Lincoln MKZ Hybrid (2019 year). Manual - part 5

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.

Accessory Mode Battery Saver for
Intelligent Access Keys

If you leave the ignition switched on, it shuts
off when it detects a certain amount of
battery drain, or after 45 minutes.

Luggage Compartment

From Inside Your Vehicle

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Press the button on the instrument
panel to open the luggage
compartment.

With the Remote Control

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Press twice within three seconds
to open the luggage compartment.

From Outside Your Vehicle

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Press the exterior release button to open the
luggage compartment. Your vehicle must be
unlocked or have an intelligent access
transmitter within 3 ft (1 m) of the luggage
compartment.

POWER DECKLID

 (If Equipped)

WARNING: Make sure all persons are

clear of the power decklid area before using
the power decklid control.

WARNING: Keep keys out of the reach

of children. Do not allow children to operate
or play near an open or moving power
decklid. You should supervise the operation
of the power decklid at all times.

Note: Do not drive with the decklid open
unless you switch off the power feature.
Make sure the decklid is fully closed before
you drive your vehicle.

You can switch the power decklid feature on
or off in the information display.  See General
Information (page 110).  The remote control
and instrument panel button will still operate
the decklid regardless of the setting.

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Doors and Locks

Opening and Closing the Power
Decklid

Note: You can reverse the decklid
movement. Press the instrument panel or
decklid button again, or press the remote
control button twice.

Note: Do not push or pull on the power
decklid while it is under operation, as this
may cause damage to your vehicle.

The decklid will only operate with the
transmission in park (P).

If the decklid reverses or starts to close after
an open request, you will hear a fast
continuous chime. This indicates excessive
load on the decklid or a possible gas strut
failure. If the decklid continues to close after
opening, have the system checked by an
authorized dealer.

From Inside Your Vehicle

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Press the button on the instrument
panel.

With the Remote Control

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Press the button twice within three
seconds.

From Outside Your Vehicle

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Press the exterior release button to open the
luggage compartment. Your vehicle must be
unlocked or have an intelligent access
transmitter within 3 ft (1 m) of the luggage
compartment.

Note: Let the power system operate the
decklid after pressing the control. Pushing
or pulling the decklid may activate the
obstacle detection feature and stop the
power operation.

With the Decklid Close Button

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Press the button inside the decklid
on the left-hand side.

Obstacle Detection

The decklid will reverse to full open if it
detects an obstacle while closing. Three
chimes will sound as the decklid begins to
reopen. Remove the obstacle to close the
decklid.

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Doors and Locks

Note: Before driving your vehicle, check the
instrument cluster for a trunk ajar or door
ajar message or warning indicator. Failure
to do this could result in unintentionally
leaving the decklid open while driving.

The decklid will stop and three chimes will
sound if it detects an obstacle while opening.
Remove the obstacle to operate the decklid.

Resetting the Power Decklid

The decklid may not operate correctly and
you may need to reset it if:
•

The vehicle battery charge is low.

•

You disconnect the battery.

•

You manually close the decklid and leave
it unlatched.

To reset the power decklid:

1. Disconnect the battery for 20 seconds

then reconnect the battery.

2. Manually close the decklid making sure

it is fully closed.

3. Power open the decklid using the remote

control or instrument panel button.

KEYLESS ENTRY

SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY
KEYPAD

The keypad is located near the driver
window. It is invisible until you touch it, then
it lights up so you can see and touch the
appropriate buttons.

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

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You can use the keypad to:
•

Lock or unlock the doors.

•

Program and erase personal entry codes.

•

Arm and disarm the anti-theft alarm.

•

Release the trunk.

Note: The keypad does not operate a power
decklid.

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Doors and Locks

You can operate the keypad with the
factory-set 5-digit entry code. The code is
located on the owner’s wallet card in the
glove box and is available from an authorized
dealer. You can also create up to five of your
own 5-digit personal entry codes.

Programming a Personal Entry Code

To create your own personal entry code:

1. Enter the factory-set code.
2. Press 1·2 on the keypad within five

seconds.

3. Enter your personal 5-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 1-3, then for Step 4:
•

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.

You may also program a personal entry code
using the touchscreen.  See Settings (page
444).

Tips:
•

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.

Erasing a Personal Code

1. Enter the factory-set 5-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.

If you complete this successfully, you have
erased all personal codes and only the
factory-set 5-digit code works.

Anti-Scan Feature

The keypad goes into an anti-scan mode if
you enter the wrong code seven times (35
consecutive button presses). This mode
disables the keypad for one minute and the
keypad lamp flashes.

The anti-scan feature turns off after:
•

One minute of keypad inactivity.

•

Pressing the unlock button on the remote
control.

•

Switching the ignition on.

•

Unlocking your vehicle using intelligent
access.

Unlocking and Locking the Doors

To Unlock the Driver Door

Enter the factory-set 5-digit code or your
personal code.  You must press each number
within five seconds of each other.  The
interior lamps illuminate.

Note: All doors unlock if you enable the all
door unlocking mode.  See Locking and
Unlocking (page 67).

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Doors and Locks

To Unlock All Doors

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

To Lock All Doors

Press and hold 7·8 and 9·0 at the same time
with the driver door closed. You do not need
to enter the keypad code first.

To Release the Trunk

Enter the factory-set code or your personal
code, then press 5·6 within five seconds.

Note: The keypad does not operate a power
decklid.

Displaying the Factory Set Code

Note: You need to have two programmed
intelligent access keys for this procedure.

To display the factory-set code in the
information display:

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1. Remove the rubber covering (A) from the

cupholder. With the buttons facing
upwards and the unlock button facing
the front of the vehicle, place the first
intelligent access in the backup slot (B).

2. Press the START/STOP button once and

wait a few seconds.

3. Press the START/STOP button again and

remove the key.

4. Insert the second programmed key into

the backup slot, and then press the
START/STOP button.

The factory-set code appears in the
information display for a few seconds.

Note: The code may not display until after
any other warning messages first display.

INTERIOR LUGGAGE
COMPARTMENT RELEASE

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.

WARNING: Do not leave children 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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Doors and Locks

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

Adults should familiarize themselves with the
operation and location of the release handle.

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The handle is located inside the luggage
compartment either on the luggage
compartment door (lid) or near the tail lamps.
It is composed of a material that will glow for
hours in darkness following brief exposure
to ambient light.

Pull the handle and push up on the luggage
compartment door (lid) to open from within
the luggage compartment.

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Doors and Locks

PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM

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

Note:  Metallic objects, electronic devices
or a second coded key on the same key
chain may cause vehicle starting problems
if they are too close to the key when starting
your vehicle.  Prevent these objects from
touching the coded key while 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 your vehicle 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
correctly coded key, it is not operating
properly.  A message may appear in the
information display.

Automatic Arming

Your vehicle arms immediately after
switching the ignition off.

Automatic Disarming

Switching the ignition on with a coded key
disarms your vehicle.

Replacement Keys

Note: Your vehicle comes equipped with two
intelligent access keys.

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

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

Store an extra programmed key away from
your vehicle in a safe place to help prevent
any inconveniences. See your authorized
dealer to purchase additional spare or
replacement keys.

Programming a Spare Intelligent Access
Key

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

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Security

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

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

Read and understand the entire procedure
before you begin.

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1. Remove the rubber covering (A) from the

cupholder. With the buttons facing
upwards and the unlock button facing
the front of the vehicle, place the first
intelligent access in the backup slot (B).

2. Press the push button ignition switch.

3. Wait five seconds and then press the

push button ignition switch again.

4. Remove the intelligent access key.

5. Within 10 seconds, place a second

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

6. Wait five seconds and then press the

push button ignition switch again.

7. Remove the intelligent access key.

8. Place the unprogrammed intelligent

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

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

If programming was not successful, wait 10
seconds and repeat Steps 1 through 7. If you
are still unsuccessful, take your vehicle to
your 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.

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Security

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 146).

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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

 (If Equipped)

You can save and recall the steering column
position with the memory function.   See
Memory Function (page 152).

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
110).

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Steering Wheel

Note:  If you press any adjustment or
memory button when in easy exit mode, the
system cancels the operation.

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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Volume up.

A

Volume down.

B

Seek up or next.

C

Seek down or previous.

D

Mute.

E

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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Voice recognition.

A

End call.

B

Answer call.

C

See your SYNC information.

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Steering Wheel

CRUISE CONTROL

Type One

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Type Two

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See Cruise Control (page 222).

INFORMATION DISPLAY CONTROL

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See Information Displays (page 110).

HEATED STEERING WHEEL

 (If Equipped)

The heated steering wheel button is on the
climate controls.

Press 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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WINDSHIELD WIPERS

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:  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 washers before wiping a dry
windshield.

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Single wipe.

A

Intermittent wipe.

B

Low-speed wipe.

C

High-speed wipe.

D

Intermittent Wipe

 (If Equipped)

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Intermittent wipe.

A

Short wipe interval.

B

Long-wipe interval.

C

Use the rotary control to adjust the
intermittent wipe interval.

Speed Dependent Wipers

When your vehicle speed increases, the
interval between wipes decreases.

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Wipers and Washers

AUTOWIPERS

 (If Equipped)

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

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Autowipers On.

A

High sensitivity.

B

Low sensitivity.

C

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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.

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

Note: Make sure that 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.

Autowipers Settings

This setting defaults to on and remains on
until you switch it off in the information
display.

When you switch off autowipers, the wipers
operate in intermittent mode.

Low Temperature Wipe Inhibit

 (If Equipped)

The rain sensing feature will not operate
immediately after starting your vehicle when
it is in park (P) and the outside temperature
is below 32°F (0°C). You can switch on the
wipers by adjusting the rain sensor sensitivity
or adjusting the wiper speed.

This prevents damage to the wiper blades
from ice and snow on the windshield.

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WINDSHIELD WASHERS

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

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Pull the lever toward you to operate the
windshield washers.  When you release the
lever, wiping continues for a short period of
time.

Note: Do not operate the windshield
washers for more than 10 seconds at a time.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Condensation in the Exterior Front
Lamps and Rear Lamps

Exterior front lamps and rear lamps have
vents to accommodate normal changes in
air 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 fine mist can form on
the interior of the lens. The fine 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:
•

The presence of a fine mist (no streaks,
drip marks or large droplets).

•

A fine mist covers less than 50% of the
lens.

Examples of unacceptable condensation are:
•

A water puddle inside the lamp.

•

Streaks, drip marks or large droplets
present on the interior of the lens.

If you see any unacceptable condensation,
have your vehicle checked by an authorized
dealer.

LIGHTING CONTROL

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Lamps off.

A

Parking lamps, instrument panel
lamps, license plate lamps and tail
lamps.

B

Headlamp low beam.

C

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Lighting