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HOMESERVICE MANUALSLINCOLN2011MKZ FWD V6-3.5LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISACCESSORIES AND OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTVOICE ACTIVATION SYSTEMVOICE ACTIVATION MICROPHONESERVICE AND REPAIR
2011 Lincoln MKZ FWD V6-3.5L
Voice Activation Microphone: Service and Repair
2011 Lincoln MKZ FWD V6-3.5LSECTION Service and Repair
Microphone
Removal
NOTE: If the microphone is removed from the headliner, a new microphone must be installed.
1. Using a suitable tool, (such as a thin small flat head screwdriver) twist and pry the microphone bezel from the headliner metal mounting bracket.
2. Remove the microphone from the headliner by grasping the microphone pigtail.
- Disconnect the microphone electrical connector.
Installation
1. Reconnect the microphone electrical connector.
2. Wrap the connection with anti-rattle tape.
3. Feed the microphone pigtail into the headliner through the microphone hole.
- Verify the microphone pigtail points towards the front of the vehicle.
4. Snap the microphone into the headliner mounting bracket.
- Verify the mounting bracket and microphone are snug to the headliner.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.