How do I set up Phone As A Key with the Lincoln app?

You can set up Phone As A Key^™* by following the prompts in the Vehicle dashboard in the Lincoln app. Use the steps below to get started.

Phone As A Key Requirements

To use Phone As A Key with your Lincoln app, you must meet the requirements below:

• Phone As A Key is available for your vehicle.
• You have added your vehicle to the Lincoln app.
• Your vehicle's modem is activated.
• Your vehicle's Connectivity Settings are turned on.
• Your mobile device's Bluetooth^® is enabled and running version 4.2 or greater.
• You have a supported mobile device running:
  • iOS^® 16.0 and later.
  • Android^™ 8.0 and later.
• Facial recognition, fingerprint recognition, or a passcode is set up on your mobile device. 

Setting up Phone As A Key

1. Log in to the Lincoln app.
2. Select the vehicle for which you want to remove Phone As A Key. 
   
   Note: If you only have one vehicle in your Garage, it will be automatically be selected.
    
3. Tap Make this phone a key at the top of the app screen.
4. Select Pair Device. 
   
   Note: A prompt for Bluetooth access may appear, depending on your phone's manufacturer.
   • Tap Allow to continue Phone As A Key setup.
   • If you select Deny, the setup process will end, and you will not be able to use Phone As A Key.
      
5. Tap Pair device to continue. The key download will begin.
   
   Note: If you tap Don't Allow, the setup process will end. 
    
6. Follow the remaining prompts to complete your Phone As A Key setup.

If you experience any issues resetting your Phone As A Key, contact the Lincoln Client Relationship Center at 1-800-387-9333 or select Chat Now on the Contact Us page of lincolncanada.com.

Additional Information

How do I add a vehicle to the Lincoln app?
How do I activate my Lincoln vehicle's modem using the Lincoln app?
How do I contact the Lincoln app support?

^*Available on select vehicles. Requires feature activation. Not compatible with all smartphones.

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