Function - Lincoln MKX 2017 Quick Reference Manual

Function

Rear View Camera* Note: The 360 degree camera system turns off
when your vehicle is in motion at a low speed,
except when in reverse (R).
Note: Mud, water or
debris obstructs the
camera's view. Clean
the lenses (on the
side mirrors and
liftgate) with a soft,
lint-free cloth and
This system provides a video image of the area
non-abrasive cleaner.
behind your vehicle. The display automatically
Front, Rear and Side Parking Aids*
appears in the touchscreen when the vehicle is in
reverse (R) and uses green, yellow and red guides to The sensing systems warn you of obstacles within a
alert you of your proximity to objects.
certain range of your vehicle. The systems turn on
automatically whenever you switch the ignition on.
360 Degree Parking Aid Camera*
You can switch the rear parking aid system off
The button is on the instrument panel and
through the information display menu or from the
allows you to toggle through different camera views.
pop-up message that appears once you shift the
The front and rear cameras have multiple screens
transmission into reverse (R). You can switch the front
that include Normal View with 360, Normal View and
parking aid off through the parking aid switch.
Split View.
Note:
When in park (P), neutral (N) or drive (D), only the front Visibility aids do not replace the need to
images display when you press the button. When in watch where the vehicle is moving. Refer to your
reverse (R), only the rear images display when you
Owner's Manual for safety information, more details
press the button. and limitations.
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Active Park Assist and Parallel Park Out Assist*
Detects an available parallel or perpendicular
parking space and automatically steers the vehicle
into the space (hands-free) while you control the
accelerator, gearshift and brakes. The system visually
and audibly instructs you to park your vehicle, or
enter traffic. The button is on the center stack.
To use active park assist for parallel parking, press
the button once.
To use the system for perpendicular parking, press
the button twice.
*if equipped *if equipped
Active Park Assist and Parallel Park Out Assist* (continued)
Use the parallel park out assist feature when your vehicle is at rest in a parallel
parking space. Press the button, and then follow the instructions on the
display. Use your direction indicator to signal which side of your vehicle you
want to exit the parking space. After the system has directed your vehicle past
the adjacent vehicle or object, it guides you to take control of the steering to
complete the exit from the parking spot.
To stop the parking procedure, grab the steering wheel or press the control
again. For complete information, refer to the Parking Aids chapter of your
Owner's Manual.
Note: The driver is always responsible for controlling the vehicle, supervising the
system, and intervening, if required.
Adaptive Steering*
The adaptive steering system continually changes the steering ratio with changes
to the vehicle speed, optimizing the steering response in all conditions.
You can change the settings in the information display. Refer to your Owner's
Manual for more details.
Note: The adaptive steering system includes a locking device that may make a
sound when you start or switch off your vehicle. This is completely normal.
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Lincoln Drive Control*
This feature intelligently integrates chassis and powertrain systems for
personalized ride comfort, steering, handling, powertrain response and sound.
Choose between two default settings or customize your own.
Factory default settings include Normal Handling and Normal Performance
while you are in drive (D). Select sport (S) to engage Sport Handling and
Sport Performance settings.
Customize your Handling and Performance settings through the
information display by navigating through the information display menu to
Settings > Vehicle > Drive Control to configure:
Handling
Comfort: Provides lower steering efforts and a more fluid suspension.
Normal: Delivers an engaging drive experience with confident handling.
Sport: Increases handling and control with a sporty feel.
Performance
Normal: Provides smooth power delivery and a refined sound.
Sport: Increases engine and transmission responsiveness, while adding
a more powerful engine tone.
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