2015 Lincoln Mkt Owner's Manual

2015 Lincoln Mkt owners manual
Year:
2015
Make:
Lincoln
Model:
Mkt
Rating:
(9)

Online manual

Size:
4.94 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
INSTALLING CHILD SEATS
20
Child Seats
20
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts
20
Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH)
25
Using Inboard Lower Anchors From the Outboard Seating Positions (Center Seating Use)
27
Combining Safety Belt and LATCH Lower Anchors for Attaching Child Safety Seats
28
Using Tether Straps
28
BOOSTER SEATS
32
Types of Booster Seats
33
CHILD SEAT POSITIONING
35
CHILD SAFETY LOCKS
37
Safety Belts
38
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
38
FASTENING THE SAFETY BELTS
40
Using Safety Belts During Pregnancy
40
Third-Row Safety Belt Stowage
41
Safety Belt Locking Modes
42
Vehicle Sensitive Mode
42
Automatic Locking Mode
42
When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
43
Non-inflatable safety belts
43
Rear outboard inflatable safety belts (second row only–if equipped)
43
How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
43
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
44
SAFETY BELT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
44
SAFETY BELT WARNING LIGHT AND INDICATOR CHIME
45
Conditions of Operation
45
SAFETY BELT-MINDER™
45
Deactivating and Activating the Belt-Minder Feature
46
REAR INFLATABLE SAFETY BELT (IF EQUIPPED)
47
How Does the Rear Inflatable Safety Belt System Work?
48
Stowing the Rear Inflatable Safety Belt
49
CHILD RESTRAINT AND SAFETY BELT MAINTENANCE
49
Personal Safety System
50
PERSONAL SAFETY SYSTEM™
50
How Does the Personal Safety System Work?
50
Supplementary Restraints System
51
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
51
SOS POST-CRASH ALERT SYSTEM™
52
DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIRBAGS
53
Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment
54
Children and Airbags
54
FRONT PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM
55
SIDE AIRBAGS
58
SAFETY CANOPY™ CURTAIN AIRBAGS
60
CRASH SENSORS AND AIRBAG INDICATOR
62
AIRBAG DISPOSAL
63
Keys and Remote Control
64
GENERAL INFORMATION ON RADIO FREQUENCIES
64
Intelligent Access
64
REMOTE CONTROL
65
Intelligent Access Key
65
Replacing the Battery
65
Intelligent Access Transmitter
66
Memory Feature
66
Programming Memory to the Remote Control
66
Deactivating Memory from the Remote Control
67
Car Finder
67
Sounding a Panic Alarm
67
Remote Start
67
Remote Starting the Vehicle
68
Extending the Vehicle Run Time
69
Turning the Vehicle Off After Remote Starting
69
REPLACING A LOST KEY OR REMOTE CONTROL
69
MyKey
70
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
70
Non-configurable Settings
70
Configurable Settings
70
CREATING A MYKEY
71
Programming/Changing Configurable Settings
71
CLEARING ALL MYKEYS
72
CHECKING MYKEY SYSTEM STATUS
72
USING MYKEY WITH REMOTE START SYSTEMS
72
MYKEY TROUBLESHOOTING
73
Locks
74
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING
74
Power Door Locks
74
Remote Control
74
Unlocking the Doors (Two-Stage Unlock)
74
Locking the Doors
74
Activating intelligent access
75
At the front doors
75
At the liftgate
75
Smart Unlocks
75
Autolock Feature (If Enabled)
76
Autounlock Feature (If Enabled)
76
Enabling or Disabling
77
Illuminated Entry
77
Illuminated Exit
77
Battery Saver
77
Accessory Mode Battery Saver for Intelligent Access Keys
77
LIFTGATE
78
Power Liftgate
78
Opening and Closing the Power Liftgate
78
Obstacle Detection
80
Resetting the Power Liftgate
80
Manual Operation
80
SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY KEYPAD
81
Programming a Personal Entry Code
82
Erasing a Personal Code
82
Anti-Scan Feature
83
Unlocking and Locking the Doors
83
Security
84
SECURILOCK® PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM
84
Automatic Arming
84
Automatic Disarming
84
Replacement Keys
84
Programming a Spare Intelligent Access Key
85
ANTI-THEFT ALARM
86
Arming the Alarm
86
Disarming the Alarm
86
Steering Wheel
87
ADJUSTING THE STEERING WHEEL
87
Easy Entry and Exit Feature
87
Memory Feature
87
AUDIO CONTROL
88
VOICE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
88
CRUISE CONTROL
89
INFORMATION DISPLAY CONTROL
90
Cluster Display Control Features
90
HEATED STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED)
90
Pedals
91
ADJUSTABLE PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED)
91
Wipers and Washers
92
WINDSHIELD WIPERS
92
RAIN-SENSING WIPERS
92
WINDSHIELD WASHERS
93
REAR-WINDOW WIPER AND WASHERS
93
Lighting
94
LIGHTING CONTROL
94
High Beams
94
Headlamp Flasher
94
AUTOLAMPS (If equipped)
95
INSTRUMENT LIGHTING DIMMER
96
HEADLAMP EXIT DELAY
96
DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS (IF EQUIPPED)
97
AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
97
FRONT FOG LAMPS
99
ADAPTIVE HEADLAMPS
100
DIRECTION INDICATORS
101
INTERIOR LAMPS
101
Front row map lamps
101
Second row map lamps
101
Second row vanity mirror dome lamps (Livery only)
102
Cargo lamp
102
Windows and Mirrors
103
POWER WINDOWS
103
Rear Window Buffeting
103
One-Touch Up or Down (Front Windows)
103
Global Opening and Closing
103
Opening the Windows
103
Closing the Windows
104
Bounce-Back
104
Overriding the Bounce-Back Feature
104
Window Lock
104
Accessory Delay
104
EXTERIOR MIRRORS
105
Power Exterior Mirrors
105
Foldaway Exterior Mirrors
105
Heated Exterior Mirror
105
Memory Mirrors
105
Auto-Dimming Feature
106
Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors (If Equipped)
106
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS®) with Cross Traffic Alert (CTA) (If Equipped)
106
INTERIOR MIRROR
107
Auto-Dimming Mirror
107
SECOND ROW ILLUMINATED VANITY MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)
107
SUN VISORS
108
Slide-On-Rod
108
Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror
108
PANORAMIC VISTA ROOF® AND POWER SUNSHADES (IF EQUIPPED)
109
Opening the Sunshade and Moonroof
110
Closing the Moonroof and Sunshades
110
Venting the Moonroof (if epuipped)
110
Instrument Cluster
111
GAUGES
111
WARNING LAMPS AND INDICATORS
111
Adaptive cruise control (if equipped) (RTT)
112
Stability Control System
112
Stability Control System Off
112
Airbag readiness
112
Anti-lock brake system
112
Brake system warning light
113
Charging system (RTT)
113
Door ajar (RTT)
113
Engine oil pressure (RTT)
113
Engine coolant temperature (RTT)
113
Fog lamps
114
Overdrive cancel and grade assist (if equipped) (RTT)
114
Heads up display (if equipped)
114
High beams
114
Low fuel (RTT)
114
Low tire pressure warning
114
Low washer fluid (RTT)
114
Park lamps
115
Powertrain malfunction/reduced power (RTT)
115
Safety belt
115
Service engine soon
115
Speed control (if equipped) (RTT)
116
Turn signal
116
AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND INDICATORS
116
Key In Ignition Warning Chime
116
Keyless Warning Alert (If Equipped)
116
Headlamps On Warning Chime
116
Parking Brake On Warning Chime
116
Information Displays
117
GENERAL INFORMATION
117
Information Display Controls
117
Main menu
117
Display Mode
118
Trip 1 & 2
119
Fuel Economy
119
Driver Assist
120
INFORMATION MESSAGES
123
Climate Control
133
DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL SYSTEM
133
REAR PASSENGER CLIMATE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
135
GENERAL OPERATING TIPS
136
HEATED WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
137
Heated Rear Window
137
Heated Exterior Mirror (If Equipped)
137
CABIN AIR FILTER
137
REMOTE START (IF EQUIPPED)
138
Automatic Settings
138
Seats
139
SITTING IN THE CORRECT POSITION
139
HEAD RESTRAINTS
140
Tilting Head Restraints (If Equipped)
143
POWER SEATS
143
Power Lumbar (Limo/Livery)
144
Four-Way Power Lumbar (If Equipped)
145
MEMORY FUNCTION (IF EQUIPPED)
145
Programming a memory position
145
Recalling a memory position
146
Recalling a memory position with the remote control
146
Easy Access and Easy-Out Feature (If Equipped)
146
HEATED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
147
Second-Row Climate Controlled Seats (If Equipped)
147
Second-Row Climate Controlled Seats Air Filter Replacement
147
CLIMATE CONTROLLED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
148
Heated Seats
148
Cooled Seats
148
Climate Controlled Seat Air Filter Replacement
149
REAR SEATS
150
Second Row Seats
150
Recline Adjustment
150
Moving the Seats Backward and Forward (Six-Passenger Vehicles Only)
150
Using the Second-Row Power Lumbar Support (Six-Passenger Vehicles Only)
151
Moving the Front Passenger Seat Backward and Forward (Town Car Livery Version)
151
Power Fold and Tumble Seat (If Equipped)
152
Rear Seat Armrest (Livery vehicle)
152
Third Row Seats
153
Accessing the Seat
153
Third Row Seat Exit
155
Stowing the Third Row Seat
157
Unstowing the Third Row Seat
158
PowerFold™ Third-row Seat (If Equipped)
158
Closing the Liftgate
160
Universal Garage Door Opener (If Equipped)
161
HOMELINK® WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
161
Programming
162
Erasing the Function Button Codes
163
Reprogramming a single button
163
Programming HomeLink to a Genie Intellicode 2 garage door opener
164
Programing the transmitters
164
Programming HomeLink to the Genie Intellicode garage door opener motor
165
Clearing a HomeLink device
165
FCC and RSS-210 Industry Canada Compliance
165
Auxiliary Power Points
166
AUXILIARY POWER POINTS
166
Locations
166
110 Volt AC Power Point (If Equipped)
167
USB Charging Power Point (If Equipped)
168
Storage Compartments
169
CENTER CONSOLE
169
Second Row Center Console (If Equipped)
169
Console Refrigerator and Freezer (If Equipped)
170
Cleaning and Maintenance
171
OVERHEAD CONSOLE
171
Starting and Stopping the Engine
172
GENERAL INFORMATION
172
KEYLESS STARTING
172
Ignition Modes
173
STARTING A GASOLINE ENGINE
173
Fast Restart
174
Failure to Start
175
Automatic Engine Shutdown
175
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Stationary
175
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Moving
176
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes
176
Important Ventilating Information
176
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED)
176
Using the Engine Block Heater
177
Fuel and Refueling
178
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
178
FUEL QUALITY
179
Choosing the Right Fuel (Gasoline Engines)
179
Octane Recommendations
180
RUNNING OUT OF FUEL
180
Refilling with a Portable Fuel Container
180
REFUELING
181
Easy Fuel® “No Cap” Fuel System
182
FUEL CONSUMPTION
183
Filling the Tank
183
Calculating Fuel Economy
184
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
184
On-board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
186
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
187
Transmission
188
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
188
SelectShift Automatic® Transmission (If Equipped)
189
Automatic Transmission Adaptive Learning
190
Brake-shift interlock
191
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow
192
All-Wheel Drive (If Equipped)
193
USING YOUR ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
193
Driving In Special Conditions With All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
194
Basic operating principles in special conditions
194
If Your Vehicle Goes Off the Edge of the Pavement
194
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
194
Emergency Maneuvers
195
Sand
195
Mud and Water
196
Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
197
Driving on Snow and Ice
198
Maintenance and Modifications
199
Brakes
200
GENERAL INFORMATION
200
Brake Over Accelerator
200
Brake Assist
200
Anti-Lock Brake System
201
HINTS ON DRIVING WITH ANTI-LOCK BRAKES
201
PARKING BRAKE
201
Traction Control
202
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
202
USING TRACTION CONTROL
202
System Indicator Lights and Messages
202
Stability Control
203
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
203
USING ADVANCETRAC® WITH RSC®
204
Parking Aids
205
SENSING SYSTEM
205
Using the Rear Sensing System
206
ACTIVE PARK ASSIST (IF EQUIPPED)
207
Using Active Park Assist
208
Automatic Steering into Parking Space
209
Deactivating the Park Assist Feature
210
Troubleshooting the System
210
REAR VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
211
Using the Rear View Camera System
212
Adjusting the Rear View Camera Settings (If Equipped)
213
Guidelines and the Centerline
214
Enhanced Park Aids
215
Manual Zoom
215
Rear Camera Delay
215
Cruise Control
216
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
216
USING CRUISE CONTROL
216
Switching Cruise Control On
216
Setting a Speed
216
Changing the Set Speed
217
Canceling the Set Speed
217
Resuming the Set Speed
217
Switching Cruise Control Off
217
USING ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
217
Setting Adaptive Cruise Control
218
Following a Vehicle
219
Setting the Gap Distance
220
Disengaging Adaptive Cruise Control
221
Overriding Adaptive Cruise Control
221
Changing the Set Speed
221
Resuming the Set Speed
222
Low Speed Automatic Cancellation
222
Hilly Condition Usage
222
Switching Off Adaptive Cruise Control
222
Detection Issues
223
Adaptive Cruise Control Not Available
223
Blocked Sensor
224
Switching to Normal Cruise Control
225
Driving Aids
226
DRIVER ALERT (IF EQUIPPED)
226
Switching the System On and Off
226
System Warnings
226
System Display
227
Resetting the System
227
LANE KEEPING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
228
Switching the System On and Off
228
System Settings
228
System Display
230
Troubleshooting
231
BLIND SPOT INFORMATION SYSTEM (BLIS®) WITH CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT (CTA) (IF EQUIPPED)
232
Using the Systems
233
System Lights and Messages
234
System Sensors
235
System Limitations
236
False Alerts
236
System Errors
236
Switching the Systems Off and On
237
COLLISION WARNING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
237
Using the Collision Warning System
238
Blocked Sensors
239
System Limitations
240
LINCOLN DRIVE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
241
Using Lincoln Drive Control
242
STEERING
242
Electric Power Steering
242
Steering Tips
243
Load Carrying
244
REAR UNDER FLOOR STORAGE (IF EQUIPPED)
244
CARGO NET
244
LUGGAGE COVERS (IF EQUIPPED)
244
LOAD LIMIT
245
Vehicle Loading – With and Without a Trailer
245
Towing
253
TOWING A TRAILER
253
Load Placement
253
TRAILER SWAY CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
254
RECOMMENDED TOWING WEIGHTS
254
ESSENTIAL TOWING CHECKS
255
Trailer Towing Connector (Vehicles with a Trailer Towing Package and 7–Pin Connector)
256
Hitches
256
Safety Chains
256
Trailer Brakes
257
Trailer Brake Controller Connector (If Equipped)
257
Trailer Lamps
258
Before Towing a Trailer
258
When Towing a Trailer
258
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft (PWC)
259
TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE
260
TOWING THE VEHICLE ON FOUR WHEELS
261
Emergency Towing
261
Recreational Towing
261
Vehicles Equipped with a 2.0L Engine
261
Vehicles Equipped with a 3.5L or 3.7L Engine
262
Driving Hints
263
BREAKING-IN
263
ECONOMICAL DRIVING
263
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
264
FLOOR MATS
264
Roadside Emergencies
266
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
266
Vehicles Sold in the United States: Getting Roadside Assistance
266
Vehicles sold in the United States: Using roadside assistance
267
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting Roadside Assistance
267
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Using Roadside Assistance
267
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS
268
FUEL SHUTOFF
268
JUMP-STARTING THE VEHICLE
269
Preparing Your Vehicle
269
Connecting the Jumper Cables
270
Jump Starting
271
Removing the Jumper Cables
271
Customer Assistance
272
GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED
272
Away from home
272
Additional assistance
273
IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY)
274
THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY)
275
UTILIZING THE MEDIATION or ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY)
276
GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA
276
ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURE
278
Obtaining a French Owner’s Manual
279
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)
279
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (CANADA ONLY)
279
Fuses
280
CHANGING A FUSE
280
Fuses
280
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
280
FUSE SPECIFICATION CHART
281
Power Distribution Box
281
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
286
Maintenance
290
GENERAL INFORMATION
290
Precautions
290
Working with the Engine Off
290
Working with the Engine On
290
OPENING AND CLOSING THE HOOD
291
UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW
292
3.7L V6 engine
292
3.5L V6 EcoBoost® Engine
293
2.0L EcoBoost® Engine
295
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
296
ENGINE OIL CHECK
296
Adding Engine Oil
296
ENGINE COOLANT CHECK
297
Checking the Engine Coolant
297
Adding Engine Coolant
298
Recycled Engine Coolant
299
Severe Climates
299
Engine fluid temperature management (EcoBoost engine only)
300
What You Should Know About Fail-Safe Cooling
301
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
301
When Fail-Safe Mode is Activated
302
TRANSMISSION FLUID CHECK
302
6F35 TRANSMISSION (if equipped)
302
6F50/6F55 Transmission
303
Moving the Air Filter Assembly (EcoBoost engine)
304
Low fluid level
305
Correct fluid level
305
High fluid level
306
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
306
BRAKE FLUID CHECK
307
POWER STEERING FLUID CHECK
307
FUEL FILTER
307
WASHER FLUID CHECK
307
CHANGING THE VEHICLE BATTERY
308
Battery relearn
309
CHECKING THE WIPER BLADES
310
CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES
310
Changing rear window wiper blade
311
AIR FILTER CHECK
311
Changing the air filter element
312
ADJUSTING THE HEADLAMPS
313
Vertical Aim Adjustment
313
CHANGING A BULB
314
Lamp Assembly Condensation
314
Replacing HID headlamp bulbs
315
Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs
315
Replacing fog lamp bulbs
315
Replacing rear stop/tail/turn/backup and side marker lamps
315
Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs
315
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
316
BULB SPECIFICATION CHART
316
Vehicle Care
318
GENERAL INFORMATION
318
CLEANING PRODUCTS
318
CLEANING THE EXTERIOR
318
Stripes or Graphics (if equipped)
319
Exterior Chrome
319
Underbody
319
Cleaning Plastic Exterior Parts
319
WAXING
320
REPAIRING MINOR PAINT DAMAGE
320
CLEANING THE ENGINE
320
CLEANING THE WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES
321
CLEANING THE INTERIOR
322
CLEANING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LENS
322
CLEANING LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
323
CLEANING THE ALLOY WHEELS
324
VEHICLE STORAGE
325
Removing Vehicle from Storage
327
Wheels and Tires
328
GENERAL INFORMATION
328
Notice to Crossover Vehicle Owners
328
All-Wheel Drive System (If Equipped)
329
How Your Vehicle Differs from Other Vehicles
330
TIRE CARE
330
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading
330
Treadwear
331
Traction AA A B C
331
Temperature A B C
331
Glossary of Tire Terminology
332
INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL
333
Information on P Type Tires
333
Additional Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall for LT Type Tires
336
Information on T Type Tires
337
Location of the Tire Label
337
INFLATING YOUR TIRES
338
Inspecting Your Tires and Wheel Valve Stems
340
Tire Wear
340
Damage
341
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number
341
Tire Replacement Requirements
342
Safety Practices
344
Highway Hazards
344
Tire and Wheel Alignment
344
Tire Rotation
345
USING SNOW CHAINS
345
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM
346
Changing Tires with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System
348
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System
348
When Your Temporary Spare Tire Is Installed
348
When You Believe Your System Is Not Operating Properly
349
When Inflating Your Tires
350
How Temperature Affects Your Tire Pressure
350
CHANGING A ROAD WHEEL
351
Dissimilar Spare Tire and Wheel Assembly Information
351
Tire Change Procedure
353
Stowing the tire and jack (non-limousine)
357
Stowing the tire and jack (limousine)
358
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
358
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
358
Capacities and Specifications
360
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
360
Engine drivebelt routing
361
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
362
MOTORCRAFT® PART NUMBERS
366
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
367
VEHICLE CERTIFICATION LABEL
368
TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATION
368
Accessories
369
ACCESSORIES
369
Exterior style
369
Interior style
369
Lifestyle
369
Peace of mind
369
Extended Service Plan
371
FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS
371
SERVICE PLANS (U.S. only)
371
Ford ESP can quickly pay for itself
371
covered components
371
Rental Car Reimbursement
372
Roadside Assistance
372
Transferable Coverage
372
Avoid the Rising cost of vehicle maintenance
372
Interest Free Finance Options Available
373
SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY)
373
Audio System
374
GENERAL INFORMATION
374
Radio Frequencies and Reception Factors
374
CD and CD Player Information
374
MP3 Track and Folder Structure
375
AM/FM/CD PREMIUM AUDIO SYSTEM
376
REAR AUDIO CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)
377
MEDIA HUB
378
MyLincoln Touch™
379
GENERAL INFORMATION
379
Using the Touch-sensitive Controls on Your System
382
Cleaning the Touchscreen Display
382
Support
383
SYNC Owner Account
383
Safety information
383
Speed-restricted Features
384
Privacy information
385
Privacy Notice for GPS Mapping with MyLincoln Mobile in the United States and Canada
385
ACCESSING AND ADJUSTING MODES THROUGH YOUR RIGHT VEHICLE INFORMATION DISPLAY
386
Audio Sources and Memory Presets
387
USING VOICE RECOGNITION
387
How to Use Voice Commands with Your System
388
What Can I Say?
388
Helpful Hints
388
Accessing a List of Available Commands
388
Voice Settings
389
Using Voice Commands with the Touchscreen Options
390
ENTERTAINMENT
391
Browsing Device Content
392
AM and FM
393
Memory Presets
393
HD Radio
393
Scan
393
Options
394
Direct Tune
394
HD Radio™ Information (If Available)
394
HD Radio Reception and Station Troubleshooting
396
Radio Voice Commands
398
Sirius Satellite Radio (If Activated)
399
Presets
399
ALERT
399
Replay
399
Scan
399
Options
399
Direct Tune
400
Browse
400
Satellite Radio Voice Commands
401
Sirius Satellite Radio Information
402
CD
404
Repeat
404
Shuffle
404
Scan
404
More Info
404
Options
405
Browse
405
CD Voice Commands
405
SD Card Slot and USB Port
406
SD Card Slot
406
USB Port
406
Playing Music from Your Device
407
SD Card and USB Voice Commands
408
Supported Media Players, Formats and Metadata Information
409
Bluetooth Audio
410
Bluetooth Audio Voice Commands
410
A/V Inputs
410
Troubleshooting
412
PHONE
412
Pairing Your Phone for the First Time
413
Pairing Subsequent Phones
414
Making Calls
414
Receiving Calls
414
Phone Menu Options
415
Phone
415
Quick Dial
415
Phonebook
415
History
415
Messaging
415
Settings
415
Text Messaging
416
Composing a Text Message
416
Receiving a Text Message
417
Phone Settings
417
Bluetooth Devices
417
Bluetooth
417
Do Not Disturb
417
911 Assist
418
Phone Ringer
418
Text Message Notification
418
Internet Data Connection
418
Manage Phonebook
418
Roaming Warning
418
Phone Voice Commands
418
INFORMATION
420
SYNC Services (If Equipped, United States Only)
420
Connecting to SYNC Services Using Voice Commands
421
Connecting to SYNC Services Using the Touchscreen
422
Receiving Turn-by-Turn Directions
422
Disconnecting from SYNC Services
423
SYNC Services Voice Commands
424
Sirius Travel Link (If Equipped and If Activated)
424
Traffic On Route and Traffic Nearby
425
Fuel Prices
425
Movie Listings
425
Weather
425
Sports Info
425
Ski Conditions
425
Sirius Travel Link Voice Commands
426
Alerts
427
Calendar
427
911 Assist® (If Equipped)
428
Setting 911 Assist On
429
To Make Sure that 911 Assist Works Properly
429
In the Event of a Crash
429
911 Assist May Not Work If
430
911 Assist Privacy Notice
430
Vehicle Health Report (If Equipped, United States Only)
430
Making a Report
431
Vehicle Health Report Privacy Notice
431
SETTINGS
432
Clock
432
Display
433
Uploading Photos for Your Home Screen Wallpaper
433
Sound
434
Vehicle
434
Ambient Lighting (If Equipped)
434
Vehicle Health Report
434
Door Keypad Code
434
Camera Settings
435
Enable Valet Mode
435
Settings
435
System
435
Voice Control
436
Media Player
437
Navigation
438
Phone Settings
440
Wireless & Internet
441
Help
443
CLIMATE
444
Climate Control Voice Commands
446
NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
447
Setting a Destination
448
Point of Interest (POI) Categories
449
cityseekr (If Available)
450
Setting Your Navigation Preferences
451
Map Preferences
451
Route Preferences
452
Navigation Preferences
452
Traffic Preferences
452
Avoid Areas
453
Map Mode
453
Auto Zoom
454
Map Icons
455
Quick-touch Buttons
456
Set as Dest
456
Set as Waypoint
456
Save to Favorites
456
POI Icons
456
Cancel Route
456
View/Edit Route
456
Navigation Map Updates
456
Navigation Voice Commands
457
One-shot Destination Street Address
458
Appendices
459
GENERAL INFORMATION
459
SYNC® End User License Agreement (EULA)
459
Adobe
464
End user notice
464
Microsoft® Windows® Mobile for Automotive Important Safety Information
464
General operation
465
TeleNav Software End User License Agreement
466
End User License Agreement For Distribution By HERE For North America/APAC
471
Gracenote® Copyright
474
Gracenote® End User License Agreement (EULA)
474
Scheduled Maintenance
477
GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
477
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?
477
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?
477
Factory-Trained Technicians
477
Genuine Ford and Motorcraft® Replacement Parts
477
Convenience
477
Protecting Your Investment
478
Additives and Chemicals
478
Oils, Fluids and Flushing
479
Owner Checks and Services
479
Multi-point Inspection
480
NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND LOG
482
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor®
482
Maintenance Schedule Log
485
SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
488
Special Operating Condition Log
490
EXCEPTIONS
492
ENGINE COOLANT CHANGE RECORD
493
Engine Coolant Change Log
493
Index
494

2015 Lincoln Mkt Overview

Introduction

The 2015 Lincoln MKT is a sophisticated full-size luxury crossover SUV that seamlessly merges comfort, style, and advanced technology. Designed for those who prioritize elegance and versatility, the MKT stands out with its impressive aesthetics, spacious interior, and a host of top-notch features. Whether you're chauffeuring a family or embarking on long journeys, the MKT offers an exceptionally smooth ride and a wealth of amenities that redefine luxury travel.

Powertrains

The 2015 Lincoln MKT comes with two distinct powertrains, allowing owners to choose a configuration that best suits their driving preferences. The standard 3.7-liter V6 engine delivers 303 horsepower and offers commendable fuel efficiency for its class. For those seeking a more dynamic performance, the optional 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged V6 engine generates an exhilarating 365 horsepower, ensuring a thrilling driving experience while maintaining a balance between power and efficiency.

Trims

The MKT is available in three main trims—Base, Elite, and a premium 201A package. Each trim offers a unique blend of luxury features. The Base trim provides a strong foundation with leather seating, a rearview camera, and a premium audio system, while the Elite trim includes upgrades such as adaptive cruise control, navigation, and upgraded audio. The 201A package further enhances the experience with top-tier amenities like ventilated front seats and expansive panoramic sunroof.

Features

Equipped with advanced technology and luxurious touches, the 2015 Lincoln MKT boasts an array of features designed to elevate every drive. Standard features include a MyLincoln Touch infotainment system with voice commands, Bluetooth connectivity, and USB ports. Additionally, the MKT offers multiple safety options, including blind-spot monitoring, rear parking sensors, and advanced airbag systems, ensuring peace of mind on the road.

Owners Manual

The 2015 Lincoln MKT owner's manual is a comprehensive guide providing critical information about the vehicle's operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting. It covers essential topics such as vehicle care, safety instructions, and feature utilization, enabling owners to fully appreciate the MKT’s capabilities. The manual is an invaluable resource for ensuring longevity and optimal performance of this luxurious crossover.

User manual download

The Lincoln Mkt owner manual for the 2015 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2015 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.

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