warning LINCOLN MKX 2018 Owner's Guide

If it is necessary to modify an advanced frontairbag system to accommodate a personwith disabilities, contact the Ford CustomerRelationship Center. See Getting theServices You Need (page 280).
SIDE AIRBAGS
WARNINGS
Do not place objects or mountequipment on or near the airbag cover,on the side of the seatbacks (of the frontseats), or in front seat areas that may comeinto contact with a deploying airbag. Failureto follow these instructions may increase therisk of personal injury in the event of a crash.
Do not use accessory seat covers. Theuse of accessory seat covers mayprevent the deployment of the side airbagsand increase the risk of injury in an accident.
Do not lean your head on the door. Theside airbag could injure you as itdeploys from the side of the seatback.
WARNINGS
Do not attempt to service, repair, ormodify the seat airbag supplementalrestraint systems, its fuses or the seat coveron a vehicle containing seat airbags as youcould be seriously injured or killed. Contactyour authorized dealer as soon as possible.
If the side airbag has deployed, theairbag will not function again. The sideairbag system (including the seat) must beinspected as soon as possible. If the airbagis not replaced, the unrepaired area willincrease the risk of injury in a crash.
The side airbags are on the outboard sideof the seatbacks of the front seats. Theairbag was designed to inflate between thedoor panel and occupant to further enhancethe protection provided to occupants incertain side impact crashes.
The system consists of the following:
•A label or embossed side panelindicating that side airbags are fitted toyour vehicle.
•Side airbags inside the driver and frontpassenger seatbacks.
•Front passenger sensing system.
Crash sensors and monitoringsystem with readiness indicator.See Crash Sensors and AirbagIndicator (page 55).
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The design and development of the sideairbag system included recommendedtesting procedures that were developed bya group of automotive safety experts knownas the Side Airbag Technical Working Group.These recommended testing procedureshelp reduce the risk of injuries related to thedeployment of side airbags.
DRIVER AND PASSENGER KNEE
AIRBAGS
Note:Keep the glove box door closed whiledriving for optimal performance of thepassenger knee airbag during a crash.
Note:To reduce risk of injury, do not obstructor place objects in the deployment path ofthe knee airbag.
A driver knee airbag is located under orwithin the instrument panel. A passengerknee airbag is located within or under theglove box door. During a crash, the restraintscontrol module may activate the driver andpassenger knee airbags based on crashseverity and occupant conditions. Undercertain crash and occupant conditions, the
driver and passenger knee airbag maydeploy but the driver front airbag may notactivate. As with front and side airbags, it isimportant to be properly seated andrestrained to reduce the risk of death orserious injury.
Make sure the knee airbags areoperating properly. See CrashSensors and Airbag Indicator(page 55).
SAFETY CANOPY™
WARNINGS
Do not place objects or mountequipment on or near the headliner atthe siderail that may come into contact witha deploying curtain airbag. Failure to followthese instructions may increase the risk ofpersonal injury in the event of a crash.
Do not lean your head on the door. Thecurtain airbag could injure you as itdeploys from the headliner.
WARNINGS
Do not attempt to service, repair, ormodify the curtain airbags, its fuses,the A, B, C or D pillar trim, or the headlineron a vehicle containing curtain airbags asyou could be seriously injured or killed.Contact your authorized dealer as soon aspossible.
All occupants of your vehicle includingthe driver should always wear theirsafety belts even when an airbagsupplemental restraint system and curtainairbag is provided. Failure to properly wearyour safety belt could seriously increase therisk of injury or death.
To reduce risk of injury, do not obstructor place objects in the deploymentpath of the curtain airbag.
If the curtain airbags have deployed,the curtain airbags will not functionagain. The curtain airbags (including the A,B, C and D pillar trim and headliner) must beinspected and serviced by an authorizeddealer. If the curtain airbag is not replaced,the unrepaired area will increase the risk ofinjury in a crash.
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The Safety Canopy will deploy duringsignificant side crashes or when a certainlikelihood of a rollover event is detected bythe rollover sensor. The Safety Canopy ismounted to the roof side-rail sheet metal,behind the headliner, above each row ofseats. In certain sideways crashes or rolloverevents, the Safety Canopy will be activated,regardless of which seats are occupied. TheSafety Canopy is designed to inflate betweenthe side window area and occupants tofurther enhance protection provided in sideimpact crashes and rollover events.
The system consists of the following:
•Safety canopy curtain airbags locatedabove the trim panels over the front andrear side windows identified by a labelor wording on the headliner or roof-pillartrim.
•A flexible headliner which opens abovethe side doors to allow air curtaindeployment
· Crash sensors and monitoringsystem with readiness indicator.See Crash Sensors and AirbagIndicator (page 55).
Children 12 years old and under shouldalways be properly restrained in the rearseats. The Safety Canopy will not interferewith children restrained using a properlyinstalled child or booster seat because it isdesigned to inflate downward from theheadliner above the doors along the sidewindow opening.
The design and development of the SafetyCanopy included recommended testingprocedures that were developed by a groupof automotive safety experts known as theSide Airbag Technical Working Group. Theserecommended testing procedures helpreduce the risk of injuries related to thedeployment of side airbags (including theSafety Canopy).
CRASH SENSORS AND AIRBAG
INDICATOR
WARNING
Modifying or adding equipment to thefront end of your vehicle (includinghood, bumper system, frame, front end bodystructure, tow hooks and hood pins) mayaffect the performance of the airbag system,increasing the risk of injury. Do not modifyor add equipment to the front end of yourvehicle.
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Your vehicle has a collection of crash andoccupant sensors which provide informationto the restraints control module. Therestraints control module deploys (activates)the front seatbelt pretensioners, driverairbag, passenger airbag, knee airbag(s), seatmounted side airbags, the Safety Canopyand optional rear inflatable seatbelts. Basedon the type of crash, the restraints controlmodule deploys the appropriate safetydevices.
The restraints control module also monitorsthe readiness of the above safety devicesplus the crash and occupant sensors. Thereadiness of the safety system is indicatedby a warning indicator light in the instrumentcluster or by a backup tone if the warninglight is not working. Routine maintenance ofthe airbag is not required.
A difficulty with the system is indicated byone or more of the following:
•The readiness light will not illuminateimmediately after the ignition is switchedon.
•The readiness light either flashes or stayslit.
•A series of five beeps will be heard. Thetone pattern repeats periodically until theproblem, the light or both are repaired.
If any of these things happen, evenintermittently, have the supplementalrestraint system serviced at an authorizeddealer immediately. Unless serviced, thesystem may not function properly in theevent of a crash.
The seatbelt pretensioners and the frontairbag supplemental restraint system aredesigned to activate when the vehiclesustains frontal deceleration sufficient tocause the restraints control module to deploya safety device.
The fact that the seatbelt pretensioners orfront airbags did not activate for both frontseat occupants in a crash does not meanthat something is wrong with the system.Rather, it means the restraints control moduledetermined the accident conditions (crashseverity, belt usage) were not appropriate toactivate these safety devices.
•The design of the front airbags is toactivate only in frontal and near-frontalcrashes (not rollovers, side impacts orrear impacts) unless the crash causessufficient frontal deceleration.
•The design of the seatbelt pretensionersand optional rear inflatable seatbelts isto activate in frontal, near-frontal and sidecrashes, and in rollovers.
•The knee airbag(s) may deploy based oncrash severity and occupant conditions.
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GENERAL INFORMATION ON
RADIO FREQUENCIES
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCCRules and with Licence exempt RSSStandards of Industry Canada. Operation issubject to the following two conditions:
•This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and
•This device must accept any interferencereceived, including interference that maycause undesired operation.
WARNING
Changes or modifications notexpressively approved by the partyresponsible for compliance could void theuser's authority to operate the equipment.The term "IC:" before the radio certificationnumber only signifies that Industry Canadatechnical specifications were met.
The typical operating range for yourtransmitter is approximately 33 ft (10 m).Vehicles equipped with the remote startfeature have a greater range.
One of the following could cause a decreasein operating range:
•Weather conditions.
•Nearby radio towers.
•Structures around your vehicle.
•Other vehicles parked next to yourvehicle.
The radio frequency used by your remotecontrol can also be used by other radiotransmitters, for example amateur radios,medical equipment, wireless headphones,wireless remote controls, cell phones, batterychargers and alarm systems. If thefrequencies are jammed, you will not be ableto use your remote control. You can lock andunlock the doors with the key.
Note:Make sure to lock your vehicle beforeleaving it unattended.
Note:If you are in range, the remote controlwill operate if you press any buttonunintentionally.
Note:The remote control contains sensitiveelectrical components. Exposure to moistureor impact may cause permanent damage.
Intelligent Access
The system uses a radio frequency signal tocommunicate with your vehicle and authorizeyour vehicle to unlock when one of thefollowing conditions are met:
•You activate the front exterior doorhandle switch.
•You press the luggage compartmentbutton.
•You press a button on the transmitter.
If excessive radio frequency interference ispresent in the area or if the transmitterbattery is low, you may need to mechanicallyunlock your door. You can use themechanical key blade in your intelligentaccess key to open the driver door in thissituation. See Remote Control (page 58).
REMOTE CONTROL
Intelligent Access Key
Note:You may not be able to shift out ofpark (P) unless the intelligent access key isinside your vehicle.
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2. Twist a thin coin under the tab hiddenbehind the key blade head to removethe battery cover.
3. Insert a suitable tool, for example ascrewdriver, in the position shown andcarefully remove the battery.
4. Install new battery with the + facingupward.
5. Reinstall the battery housing cover ontothe transmitter and install the key blade.
Car Finder
Press the button twice within threeseconds. The horn sounds and thedirection indicators flash. Werecommend you use this method to locateyour vehicle, rather than using the panicalarm.
Sounding the Panic Alarm
Note:The panic alarm only operates whenthe ignition is off.
Press the button to sound thepanic alarm. Press the buttonagain or switch the ignition on todeactivate.
Remote Start
WARNING
To avoid exhaust fumes, do not useremote start if your vehicle is parkedindoors or in areas that are not wellventilated.
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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
MyKey allows you to program keys withrestricted driving modes to promote gooddriving habits. All but one of the keys can beactivated with these restricted modes.
Any keys that remain unprogrammed arereferred to as administrator keys or adminkeys. They can be used to:
•Create a MyKey.
•Program configurable MyKey settings.
•Clear all MyKey features.
When you have created a MyKey, you canaccess the following information by usingthe information display to determine:
•How many admin keys and MyKeys areprogrammed to your vehicle.
•The total distance your vehicle traveledwith a MyKey.
Note:Switch the vehicle on to use thesystem.
Note:All MyKeys are programmed to thesame settings. You cannot program themindividually.
Note:For vehicles equipped withpush-button start, when both a MyKey andan admin remote transmitter are present,the admin remote transmitter will berecognized by the vehicle while switchingthe vehicle on to start the vehicle.
Non-configurable Settings
The following settings cannot be changedby an admin key user:
•Safety belt reminder. You cannot disablethis feature. The audio system will mutewhen the driver and front seatpassengers’ safety belts are not fastened.
•Early low fuel or charge. The low-fuel orlow charge warning activates earlier,giving the MyKey user more time to refuelor recharge.
•Driver assist features, if equipped on yourvehicle, are forced on: parking aid, BlindSpot Information System (BLIS) with crosstraffic alert and forward collision warning.
•Satellite radio adult content restrictions,if equipped on your vehicle.
Configurable Settings
With an admin key, you can configure certainMyKey settings when you first create aMyKey and before you recycle the key orrestart the vehicle. You can also change thesettings afterward with an admin key.
•A vehicle speed limit can be set.Warnings will be shown in the displayfollowed by an audible tone when yourvehicle reaches the set speed. Youcannot override the set speed by fullydepressing the accelerator pedal or bysetting cruise control.
WARNING
Do not set MyKey maximum speed limitto a limit that will prevent the driverfrom maintaining a safe speed consideringposted speed limits and prevailing roadconditions. The driver is always responsibleto drive in accordance with local laws andprevailing conditions. Failure to do so couldresult in accident or injury.
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2. With the buttons facing the rear of yourvehicle and the key ring up, place thefirst intelligent access key into thebackup slot inside the center console.
3. Press the push button ignition switchonce and wait a few seconds.
4. Press the push button ignition switchagain and remove the key.
5. Insert the second programmed key intothe backup slot, then press the pushbutton ignition switch.
The factory-set code appears in theinformation display for a few seconds.
Note:The code may not display until afterany other warning messages first display.
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MANUAL LIFTGATE (If Equipped)
WARNINGS
It is extremely dangerous to ride in acargo area, inside or outside of avehicle. In a crash, people riding in theseareas are more likely to be seriously injuredor killed. Do not allow people to ride in anyarea of your vehicle that is not equipped withseats and seatbelts. Make sure everyone inyour vehicle is in a seat and properly usinga seatbelt. Failure to follow this warningcould result in serious personal injury ordeath..
Make sure to close and latch theliftgate to prevent drawing exhaustfumes into your vehicle. This will also preventpassengers and cargo from falling out. If youmust drive with the liftgate open, keep thevents or windows open so outside air comesinto your vehicle. Failure to follow thiswarning could result in serious personalinjury.
Note:Be careful when opening or closingthe liftgate in a garage or other enclosedarea to avoid damaging the liftgate.
Note: Do not hang anything, for example abike rack, from the glass or liftgate. Thiscould damage the liftgate and itscomponents.
Note: Do not leave the liftgate open whiledriving. This could damage the liftgate andits components.
Opening the Liftgate
Manually
1. Press the button to unlatch the liftgate.
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2. Pull the liftgate upward.
With the Remote Control
Press the button twice within threeseconds, and then pull on theoutside handle.
Closing the Liftgate
A handle is located inside the liftgate to helpwith closing.
POWER LIFTGATE (If Equipped)
WARNINGS
It is extremely dangerous to ride in acargo area, inside or outside of avehicle. In a crash, people riding in theseareas are more likely to be seriously injuredor killed. Do not allow people to ride in anyarea of your vehicle that is not equipped withseats and seatbelts. Make sure everyone inyour vehicle is in a seat and properly usinga seatbelt. Failure to follow this warningcould result in serious personal injury ordeath.
Make sure to close and latch theliftgate to prevent drawing exhaustfumes into your vehicle. This will also preventpassengers and cargo from falling out. If youmust drive with the liftgate open, keep thevents or windows open so outside air comesinto your vehicle. Failure to follow thiswarning could result in serious personalinjury.
WARNINGS
Keep keys out of reach of children. Donot allow children to operate or playnear an open or moving power liftgate. Youshould supervise the operation of the powerliftgate at all times.
Note: Make sure that you close the liftgatebefore operating or moving your vehicle,especially in an enclosure, like a garage ora parking structure. This could damage theliftgate and its components.
Note: Do not hang anything, for example abike rack, from the glass or liftgate. Thiscould damage the liftgate and itscomponents.
The liftgate only operates with thetransmission in park (P).
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