trailer LINCOLN MKZ 2013 Owners Manual

Universal Garage Door
Opener
Universal Garage Door Opener......142
Auxiliary Power Points
Auxiliary Power Points.......................147
Storage Compartments
Center Console....................................149
Overhead Console..............................149
Starting and Stopping the Engine
General Information
..........................150
Keyless Starting...................................150
Starting a Gasoline Engine..............152
Engine Block Heater
...........................153
Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions
.............................155
Fuel Quality
...........................................156
Running Out of Fuel...........................156
Refueling................................................158
Fuel Consumption
..............................160
Emission Control System..................161
Transmission
Automatic Transmission
..................165
Hill Start Assist
.....................................170
All-Wheel Drive
Using All-Wheel Drive.........................171
Brakes
General Information............................177 Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes..................................................178
Electric Parking Brake
........................178
Traction Control
Principle of Operation
........................181
Using Traction Control.......................181
Stability Control
Principle of Operation.......................182
Using Stability Control......................183
Parking Aids
Parking Aid
............................................184
Active Park Assist...............................186
Rear View Camera...............................191
Cruise Control
Principle of Operation.......................195
Using Cruise Control..........................195
Using Adaptive Cruise Control
.......196
Driving Aids
Driver Alert............................................203
Lane Keeping System......................208
Blind Spot Monitor..............................212
Steering...................................................217
Load Carrying
Load Limit..............................................219
Towing
Towing a Trailer
....................................227
Recommended Towing Weights...............................................227
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Fuels can also be harmful if
absorbed through the skin. If fuel
is splashed on the skin, clothing or
both, promptly remove
contaminated clothing and wash
skin thoroughly with soap and
water. Repeated or prolonged skin
contact with fuel liquid or vapor
causes skin irritation.
• Be particularly careful if you are
taking “Antabuse ” or other forms
of disulfiram for the treatment of
alcoholism. Breathing gasoline
vapors, or skin contact could cause
an adverse reaction. In sensitive
individuals, serious personal injury
or sickness may result. If fuel is
splashed on the skin, promptly
wash skin thoroughly with soap
and water. Consult a physician
immediately if you experience an
adverse reaction.
FUEL QUALITY
Note: We recommend that you use
only high quality fuel without additives
or other engine treatments.
Do not use leaded gasoline or gasoline
with additives containing other
metallic compounds (e.g.
manganese-based). They could
damage the emission system.
Choosing the Right Fuel
Note: Use of any fuel other than those
recommended may cause powertrain
damage, a loss of vehicle performance
and repairs may not be covered under
warranty. If your vehicle is not a flexible fuel
vehicle, then only use unleaded fuel
or unleaded fuel blended with a
maximum of 15% ethanol. Do not use
fuel ethanol (E85), diesel fuel, fuel
methanol, leaded fuel or any other
fuel because it could damage or
impair the emission control system.
The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by
law.
Your vehicle was not designed to use
fuel or fuel additives with metallic
compounds, including
manganese-based additives.
Octane Recommendations
Regular unleaded gasoline with a
pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87 is
recommended. Some fuel stations
offer fuels posted as regular with an
octane rating below 87, particularly in
high altitude areas. Do not use fuels
that have a posted rating below 87
octane. Premium fuel will provide
improved performance and is
recommended for severe duty usage
such as trailer tow.
Do not be concerned if your engine
sometimes knocks lightly. However,
if it knocks heavily while you are using
fuel with the recommended octane
rating, see your authorized dealer to
prevent any engine damage.
RUNNING OUT OF FUEL
Avoid running out of fuel because this
situation may have an adverse effect
on vehicle components.
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You can manually release the electric
parking brake by turning the ignition
on, pressing the brake pedal and then
pressing the electric parking brake
switch.
When the electric parking brake is
released, the brake system warning
lamp will turn off.
Driving with a Trailer
Depending on the grade and the
weight of the trailer, your vehicle and
trailer may roll backwards slightly
when you start on a slope. To prevent
this from happening, do the following:
1. Pull the switch up and hold it in
this position.
2. Drive your vehicle, then release the
switch when you notice that the
engine has developed sufficient
driving force.
Automatic release - drive away
release
Note: The driver's door must be closed
and the driver's safety belt must be
fastened before this feature will
operate.
Note: If the electric parking brake
warning lamp stays illuminated, the
electric parking brake will not
automatically release. You must
release the electric parking brake using
the electric parking brake switch.
Note: The engine must be running and
the accelerator pedal must be pressed
before the drive away release feature
will operate. The brake system warning lamp will
go off to confirm that the electric
parking brake has been released.
Note:
The electric parking brake drive
away release makes starting on a hill
easier. This feature will release the
parking brake automatically when the
vehicle has sufficient drive force to
move up the hill. To assure drive away
release when starting uphill, press the
accelerator pedal quickly.
Battery With No Charge WARNING
You will not be able to apply or
release the electric parking brake
if the battery is low or has no charge. If the battery is low or has no charge,
use jumper cables and a booster
battery.
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Brakes

PARKING AID (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNINGS
To help avoid personal injury,
please read and understand the
limitations of the system as contained
in this section. Sensing is only an aid
for some (generally large and fixed)
objects when moving in reverse on a
flat surface at parking speeds. Traffic
control systems, inclement weather,
air brakes, and external motors and
fans may also affect the function of
the sensing system; this may include
reduced performance or a false
activation. To help avoid personal injury,
always use caution when in R
(Reverse) and when using the sensing
system. This system is not designed to
prevent contact with small or
moving objects. The system is
designed to provide a warning to
assist the driver in detecting large
stationary objects to avoid damaging
the vehicle. The system may not
detect smaller objects, particularly
those close to the ground. Certain add-on devices such as
large trailer hitches, bike or
surfboard racks and any device that
may block the normal detection zone
of the system, may create false beeps. Note:
Keep the sensors, located on the
bumper or fascia, free from snow, ice
and large accumulations of dirt. If the
sensors are covered, the system ’s
accuracy can be affected. Do not clean
the sensors with sharp objects.
Note: If your vehicle sustains damage
to the bumper or fascia, leaving it
misaligned or bent, the sensing zone
may be altered causing inaccurate
measurement of obstacles or false
alarms.
Note: If your vehicle is equipped with
MyKey®, it is possible to prevent
turning the sensing system off. See
MyKey®
(page 58).
The sensing system warns the driver
of obstacles within a certain range of
the bumper area. The system turns on
automatically whenever the ignition
is switched on.
When receiving a detection warning,
the radio volume is reduced to a
predetermined level. After the warning
goes away, the radio volume returns
to the previous level.
The system can be switched off
through the information display menu
or from the pop-up message that
appears once the transmission is
shifted into
R. See General
Information (page 100).
If a fault is present in the system, a
warning message appears in the
information display and does not
allow the driver to switch the faulted
system on. See
Information
Messages (page 105).
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Parking Aids

Note:
The sensors may not detect
objects with surfaces that absorb
ultrasonic waves.
The system detects an available
parallel parking space and
automatically steers the vehicle into
the space (hands-free) while you
control the accelerator, gearshift and
brakes. The system visually and
audibly instructs you to park the
vehicle.
The system may not function correctly
if something passes between the front
bumper and the parking space (i.e. a
pedestrian or cyclist) or if the edge of
the neighboring parked vehicle is high
from the ground (i.e. a bus, tow truck
or flatbed truck).
The system should not be used if:
• a foreign object (i.e. bike rack or
trailer) is attached to the front or
rear of the vehicle or at another
location close to the sensors.
• an overhanging object (i.e.
surfboard) is attached to the roof. •
the front bumper or side sensors
are damaged (i.e. in a collision) or
obstructed by a foreign object (i.e.
front bumper cover).
• a mini-spare tire is in use.
Using Active Park Assist Press the button located on
the right side of the center
stack.
The touch screen displays a message
and a corresponding graphic to
indicate it's searching for a parking
space. Use the turn signal to indicate
which side of the vehicle you want the
system to search on.
Note: If the turn signal is not on, the
system automatically searches on the
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REAR VIEW CAMERA (IF
EQUIPPED) WARNINGS
The rear view camera system is
a reverse aid supplement device
that still requires the driver to use it in
conjunction with the interior and
exterior mirrors for maximum
coverage. Objects that are close to either
corner of the bumper or under
the bumper, might not be seen on the
screen due to the limited coverage of
the camera system. Back up as slow as possible
since higher speeds might limit
your reaction time to stop the vehicle. Use caution when using the rear
video camera and the trunk is
ajar. If the trunk is ajar, the camera will
be out of position and the video image
may be incorrect. All guidelines (if
enabled) have been removed when
the trunk is ajar. Use caution when turning
camera features on or off while
in R (Reverse). Make sure the vehicle
is not moving. The rear view camera system provides
a video image of the area behind the
vehicle. The image will be displayed
in either in the rear view mirror or the
display in the center of the instrument
panel. During operation, lines appear in the
display which represent your vehicle
’s
path and proximity to objects behind
the vehicle. The camera is located on the trunk
near the CHMSL.
Using the Rear View Camera
System
The rear view camera system displays
what is behind your vehicle when you
place the transmission in R (Reverse).
The system uses three types of guides
to help you see what is behind your
vehicle:
•
Active guidelines: Show the
intended path of your vehicle when
reversing.
• Fixed guidelines: Show the actual
path your vehicle is moving in while
reversing in a straight line. This can
be helpful when backing into a
parking space or aligning your
vehicle with another object behind
you.
• Centerline (If applicable): Helps
align the center of your vehicle
with an object (i.e. a trailer).
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Note:
If the transmission is in R
(Reverse) and the luggage
compartment is ajar, no rear view
camera features are displayed.
Note: If the image comes on while the
transmission is not in R (Reverse), have
the system inspected by your
authorized dealer.
Note: When towing, the camera only
sees what is being towed behind your
vehicle. This might not provide
adequate coverage as it usually
provides in normal operation and some
objects might not be seen. In some
vehicles, the guidelines may disappear
once the trailer tow connector is
engaged.
Note: The camera may not operate
correctly under the following
conditions:
• Nighttime or dark areas if one or
both reverse lamps are not
operating.
• The camera's view is obstructed
by mud, water or debris. Clean the
lens with a soft, lint-free cloth and
non-abrasive cleaner.
• The rear of the vehicle is hit or
damaged, causing the camera to
become misaligned.
To access any of the rear view camera
system settings, make the following
selections in the touch screen when
the transmission is not in R (Reverse):
• Menu > Vehicle > Rear View
Camera
After changing a system setting, the
touch screen shows a preview of the
selected features. Guidelines and the Centerline
Note:
Active guidelines and fixed
guidelines are only available when the
transmission is in R (Reverse).
Note: The centerline is only available
if Active or Fixed guidelines are on. Active guidelines
A
Centerline
B
Fixed guideline: Green zone
C
Fixed guideline: Yellow zone
D
Fixed guideline: Red zone
E
Rear bumper
F
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Detection issues can occur:
When driving on a different
line than the vehicle in front.
A
With vehicles that edge into
your lane. These vehicles can
only be detected once they
have moved fully into your
lane.
B
There may be issues with the
detection of vehicles in front
when driving into and coming
out of a bend or curve in the
road.
C
In these cases the system may brake
late or unexpectedly. The driver
should stay alert and intervene when
necessary.
If the front end of the vehicle is hit or
damaged, the radar sensing zone may
be altered causing missed or false
vehicle detections. See your
authorized dealer to have the radar
checked for proper coverage and
operation.
System Not Available
Conditions which can cause the
system to deactivate or prevent the
system from activating when
requested include:
• a blocked sensor
• high brake temperature
• a failure in the system or a related
system. Blocked Sensor WARNINGS
Do not use the system when
towing a trailer with brake
controls. Aftermarket trailer brakes
will not function properly when the
system is activated because the
brakes are electronically controlled.
Failing to do so may result in loss of
vehicle control, which could result in
serious injury. Do not use tires sizes other than
those recommended because
this can affect the normal operation
of the system. Failing to do so may
result in a loss of vehicle control,
which could result in serious injury. A message will display if the radar
signals from the sensor have been
obstructed. The sensor is located
behind a fascia cover near the driver
side of the lower grille. A vehicle
ahead cannot be detected and the
system will not function when the
radar signals are obstructed. The
following table lists possible causes
and actions for this message being
displayed.
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The following are other situations that
may limit the BLIS:
•
Certain maneuvering of vehicles
entering and exiting the blind zone.
• Vehicles passing through the blind
zone at very fast rates.
• When several vehicles forming a
convoy pass through the blind
zone.
The following are other situations that
may limit the cross traffic alert
system:
• Adjacently parked vehicles or
objects obstructing the sensors.
• Approaching vehicles passing at
speeds greater than 15 mph (24
km/h).
• Driving in reverse faster than 5
mph (8 km/h).
• Backing out of an angled parking
spot.
False Alerts
Note: If a trailer is connected to the
vehicle the BLIS system may detect the
trailer causing a false alert. You may
want to turn the BLIS off manually.
There may be certain instances when
either the BLIS or cross traffic alert
systems illuminate the alert indicator
with no vehicle in the coverage zone;
this is known as a false alert. Some
amount of false alerts are normal;
they are temporary and self-correct. System Errors
If either system senses a problem with
the left or right sensor, the BLIS
telltale will illuminate and a message
will appear in the information display.
All other system faults will only be
displayed by a message in the
information display.
Switching the Systems Off and On
One or both systems can be switched
off temporarily by using the
information display control. See
General Information (page 100).
When the BLIS is switched off, you will
not receive alerts and a telltale
illuminates in the information display.
Note: The CTA system always
switches on whenever the ignition is
switched on. However, the BLIS system
will remember the last selected on or
off setting.
One or both systems cannot be
switched off when MyKey is used. See
General Information
(page 337).
One or both systems can also be
switched off permanently at your
authorized dealer. Once switched off,
switching it back on must also be
done at your authorized dealer.
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Driving Aids

LOAD LIMIT
Vehicle loading - with and
without a trailer
This section will guide you in the
proper loading of your vehicle,
trailer or both, to keep your loaded
vehicle weight within its design
rating capability, with or without
a trailer. Properly loading your
vehicle will provide maximum
return of vehicle design
performance. Before loading your
vehicle, familiarize yourself with
the following terms for
determining your vehicle
’s weight
ratings, with or without a trailer,
from the vehicle ’s Tire Label or
Safety Compliance Certification
Label:
Base Curb Weight - is the weight
of the vehicle including a full tank
of fuel and all standard
equipment. It does not include
passengers, cargo, or optional
equipment.
Vehicle Curb Weight -
is the
weight of your new vehicle when
you picked it up from your
authorized dealer plus any
aftermarket equipment. Payload -
is the combined weight
of cargo and passengers that the
vehicle is carrying. The maximum
payload for your vehicle can be
found on the Tire Label on the
B-Pillar or the edge of the driver ’s
door (vehicles exported outside
the US and Canada may not have
a Tire Label). Look for
“THE
COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO
SHOULD NEVER EXCEED XXX
kg OR XXX lb.
” for maximum
payload. The payload listed on the
Tire Label is the maximum
payload for the vehicle as built by
the assembly plant. If any
aftermarket or authorized-dealer
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