Lincoln MKT (2019 year). Manual - part 8

Battery and Charging System

Action

Message

The charging system needs servicing. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact

an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Check Charging System

The battery management system determines that the battery is at a low state of charge. Turn

the ignition off as soon as possible to protect the battery. This message will clear once the vehicle
has been started and the battery state of charge has recovered. Turning off unnecessary electrical

loads will allow faster battery state-of-charge recovery.

Turn Power Off To Save Battery

Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Transport Mode Contact Dealer

Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Factory Mode Contact Dealer

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Information Displays

Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System

Action

Message

A fault with the system has occurred. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Blindspot System Fault

The system sensors are blocked. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.  See Blind

Spot Information System (page 223).

Blindspot Not Available Sensor Blocked

See Manual

The system detects a vehicle.  See Blind Spot Information System (page 223).

Vehicle Coming From X

The blind spot information system and cross traffic alert system sensors are blocked.  See Blind

Spot Information System (page 223).

Cross Traffic Not Available Sensor Blocked

See Manual

A fault with the system has occurred. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Cross Traffic System Fault

Brake System

Action

Message

The brake fluid level is low and the brake system should be inspected immediately.  See Brake

Fluid Check (page 298).

Brake Fluid Level Low

The brake system needs servicing. Stop the vehicle in a safe place. Contact an authorized dealer.

Check Brake System

The parking brake is set, the engine is running and you drive your vehicle more than 3 mph (5

km/h). If the warning stays on after the parking brake is released, contact an authorized dealer

as soon as possible.

Park Brake Engaged

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Information Displays

Collision Warning System

Action

Message

There is a system malfunction with the collision warning system. The system will be disabled.

Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Collision Warning Malfunction

The collision warning system radar is blocked because of poor radar visibility due to bad weather

or ice/mud/water in front of the radar. Driver can typically clean the sensor to resolve. Contact

an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Collision Warning Not Available Sensor

Blocked See Manual

There is a system malfunction with the collision warning system. The system will be disabled.

Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Collision Warning Not Available

Doors and Locks

Action

Message

The door listed is not completely closed.

X Door Ajar

The luggage compartment is not completely closed.

Trunk Ajar

The driver’s door is opened, your vehicle is in park and the engine is on.

Engine ON

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Information Displays

Fuel

Action

Message

An early reminder of a low fuel condition.

Fuel Level Low

The fuel fill inlet may not be properly closed.

Check Fuel Fill Inlet

Keys and Intelligent Access

Action

Message

A reminder to press the brake while starting your vehicle.

To START Press Brake

The key is not detected by the system.  See Keyless Starting (page 161).

No Key Detected

The Start Stop button is pressed to shut off the engine and an Intelligent Access key is not

detected inside your vehicle.

Restart Now or Key is Needed

Your vehicle is in the accessory ignition state.

Accessory Power is Active

There is a problem with your vehicle’s starting system. See an authorized dealer for service.

Starting System Fault

During spare key programming, an intelligent access key is programmed to the system.

Key Programmed x Keys Total

During spare key programming, the maximum number of keys have been programmed.

Max Number of Keys Learned

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Information Displays

Lane Keeping System

Action

Message

The system has malfunctioned. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Lane Keeping Sys. Malfunction Service

Required

The system has detected a condition that has caused the system to be temporarily unavailable.

Front Camera Temporarily Not Available

The system has detected a condition that requires the windshield to be cleaned to operate

properly.

Front Camera Low Visibility Clean Screen

The system has malfunctioned. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Front Camera Malfunction Service

Required

The system requests the driver to keep their hands on the steering wheel.

Keep Hands on Steering Wheel

Maintenance

Action

Message

Stop your vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn off the engine. Check the oil level. If the warning

stays on or continues to come on with your engine running, contact an authorized dealer as

soon as possible.

Low Engine Oil Pressure

The engine oil life remaining is 10% or less. See Engine Oil Check (page 290).

Change Engine Oil Soon

The oil life left reaches 0%. See Engine Oil Check (page 290).

Oil Change Required

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Information Displays

Action

Message

The engine coolant temperature is excessively high.

Engine Coolant Over Temperature

The washer fluid is low and needs to be refilled.

Washer Fluid Level Low

There is a malfunction with one of the features that is a part of your drive control system. See

an authorized dealer.

Drive Control Malfunction Service Required

Displays when the steering system needs service. See your authorized dealer.

Steering Fault Service Now

The power steering system has disabled power steering assist due to a system error. See your

authorized dealer.

Power Steering Assist Fault

MyKey

Action

Message

MyKey cannot be programmed during key programming .

MyKey not Created

MyKey is active.

MyKey Active Drive Safely

When starting your vehicle, a MyKey is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on.

Speed Limited to XX MPH/km/h

When a MyKey is in use, the MyKey speed limit is on and your vehicle speed is approaching 80

mph (130 km/h).

Near Vehicle Top Speed

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Information Displays

Action

Message

Displayed when a MyKey is in use and the optional setting is on and the vehicle exceeds a

preselected speed.

Check Speed Drive Safely

A MyKey is in use and Belt-Minder is activated.

Buckle Up to Unmute Audio

An attempt is made to program a spare key using two existing MyKeys.

Could Not Program Integrated Key

Park Aid

Action

Message

Displayed when the transmission is in R (Reverse) and the park aid is disabled. See Rear Parking

Aid (page 196).

Check Park Aid

Displayed when the transmission is in R (Reverse) and the park aid is disabled. See Rear Parking

Aid (page 196).

Check Rear Park Aid

The park aid status.

Rear Park Aid On Off

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Information Displays

Power Steering

Action

Message

The power steering system has detected a condition that requires service. See an authorized

dealer.

Steering Fault Service Now

The power steering system is not working. Stop your vehicle a safe place. Contact an authorized

dealer.

Service Power Steering Now

The power steering system has detected a condition within the power steering system or passive

entry or passive start system requires service. Contact an authorized dealer.

Steering Assist Fault Service Required

Seats

Action

Message

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 an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Occupant Sensor BLOCKED Remove

Objects Near Passenger Seat

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Information Displays

Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Action

Message

One or more tires on your vehicle have low tire pressure.  See Tire Pressure Monitoring System

(page 333).

Tire Pressure Low

The tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning. If the warning stays on or continues to

come on, contact an authorized dealer. See Tire Pressure Monitoring System (page 333).

Tire Pressure Monitor Fault

A tire pressure sensor is malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use. For more information on

how the system operates under these conditions,  See Tire Pressure Monitoring System (page
333).  If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact an authorized dealer as soon as

possible.

Tire Pressure Sensor Fault

Traction Control

Action

Message

Displays the status of the traction control system.  See Using Traction Control (page 192).

Traction Control Off

Transmission

Action

Message

You switched the engine off and shift select lever is in any position other than P (Park).

Shift to Park

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Information Displays

AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL

Note:  You can switch temperature units
between Fahrenheit and Celsius. See your
SYNC information.

Setting the Blower Motor Speed

Press and release to adjust the
volume of air circulated in the
vehicle.

Setting the Temperature

Press and release + or - on the left-hand side
of the climate control to set the left-hand
temperature.

Note: This control also adjusts the right-hand
side temperature when you switch off dual
zone mode.

Press and release + or - on the right-hand
side of the climate control to set the
right-hand temperature.

Switching Auto Mode On and Off

Press and release the button to
switch on automatic operation,
then set the temperature.

The system adjusts the blower motor speed,
air distribution, air conditioning operation,
and outside or recirculated air to reach and
maintain the temperature you have set.

Note: You can also switch off dual zone
mode by pressing and holding the button for
more than two seconds.

Switching the Air Conditioning On and
Off

Press and release the button to
switch the air conditioning on or
off.

Use air conditioning with recirculated air to
improve cooling performance and efficiency.

Note: In certain conditions (for example,
maximum defrost) the air conditioning
compressor may continue to operate even
though you switch off the air conditioning.

Switching the Climate Control On and
Off

Press and release the button.

Switching Defrost On and Off

Press and release the button to
distribute air through the
windshield air vents and de-mister.

Air directed to the instrument panel and
footwell air vents turns off. You can also use
this setting to defog and clear the windshield
of a thin covering of ice.

Switching Maximum Air Conditioning
On and Off

Press and release the button for
maximum cooling.

The left-hand and right-hand settings set to
LO, recirculated air flows through the
instrument panel air vents, air conditioning
turns on and the blower motor adjusts to the
highest speed.

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Climate Control

Switching Recirculated Air On and Off

Press and release the button to
switch between outside air and
recirculated air.

The air currently in the passenger
compartment recirculates. This may reduce
the time needed to cool the interior (when
used with A/C) and reduce unwanted odors
from entering your vehicle.

Note: Recirculated air may turn off (or
prevent you from switching on) in all air flow
modes except MAX A/C to reduce the risk
of fogging. Recirculation may also turn on
and off in various air distribution control
combinations during hot weather in order to
improve cooling efficiency.

HINTS ON CONTROLLING THE
INTERIOR CLIMATE

General Hints

Note: Prolonged use of recirculated air may
cause the windows to fog up.

Note: You may feel a small amount of air
from the footwell air vents regardless of the
air distribution setting.

Note: To reduce humidity build-up inside
your vehicle, do not drive with the system
switched off or with recirculated air always
switched on.

Note: Do not place objects under the front
seats as this may interfere with the airflow
to the rear seats.

Note: Remove any snow, ice or leaves from
the air intake area at the base of the
windshield.

Note: To improve the time to reach a
comfortable temperature in hot weather,
drive with the windows open until you feel
cold air through the air vents.

Automatic Climate Control

Note: Adjusting the settings when your
vehicle interior is extremely hot or cold is not
necessary.

Note: The system adjusts to heat or cool the
interior to the temperature you select as
quickly as possible.

Note: For the system to function efficiently,
the instrument panel and side air vents
should be fully open.

Note: If you select AUTO during cold outside
temperatures, the system directs air flow to
the windshield and side window air vents. In
addition, the blower motor may run at a
slower speed until the engine warms up.

Note: If you select AUTO during hot
temperatures and the inside of the vehicle
is hot, the system uses recirculated air to
maximize interior cooling. Blower motor
speed may also reduce until the air cools.

Quickly Heating the Interior

1. Press and release AUTO.
2. Adjust the temperature function to the

setting you prefer.

Recommended Settings for Heating

1. Press and release AUTO.

2. Adjust the temperature function to the

setting you prefer. Use 72°F (22°C) as a
starting point, then adjust the setting as
necessary.

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Climate Control

Quickly Cooling the Interior

1. Press and release MAX A/C.

Recommended Settings for Cooling

1. Press and release AUTO.

2. Adjust the temperature function to the

setting you prefer. Use 72°F (22°C) as a
starting point, then adjust the setting as
necessary.

Defogging the Side Windows in Cold
Weather

1. Press and release defrost.

2. Adjust the temperature control to the

setting you prefer. Use 72°F (22°C) as a
starting point, then adjust the setting as
necessary.

REAR PASSENGER CLIMATE
CONTROLS

Directing Air to the Overhead Air Vents
or Rear Footwell Air Vents

Press and release the button to direct airflow
to the overhead air vents or the rear footwell
air vents or both.

Rear Climate Control Lock Indicator

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When illuminated, you can only
operate the rear passenger
settings through the front controls.

Setting the Rear Blower Motor Speed

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Turn the control to adjust the volume of air
circulated in the rear passenger
compartment.

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Climate Control

Setting the Rear Temperature

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Turn the control to set the temperature in
the rear passenger compartment.

Switching Rear Auto Mode On and Off

Press and release the button to
switch on rear automatic operation,
then set the temperature.

Switching the Rear Climate Controlled
Seats On and Off

 (If Equipped)

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Press and release the button to
cycle through the various climate
controlled seat settings and off.

See Climate Controlled Seats (page 150).

Switching the Rear Heated Seats On
and Off

 (If Equipped)

Press and release the button to
cycle through the various heat
settings and off.

See Heated Seats (page 149).

HEATED REAR WINDOW

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Press the button to clear the rear
window of thin ice and fog. The
heated rear window turns off after

a short period of time.

Note: Make sure the engine is on before
operating the heated windows.

Note:  Do not use razor blades or other
sharp objects to clean or remove decals from
the inside of the heated rear window.  The
vehicle Warranty may not cover damage
caused to the heated rear window grid lines.

HEATED EXTERIOR MIRRORS

When you switch the heated rear window
on, the heated exterior mirrors turn on.

Note: Do not remove ice from the mirrors
with a scraper or adjust the mirror glass
when it is frozen in place.

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

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Climate Control

CABIN AIR FILTER

Your vehicle is equipped with a cabin air
filter, which gives you and your passengers
the following benefits:
•

It improves your driving comfort by
reducing particle concentration.

•

It improves the interior compartment
cleanliness.

•

It protects the climate control
components from particle deposits.

You can locate the cabin air filter behind the
glove box.

Note: Make sure you have a cabin air filter
installed at all times. This prevents foreign
objects from entering the system. Running
the system without a filter in place could
result in degradation or damage to the
system.

Replace the filter at regular intervals.  See
Scheduled Maintenance (page 483).

For additional cabin air filter information, or
to replace the filter, see an authorized dealer.

REMOTE START

You can switch this feature on or off and
adjust the settings using the information
display.

The system adjusts the interior temperature
depending on your chosen settings during
remote start.

You cannot adjust the climate control setting
during remote start operation.  When you
switch the ignition on, the climate control
system returns to the previous settings.  You
can now make adjustments.

You need to switch on certain
vehicle-dependent features, such as:
•

Heated seats.

•

Cooled seats.

•

Heated steering wheel.

•

Heated mirrors.

•

Heated rear window.

Automatic Settings

In hot weather, the system sets to 72°F
(22°C). The cooled seats are set to high (if
available, and AUTO is on in the information
display).

In moderate weather, the system either heats
or cools (based on previous settings). The
rear defroster, heated mirrors and heated or
cooled seats do not turn on.

In cold weather, the system sets to 72°F
(22°C). The heated seats are set to high (if
available, and AUTO is on in the information
display). The heated rear window and heated
mirrors turn on.

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Climate Control

SITTING IN THE CORRECT
POSITION

WARNINGS

Sitting improperly, out of position or
with the seatback reclined too far can

take weight off the seat cushion and affect
the decision of the passenger sensing
system, resulting in serious injury or death
in the event of a crash. Always sit upright
against your seat back, with your feet on the
floor.

Do not recline the seatback as this can
cause the occupant to slide under the

safety belt, resulting in serious injury in the
event of a crash.

Do not place objects higher than the
seatback to reduce the risk of serious

injury in the event of a crash or during heavy
braking.

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When you use them properly, the seat, head
restraint, safety belt and airbags will provide
optimum protection in the event of a crash.

We recommend that you follow these
guidelines:
•

Sit in an upright position with the base of
your spine as far back as possible.

•

Do not recline the seatback more than
30 degrees.

•

Adjust the head restraint so that the top
of it is level with the top of your head and
as far forward as possible. Make sure that
you remain comfortable.

•

Keep sufficient distance between
yourself and the steering wheel. We
recommend a minimum of 10 in (25 cm)
between your breastbone and the airbag
cover.

•

Hold the steering wheel with your arms
slightly bent.

•

Bend your legs slightly so that you can
press the pedals fully.

•

Position the shoulder strap of the safety
belt over the center of your shoulder and
position the lap strap tightly across your
hips.

Make sure that your driving position is
comfortable and that you can maintain full
control of your vehicle.

HEAD RESTRAINTS

WARNINGS

Fully adjust the head restraint before
you sit in or operate your vehicle. This

will help minimize the risk of neck injury in
the event of a crash. Do not adjust the head
restraint when your vehicle is moving.

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Seats

WARNINGS

The head restraint is a safety device.
Whenever possible it should be

installed and properly adjusted when the
seat is occupied. Failure to adjust the head
restraint properly could reduce its
effectiveness during certain impacts.

Note: Adjust the seat backrest to an upright
driving position before adjusting the head
restraint. Adjust the head restraint so that
the top of it is level with the top of your head
and as far forward as possible. Make sure
that you remain comfortable. If you are
extremely tall, adjust the head restraint to
its highest position.

Front Seat Head Restraints

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Second Row Center Seat Head Restraint
(If Equipped)

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The head restraints consist of:

An energy absorbing head
restraint.

A

Two steel stems.

B

Guide sleeve adjust and release
button.

C

Guide sleeve unlock and remove
button.

D

Adjusting the Head Restraint

Raising the Head Restraint

Pull the head restraint up.

Lowering the Head Restraint

1. Press and hold button C.
2. Push the head restraint down.

Removing the Head Restraint

1. Pull the head restraint up until it reaches

its highest position.

2. Press and hold buttons C and D.
3. Pull the head restraint up.

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Seats