2014 Lincoln Mks Owner's Manual

2014 Lincoln Mks owners manual
Year:
2014
Make:
Lincoln
Model:
Mks
Rating:
(7)

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Size:
4.24 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
2
Introduction
10
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
10
Protecting the Environment
10
SYMBOL GLOSSARY
11
DATA RECORDING
12
Service Data Recording
12
Event Data Recording
13
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
14
PERCHLORATE MATERIAL
14
LINCOLN AUTOMOTIVE FINANCIAL SERVICES (U.S. ONLY)
15
REPLACEMENT PARTS RECOMMENDATION
15
Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical Repairs
15
Collision Repairs
15
Warranty on Replacement Parts
15
SPECIAL NOTICES
16
New Vehicle Limited Warranty
16
Special Instructions
16
MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT
16
EXPORT UNIQUE (NON–UNITED STATES/CANADA) VEHICLE SPECIFIC INFORMATION
17
Child Safety
18
GENERAL INFORMATION
18
CHILD SEAT POSITIONING
20
BOOSTER SEATS
22
Types of Booster Seats
23
INSTALLING CHILD SEATS
25
Child Seats
25
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts
25
Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH)
29
Child seat positioning for LATCH lower anchors
30
Combining Safety Belt and LATCH Lower Anchors for Attaching Child Safety Seats
30
Using Tether Straps
31
CHILD SAFETY LOCKS
33
Safety Belts
34
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
34
FASTENING THE SAFETY BELTS
36
Restraint of Pregnant Women
37
Safety Belt Locking Modes
37
Vehicle Sensitive Mode
38
Automatic Locking Mode
38
When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
38
How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
38
How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
38
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
39
SAFETY BELT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
39
SAFETY BELT WARNING LIGHT AND INDICATOR CHIME
40
Conditions of Operation
40
SAFETY BELT-MINDER®
40
Deactivating and Activating the Belt-Minder® Feature
41
CHILD RESTRAINT AND SAFETY BELT MAINTENANCE
43
Personal Safety System
44
PERSONAL SAFETY SYSTEM™
44
How Does the Personal Safety System Work?
44
Supplementary Restraints System
45
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
45
SOS POST-CRASH ALERT SYSTEM™
46
DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIRBAGS
47
Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment
48
Children and Airbags
48
FRONT PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM
49
SIDE AIRBAGS
52
SAFETY CANOPY® CURTAIN AIRBAGS
54
CRASH SENSORS AND AIRBAG INDICATOR
56
AIRBAG DISPOSAL
57
Keys and Remote Control
58
GENERAL INFORMATION ON RADIO FREQUENCIES
58
Intelligent Access
58
REMOTE CONTROL
59
Intelligent Access Key
59
Replacing the Battery
59
Intelligent Access Transmitter
60
Memory Feature
60
Programming Memory to the Transmitter
61
Deactivating Memory from the Transmitter
61
Car Finder
61
Sounding a Panic Alarm
61
Remote Start
62
Remote Starting the Vehicle
63
Extending the Vehicle Run Time
63
Turning the Vehicle Off After Remote Starting
64
REPLACING A LOST KEY OR REMOTE CONTROL
64
MyKey
65
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
65
Non-configurable Settings
65
Configurable Settings
65
CREATING A MYKEY
66
Programming/Changing Configurable Settings
66
CLEARING ALL MYKEYS
67
CHECKING MYKEY SYSTEM STATUS
67
USING MYKEY WITH REMOTE START SYSTEMS
68
MYKEY TROUBLESHOOTING
68
Locks
69
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING
69
Power Door Locks
69
Remote Control
69
Unlocking the Doors (Two-Stage Unlock)
69
Locking the Doors
69
Opening the Trunk
70
Activating Intelligent Access
70
At the Front Doors
70
At the Trunk
70
Smart Unlocks
70
Autolock Feature (If Enabled)
71
Autounlock Feature (If Enabled)
71
Enabling or Disabling
72
Illuminated Entry
72
Illuminated Exit
72
Battery Saver
72
Accessory Mode Battery Saver for Intelligent Access Keys
72
SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY KEYPAD
73
Programming a Personal Entry Code
73
Erasing a Personal Code
74
Anti-Scan Feature
74
Unlocking and Locking the Doors
74
Displaying the Factory Set Code
75
TRUNK RELEASE
75
From Inside Your Vehicle
75
From Outside Your Vehicle
76
INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE
76
Security
78
SECURILOCK® PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM
78
Automatic Arming
78
Automatic Disarming
78
Replacement Keys
78
Programming a Spare Intelligent Access Key
79
ANTI-THEFT ALARM
80
Arming the Alarm
80
Disarming the Alarm
80
Steering Wheel
81
ADJUSTING THE STEERING WHEEL
81
Easy Entry and Exit Feature
81
Memory Feature
81
AUDIO CONTROL
82
VOICE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
82
CRUISE CONTROL
83
INFORMATION DISPLAY CONTROL
84
Cluster Display Control Features
84
HEATED STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED)
84
Pedals
85
ADJUSTABLE PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED)
85
Wipers and Washers
86
WINDSHIELD WIPERS
86
RAIN-SENSING WIPERS
86
WINDSHIELD WASHERS
87
Lighting
88
LIGHTING CONTROL
88
High Beams
88
Headlamp Flasher
88
AUTOLAMPS
89
INSTRUMENT LIGHTING DIMMER
89
HEADLAMP EXIT DELAY
89
DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS (IF EQUIPPED)
90
AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
90
FRONT FOG LAMPS
92
ADAPTIVE HEADLAMPS
93
DIRECTION INDICATORS
94
INTERIOR LAMPS
94
Front row map lamps
94
Second row map lamps
94
Windows and Mirrors
95
POWER WINDOWS
95
Rear Window Buffeting
95
One-Touch Up or Down (All Windows)
95
Global Opening and Closing
95
Opening the Windows
95
Closing the Windows
96
Bounce-Back
96
Overriding the Bounce-Back Feature
96
Window Lock
96
Accessory Delay
96
EXTERIOR MIRRORS
97
Power Exterior Mirrors
97
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors
97
Heated Exterior Mirror
97
Memory Mirrors
97
Auto-Dimming Feature
97
Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors (If Equipped)
98
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS®) with Cross Traffic Alert (CTA) (If Equipped)
98
INTERIOR MIRROR
99
Auto-Dimming Mirror
99
SUN VISORS
99
Slide-On-Rod
99
Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror
100
SUNSHADE (IF EQUIPPED)
100
DUAL PANEL MOONROOF AND POWER SUNSCREEN (IF EQUIPPED)
101
Opening and Closing the Sunscreen
101
Opening and Closing the Moonroof
101
Bounce-Back
102
Venting the Moonroof
102
Instrument Cluster
103
GAUGES
103
WARNING LAMPS AND INDICATORS
103
Adaptive cruise control (if equipped) (RTT)
104
Airbag readiness
104
Anti-lock brake system
104
Brake system warning light
104
Charging system (RTT)
105
Door ajar (RTT)
105
Engine oil pressure (RTT)
105
Engine coolant temperature (RTT)
105
Fog lamps
105
Grade assist (if equipped) (RTT)
106
Heads up display (if equipped)
106
High beams
106
Low fuel (RTT)
106
Low tire pressure warning
106
Low washer fluid (RTT)
106
Powertrain malfunction/reduced power (RTT)
106
Safety belt
107
Service engine soon
107
Speed control (if equipped) (RTT)
107
Stability Control System
108
Stability Control System Off
108
Turn signal
108
AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND INDICATORS
108
Key In Ignition Warning Chime
108
Keyless Warning Alert (If Equipped)
108
Headlamps On Warning Chime
108
Parking Brake On Warning Chime
108
Information Displays
109
GENERAL INFORMATION
109
Information Display Controls
109
Main menu
109
Display Mode
110
Trip 1 & 2
111
Fuel Economy
111
Driver Assist
112
INFORMATION MESSAGES
115
Climate Control
124
DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL SYSTEM
124
GENERAL OPERATING TIPS
125
HEATED WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
126
Heated Rear Window
126
Heated Exterior Mirror (If Equipped)
126
CABIN AIR FILTER
127
REMOTE START CLIMATE OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)
127
Automatic Climate Systems
128
Automatic Settings
128
Last Settings
128
Heated and Cooled Devices
128
Seats
129
SITTING IN THE CORRECT POSITION
129
HEAD RESTRAINTS
130
Tilting Head Restraints (If Equipped)
132
POWER SEATS
133
Power Lumbar
134
Multi-Contour Active Motion™ Seat (If Equipped)
134
MEMORY FUNCTION
135
Programming a memory position
135
Recalling a memory position
135
Recalling a memory position with the remote control
135
Easy Entry and Exit Feature
136
HEATED AND VENTILATED SEATS
136
Heated Seats
136
Ventilated Seats
137
Heated and Ventilated Seat Air Filter Replacement (If Equipped)
137
REAR SEATS
138
Rear Seat Armrest
138
Armrest pass-through
139
Rear Heated Seats
139
Universal Garage Door Opener (If Equipped)
141
HOMELINK® WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
141
Programming
141
Erasing the Function Button Codes
143
Reprogramming a single button
143
Programming HomeLink to a Genie Intellicode 2 garage door opener
143
Programing the transmitters
144
Programming HomeLink to the Genie Intellicode garage door opener motor
145
Clearing a HomeLink device
145
FCC and RSS-210 Industry Canada Compliance
145
Auxiliary Power Points
146
AUXILIARY POWER POINTS
146
Locations
146
Storage Compartments
147
CENTER CONSOLE
147
OVERHEAD CONSOLE
147
Starting and Stopping the Engine
148
GENERAL INFORMATION
148
KEYLESS STARTING
148
Ignition Modes
149
STARTING A GASOLINE ENGINE
149
Fast Restart
150
Failure to Start
150
Automatic Engine Shutdown
151
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Stationary
151
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Moving
152
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes
152
Important Ventilating Information
152
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED)
153
Using the Engine Block Heater
154
Fuel and Refueling
155
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
155
FUEL QUALITY
156
Choosing the Right Fuel
156
Choosing the Right Fuel With a Flex Fuel Vehicle (If Equipped)
156
Octane Recommendations
157
RUNNING OUT OF FUEL
157
Refilling with a Portable Fuel Container
158
REFUELING
159
Easy Fuel® No Cap Fuel System
159
FUEL CONSUMPTION
161
Filling the Tank
161
Calculating Fuel Economy
162
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
162
On-board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
164
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
165
Transmission
166
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
166
SelectShift Automatic® Transmission
167
Brake-shift interlock
169
Automatic Transmission Adaptive Learning
170
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow
170
All-Wheel Drive (If Equipped)
171
USING YOUR ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
171
Driving In Special Conditions With All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
171
Basic operating principles in special conditions
172
If Your Vehicle Goes Off the Edge of the Pavement
172
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
172
Emergency Maneuvers
173
Sand
173
Mud and Water
174
Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
175
Driving on Snow and Ice
176
Maintenance and Modifications
177
Brakes
178
GENERAL INFORMATION
178
Brake Over Accelerator
178
Brake Assist
178
Anti-Lock Brake System
178
HINTS ON DRIVING WITH ANTI-LOCK BRAKES
179
PARKING BRAKE
179
Traction Control
180
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
180
USING TRACTION CONTROL
180
System Indicator Lights and Messages
180
Stability Control
181
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
181
USING ADVANCETRAC®
182
Parking Aids
183
SENSING SYSTEM
183
Using the Front and Rear Sensing System
184
Rear Sensing System
184
Front Sensing System
184
ACTIVE PARK ASSIST (IF EQUIPPED)
185
Using Active Park Assist
186
Automatic Steering into Parking Space
187
Deactivating the Park Assist Feature
189
Troubleshooting the System
189
REAR VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
190
Using the Rear View Camera System
191
Guidelines and the Centerline
192
Visual Park Aid Alert
193
Manual Zoom
193
Rear Camera Delay
194
Cruise Control
195
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
195
USING CRUISE CONTROL
195
Switching Cruise Control On
195
Setting a Speed
196
Changing the Set Speed
196
Canceling the Set Speed
196
Resuming the Set Speed
196
Switching Cruise Control Off
196
USING ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
196
Setting Adaptive Cruise Control
198
Following a Vehicle
198
Setting the Gap Distance
199
Disengaging Adaptive Cruise Control
200
Overriding Adaptive Cruise Control
200
Changing the Set Speed
200
Resuming the Set Speed
201
Low Speed Automatic Cancellation
201
Hilly Condition Usage
201
Switching Off Adaptive Cruise Control
201
Detection Issues
202
Adaptive Cruise Control Not Available
203
Blocked Sensor
203
Switching to Normal Cruise Control
204
Driving Aids
205
DRIVER ALERT (IF EQUIPPED)
205
Switching the System On and Off
205
System Warnings
205
System Display
206
Resetting the System
206
LANE KEEPING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
207
Switching the System On and Off
207
System Settings
207
System Display
208
Troubleshooting
210
BLIND SPOT INFORMATION SYSTEM (BLIS®) WITH CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT (CTA) (IF EQUIPPED)
211
Using the Systems
212
System Lights and Messages
213
System Sensors
214
System Limitations
215
False Alerts
215
System Errors
216
Switching the Systems Off and On
216
COLLISION WARNING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
216
Using the Collision Warning System
217
Blocked Sensors
218
System Limitations
218
LINCOLN DRIVE CONTROL
219
Using Lincoln Drive Control
220
STEERING
221
Electric Power Steering
221
Steering Tips
222
Load Carrying
223
LOAD LIMIT
223
Vehicle Loading – With and Without a Trailer
223
Towing
230
TOWING A TRAILER
230
Load Placement
230
RECOMMENDED TOWING WEIGHTS
231
ESSENTIAL TOWING CHECKS
231
Hitches
232
Safety Chains
232
Trailer Brakes
232
Trailer Lamps
232
Before Towing a Trailer
232
When Towing a Trailer
233
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft (PWC)
233
TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE
234
TOWING THE VEHICLE ON FOUR WHEELS
235
Emergency Towing
235
Recreational Towing
235
Driving Hints
237
BREAKING-IN
237
ECONOMICAL DRIVING
237
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
238
FLOOR MATS
239
Roadside Emergencies
241
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
241
Vehicles Sold in the U.S.: Getting Roadside Assistance
241
Vehicles sold in the U.S. : Using roadside assistance
241
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting Roadside Assistance
242
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Using Roadside Assistance
242
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS
242
FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH
242
JUMP-STARTING THE VEHICLE
243
Preparing Your Vehicle
243
Connecting the Jumper Cables
244
Jump Starting
244
Removing the Jumper Cables
245
Customer Assistance
246
GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED
246
Away from home
246
Additional assistance
247
IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY)
248
THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY)
249
UTILIZING THE MEDIATION or ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY)
250
GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA
250
ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURE
252
Obtaining a French Owner’s Manual
252
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)
253
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (CANADA ONLY)
253
Fuses
254
CHANGING A FUSE
254
Fuses
254
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
254
FUSE SPECIFICATION CHART
255
Power Distribution Box
255
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
260
Maintenance
263
GENERAL INFORMATION
263
Precautions
263
Working with the Engine Off
263
Working with the Engine On
263
OPENING AND CLOSING THE HOOD
264
UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW
265
3.7L V6 engine
265
3.5L V6 EcoBoost® engine
266
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
267
ENGINE OIL CHECK
267
Adding Engine Oil
268
ENGINE COOLANT CHECK
268
Checking the Engine Coolant
268
Adding Engine Coolant
269
Recycled Engine Coolant
270
Severe Climates
270
Engine fluid temperature management (EcoBoost engine only)
271
What You Should Know About Fail-Safe Cooling
272
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
272
When Fail-Safe Mode is Activated
273
TRANSMISSION FLUID CHECK
273
6F50/6F55 Transmission
273
Moving the Air Filter Assembly (EcoBoost engine)
275
Low fluid level
276
Correct fluid level
276
High fluid level
277
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
277
BRAKE FLUID CHECK
278
POWER STEERING FLUID CHECK
278
FUEL FILTER
278
WASHER FLUID CHECK
278
CHANGING THE VEHICLE BATTERY
279
CHECKING THE WIPER BLADES
280
CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES
281
AIR FILTER CHECK
281
Changing the air filter element
282
ADJUSTING THE HEADLAMPS
283
Vertical Aim Adjustment
283
CHANGING A BULB
284
Lamp Assembly Condensation
284
Replacing HID headlamp bulbs
285
Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal/sidemarker bulbs
285
Replacing fog lamp bulbs
285
Replacing stop/tail, turn signal, backup and sidemarker lamp bulbs
286
Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs
286
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
286
BULB SPECIFICATION CHART
287
Vehicle Care
288
GENERAL INFORMATION
288
CLEANING PRODUCTS
288
CLEANING THE EXTERIOR
288
Stripes or Graphics (if equipped)
289
Exterior Chrome
289
Underbody
289
Cleaning Plastic Exterior Parts
289
WAXING
290
REPAIRING MINOR PAINT DAMAGE
290
CLEANING THE ENGINE
290
CLEANING THE WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES
291
CLEANING THE INTERIOR
292
CLEANING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LENS
292
CLEANING LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
293
CLEANING THE ALLOY WHEELS
294
VEHICLE STORAGE
294
Removing Vehicle from Storage
296
Wheels and Tires
297
TIRE CARE
297
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading
297
Treadwear
297
Traction AA A B C
298
Temperature A B C
298
Glossary of Tire Terminology
298
INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL
300
Information on P Type Tires
300
Additional Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall for LT Type Tires
303
Information on T Type Tires
304
Location of the Tire Label
304
INFLATING YOUR TIRES
305
Inspecting Your Tires and Wheel Valve Stems
307
Tire Wear
307
Damage
308
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number
308
Tire Replacement Requirements
309
Safety Practices
310
Highway Hazards
310
Tire and Wheel Alignment
311
Tire Rotation
311
USING SNOW CHAINS
312
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM
313
Changing Tires with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System
314
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System
314
When Your Temporary Spare Tire Is Installed
314
When You Believe Your System Is Not Operating Properly
315
When Inflating Your Tires
316
How Temperature Affects Your Tire Pressure
316
CHANGING A ROAD WHEEL
317
Dissimilar Spare Tire and Wheel Assembly Information
317
Tire Change Procedure
319
Vehicle jacking
320
Stowing the flat tire
322
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
323
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
323
Capacities and Specifications
324
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
324
Engine drivebelt routing
324
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
325
Motorcraft part numbers
329
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
329
VEHICLE CERTIFICATION LABEL
330
TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATION
331
Accessories
332
ACCESSORIES
332
Exterior style
332
Interior style
332
Lifestyle
332
Peace of mind
333
Ford Extended Service Plan
334
FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS
334
SERVICE PLANS (U.S. only)
334
Ford ESP can quickly pay for itself
334
covered components
334
Rental Car Reimbursement
334
Roadside Assistance
335
Transferable Coverage
335
Avoid the Rising cost of vehicle maintenance
335
Interest Free Financing Options Available
336
SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY)
336
Audio System
337
GENERAL INFORMATION
337
Radio Frequencies and Reception Factors
337
CD and CD Player Information
337
MP3 Track and Folder Structure
338
AM/FM/CD PREMIUM AUDIO SYSTEM
339
MEDIA HUB
340
MyLincoln Touch™
341
INTRODUCTION
341
Using the Touch-sensitive Controls on Your System
344
Cleaning the Touchscreen Display
344
Support
344
Safety Information
345
Speed-restricted Features
345
Privacy Information
346
ACCESSING AND ADJUSTING MODES THROUGH YOUR RIGHT VEHICLE INFORMATION DISPLAY
347
USING VOICE RECOGNITION
348
How to Use Voice Commands with Your System
349
What Can I Say?
349
Helpful Hints
349
Accessing a List of Available Commands
350
Voice Settings
350
Using Voice Commands with the Touchscreen Options
351
ENTERTAINMENT
352
Browsing Device Content
352
AM and FM
354
Memory Presets
354
HD Radio
354
Scan
354
Options
355
Direct Tune
355
HD Radio™ Information (If Available)
355
HD Radio Reception and Station Troubleshooting
357
Radio Voice Commands
359
Sirius Satellite Radio (If Activated)
360
Presets
360
ALERT
360
Replay
360
Scan
360
Options
360
Direct Tune
361
Browse
361
Satellite Radio Voice Commands
362
Sirius Satellite Radio Information
363
CD
366
Repeat
366
Shuffle
366
Scan
366
More Info
366
Options
366
Browse
366
CD Voice Commands
367
SD Card Slot and USB Port
367
SD Card Slot
367
USB Port
368
Playing Music from Your Device
368
SD Card and USB Voice Commands
369
Supported Media Players, Formats and Metadata Information
371
Bluetooth Audio
371
Bluetooth Audio Voice Commands
371
A/V Inputs
372
Troubleshooting
373
PHONE
374
Pairing Your Phone for the First Time
375
Pairing Subsequent Phones
375
Making Calls
376
Receiving Calls
376
Phone Menu Options
376
Phone
376
Quick Dial
376
Phonebook
377
History
377
Messaging
377
Settings
377
Text Messaging
377
Composing a Text Message
378
Receiving a Text Message
379
Phone Settings
379
Bluetooth Devices
379
Bluetooth
379
Do Not Disturb
379
911 Assist
379
Phone Ringer
379
Text Message Notification
379
Internet Data Connection
380
Manage Phonebook
380
Roaming Warning
380
Phone Voice Commands
380
INFORMATION
381
SYNC Services (If Equipped, United States Only)
382
Connecting to SYNC Services Using Voice Commands
383
Connecting to SYNC Services Using the Touchscreen
383
Receiving Turn-by-Turn Directions
383
Disconnecting from SYNC Services
384
SYNC Services Voice Commands
385
Sirius Travel Link (If Equipped and If Activated)
385
Traffic On Route and Traffic Nearby
386
Fuel Prices
386
Movie Listings
386
Weather
386
Sports Info
386
Ski Conditions
386
Sirius Travel Link Voice Commands
387
Alerts
388
Calendar
389
911 Assist® (If Equipped)
389
Setting 911 Assist On
390
To Make Sure that 911 Assist Works Properly
390
In the Event of a Crash
390
911 Assist May Not Work If
391
911 Assist Privacy Notice
391
Vehicle Health Report (If Equipped, United States Only)
391
Making a Report
392
Vehicle Health Report Privacy Notice
393
SETTINGS
393
Clock
394
Display
394
Uploading Photos for Your Home Screen Wallpaper
394
Sound
395
Vehicle
395
Ambient Lighting (If Equipped)
396
Vehicle Health Report
396
Door Keypad Code
396
Rear View Camera
396
Enable Valet Mode
396
Settings
397
System
397
Voice Control
398
Media Player
399
Navigation
400
Phone Settings
401
Wireless & Internet
402
Help
404
CLIMATE
405
Climate Control Voice Commands
407
NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
408
Setting a Destination
408
Point of Interest (POI) Categories
410
cityseekr (If Available)
411
Setting Your Navigation Preferences
412
Map Preferences
412
Route Preferences
413
Navigation Preferences
413
Traffic Preferences
413
Avoid Areas
414
Map Mode
414
Auto Zoom
415
Map Icons
416
Quick-touch Buttons
417
Set as Dest
417
Set as Waypoint
417
Save to Favorites
417
POI Icons
417
Cancel Route
417
View/Edit Route
417
Navigation Map Updates
417
Navigation Voice Commands
418
One-shot Destination Street Address
419
Appendices
420
GENERAL INFORMATION
420
SYNC® End User License Agreement (EULA)
420
End user notice
425
Microsoft® Windows® Mobile for Automotive Important Safety Information
425
General operation
425
TeleNav Software End User License Agreement
427
NavTeq End User License Agreement
431
Gracenote® Copyright
435
Gracenote® End User License Agreement (EULA)
435
Scheduled Maintenance
438
GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
438
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?
438
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?
438
Factory-Trained Technicians
438
Genuine Ford and Motorcraft® Replacement Parts
438
Convenience
438
Protecting Your Investment
439
Additives and Chemicals
439
Oils, Fluids and Flushing
440
Owner Checks and Services
440
Multi-point Inspection
441
NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND LOG
443
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor®
443
Maintenance Schedule Log
446
SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
449
Special Operating Condition Log
451
EXCEPTIONS
453
ENGINE COOLANT CHANGE RECORD
454
Engine Coolant Change Log
454
Index
455

2014 Lincoln Mks Overview

Introduction

The 2014 Lincoln MKS is a full-size luxury sedan that combines cutting-edge technology with a sophisticated design. Representing a significant leap forward for Lincoln, the MKS is engineered to deliver an elegant driving experience and superior comfort. With its bold front grille and elongated silhouette, the MKS stands out on the road while offering a quiet, spacious interior equipped with high-end materials and advanced features that cater to the needs of discerning drivers.

Powertrains

The 2014 Lincoln MKS offers two robust powertrains, allowing drivers to choose the performance that best suits their style. The standard engine is a 3.7-liter V6, producing 300 horsepower and paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. For those seeking enhanced power, the optional 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged V6 engine boasts an impressive 365 horsepower, delivering exhilarating acceleration while maintaining efficiency. Both configurations are available with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, providing flexibility in various driving conditions.

Trims

The MKS is available in two well-appointed trims: the base MKS and the more luxurious MKS EcoBoost. The base model comes equipped with a comprehensive suite of standard features, including leather upholstery, adaptive cruise control, and a premium sound system. The EcoBoost trim enhances this package with additional features such as a panoramic sunroof, upgraded audio system, and advanced driver assistance technologies, ensuring that every ride is as pleasurable as it is safe.

Features

Luxurious comfort and innovative technologies abound in the 2014 MKS. The cabin is adorned with high-quality materials, a spacious layout, and cutting-edge infotainment options such as the MyLincoln Touch system, which integrates voice-activated controls and touch-screen functionality. Additional features include blind-spot monitoring, navigation, and heated/cooled front seats, making every journey enjoyable.

Owner's Manual

The comprehensive owner's manual for the 2014 Lincoln MKS equips owners with essential information regarding vehicle operation, maintenance schedules, and troubleshooting tips. It serves as an invaluable resource for maximizing the MKS's features and ensuring optimal performance, guiding owners in the ownership experience.

User manual download

The Lincoln Mks owner manual for the 2014 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2014 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.

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