Lincoln MKZ 2010 User Manual

Table of Contents

Introduction 4

Instrument Cluster 12

Warning lights and chimes 12
Gauges 17
Message center 18

Entertainment Systems 29

AM/FM stereo with CDX6/MP3 29
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 37
USB port 38
Satellite radio information 40
Navigation system 44
SYNC威 44

Climate Controls 45

Dual automatic temperature control 45
Navigation system based climate control 48
Rear window defroster 52

Lights 53

Headlamps 53
Turn signal control 57
Bulb replacement 59

Driver Controls 68

Windshield wiper/washer control 68
Steering wheel adjustment 69
Power windows 73
Mirrors 76
Speed control 77
Moon roof 82

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Locks and Security 88

Keys 88
Locks 90
Anti-theft system 103

Seating and Safety Restraints 109

Seating 109
Safety restraints 123
Airbags 137
Child restraints 152

Tires, Wheels and Loading 171

Tire information 171
Tire inflation 173
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 186
Vehicle loading 191
Trailer towing 196
Recreational towing 196

Driving 198

Starting 198
Brakes 203
AdvanceTrac威 205
Transmission operation 211
Reverse sensing system 215
Rear-view camera system 217

Roadside Emergencies 232

Getting roadside assistance 232
Hazard flasher control 233
Fuel pump shut-off switch 233
Fuses and relays 234
Changing tires 241
Wheel lug nut torque 247
Jump starting 248
Wrecker towing 254

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Customer Assistance 256

Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 262
Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 262

Cleaning 263

Maintenance and Specifications 270

Engine compartment 272
Engine oil 274
Battery 278
Engine coolant 280
Fuel information 286
Air filter(s) 300
Part numbers 301
Maintenance product specifications and capacities 302
Engine data 305

Accessories 308

Ford Extended Service Plan 310

Index 313

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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 switch: In the event of an

accident the safety switch will automatically cut off the fuel
supply to the engine. The switch can also be activated through sudden
vibration (e.g. collision when parking). To reset the switch, refer to the
Fuel pump shut-off switch 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 towards 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.

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PERCHLORATE MATERIAL

Certain components of this vehicle such as airbag modules, seat 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.

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/Customer Information 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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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 vehicle diagnostic information 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

Other modules in your vehicle — event data recorders — are capable of
collecting and storing data during a crash or near crash event. The
recorded information may assist in the investigation of such an event.
The modules may record information about both the vehicle and the
occupants, potentially including information such as:

• how various systems in your vehicle were operating;

• whether or not the driver and passenger seatbelts were buckled;

• how far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or the

brake pedal;

• how fast the vehicle was traveling; and

• where the driver was positioning the steering wheel.

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To access this information, special equipment must be directly connected
to the recording modules. 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. Please note
that 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
electronically or verbally disclosing to 911 operators the vehicle location,
and/or other details about the vehicle or crash to assist 911 operators to
provide the most appropriate emergency services. If you do not want to
disclose this information, do not activate the feature. See your SYNC威
supplement for more information.

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, in-vehicle communications
systems, telematics devices and portable two-way radios.

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 that may take their
focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe
operation of their vehicle. Only use cell phones and other devices not
essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so.

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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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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

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 display below
the speedometer. 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.

Overdrive cancel and grade
assist: Illuminates when the

overdrive function of the
transmission has been turned off
and the grade assist function has
been turned on, refer to the Driving chapter.

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™ Passive Anti-theft
System has been activated.

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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.

Door ajar (RTT): Illuminates in
the message center display when
the ignition is in the run position
and any door is open.

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 the
Instrument cluster 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

With the ignition in the on position,
the message center, located on your
instrument cluster, displays
important vehicle information

through a constant monitor of
vehicle systems. You may select

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display features on the message center for a display of status. The
system will also notify you of potential vehicle problems with a display of
system warnings followed by a long indicator chime.

Selectable features

Reset

Press this control to select and reset
functions shown in the INFO menu
and SETUP menu.

Info menu

Pressing this control displays the
following:

• Odometer

• Trip Odometer A or B

• Distance to Empty

• Average Fuel Economy

• Instantaneous Fuel Economy

• Trip Elapsed Drive Time

• Blank

Odometer/Trip odometer

Refer to Gauges in the Instrument Cluster chapter.

Distance to empty (DTE)

Selecting this function from the
INFO menu estimates 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.

The DTE function will display LOW FUEL LEVEL when you have
approximately 50 miles (80 km), to empty. If you reset this warning
message, it will return at approximately 25 miles (40 km), 10 miles
(16 km) and 0 miles (0 km) miles to empty.

DTE 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

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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.

Average fuel economy (AFE)

Select this function from the INFO
menu to display 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

• 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 control (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.

Instantaneous fuel economy (IFE)

Select this function from the INFO
menu to display your instantaneous
fuel economy. This will display your
fuel economy as a bar graph ranging

from
excellent economy.

Your vehicle must be moving to calculate instantaneous fuel economy.
When your vehicle is not moving, this function shows
illuminated. Instantaneous fuel economy cannot be reset.

poor economy to

, one or no bars

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Trip elapsed drive time

Select this function from the INFO
menu to display a timer.

To operate the Trip Elapsed Drive
Time perform 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 for two seconds in order to reset the timer.

Setup menu

Press this control for the following
displays:

• System Check

• Oil Life

• Units (English/Metric)

• Autolamp

• Autolock

• Autounlock

• Blind spot monitoring system (if equipped)

• Cross traffic alert system (if equipped)

• Easy entry/exit seat

• Reverse sensing system (if equipped)

• Language

System check

Selecting this function from the
SETUP menu causes the message
center to cycle through each of the
systems being monitored.

Pressing the RESET control cycles
the message center through each of the systems being monitored.

Some monitored systems show a message only if a warning is present.

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The sequence of the system check report is as follows:

1. XXX% OIL LIFE

2. ALL DOORS CLOSED

3. TRUNK CLOSED

4. BLIND SPOT SYSTEM (if equipped)

5. CROSS TRAFFIC SYSTEM (if equipped)

6. BRAKE SYSTEM

7. FUEL LEVEL

Oil Life XXX%

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
(approximately 7,500 miles [12,000 km] or 12 months) perform the
following:

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

2. Press and hold the RESET
control for two seconds and release.
Oil life is set to 100% and “OIL LIFE
SET TO 100%” is displayed.

Note: To change oil life 100% miles value from 7,500 miles (12,000 km)
or 12 months to another value, proceed to Step 3.

3. Once “OIL LIFE SET TO XXX%” is displayed, release and press the
RESET control switch to change the Oil Life Start Value. Each release
and press will reduce the value by 10%.

Note: Oil life start value of 100% equals 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or
12 months. For example, setting oil life start value to 60% sets the oil
life start value to 4,500 miles (7,200 km) and 219 days.

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Units (English/Metric)

1. Select this function from the
SETUP menu for the current units
to be displayed.

2. Press the RESET control to
change from English to Metric.

Autolamp delay

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

1. To disable/enable the autolamp
delay feature, select this function
from the SETUP control for the
current display mode.

2. Press the RESET control 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.

1. To disable/enable the autolock
feature, select this function from the
SETUP control for the current
display mode.

2. Press the RESET control 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.

1. To disable/enable the autounlock
feature, select this function from the
SETUP control for the current
display mode.

2. Press the RESET control switch
to turn the autounlock on or off.

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Blind spot system (if equipped)

The blind spot information system is designed to assist the driver by
monitoring the side areas on both sides of the vehicle.

1. Select this function from the
SETUP menu to disable the system.

2. Press RESET to turn blind spot
off or on.

Cross traffic alert system (if equipped)

The cross traffic alert system is designed to assist the driver by
monitoring the areas toward the rear of the vehicle.

1. Select this function from the
SETUP menu to disable/enable the
system.

2. Press RESET to cross traffic off
or on.

Easy entry/exit seat

This feature automatically moves the drivers seat backwards for easy exit
from the vehicle.

1. To disable/enable the easy exit
seat feature, select this function
from the SETUP control for the
current display mode.

2. Press the RESET control to turn
the easy entry exit seat ON or OFF.

Rear 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.

1. Select this function from the
SETUP menu to disable the reverse
sensing system feature.

2. Press the RESET control to turn
the rear park assist off. When R
(Reverse) gear is selected, PARK AID OFF will be displayed.

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Language

1. Select this function from the
SETUP menu for the current
language to be displayed.

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

Selectable languages are English, Spanish, or French.

3. Press and hold the RESET control for two seconds to set the language
choice.

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 several
seconds.

The message center will display the last selected feature if there are no
more warning messages. This allows you to use the full functionality of
the message center after you acknowledge the warning by pressing the
RESET control and clearing the warning message.

Warning messages that have been reset are divided into three categories:

• They will not disappear until a condition is changed.

• They will reappear on the display 10 minutes from the reset.

• They will not reappear until an ignition off/on cycle has been

completed.

This acts as a reminder that these warning conditions still exist within
the vehicle.

Warnings that return after 10 minutes:
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.

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Warnings that return after the ignition key is turned from off to
on:

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™ “no cap” fuel system in
the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

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, have the system inspected by your authorized
dealer.

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, have

the system inspected by your authorized dealer.
TRUNK AJAR — Displayed when the trunk is not completely closed.

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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.

OIL LIFE CHANGE SOON — Displayed when the engine oil life
remaining is 10% or less. When oil life left is between 10% and 0%, the
XX% OIL LIFE CHANGE SOON message will be displayed.

OIL CHANGE REQUIRED — Displayed when the oil life left reaches
0%, the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message will be displayed.

BLIND SPOT SYSTEM FAULT (if equipped) — Displayed when a
fault with the blind spot information system has a fault. 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 a fault. 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 in the Driver controls chapter.

CROSS TRAFFIC NOT AVAILABLE (if equipped) — Displayed
when cross traffic alert is not available. See Blind spot information
system in the Driver controls 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 in the Driver controls
chapter.

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

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

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 in
the Driver controls 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 in
the Driver controls chapter.

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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 before the 12 second
chime expires. See Perimeter alarm system in the Locks and security
chapter.

Temporary messages:
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
Locks and Security chapter.

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AUDIO SYSTEMS

AM/FM in-dash CD6/MP3 satellite compatible Lincoln premium sound/THX 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 that may take their
focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe
operation of their vehicle. Only use cell phones and other devices not
essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so.

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.

THX: Your vehicle may be equipped
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. The clock will then begin from that time.

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.

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.

SEEK to access the previous/next strong radio

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To activate: Press MENU repeatedly until RDS (ON/OFF) appears in the
display. Use
you 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
CAT. 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 toggle RDS ON/OFF. When RDS is OFF,

SEEK to toggle RDS to ON. Press

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.

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,press TEXT 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 SEEK to begin random

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

SEEK to view the additional display text.

SEEK to access the previous/next track.

SEEK to toggle ON/OFF. When

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

. The system will eject

SEEK 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,press TEXT and then

press

CAT (Category) / FLD (Folder): Press to toggle 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.

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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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 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.

Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO
SONGS.

SEEK to cycle through the following options:

SEEK to scroll through the list of available SIRIUS

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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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.

Sound Adjustments

Press SOUND repeatedly to cycle through the following features:

BASS: Press

SEEK to adjust the level of bass.

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TREBLE: Press SEEK to adjust the level of treble.

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 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, please refer to SYNC information
included with your vehicle for further information.

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

SEEK to adjust the audio between the left

SEEK to adjust the audio between the back (B)

SEEK to

OK

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

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

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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 that may take their
focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe
operation of their vehicle. Only use cell phones and other devices not
essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so.

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
charged and that the device is turned off.

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
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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.

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 that may take their
focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe
operation of their vehicle. Only use cell phones and other devices not
essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so.

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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 supplement or
Navigation system supplement.

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.

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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.

Satellite radio information (if equipped)

Satellite radio channels: SIRIUS broadcasts a variety of music, news,
sports, weather, traffic and entertainment satellite radio channels. For
more information and a complete list of SIRIUS satellite radio channels,
visit www.sirius.com in the United States, www.sirius-canada.ca in
Canada, or call SIRIUS 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.

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• 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 satellite radio service: SIRIUS 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 service. Vehicles that are equipped with a factory installed
SIRIUS Satellite Radio system include:

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

• Use of online media player providing access to all SIRIUS music
channels over the internet using any computer connected to the
internet (U.S. customers only)

For information on extended subscription terms, contact SIRIUS at
1–888–539–7474.

Note: SIRIUS 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.

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. While in Satellite Radio mode, you can view this number on
the radio display by pressing the SIRIUS button for greater than
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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 TEXT Artist information not

available.

NO TEXT Song title information

not available.

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 at

1–888–539–7474 to

subscribe to the

channel, or tune to

another channel.

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.

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Radio Display Condition Action Required

NO TEXT Category information

NO SIGNAL Loss of signal from

UPDATING _ XX Update of channel

CALL SIRIUS
1–888–539–7474

ANTENNA FAIL Internal failure or

SUB UPDATE Satellite service

not available.

the SIRIUS satellite or

SIRIUS tower to the

vehicle antenna.

programming in

progress. The XX

number indicates the

% complete.

Satellite service has

been deactivated by

SIRIUS Satellite

Radio.

configuration failure

to satellite radio

antenna

subscription has been

updated by SIRIUS

Satellite Radio

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 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 at

1–888–539–7474 to

re-activate or resolve

subscription issues.

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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NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

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

SYNC

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

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

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

1.

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

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

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 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
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.

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

10.

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)

(floor/defrost).

Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in

(defrost). When the ignition switch is

(panel) or (panel/floor).

Passenger heated seat: Press to control the passenger heated

Passenger cooled seat: Press to control the passenger cooled

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11. Driver cooled seat: Press to control the driver cooled seat.

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

12.

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.
Refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter for more
information.

15.

Driver heated seat: Press to control the driver heated seat.

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 BASED – IF EQUIPPED)

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.

R

Rear defroster: Press to activate/deactivate the rear window

2.

defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter for more
information. If your vehicle is equipped with both rear defroster and
heated mirrors, the same button will activate both.

3. 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

4. Passenger temperature: Press to activate separate passenger

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

(floor/defrost).

(defrost)

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5. Passenger heated seat: Press to control the passenger heated

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

6.

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

7.

the vehicle. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time needed to
cool down the interior of the vehicle 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

automatically in all airflow selections 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
Recirculation may turn off automatically in some airflow modes to reduce

fog potential.

8. –

Manual fan speed will appear in the touch screen.

9. AUTO: Press to engage full automatic operation. The system will

automatically determine fan speed, airflow distribution, A/C on or off,
and outside or recirculated air, to heat or cool the vehicle to reach the
desired temperature.

10. Driver temperature: Press to increase/decrease the air temperature

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

11.

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

12.

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

13.

When the system is off, outside air is prevented from entering the
vehicle. The climate status in the touchscreen will also be turned off.

14.

defroster vents and demister vents. Can be used to clear the windshield

Passenger cooled seat: Press to control the passenger cooled

Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in

(defrost). Recirculated air may turn off

(panel) or (floor/panel).

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

Driver cooled seat: Press to control the driver cooled seat.

Driver heated seat: Press to control the driver heated seat.

Power: Press to activate/deactivate the climate control system.

Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield

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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 mode, press AUTO.

TOUCHSCREEN FUNCTIONS

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

Temperature: Press the up and down arrows on the left side of 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 up and down arrows
on the right side of the screen to increase/decrease the airflow
temperature for the passenger side of the vehicle.

•

: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents.

•

•

•

Fan Speed: Press to decrease/increase the 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 the Max A/C button
again for normal A/C operation.

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

rear seat floor vents and de-mister vents.

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

: 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.

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

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VOICE COMMANDS IN CLIMATE MODE

Please refer to the Voice commands in climate mode section of the
Navigation 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.”

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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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
to provide more visibility when driving around curves.

Note: The system has a power-up movement check feature. When the
vehicle is started, the lamps track to the 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).

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 (for a fixed period of time), the exterior lamps will
turn on with the headlamp control in the Autolamp position.

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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 headlamp control to off. The headlamps
will turn off.

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

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.

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)

Turns on the front turn lamps.
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.

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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.

High beams

Push the lever toward the
instrument panel to activate. Pull
the lever towards you to deactivate.

F

F

O

Flash to pass

Pull toward you slightly to activate
and release to deactivate.

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
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• 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.

Note: If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery is
installed, the dimmer control requires re-calibration. Press the dimmer
control from the full dim position to the full on position to reset. This
will ensure that your displays are visible under all lighting conditions.

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).

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.

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4. On the wall or screen you will

observe an area of high intensity
light. The top of the high intensity
area should touch the horizontal
reference line, if not, the beam will
need to be adjusted using the next
step.

5. 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).
The horizontal edge of the brighter
light should touch the horizontal
reference line.

6. 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.

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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
and cupholders with a choice of five
colors. The ambient lighting control
is located on the instrument panel.
To activate, press and release the
control to cycle through the five
color choices plus the off state.

Press this switch to change
intensity.

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

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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 after 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 dealer for service if any of the above conditions of
unacceptable moisture are present.

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.

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Function Number of bulbs

* Headlamp high beam 2 H7

* Headlamp low beam 2

* Front park/turn signal
lamp

* Front redundant park
lamp

* Rear sidemarker lamp N/A LED
* Stop/tail lamp N/A LED
Rear turn signal lamp 2 HPC24A
* Redundant 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
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.

2

4 168 NA

2 37 or 14V1CP

1 578

Trade

number

H11LL

(D3S [HID]

optional)

3457AK

(amber)

Replacing exterior bulbs

Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently.

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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
splash shield back.

3. Reaching through the wheel well, remove the rubber headlamp bulb

access cover.

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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 redundant 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.

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

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) shingles 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 to the shingle position to the luggage scuff plate
(hard molding).

8. Reinstall the trunk floor carpeting panel.

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Replacing backup lamp/redundant tail lamp

The backup lamp and redundant 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 control is set to
one of five auto/interval sensitivity
settings. The wipers will continue to wipe as long as the presence of
moisture is detected on the windshield. The speed of the rain sensing
wipers will vary based on the amount of moisture detected on the
windshield and the auto/interval setting.

Note: The rain sensing wiper feature must be turned off before
entering a car wash.

Windshield washer: Push the end

of the stalk:

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

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

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

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.

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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.

ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR

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

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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
towards 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.

ELECTRONIC COMPASS

The compass heading is displayed as one of N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W and
NW 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 zone adjustment.

Most geographic areas (zones) have a magnetic north compass point that
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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 calibration 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.

3. Press and hold the 7 and 9 radio

preset buttons together for
approximately five seconds until
ZONE XX appears in the CID.

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.

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5

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6 7 8 9 1011

15

14
13

12

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.

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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.

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 (12VDC)

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.

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The auxiliary power point is located in the center console utility
compartment.

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

To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the power point(s)
over the vehicle capacity of 12 VDC/180W. If the power point or cigar
lighter socket 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.

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.

Cigar/Cigarette lighter (if
equipped)

Do not plug optional electrical
accessories into the cigarette lighter
socket. Push the door to access the
lighter.

Do not hold the lighter in with your
hand while it is heating, this will
damage the lighter element and socket. The lighter will be released from
its heating position when it is ready to be used.

Note: Improper use of the lighter can cause damage not covered by your
warranty, and can result in fire or serious injury.

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.

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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 switches to open
and close windows.

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

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

Note: Refer to the Locks and Security chapter for the Opening front
windows and moon roof feature.

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 two to
three inches.

Express down (One Touch Down, Front windows only)

Allows the driver and passenger’s
window to open fully without
holding the control down. Push 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.

Express Up (One Touch Up, Front windows only)

Allows the driver and passenger’s
window to close fully without
holding the control 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

Opening front windows and moon roof

Note: This feature is configured on, to turn this feature on or off contact
your authorized dealer.

AUTO

AUTO

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Press and hold for more than two seconds in order to begin opening
the two front windows and (if equipped) vent the moon roof.

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

• If any other remote entry transmitter control is pressed during the
opening operation, both windows 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.

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

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 switch
is turned off or until either front door is opened.

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INTERIOR MIRROR

The interior rear view 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

Your vehicle is equipped with an
interior rear view mirror and a
driver’s side exterior mirror that
have auto-dimming function. The
electronic day/night mirrors 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.

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 rear view camera, a video image will be

displayed in the mirror or the navigation system display (if equipped)
when the vehicle is put in (R) reverse. Refer to the Driving chapter.

EXTERIOR MIRRORS

Power side view mirrors

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

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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 Memory

seats/power mirrors/steering column in the Seating and Safety
Restraints chapter.

Heated mirrors

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

Note: With the auto dimming feature, the mirror glass is thicker and will
take longer to defrost.

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.

Blind spot mirrors (if equipped)

Your vehicle may be equipped with blind spot information mirrors. See
Blind spot information system in the Driving section.

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.

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Setting speed control

The controls for using your speed
control are located on the steering
wheel for your convenience.

1. Press the ON control and release

it.

2. Accelerate to the desired speed.

3. Press the SET + or SET - control

and release it.

4. Take your foot off the accelerator

pedal.

5. The indicator

instrument cluster will turn on.

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

Disengaging speed control

To disengage the speed control:

• Depress the brake pedal.

Disengaging the speed control will not erase previous set speed.

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Resuming a set speed

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

Increasing speed while using speed control

There are two ways to set a higher
speed:

• Press and hold the SET + control
until you get to the desired
speed, then release the control.
You can also use the SET +
control to operate the Tap-Up
function. Press and release this
control to increase the vehicle set
speed in small amounts by 1 mph
(1.6 km/h).

• Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed. When the
vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET + control.

Reducing speed while using speed control

There are two ways to reduce a set
speed:

• Press and hold the SET - control
until you get to the desired
speed, then release the control.
You can also use the SET ­control to operate the Tap-Down
function. Press and release this
control to decrease the vehicle
set speed in small amounts by
1 mph (1.6 km/h).

• Depress the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is reached and
press the SET + control.

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Turning off speed control

There are two ways to turn off the speed control:

• Depress the brake pedal. This will
not erase your vehicle’s
previously set speed.

• Press the speed control OFF
control.

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

STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS

Radio control features

Press MEDIA to select:

• AM, FM1, FM2, or CD

• SAT1, SAT2 or SAT3 (Satellite

Radio mode).

• LINE IN (Auxiliary input jack)

In Radio mode:

• Press
next/previous preset station.

In CD mode:

• Press
next track on the disc.

In Satellite radio mode:

• Press
through preset channels.

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In any mode:

• Press VOL + or VOL - to adjust
the volume.

SYNC 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
answer a phone call. Press VOL + or

− to adjust volume. Press and

hold

briefly to use the voice

to exit voice command.

to activate phone mode or

to end a call or exit phone mode.

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Press
OK to confirm your selection.

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

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

Press
voice icon appears on the

Navigation display to use the voice
command feature.

Press
answer a phone call. Press VOL + or

− to adjust volume. Press and

hold

control briefly until the

to activate phone mode or

to exit phone mode or end a call.

to scroll through various menus and selections. Press

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For further information on the Navigation system/SYNC system, refer to
the Navigation and SYNC 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.

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

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.

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.

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

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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
Opening front windows and moon roof earlier in this chapter.

HOMELINK姞 WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

The HomeLink威 Wireless Control
System, located on the driver’s visor,
provides a convenient way to
replace up to three hand-held
transmitters with a single built-in
device. This feature will learn the
radio frequency codes of most
transmitters to operate garage
doors, entry gate operators, security systems, entry door locks, and
home or office lighting.

WARNING: When programming your HomeLink威 Wireless
Control System to a garage door or gate, be sure that people and

objects are out of the way to prevent potential injury or damage.

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Do not use the HomeLink威 Wireless Control System with any garage
door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by
U.S. federal safety standards (this includes any garage door opener
model manufactured before April 1, 1982). A garage door which cannot
detect an object, signaling the door to stop and reverse, does not meet
current U.S. federal safety standards. For more information, contact
HomeLink威 at: www.homelink.com or 1–800–355–3515.

Retain the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for
future programming procedures (i.e. new HomeLink威 equipped vehicle
purchase). It is also suggested that upon the sale of the vehicle, the
programmed Homelink威 buttons be erased for security purposes, refer to
Programming in this section.

Programming

Do not program HomeLink威 with the vehicle parked in the garage.
Note: Your vehicle may require the ignition switch to be turned to the

accessory position for programming and/or operation of the HomeLink威.
It is also recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held
transmitter of the device being programmed to HomeLink威 for quicker
training and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal.

1. Position the end of your

hand-held transmitter 1–3 inches
(2–8 cm) away from the HomeLink威
button you wish to program (located
on your visor) while keeping the
indicator light in view.

2. Simultaneously press and hold

both the chosen HomeLink威 and
hand-held transmitter buttons until the HomeLink威 indicator light
changes from a slow to a rapidly blinking light. Now you may release
both the HomeLink威 and hand-held transmitter buttons.

Note: Some entry gates and garage door openers may require you to
replace Step 2 with procedures noted in the Gate Operator and
Canadian Programming in this section for Canadian residents.

3. Firmly press and hold for five seconds and release the

programmed HomeLink威 button up to two separate times to activate the
door. If the door does not activate, press and hold the just-trained
HomeLink威 button and observe the indicator light.

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• If the indicator light stays on constantly, programming is complete

and your device should activate when the HomeLink威 button is pressed
and released.

• If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns

to a constant light continue with “Programming” Steps 4 through
6 to complete programming of a rolling code equipped device (most

commonly a garage door opener).

4. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage,

locate the “learn” or “smart” button (usually near where the hanging
antenna wire is attached to the unit).

5. Firmly press and release the “learn” or “smart” button. (The name and

color of the button may vary by manufacturer.)
Note: There are 30 seconds in which to initiate Step 6.

6. Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for two seconds and

release the programmed HomeLink威 button. Repeat the
press/hold/release sequence again and, depending on the brand of the

garage door opener (or other rolling code equipped device), repeat this
sequence a third time to complete the programming.

HomeLink威 should now activate your rolling code equipped device. To
program additional HomeLink威 buttons begin with Step 1 in this section.
For questions or comments, please contact HomeLink威 at
www.homelink.com or 1–800–355–3515.

Gate Operator & Canadian Programming

During programming, your
hand-held transmitter may
automatically stop transmitting —
not allowing enough time for
HomeLink威 to accept the signal
from the hand-held transmitter.

After completing Step 1 outlined in
the Programming section, replace
Step 2 with the following:

Note: If programming a garage door opener or gate operator, it is
advised to unplug the device during the “cycling” process to prevent
overheating.

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• Continue to press and hold the HomeLink威 button (note Step 2 in the

Programming section) while you press and release — every two
seconds (“cycle”) your hand-held transmitter until the frequency

signal has been accepted by the HomeLink威. The indicator light will
flash slowly and then rapidly after HomeLink威 accepts the radio
frequency signal.

• Proceed with Step 3 in the Programming section.

Operating the HomeLink姞 Wireless Control System

To operate, simply press and release
the appropriate HomeLink威 button.
Activation will now occur for the
trained product (garage door, gate
operator, security system, entry
door lock, or home or office lighting
etc.). For convenience, the
hand-held transmitter of the device
may also be used at any time. In the event that there are still
programming difficulties, contact HomeLink威 at www.homelink.com or

1–800–355–3515.

Erasing HomeLink姞 buttons

To erase the three programmed
buttons (individual buttons cannot
be erased):

• Press and hold the two outer
HomeLink威 buttons until the
indicator light begins to
flash-after 20 seconds. Release
both buttons. Do not hold for
longer that 30 seconds.

HomeLink威 is now in the train (or learning) mode and can be
programmed at any time beginning with Step 1 in the Programming
section.

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Reprogramming a single HomeLink姞 button

To program a device to HomeLink威 using a HomeLink威 button previously
trained, follow these steps:

1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink威 button. Do NOT release the

button.

2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without

releasing the HomeLink威 button, follow Step 1 in the Programming
section.

For questions or comments, contact HomeLink威 at www.homelink.com
or 1–800–355–3515.

POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT

WARNING: Do not install additional floor mats on top of the
factory installed floor mats as they may interfere with the

accelerator or the brake pedals.

Position the floor mat so that the
eyelet is over the pointed end of the
retention post. Make sure that the
mat does not interfere with the
operation of the accelerator or the
brake pedal. 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 IKT functions as both a
programmed ignition key that
operates all the locks and starts the
vehicle, and a 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™ 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™ passive anti-theft system section later in this chapter.

Note: Your vehicle’s IKTs were
issued with a security label on them
that provides important vehicle key
cut information. It is recommended
that you maintain the label in a safe
place for future reference, such as
the inside front cover of this

Owner’s Guide.

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Recommended handling of the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT)

To avoid inadvertently activating the remote entry functions of your
vehicle, it is recommended that the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter
(IKT) be handled properly when starting and turning off your vehicle.

When inserting the IKT into the
ignition cylinder, place your thumb
on the center thumb rest of the IKT
and forefinger on the logo badge on
the opposite side.

To gain more leverage when rotating
the IKT in the ignition lock cylinder,
you can readjust the location of
your thumb to grasp the IKT on the
outer edge next to the

control.

Likewise, when rotating the IKT to
the off position in the ignition lock
cylinder, the bottom edge of the IKT
adjacent to the
utilized.

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POWER DOOR LOCKS

• Press the
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.

control to unlock all

control to lock all

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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CHILDPROOF DOOR 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 doors
are unlocked.

The childproof locks are located on
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 locks.

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

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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To open the luggage compartment
door (lid) from within the luggage
compartment, pull the illuminated
“T” shaped handle and push up on
the trunk lid. The handle is
composed of a material that will
glow for hours in darkness following
brief exposure to ambient light.

The “T” shaped handle will be
located either on the luggage
compartment door (lid) or inside
the luggage compartment near the
tail lamps.

WARNING: Keep vehicle

doors and luggage
compartment locked and keep
keys and remote transmitters out
of a child’s reach. Unsupervised
children could lock themselves in
the trunk and risk injury. Children
should be taught not to play in
vehicles.

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WARNING: Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or animals

unattended in the vehicle. On hot days, the temperature in the
trunk or vehicle interior can rise very quickly. Exposure of people or
animals to these high temperatures for even a short time can cause
death or serious heat-related injuries, including brain damage. Small
children are particularly at risk.

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REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM

The Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT) 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 not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.

The typical operating range for your IKT is approximately 33 feet
(10 meters). A decrease in operating range could be caused by:

• weather conditions,

• nearby radio towers,

• structures around the vehicle, or

• other vehicles parked next to your vehicle.

The IKT allows you to:

• remotely unlock the vehicle
doors.

• remotely lock all the vehicle
doors.

• remotely open the trunk.

• activate the personal alarm.

• arm and disarm the perimeter

anti-theft system.

• operate the illuminated entry
feature.

The remote entry lock/unlock feature operates in any ignition position
except while the key is held in the start position. The panic feature
operates with the key in the off position.

If there are problems with the remote entry system, make sure to take
ALL Integrated Keyhead Transmitters with you to the authorized
dealer in order to aid in troubleshooting the problem.

Unlocking the doors/two stage unlock

1. Press and release to unlock the driver’s door. Note: The interior

lamps will illuminate.

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2. Press and release again within five seconds to unlock all the doors.

The remote entry system activates the illuminated entry feature; this
feature turns on the lamps for 25 seconds or until the ignition is turned
to the on position.

The inside lights will not turn off if:

• they have been turned on using the dimmer control or

• any door is open.

The battery saver feature will turn off the interior lamps 30 minutes after
the ignition is turned to the off position.

Two stage unlocking may be disabled or re-enabled by simultaneously
pressing the
two stage unlock allows all vehicle doors to unlock simultaneously). The

turn lamps will flash twice to indicate that two-stage unlock was enabled
or disabled.

Opening front windows and moon roof

You can open the vehicle’s windows, and (if equipped) vent the moon
roof by using the
windows in the Driver Controls chapter for more information.

Locking the doors

1. Press

2. Press

the doors are closed. Note: The doors will lock again, the horn will chirp
and the turn lamps will flash once if all the doors and trunk are closed.

Note: If any door or the trunk is not closed, or if the hood is not closed
in vehicles equipped with the perimeter alarm feature, the horn will
chirp twice and the lamps will not flash.

and controls on the IKT for four seconds (disabling

control on the transmitter. Refer to Power

and release to lock all the doors. The turn lamps will flash.

and release again within three seconds to confirm that all

Car finder

Press
lamps will flash. It is recommended that this method be used to locate

your vehicle, rather than using the panic alarm.

Sounding a panic alarm

Press
will flash for a maximum of three minutes. Press again or turn the
ignition to the on position to deactivate, or wait for the alarm to time out
in three minutes.

twice within three seconds. The horn will chirp and the turn

to activate the alarm. The horn will sound and the turn lamps

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Note: The panic alarm will only operate when the ignition is in the off
position.

Opening the trunk

Press twice within three seconds to open the trunk.

• Ensure that the trunk is closed and latched before driving your
vehicle. Failure to properly latch the trunk may cause objects to fall
out or block the driver’s rear view.

Memory feature

The Integrated Keyhead Transmitter allows you to recall the memory
seat and mirrors feature.

Press
memory position. Note: The seat will not travel to its final position if the
key is not in the ignition and the easy entry feature is enabled.

Activating the memory feature

To activate this feature:

1. Position the seat and mirrors to the desired positions.

2. Press and hold either the 1 or 2

control on the driver’s door for five
seconds. (A tone will be heard after

1

⁄2seconds when the memory store

1
is done) continue to hold until a
second tone is heard after five
seconds.

3. Within three seconds press

the

4. A tone will be heard when the

activation is complete.

5. Repeat this procedure for another transmitter if desired.

Deactivating the memory feature

To deactivate this feature:

1. Press and hold either the 1 or 2 control on the driver’s door for five

seconds. (A tone will be heard after 1
is done) continue to hold until a second tone is heard after five seconds.

2. Within three seconds press the

to automatically move the seat and mirrors to the desired

on the transmitter.

1

⁄2seconds when the memory store

on the transmitter.

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3. A tone will be heard when the deactivation is complete.

4. Repeat this procedure for another transmitter if desired.

Replacing the battery

The Integrated Keyhead Transmitter uses one coin type three-volt
lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent.

To replace the battery:

1. Twist a thin coin in the slot of the

IKT near the key ring in order to
remove the battery cover.

2. Do not wipe off any grease on the

battery terminals on the back
surface of the circuit board.

3. Remove the old battery.

Note: Please refer to local
regulations when disposing of
transmitter batteries.

4. Insert the new battery. Refer to the instructions inside the IKT for the

correct orientation of the battery. Press the battery down to ensure that
the battery is fully seated in the battery housing cavity.

5. Snap the battery cover back onto the key.

Note: Replacement of the battery will not cause the IKT to become
deprogrammed from your vehicle. The IKT should operate normally after
battery replacement.

Replacing lost Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs)

If you would like to have your Integrated Keyhead Transmitters
reprogrammed because you lost one, or would like to buy additional
IKTs, you can either reprogram them yourself, or take all IKTs to your
authorized dealer for reprogramming.

How to reprogram your Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs)

To program a new Integrated Keyhead Transmitter yourself, refer to
Programming spare keys in the SecuriLock™ passive anti-theft

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system section of this chapter. Note: At least two IKTs are required to
perform this procedure yourself.

Illuminated entry

The interior lamps and puddle lamps (if equipped) illuminate when the
Integrated Keyhead Transmitter or the keyless entry system keypad is
used to unlock the door(s).

The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if:

• the ignition is turned to the on position,

• the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter lock control is pressed, or

• the vehicle is locked using the keyless entry keypad, or

• after 25 seconds of illumination.

The inside lights will not turn off if:

• they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or

• any door is open.

Perimeter lamps illuminated entry

With the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter system, the following items will
illuminate when the

• Fog lamps

• Park lamps

• Tail lamps

The lamps will automatically turn off:

• if the ignition switch is turned to the 3 (on) position, or

• the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter lock control is pressed, or

• the vehicle is locked using the keyless entry keypad, or

• after 25 seconds of illumination.

Note: On some vehicles, the perimeter lamps illuminated entry feature
will not activate in daylight conditions.

Deactivating/activating perimeter lamps illuminated entry

You may enable/disable this feature by having your vehicle serviced by
your authorized dealer.

You may also perform the following power door lock sequence to
enable/disable the perimeter lamps feature. Note: Before starting, ensure

(unlock) control on the transmitter is pressed:

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