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Action
Message
One or more tires on your vehicle have low tire pressure. See Tire Pressure Monitoring System (page 337).
Tire Pressure Low
The tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning. If the warning st\
ays on or continues tocome on, contact an authorized dealer.
See Tire Pressure Monitoring System (page 337).
Tire Pressure Monitor Fault
A tire pressure sensor is malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use. For more information on
how the system operates under these conditions, See Tire Pressure Monitoring System (page
337
). If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact an authori\
zed dealer as soon as possible.
Tire Pressure Sensor Fault
Traction Control Action
Message
Displays the status of the traction control system.
See Using Traction Control (page 194).
Traction Control Off
Transmission Action
Message
You switched the engine off and shift select lever is in any position oth\
er than P (Park).
Shift to Park
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SelectShift in sport (S):
•
Provides a permanent manual gear
selection where full control of gear
selection is required.
To exit SelectShift mode shift the
transmission into another gear (for example,
drive [D]).
Upshift to the recommended shift speeds
according to the following chart: Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for
best fuel economy)
Shift from: 15 mph (24 km/h)
1 - 2
25 mph (40 km/h)
2 - 3
40 mph (64 km/h)
3 - 4
45 mph (72 km/h)
4 - 5
50 mph (80 km/h)
5 - 6 The instrument cluster displays your currently
selected gear. If a gear is requested but not
available due to vehicle conditions (low
speed, too high engine speed for requested
gear selection), the current gear will flash
three times.
Note:
At full accelerator pedal travel, the
transmission automatically downshifts for
maximum performance.
Note: In low traction conditions, you can pull
away in second gear using SelectShift. To
perform this operation, select drive (D) or
sport (S) mode and press the + toggle (if
equipped) or pull the + paddle (if equipped)
until 2 is displayed on the cluster. Your
vehicle is now ready to move in 2nd gear.
Brake-Shift Interlock WARNINGS
Do not drive your vehicle until you
verify that the brake lamps are working. WARNINGS
When doing this procedure, you need
to take the transmission out of park (P)
which means your vehicle can roll freely. To
avoid unwanted vehicle movement, always
fully apply the parking brake prior to doing
this procedure. Use wheels chocks if
appropriate. If the parking brake is fully released,
but the brake warning lamp remains
illuminated, the brakes may not be working
properly. Have your vehicle checked as soon
as possible. Note:
For some markets this feature will be
disabled.
Your vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift
interlock feature that prevents moving the
gearshift lever from park (P) when the ignition
is in the on position and the brake pedal is
not pressed.
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acceleration or braking which could result
in an increased risk of loss of vehicle
control, vehicle rollover and/or personal
injury. Use all available road surface to
return the vehicle to a safe direction of
travel.
• In the event of an emergency stop, avoid
skidding the tires and do not attempt any
sharp steering wheel movements.
• If the vehicle goes from one type of
surface to another (that is, from concrete
to gravel) there will be a change in the
way the vehicle responds to a maneuver
(steering, acceleration or braking). Again,
avoid these abrupt inputs.
Sand
Most of the time traction control improves
tire traction by managing wheel slip through
Brake, Engine, and AWD calibrations.
However, during low speed driving, disabling
traction control in deep sand can help keep
the wheels moving to maintain vehicle
momentum. When driving over sand, try to keep all four
wheels on the most solid area of the trail.
Avoid reducing the tire pressures but shift
to a lower gear and drive steadily through
the terrain. Apply the accelerator slowly and
avoid spinning the wheels.
Do not drive your vehicle in deep sand for
an extended period of time. This could cause
the AWD system to overheat and default to
front-wheel drive. If this occurs, an AWD OFF
message displays in the information display.
To resume normal AWD function as soon as
possible, stop the vehicle in a safe location
and stop the engine for at least 10 minutes.
After the engine has been restarted and the
AWD system has adequately cooled, the
AWD OFF message turns off and normal
AWD function returns. In the event the
engine is not stopped, the
AWD OFF
message turns off when the system cools
and normal AWD function returns.
When driving at slow speeds in deep sand
under high outside temperatures, use L (Low)
gear when possible. L (Low) gear operation
will maximize the engine and transmission
cooling capability. Under severe operating conditions, the A/C
may cycle on and off to protect overheating
of the engine.
Avoid excessive speed because vehicle
momentum can work against you and cause
the vehicle to become stuck to the point that
assistance may be required from another
vehicle. Remember, you may be able to back
out the way you came if you proceed with
caution.
Mud and Water
If you must drive through high water, drive
slowly. Traction or brake capability may be
limited.
When driving through water, determine the
depth; avoid water higher than the bottom
of the wheel rims (for cars) or the bottom of
the hubs (for trucks) (if possible) and proceed
slowly. If the ignition system gets wet, the
vehicle may stall.
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(If Equipped)

Once through water, always try the brakes.
Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as
effectively as dry brakes. Drying can be
improved by moving your vehicle slowly
while applying light pressure on the brake
pedal.
Be cautious of sudden changes in vehicle
speed or direction when you are driving in
mud. Even AWD vehicles can lose traction
in slick mud. As when you are driving over
sand, apply the accelerator slowly and avoid
spinning your wheels. If the vehicle does
slide, steer in the direction of the slide until
you regain control of the vehicle.
After driving through mud, clean off residue
stuck to rotating driveshafts and tires. Excess
mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts
causes an imbalance that could damage
drive components.
Note:
Driving through deep water may
damage the transmission.
If the front or rear axle is submerged in water,
have the power transfer unit (PTU) or rear
axle serviced by an authorized dealer. “Tread Lightly” is an educational program
designed to increase public awareness of
land-use regulations and responsibilities in
our nations wilderness areas. Ford Motor
Company joins the U.S. Forest Service and
the Bureau of Land Management in
encouraging you to help preserve our
national forest and other public and private
lands by “treading lightly.
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Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
Note: Avoid driving crosswise or turning on
steep slopes or hills. A danger lies in losing
traction, slipping sideways and possibly
rolling over. Whenever driving on a hill,
determine beforehand the route you will use.
Do not drive over the crest of a hill without
seeing what conditions are on the other side.
Do not drive in reverse over a hill without
the aid of an observer. Although natural obstacles may make it
necessary to travel diagonally up or down a
hill or steep incline, you should always try to
drive straight up or straight down.
When climbing a steep slope or hill, start in
a lower gear rather than downshifting to a
lower gear from a higher gear once the
ascent has started. This reduces strain on
the engine and the possibility of stalling.
If you do stall out, do not try to turnaround
because you might roll over. It is better to
back down to a safe location.
Apply just enough power to the wheels to
climb the hill. Too much power will cause the
tires to slip, spin or lose traction, resulting in
loss of vehicle control.
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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
The traction control system helps avoid drive
wheel spin and loss of traction.
If your vehicle begins to slide, the system
applies the brakes to individual wheels and,
when needed, reduces engine power at the
same time. If the wheels spin when
accelerating on slippery or loose surfaces,
the system reduces engine power in order
to increase traction.
USING TRACTION CONTROL WARNING
The stability and traction control light
illuminates steadily if the system
detects a failure. Make sure you did not
manually disable the traction control system
using the information display controls or the
switch. If the stability control and traction
control light is still illuminating steadily, have
the system serviced by an authorized dealer
immediately. Operating your vehicle with the
traction control disabled could lead to an
increased risk of loss of vehicle control,
vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. The system automatically turns on each time
you switch the ignition on.
If your vehicle is stuck in mud or snow,
switching traction control off may be
beneficial as this allows the wheels to spin.
Note:
When you switch traction control off,
stability control remains fully active. Switching the System Off
When you switch the system off or on, a
message appears in the information display
showing system status.
You can switch the system off by either using
the information display controls or the switch.
Using the Information Display Controls
You can switch this feature off or on in the
information display. See General Information
(page 110).
Using a Switch
(If Equipped)
Use the traction control switch on the
instrument panel to switch the system off or
on.
System Indicator Lights and Messages The stability and traction control
light:
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