Ford MKZ 2012 Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Introduction 4

Instrument Cluster 12

Warning lights and chimes 12
Gauges 17
Message center 18

Entertainment Systems 27

AM/FM stereo with CDX6/MP3 27
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 35
USB port 37
Satellite radio information 39
Navigation system 42
SYNC威 42

Climate Controls 43

Dual automatic temperature control 43
Navigation system based climate control 46
Rear window defroster 50

Lights 52

Headlamps 52
Turn signal control 57
Interior lamps 58
Bulb replacement 59

Driver Controls 68

Windshield wiper/washer control 68
Steering wheel adjustment 69
Power windows 74
Mirrors 76
Speed control 78
Moonroof 81

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Locks and Security 90

Keys 90
Locks 96
Child safety locks 100
Anti-theft system 108

Seating and Safety Restraints 114

Seating 114
Personal Safety System™ 127
Safety belt system 131
Airbags 141
Child restraints 157

Tires, Wheels and Loading 174

Tire information 174
Tire inflation 176
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 189
Vehicle loading 193
Trailer towing 199
Recreational towing 200

Driving 201

Starting 201
Brakes 206
AdvanceTrac威 208
Transmission operation 215
Reverse sensing system 218
Rear-view camera system 220

Roadside Emergencies 236

Getting roadside assistance 236
Hazard flasher switch 237
Fuel pump shut-off switch 238
Fuses and relays 238
Changing tires 246
Wheel lug nut torque 252
Jump starting 253
Wrecker towing 256

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Customer Assistance 258

Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 266
Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 266

Cleaning 267

Maintenance and Specifications 274

Engine compartment 276
Changing the wiper blades 277
Engine oil 278
Battery 281
Engine coolant 283
Fuel information 289
Air filter(s) 303
Part numbers 307
Maintenance product specifications and capacities 308
Engine data 311

Accessories 314

Ford Extended Service Plan 316

Scheduled Maintenance 320

Normal scheduled maintenance and log 326

Index 339

The information contained in this publication was correct at the time of going to
print. In the interest of continuous development, we reserve the right to change
specifications, design or equipment at any time without notice or obligation. No
part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, stored in a retrieval
system or translated into any language in any form by any means without our
written permission. Errors and omissions excepted.

© Ford Motor Company 2012

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CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations on acquiring your new Lincoln. Please take the time to
get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The
more you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the
safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it.

For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the
following website:

• In the United States: www.ford.com

• In Canada: www.ford.ca

• In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx

• In Australia: www.ford.com.au

Additional owner information is given in separate publications.
This Owner’s Guide describes every option and model variant available

and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your
particular vehicle. Furthermore, due to printing cycles it may describe
options before they are generally available.

Remember to pass on the Owner’s Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is
an integral part of the vehicle.

WARNING: Fuel pump shut-off: In the event of an accident

this feature will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the
engine. It can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g. collision
when parking). To restart your vehicle, refer to Fuel pump shut-off in
the Roadside Emergencies chapter.

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SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION

Warning symbols in this guide

How can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? In
this guide, answers to such questions are contained in comments
highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should be
read and observed.

Warning symbols on your vehicle

When you see this symbol, it is
imperative that you consult the
relevant section of this guide before
touching or attempting adjustment
of any kind.

Protecting the environment

We must all play our part in
protecting the environment. Correct
vehicle usage and the authorized
disposal of waste, cleaning and
lubrication materials are significant
steps toward this aim. Information in this respect is highlighted in this
guide with the tree symbol.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and

certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and
certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.

PERCHLORATE MATERIAL

Certain components of this vehicle such as airbag modules, safety belt
pretensioners, and button cell batteries may contain Perchlorate Material
– Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

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BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE

Your vehicle does not need an extensive break-in. Try not to drive
continuously at the same speed for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of
new vehicle operation. Vary your speed frequently in order to give the
moving parts a chance to break in.

Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils since
these additives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in the
Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on oil
usage.

SPECIAL NOTICES

New Vehicle Limited Warranty

For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered by
your vehicle’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty, refer to the Warranty
Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’s Guide.

Special instructions

For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic
controls.

WARNING: Please read the section Airbag Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS) in the Seating and Safety Restraints

chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could
result in personal injury.

WARNING: Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats
should NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger airbag.

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DATA RECORDING

Service Data Recording

Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting and
storing diagnostic information about your vehicle. This potentially
includes information about the performance or status of various systems
and modules in the vehicle, such as engine, throttle, steering or brake
systems. In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford
Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may
access or share among them vehicle diagnostic information received
through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing
your vehicle. For U.S. only (if equipped), if you choose to use the SYNC威
Vehicle Health Report, you consent that certain diagnostic information
may also be accessed electronically by Ford Motor Company and Ford
authorized service facilities, and that the diagnostic information may be
used for any purpose. See your SYNC威 supplement for more information.

Event Data Recording

This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The
main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near
crash-like situations, such as an airbag deployment or hitting a
road obstacle; this data will assist in understanding how a
vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data
related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period
of time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is
designed to record such data as:

• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;

• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were

buckled/fastened;

• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator

and/or the brake pedal; and

• How fast the vehicle was travelling; and

• Where the driver was positioning the steering wheel.

This data can help provide a better understanding of the
circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur.

Note: EDR data is recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial
crash situation occurs; no data is recorded by the EDR under
normal driving conditions and no personal data or information
(e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) is recorded (see

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limitations regarding 911 Assist and Traffic, directions and
Information privacy below). However, parties, such as law
enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of
personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash
investigation.

To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required,
and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the
vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement,
that have such special equipment, can read the information if
they have access to the vehicle or the EDR. Ford Motor Company
and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder
information without obtaining consent, unless pursuant to court
order or where required by law enforcement, other government
authorities or other third parties acting with lawful authority.
Other parties may seek to access the information independently
of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada.

Note: Including to the extent that any law pertaining to Event Data
Recorders applies to SYNC威 or its features, please note the
following: Once 911 Assist (if equipped) is enabled (set ON), 911
Assist may, through any paired and connected cell phone, disclose
to emergency services that the vehicle has been in a crash involving
the deployment of an airbag or, in certain vehicles, the activation of
the fuel pump shut-off. Certain versions or updates to 911 Assist
may also be capable of being used to electronically or verbally
provide to 911 operators the vehicle location (such as latitude and
longitude), and/or other details about the vehicle or crash or
personal information about the occupants to assist 911 operators
to provide the most appropriate emergency services. If you do not
want to disclose this information, do not activate the 911 Assist
feature. See your SYNC威 supplement for more information.

Additionally, when you connect to Traffic, Directions and
Information (if equipped, U.S. only), the service uses GPS
technology and advanced vehicle sensors to collect the vehicle’s
current location, travel direction, and speed (“vehicle travel
information”), only to help provide you with the directions,
traffic reports, or business searches that you request. If you do
not want Ford or its vendors to receive this information, do not
activate the service. Ford Motor Company and the vendors it uses
to provide you with this information do not store your vehicle
travel information. For more information, see Traffic, Directions
and Information, Terms and Conditions. See your SYNC威
supplement for more information.

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CELL PHONE USE

The use of mobile communications equipment has become increasingly
important in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However,
drivers must not compromise their own or others’ safety when using
such equipment. Mobile communications can enhance personal safety
and security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency
situations. Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications
equipment to avoid negating these benefits.

Mobile communication equipment includes, but is not limited to, cellular
phones, pagers, portable email devices, text messaging devices and
portable two-way radios.

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle

control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that you
use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take
your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of your vehicle.
We recommend against the use of any handheld device while driving
and that you comply with all applicable laws.

EXPORT UNIQUE (NON–UNITED STATES/CANADA) VEHICLE
SPECIFIC INFORMATION

For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped with
features and options that are different from the features and options that
are described in this Owner’s Guide. A market unique supplement may
be supplied that complements this book. By referring to the market
unique supplement, if provided, you can properly identify those features,
recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle. This
Owner’s Guide is written primarily for the U.S. and Canadian Markets.
Features or equipment listed as standard may be different on units built
for Export. Refer to this Owner’s Guide for all other required

information and warnings.

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These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Safety Alert

Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front

Airbag - Side

Child Seat Tether
Anchor

Anti-Lock Brake System Parking Brake System

Brake Fluid ­Non-Petroleum Based

Stability Control System Speed Control

Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher

Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment

See Owner’s Guide

Child Seat Lower
Anchor

Brake System

Parking Aid System

Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe

Windshield
Defrost/Demist

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Rear Window
Defrost/Demist

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Power Windows
Front/Rear

Child Safety Door
Lock/Unlock

Power Window Lockout

Interior Luggage
Compartment Release

Panic Alarm Engine Oil

Engine Coolant

Engine Coolant
Temperature

Do Not Open When Hot Battery

Avoid Smoking, Flames,
or Sparks

Battery Acid

Explosive Gas Fan Warning

Power Steering Fluid

Maintain Correct Fluid
Level

Service Engine Soon Engine Air Filter

MAX

MIN

Passenger Compartment
Air Filter

Check Fuel Cap

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Low Tire Pressure
Warning

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WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

Standard instrument cluster shown; metric cluster similar

Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may
become serious enough to cause extensive repairs. A warning light may
illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions.
Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the
bulbs work. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, refer to the
respective system warning light for additional information.

Note: Some warning lights are
reconfigurable telltale (RTT)
indicator lights and will illuminate in
the message center. These lights
function the same as the other
warning lights.

Service engine soon: The service
engine soon indicator light
illuminates when the ignition is first
turned to the on position to check
the bulb and to indicate whether the vehicle is ready for
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing. Normally, the service engine soon
light will stay on until the engine is cranked, then turn itself off if no
malfunctions are present. However, if after 15 seconds the service engine
soon light blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not ready for
I/M testing. See the Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M)
testing in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

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Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the on-board
diagnostics system (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Refer to
On-board diagnostics (OBD-II) in the Maintenance and Specifications
chapter. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could
damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid
heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced
immediately by your authorized dealer.

WARNING: Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust

temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel
system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly
causing a fire.

Brake system warning light: To
confirm the brake system warning
light is functional, it will
momentarily illuminate when the
ignition is turned to the on position
when the engine is not running, or in a position between on and start, or
by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the on
position. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this
time, seek service immediately from your authorized dealer. Illumination
after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level or a
brake system malfunction and the brake system should be inspected
immediately by your authorized dealer.

WARNING: Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning

light on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking
performance may occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle.
Have the vehicle checked by your authorized dealer. Driving extended
distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and
the risk of personal injury.

Anti-lock brake system: If the
ABS light stays illuminated or
continues to flash, a malfunction has
been detected, have the system
serviced immediately by your
authorized dealer. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake
warning light also is illuminated.

BRAKE

P!

ABS

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Airbag readiness: If this light fails
to illuminate when the ignition is
turned on, continues to flash or
remains on, have the system
serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. A chime will sound if
there is a malfunction in the indicator light.

Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten
your safety belt. A Belt-Minder威
chime will also sound to remind you
to fasten your safety belt. Refer to
the Seating and Safety Restraints
chapter to activate/deactivate the Belt-Minder威 chime feature.

Charging system (RTT):

Illuminates when the battery is not
charging properly. If it stays on
while the engine is running, there
may be a malfunction with the charging system. Contact your authorized
dealer as soon as possible. This indicates a problem with the electrical
system or a related component.

Engine oil pressure (RTT):

Illuminates in the message center
display when the oil pressure falls
below the normal range, refer to
Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

Engine coolant temperature
(RTT): Displays when the engine

coolant temperature is high. Stop
the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let it
cool. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications
chapter.

WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the
engine is running or hot.

Low fuel (RTT): Illuminates in the
message center when the fuel level
in the fuel tank is at or near empty.
Refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter.

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AdvanceTrac威/traction control:

Illuminates when the
AdvanceTrac威/traction control is
active. If the light remains on, have
the system serviced immediately,
refer to the Driving chapter for more information.

AdvanceTrac威/traction control
off light: Illuminates when the

AdvanceTrac威/traction control has
been disabled by the driver. Refer to
the Driving chapter for more
information.

Low tire pressure warning:

Illuminates when your tire pressure
is low. If the light remains on at
start up or while driving, the tire
pressure should be checked. Refer
to Inflating your tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. When
the ignition is first turned on, the light will illuminate for three seconds
to ensure the bulb is working. If the light does not turn on or begins to
flash, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. For more
information on this system, refer to Tire pressure monitoring system
(TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.

Speed control: Illuminates when
the speed control is engaged. Turns
off when the speed control system
is disengaged.

OFF

Anti-theft system: Flashes when
the SecuriLock威 passive anti-theft
system has been activated.

Throttle control/transmission
(RTT): Illuminates in the message

center display when a powertrain or
a AWD fault has been detected.
Contact your authorized dealer as
soon as possible.

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Door ajar (RTT): Illuminates in
the message center display when
the ignition is in the run position
and any door is not completely
closed.

Trunk ajar (RTT): Illuminates in
the message center display when
the ignition is in the run position
and the trunk is open.

Turn signal: Illuminates when the
left or right turn signal or the
hazard lights are turned on. If the
indicators flash faster, check for a burned out bulb.

High beams: Illuminates when the
high beam headlamps are turned on.

Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in the
ignition in the off, lock or accessory position and the driver’s door is
opened.

Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking
lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and the
driver’s door is opened.

Parking brake on warning chime: Sounds when the parking brake is
engaged and the vehicle is driven. If the warning remains after the
parking brake is disengaged, contact your authorized dealer as soon as
possible.

Message center activation chime: Sounds when some messages
appear in the message center display for the first time.

Turn signal on warning chime: Sounds when the turn signal has been
left on for an extended period of time.

Memory seat feedback chime: Sounds when saving/deleting memory
positions for seats, mirrors, etc.

Perimeter alarm warning chime: Sounds when using a key to unlock
the driver’s doors and the perimeter alarm is armed.

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Speedometer: Indicates the
current vehicle speed.

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Engine coolant temperature
gauge: Indicates engine coolant

temperature. At normal operating
temperature, the needle will be in
the normal range (between “H” and
“C”). If it enters the red section,

the engine is overheating. Stop
the vehicle as soon as safely
possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool.

WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the

engine is running or hot.

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Fuel gauge: Indicates
approximately how much fuel is left
in the fuel tank (when the ignition
is in the on position). The fuel
gauge may vary slightly when the
vehicle is in motion or on a grade.

The FUEL icon and arrow indicates
which side of the vehicle the fuel
filler door is located.

Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications
chapter for more information.

Tachometer: Indicates the engine
speed in revolutions per minute.
Driving with your tachometer
pointer continuously at the top of
the scale may damage the engine.

Odometer: Registers the total miles
(kilometers) of the vehicle.

Refer to Message center in this
chapter on how to switch the
display from Metric to English.

Trip odometer: Registers the miles
(kilometers) of individual journeys.
Press and release the message
center INFO button until TRIP A or
TRIP B appears in the display (this
represents the trip mode). Press
and hold the RESET button for two seconds to reset.

MESSAGE CENTER

Your vehicle’s message center allows you to configure/personalize certain
vehicle options to suit your needs.

The message center is also capable of monitoring many vehicle systems
and will alert you to potential vehicle problems and various conditions
with an informational message followed by a long indicator chime.

The message center display is located in the instrument cluster.
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Info (information menu)

Press INFO repeatedly to cycle
through the following features:

TRIP A/B

Registers the distance of individual journeys. Press and release INFO
until the A or B trip appears in the display (this represents the trip
mode). Press and hold RESET for two seconds to reset.

Refer to UNITS later in this section to switch the display from Metric to
English.

MYKEY MILES (km) (if programmed)

For more information refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter.

MILES (km) TO E

This displays an estimate of approximately how far you can drive with
the fuel remaining in your tank under normal driving conditions.
Remember to turn the ignition off when refueling to allow this feature to
correctly detect the added fuel.

LOW FUEL LEVEL will display when you have approximately 50 miles
(80 km), to empty. Press RESET to clear this warning message. It will
return at approximately 25 miles (40 km), 10 miles (16 km) and 0 miles
(0 km) miles to empty.

Distance to empty is calculated using a running average fuel economy,
which is based on your recent driving history of 500 miles (800 km).
This value is not the same as the average fuel economy display. The
running average fuel economy is re-initialized to a factory default value if
the battery is disconnected.

AVG MPG (L/100km)

Average fuel economy displays your average fuel economy in miles/gallon
or liters/100 km.

If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing distance traveled
by gallons of fuel used (liters of fuel used by 100 kilometers traveled),
your figure may be different than displayed for the following reasons:

• Your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill-up

• Differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps at

service stations

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• Variations in top-off procedure from one fill-up to another

• Rounding of the displayed values to the nearest 0.1 gallon (liter)

To determine your average highway fuel economy, do the following:

1. Drive the vehicle at least 5 miles (8 km) with the speed control
system engaged to display a stabilized average.

2. Record the highway fuel economy for future reference.
It is important to press the RESET button (press and hold RESET for

two seconds in order to reset the function) after setting the speed
control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings.

For more information refer to Essentials of good fuel economy in the
Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

MPG (L/km)

This displays instantaneous fuel economy as a bar graph ranging from ↓
poor economy to ↑ excellent economy.

Your vehicle must be moving to calculate instantaneous fuel economy.
When your vehicle is not moving, this function shows ↓, one or no bars
illuminated. Instantaneous fuel economy cannot be reset.

TIMER

Timer displays the trip elapsed drive time.
To operate, do the following:

1. Press and release RESET in order to start the timer.

2. Press and release RESET to pause the timer.

3. Press and hold RESET until the timer resets.

Blank Screen

The message center display will be blank after cycling through all of the
Info menu items.

System check and vehicle feature customization

Press the SETUP button repeatedly
to cycle the message center through
the following features:

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RESET FOR SYSTEM CHECK

When this message appears, press
the RESET button and the message
center will begin to cycle through
the following systems and provide a
status of the item if needed.

1. XXX% OIL LIFE

2. DOORS STATUS

3. TRUNK CLOSED

4. BLIND SPOT SYSTEM (if equipped)

5. CROSS TRAFFIC SYSTEM (if equipped)

6. BRAKE SYSTEM

7. FUEL LEVEL

8. MYKEY DISTANCE (If MyKey威 is programmed)

9. MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED

10. ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED

Note: Some systems show a message only if a condition is present.

OIL LIFE

This displays the remaining oil life.
An oil change is required whenever indicated by the message center and

according to the recommended maintenance schedule. USE ONLY
RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS.

To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change,
perform the following:

1. Press and release SETUP to display “OIL LIFE XXX% HOLD RESET =
NEW”.

2. Press and hold RESET for two seconds and release to reset the oil life
to 100%.

UNITS

Displays the current units English or Metric.
Press RESET to change from English to Metric.

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AUTOLAMP (SEC)

This feature keeps your headlights on for up to three minutes after the
ignition is switched off.

Press RESET to select the new Autolamp delay values of 0, 10, 20, 30,
60, 90, 120 or 180 seconds.

AUTOLOCK

This feature automatically locks all vehicle doors when the vehicle is
shifted into any gear, putting the vehicle in motion.

Press RESET to turn autolock on or off.

AUTOUNLOCK

This feature automatically unlocks all vehicle doors when the driver’s
door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being turned off.

Press RESET to turn autounlock on or off.

BLIND SPOT (if equipped)

The Blind Spot Information System (BLIS威) is designed to assist the
driver by monitoring the side areas on both sides of the vehicle.

Press RESET to turn it off or on.

CROSS TRAFFIC (if equipped)

This feature is designed to assist and warn the driver when backing out
of parking spaces.

Press RESET to turn it off or on.

EASY ENTRY/EXIT SEAT

Press RESET to turn it off or on.

PARK AID (Reverse sensing system–if equipped)

This feature sounds a warning tone to warn the driver of obstacles near
the rear bumper, and functions only when R (Reverse) gear is selected.

Press RESET to turn the rear park assist off.

CREATE MYKEY / MYKEY SETUP/ CLEAR MYKEY

For more information refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter.

LANGUAGE = ENGLISH / SPANISH / FRENCH

Allows you to choose which language the message center will display in.
Selectable languages are English, Spanish, or French.

Waiting four seconds or pressing the RESET button cycles the message
center through each of the language choices.

Press and hold RESET for two seconds to set the language choice.
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System warnings

System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in your
vehicle’s operating systems.

In the event of a multiple warning situation, the message center will cycle
the display to show all warnings by displaying each one for four seconds.

The message center will display the last selected feature if there are no
more warning messages.

Types of messages and warnings:

• Some messages will appear briefly to inform you of something you
may need to take action on or be informed of.

• Some messages will appear once and then again when the vehicle is
restarted.

• Some messages will reappear after clearing or being reset if a problem
or condition is still present and needs your attention.

• Some messages can be acknowledged and reset by pressing RESET.
This allows you to use the full message center functionality by clearing
the message.

PARK BRAKE ENGAGED — Displayed when the park brake is
engaged. If the warning stays on after the park brake is off, contact your
authorized dealer as soon as possible.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM — Displayed when the brake system needs
servicing. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your
authorized dealer as soon as possible.

DRIVER DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the driver’s door is not
completely closed.

PASSENGER DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the passenger side door
is not completely closed.

REAR LEFT DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the rear left door is not
completely closed.

REAR RIGHT DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the rear right door is
not completely closed.

FUEL LEVEL LOW — Displayed as an early reminder of a low fuel
condition.

CHECK FUEL FILL INLET — Displayed when the fuel fill inlet may
not be properly closed. Refer to Easy Fuel威 “no cap” fuel system in the
Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

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BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW — Indicates the brake fluid level is low
and the brake system should be inspected immediately. Refer to Brake
fluid in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

CHECK PARK AID (if equipped) — Displayed when the transmission
is in R (Reverse) and the reverse sensing system (park aid) is disabled.
Refer to Reverse sensing system (Park Aid) in this section to enable.

LOW TIRE PRESSURE — Displayed when one or more tires on your
vehicle have low tire pressure. Refer to Inflating your tires in the Tires,
Wheels and Loading chapter.

TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT — Displayed when the tire
pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning. If the warning stays on or
continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as
possible.

TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT — Displayed when a tire pressure
sensor is malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use. For more
information on how the system operates under these conditions, refer to

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and
Loading chapter. If the warning stays on or continues to come on,

contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
POWER STEERING ASSIST FAULT — The power steering system

has disabled power steering assist due to a system error, service is
required.

SERVICE POWER STEERING — The power steering system has
detected a condition that requires service.

SERVICE POWER STEERING NOW — The power steering system
has detected a condition within the power steering system that requires
service immediately.

SERVICE ADVANCETRAC — Displayed when the AdvanceTrac威
system has detected a condition that requires service.

TRUNK AJAR — Displayed when the trunk is not completely closed.
REMOVE OBJECTS NEAR PASS SEAT — Displayed when objects

are by the passenger seat. After the objects are moved away from the
seat, if the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your
authorized dealer as soon as possible.

ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON — Displayed when the engine oil life
remaining is 5% or less.

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OIL CHANGE REQUIRED
BLIND SPOT SYSTEM FAULT (if equipped) — Displayed when a

fault with the blind spot information system has occurred. Contact your
authorized dealer as soon as possible.

CROSS TRAFFIC SYSTEM FAULT (if equipped) — Displayed when
a fault with the cross traffic alert system has occurred. Contact your
authorized dealer as soon as possible.

BLIND SPOT NOT AVAILABLE (if equipped) — Displayed when
blind spot information system is not available. See Blind Spot
Information System (BLIS威) with Cross Traffic Alert in the Driving
chapter.

CROSS TRAFFIC NOT AVAILABLE (if equipped) — Displayed
when cross traffic alert is not available. See Blind Spot Information
System (BLIS威) with Cross Traffic Alert in the Driving chapter.

SENSOR BLOCKED SEE MANUAL (if equipped) — Displayed when
the blind spot information system/cross traffic alert system sensors are
blocked. See Blind Spot Information System (BLIS威) with Cross
Traffic Alert in the Driving chapter.

VEHICLE COMING FROM LEFT (if equipped) — Displayed when
the blind spot information system with cross traffic alert (CTA) system is
operating and senses a vehicle. See Blind Spot Information System
(BLIS威) with Cross Traffic Alert in the Driving chapter.

VEHICLE COMING FROM RIGHT (if equipped) — Displayed when
the blind spot information system with cross traffic alert (CTA) system is
operating and senses a vehicle. See Blind Spot Information System
(BLIS威) with Cross Traffic Alert in the Driving chapter.

CHECK AWD (if equipped) — Displayed when a problem exists with
the AWD system. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

AWD OFF (if equipped) — Displayed when the AWD system has been
automatically disabled to protect itself. This is caused by operating the
vehicle with the compact spare tire installed or if the system is
overheating. The AWD system will resume normal function and clear this
message after driving a short distance with the road tire re-installed or
after the system is allowed to cool.

TO STOP ALARM START VEHICLE — Displayed when the perimeter
alarm system is armed and the vehicle is entered using the key on the
driver’s side door. In order to prevent the perimeter alarm system from
triggering, the ignition must be turned to start or on before the
12 second chime expires. See Perimeter alarm system in the Locks and
security chapter.

— Displayed when the oil life left reaches 0%.

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INTKEY COULD NOT PROGRAM — Displayed when an attempt is
made to program an invalid key or more than the maximum number of
integrated keys allowed. For more information on integrated key, refer to
the Locks and Security chapter.

MYKEY ACTIVE DRIVE SAFELY — Displayed at startup when
MyKey威 is in use. Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter
for more information.

KEY COULD NOT PROGRAM — Displayed when an attempt is made
to program a spare key using two existing MyKeys. Refer to MyKey威 in
the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

VEHICLE SPEED 80 MPH MAX — Displayed when a MyKey威 is in
use and the admin has enabled the MyKey speed limit and the vehicle
speed is 80 mph (130 km/h). Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and
Security chapter for more information.

SPEED LIMITED TO 80 MPH — Displayed when starting the vehicle
and MyKey威 is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on. Refer to MyKey威
in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

CHECK SPEED DRIVE SAFELY — Displayed when a MyKey威 is in
use and the optional setting is on and the vehicle exceeds a preselected
speed. Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more
information.

VEHICLE NEAR TOP SPEED — Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use
and the MyKey speed limit is on and the vehicle speed is approaching
80 mph (130 km/h). Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security
chapter for more information.

TOP SPEED MYKEY SETTING — Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use
and the MyKey speed limit is on and the vehicle speed is 80 mph
(130 km/h). Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for
more information.

BUCKLE UP TO UNMUTE AUDIO — Displayed when a MyKey威 is in
use and Belt-Minder威 is activated. Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and
Security chapter for more information.

ADVTRAC ON MYKEY SETTING — Displayed when a MyKey威 is in
use when trying to disable the AdvanceTrac威 system and the optional
setting is on. Refer to MyKey威
more information.

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AUDIO SYSTEMS

AM/FM in-dash CD6/MP3 satellite compatible Lincoln premium
sound/THX姞 audio system

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle

control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that
drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may
take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of the vehicle. We recommend against the use of any handheld
device while driving, encourage the use of voice-operated systems when
possible and that you become aware of applicable state and local laws
that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving.

Accessory delay: Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay. With
this feature, the radio and certain electrical features may be used for up
to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off or until either front door is
opened.

Your vehicle may be equipped

THX:

with the THX威 II certified premium
audio system. This system creates
optimal acoustic quality for all seating
positions and road conditions. The
system offers an advanced speaker
system, amplifiers, subwoofer and
equalization.

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Setting the clock

CLOCK: Press to set the clock. The display will read SET TIME. Use the
memory preset numbers (0–9) to enter in the desired time– hours and
minutes and press OK. The clock will then begin from that time.

Note: If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, refer to
Setting the clock in your Navigation supplement.

AM/FM Radio

/ VOL (Power/Volume): Press to turn the radio on/off. Turn the

knob to increase/decrease volume.
If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off,

the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the
ignition is turned back on.

AM/FM: Press repeatedly to select AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band.
TUNE: Turn the knob to go up/down the frequency band in individual

increments.
DIRECT: Press DIRECT and then select the desired radio frequency

(i.e. 93.9) using the memory preset numbers (0–9).

SEEK: Press
station.

SCAN: Press for a brief sampling of all strong radio stations.
MEMORY PRESETS (0–9): When tuned to any station, press and hold a

preset button until sound returns and PRESET # SAVED appears in the
display. You can save up to 30 stations, 10 in AM, 10 in FM1 and FM2.

Saving presets automatically: Autoset allows you to set the strongest
local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset
stations for AM/FM1/FM2.

To activate the autoset feature: Press MENU repeatedly until AUTO
PRESET ON/OFF appears in the display. Use
AUTO PRESET to ON, and either wait five seconds for the search to

initiate or press OK to immediately initiate the search. If you press
another control within those five seconds, the search will not initiate.
The 10 strongest stations will be filled and the station stored in preset 1
will begin playing.

If there are fewer then 10 strong stations, the system will store the last
one in the remaining presets.

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SEEK to access the previous/next strong radio

SEEK to switch

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RDS Radio

Available only in FM mode. This feature allows you to search
RDS-equipped stations for a certain category of music format: CLASSIC,
COUNTRY, JAZZ/RB, ROCK, etc.

To activate: Press MENU repeatedly until RDS (ON/OFF) appears in the
display. Use
will not be able to search for RDS equipped stations or view the station

name or type.
CAT/FLD (Category/Folder): This feature allows you to select from

various music categories.
To change RDS categories: Press MENU repeatedly until RDS ON/OFF

appears in the display. Use
PRESS UP OR DOWN TO CHANGE RDS CATEGORY will appear in the
display. Press

When the desired category appears in the display, press
find the next station playing that selection or press SCAN for a brief

sampling of all stations playing that category of music.

Six Disc CD/MP3 Player

CD: Press to enter CD/MP3 mode. If a disc is already loaded into the
system, CD/MP3 play will begin where it ended last. If no CD is loaded,
NO DISC will appear in the display.

LOAD: Use to load CDs into the CD player.

To load a single CD–

Press LOAD. When the display reads SELECT CD SLOT, choose the
desired slot number using memory presets 1–6. The display will read
MOVING TO CD # and then LOAD CD #. Load the desired disc, label
side up into the CD slot opening. If you do not choose a slot within five
seconds, the system will choose for you. Once loaded, the first track will
begin to play.

To auto load up to six discs–

Press and hold LOAD until the display reads MOVING TO #. Load the
desired disc, label side up. The system will prompt you to load discs for
the remaining available slots. Insert the discs, one at a time, label side
up, when prompted. Once loaded, the disc in slot 1 will begin to play.

To choose one of the loaded CDs to play, press the number preset
buttons (1–6) to choose the desired disc.

/ OK (Play/Pause): Press to play/pause a track when playing a

CD.

SEEK to turn RDS ON/OFF. When RDS is OFF, you

SEEK to turn RDS ON. Press CAT.

SEEK to scroll through all possible categories.

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(EJECT): Press and select the desired CD slot by pressing the

corresponding memory preset #. The display will read EJECTING #.
When the system has ejected the CD, the display will read REMOVE CD
#. If you do not remove the CD the system will reload the disc.

To auto eject all loaded discs– Press and hold
all discs and prompt you when to remove them.

. The system will eject

SEEK: Press

CAT (Category) / FLD (Folder):

In MP3 mode only– Press CAT/FOLD and then press
access the previous/next folder.

SCAN: Press for a brief sampling of all tracks on the current disc or
MP3 folder.

DIRECT:

In CD mode– Press DIRECT. The display will read DIRECT TRACK
MODE SELECT TRACK. Enter the desired track number using the
memory preset buttons (0–9). The system will then begin playing that
track.

In MP3 folder mode– Press DIRECT and the memory preset buttons (0–9)
of the desired folder. The system will advance to that specific folder.

TEXT:

In MP3 mode only– Press TEXT repeatedly to view Album (AL), Folder
(FL), Song (SO) and Artist (AR) in the display, if available.

In TEXT mode: Sometimes the display requires additional text to be
displayed. When the</>indicatorisactive,pressTEXT and then

press

COMPRESSION: Press MENU repeatedly until COMPRESSION ON/OFF
appears in the display. Use
COMPRESSION is ON, the system will bring the soft and loud CD

passages together for a more consistent listening level.
SHUFFLE: Press MENU repeatedly until SHUFFLE ON/OFF appears in

the display. Use
engage shuffle mode right away, press

play. Otherwise, random play will begin when the current track is
finished playing. The system will only shuffle the currently playing disc.

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SEEK to view the additional display text.

SEEK to access the previous/next track.

SEEK to

SEEK to switch ON/OFF. When

SEEK to switch between ON/OFF. If you wish to

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Satellite Radio

Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio
subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

SIRIUS: Press repeatedly to access satellite radio mode, if equipped.
Press repeatedly to cycle through SAT1, SAT2 and SAT3 modes.

TUNE: Turn to go to the next / previous available SIRIUS satellite
station.

DIRECT: Press DIRECT then enter the desired channel (i.e. 002) using
the memory preset buttons (0–9). If you only enter one digit, press OK
and the system will go to that satellite channel. If you enter three digits,
the system will automatically go to that channel, if available. You may
cancel your entry by pressing DIRECT.
If an invalid station number is entered, INVALID CHANNEL will appear
in the display and the system will continue playing the current station.

SEEK: Press
specific category is selected, (Jazz, Rock, News, etc.),
press

category. Press and hold
previous/next channels.

SCAN: Press SCAN for a brief sampling of all available SIRIUS satellite
channels. If a specific category is selected, (Jazz, Rock, News, etc.) press
SCAN for a brief sampling of all available SIRIUS satellite channels within
the selected category.

MEMORY PRESETS (0–9): There are 30 available presets, 10 each for
SAT1, SAT2 and SAT3. To save satellite channels in your memory
presets, tune to the desired channel then press and hold a memory
preset number (0–9) until sound returns.

TEXT: Press and release to display the artist and song title. While in
TEXT MODE, press again to scroll through the Artist (AR), Song (SO),
Channel (CH) and Category (CA).

In TEXT MODE: Sometimes the display requires additional text to be
displayed. When the</>indicatorisactive,pressTEXT and then

press

SEEK to seek to the previous/next channel in the selected

SEEK to view the additional display text.

SEEK to seek to the previous/next channel. If a

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CAT (Category) / FLD (Folder): Press to switch between turning the
most recently selected satellite radio category on or off. The category
icon (CAT) will illuminate in the display when a specific category is
selected (the icon will not illuminate during CATEGORY ALL). If no
category has ever been selected, NO CATEGORY SELECTED will display.

Note: Separate categories can be set for SAT1, SAT2 or SAT3.
Refer to Satellite radio menu for further information on selecting a
satellite radio category.

SATELLITE RADIO MENU: Press MENU when satellite radio mode is
active to access. Press OK to enter into the satellite radio menu.

Press

• CATEGORY MENU- Press OK to enter category mode.
Press
channel Categories (Pop, Rock, News, etc.) Press OK when the

desired category appears in the display. After a category is selected,
press
only (i.e. ROCK). You may also select CATEGORY ALL to seek all

available SIRIUS威 categories and channels. Press OK to close and
return to the main menu.

• SONG SEEK MENU- Press OK to enter song seek menu.
Press
a. SAVE THIS SONG: Press OK to save the currently playing song’s

title in the system’s memory. (If you try to save something other than
a song, CANT SAVE will appear in the display.) When the chosen song
is playing on any satellite radio channel, the system will alert you with
an audible prompt. Press OK while SONG ALERT is in the display and
the system will take you to the channel playing the desired song. You
can save up to 20 song titles. If you attempt to save more than 20
titles, the display will read REPLACE SONG? Press OK to access the

saved titles and press
When the song title appears in the display that you would like to

replace, press OK. SONG REPLACED will appear in the display.
b. DELETE A SONG: Press OK to delete a song from the system’s

memory. Press
the song appears in the display that you would like to delete, press

OK. The song will appear in the display for confirmation. Press OK
again and the display will read SONG DELETED. If you do not want

to delete the currently listed song, press
RETURN or CANCEL.

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SEEK to cycle through the following options:

SEEK to scroll through the list of available SIRIUS威

SEEK to search for that specific category of channels

SEEK to scroll through the following options:

SEEK to cycle through the saved titles.

SEEK to cycle through the saved songs. When

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Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO
SONGS.
c. DELETE ALL SONGS: Press OK to delete all song’s from the
system’s memory. The display will read ARE YOU SURE ? Press OK to
confirm deletion of all saved songs and the display will read ALL
DELETED.
Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO
SONGS.
d. DISABLE ALERTS/ENABLE ALERTS: Press OK to
enable/disable the satellite alert status which alerts you when your
selected songs are playing on a satellite radio channel. (The system
default is disabled.) SONG ALERTS ENABLED/DISABLED will appear
in the display. The menu listing will display the opposite state. For
example, if you have chosen to enable the song alerts, the menu
listing will read DISABLE as the alerts are currently on, so your other
optionistoturnthemoff.

• CHANNEL LOCKOUT MENU- Press OK to enter the Channel
Lockout menu. Press the
options:

a. LOCK/UNLOCK THIS CHANNEL: Press OK when
LOCK/UNLOCK THIS CHANNEL is displayed and the display will read
ENTER PIN. Enter your four-digit PIN number (initial PIN is 1234)
and the system will lock/unlock the channel and CHANNEL LOCKED
or UNLOCKED will be displayed.
Note: you must be tuned to the specific channel you want to
lock/unlock when using this feature.
b. CHANGE PIN: Press OK when CHANGE PIN is displayed. The
display will read ENTER OLD PIN. Enter your current (old) PIN
number and when the system accepts your entry it will display
ENTER NEW PIN. Enter your new four-digit PIN and the system will
save the new PIN and PIN SAVED will display.
c. UNLOCK ALL CHANNELS: Press OK when UNLOCK ALL
CHANNELS is displayed and the display will read ENTER PIN. Enter
your four-digit PIN and the system will unlock all channels and the
display will read CHANNEL UNLOCKED.
d. RESET PIN: Press OK when RESET PIN is displayed. The display
will read ARE YOUR SURE. Press OK again to automatically reset the
PIN number to its initial password setting (1234). PIN RESET TO
DEFAULT PIN will be displayed.
e. RETURN: Press OK when RETURN is displayed and the system
will exit back to the satellite radio menu.

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Sound Adjustments

Press SOUND repeatedly to cycle through the following features:

BASS: Press

SEEK to adjust the level of bass.

TREBLE: Press

BALANCE: Press

(L) and right (R) speakers.

FADE: Press
and front (F) speakers.

SPEED COMPENSATED VOLUME: With this feature on, radio volume
automatically gets louder with increasing vehicle speed to compensate
for road and wind noise.

The default setting is off.

Use
Increasing the level from 1 (lowest setting) to 7 (highest setting) allows

the radio volume to automatically change slightly with vehicle speed to
compensate for road and wind noise.

Recommended level is 1–3; SPEED OFF turns the feature off and level 7
is the maximum setting.

ALL SEATS (Occupancy mode, if equipped): Press SOUND
repeatedly to reach the Occupancy mode setting. Press
select and optimize sound for ALL SEATS, DRIVERS SEAT or REAR

SEATS.

Extra Features

AUX: Press for SYNC威 LINE IN (auxiliary audio mode).
For location and further information on auxiliary audio mode, refer to

Auxiliary input jack later in this chapter.
For more information on SYNC威, please refer to SYNC威 information

included with your vehicle for further information.

OK

and media features which will require you to confirm commands by
pressing OK. For further information, refer to SYNC威 information
included with your vehicle for further information.

information, please refer toSYNC威 information included with your vehicle
for further information.

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SEEK to adjust between SPEED OFF and levels 1–7:

/ (Play/Pause): Your vehicle is equipped with special phone

(Phone): Press to access SYNC PHONE features. For further

SEEK to adjust the level of treble.

SEEK to adjust the audio between the left

SEEK to adjust the audio between the back (B)

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Auxiliary input jack (Line in)

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle

control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that
drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may
take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of the vehicle. We recommend against the use of any
handheld device while driving, encourage the use of voice-operated
systems when possible and that you become aware of applicable state
and local laws that may affect use of electronic devices while driving.

Your vehicle is equipped with an
auxiliary input jack (AIJ). The
auxiliary input jack provides a way
to connect your portable music
player to the in-vehicle audio
system. This allows the audio from a
portable music player to be played
through the vehicle speakers with
high fidelity. To achieve optimal
performance, please observe the
following instructions when
attaching your portable music
device to the audio system.
If your vehicle is equipped with a
navigation system, refer to

Auxiliary input jack section in the
Audio features chapter of your
Navigation System supplement.

Required equipment:

1. Any portable music player designed to be used with headphones

2. An audio extension cable with stereo male 1/8 in. (3.5 mm)
connectors at each end

To play your portable music player using the auxiliary input jack:

1. Begin with the vehicle parked and the radio turned off.

2. Ensure that the battery in your portable music player is new or fully
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3. Attach one end of the audio extension cable to the headphone output
of your player and the other end of the audio extension cable to the AIJ
in your vehicle.

4. Turn the radio on, using either a tuned FM station or a CD loaded into
the system. Adjust the volume to a comfortable listening level.

5. Turn the portable music player on and adjust the volume to 1/2 the
volume.

6. Press AUX on the vehicle radio repeatedly until LINE, LINE IN or
SYNC LINE IN appears in the display.
You should hear audio from your portable music player, although it may
be low.

7. Adjust the sound on your portable music player until it reaches the
level of the FM station or CD by switching back and forth between the
AUX and FM or CD controls.

Troubleshooting:

1. Do not connect the audio input jack to a line level output. Line level
outputs are intended for connection to a home stereo and are not
compatible with the AIJ. The AIJ will only work correctly with devices
that have a headphone output with a volume control.

2. Do not set the portable music player’s volume level higher than is
necessary to match the volume of the CD or FM radio in your audio
system as this will cause distortion and will reduce sound quality. Many
portable music players have different output levels, so not all players
should be set at the same levels. Some players will sound best at full
volume and others will need to be set at a lower volume.

3. If the music sounds distorted at lower listening levels, turn the
portable music player volume down. If the problems persists, replace or
recharge the batteries in the portable music player.

4. The portable music player must be controlled in the same manner
when it is used with headphones as the AIJ does not provide control
(play, pause, etc.) over the attached portable music player.

5. For safety reasons, connecting or adjusting the settings on your
portable music player should not be attempted while the vehicle is
moving. Also, the portable music player should be stored in a secure
location, such as the center console or the glove box, when the vehicle is
in motion. The audio extension cable must be long enough to allow the
portable music player to be safely stored while the vehicle is in motion.

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USB port

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle

control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that
drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may
take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of the vehicle. We recommend against the use of any
handheld device while driving, encourage the use of voice-operated
systems when possible and that you become aware of applicable state
and local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while
driving.

Your vehicle is equipped with a USB
port inside your center console. This
feature allows you to plug in media
playing devices, memory sticks, and
also to charge devices if they
support this feature. For further
information on this feature, refer to

Accessing and using your USB
port in the SYNC威 supplement or
Navigation System supplement.

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GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION

Radio frequencies: AM and FM frequencies are established by the
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and
Telecommunications Commission (CRTC). Those frequencies are:

AM: 530, 540–1700, 1710 kHz
FM: 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz
Radio reception factors: There are three factors that can affect radio

reception:

• Distance/strength: The further you travel from a station, the weaker
the signal and the weaker the reception.

• Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, power lines, electric fences,
traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception.

• Station overload: When you pass a broadcast tower, a stronger signal
may overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequency
is displayed.

CD/CD player care:

Do:

• Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface.

• Inspect discs before playing. Clean only with an approved CD cleaner

and wipe from the center out.

Don’t:

• Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods
of time.

• Clean using a circular motion.

CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12 cm)
audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain
recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function
correctly when used in Ford CD players. Dirty, warped or damaged
CDs, irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film
attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should
not be inserted into the CD player. The label may peel and cause
the CD to become jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs
be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive
labels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Please contact your
authorized dealer for further information.

Audio system warranty and service: Refer to the Warranty

Guide/Customer Information Guide for audio system warranty
information. If service is necessary, see your dealer or qualified technician.

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Satellite radio information (if equipped)

Satellite radio channels: SIRIUS威 broadcasts a variety of music, news,
sports, weather, traffic and entertainment satellite radio channels. For
more information and a complete list of SIRIUS威 satellite radio channels,
visit www.sirius.com in the United States, www.siriuscanada.ca in
Canada, or call SIRIUS威 at 1–888–539–7474.

Satellite radio reception factors: To receive the satellite signal, your
vehicle has been equipped with a satellite radio antenna located on the
roof of your vehicle. The vehicle roof provides the best location for an
unobstructed, open view of the sky, a requirement of a satellite radio
system. Like AM/FM, there are several factors that can affect satellite
radio reception performance:

• Antenna Obstructions: For optimal reception performance, keep the
antenna clear of snow and ice build-up and keep luggage and other
material as far away from the antenna as possible.

• Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freeway
overpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunderstorms can
interfere with your reception.

• Station overload: When you pass a ground based broadcast repeating
tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and result in an
audio mute.

Unlike AM/FM audible static, you will hear an audio mute when there is
a satellite radio signal interference. Your radio display may display NO
SIGNAL to indicate the interference.

SIRIUS威 satellite radio service: SIRIUS威 Satellite Radio is a
subscription based satellite radio service that broadcasts music, sports,
news and entertainment programming. A service fee is required in order
to receive SIRIUS威 service. Vehicles that are equipped with a factory
installed SIRIUS威 satellite radio system include:

• Hardware and limited subscription term, which begins on the date of
sale or lease of the vehicle.

For information on extended subscription terms, the online media player
and other SIRIUS威 features, please contact SIRIUS威 at 1–888–539–7474.

Note: SIRIUS威 reserves the unrestricted right to change, rearrange, add
or delete programming including canceling, moving or adding particular
channels, and its prices, at any time, with or without notice to you. Ford
Motor Company shall not be responsible for any such programming
changes.

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Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number (ESN): This 12–digit
satellite serial number is needed to activate, modify or track your
satellite radio account. You will need this number when communicating
with SIRIUS威. While in satellite radio mode, you can view this number on
the radio display by pressing the SIRIUS button for greater than
2 seconds.

Radio Display Condition Action Required

ACQUIRING Radio requires more

than two seconds to

produce audio for the

selected channel.

SAT FAULT Internal module or

system failure

present.

INVALID CHNL Channel no longer

available.

UNSUBSCRIBED Subscription not

available for this

channel.

No action required.

This message should

disappear shortly.

If this message does

not clear within a short

period of time, or with

an ignition key cycle,

your receiver may have

a fault. See your

authorized dealer for

service.

This previously

available channel is no

longer available. Tune
to another channel. If

the channel was one of

your presets, you may

choose another channel

for that preset button.

Contact SIRIUS威 at
1–888–539–7474 to

subscribe to the

channel, or tune to

another channel.

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Radio Display Condition Action Required

NO TEXT Artist information not

available.

NO TEXT Song title information

not available.

NO TEXT Category information

not available.

NO SIGNAL Loss of signal from

the SIRIUS威 satellite

or SIRIUS威 tower to
the vehicle antenna.

UPDATING _ XX Update of channel

programming in

progress. The XX

number indicates the

% complete.

CALL SIRIUS威
1–888–539–7474

Satellite service has

been deactivated by

SIRIUS威 Satellite

Radio.

Artist information not

available at this time on

this channel. The

system is working

properly.

Song title information

not available at this

time on this channel.

The system is working

properly.

Category information

not available at this

time on this channel.

The system is working

properly.

You are in a location

that is blocking the

SIRIUS威 signal (i.e.,

tunnel, under an

overpass, dense foliage,

etc). The system is

working properly. When

you move into an open

area, the signal should

return.

No action required. The

process should take no

longer than one

minute.

Call SIRIUS威 at

1–888–539–7474 to

re-activate or resolve

subscription issues.

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Radio Display Condition Action Required

ANTENNA FAIL Internal failure or

configuration failure

to satellite radio

antenna

SUB UPDATE Satellite service

subscription has been

updated by SIRIUS威

satellite radio

NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

Your vehicle may be equipped with a navigation system. Refer to the
Navigation System supplement for further information.

SYNC姞

Your vehicle is equipped with SYNC威, a hands-free communications and
entertainment system with special phone and media features. For more
information, please refer to the SYNC威 supplement or to the SYNC威
section in the Navigation System supplement (if equipped).

If this message does

not clear within a short

period of time, or with

an ignition key cycle,

your receiver may have

a fault. See your

authorized dealer for

service.

No action required. The

process should take no

longer than one

minute.

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DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (DATC) SYSTEM
WITH HEATED AND COOLED SEATS

+ Fan speed control: Press to increase the fan speed.

1.

2.

vents and de-mister vents. Can be used to clear the windshield of fog
and thin ice. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce
window fogging. Press this button again to return to the previous air flow
selection. To return to full automatic control, press AUTO.

3.

airflow is directed. To return to full automatic control, press AUTO.
When choosing to control airflow manually, press repeatedly to toggle
through the settings to choose:

•

•

Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster

Manual override control: Allows you to manually select where

: Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents, de-mister

vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents. The system will
automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging.

: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents.

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• : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents, floor vents,
rear seat floor vents and de-mister vents.

•

4. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with

recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. A/C
engages automatically in MAX A/C,

and (floor/defrost).

5. AUTO: Press to engage automatic temperature control. Select the

desired temperature using the temperature control. The system will
automatically determine fan speed, airflow location, A/C on or off, and
outside or recirculated air, to heat or cool the vehicle to reach the
desired temperature.

6. MAX A/C: Distributes recirculated air through the instrument panel

vents to cool the vehicle. This re-cooling of the interior air is more
economical and efficient. Recirculated air may also help reduce
undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. Press the MAX A/C button
again for normal A/C operation.

7.

the vehicle. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time needed to
cool down the interior of the vehicle and, when used with A/C, may also
help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle.
Recirculated air engages automatically when MAX A/C is selected or can
be engaged manually in any airflow mode except
Recirculated air may turn off automatically in all airflow modes except
MAX A/C. When the ignition switch is turned off and back on, the
climate system will return to the recirculated air mode only if the A/C
button LED is illuminated and the air distribution selection is

either

8. PASS TEMP (passenger temperature): Press to engage/disengage

separate passenger side temperature control. Turn to increase/decrease
the air temperature on the passenger side of the vehicle. The
recommended initial setting is between 72°F (22°C) and 75°F (24°C),
then adjust for comfort. The passenger side temperature setting will
appear in the upper right corner of the display.

9.

passenger heated seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating
and Safety Restraints chapter for more information.

: Distributes air through the floor vents and rear seat floor vents.

(defrost)

Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in

(defrost).

(panel) or (panel/floor).

Passenger heated seat: Press to activate/deactivate the

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10. Passenger cooled seat: Press to activate/deactivate the
passenger cooled seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating
and Safety Restraints chapter for more information.

11.
cooled seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and
Safety Restraints chapter for more information.

12.
heated seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and
Safety Restraints chapter for more information.

13.
climate control system. When the system is off, outside air is prevented
from entering the vehicle. Turn to increase/decrease the air temperature
on the driver side of the vehicle. The control also adjusts the passenger
side temperature when PASS TEMP is disengaged. The recommended
initial setting is between 72°F (22°C) and 75°F (24°C), then adjust for
comfort. The driver side temperature setting will appear in the upper left
corner of the display.

14.
defroster. This button will also activate/deactivate the heated mirrors (if
equipped). Refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter for
more information.

15.

Outside temperature: The outside temperature will appear in the
display and is labeled as EXT TEMP.

Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius,
refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter.

Driver cooled seat: Press to activate/deactivate the driver

Driver heated seat: Press to activate/deactivate the driver

Power/Driver temperature: Press to activate/deactivate the

R

Rear defroster: Press to activate/deactivate the rear window

– Fan speed control: Press to decrease the fan speed.

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DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL WITH HEATED
AND COOLED SEATS (NAVIGATION SYSTEM BASED–IF EQUIPPED)

A/C

Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius,
refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter.

1. Climate: Press to control the climate control system through the

touch display screen. See Touchscreen functions later in this section.

2. Passenger temperature: Press to activate separate passenger

temperature control and turn the knob to increase/decrease the air
temperature on the passenger side of the vehicle.

3.

Passenger heated seat: Press to heat the passenger heated seat.
Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints
chapter for more information.

4. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with
recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. A/C engages

automatically in MAX A/C, (defrost) and (floor/defrost).

5.RRear defroster: Press to activate/deactivate the rear window
defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter for more
information. This button will also activate the heated mirrors.

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6. Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster
vents and de-mister vents. Can be used to clear the windshield of fog
and thin ice. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce
window fogging. Press this button again to return to the previous air flow
selection.

7.

Power: Press to activate/deactivate the climate control system.
When the system is off, outside air is prevented from entering the
vehicle. The climate status in the touchscreen will also be turned off.

Driver heated seat: Press to heat the driver heated seat. Refer to

8.
Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter
for more information.

9. Driver temperature: Press to increase/decrease the air temperature
on the driver side of the vehicle. This control also adjusts the passenger
side temperature when dual zone operation is disengaged.

10.
to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints
chapter for more information.

11. AUTO: Press to engage full automatic operation. Select the desired
temperature using the temperature control. The system will
automatically determine fan speed, airflow location, A/C on or off, and
outside or recirculated air, to heat or cool the vehicle to reach the
desired temperature.

12. –
fan speed.

13.
in the vehicle. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time needed to
cool down the interior of the vehicle when used with A/C and may also
help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle.
Recirculated air engages automatically when MAX A/C is selected or can
be engaged manually in any airflow mode except

14.
seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and Safety
Restraints chapter for more information.

Outside temperature: The outside temperature will appear in the
display and is labeled as EXT XX.

Driver cooled seat: Press to cool the driver cooled seat. Refer

+ Fan speed control: Press (- / +) to decrease/increase the

Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation

(defrost).

Recirculation may turn off automatically in all airflow selections

except MAX A/C.

Passenger cooled seat: Press to cool the passenger cooled

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TOUCHSCREEN FUNCTIONS

Temperature– Press the
the screen to increase/decrease the airflow temperature for the driver

side of the vehicle. This control also adjusts the passenger side
temperature when dual zone operation is disengaged.

Press the
increase/decrease the airflow temperature for the passenger side of the

vehicle.

- Distributes air through the instrument panel vents.

•

•

rear seat floor vents and de-mister vents.

•

•

Fan Speed– Press + to increase the fan speed and – to decrease fan
speed.

Dual– Press to activate/deactivate separate driver and passenger
temperature controls.

Max A/C– Distributes recirculated air through the instrument panel
vents to cool the vehicle. This re-cooling of the interior air is more
economical and efficient. Recirculated air may also help reduce
undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. Press MAX A/C again for
normal operation.

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- Distributes air through the floor vents, rear seat floor vents.

vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents. The system will
automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging.

To return to full automatic control, press AUTO on the main climate

control bezel.

up and down arrows on the right side of the screen to

- Distributes air through the instrument panel vents, floor vents,

- Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents, de-mister

up and down arrows on the left side of

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VOICE COMMANDS IN CLIMATE MODE

Please refer to the Voice commands in climate mode section of the
Navigation system supplement for more information on using voice

commands with the climate control system.

Operating tips

• To reduce fog build-up on the windshield during humid weather,

select

• To reduce humidity build-up inside the vehicle, do not drive with the

system off, or with

• Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the

airflow to the back seats.

• Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of

the windshield.

• To improve the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly open

for 2-3 minutes after start up or until the vehicle has been “aired out.”

• A small amount of air may be felt from the floor vent regardless of the

air distribution setting that is selected.

During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary for
extended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run the A/C in
the MAX A/C mode, reduce blower fan speed from the highest setting
and put the vehicle’s transmission in P (Park) to continue to receive cool
air from your A/C system.

For maximum cooling performance:

• Automatic operation:

1. Press AUTO for full automatic operation.

2. Do not override A/C or

3. Set the temperature to 60°F (16°C).

• Manual operation:

1. Select MAX A/C.

2. Select

(defrost).

(recirculated air) engaged and A/C off.

(recirculated air).

(panel) or (panel/floor).

3. Select

4. Set the temperature to 60°F (16°C).

5. Set highest fan speed initially, then adjust to maintain comfort.

(recirculated air) to provide colder airflow.

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To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather:

1. Select .

2. Select A/C.

3. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort.

4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting.

5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows.
To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents

located in the middle of the instrument panel.

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER

R

The rear defroster control is located on the climate control panel and
works to clear the rear window of fog and thin ice.

The engine must be running to operate the rear window defroster.

R

Press

to turn the rear window defroster on. An indicator light on the
button will illuminate when active. The rear window defroster turns off
automatically after a predetermined amount of time, if a low battery
condition is detected or when the ignition is turned off or to the
accessory position. To manually turn off the rear window defroster at any
time, press the control again.

If your vehicle is equipped with both rear defroster and heated mirrors,
the same button will activate both. Refer to Exterior mirrors in the
Driver Controls chapter.

Do not use razor blades or other sharp objects to clean the inside
of the rear window or to remove decals from the inside or the
rear window. This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and
will not be covered by your warranty.

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CABIN AIR FILTER

Your vehicle is equipped with a cabin air filter, located behind the glove
box. The particulate air filtration system is designed to reduce the
concentration of airborne particles such as dust, spores and pollen in the
air being supplied to the interior of the vehicle. This system provides the
following benefits:

• Improves driving comfort by reducing particle concentration.

• Improves the interior compartment cleanliness.

• Protects the climate control components from particle deposits.

Note: A cabin air filter must be installed at all times to prevent foreign
objects from entering the system. Running the system without a filter in
place could result in degradation or damage to the system.

For replacement intervals, refer to the Scheduled Maintenance chapter.
For more information regarding your filter, see your authorized dealer.

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HEADLAMP CONTROL

Turns the lamps off.

Turns on the parking lamps,
instrument panel lamps, license
plate lamps and tail lamps.

Turns the low beam headlamps

on.

Adaptive headlamps (if equipped)

The headlamp beams move in the same direction as the steering wheel
which provides more visibility when driving around curves.

• Without adaptive headlamps (1)

• With adaptive headlamps (2)

Note: The system has a power-up
movement check feature. When the
vehicle is started, the lamps track
left to right, then back to center to
alert the driver that the system is
working properly. There is a delay of
two to five seconds before the
adaptive headlamp system will
operate when the vehicle is driven,
as the system is inactive below
3 mph (5 km/h).

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Autolamp control

The autolamp system provides light
sensitive automatic on-off control of
the exterior lights normally
controlled by the headlamp control.

• To turn autolamps on, rotate the
control to

• To turn autolamps off, rotate the
control from the autolamp
position.

The autolamp system also keeps the lights on for a predetermined
amount of time after the ignition switch is turned to off. You can change
the amount of time the lamps stay on by using the programming
procedure that follows:

Note: If the vehicle is equipped with autolamps, it will have the
headlamps on with windshield wipers feature. If the windshield
wipers are turned on, the exterior lamps will turn on with the headlamp
control in the autolamp position.

Autolamps - programmable exit delay

Programmable exit delay allows the length of the autolamp exit delay to
be changed.

To program the auto lamp exit time delay:

1. Start with the ignition in the off position and the headlamp control in

the autolamp position.

2. Turn the headlamp control to off.

3. Turn the ignition switch to on and then back to off.

4. Turn the headlamp control to the autolamp position. The headlamps

will turn on.

5. Wait the desired amount of time for the exit delay you want (up to

three minutes), then turn the headlamps off.

See Message center in the Instrument Cluster section for more
information.

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Fog lamp control

With the ignition on, the fog lamps
can be turned on when the
headlamp control is pulled toward
you and is in any of the following
positions:

• Parking lamps

• Low beams

• Autolamps (when active)

The fog lamp indicator light will
illuminate when the fog lamps have been turned on. The fog lamps will
not operate when the high beams are active.

High beams

• Push the lever toward the
instrument panel to activate.

• Pull the lever toward you to
deactivate.

F

F

O

Flash-to-pass

Pull toward you slightly to activate
and release to deactivate.

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Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)

Turns the headlamps on with a reduced intensity output (halogen
headlamps) or turns the front fog lamps on (HID headlamp).

To activate:

• the ignition must be in the on position,

• the headlamp control is in the off, autolamps or parking lamp position

and

• the transmission must be out of the P (Park) position.

WARNING: Always remember to turn on your headlamps at

dusk or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp
(DRL) system does not activate the tail lamps and generally may not
provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate
your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision.

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL

Use to adjust the brightness of the
instrument panel and all applicable lit
components in the vehicle during
headlamp and parking lamp operation.

• Tapthetoporbottomofthe
control to brighten/dim all interior
lit components incrementally, or

• Press and hold the top or bottom
of the control until the desired lighting level is reached.

• Press and hold the top of the control to the full on position to activate
the “dome on” feature. This will turn on the interior courtesy lights.
The lights will remain on until the bottom of the control is pressed.

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AIMING THE HEADLAMPS

The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant.
If your vehicle has been in an accident, the alignment of your headlamps
should be checked by your authorized dealer.

Vertical aim adjustment

1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface,
approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters) away.

• (1) 8 feet (2.4 meters)

• (2) Center height of lamp to

ground

• (3) 25 feet (7.6 meters)

• (4) Horizontal reference line

2. Measure the height of the
headlamp bulb center from the
ground and mark an 8 foot
(2.4 meter) horizontal reference line
on the vertical wall or screen at this
height (a piece of masking tape works well). The center of the lamp is
marked bya3mmcircleontheheadlamp lens.

3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and
open the hood.

To see a clearer light pattern for adjusting, you may want to block the
light from one headlamp while adjusting the other.

For vehicles with halogen headlamps:

On the wall or screen you will
observe a flat zone of high intensity
light located at the top of the right
hand portion of the beam pattern. If
the top edge of the high intensity
light zone is not at the horizontal
reference line, the headlamp will
need to be adjusted.

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For vehicles with HID headlamps:

There is a distinct cut-off (change
from light to dark) in the left
portion of the beam pattern. The
top edge of this cut-off should be
positioned two inches (51 mm)
below the horizontal reference line.

4. Locate the vertical adjuster on

each headlamp. Using a Phillips #2
screwdriver, turn the adjuster either
clockwise (to adjust down) or
counterclockwise (to adjust up).

5. Close the hood and turn off the

lamps.
HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT

REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE
AND IS NON-ADJUSTABLE.

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL

• Push down to activate the left
turn signal.

• Push up to activate the right turn
signal.

Lights

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INTERIOR LAMPS

Dome lamps and map lamps

The map lamps are located on the
overhead console. Press the controls
to turn on the lamps.

Your vehicle may also have reading
lamps within the rear dome lamp(s).

Press the switches on either side of
the dome lamp to turn on the
lamps.

Ambient lighting (if equipped)

Illuminates footwells, storage bins,
cupholders, door map pockets and
release handles with a choice of
several colors. The ambient lighting
control is located on the instrument
panel. To activate, press and release
the control to cycle through the
color choices plus the off state.

Press this switch to change
intensity.

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The lights come on whenever the ignition is in either the on or accessory
position.

Welcome and farewell lighting are included in the Lincoln white signature
color. The transition from signature color to ambient occurs when the
key is placed in the ignition and all doors are closed. Farewell lighting
occurs when the key is removed from the ignition and the driver door is
opened.

Note: The ambient color will stay on until the ignition is placed in the
off position and either of the front doors are opened or the accessory
delay timer expires. At that time, the ambient color changes to the
signature color.

BULB REPLACEMENT

Lamp assembly condensation

Exterior lamps are vented to accommodate normal changes in pressure.
Condensation can be a natural by-product of this design. When moist air
enters the lamp assembly through the vents, there is a possibility that
condensation can occur when the temperature is cold. When normal
condensation occurs, a thin film of mist can form on the interior of the
lens. The thin mist eventually clears and exits through the vents during
normal operation. Clearing time may take as long as 48 hours under dry
weather conditions.

Examples of acceptable condensation are:

• Presence of thin mist (no streaks, drip marks or droplets)

• Fine mist covers less than 50% of the lens

Examples of unacceptable moisture (usually caused by a lamp water
leak) are:

• Water puddle inside the lamp

• Large water droplets, drip marks or streaks present on the interior of

the lens

Take your vehicle to a dealer for service if any of the above conditions of
unacceptable moisture are present.

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Using the right bulbs

Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs must
be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America and an “E” for
Europe to ensure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe
visibility. The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the
lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time.

Function

* Headlamp high beam 2 H7

* Headlamp low beam 2

* Front park/turn signal lamp 2 3457AK (amber)
* Front supplemental park lamp 4 168 NA
* Rear sidemarker lamp N/A LED
* Stop/tail lamp N/A LED
Rear turn signal lamp 2 HPC24A
* Supplemental tail lamp N/A LED
Backup lamp 2 921
License plate lamp 2 C5WL
High-mount brake lamp 1 921
Fog lamp 2 H11
Front map lamp 2 12V6W
Rear dome/reading lamp 6 578
Glove box lamp 1 194
Visor vanity lamp - Slide on Rail

system (SOR)
Puddle lamp 2 W5W
Luggage compartment lamp 1 578
All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted.
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer.
* To replace these lamps - see your authorized dealer.

Number of

bulbs

2 37 or 14V1CP

Trade number

(D3S [HID]

H11LL

optional)

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Replacing interior bulbs

Check the operation of all bulbs frequently.

Replacing exterior bulbs

Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently.

Replacing headlamp bulbs

High beam/low beam bulb replacement

For driver side replacement of the high beam/low beam bulbs, do the
following:

1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position, then open the

hood.

2. Reach over the front bolster and remove the rubber bulb access cover

from the headlamp housing.

3. Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise, then pull it

straight out of the lamp assembly.

4. Disconnect the electrical connector.

For passenger side replacement of the high beam bulb, see your
authorized dealer.

For passenger side replacement of the low beam bulb, do the
following:

1. Turn the steering wheel all the way to the left.

2. Remove the press pins located in

the wheel well and pull the tire
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3. Reaching through the wheel well, remove the rubber headlamp bulb
access cover.

4. Rotate the headlamp bulb
counterclockwise and remove the
headlamp bulb.

5. Disconnect the electrical connector.

Replacing HID headlamp bulbs (if equipped)

The low beam headlamps on your vehicle use a “high intensity discharge”
source. These lamps operate at a high voltage. When the bulb is burned
out, the bulb and starter capsule assembly must be replaced by your
authorized dealer.

Replacing supplemental park bulbs

1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position, then open the
hood.

2. At the wheel well, remove the
press pins from the splash shield,
then pull the splash shield back to
gain access to the bulbs.

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3. Remove the bulb socket by

rotating it counterclockwise, then
pull it out of the lamp assembly.

4. Carefully pull bulb straight out of

the socket

5. Install the new bulb socket into

the lamp assembly by aligning the
indexing fingers, then rotate
clockwise to the locked position.

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Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulb

For driver side replacement of the front parking lamp/turn signal
bulb, do the following:

WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or
personal burn injuries do not start your engine with the air

cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running.

1. Release the clamps (2) that secure the air filter housing cover.

2. Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing.

3. Locate the mass air flow sensor electrical connector on the air outlet
tube (1). This connector will need to be unplugged.

4. Remove the air filter assembly.

5. Remove the bolts on the air inlet (3), then remove the air inlet.

6. Reach over the front bolster to access the bulb.

7. Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise, then pull it
straight out of the lamp assembly.

Reverse these steps to complete the process.

For passenger side replacement of the front park/turn signal bulb,
see your authorized dealer.

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Replacing stop/tail/turn and side marker bulbs

Your vehicle is equipped with a rear lamp that has a stop/tail/turn and
side marker lamp module containing integral multiple light emitting
diodes (LED). If one or more LEDs burn out, the complete lamp module
has to be replaced. See your authorized dealer for the replacement lamp.

Replacing rear turn signal bulbs

1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position and open the

trunk.

2. Lift out trunk floor carpeting panel to access a luggage scuff plate

(hard molding) and a trunk side panel (dark grey, soft wheelhouse side
trim panel) at the lamp area.

3. Carefully pull/push the trunk side panel (dark grey, soft wheelhouse

side trim panel) outboard to expose the lamp assembly. The most
effective point to grasp the trunk side panel when pulling it out from the
luggage scuff plate is at it’s bottom edge where that edge meets the
exposed sheet metal of the trunk floor.

Note: Do not allow the trunk side panel to remain bent and untucked
from the luggage scuff plate (hard molding) for a long period of time.
Doing so may result in permanent deformation.

4. Remove the bulb socket by

rotating it counterclockwise, then
pulling it out of the lamp assembly.

5. Pull the bulb from the socket and

push in the new bulb.

6. Install the bulb socket into the

lamp assembly by rotating it
clockwise.

7. Carefully push the trunk side

panel (dark grey, soft wheelhouse
side trim panel) back in position to the luggage scuff plate (hard
molding).

8. Reinstall the trunk floor carpeting panel.

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Replacing backup lamp/supplemental tail lamp

The backup lamp and supplemental tail lamps are located in the trunk
lid. Follow the same steps to replace either lamp.

1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the off position and open trunk to
access the lamp assembly.

2. Position the decklid trim aside by
removing 3 to 4 pin-type retainers
to expose the lamp assembly.

3. Remove the bulb socket by
rotating it counterclockwise, then
pull it out of the lamp assembly.

4. Pull the bulb from the socket and
push in the new bulb.

5. Install the bulb socket into the
lamp assembly by rotating it
clockwise.

6. Carefully reposition the trim back
to its original position and secure
the retainers.

Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulb

1. Make sure the ignition control is
in the off position.

2. Open the trunk and reach
underneath package tray to locate
lamp assembly.

3. Remove the bulb socket by
rotating it counterclockwise, then
pull it out of the lamp assembly.

4. Pull the bulb straight from the
socket and push in the new bulb.

5. Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly by rotating it clockwise.

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Replacing license plate lamp bulbs

1. Make sure the headlamp switch is

in the off position.

2. Remove the screws from the

license plate lamp assembly.

3. Remove bulb socket by turning it

counterclockwise.

4. Carefully pull the bulb out from

the socket.
Install new bulb(s) in reverse order.

Replacing fog lamp bulbs

1. Make sure the fog lamp switch is

in the off position.

2. From underneath the vehicle,

partially remove the tire splash
shield by removing four drive
screws.

After removing to allow free access
to the front fog lamp bulb and
electrical wire harness, the splash shield flap can be repositioned.

3. Rotate the harness/bulb assembly

counterclockwise to remove from
the fog lamp.

4. Carefully disconnect the bulb

from the harness assembly via the
two snap clips.

Install the new bulb in reverse order.

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MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER

Windshield wiper: Rotate the end
of the control away from you to
increase the speed of the wipers;
rotate toward you to decrease the
speed of the wipers.

Rain-sensing wipers (if
equipped): The rain-sensing wipers

will automatically activate when
moisture is present on the
windshield and the multi-function
switch is set to one of five
auto/interval moisture sensitivity settings. Rotate the end of the control
toward the windshield to increase the sensitivity. The speed of the
rain-sensitive wipers will vary based on the amount of moisture detected
on the windshield and the auto/interval setting. There are no interval
(intermittent wipe) settings on vehicles with rain-sensing wipers. The
wipers will continue to wipe as long as the presence of moisture is
detected on the windshield. More or less wiping may occur depending on
humidity, mist or light rain, or road spray.

Keep the outside of the windshield clean, especially the area around the
rear view mirror where the sensor is located or rain sensor performance
may be affected.

Note: During winter driving conditions with ice, snow or a salty road
mist, inconsistent or unexpected wiping or smearing may occur. In these
conditions, you can lower the sensitivity to reduce the amount of
smearing or override the feature by selecting low- or high-speed wiping
or turning the wiper system off.

Note: The wipers must be turned off before entering a car wash.
Windshield washer: Press the end

of the stalk:

• briefly: causes a single swipe of
the wipers without washer fluid.

• a quick press and hold: the
wipers will swipe three times with
washer fluid.

• a long press and hold: the wipers
and washer fluid will be activated
for up to ten seconds.

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Courtesy wipe feature: One extra wipe will occur a few seconds after
washing the front window to clear any excess washer fluid remaining on
the windshield.

Note: Do not operate the washer when the washer reservoir is empty.
This may cause the washer pump to overheat. Check the washer fluid
level frequently. Do not operate the wipers when the windshield is dry.
This may scratch the glass, damage the wiper blades and cause the wiper
motor to burn out. Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield,
always use the windshield washer. In freezing weather, be sure the wiper
blades are not frozen to the windshield before operating the wipers.

Windshield wiper rainlamp feature

When the windshield wipers are turned on during daylight, and the
headlamp control is in the autolamp position, the exterior lamps will turn
on after a brief delay and will remain on until the wipers are turned off.

TILT/TELESCOPE STEERING WHEEL

To adjust the steering wheel:

1. Pull the lever down to unlock the
steering column.

2. While the lever is in the down
position, move the steering wheel
up or down and in or out until you
find the desired position.

3. While holding the steering wheel
in place, pull the lever up to its
original position to lock the steering
column.

WARNING: Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is
moving.

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ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR

Lift the mirror cover to turn on the
visor mirror lamp.

Slide-on-rod feature

Rotate the visor towards the side
window and extend it rearward for
additional sunlight coverage.

Note: To stow the visor back into
the headliner, visor must be
retracted before moving it back
toward the windshield.

OVERHEAD CONSOLE

The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according to
your option package.

Storage compartment

Press on the rear edge of the
compartment door to open.

The storage compartment may be
used to secure sunglasses or a
similar object.

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ELECTRONIC COMPASS

The compass heading is displayed in the center integrated display (CID).

The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large
buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magnetic
or metallic objects placed in, on or near the vehicle may also affect
compass accuracy.

Usually, when something affects the compass readings, the compass will
correct itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normal
conditions. If the compass still appears to be inaccurate, a manual
calibration may be necessary. Refer to Compass calibration

adjustment.

Most geographic areas (zones) have a magnetic north compass point that
varies slightly from the northerly direction on maps. This variation is four
degrees between adjacent zones and will become noticeable as the
vehicle crosses multiple zones. A correct zone setting will eliminate this
error. Refer to Compass zone adjustment.

Compass zone adjustment

1. Determine which magnetic zone
you are in for your geographic
location by referring to the zone
map.

2. Turn ignition to the on position.

4

5

123

15

14
13

12

3. Press and hold the 7 and 9 radio
preset buttons together for
approximately five seconds until
ZONE XX appears in the CID.

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4. Press and release the 7 and 9

radio preset buttons together,
repeatedly until ZONE XX changes
to the correct zone (1–15) in the
CID.

5. The direction will display after

the buttons are released. The zone
is now updated.

Compass calibration adjustment

Perform compass calibration in an open area free from steel structures
and high voltage lines. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical
accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all
vehicle doors are shut.

1. Start the vehicle.

2. To calibrate, press and hold the 7

and 9 radio preset buttons together
for approximately 10 seconds until
CAL appears. Release the buttons.

3. Slowly drive the vehicle in a

circle (less than 3 mph [5 km/h])
until the CAL display changes to the
direction value (N, S, E, W, etc.). It
may take up to five circles to
complete calibration.

4. The compass is now calibrated.

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CENTER CONSOLE

Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. These
include:

1. Cup holders with ambient lighting
(if equipped). Slide the door open
to access the cup holders.

2. Utility compartment with aux jack
and USB port, a power point, and
removable coin holder inside and a
secondary storage bin (on hinges
inside utility compartment).
Note: Slide the arm rest to the
rearward position to open the utility
compartment

3. Sliding arm rest.

WARNING: Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects
can injure you in a collision.

AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12V DC)

Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert
any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the
outlet and blow the fuse. Do not hang any type of accessory or
accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power
outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty.

Auxiliary power points can be found in the following locations:

• On the instrument panel

• In the center console utility compartment

Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element (if
equipped).

Note: Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter
socket (if equipped). Improper use of the lighter can cause damage not
covered by your warranty, and can result in fire or serious injury.

To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the power point(s)
over the vehicle capacity of 12V DC/180W. If the power point is not
working, a fuse may have blown. Refer to Fuses and relays in the
Roadside Emergencies chapter for information on checking and
replacing fuses.

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To have full capacity usage of your power point, the engine is required to
be running to avoid unintentional discharge of the battery. To prevent
the battery from being discharged:

• do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is
not running,

• do not leave battery chargers, video game adapters, computers and
other devices plugged in overnight or when the vehicle is parked for
extended periods.

Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used.

POWER WINDOWS

WARNING: Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and
do not let children play with the power windows. They may

seriously injure themselves.

WARNING: When closing the power windows, you should verify
they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or

pets are not in the proximity of the window openings.

Press and pull the window switches
to open and close windows.

• Press down (to the first detent)
and hold the switch to open.

• Pull up (to the first detent) and
hold the switch to close.

Rear Window Buffeting: When one or both of the rear windows are
open, the vehicle may demonstrate a wind throb or buffeting noise. This
noise can be alleviated by lowering a front window approximately
2–3 inches (5–8 cm).

One-touch up or down (front windows only)

This feature allows the driver or passenger’s window to open or close
fully without holding the control down.

To operate one-touch down, press the switch completely down to the
second detent and release quickly. The window will open fully. Momentarily
press the switch to any position to stop the window operation.

To operate one-touch up, pull the switch completely up to the second
detent and release quickly. The window will close fully. Momentarily
press the switch to any position to stop the window operation.

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Global open windows

Press and hold
front windows and (if equipped) vent the moon roof.

• The
the opening operation and fully vent the moon roof.

• If
and moon roof movement will stop.

Note: The ignition must be in the off position and the accessory delay
feature must not be activated in order for this feature to operate.

Note: To disable this feature, contact your authorized dealer.

Bounce-back

When an obstacle has been detected in the window opening as the
window is moving upward, the window will automatically reverse
direction and move down. This is known as “bounce-back”. If the ignition
is turned off (without accessory delay being active) during bounce-back,
the window will move down until the bounce-back position is reached.

Security override

To override a bounce-back condition, within two seconds after the
window reaches the bounce-back position, pull and hold the switch up
and the window will travel up with no bounce-back or pinch
protection. If the switch is released before the window is fully closed,
the window will stop. For example, this can be used to overcome the
resistance of ice on the window or seals.

control can then be released and the windows will complete

or is pressed during the opening operation, both windows

on the remote transmitter to begin opening the two

Window lock

The window lock feature allows only
the driver and front passenger to
operate the power windows.

To lock out all the window controls
(except for the driver and front
passenger) press the right side of
the control. Press the left side to
restore the window controls.

Accessory delay

With accessory delay, the window switches, audio system and moon roof
(if equipped) may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is
turned off or until either front door is opened.

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INTERIOR MIRROR

The interior rearview mirror has two pivot points on the support arm
which lets you adjust the mirror up or down and from side to side.

WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in
motion.

Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror

The interior rear view mirror and a driver’s side exterior mirror have an
auto-dimming function. The electronic day/night mirror will change from
the normal (high reflective) state to the non-glare (darkened) state
when bright lights (glare) reach the interior mirror. When the interior
mirror detects bright light from behind the vehicle, the interior rear view
mirror and the driver’s side exterior mirror will automatically adjust
(darken) to minimize glare.

The mirrors will automatically return to the normal state whenever the
vehicle is placed in R (Reverse) to ensure a bright clear view when
backing up.

Do not block the sensors on the front and back of the interior
rear view mirror since this may impair proper mirror
performance.

Note: A rear center passenger and/or raised rear center headrest (if

equipped) may also block the light from reaching the sensor.

Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh
abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products.

Note: If equipped with a rearview camera system, a video image will

display in the mirror or the navigation system display (if equipped) when
the vehicle is put in R (Reverse). As you shift into any other gear from R
(Reverse), the image will remain for a few seconds and then turn off.
Refer to Rearview camera system in the Driving chapter.

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EXTERIOR MIRRORS

Power side view mirrors

WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in
motion.

To adjust your mirrors:

1. Rotate the control clockwise to

adjust the right mirror and rotate
the control counterclockwise to
adjust the left mirror.

2. Move the control in the direction

you wish to tilt the mirror.

3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place.

Memory feature

The power side view mirror positions are saved when doing a memory
set and can be recalled using the memory feature. Refer to Front seats
in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter.

Automatic dimming feature

The driver’s side view mirror has an auto-dimming function. For more
information, refer to Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror in
this chapter.

Heated outside mirrors

Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice, mist and fog when
the rear window defrost is activated.

Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to
readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place. These actions
could cause damage to the glass and mirrors.

Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh
abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products.

Blind spot mirrors (if equipped)

Your vehicle may be equipped with blind spot mirrors or a blind spot
information system. Refer to Blind spot mirrors or Blind spot

information system (BLIS威) with cross traffic alert (CTA) in the
Driving chapter.

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SPEED CONTROL

With speed control set, you can maintain a set speed without keeping
your foot on the accelerator pedal.

WARNING: Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on
roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved.

Using speed control

The speed controls are located on the steering wheel. The following
buttons work with speed control:

RESUME: Press to resume a set
speed.

SET +: Press to increase the set
speed.

SET –: Press to decrease the set
speed.

OFF/ON: Press to turn speed
control off or on.

Setting speed control

To set speed control:

1. Press and release ON.

2. Accelerate to the desired speed.

3. Press and release SET + or SET -.

4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.

5. The indicator

Note:

• Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a
steep hill.

• If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill, you
may want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed.

• If the vehicle speed decreases more than 10 mph (16 km/h) below
your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage.

light on the instrument cluster will turn on.

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Disengaging speed control

Press the brake pedal to disengage the speed control. Disengaging the
speed control will not erase the previous set speed.

Resuming a set speed

Press and release RESUME. This will automatically return the vehicle to
the previously set speed.

Increasing speed while using speed control

To set a higher speed:

• Press and hold SET + until you get to the desired speed, then release.
You can also use SET + to operate the tap-up function. Press and
release SET + to increase the vehicle set speed in approximately
1 mph (2 km/h) increments.

• Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed, then press and
release SET +.

Reducing speed while using speed control

To reduce a set speed:

• Press and hold SET – until you get to the desired speed, then release.
You can also use SET – to operate the tap-down function. Press and
release SET – to decrease the vehicle set speed in approximately
1 mph (2 km/h) increments.

• Press the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is reached, then
release the pedal and press SET +.

Turning off speed control

To turn off the speed control, press OFF or turn off the ignition.

Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speed
control set speed memory is erased.

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Radio control features

– VOL + (Volume): Press to
decrease or increase the volume.

(Seek): Press to select

the previous/next radio station
preset, CD track or satellite radio
station preset depending on which
media mode you are in.

MEDIA: Press repeatedly to scroll
through available audio modes.

SYNC威 system hands free
control features

Press
command feature. You will hear a
tone and LISTENING will appear in
the radio display. Press and
hold

Press to activate phone mode or
answer a phone call. Press VOL + or

− to adjust volume. Press and
hold

briefly to use the voice

to exit voice command.

to end a call or exit phone mode.

Press
OK to confirm your selection.

For further information on the SYNC威 system, refer to the SYNC威
supplement.

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Navigation system/SYNC威 hands
free control features (if
equipped)

Press
voice

Navigation display to use the voice
command feature.

Press
answer a phone call. Press VOL + or

− to adjust volume. Press and

hold
For further information on the Navigation system/SYNC威 system, refer to

the Navigation System and SYNC威 supplements.

MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)

You can move the glass panel of the moon roof back to open or tilt up
(from the closed position) to ventilate the vehicle.

themselves.

To open the moon roof:

The moon roof is equipped with an
automatic, one-touch, express
opening, closing and venting feature.
Press and release the rear portion of
the control. To stop motion at any
time during the one-touch
operation, press the control a
second time.

control briefly until the

icon appears on the

to activate phone mode or

to exit phone mode or end a call.

WARNING: Do not let children play with the moon roof or leave
children unattended in the vehicle. They may seriously hurt

WARNING: When closing the moon roof, you should verify that
it is free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are

not in the proximity of the moon roof opening.

To close the moon roof:

The moon roof is equipped with an automatic, one-touch, express closing
feature. Press and release the front portion of the control. To stop
motion at any time during the one-touch closing, press the control again.

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Bounce-back:

When an obstacle has been detected in the moon roof opening as the
moon roof is closing, the moon roof will automatically open and stop at a
prescribed position. This is known as “bounce-back”. If the ignition is
turned off (without accessory delay being active) during bounce-back,
the moon roof will move until the bounce-back position is reached.

Bounce-back override:

To override bounce-back, press and hold the front portion of the control.
For example: Bounce-back can be used to overcome the resistance of ice
on the moon roof or seals. If during a bounce-back condition, the control
is released to the neutral position, then held in the one-touch position
within two seconds after the moon roof reaches the bounce-back
position, the moon roof will travel with no bounce-back protection.
If the control is released before the moon roof reaches fully closed or the
ignition is turned off (without accessory delay being active), the moon
roof will stop. Security override can be used if the moon roof movement
is restricted in some way, for example, if there is ice on the moon roof or
seals.

To vent:

• To tilt the moon roof into the vent position (when the glass panel is
closed), press and release the front portion of the control.

• To close the moon roof from the vent position, press and hold the rear
portion of the control until the glass panel stops moving.

The moon roof has a sliding shade that can be opened or closed when
the glass panel is shut. To close the shade, pull it toward the front of the
vehicle

Accessory delay:

With accessory delay, the window switches, audio system, and moon roof
(if equipped) may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch
is turned off or until any door is opened

Note: You can open the vehicle’s front windows and moon roof (if
equipped) by using the control on the remote transmitter. Refer to
Global open windows earlier in this chapter.

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UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER (IF EQUIPPED)

Your vehicle may be equipped with a universal garage door opener which
can be used to replace the common hand-held transmitter.

WARNING: Make sure that the garage door and security device
are free from obstruction when you are programming. Do not

program the system with the vehicle in the garage.

WARNING: Do not use the system with any garage door opener

that does not have the safety stop and reverse feature as
required by U.S. Federal Safety Standards (this includes any garage
door opener manufactured before April 1, 1982).

Note: Make sure you keep the original remote control transmitter for
use in other vehicles as well as for future system programming.

Note: We recommend that upon the sale or lease termination of your
vehicle, you erase the programmed function buttons for security reasons.
See Erasing the function button codes later in this section.

Note: You can program a maximum of three devices. To change or
replace any of the three devices after it has been initially programmed,
you must first erase the current settings. See Erasing the function
button codes later in this section.

Note: Programming the system to a community gate will require a
unique set of instructions depending on the gate system model. Contact
the help line on 1-866-572-2728 for further information.

Note: If you accidently enter the program mode by pressing and
releasing the outer two buttons or all three buttons simultaneously, do
not press any button until the module times out after a few seconds and
resets to normal mode. When the module has timed out, all three LED
lamps will flash rapidly for a few seconds then turn off. Any settings
should remain as previously set.

The universal garage door opener
replaces the common hand-held
garage door opener with a
three-button transmitter that is
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The system includes two primary features, a garage door opener and a
platform for remote activation of devices with the home. As well as being
programmed for garage doors, the system transmitter can be
programmed to operate security devices and home lighting systems.

Additional system information can be found on-line at www.learcar2U.com
or by calling the toll-free help line on 1-866-572-2728.

Types of garage door openers (rolling code and fixed code)

The Car2U威 Home Automation System may be programmed to operate
rolling code and fixed code garage door openers.

• Rolling code garage door openers were produced after 1996 and are
code protected. Rolling code means the coded signal is changed every
time your remote control garage door opener is used.

• Fixed code garage door openers were produced prior to 1996. Fixed
code uses the same coded signal every time. It is manually
programmed by setting DIP switches for a unique personal code.

If you do not know if your garage
door opener is a rolling code or
fixed code device, open your garage
door opener’s remote control battery
cover. If a panel of DIP switches is
present your garage door opener is
a fixed code device. If not, your
garage door opener is a rolling code
device.

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Note: Programming the Car2U威 system to a community gate will require
a unique set of instructions depending on the gate system model.
Contact the Car2U威 help line at 1-866-572-2728 to program your Car2U威
system.

Note: Accidentally entering the program mode may override previously
programmed buttons. This can happen by pressing and releasing the
outer two buttons, or all three buttons, simultaneously. If this happens,
do not press any button until the module times out after approximately

2.5 seconds and resets to normal mode. When time-out occurs, all three

LEDs will flash rapidly for a few seconds then turn off. Any settings
should remain as previously set.

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Rolling code programming

Note: If you do not follow the time-sensitive instructions, the device will
time out and you will have to repeat the complete procedure.

Note: It may be helpful to have another person assist you in
programming the transmitter.

1. Switch the ignition on.

2. Press and hold the outer two
buttons for 1–2 seconds, then
release.

Note: You may need a ladder to
reach the unit and you may need to
remove the cover or lamp lens.

Note: If you cannot locate the learn
button, refer to the Owner Manual
of your garage door opener or call
the toll-free help line on
1-866-572-2728.

3. Press the learn button on the
garage door opener motor.

Note: You will have 10–30 seconds
to complete the following steps.

4. Return to your car.

5. Press and hold the function
button you would like to use to
control the garage door. You may
need to hold the button from
5–20 seconds, during which time the selected button LED lamp will flash
slowly.

6. When the garage door moves, release the button within one second.
The LED lamp will flash rapidly until programming is complete.

7. Press and release the button again. The garage door should move,
confirming that programming is successful. If your garage door does not
operate, repeat the previous steps.

The LED lamp above the selected button will illuminate to confirm that
the system is responding to the button command.

To program another rolling code device, repeat steps one through six
substituting a different function button in step four.

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Fixed code programming

Note: It may be helpful to have another person assist you in
programming the transmitter.

To program units with fixed code
DIP switches, you will need the
garage door hand-held transmitter,
paper and a pen or pencil.

1. Switch the ignition on.

2. Open the battery cover and note

all the switch settings from left to right.
When the switch is in the up, on, or + position, mark down “left button”.
When the switch is in the middle, neutral, or 0 position, mark down

“middle button”.
When the switch is in the down, off, or – position, mark down “right

button”.

3. Press all three function buttons

simultaneously for a few seconds
and then release. The LED lamps
will flash slowly.

Note: The following step must be
completed within 2.5 minutes.

4. Enter the corresponding DIP switch settings from left to right into the

system by pressing and releasing the buttons corresponding to the
settings you noted.

5. Simultaneously press and release all three function buttons. The LED

lamps will illuminate.

6. Press and hold the function

button you would like to use to
control the garage door.

Note: You may need to hold the
button from 5–55 seconds before
observing movement of the garage
door.

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7. When the garage door moves, release the button within one second.
When the button is released, the LED lamp will flash slowly.

8. The LED lamp will begin to flash rapidly until programming is
complete. If your garage door does not operate, repeat the previous
steps. Otherwise, call the toll-free help line on 1-866-572-2728.

The LED lamp above the selected button will illuminate to confirm that
the system is responding to the button command.

Erasing the function button codes

Note: You cannot erase individual
buttons.

1. Press and hold the outer two
function buttons simultaneously for
approximately 20 seconds until the
LED lamps above the buttons flash
rapidly.

2. When the LED lamps flash,
release the buttons. The codes for all buttons are erased.

FCC and RSS-210 Industry Canada Compliance

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of
Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

Changes or modifications to your device not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance can void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.

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POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT

WARNING: Always use floor mats that are designed to fit the

foot well of your vehicle. Only use floor mats that leave the pedal
area unobstructed. Only use floor mats that are firmly secured to
retention posts so that they cannot slip out of position and interfere
with the pedals or impair safe operation of your vehicle in other ways.

• Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and

increase the risk of serious personal injury.

• Always make sure that the floor mats are properly attached to the

retention posts in the carpet that are supplied with your vehicle.
Floor mats must be properly secured to both retention posts to
ensure mats do not shift out of position.

• Never place floor mats or any other covering in the vehicle foot well

that cannot be properly secured to prevent them from moving and
interfering with the pedals or the ability to control the vehicle.

• Never place floor mats or any other covering on top of already

installed floor mats. Floor mats should always rest on top of vehicle
carpeting surface and not another floor mat or other covering.
Additional floor mats or any other covering will reduce the pedal
clearance and potentially interfere with pedal operation.

• Check attachment of floor mats on a regular basis. Always properly

reinstall and secure floor mats that have been removed for cleaning
or replacement.

• Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver foot well

while the vehicle is moving. Objects that are loose can become
trapped under the pedals causing a loss of vehicle control.

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WARNING (Continued)

• Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or attachment
instructions can potentially cause interference with pedal operation
causing loss of control of vehicle.

• To install floor mats, position the floor mat so that the eyelet is over
the retention post and press down to lock in.

• To remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure.

INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROL

Press the remote trunk release
control on the instrument panel to
the left of the steering wheel.

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KEYS

Your vehicle is equipped with two
Integrated Keyhead Transmitters
(IKTs). The key blade functions as a
programmed key which starts the
vehicle and unlocks/locks all the
doors. The transmitter portion
functions as the remote entry
transmitter.

Your IKTs are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-programmed key
will not permit your vehicle to start. If you lose your authorized dealer
supplied IKTs, replacement IKTs are available through your authorized
dealer. Standard SecuriLock威 keys without remote entry transmitter
functionality can also be purchased from your authorized dealer if
desired.

Always carry a spare key with you in case of an emergency.
For more information regarding programming replacement IKTs, refer to

the SecuriLock威 passive anti-theft system section later in this chapter.
Note: Your vehicle’s IKTs were

issued with a security label that
provides important vehicle key cut
information. It is recommended that
you keep the label in a safe place
for future reference.

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MYKEY姞

The MyKey威 feature allows you to program a restricted driving mode to
promote good driving habits. All but one of the keys programmed to the
vehicle can be activated as a MyKey威. The key will remain restricted
until MyKey威 is cleared. Any remaining keys are referred to as an
“administrator key” or admin key. The admin key can be used to create a
MyKey威, program optional MyKey威 settings, and clear the MyKey威
feature. When the MyKey威 feature is enabled the user can use system
check in the message center to see how many MyKeys威 and admin keys
are programmed to the vehicle, and see the total distance the vehicle has
been driven with the MyKey威 active.

MyKey威 restricted features

Standard settings – these settings cannot be changed

• Belt-Minder cannot be disabled. The audio system will be muted
whenever Belt-Minder威 is activated until the safety belts are buckled.
Refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for a detailed
description of Belt-Minder威 operation.

• Low fuel warnings are displayed in the message center followed by a
chime when the distance to empty value reaches 75 miles (120 km).

• The following systems, if equipped, cannot be turned off: reverse
sensing system, blind spot information system (BLIS威) with cross
traffic alert and collision warning system.

Optional settings – these settings can be changed

• Vehicle speed is limited to 80 mph (130 km/h). Visual warnings are
displayed followed by a chime when the vehicle speed has reached
80 mph (130 km/h).

• Visual warnings are displayed followed by a chime when a preselected
vehicle speed of 45, 55 or 65 mph (75, 90, or 105 km/h) is exceeded.

• The maximum volume of the audio system is limited to 45%. MYKEY
VOLUME LIMITED will be displayed in the audio system display when
attempting to exceed the limited volume.

• The AdvanceTrac威 system cannot be turned off. When this optional
setting is on, the MyKey威 user will not be able to deactivate the
system. Note: It may be beneficial to deactivate the AdvanceTrac威
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Create a MyKey威

To program MyKey威 on one of the keys programmed to the vehicle,
insert the key that you want to make a MyKey威 into the ignition. Turn
the ignition on. Use the message center buttons to do the following:

1. Press SETUP until PRESS RESET TO CREATE MYKEY is displayed.

2. Press and release the RESET button. HOLD RESET TO CONFIRM
MYKEY will be displayed.

3. Press and hold the RESET button for two seconds until MARK THIS
AS RESTRICTED is displayed.

4. Wait until KEY RESTRICTED AT NEXT START is displayed.
MyKey威 is successfully programmed. Make sure you label it so you can

distinguish it from the admin keys. Note: To program the optional
settings go to Step 2 in the Programming MyKey威 Optional Settings
section. If your vehicle is equipped with remote start, see the Using
MyKey威 with Remote Start Systems section.

Note: The MyKey威 can be cleared within the same key cycle that it was
created, otherwise a standard key (administrator key) is required to
clear the MyKey威 programming. To clear all MyKeys威 go to Step 2 in the
Clear MyKey威 section.

Programming MyKey威 Optional Settings

Turn the ignition on using an admin key. To program the optional
settings, use the message center buttons to do the following:

1. Press SETUP until RESET FOR MYKEY SETTINGS is displayed.

2. Press and release the RESET button to display MyKey setup menus.
The first menu shown is:

MYKEY MAX MPH <80 MPH> OFF

3. If you don’t want to change the maximum speed setting, press the
SETUP button to display the next menu. The remaining menus appear as
follows with the default settings shown:

MYKEY MPH TONES 45 55 65 <OFF>
MYKEY VOLUME LIMIT <ON> OFF
MYKEY ADVTRAC CTRL ON <OFF>.

4. On any of the menus press RESET to highlight your choice with the
<…>.

5. Press SETUP to enter your choice. The next optional setting will be
displayed.

6. Repeat Steps 4 and 5 until you are done changing the optional settings.
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Clear MyKey威

To reset all MyKeys威 as admin keys, do the following:

1. Turn the vehicle on using the admin key.

2. Press SETUP until PRESS RESET TO CLEAR MYKEY is displayed.

3. Press and release the RESET button. HOLD RESET TO CONFIRM

CLEAR is displayed.

4. Press and hold the RESET button for two seconds until ALL MYKEYS

CLEARED is displayed.

Check MyKey威 system status

The vehicle system check will provide the status of the following MyKey威
parameters:

• MYKEY MILES — This odometer only tracks mileage when a MyKey威
is used. If mileage does not accumulate as expected, then the MyKey威
is not being used by the intended user. The only way to reset this
odometer to zero is by clearing MyKey威. If this odometer is lower than
the last time you checked, then the MyKey威 system has been recently
cleared.

• # MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED — Indicates how many MyKeys威 are
programmed to the vehicle. Can be used to detect deletion of a
MyKey威.

• # ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED — Indicates how many admin keys
are programmed to the vehicle. Can be used to detect if an additional
spare key has been programmed to the vehicle.

Refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter for MyKey威
system warnings displays.

Using MyKey威 with remote start systems

MyKey威 is not compatible with non-Ford approved aftermarket remote
start systems. If you choose to install a remote start system please see
your authorized dealer for a Ford approved remote start system.

When using a Ford-approved remote start system, the default settings
will recognize the remote start system as an additional admin key with
its associated privileges. Program the remote start system as a MyKey威
in addition to the key that they have already programmed as a MyKey威.
To program the remote start system as MyKey威, do the following:

1. Enter the vehicle and close all doors.

2. Remote start the vehicle using a remote start fob.

3. Follow Steps 1-4 in the Create a MyKey威 section.

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Note: For all vehicles, the number of MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED or
ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED that is displayed in the MyKey威 system
status menus will include the remote start system as an additional key in
the total count. See the Check MyKey威 system status section.

Note: For all vehicles with remote start installed, it is possible to
program all ’real’ keys as MyKeys威, in which case, you will need to use
your remote start system to reset all MyKeys威 as admin keys by doing
the following:

1. Enter the vehicle, close all doors.

2. Remote start the vehicle using your remote start fob.

3. Follow Steps 1-4 in the Clear MyKey威 section.

Troubleshooting

Condition Potential Causes

Can’t create a MyKey威 • Key in the ignition is already a

MyKey威.

• Key in the ignition is the last
remaining admin key (there always
has to be at least one admin key).

•SecuriLock威 Passive Anti-Theft
System is disabled or in unlimited
mode

• Vehicle has been started using a
remote start system that is
programmed as MyKey威. Refer to

Using MyKey威 with remote start
systems section.

Cannot program the MyKey威
optional settings

• Key in the ignition is a MyKey威

• No MyKeys威 are programmed to the

vehicle. Refer to Create a MyKey威
section

• Vehicle has been started using a
remote start system that is
programmed as a MyKey威. Refer to

Using MyKey威 with remote start
systems section.

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Condition Potential Causes

Cannot clear MyKey威 • Key in the ignition is a MyKey威

• No MyKeys威 are programmed to the

vehicle. Refer to Create a MyKey威
section

• Vehicle has been started using a
remote start system that is
programmed as a MyKey威. Refer to

MyKey威 with remote start systems

section.

Lost the only admin key • Purchase a new key from your

authorized dealer

Lost any key • For programming spare keys, refer

to the Programming spare keys
section in this chapter.

I accidentally programmed all
keys as MyKeys威

MyKey威 programmed total
includes one additional key

Admin keys programmed total
includes one additional key

MyKey威 miles do not
accumulate

• Vehicle has a remote start system
that is recognized as an admin key.
Refer to the Using MyKey威 with
remote start systems section to reset
all MyKeys威 as admin keys.

• Unknown key has been programmed
to the vehicle as a MyKey威.

• Vehicle is equipped with a remote
start system. Refer to Using MyKey威
with remote start systems section.

• Unknown key has been programmed
to the vehicle as admin key.

• Vehicle is equipped with a remote
start system. Refer to Using MyKey威
with remote start systems section.

• MyKey威 is not being used by the
intended user.

• MyKey威 system has been recently
cleared.

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POWER DOOR LOCKS

• Press the control to unlock all
doors.

• Press the
doors.

Smart locks

This feature attempts to help prevent you from locking yourself out of
the vehicle if your key is still in the ignition.

When you open one of the front doors and you lock the vehicle with the
power door lock control (on the driver or passenger door trim panel), all
the doors will lock, then all doors will automatically unlock reminding
you that your key is still in the ignition.

The vehicle can still be locked, with the key in the ignition, using the
manual lock control on the door, locking the driver’s door with a key, or
using the lock control on the remote entry transmitter portion of your
Integrated Keyhead Transmitter.

If both front doors are closed, the vehicle can be locked from any
method, regardless of whether the key is in the ignition or not.

Autolock feature

The autolock feature will lock all the doors when:

• all the doors are closed,

• the ignition is in the on position,

• you shift into any gear putting the vehicle in motion, and

• the vehicle attains a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h).

The autolock feature repeats when:

• any door is opened then closed while the ignition is in the on position
and the vehicle speed is 9 mph (15 km/h) or lower, and

• the vehicle then attains a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h).

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Deactivating/activating autolock feature

Your vehicle comes with the autolock features activated; there are four
methods to enable/disable this feature:

• Through your authorized dealer,

• by using a power door unlock/lock sequence, or

• using a keypad procedure.

• by using the instrument cluster message center. Refer to Message

center in the Instrument Cluster chapter.

Note: The autolock feature can be activated/deactivated independently
of the autounlock feature.

Power door unlock/lock procedure

Before starting, ensure the ignition is in the off position and all vehicle
doors are closed. You must complete Steps 1–5 within 30 seconds or the
procedure will have to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be
repeated, wait a minimum of 30 seconds before beginning again.

1. Place the key in the ignition and
turn the ignition to the on position.

2. Press the power door unlock
control on the door panel three
times.

3. Turn the ignition from the on
position to the off position.

4. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times.

5. Turn the ignition back to the on position. The horn will chirp one time
to confirm programming mode has been entered and is active.

6. To enable/disable the autolock feature, press the unlock control, then
press the lock control. The horn will chirp once if autolock was
deactivated or twice (one short and one long chirp) if autolock was
activated.

7. Turn the ignition to the off position. The horn will chirp once to
confirm the procedure is complete.

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Keyless entry keypad procedure

1. Turn the ignition to the off

position.

2. Close all the doors.

3. Enter factory–set 5–digit entry

code.

4. Press and hold the 3 • 4. While holding the 3 • 4pressthe7• 8.

5. Release the 7 • 8.

6. Release the 3 • 4.

The user should receive a horn chirp to indicate the system has been
disabled or a chirp followed by a honk to indicate the system has been
enabled.

Autounlock feature

The autounlock feature will unlock all the doors when:

• the ignition is in the on position, all the doors are closed, and the
vehicle has been in motion at a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h);

• the vehicle has then come to a stop and the ignition is turned to the
off or accessory position; and

• the driver door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being
transitioned to the off or accessory position.

Note: The doors will not autounlock if the vehicle has been
electronically locked before the driver door is opened.

Note: The autounlock feature is disabled on vehicles equipped with a
manual transmission.

Deactivating/activating autounlock feature

Your vehicle comes with the autounlock features activated; there are four
methods to enable/disable this feature:

• Through your authorized dealer,

• by using a power door unlock/lock sequence, or

• using a keypad procedure, or

• by using the instrument cluster message center. Refer to Message

center in the Instrument Cluster chapter.

Note: The autounlock feature can be activated/deactivated
independently of the autolock feature.

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Power door unlock/lock procedure

Before starting, ensure the ignition is in the off position and all vehicle
doors are closed. You must complete Steps 1–5 within 30 seconds or the
procedure will have to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be
repeated, wait a minimum of 30 seconds before beginning again.

1. Place the key in the ignition and
turn the ignition to the on position.

2. Press the power door unlock
control on the door panel three
times.

3. Turn the ignition from the on
position to the off position.

4. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times.

5. Turn the ignition back to the on position. The horn will chirp one time
to confirm programming mode has been entered and is active.

6. To enable/disable the autounlock feature, press the lock control, then
press the unlock control. The horn will chirp once if autounlock was
deactivated or twice (one short and one long chirp) if autounlock was
activated.

7. Turn the ignition to the off position. The horn will chirp once to
confirm the procedure is complete.

Keyless entry keypad procedure

1. Turn the ignition to the off
position.

2. Close all the doors.

3. Enter factory–set 5–digit entry
code.

4. Press and hold the 3 • 4. While holding the 3 • 4, press and release
the 7 • 8. While still holding the 3 • 4, press and release the 7 • 8a
second time.

5. Release the 3 • 4.

The user should receive a horn chirp to indicate the system has been
disabled or a chirp followed by a honk to indicate the system has been
enabled.

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CHILD SAFETY LOCKS

When these locks are set, the rear
doors cannot be opened from the
inside.

The rear doors can be opened from
the outside when the childproof
door locks are set, but the doors are
unlocked.

The childproof locks are located on
the rear edge of each rear door and
must be set separately for each
door. Setting the lock for one door will not automatically set the lock for
both doors.

• Insert the key and turn to the lock position (key at an angle) to
engage the childproof lock.

• Insert the key and turn to the unlock position (key horizontal) to
disengage the childproof lock.

INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE

Your vehicle is equipped with a mechanical interior luggage compartment
release handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults in
the event they become locked inside the luggage compartment.

Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation and
location of the release handle.

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