keyless LINCOLN MKZ HYBRID 2019 User Guide

ActionMessage
Displays when the door switches have been disabled.Switches Inhibited Security Mode
Displays when there is a system malfunction with the child locks. Contact your authorized dealeras soon as possible.Child Lock Malfunction Service Required
Displays the factory keypad code after the keypad has been reset. See Keyless Entry (page73).Factory Keypad Code {X X X X X}
Driver Alert
ActionMessage
Stop and rest as soon as it is safe to do so.Driver Alert Warning Rest Now
Take a rest soon.Driver Alert Warning Rest Suggested
Fuel
ActionMessage
Displayed as an early reminder of a low fuel condition.Fuel Level Low
Displayed when the fuel fill inlet may not be properly closed.Check Fuel Fill Inlet
Wait for up to 15 seconds while the fuel system depressurizes.Fuel Door Opening
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Information Displays

GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING: Extended idling at highengine speeds can produce very hightemperatures in the engine and exhaustsystem, creating the risk of fire or otherdamage.
WARNING: Do not park, idle or driveyour vehicle on dry grass or other dry groundcover. The emission system heats up theengine compartment and exhaust system,creating the risk of fire.
WARNING: Do not start the vehicle ina closed garage or in other enclosed areas.Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always openthe garage door before you start the vehicle.
WARNING: If you smell exhaust fumesinside your vehicle, have your vehiclechecked by an authorized dealerimmediately. Do not drive your vehicle if yousmell exhaust fumes.
If you disconnect the battery, your vehiclemay exhibit some unusual drivingcharacteristics for approximately 5 mi (8 km)after you reconnect it. This is because theengine management system must realignitself with the engine. You can disregard anyunusual driving characteristics during thisperiod.
The powertrain control system meets allCanadian interference-causing equipmentstandard requirements regulating theimpulse electrical field or radio noise.
When you start your vehicle, avoid pressingthe accelerator pedal until the ready to driveindicator illuminates. Only use theaccelerator pedal when you have difficultystarting your vehicle.
KEYLESS STARTING
Note:The keyless starting system may notfunction if the key is close to metal objectsor electronic devices such as cellularphones.
Note:A valid key must be located insideyour vehicle to switch the ignition on andstart the vehicle.
Ignition Modes
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Starting and Stopping the EngineE164319

The keyless starting system has threemodes:
•Off: Turns the ignition off.
•Without applying the brake pedal,press and release the button oncewhen the ignition is in the on mode,or when the vehicle is running but isnot moving.
•On: All electrical circuits are operationaland the warning lamps and indicatorsilluminate.
•Without applying the brake pedal,press and release the button once.
•Start: Starts the vehicle. The engine maynot start when the vehicle starts.
•Press the brake pedal, and then pressthe button until the vehicle starts. Anindicator light on the buttonilluminates when the ignition is onand when the vehicle starts.
STARTING A HYBRID ELECTRIC
VEHICLE SYSTEM
When the engine starts for the first time onyour drive, the idle speed increases, thishelps to warm up the engine. If the engineidle speed does not slow down automatically,have your vehicle checked by an authorizeddealer.
Note: You can crank the engine for a totalof 60 seconds without the engine startingbefore the starting system temporarilydisables. The 60 seconds does not have tobe all at once. For example, if you crank theengine three times for 20 seconds each time,without the engine starting, you reached the60-second time limit. A message appearsin the information display alerting you thatyou exceeded the cranking time. Youcannot attempt to start the engine for atleast 15 minutes.
Note: After 15 minutes, you are limited to a15-second engine cranking time. You needto wait 60 minutes before you can crank theengine for 60 seconds again.
Before starting your vehicle, check thefollowing:
•Make sure all occupants have fastenedtheir seatbelts.
•Make sure the headlamps and electricalaccessories are off.
•Make sure the parking brake is on.
•Put the transmission in P.
Note:Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1. Fully depress the brake pedal.
2. Press the button.
Note:The green ready indicator illuminatesletting you know that your vehicle is readyfor driving. Since your vehicle is equippedwith a silent key start, the engine may notstart when your vehicle starts. See HybridVehicle Operation (page 171).
The system does not function if:
•The key frequencies are jammed.
•The key battery has no charge.
If you are unable to start your vehicle, do thefollowing:
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Starting and Stopping the Engine

During fuel freshness mode:
•The information display will indicate fuelfreshness mode is active.
•The vehicle will only run in hybrid mode. EV Now mode will not be available.
•Most of the plug-in power will be storeduntil fuel freshness mode is completed.
Note:EV Now mode resumes when less than1.2 gal (4.5 L) of fuel remains in the fuel tank.
Note:When the fuel level is less thanone-quarter full, refueling your vehicle willend fuel freshness mode.
Note:We recommend you use a fuelstabilizer if you use less than a full tank offuel during an 18-month period.
FUEL FILLER FUNNEL LOCATION
The fuel filler funnel is under the luggagecompartment floor covering.RUNNING OUT OF FUEL
Avoid running out of fuel because thissituation may have an adverse effect onvehicle components.
If you have run out of fuel:
•To start the vehicle with a keylessignition, just start the engine. Crank timewill be longer than usual.
•Normally, adding 1 gal (3.8 L) of fuel isenough to restart the vehicle. If thevehicle is out of fuel and on a steepgrade, more than 1 gal (3.8 L) may berequired.
•The service engine soon indicator maycome on.
Refilling With a Portable Fuel Container
WARNING: Flow of fuel through a fuelpump nozzle can produce static electricity.This can cause a fire if you are filling anungrounded fuel container.
WARNING: Do not insert the nozzle ofa fuel container or an aftermarket funnel intothe fuel filler neck. This may damage the fuelsystem filler neck or its seal and cause fuelto run onto the ground.
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A/CSee: Climate Control............................................141
About This Manual............................................7ABSSee: Brakes...........................................................196
ABS driving hintsSee: Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes................................................................197
Accessories....................................................481Exterior Style.........................................................481Interior Style..........................................................481Lifestyle..................................................................481Peace of Mind......................................................481
AccessoriesSee: Replacement Parts Recommendation.....13
ACCSee: Using Adaptive Cruise Control.............223
Active Park Assist..........................................210Using Active Park Assist.....................................211
Adaptive Headlamps.....................................90System Check.........................................................91
Adjusting the Headlamps.............................311Horizontal Aim Adjustment...............................312Vertical Aim Adjustment.....................................311
Adjusting the Steering Wheel.....................80End of Travel Position..........................................80
Memory Feature....................................................80
AFSSee: Adaptive Headlamps..................................90
Airbag Disposal...............................................56Air ConditioningSee: Climate Control............................................141
Air FilterSee: Changing the Engine Air Filter...............312
AlarmSee: Anti-Theft Alarm...........................................78
Ambient Lighting.............................................93Adjusting the Brightness.....................................93Changing the Color..............................................93Switching Ambient Lighting Off........................93Switching Ambient Lighting On........................93
Anti-Theft Alarm..............................................78Arming the Alarm..................................................79Disarming the Alarm.............................................79
Appendices.....................................................516Apps..................................................................441..................................................................................441SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link......................442
At a Glance........................................................17Audible Warnings and Indicators..............109Headlamps On Warning Chime.......................109Keyless Warning Alert........................................109Parking Brake On Warning Chime..................109
Audio Control....................................................81Seek, Next or Previous.........................................81
Audio System................................................366General Information...........................................366
Audio Unit......................................................368Adjusting the Volume........................................368Changing Radio Stations..................................368Ejecting the CD...................................................368Inserting a CD.....................................................369Selecting the Audio Modes.............................369Switching the Audio Unit On and Off............369Using Seek, Fast Forward and Reverse.......369
Auto Hold........................................................199Using Auto Hold.................................................200
Autolamps.........................................................87Windshield Wiper Activated Headlamps........88
Automatic Climate Control...........................141Directing Air to the Footwell Air Vents...........141Directing Air to the Instrument Panel AirVents...................................................................141Setting the Blower Motor Speed......................141Setting the Temperature.....................................141Switching Auto Mode On and Off....................141Switching Defrost On and Off...........................141Switching Dual Zone Mode On and Off........142Switching Maximum Air Conditioning On andOff.......................................................................142Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off.......142
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Driving:....................................................................171Driving to Optimize Fuel Economy.................173Engine:....................................................................172Starting:...................................................................171Stopping:.................................................................171Transmission Operation:....................................172
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In California (U.S. Only)...............................272Information Display Control.........................82Information Displays......................................110General Information.............................................110
Information Messages..................................121Active Park............................................................122Adaptive Cruise Control....................................122Adaptive Headlamps..........................................123AdvanceTrac™.......................................................123Airbag.....................................................................124Alarm......................................................................124Automatic Engine Shutdown............................124Battery and Charging System (12 volt)...........125Battery and Charging System (HighVoltage).............................................................125Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic AlertSystem...............................................................126Doors and Locks..................................................126Driver Alert............................................................127
Fuel..........................................................................127Hill Start Assist.....................................................128Keys and Intelligent Access.............................128Lane Keeping System........................................130Maintenance.........................................................130MyKey.....................................................................132Park Aid..................................................................133Park Brake.............................................................133Power Steering.....................................................134Pre-Collision Assist.............................................135Remote Start.........................................................135Seats.......................................................................136Starting System ...................................................136Tire Pressure Monitoring System....................137Traction Control....................................................137Transmission.........................................................138
Installing Child Restraints..............................21Child Seats..............................................................21Using Lap and Shoulder Belts............................21Using Lower Anchors and Tethers forCHildren (LATCH).............................................27Using Tether Straps..............................................29
Instrument Cluster........................................102Instrument Lighting Dimmer........................88Instrument Panel Overview...........................17Interior Lamps..................................................92Front Interior Lamp...............................................92Rear Interior Lamps..............................................93
Interior Luggage CompartmentRelease...........................................................75Interior Mirror...................................................98Auto-Dimming Mirror...........................................98
Introduction.........................................................7
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Jump Starting the Vehicle..........................264Connecting the Jumper Cables.....................264Jump Starting......................................................265Preparing Your Vehicle.....................................264Removing the Jumper Cables........................266
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Keyless Entry....................................................73SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRYKEYPAD...............................................................73
Keyless Starting.............................................166Ignition Modes.....................................................166
Keys and Remote Controls...........................57
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Lane Keeping System.................................234Switching the System On and Off..................235
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