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How do I lock and unlock my Lincoln vehicle remotely?

You can use the Lincoln Way® App,* your smartwatch, or your key fob to lock and unlock your vehicle remotely. See the instructions below for more details. 

Important: 

  • The Lincoln Way App Remote Commands are not substitutes for having your key fob on hand. You should not leave your key fob at home or inside your vehicle.
  • Your vehicle still requires the presence of a key to put it in drive (D).

Remote lock/unlock is not a standard feature for all vehicles. The following conditions must be met:

Locking or Unlocking Your Vehicle in the Lincoln Way App

For more details on how to lock or unlock your vehicle, select from the drop-down options below.

Using the Lincoln Way App

  1. Open the Lincoln Way App.
  2. Go to the Vehicle screen. 
  3. Tap the Lock or Unlock icon. 

The request will load, your vehicle status will change, and for the:

  • Lincoln Way App 5.X: A green check mark will appear on the icon you selected.
  • Lincoln Way App 4.X: A blue check mark will appear on the icon you selected.

If you need further assistance, contact a Lincoln Concierge at 1-800-521-4140, or by selecting Live Chat at the bottom right of lincoln.com/support.

Note: Lincoln Concierge does not have access to your remote commands. They are unable to unlock, lock, or control your vehicle.

Using Your Apple®Watch

  1. Open the Lincoln Way App on your watch screen.
  2. Select your vehicle. 
  3. Scroll down to the second screen.
  4. Press the Lock or Unlock icon.

Once the command is successful, a green check will replace the icon. 

If you need further assistance, contact a Lincoln Concierge at 1-800-521-4140, or by selecting Live Chat at the bottom right of lincoln.com/support.

Note: Lincoln Concierge does not have access to your remote commands. They are unable to unlock, lock, or control your vehicle.

Using Your Android®Smartwatch

  1. Open the Lincoln Way App on your smartwatch screen.
  2. Select your vehicle. 
  3. Swipe left to the second screen.
  4. Press the Lock or Unlock icon.

Once the command is successful, a green check will replace the icon. 

If you need further assistance, contact a Lincoln Concierge at 1-800-521-4140, or by selecting Live Chat at the bottom right of lincoln.com/support.

Note:  Lincoln Concierge does not have access to your remote commands. They are unable to unlock, lock, or control your vehicle.

Using Your Key Fob

Select the lock or unlock button on your key fob.

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*Lincoln Way® App, compatible with select smartphone platforms, is available via a download. Message and data rates may apply.

**Lincoln Connect®, the Lincoln Way® App., and complimentary Connected Service are required for remote features (See Lincoln Way Terms for details). Connected service and features depend on compatible AT&T network availability. Evolving technology/cellular networks/vehicle capability may limit functionality and prevent operation of connected features. Connected service excludes Wi-Fi® hotspot.

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Android is a trademark of Google LLC.