Lincoln MKX (2018 year). Manual - part 11

2. The indicator light begins to flash after

20 seconds. Without releasing the
button, follow Step 1 in the Programming
section.

For questions or comments, contact
HomeLink at www.homelink.com,
www.youtube.com/user/HomeLinkGentex
or by calling the toll-free help line at
1-800-355-3515.

FCC and RSS-210 Industry Canada
Compliance

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.

Note: Changes or modifications to your
device not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance can void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This equipment complies with FCC radiation
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. End Users must follow the
specific operating instructions for satisfying
RF exposure compliance. This transmitter
must be at least 8 in (20 cm) from the user
and must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.

The term “IC:” before the
certification/registration number only signifies
that Industry Canada technical specifications
were met.

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Universal Garage Door Opener

12 Volt DC Power Point

WARNING

Do not plug optional electrical
accessories into the cigar lighter

socket. Incorrect use of the cigar lighter can
cause damage not covered by the vehicle
warranty, and can result in fire or serious
injury.

Note: When you switch the ignition on, you
can use the socket to power 12 volt
appliances with a maximum current rating
of 15 amps.

If the power supply does not work after you
switch the ignition off, switch the ignition on.
Note: Do not hang any accessory from the
accessory plug.

Note: Do not use the power point over the
vehicle capacity of 12 volt DC 180 watts or
a fuse may blow.

Note: Always keep the power point caps
closed when not in use.

Do not insert objects other than an accessory
plug into the power point. This damages the
power point and may blow the fuse.

Run the vehicle for full capacity use of the
power point.

To prevent the battery from running out of
charge:
•

Do not use the power point longer than
necessary when the engine is not
running.

•

Do not leave devices plugged in
overnight or when you park your vehicle
for extended periods.

Locations

Power points may be in the following
locations:
•

On the front of the center console.

•

Inside the center console.

•

On the rear of the center console.

•

In the cargo area.

110 Volt AC Power Point

 (If Equipped)

WARNING

Do not keep electrical devices plugged
in the power point whenever the

device is not in use. Do not use any
extension cord with the 110 volt AC power
point, since it will defeat the safety protection
design. Doing so may cause the power point
to overload due to powering multiple devices
that can reach beyond the 150 watt load limit
and could result in fire or serious injury.

Note: The power point turns off when you
switch off the ignition, or when the battery
voltage drops below 11 volts.

You can use the power point for electric
devices that require up to 150 watts. It is on
the rear of the center console.

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Auxiliary Power Points

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When the indicator light on the power point
is:
•

On: The power point is working, the
ignition is on and a device is plugged in.

•

Off: The power point is off, the ignition is
off or no device is plugged in.

•

Flashing: The power point is in fault
mode.

The power outlet temporarily turns off power
when in fault mode if the device exceeds the
150 watt limit.  Unplug your device and
switch the ignition off.  Switch the ignition
back on, but do not plug your device back
in.  Let the system cool off and switch the
ignition off to reset the fault mode.  Switch
the ignition back on and make sure the
indicator light remains on.

Do not use the power point for certain
electric devices, including:
•

Cathode-ray, tube-type televisions.

•

Motor loads, such as vacuum cleaners,
electric saws and other electric power
tools or compressor-driven refrigerators.

•

Measuring devices, which process
precise data, such as medical equipment
or measuring equipment.

•

Other appliances requiring an extremely
stable power supply such as
microcomputer-controlled electric
blankets or touch-sensor lamps.

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Auxiliary Power Points

GLOVE BOX

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You can open the glove box by pressing the
button on the instrument panel.

Note: The electronic glove box does not
function if the vehicle battery is dead, or if
you switch the ignition off and lock the
vehicle.

Manual Entry

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1. Open passenger door.

2. Remove end cap of instrument panel.

3. Insert a pen or pencil into the latch

device to release glove box.

CENTER CONSOLE

Stow items in the cup holder carefully as
items may become loose during hard
braking, acceleration or crashes, including
hot drinks which may spill.

Available console features include:

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Front storage compartment.

A

USB port.

B

Center storage compartment.

C

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Storage Compartments

Rear auxiliary power point cover.

D

Auxiliary power point.

E

AC power point or USB port.

F

Rear heated seats.

G

Auxiliary power point and USB
port.

H

Cup holders.

I

OVERHEAD CONSOLE

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Press near the rear edge of the door to open
it.

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Storage Compartments

GENERAL INFORMATION

WARNINGS

Extended idling at high engine speeds
can produce very high temperatures

in the engine and exhaust system, creating
the risk of fire or other damage.

Do not park, idle or drive your vehicle
on dry grass or other dry ground cover.

The emission system heats up the engine
compartment and exhaust system, creating
the risk of fire.

Do not start the engine in a closed
garage or in other enclosed areas.

Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open
the garage door before you start the engine.

Exhaust leaks may result in entry of
harmful and potentially lethal fumes

into the passenger compartment. If you smell
exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your
vehicle inspected immediately. Do not drive
if you smell exhaust fumes.

If you disconnect the battery, your vehicle
may exhibit some unusual driving
characteristics for approximately 5 mi (8 km)
after you reconnect it.  This is because the
engine management system must realign
itself with the engine.  You can disregard any
unusual driving characteristics during this
period.

The powertrain control system meets all
Canadian interference-causing equipment
standard requirements regulating the
impulse electrical field or radio noise.

When you start the engine, avoid pressing
the accelerator pedal before and during
operation. Only use the accelerator pedal
when you have difficulty starting the engine.

KEYLESS STARTING

Note: The keyless starting system may not
function if the key is close to metal objects
or electronic devices such as cellular
phones.

Note: A valid key must be located inside
your vehicle to switch the ignition on and
start the engine.

Ignition Modes

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The keyless starting system has three
modes:

Off: Turns the ignition off.

•

Without applying the brake pedal, press
and release the button once when the
ignition is in the on mode, or when the
engine is running but the vehicle is not
moving.

On: All electrical circuits are operational and
the warning lamps and indicators illuminate.

•

Without applying the brake pedal, press
and release the button once.

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Starting and Stopping the Engine

Note: You may have to press the push
button ignition switch twice to switch the
ignition on.

Start: Starts the engine.

•

Press the brake pedal, and then press
the button for any length of time. An
indicator light on the button illuminates
when then ignition is on and when the
engine starts.

STARTING A GASOLINE ENGINE

When you start the engine, the idle speed
increases.  This helps to warm up the
engine.  If the engine idle speed does not
slow down automatically, have your vehicle
checked by an authorized dealer.

Note:  You can crank the engine for a total
of 60 seconds without the engine starting
before the starting system temporarily
disables.  The 60 seconds does not have to
be all at once.  For example, if you crank the
engine three times for 20 seconds each time,
without the engine starting, you reached the
60-second time limit.  A message appears
in the information display alerting you that
you exceeded the cranking time.  You
cannot attempt to start the engine for at
least 15 minutes.  After 15 minutes, you are
limited to a 15-second engine cranking time. 
You need to wait 60 minutes before you can
crank the engine for 60 seconds again.

Before starting the engine check the
following:
•

Make sure all occupants have fastened
their seatbelts.

•

Make sure the headlamps and electrical
accessories are off.

•

Make sure the parking brake is on.

•

Make sure the transmission is in park (P)
or neutral (N).

Keyless Starting

Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.

Note: A valid passive key must be located
inside your vehicle to switch the power on
and start your vehicle.

1. Fully depress the brake pedal.

2. Briefly press the push button ignition

switch.

The system does not function if:
•

The passive key frequencies are jammed.

•

The key battery has no charge.

If you are unable to start the engine, do the
following:

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1. Open the floor console storage

compartment lid.

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2. With the buttons facing upward and the

unlock button facing the front of your
vehicle, place the intelligent access key
into the backup slot.

3. With the key in this position, press the

brake pedal then press the push button
ignition switch to switch the ignition on
and start your vehicle.

Fast Restart

The fast restart feature allows you to restart
your vehicle within 10 seconds of switching
it off, even if it does not detect a valid
passive key.

Within 10 seconds of switching your vehicle
off, press the brake pedal and press the push
button ignition switch.  After 10 seconds, you
can no longer start your vehicle if it does not
detect a valid passive key.

Once your vehicle starts, it remains running
until you press the push button ignition
switch, even if your vehicle does not detect
a valid passive key.  If you open and close a
door while your vehicle is running, the
system searches for a valid passive key.

Failure to Start

If you cannot start the engine after three
attempts, wait 10 seconds and follow this
procedure:

1. Fully depress the brake pedal.

2. Shift into park (P).

3. Fully depress the accelerator pedal.

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4. Keep the accelerator pedal fully

depressed and press the push button
ignition switch until the engine starts.

Automatic Engine Shutdown

This feature automatically shuts down the
engine if it has been idling for an extended
period.  The ignition also turns off to save
battery power.  Before your vehicle shuts
down, a message appears in the information
display showing a timer counting down.  If
you do not intervene within 30 seconds, your
vehicle shuts down.  Another message
appears in the information display to inform
you that your vehicle has shut down to save
fuel.  Start your vehicle as normal.

Automatic Engine Shutdown Override

Note:  You cannot permanently switch off
the automatic shutdown.  When you switch
it off temporarily, it turns on at the next
ignition cycle.

You can stop the shutdown, or reset the
timer, at any point before the 30-second
countdown has expired by doing any of the
following:
•

Reset the timer by pressing the brake or
accelerator pedal.

•

Temporarily switch off the shutdown
feature during the current ignition cycle
using the information display.  See
General Information (page 118).

•

Press OK or RESET to temporarily switch
the feature off during the current ignition
cycle.

Stopping the Engine When Your
Vehicle is Stationary

1. Shift into park (P).

2. Press the push button ignition switch.

3. Apply the parking brake.

Note: The ignition, all electrical circuits and
all warning lamps and indicators will be
turned off.

Note: If the engine is idling for 30 minutes,
the ignition and engine automatically shuts
down.

Stopping the Engine When Your
Vehicle is Moving

WARNING

Switching off the engine when the
vehicle is still moving will result in a

loss of brake and steering assistance. The
steering will not lock, but higher effort will
be required. When the ignition is switched
off, some electrical circuits, including air
bags, warning lamps and indicators may also
be off. If the ignition was turned off
accidentally, you can shift into neutral (N) and
re-start the engine.

1. Put the transmission into neutral (N) and

use the brakes to bring your vehicle to a
safe stop.

2. When your vehicle has stopped, shift into

park (P).

3. Press and hold the push button ignition

switch until the engine stops, or press it
three times within two seconds.

4. Apply the parking brake.

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Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes

WARNING

Exhaust leaks may result in entry of
harmful and potentially lethal fumes

into the passenger compartment. If you smell
exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your
vehicle inspected immediately. Do not drive
if you smell exhaust fumes.

Important Ventilating Information

If you stop your vehicle and then leave the
engine idling for long periods, we
recommend that you do one of the following:
•

Open the windows at least 1 in (3 cm).

•

Set your climate control to outside air.

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER

 (If Equipped)

WARNINGS

Failure to follow engine block heater
instructions could result in property

damage or serious personal injury.

WARNINGS

Do not use your heater with
ungrounded electrical systems or

two-pronged adapters. There is a risk of
electrical shock.

Do not fully close the hood, or allow it
to drop under its own weight when

using the engine block heater. This could
damage the power cable and may cause an
electrical short resulting in fire, injury and
property damage.

Note: The heater is most effective when
outdoor temperatures are below 0°F (-18°C).

The heater acts as a starting aid by warming
the engine coolant. This allows the climate
control system to respond quickly. The
equipment includes a heater element
(installed in the engine block) and a wire
harness. You can connect the system to a
grounded 120-volt AC electrical source.

We recommend that you do the following for
a safe and correct operation:
•

Use a 16-gauge outdoor extension cord
that is product certified by Underwriter’s
Laboratory (UL) or Canadian Standards
Association (CSA). This extension cord
must be suitable for use outdoors, in cold
temperatures, and be clearly marked
Suitable for Use with Outdoor
Appliances. Do not use an indoor
extension cord outdoors. This could
result in an electric shock or become a
fire hazard.

•

Use as short an extension cord as
possible.

•

Do not use multiple extension cords.

•

Make sure that when in operation, the
extension cord plug and heater cord plug
connections are free and clear of water.
This could cause an electric shock or fire.

•

Make sure your vehicle is parked in a
clean area, clear of combustibles.

•

Make sure the heater, heater cord and
extension cord are firmly connected.

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•

Check for heat anywhere in the electrical
hookup once the system has been
operating for approximately 30 minutes.

•

Make sure the system is unplugged and
properly stowed before starting and
driving your vehicle. Make sure the
protective cover seals the prongs of the
block heater cord plug when not in use.

•

Make sure the heater system is checked
for proper operation before winter.

Using the Engine Block Heater

Make sure the receptacle terminals are clean
and dry prior to use. Clean them with a dry
cloth if necessary.

The heater uses 0.4 to 1.0 kilowatt-hours of
energy per hour of use. The system does not
have a thermostat. It achieves maximum
temperature after approximately three hours
of operation. Using the heater longer than
three hours does not improve system
performance and unnecessarily uses
electricity.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNINGS

Do not overfill the fuel tank. The
pressure in an overfilled tank may

cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and
fire.

The fuel system may be under
pressure. If you hear a hissing sound

near the fuel filler inlet, do not refuel until the
sound stops. Otherwise, fuel may spray out,
which could cause serious personal injury.

Fuels can cause serious injury or death
if misused or mishandled.

Fuel may contain benzene, which is a
cancer-causing agent.

When refueling always shut the engine
off and never allow sparks or open

flames near the fuel tank filler valve. Never
smoke or use a cell phone while refueling.
Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under
certain conditions. Avoid inhaling excess
fumes.

Follow these guidelines when refueling:
•

Extinguish all smoking materials and any
open flames before refueling your
vehicle.

•

Always switch the engine off before
refueling.

•

Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal
if swallowed. Fuel is highly toxic and if
swallowed can cause death or permanent
injury. If fuel is swallowed immediately
call a physician, even if no symptoms are
immediately apparent. The toxic effects
of fuel may not be apparent for hours.

•

Avoid inhaling fuel vapors.  Inhaling fuel
vapor can lead to eye and respiratory
tract irritation.  In severe cases, excessive
or prolonged breathing of fuel vapor can
cause serious illness and permanent
injury.

•

Avoid getting fuel in your eyes. If you
splash fuel in your eyes, immediately
remove contact lenses (if worn), flush with
water for 15 minutes and seek medical
attention.  Failure to seek proper medical
attention could lead to permanent injury.

•

Fuels can be harmful if absorbed through
the skin. If you splash fuel on your skin,
clothing or both, promptly remove
contaminated clothing and thoroughly
wash your skin with soap and water.
Repeated or prolonged skin contact
causes skin irritation.

•

Be particularly careful if you are taking
Antabuse or other forms of Disulfiram for
the treatment of alcoholism. Breathing
fuel vapors could cause an adverse
reaction, serious personal injury or
sickness. Immediately call a physician if
you experience any adverse reactions.

FUEL QUALITY

Choosing the Right Fuel

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Your vehicle is designed to operate on
regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum
pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87.

Some fuel stations, particularly those in high
altitude areas, offer fuels posted as regular
unleaded gasoline with an octane rating
below 87.

For best overall vehicle and engine
performance, premium fuel with an octane
rating of 91 or higher is recommended. The
performance gained by using premium fuel
is most noticeable in hot weather as well as
other conditions, for example when towing
a trailer.  See Towing (page 265).

Do not be concerned if the engine
sometimes knocks lightly.  However, if the
engine knocks heavily while using fuel with
the recommended octane rating, contact an
authorized dealer to prevent any engine
damage.

We recommend Top Tier detergent
gasolines, where available to help minimize
engine deposits and maintain optimal vehicle
and engine performance. For additional
information, refer to www.toptiergas.com.

Note: Use of any fuel for which the vehicle
was not designed can impair the emission
control system, cause loss of vehicle
performance, and cause damage to the
engine which may not be covered by the
vehicle Warranty.

Do not use:
•

Diesel fuel.

•

Fuels containing kerosene or paraffin.

•

Fuel containing more than 15% ethanol
or E85 fuel.

•

Fuels containing methanol.

•

Fuels containing metallic-based additives,
including manganese-based compounds.

•

Fuels containing the octane booster
additive, methylcyclopentadienyl
manganese tricarbonyl (MMT).

•

Leaded fuel, using leaded fuel is
prohibited by law.

The use of fuels with metallic compounds
such as methylcyclopentadienyl manganese
tricarbonyl (commonly known as MMT), which
is a manganese-based fuel additive, will
impair engine performance and affect the
emission control system.

FUEL FILLER FUNNEL LOCATION

The fuel filler funnel is in the spare wheel
storage tray.

RUNNING OUT OF FUEL

Running out of fuel can cause damage not
covered by the vehicle Warranty.

If your vehicle runs out of fuel:
•

Add a minimum of 1.3 gal (5 L) of fuel to
restart the engine.

•

You may need to switch the ignition from
off to on several times after refueling to
allow the fuel system to pump the fuel
from the tank to the engine.  When
restarting, cranking time takes a few
seconds longer than normal.

Note: If your vehicle is on a steep slope,
more fuel may be required.

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Filling a Portable Fuel Container

WARNING

Flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle
can produce static electricity. This can

cause a fire if you are filling an ungrounded
fuel container.

Use the following guidelines to avoid
electrostatic charge build-up, which can
produce a spark, when filling an ungrounded
fuel container:
•

Only use an approved fuel container to
transfer fuel to your vehicle.  Place the
container on the ground when filling it.

•

Do not fill a fuel container when it is
inside your vehicle (including the cargo
area).

•

Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact
with the fuel container when filling it.

•

Do not use a device that holds the fuel
pump nozzle lever in the fill position.

Adding Fuel From a Portable Fuel
Container

WARNINGS

Do not insert the nozzle of a fuel
container or an aftermarket funnel into

the fuel filler neck. This may damage the fuel
system filler neck or its seal and cause fuel
to run onto the ground.

Do not try to pry open or push open
the capless fuel system with foreign

objects. This could damage the fuel system
and its seal and cause injury to you or others.

Do not dispose of fuel in the household
refuse or the public sewage system.

Use an authorized waste disposal facility.

When refueling the vehicle fuel tank from a
fuel container, use the fuel filler funnel
included with your vehicle.  See Fuel Filler
Funnel Location (page 179).

Note: Do not use aftermarket funnels as they
may not work with the capless fuel system
and can damage it.

When refueling the vehicle fuel tank from a
fuel container, do the following:

1. Fully open the fuel filler door.

2. Fully insert the fuel filler funnel into the

fuel filler inlet.

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3. Add fuel to your vehicle from the fuel

container.

4. Remove the fuel filler funnel.

5. Fully close the fuel filler door.

6. Clean the fuel filler funnel and place it

back in your vehicle or correctly dispose
of it.

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Note: Extra funnels can be purchased from
an authorized dealer if you choose to
dispose of the funnel.

REFUELING

Refueling System Overview

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C

A

Fuel filler door.

A

Fuel tank filler valve.

B

Fuel tank filler pipe.

C

Your vehicle does not have a fuel tank filler
cap.

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B

C

D

Left-hand side. To open the fuel
filler door, press the center rear
edge of the fuel filler door and
then release.

A

Right-hand side. To open the fuel
filler door, press the center rear
edge of the fuel filler door and
then release.

B

Left-hand side. Pull the rear of the
fuel filler door to open it.

C

Right-hand side. Pull the rear of the
fuel filler door to open it.

D

Refueling Your Vehicle

WARNINGS

When refueling always shut the engine
off and never allow sparks or open

flames near the fuel tank filler valve. Never
smoke or use a cell phone while refueling.
Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under
certain conditions. Avoid inhaling excess
fumes.

The fuel system may be under
pressure. If you hear a hissing sound

near the fuel filler inlet, do not refuel until the
sound stops. Otherwise, fuel may spray out,
which could cause serious personal injury.

Do not pry open the fuel tank filler
valve. This could damage the fuel

system. Failure to follow this instruction could
result in fire, personal injury or death.

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WARNINGS

Do not remove the fuel pump nozzle
from its fully inserted position when

refueling.

Stop refueling when the fuel pump
nozzle automatically shuts off for the

first time. Failure to follow this will fill the
expansion space in the fuel tank and could
lead to fuel overflowing.

Do not overfill the fuel tank. The
pressure in an overfilled tank may

cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and
fire.

Wait at least five seconds before
removing the fuel pump nozzle to allow

any residual fuel to drain into the fuel tank.

1. Fully open the fuel filler door.

2. Select the correct fuel pump nozzle for

your vehicle.

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A

3. Insert the fuel pump nozzle up to the first

notch on the nozzle A.  Keep the fuel
pump nozzle resting on the fuel tank filler
pipe.

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A

B

4. Hold the fuel pump nozzle in position B

when refueling.  Holding the fuel pump
nozzle in position A can affect the flow
of fuel and shut off the fuel pump nozzle
before the fuel tank is full.

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A

B

5. Operate the fuel pump nozzle within the

area shown.

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