Lincoln MKT (2019 year). Manual - part 5

When you electronically lock your vehicle
with any door open, the transmission is in
park (P) and the ignition is off, the system
searches for an intelligent access key inside
your vehicle after you close the last door.  If
the system finds a key, all of the doors will
immediately unlock and the horn will sound
twice, indicating that a key is inside.

You can override the smart unlock feature
and intentionally lock the intelligent access
key inside your vehicle.

To override smart unlock, lock your vehicle
after you have closed all doors by:
•

Using the keyless entry keypad.

•

Pressing the lock button on another
intelligent access key.

•

Touching the locking area on the front of
the door handle with another intelligent
access key in your hand.

When you open one of the front doors and
lock your vehicle using the power door lock
control, all doors will lock then unlock if:
•

The ignition is on.

•

The ignition is off and the transmission
is not in park (P).

Autolock

Autolock locks all the doors when all of the
following occur:
•

All doors are closed.

•

The ignition is on.

•

You shift into any gear putting your
vehicle in motion.

•

Your vehicle attains a speed greater than
4 mph (7 km/h).

Autounlock

Autounlock unlocks all the doors when all of
the following occur:
•

The ignition is on, all the doors are closed
and your vehicle has been in motion at
a speed greater than 4 mph (7 km/h).

•

Your vehicle comes to a stop and you
switch the ignition off or to the accessory
position.

•

You open the driver door within 10
minutes of switching the ignition off or to
accessory.

Note: If you electronically lock your vehicle
after you switch the ignition off with the
driver door closed, the doors will not
autounlock.

Enabling or Disabling Autounlock

To enable or disable autounlock, do the
following:

1. Switch the ignition on.

2. Press the power door unlock control

three times.

3. Switch the ignition off.

4. Press the power door unlock control

three times.

5. Switch the ignition on.  The horn sounds

indicating your vehicle is in programming
mode.

6. Press the power door lock control and

within five seconds, press the power door
unlock control.  The horn sounds once if
disabled or twice if enabled.

7. Switch the ignition off.  The horn sounds

indicating programming is complete.

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Doors and Locks

Illuminated Entry

The interior lamps and some exterior lamps
illuminate when you unlock the doors with
the remote control.

The lamps turn off if:
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The ignition is on.

•

You press the remote control lock button.

•

25 seconds have elapsed.

The lamps do not turn off if:
•

You switch them on with the lighting
control.

•

Any door is open.

Illuminated Exit

The interior lamps and some exterior lamps
illuminate when all doors are closed and you
switch the ignition off.

The lamps turn off if all the doors remain
closed and:
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25 seconds have elapsed.

•

You lock your vehicle from the outside.

Battery Saver

If you leave the courtesy lamps, interior
lamps or headlamps on, the battery saver
shuts them off 10 minutes after you switch
the ignition off.

Battery Saver for Intelligent Access Keys

If you leave the ignition switched on and the
engine is not running, the battery saver will
turn the ignition off when it detects a certain
amount of battery drain, or after 45 minutes
have elapsed.

KEYLESS ENTRY

SECURICODE™ Keyless Entry Keypad

The keypad is near the driver window.  It
illuminates when touched.

Note:  If you enter your entry code too fast
on the keypad, the unlock function may not
work.  Enter your entry code again more
slowly.

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You can use the keypad to do the following:
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Lock or unlock the doors.

•

Program and erase user codes.

•

Arm and disarm the anti-theft alarm.

•

Recall memory seat and mirror positions.

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Doors and Locks

You can operate the keypad with the
factory-set five-digit entry code.  The code
is on the owner’s wallet card in the glove box
and is available from an authorized dealer. 
You can also program up to five of your own
five-digit personal entry codes.

Programming a Personal Entry Code

1. Enter the factory-set five-digit code.

2. Press 1·2 on the keypad within five

seconds.

3. Enter your personal five-digit code.  You

must enter each number within five
seconds of each other.

4. Press 1·2 on the keypad to save personal

code 1.

The doors lock then unlock to confirm that
programming was successful.

To program additional personal entry codes,
repeat steps 1 through 3, then for step 4:
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Press 3·4 to save personal code 2.

•

Press 5·6 to save personal code 3.

•

Press 7·8 to save personal code 4.

•

Press 9·0 to save personal code 5.

Hints:
•

Do not set a code that uses five of the
same number.

•

Do not use five numbers in sequential
order.

•

The factory-set code works even if you
have set your own personal code.

Recalling Memory Positions

The programmed entry codes recall driver
memory positions as follows:
•

Entry code 1 recalls driver 1 memory
positions.

•

Entry code 2 recalls driver 2 memory
positions.

•

Entry code 3 recalls driver 3 memory
positions.

Note: Personal entry codes 4 and 5 will not
recall memory positions.

Erasing a Personal Code

1. Enter the factory-set five-digit code.

2. Press and release 1·2 on the keypad

within five seconds.

3. Press and hold 1·2 for two seconds. You

must do this within five seconds of
completing step 2.

All personal codes erase and only the
factory-set five-digit code works.

Anti-Scan Feature

The keypad goes into an anti-scan mode if
you enter the wrong code seven times.  This
mode turns off the keypad for one minute
and the keypad lamp flashes.

The anti-scan feature turns off after any of
the following occur:
•

One minute of keypad inactivity.

•

You press the unlock button on the
remote control.

•

You switch your vehicle on.

•

You unlock the vehicle using intelligent
access.

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Doors and Locks

Locking and Unlocking the Doors

Locking All Doors

Press and hold 7·8 and 9·0 on the keypad
simultaneously with the driver door closed.
You do not need to enter a code first.

Unlocking All Doors

Enter the factory-set code or your personal
code, then press 3·4 on the keypad within
five seconds.

Unlocking Only the Driver Door

Enter the factory-set or your personal
five-digit code.  You must press each number
within five seconds of each other.  The
interior lamps illuminate.

Note: All doors unlock if the two-stage
unlocking feature is turned off.  See Locking
and Unlocking (page 69).

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Doors and Locks

POWER LIFTGATE

WARNINGS

It is extremely dangerous to ride in a
cargo area, inside or outside of a

vehicle. In a crash, people riding in these
areas are more likely to be seriously injured
or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any
area of your vehicle that is not equipped with
seats and seatbelts. Make sure everyone in
your vehicle is in a seat and properly using
a seatbelt. Failure to follow this warning
could result in serious personal injury or
death.

Make sure to close and latch the
liftgate to prevent drawing exhaust

fumes into your vehicle. This will also prevent
passengers and cargo from falling out. If you
must drive with the liftgate open, keep the
vents or windows open so outside air comes
into your vehicle. Failure to follow this
warning could result in serious personal
injury.

WARNINGS

Keep keys out of reach of children. Do
not allow children to operate or play

near an open or moving power liftgate. You
should supervise the operation of the power
liftgate at all times.

Note:  Make sure that you close the liftgate
before operating or moving your vehicle,
especially in an enclosure, like a garage or
a parking structure.  This could damage the
liftgate and its components.

Note:  Do not hang anything, for example a
bike rack, from the glass or liftgate.  This
could damage the liftgate and its
components.

The liftgate only operates with the
transmission in park (P).

Three warning tones sound as the liftgate
begins to power close. If there is a problem
with the open or close request, one of the
following may occur:
•

One tone sounds if the ignition is on and
the transmission is not in park (P).

•

Three tones sound if the battery voltage
is below the minimum operating voltage.

•

One tone sounds if the vehicle speed is
at or above 3.1 mph (5 km/h)

If the liftgate starts to close after it has fully
opened, this indicates there may be
excessive weight on the liftgate or a possible
gas strut failure. A repetitive tone sounds
and the liftgate closes under control. Remove
any excessive weight from the liftgate. If the
liftgate continues to close after opening,
have the system checked by an authorized
dealer

Opening and Closing the Liftgate

WARNING

Make sure all persons are clear of the
power liftgate area before using the

power liftgate control.

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Liftgate

Note: Be careful when opening or closing
the liftgate in a garage or other enclosed
area to avoid damaging the liftgate.

Note: This could damage the liftgate and its
components. Do not leave the liftgate open
while driving.

From the Instrument Panel

With the transmission in park (P),
press the button on the instrument
panel.

Remote Control

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Press the button twice within three
seconds.

Outside Control Button

Opening the Liftgate

1. Unlock the liftgate with the remote

control or power door unlock control.  If
an intelligent access key is within 3.3 ft
(1 m) of the liftgate, the liftgate unlocks
when you press the liftgate release
button.

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2. Press the liftgate release button hidden

above the license plate.

Note: Allow the power system to open the
liftgate. Manually pushing or pulling the
liftgate may activate the system’s obstacle
detection feature and stop the power
operation or reverse its direction, replicate
a strut failure, or damage mechanical
components.

Stopping the Liftgate Movement

You can stop the liftgate movement by doing
any of the following:
•

Pressing the liftgate control button.

•

Pressing the liftgate button on the remote
control twice.

•

Pressing the liftgate button on the
instrument panel.

•

Activating the obstacle detection feature.

Obstacle Detection

Closing

The system stops when it detects an
obstacle.  Three tones sound and the system
reverses to open.  When you remove the
obstacle, you can power close the liftgate.

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Liftgate

Note:  Entering your vehicle when the liftgate
is closing can activate obstacle detection. 
To prevent this, allow the power liftgate to
fully close before you enter your vehicle. 
Before driving off, check the instrument
cluster for a liftgate or door ajar message or
warning indicator.  Failure to do this could
result in unintentionally leaving the liftgate
open while driving.

Opening

The system stops when it detects an
obstacle and two short tones sound.  When
you remove the obstacle, you can continue
to operate the liftgate.

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Liftgate

PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM

Note:  The system is not compatible with
non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. 
Use of these systems may result in engine
starting problems and a loss of security
protection.

Note:  Metallic objects, electronic devices
or a second coded key on the same key
chain may result in vehicle starting problems,
especially if they are too close to the key
when starting your vehicle.  Prevent these
objects from touching the coded key when
starting your vehicle.  Switch the ignition off,
move all objects on the key chain away from
the coded key and restart your vehicle if a
problem occurs.

Note:  Do not leave a duplicate coded key
in your vehicle.  Always take your keys and
lock all doors when leaving your vehicle.

SecuriLock®

The system helps prevent the engine from
starting unless you use a coded key
programmed to your vehicle.  Using the
wrong key may prevent your vehicle from
starting.  A message may appear in the
information display.

If you are unable to start your vehicle with a
coded key, it is not operating correctly. A
message may appear in the information
display.

Automatic Arming

The system arms when you switch the
ignition off.

Automatic Disarming

The system disarms when you switch the
ignition on with a coded key.

Replacement Keys

Note: Your vehicle comes with two keys.

The intelligent access key functions as a
programmed key that operates the driver
door lock and turns on the intelligent access
with push button start system, as well as a
remote control.

If your coded keys are lost or stolen and you
do not have an extra coded key, you need
to erase the key codes from your vehicle and
program new coded keys. Contact an
authorized dealer.

Store a spare intelligent access key away
from your vehicle in a safe place.  You can
purchase replacement keys or remote
controls from an authorized dealer.

Programming a Spare Intelligent Access
Key

Note: You can program a maximum of four
keys to your vehicle.

You must have two previously programmed
intelligent access keys inside your vehicle
and the new unprogrammed intelligent
access keys readily accessible. Contact an
authorized dealer to have the spare key
programmed if two previously programmed
keys are not available.

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Security

Make sure that the ignition is switched off
before beginning this procedure.  Make sure
that you close all the doors before beginning
and that they remain closed throughout the
procedure.  Carry out all steps within 30
seconds of starting the sequence.  Stop and
wait for at least one minute before starting
again if you carry out any steps out of
sequence.

Read and understand the entire procedure
before you begin.

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1. Open the floor console storage

compartment lid.

2. Insert the passive key into the backup

slot.

3. Press the push button ignition switch.

4. Wait five seconds and then press the

push button ignition switch again.

5. Remove the intelligent access key.

6. Within 10 seconds, place a second

programmed intelligent access key in the
backup slot and press the push button
ignition switch.

7. Wait five seconds and then press the

push button ignition switch again.

8. Remove the intelligent access key.

9. Wait five seconds, then place the

unprogrammed intelligent access key in
the backup slot and press the push
button ignition switch.

Programming is now complete.  Check that
the remote control functions operate and
your vehicle starts with the new intelligent
access key.

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Security

If programming was unsuccessful, wait 10
seconds and repeat Steps 1 through 7. If
programming remains unsuccessful, contact
an authorized dealer.

ANTI-THEFT ALARM

The system will warn you of an unauthorized
entry to your vehicle. It will be triggered if
any door, the luggage compartment or the
hood is opened without using the key,
remote control or keyless entry keypad.

The direction indicators will flash and the
horn will sound if unauthorized entry is
attempted while the alarm is armed.

Take all remote controls to an authorized
dealer if there is any potential alarm problem
with your vehicle.

Arming the Alarm

The alarm is ready to arm when there is not
a key in your vehicle. Electronically lock your
vehicle to arm the alarm.

Disarming the Alarm

Disarm the alarm by any of the following
actions:

•

Unlock the doors or luggage
compartment with the remote control or
keyless entry keypad.

•

Switch your vehicle on or start your
vehicle.

•

Use a key in the driver door to unlock
your vehicle, then switch your vehicle on
within 12 seconds.

Note: Pressing the panic button on the
remote control will stop the horn and signal
indicators, but will not disarm the system.

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Security

ADJUSTING THE STEERING WHEEL

WARNING

Do not adjust the steering wheel when
your vehicle is moving.

Note:  Make sure that you are sitting in the
correct position.   See Sitting in the Correct
Position (page 133).

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Use the control on the side of the steering
column to adjust the position.

To adjust:
•

Tilt: Press the top or bottom of the
control.

•

Telescope: Press the front or rear of the
control.

End of Travel Position

The steering column sets a stopping position
just short of the end of the column position
to prevent damage to the steering column.
A new stopping position sets if the steering
column encounters an object when tilting or
telescoping.

To reset the steering column to its normal
stopping position:

1. Confirm there is nothing obstructing the

motion of the steering column.

2. Press and hold the steering column

control until the steering column stops
moving.

3. Press the steering column control again.

Note: The steering column may begin to
move again.

4. When the steering column stops,

continue holding the control for a few
seconds.

5. Repeat for each direction as necessary.

A new stopping position sets. The next time
you tilt or telescope the steering column, it
stops just short of the end of the column
position.

Memory Feature

You can save and recall the steering column
position with the memory function.  See
Memory Function (page 138).

Pressing the adjustment control during a
memory recall cancels the operation.

Easy Entry and Exit Feature

The column moves up when you switch the
ignition off. Switch the ignition on to return
the system to its previous settings. You can
switch this feature on or off in the information
display.  See Information Displays (page
108).

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Steering Wheel

Note: Depending on your vehicle, the column
may move up and in.

AUDIO CONTROL

You can operate the following functions with
the control:

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V

Volume up.

A

Volume down.

B

Seek up and down or next.

C

Seek, Next or Previous

Press the seek button to:
•

Tune the radio to the next or previous
stored preset.

•

Play the next or the previous track.

Press and hold the seek button to:
•

Tune the radio to the next station up or
down the frequency band.

•

Seek through a track.

VOICE CONTROL

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V

Phone mode.

A

Voice recognition.

B

See your SYNC information.

CRUISE CONTROL

Type One

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See Using Cruise Control (page 207).

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Steering Wheel

Type Two

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See Using Adaptive Cruise Control (page
208).

INFORMATION DISPLAY CONTROL

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See Information Displays (page 108).

HEATED STEERING WHEEL

 (If Equipped)

Switch the heated steering wheel on and off
using the touchscreen.

Touch the button to switch the
heated steering wheel on and off.

Note: You can use the heated steering
wheel only when the engine is running.

Note: The system uses a sensor and is
designed to control the temperature of the
steering wheel and to prevent it from
overheating.

Note: In warm temperatures, the steering
wheel quickly reaches its maximum
temperature and the system reduces the
current to the heating element. This could
cause you to think that the system has
stopped working but it has not. This is
normal.

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Steering Wheel

ADJUSTING THE PEDALS

WARNING

Never use the controls while your feet
are on the accelerator and brake

pedals and the vehicle is moving.

You can find the control on the left side of
the steering column. Press and hold the
appropriate side of the control to move the
pedals.

A

B

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A. Farther

B. Closer

You can save and recall the pedal positions
with the memory feature.  See Memory
Function (page 138).

Note: Adjust the pedals only when your
vehicle is in P (Park).

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AUTOWIPERS

Note: Fully defrost the windshield before you
switch the windshield wipers on.

Note: Make sure you switch the windshield
wipers off before entering a car wash.

Note:  If streaks or smears appear on the
windshield, clean the windshield and the
wiper blades.  If that does not resolve the
issue, install new wiper blades.

Note: If you switch autolamps and
autowipers on, the headlamps turn on when
the windshield wipers continuously operate.

Wet or winter driving conditions with ice,
snow or salty road mist can cause
inconsistent and unexpected wiping or
smearing.

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Use the rotary control to adjust the sensitivity
of the autowipers.  When you select low
sensitivity, the wipers operate when the
sensor detects a large amount of water on
the windshield.  When you select high
sensitivity, the wipers operate when the
sensor detects a small amount of water on
the windshield.

Keep the outside of the windshield clean. 
The rain sensor is very sensitive and the
wipers may operate if dirt, mist or insects hit
the windshield.

In these conditions, you can do the following:
•

Lower the sensitivity of the autowipers
to reduce the amount of smearing on the
windshield.

•

Switch to normal or high-speed wipe.

•

Switch autowipers off.

WINDSHIELD WASHERS

Note:  Do not operate the wipers on a dry
windshield.  This may scratch the glass,
damage the wiper blades or cause the wiper
motor to burn out.  Always use the
windshield washer before wiping a dry
windshield.

Note:  Do not operate the washers when the
washer reservoir is empty.  This may cause
the washer pump to overheat.

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A brief press causes a single wipe
without washer fluid.

•

A brief press and hold causes the wipers
to swipe three times with washer fluid.

•

A long press and hold turns on the wipers
and washer fluid for up to 10 seconds.

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Wipers and Washers

A wipe occurs a few seconds after washing
to clear any remaining washer fluid. You can
switch this feature on or off in the information
display.

REAR WINDOW WIPER AND
WASHERS

Note: Make sure you switch the windshield
wipers off before entering a car wash.

Rear Window Wiper Blade

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Intermittent wipe.

2

Low speed wipe.

1

Off.

0

Rear Window Washer

Rotate and hold the control to the top or
bottom position to switch on the rear washer.
The control returns to the 2 or 0 position
when you release it.

Rear Camera Washer

 (If Equipped)

Switching on the rear washer also turns on
the rear camera washer.

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