What are Phone As A Key™* Passive Key Controls?

Passive Key Controls allow you to access your vehicle by being near it. In order to utilize passive functions, you must:

  • Be logged in to the Lincoln Way®** App.
  • Have the App running in the background of your smartphone.
  • Activate a Phone as a Key device.
  • Be within two meters of the connected vehicle.
  • Have the activated Phone as a Key device with you.
  • Have Bluetooth version 4.2.

Additional Information

How Do I Use Phone as a Key?
How Do I Set Up Phone as a Key in Lincoln Way?
How do I remove Phone As A Key devices from my vehicle?


*Available on select vehicles. Requires feature activation. Not compatible with all mobile phones.

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