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Your vehicle is outfitted with a range of different warning and indicator lights. These are designed to help you maintain its performance and safety. By illuminating, these lights warn you of issues that could potentially cause problems with your Ford or Lincoln. Warning Lights If any of the following lights illuminate, it is a warning that something is amiss with your vehicle. You should make arrangements to have it checked by a qualified technician as soon as possible. Charge: If the image of a car battery illuminates while the engine is running, this indicates that the charge system is not fully functional. Turn the car off and check the generator belt. Antilock Brakes: The antilock brake system is indicated by the letters "ABS" that illuminate when you turn the car on. This light should go off after a few seconds. If it doesn't, there could be an issue with your braking system. Power Steering: The power steering system is indicated that it is working by the letters "PS" that light up when you start your vehicle. If this warning light illuminates as you're driving, however, you should take the car to have its power steering system checked. Low Tire Pressure: A circle that is flattened and that has an exclamation point inside is an indication to you that your tire pressure is low. It's important to realize that though this light illuminates when you start your car, it should go off shortly afterward. Seatbelt: This warning light is the image of a person wearing a seat belt and is a reminder for everyone to buckle up. It might also be accompanied by a tone or chime as a reminder as well. Brake: This indicator features the word "BRAKE" and tells you that your brake fluid is low or that the parking brake is engaged. In some models, the indicator could be an exclamation point inside a circle that is then inside a set of parenthesis instead of the word "BRAKE." Supplemental AIrbag: Once you turn on your vehicle, an indicator light that has a person who is seated with a seatbelt and circular airbag will be illuminated for about seven seconds. If you see this indicator on for any longer than that, though, it is a sign that some type of service is necessary. Master: This indicator light comprises an exclamation point that is located inside a triangle. There are several different reasons this could light up including a loose fuel cap, your door or trunk is open, the fuel is low, the key is absent, the windshield washer fluid is low, the tire pressure needs to be checked or your parking brake needs to be released. These warning and indicator lights might be confusing and worrisome. If you have any questions about any of the lights you see on the dash of your Ford or Lincoln or if your vehicle needs servicing, Ford Lincoln of Franklin is ready to help.

We are proud to announce that Ford Lincoln of Franklin has been awarded the 2016 Ford Motor Company President’s Award! We are proud of this accolade and will continue to serve our customers and community the best that we can. What is the Ford President's Award? The Ford President’s Award is given to dealers that show the highest level of customer service, satisfaction, and overall experience. As well the President’s Award is only given to 340 dealers across the nation from some 5,000+ Ford dealers. Ford Lincoln of Franklin was also 1 of 5 dealers to win this prestigious award in Tennessee! more Come In Today And Experience Award Winning Service If you really want to see what it takes to win the President's Award than come in today and let us help you with your next vehicle! Whether you want to have a hassle-free test drive or just a few questions you would like answered, out team is here for you. And with a award winning staff and New, Pre-Owned, and Certifed Pre-Owned inventory we are sure to find you a vehicle that best suits you and your families needs and budget.

Performance enthusiasts from coast to coast have been watching with wanting eyes their cousins across the pond rally around in the Ford Focus RS. Punchy, sure footed, and just tons of fun, the RS was only an object of admiration and maybe even some downright lustful feelings for drivers here in the states. more That’s all about to change. At the North American Auto Show in Detroit this past winter, Ford execs made it official that the pumped up Focus RS was destined for showrooms in America sometime around late 2016. This little hot-hatch looks to be a little monster with AWD and a Turbo 4 cranking out over 300hp through a tight shifting six-speed manual transmission. It’s hard not to get excited about the possibilities. Features Set up with some beefed up suspension components and channeling what looks like will be in excess of 320hp through an AWD powertrain, the RS looks like it’ll scream on the straight line and tear up cornering. Coupled with Ford’s Launch-control system that will let you dial in aggressiveness, and with a snappy 6-speed manual with a tight pattern and positive feel, driving this car will be like strapping into an F-16 and popping off the end of the runway in a full power vertical. And because it’s not set to compete with its legendary cousin the Mustang, the engineers have been given the go-ahead to pull out all the stops. So we’re thinking it’s only going to get better with age. Performance is the key design consideration here Sway bars front and rear are performance-refined spring rated that come together with unique two-mode shocks for a firm setting body and a minimum of pitch and yaw. Electric-assist power steering has been tuned to give you the maximum in responsiveness while at the same time reducing the amount of understeer. Launch-control, working with some advanced driveline control systems, manage acceleration profiles and deliver maximum traction to the road. From raw and aggressive to a little subdued, you can select how the car pops off the line. Other key elements include a rear diffuser, front and rear spoilers, and a large frontal opening that allows form maximum engine cooling air-flow. The body has been aerodynamically balanced to create an optimum-high-speed driving zero-lift-envelope. Turbo-charged goodness The power-plant starts with a 2.3L four with turbo-charged aspiration and is tuned to deliver in excess of 315hp. The six-speed manual transmission is coupled to the wheels through an advanced AWD drive system. The AWD includes a torque vectoring system that maximizes traction and helps the EPS minimize understeer. Goodies galore Inside the cabin leather covered Recaro® sport seats show off the RS themed design with enhanced stitching, and a race inspired flat bottom steering wheel sits in the console surrounded by a slew of instrumentation reporting boost pressure, oil temperature, and oil pressure to the driver. The RS logo carries throughout the interior with floor mats, steering wheel, and door scuff plates all badged with a prominent RS banner. Stay in touch for the showroom arrival of the Ford Focus RS at Ford Lincoln of Franklin We’ve been pondering the Focus RS for a while now, and we’re really thrilled this car is finally hitting the American shores. What makes it even more special for us is that it isn’t just an American car, it’s a global car. One that’s made a name for itself around the world. Kudos for that for sure. Ford Lincoln of Franklin is truly pumped up to be bringing this car to central Tennessee. There’s no doubt it’s going to be a blast to drive and we’d like to get everyone who wants one behind the wheel as soon as they come in. Come on by and find out more about the Ford Focus RS coming to Tennessee, and keep in touch with our team for all the details. We’re easy to get to at 1129 Murfreesboro Road here in Franklin, or give us a call at 615-800-6500 right now to get the latest.

There are times that a full size truck is just a bit too much. Somewhere between needing to haul tons of tools and cargo for work and having a trunk that’s really not much more than a place for the groceries, there’s a gap. That gap is filled with a small to mid-sized pickup truck. Handy, tight, and with full body on frame design, these little trucks are great toy haulers and around the house utility workhorses. more For a long time the small and mid-size truck market here in the states has been dominated by foreign competition. It wasn’t always that way. Once upon a time we had quite a few choices including a really cool Ford called the Ford Ranger. Well, once again, the American small truck market cup runneth over and the mid-size Ford Ranger is again on the production books for a global launch. Kind of. Roomier design with a crew cab feature Unlike the old Ford Ranger, the new design is bumping up a notch in size and is intended to be marketed as a mid-size truck. With that, this little workhorse is bringing some fresh design ideas to the foray with a roomy crew-cab design that promises to house piles of high tech goodies. Capitalizing on the time honored, tried and true design, the truck is a solid body on full frame design that’s sure to deliver the legendary tough truck capacity Ford is known round the world for. Topping off the body boldness is a smart style featuring a handsome hex grille up front. It’s a smart looking truck that’s feature rich and looks to be a boon for the small truck consumer. Powertrain options There are going to be three engine offers on the global model, and as usual, we should expect some powertrain tweaks if and when the truck hits the American market. As it sits there is a 3.2L diesel 5 cylinder slated to deliver a handy 347lb-ft torque to the wheels as well as a 4 cylinder 2.2L diesel and a 2.5L inline 4 gasoline engine. Driveline configurations are expected to be 2x2 and 4x4 with the 4x4 utilizing an electronically controlled transfer case. Tech Among the electronic goodies the truck displayed at its debut at the Bangkok auto show, the truck features the now industry expected lane keep assist, adaptive radar cruise control, and the standard compliment of gadget connectivity like Bluetooth. We can only speculate at this point, but it’s pretty certain that if the truck makes it to the American shores the latest version of MySync technology will also sit in the trucks dash mounted control center. Availability There are 180 global markets that expect to see the newly designed Ranger, unfortunately America isn’t one of them. But with the recent GM flavors of mid-size trucks in the Canyon and Colorado it could be that Ford is taking a wait and see attitude on sales numbers from GM before they release the Ranger to the states. While we can’t promise anything, we can certainly hope that one day the Ford Ranger will find its way to our showroom floor.

Top Ten Reasons to Choose Ford There have been a lot of ups and downs over the years for Ford, but today the Ford lineup is all about quality. We're proud to represent amazing quality, value and selection, and we want you to know that owning a Ford is a valuable experience. Here are ten reasons we think that owning a Ford makes so much sense. more Unbeatable Value Who has the best SUV under $25,000 according to Kelley Blue Book? Ford. You get plenty of bang for your buck with the entire lineup of Ford cars, SUVs and trucks. There's a competitive edge around Ford, and in every vehicle segment, Ford is among the group that's leading the way in value. Owner Loyalty Year after year, people come back to Ford. Why? Because they recognize the quality, value, and efficiency of the Ford line of vehicles. Polk research says it's because Ford continually puts customers first when it comes to design, quality, and value. The results are in, and plenty of people agree, being loyal to Ford has its perks. Really Cool Cars Designs like the 2013 Ford Fusion and the 2013 Ford Focus are beating out the competitors in terms of their styling. The energized designs look as good as they move, and at every turn, they deliver up excitement and fun. It's been a long time since cars were just fun to drive, but Ford is bringing back the excitement. Best List of Sedans Ford gets high marks from Kelley Blue Book when it comes to the best sedans on the road. Cars like the Fusion are turning heads and making the critics take notice of its styling, well appointed interior, and efficiency. Ford is going beyond the basic vanilla flavoring of most sedans in the full size segment and offering up a zesty design that's sure to please even the most discriminating taste. Green Engineering Ford Focus is just one example of how Ford is leading the field in green thinking. In Focus, you get the options to selected green friendly interior components, and you can couple that with a environmentally healthy Eco-Boost® drive train, or go full out and opt into a hybrid or electric driveline. And it doesn't stop there. Just look at the other amazing vehicles in our new Ford lineup. All the Ford cars and trucks have green thinking in the design as Ford engineers search for new ways to green up their cars and provide you with a capable driving machine. Top Ranked Midsize Cars Ford could get by with looks alone, but according to Kelley Blue Book, they go a bit further. Ford 2013 Fusion is setting not only style standards, but it's also turning heads as one of KBB's best midsize sedans. The Fusion digs deep into design and engineering that powers up its performance not only as a fully rationalized midsize sedan, but also one that performs. Among the leaders in its segment, the Fusion promises a quality ownership experience. Sizzling Style Ford's pumped up a lot of style over the years, lines like Aston-Martin come to mind when you see the European influence in the Fusion and the Focus. And that's all well and good. The design studios at Ford have really raised the bar in looks and appeal, and competitors are trying to follow. The bold, sharp lines that define the F-150, the Fusion, and the Focus are cutting out a new niche in attractive styling. Top Family Cars If it seems to be a chore getting the family around in your sedan or SUV, then maybe you need to rethink your drive choice. KBB says that Ford is putting out some of the best family oriented vehicles there is. With exciting entries like the Explorer, the Fusion, the Flex, and the Expedition, Ford is pumping up the family ride like no other car maker. Fun, fashionable, and full of flair, the family ride is getting a redesign in the studios at Ford. Quality Cost of Ownership There's more money to consider than just the initial purchase of a new vehicle. There's insurance, fuel, and maintenance. It all adds up over time, and Ford is no stranger to helping you manage your bottom line. When you think about your finances, and how a vehicle figures in, make sure you consider what Ford has to offer. Every vehicle is designed with an eye towards your bottom line. Best Car for Harsh Weather Bad weather driving isn't something you think about until you're in some bad weather. And then you hope that you've got the right vehicle for the job. Safety features like AdvanceTrac® stability control and Torque Vectoring control are designed to keep you safe in all driving conditions. That's why KBB says Ford has some of the best equipment available for handling harsh driving conditions. Bottom line Ford is rethinking the way cars and trucks are made. And that means that you're getting the benefit of years of design and manufacturing experience. For a long time, Ford has had a better idea, but lately, they've taken those ideas to new levels. When it's time to make a choice, make a Ford your favorite.

Down on Music Row in Nashville the low roar of history is a constant companion. And in those Honky-Tonks and bistros, the heart of Nashville unfolds. And like the powerful past that drives much of the Nashville metro region from the Lebanon Cedars to the Franklin battlefield, the 2015 Ford Mustang is carrying on a powerful tradition of machinery and muscle that is distinctly American, and unmistakably Tennessee. Proud, feisty, and packing plenty of punch, the 2015 Mustang is the stylized image of the American movement. With bold lines, distinctive grillwork, and flat out sex appeal, the 2015 Mustang sets its sites on satisfying your deepest carnal urge to perform and look damn good doing it. For 50 years, Mustang has been THE American classic. more Commence burnouts The Ford Mustang GT makes no apologies for shredding any set of tires you put on it, but the 2015 Ford Mustang GT is taking that to a whole new level. The all-new 2015 edition is getting standard electronic line lock as part of the TrackApps suite. Adding that to features like launch control, acceleration times, and accelerometers and this things a barn burner. Battles between engineering and legal must have been heated to get this stuff into production, and apparently engineering won. So when you plop your butt behind the wheel this year, you can get that rebel yell a whole new meaning. A cockpit that just feels right in your hands The 2015 Ford Mustang strikes a balance between analog dials and digital readouts. Looking to harness a blend of retro and forward thinking tech, the cockpit sets itself up for the dynamic driving experience it delivers. You feel like you’re behind the wheel of real thing when you sit down, and the engineers at ford pulled it all together with an all new design and layout. It’s a pretty impressive feel and it gives you a solid match between driver and machine. It’s definitely a dynamic driving experience. Technology that means something Everybody’s got some sort of technology package that they plop in a platform and send up the flagpole, but it’s the same stuff mostly. But the 2015 Ford Mustang is taking the tech approach a little further: Every feature the Mustang offers you is there to enhance your driving experience. From intelligent access and SYNC to the available BLIS® with cross-traffic alert that uses pretty cool radar tech to warn you of cars on either side, the 2015 Mustang tech package delivers. It’s a great step in the right direction, and the systems offer you up technology that’s more than just for technology’s sake. Drop the top for a real in your face feel The 2015 Mustang convertible is designed form the bottom up to be a convertible, and that makes it a bit more special than a coupe with the top cut off. Performance in getting the top down has been improved so that getting the wind in your hair takes about half the time of previous models. And in case you’re wondering, the same genetic material that makes up the fastback is in the convertible. Look, there’s nothing like hitting the road in a drop top, and when that drop top is the 2015 Mustang, you’ve got some serious shaking goin on. A 2015 Ford Mustang from Ford Lincoln of Franklin So here’s the deal. You know you’ve got an itch that needs scratching from time to time. The desire to slip behind the wheel of something that just cries out to be thrown around by the scruff of the neck, something that doesn’t mix up the desire for raw appeal with the compromise of conformity. That’s the 2015 Ford Mustang. And from the hot streets of Nashville to the burning blacktop of the Franklin countryside, Mustang will get your juices flowing. Punch it up and push it forward. And when you’re ready, stop in here at Ford Lincoln of Franklin and we’ll help pile on the sauce with the hot 2015 Ford Mustang.