What is Phone As A Key for my Lincoln vehicle?
Phone As A Key™* allows you to use your mobile device as a key fob with the Lincoln Way™** App and set up a maximum of four keys per vehicle.
Important: It is recommended to always have your key fob present when using Phone As A Key.
Phone As A Key Controls
In addition to your Remote Commands, you can also control the following:
- Roll windows up and down
- Open and close the trunk or liftgate
- Horn and lights
- Start and drive your vehicle
Phone As A Key Requirements
To use Phone As A Key, you must have:
- The Lincoln Way App installed and running on your device with an active account.
Note: Ensure your Lincoln Way App version is up to date.
- Lincoln Way Connect®† and Phone As A Key activated prior to the first use of Phone As A Key.
- Your Vehicle Connectivity Settings are enabled.
- Facial recognition, fingerprint recognition, or a passcode is set up on your mobile device.
- You have a supported mobile device running:
- iOS® 16.0 and newer
- Android™ 8.0 and newer
- Bluetooth® Low Energy (BLE) version 4.2 or newer on your device.
- Bluetooth turned on at all times for correct operation.
- Your Bluetooth-enabled device within 130 feet (40 meters) to authorize for use.
Additional Information
Is my vehicle equipped with Lincoln Connect?
How do I activate the Lincoln Connect modem in my vehicle?
How do I set up Phone As A Key?
How do I program a personal Keyless Entry code?
*Available on select vehicles. Requires feature activation. Not compatible with all smartphones.
**The Lincoln Way™ App, compatible with select smartphone platforms, is available via a download. Message and data rates may apply.
†Lincoln Way Connect® (optional on select vehicles), the Lincoln Way™ App, and Complimentary Connected Service are required for remote features (see Lincoln Way Terms and Conditions for details). Connected Service and features depend on compatible Bell network availability. Evolving technology/cellular networks/vehicle capability may limit functionality and prevent the operation of connected features. Connected Service excludes Wi-Fi® Hotspot.
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