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  • SYNC®

    Is all about staying in touch, staying
    entertained, staying informed and staying
    reassured. All with simple voice commands.

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Available voice-activated technology personalized by the people who use it.

SYNC understands thousands of voice commands. Tell it to make calls hands-free and play your favorite music. With SYNC Services, get directions and have them given to you turn-by-turn.37, 34 It learns your voice and adapts, making communication simple.

SYNC Technology

Standard on Lincoln vehicles.38 Find out what SYNC can do for you in the 2013 LINCOLN Navigator.

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SYNC Technology

Standard on Lincoln vehicles.38 Find out what SYNC can do for you in the 2014 LINCOLN MKT.

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SYNC Technology

Standard on Lincoln vehicles.38 Find out what SYNC can do for you in the 2013 LINCOLN MKX.

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SYNC Technology

Standard on Lincoln vehicles.38 Find out what SYNC can do for you in the 2013 LINCOLN MKS.

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SYNC Technology

Standard on Lincoln vehicles.38 Find out what SYNC can do for you in the 2013 LINCOLN MKZ.

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SYNC and SYNC with MyLincoln Touch™ Owners

OWNER SERVICES

Register to access features like Vehicle Health Report, personalized traffic alerts, turn-by-turn directions and business search.

SYNC SUPPORT

Find SYNC answers here. Plus, get software upgrades to keep your system completely up-to-date.

SYNC
Features

Tell it to make calls hands-free, play your favorite music, get directions and give them to you turn-by-turn. It adapts to your voice, making communication simple.

Find a movie
theater.

Speaks your language

Intelligent voice recognition that makes it easy to stay connected to the world around you. Discover more of the commands recognized by SYNC.17

Phone
Compability

Availability of some SYNC features vary according to the phone it's paired to. Find out what your smartphone and SYNC can do together.25

 PACKAGES

There are two different SYNC packages. Read on to find out how your phone will work with them.

SYNC with available Voice-Activated Navigation System

Everything the basic system offers,43 plus available voice-activated navigation, color nav screen and enhanced voice-recognition vocabulary.

SYNC® with MyLincoln Touch™

It comes with everything the basic system offers, 43 plus an eight-inch color touch screen and Wi-Fi®42 hotspot.

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Explore SYNC Commands

  • Favorites
  • Stay in Touch
  • Entertainment
  • Driver Assistance
  • Peace of Mind
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  • Our favorite commands

    Intuitive, useful and unexpected. Here are some favorite commands.17

    • I'm hungry.quote

      SYNC will provide a list of nearby restaurants.

      RELATED COMMANDS

      • "Find a grocery store."
      • "Find a pizza parlor."

      Destination:
      gallery.quote

      Get a list of nearby lounges, galleries, venues, casinos and more.

      RELATED COMMANDS

      • "Find a flower shop."
      • "Find a spa."

      Read text
      message.quote

      If an important text from a business contact or family member comes in, SYNC can read it to you.

      RELATED COMMANDS

      • "Reply to text message."
      • "Call work."

    • What's this?quote

      If you’re listening to your MP3 player and can’t remember the name of what’s playing, just ask.

      RELATED COMMANDS

      • "Shuffle."
      • "Repeat track."

      Play artist
      Young Robinson.quote

      When a certain song comes to mind, just tell SYNC you’d like to hear it.

      RELATED COMMANDS

      • "Play author [name]."
      • "Play song [name]."

      Climate
      temperature
      70 degrees.quote

      Get comfortable. With voice commands, you can turn on the AC, defroster and floor fans.23

      RELATED COMMANDS

      • "Defrost on."
      • "Floor on."

    • Destination:
      jewelry.quote

      When you’re looking for the perfect gift, SYNC can help get you to the right place.

      RELATED COMMANDS

      • "Find a clothing store."
      • "Find a shoe store."

      5-day weather
      forecast.quote

      Check the forecast for the long weekend ahead.24

      RELATED COMMANDS

      • "Weather."
      • "Find a clothing store."

      Call wife.quote

      Check in with loved ones or anyone else you have in your phone book.

      RELATED COMMANDS

      • "Call office."
      • "Call boss."

  • Staying In Touch Commands

    Stay in touch with the people and topics that are important to you through simple voice commands. Call family and friends. Listen to text messages and respond. Get movie listings, sports scores and more.

    • My teams'
      scores.quote

      Keep up with all your favorite teams.

      RELATED COMMANDS

      • "My teams' schedule."
      • "Baseball headlines."

      Movie listings.quote

      When you’re in the mood for a movie, the system can locate local theaters, movies and times.

      RELATED COMMANDS

      • "Traffic."
      • "Weather."

      Do not disturb.quote

      If you’d like to avoid interruptions from incoming calls, send them straight to voice mail.

      RELATED COMMANDS

      • "Privacy on."
      • "Turn ringer off."

    • Call voice mail.quote

      You don't have to go out of your way to check your messages.

      RELATED COMMANDS

      • "Messages."
      • "Listen to text message."

      Call Kate.quote

      Connect with the contacts in your phone book with the simplest of commands.

      RELATED COMMANDS

      • "Call Kate on cell."
      • "Call Kate at home."

      Listen to text
      message.quote

      Hear a text message and reply with one of 15 preset responses.

      RELATED COMMANDS

      • "Reply to text message."
      • "Forward text message."

  • Entertainment

    Use your voice to play your favorite music, podcasts and audiobooks.

    • Play similar
      music.quote

      SYNC can assemble a playlist based on what you’re listening to on your MP3 player.

      RELATED COMMANDS

      • "Repeat."
      • "Play next track."

      Play artist
      Young Robinson.quote

      Search your music by artist, album, genre or song.

      RELATED COMMANDS

      • "Browse all podcasts."
      • "Play album [album name]."

      FM 94.7quote

      Tell SYNC the radio station number and it will instantly tune.23

      RELATED COMMANDS

      • "Radio on."
      • "FM autoset."

    • What's this?quote

      If you can’t remember the name of content on your USB flash drive or SD card if equipped, just ask.

      RELATED COMMANDS

      • "Next."
      • "Pause."

      Browse all
      audiobooks.quote

      Find the bestseller that’s been on your list or something to entertain the family.

      RELATED COMMANDS

      • "Play audiobook [name]."
      • "Browse all authors."

      Play genre
      pop/rock.quote

      Or jazz, alternative, classical. You can also play your favorite artist, song or playlist.

      RELATED COMMANDS

      • "Play composer [name]."
      • "Browse all artists."

  • Driver Assistance Commands

    SYNC is always ready to help you get to where you want to be.

    • Find a hotel.quote

      After a long day on the road, have SYNC find a place for you to rest.

      RELATED COMMANDS

      • "Find a spa."
      • "Destination beach."

      Find a parking
      garage.quote

      SYNC can even find parking spaces for you.

      RELATED COMMANDS

      • "Find a parking lot."
      • "Find a gas station."

      Find a historical
      monument.quote

      The paths to them are not always as well marked as you might think.

      RELATED COMMANDS

      • "Find a campground."
      • "Find a museum."

    • Destination:
      beach.quote

      Spare time is precious. Let SYNC help you get to the places you’d like to spend it.

      RELATED COMMANDS

      • "Find a park."
      • "Find a golf course."

      Destination:
      car wash.quote

      Keep your Lincoln vehicle sparkling no matter where you are.

      RELATED COMMANDS

      • "Find a tire store."
      • "Find a detailing shop."

      Find an ATM.quote

      SYNC can locate nearby ATMs, allowing you to stop in without interrupting your trip.

      RELATED COMMANDS

      • "Destination: ATM."
      • "Find a bank."

  • Peace of Mind Commands

    SYNC offers security for you and your passengers. The peace of mind that comes with knowing that in an emergency, you can call for help.

    • Find a hospital.quote

      SYNC can direct you within moments to the closest hospital available.

      RELATED COMMANDS

      • "Destination: drugstore."
      • "Destination: police."

      Find a
      pharmacy.quote

      Should you need your medication on the road, SYNC can help you find where to replace it.

      RELATED COMMANDS

      • "Destination: pharmacy."
      • "Find an urgent care center."

      Call 911.quote

      In the event of an emergency, help is just a few words away. Just put 911 as a contact in your phone book.

      RELATED COMMANDS

      • "Destination: police."
      • "Find a hospital."

    • Defrost on.quote

      Get comfortable using SYNC. Turn on the defroster, floor fans and more with voice commands.23

      RELATED COMMANDS

      • "Climate my temperature."
      • "Floor on."

      Weather.quote

      SYNC can help keep you out of treacherous weather while driving.24

      RELATED COMMANDS

      • "Weather map."
      • "5-day weather forecast."

      Destination:
      nearest
      veterinarian.quote

      SYNC brings an added measure of security to your beloved pets.

      RELATED COMMANDS

      • "Find a vet."
      • "Find a veterinarian."
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Lincoln makes it easy and intuitive to control some of your vehicle’s features. Here’s a sample of the voice commands recognized by SYNC.

  • Favorites

    • "Call wife."
    • "Play artist (name)."
    • "Listen to text message."
    • "I'm hungry."
    • "What's this?"
    • "Find a shoe store."
    • "Climate temperature 70 degrees."
    • "Travel Link."
    • "Destination: ski resort"
    • "Fuel prices."
    • "Find a parking garage."
    • "Destination: nearest Lincoln Dealership."
    • "My teams' schedule."
    • "5-day weather forecast."

  • Stay in Touch

    • "Call Kate."
    • "Listen to text message."
    • "Reply to text message."
    • "Call voice mail."
    • "Do not disturb."
    • "Mute call."
    • "Hold call on."
    • "Turn ringer off."
    • "Privacy on."
    • "Join calls."
    • "Pair phone."
    • "Bluetooth on."

  • Entertainment

    • "What’s this?"
    • "Play artist Young Robinson."
    • "Play."
    • "Play similar music."
    • "Play genre pop/rock."
    • "Play podcast episode 3."
    • "Browse all composers."
    • "Browse all videos."
    • "Browse all audiobooks."
    • "Shuffle."
    • "Repeat folder."
    • "Repeat track."
    • "Radio on."
    • "Tune to FM 94.7."
    • "FM autoset preset (#)."
    • "FM preset (#)."
    • "90s on 9."
    • "Play TV show."
    • "Bluetooth audio."

  • Driver Assistance

    • "Destination: nearest theater."
    • "Destination: nearest caterer."
    • "Destination: nearest organic restaurant."
    • "Destination: nearest soul food restaurant."
    • "Destination: car wash."
    • "Destination: marina."
    • "Destination: nearest rest area."
    • "Destination: tourist attraction."
    • "Find a Hawaiian restaurant."
    • "Find a kosher restaurant."
    • "Find a tapas restaurant."
    • "Destination: home and garden store."
    • "Destination: jewelry."
    • "Destination: sporting goods store."
    • "Destination: amusement park."
    • "Destination: casino."
    • "Find a parking garage."
    • "Find a hotel."
    • "Find a historical monument."
    • "Find a gift shop."
    • "Find an ATM."
    • "Destination: movie theater."
    • "Destination: video and DVD rentals."
    • "Destination: bowling alley."
    • "Destination: parks."
    • "Destination: stadium."
    • "Destination: railway station."
    • "Destination: nearest university."
    • "Destination: nearest Wi-Fi."
    • "Find a post office."
    • "Find a golf course."
    • "Destination: nearest florist."
    • "Destination: nearest beauty salon."
    • "Destination: nearest furniture store."
    • "Find a tailor."
    • "Find a nail salon."
    • "Find a department store."
    • "Destination: home."
    • "Fuel prices."
    • "Sports scores."
    • "My teams schedule."
    • "Movie listings."
    • "Vehicle health."
    • "Repeat instructions."

  • Peace of Mind

    • "Find a hospital."
    • "Find a police station."
    • "Find a fire station."
    • "Find an emergency room."
    • "Find an urgent care center."
    • "Call 911."
    • "Find a pharmacy."
    • "Destination: nearest veterinarian."
    • "Call roadside service."
    • "Find auto parts store."
  • Commands may vary by model year and SYNC® package. Some commands require SYNC Services which are available on most vehicles and may require a subscription. Ford Motor Company reserves the right to change or discontinue this product service at any time without prior notification or incurring any future obligation.
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Base MSRP and base plus package price exclude destination/delivery charge, taxes, title and registration. Optional equipment not included. A, Z and X Plan prices are for qualified customers and exclude document fee, destination/delivery charge taxes, title and registration. Not all vehicles qualify for A, Z or X Plan.
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MPG - EPA estimated base engine/transmission.
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Towing - Properly equipped
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Option prices are based on Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price or A, Z or X Plan price for qualified, eligible customers if applicable and exclude document fee, destination/delivery charge, taxes, title and registration. Not all vehicles qualify for A, Z or X Plan.
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2011 EPA-estimated 41 city/36 highway/39 combined mpg, 17.5-gallon tank. Actual mileage will vary. Excludes diesels.
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EPA-estimated 41 city mpg,17.5-gallon tank. Actual mileage will vary.
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Class is Luxury Midsize Hybrid Sedans vs. 2011 competitors.
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EPA-estimated 19 city/26 hwy/21 combined mpg. FWD. Class is non-diesel luxury midsize crossovers vs 2010/2011 competitors.
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SYNC is available on Lincoln vehicles. Features/functionality vary by vehicle/model. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control. Only use SYNC/MyLincoln Touch/other devices, even with voice commands, when it is safe to do so. Some features may be locked out while the vehicle is in gear. Traffic alerts and turn-by-turn directions available in select markets. Message and data rates may apply. Not all features are compatible with all phones.
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The Bluetooth word mark is a trademark of the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. HD Radio is a proprietary trademark of iBiquity Digital Corp. iTunes is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. All rights reserved.
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Horsepower achieved with premium fuel. EPA-estimated 17 city/25 highway/20 combined mpg.
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The Lincoln MKZ received the lowest number of problems per 100 vehicles among entry premium cars in a tie in the proprietary J.D. Power and Associates 2012 Vehicle Dependability StudySM. Study based on 31,325 consumer responses measuring problems consumers experienced in the past 12 months with three-year old vehicles (2009 model-year cars and trucks). Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of consumers surveyed October-December 2011. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com
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Features/functionality vary by vehicle/model. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control. Only use SYNC/MyLincoln Touch/other devices, even with voice commands, when it is safe to do so. Some features may be locked out while the vehicle is in gear. Traffic alerts and turn-by-turn directions available in select markets. Message and data rates may apply.
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Commands may vary by model year and SYNC configuration.
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The vehicle’s electrical system (including the battery), the wireless service provider’s signal and a connected mobile phone all must be available and operating for 911 Assist to function properly. These systems may become damaged in a crash. The paired mobile phone must be connected to SYNC, and the 911 Assist feature enabled, in order for 911 to be dialed. When the feature is ON, 911 Assist uses your paired and connected mobile phone to dial 911 if your airbag deploys or, on certain vehicles, if the emergency fuel pump shut-off is activated.
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Some features only on vehicles equipped with SYNC and optional Navigation System or SYNC with MyLincoln Touch. Commands may vary by model year.
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Only available when vehicle is in park.
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Command is only available during an active call.
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Subscriptions to all SiriusXM services are sold by SiriusXM after 6-month trial expires. Subscriptions are governed by SiriusXM Customer Agreement; see www.siriusxm.com. Sirius U.S. Satellite Services available in the 48 contiguous U.S.A and D.C. Sirius, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc.
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Only on vehicles equipped with SYNC with MyLincoln Touch.
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Only on vehicles equipped with the available Navigation System with SiriusXM Traffic and SiriusXM Travel Link.
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You must have a Bluetooth®-enabled phone paired to your SYNC system. The Bluetooth word mark is a trademark of the Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
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Includes iPhone® and Blackberry. iPhone is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.
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Most popular media players and file formats are compatible with SYNC. Supported audio formats include MP3, AAC, WMA and WAV. You can also use voice commands to tune to your favorite AM/FM/SiriusXM channels if equipped with SiriusXM Satellite Radio.
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Your mobile phone or media device must support Bluetooth® streaming audio.
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Excludes models with SYNC with MyLincoln Touch.
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SiriusXM Satellite Radio, Traffic and Travel Link subscriptions sold separately or as a package after trial expires. SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link service available in select markets. Subscriptions are governed by SiriusXM Customer Agreement; see www.siriusxm.com. Sirius U.S. Satellite Service available in the 48 contiguous U.S.A. and D.C. Sirius, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc.
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Message and data rates may apply.
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This feature is locked out when the vehicle is in gear. Only available on vehicles equipped with SYNC with MyLincoln Touch.
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Android is a trademark of Google Inc.
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SYNC Services is complimentary for three years on 2011, 2012 and 2013 vehicles. After three years, subscription fees will apply. Ford Motor Company reserves the right to change or discontinue this product service at any time without prior notification or incurring any future obligation.
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Only available in 2012 Lincoln MKZ and 2012 Lincoln Navigator
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iPad®, iPod® and iTunes® are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.
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Features/functionality vary by vehicle/model. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control. Only use SYNC/MyLincoln Touch/other devices, even with voice commands, when it is safe to do so. Some features may be locked out while the vehicle is in gear. Traffic alerts and turn-by-turn directions available in select markets. Message and data rates may apply.
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Not available on Town Car.
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MapQuest is a trademark of AOL, Inc.
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The BlackBerry and RIM families of related marks, images and symbols are the exclusive properties and trademarks of Research In Motion Limited.
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The term Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi alliance.
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Center stack images displayed vary by model selected.
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MKT basic SYNC comes with hands-free calling and voice control of your MP3/USB player features only.
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Vehicles equipped with SYNC with MyLincoln Touch can only watch movies while parked through RCA jacks.
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SYNC Destinations is available to owners of SYNC-equipped vehicles who have registered an active SYNC Services account at SYNC OWNER (syncmyride.com/support).
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PANDORA, the PANDORA logo, and the Pandora trade dress are trademarks or registered trademarks of Pandora Media, Inc. Used with permission.
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iHeartAuto is a registered trademark of Clear Channel Broadcasting, Inc.
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Slacker® is a registered trademark of Slacker®, Inc.
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For Lincoln MKT, SYNC Services is only available when equipped with the optional Navigation System.
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Stitcher Smart Radio is a registered trademark of Stitcher, Inc.
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NPR and the NPR logo are registered trademarks of National Public Radio, Inc. Used with permission.
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SYNC AppLink is available on select models and compatible with select smartphone platforms. Commands may vary by phone and Applink software.
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Unlimited complimentary Operator Assist sessions with paid/complimentary SYNC Services subscription.
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Not all features are compatible with all phones.
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See dealer for complete details. Lincoln reserves the right to change program details at any time without obligations.
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Moonroof required with Preferred equipment group; Additional cost Single-Panel Moonroof or Retractable Panoramic Roof.
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All prices are manufactures suggested retail prices and exclude destination/delivery charge, taxes, title and registration. Optional equipment not included. Prices may not reflect all equipment shown in images. Dealers are the best source for up-to-date pricing.
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