2018 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL steering wheel

Automatically Steering into a ParallelParking Space
When you shift into reverse (R), with yourhands off the steering wheel and nothingobstructing its movement, your vehicle steersitself into the space. The system displaysinstructions to move your vehicle backwardand forward in the space.
Note:If the vehicle speed exceedsapproximately 6 mph (9 km/h), you interruptthe maneuver, or the system switches off,you must take full control of your vehicle.
Note:If the system detects an object is veryclose to your vehicle and it may be unsafeto continue the maneuver, it may instruct youto stop your vehicle. The system may notprovide any further instruction. Steeringassistance continues to operate but youmust decide if it is safe to continue themaneuver.
When you believe your vehicle is correctlyparked, or a solid tone sounds and aninformation message appears, bring yourvehicle to a complete stop.
When the Active Park Assist maneuver iscomplete, a tone sounds and an informationmessage appears.
Note:You are responsible for checking howyour vehicle is parked and making anynecessary corrections before leaving yourvehicle.
Deactivating Active Park Assist
You can manually deactivate the system by:
•Pressing the Active Park Assist buttonduring an active maneuver.
•Grabbing the steering wheel during anactive maneuver.
•Driving above 22 mph (35 km/h) for 30seconds when searching for a parkingspace.
•Driving above 31 mph (50 km/h).
•Driving above 6 mph (9 km/h) during anactive maneuver.
•Switching the traction control system off.
Certain vehicle conditions may alsodeactivate the system, for example:
•The traction control system activates orfails.
•The anti-lock brake system activates orfails.
If the system malfunctions, a messageappears and a tone sounds. Have yourvehicle checked as soon as possible.
Perpendicular Parking
The system detects available perpendicularparking spaces and steers your vehicle intothe space. You control the accelerator,gearshift and brakes. The system visuallyand audibly guides you into a perpendicularparking space.
Press the button twice to searchfor a parking space.
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When the vehicle speed is less than 19 mph(30 km/h), the system scans both sides ofyour vehicle for an available parking space.A message and a graphic appear in theinformation display to indicate the system issearching for a parking space. Use thedirection indicator lever to search for aparking space on the driver or passengerside of your vehicle.
Note:The system scans both sides of yourvehicle and offers parking spaces one sideat a time if you do not use the directionindicator.
Note:The system defaults to the passengerside if you do not use the direction indicator.
Drive your vehicle approximately 3 ft (1 m)and perpendicular to the other parkedvehicles when searching for a parking space.
Note:If you drive your vehicle less than 2 ft(0.5 m) or greater than 5 ft (1.5 m) away fromother parked vehicles, the system may notbe able to detect an available parkingspace.
When the system detects a suitable space,a message displays and a tone sounds. Stopyour vehicle and follow the onscreeninstructions. If your vehicle is moving veryslowly, you may have to move forward ashort distance before the system is ready topark.
Note:You must observe that the space thesystem selects remains clear of obstructionsat all times during the maneuver.
Note:The system always offers the lastdetected parking space. For example, if yourvehicle detects multiple spaces when youare driving, it offers the last one.
Note:If the vehicle speed is greater thanapproximately 19 mph (30 km/h), the systemshows a message to instruct you to reducethe vehicle speed.
Automatically Steering into a PerpendicularParking Space
When you shift into reverse (R), with yourhands off the steering wheel and nothingobstructing its movement, your vehicle steersitself into the space. The system displaysinstructions to move your vehicle backwardand forward in the space.
Note:If the vehicle speed exceedsapproximately 6 mph (9 km/h), you interruptthe maneuver, or the system switches off,you must take full control of your vehicle.
Note:If the system detects an object is veryclose to your vehicle and it may be unsafeto continue the maneuver, it may instruct youto stop your vehicle. The system may notprovide any further instruction. Steeringassistance continues to operate but youmust decide if it is safe to continue themaneuver.
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When you believe your vehicle is correctlyparked, or a solid tone sounds and aninformation message appears, bring yourvehicle to a complete stop.
When the active park assist maneuver iscomplete, a tone sounds and a messageappears.
Note:You are responsible for checking howyour vehicle is parked and making anynecessary corrections before leaving yourvehicle.
Deactivating Active Park Assist
You can manually deactivate the system by:
•Pressing the Active Park Assist buttonduring an active maneuver.
•Grabbing the steering wheel during anactive maneuver.
•Driving above 19 mph (30 km/h) for 30seconds when searching for a parkingspace.
•Driving above 31 mph (50 km/h).
•Driving above 6 mph (9 km/h) during anactive maneuver.
•Switching the traction control system off.
Certain vehicle conditions may alsodeactivate the system, for example:
•The traction control system activates orfails.
•The anti-lock brake system activates orfails.
If the system malfunctions, a messageappears and a tone sounds. Have yourvehicle checked as soon as possible.
Parallel Park Out Assist
The system steers your vehicle out of aparallel parking space. You control theaccelerator, gearshift and brakes. The systemvisually and audibly guides you out of aparallel parking space.
Note:This system is not intended to assistwhen exiting a perpendicular parking space.
Press the button once when yourvehicle is stationary in a parallelparking space.
Note:If you did not use active park assist toparallel park your vehicle, pressing thebutton once selects parallel park. You mustuse the information display to select parkout assist.
The system displays a message instructingyou to switch a direction indicator on. Usethe direction indicator to select which sideof your vehicle you want to exit the parkingspace. The system displays instructions tomove your vehicle backward and forward inthe space.
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Active guidelinesA
CenterlineB
Fixed guideline: Green zoneC
Fixed guideline: Yellow zoneD
Fixed guideline: Red zoneE
Rear bumperF
Active guidelines are only shown with fixedguidelines. To use active guidelines, turnthe steering wheel to point the guidelinestoward an intended path. If you change thesteering wheel position while reversing, yourvehicle might deviate from the originalintended path.
The fixed and active guidelines fade in andout depending on the steering wheelposition. The active guidelines do notdisplay when the steering wheel position isstraight.
Always use caution while reversing. Objectsin the red zone are closest to your vehicleand objects in the green zone are fartheraway. Objects are getting closer to yourvehicle as they move from the green zoneto the yellow or red zones. Use the side viewmirrors and rear view mirror to get bettercoverage on both sides and rear of thevehicle.
Camera System Settings
You can access the rear view camera systemsettings through the display screen. SeeSettings (page 480).
Enhanced Park Aids or Park Pilot
Selectable settings for this feature are onand off.
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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
Cruise control lets you maintain a set speedwithout keeping your foot on the acceleratorpedal. You can use cruise control when yourvehicle speed is greater than 20 mph(30 km/h).
USING CRUISE CONTROL (If Equipped)
WARNING: Do not use cruise controlon winding roads, in heavy traffic or whenthe road surface is slippery. This could resultin loss of vehicle control, serious injury ordeath.
WARNING: When you are goingdownhill, your vehicle speed could increaseabove the set speed. The system does notapply the brakes.
Note:Cruise control disengages if thevehicle speed decreases more than 10 mph(16 km/h) below the set speed when drivinguphill.
The cruise controls are on the steeringwheel.
Switching Cruise Control On
Press ON.
The indicator appears in theinformation display.
Setting the Cruise Speed
1. Drive to desired speed.
2. Press SET+ or SET-.
3.Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
Note:The indicator changes color.
Changing the Set Speed
Note: If you accelerate by pressing theaccelerator pedal, the set speed will notchange. When you release the acceleratorpedal, your vehicle returns to the speed thatyou previously set.
•Press SET+ or SET- to change the setspeed in small increments.
•Press the accelerator or brake pedal untilyou reach the desired speed. Press SET+or SET-.
•Press and hold SET+ or SET-. Releasethe control when you reach the desiredspeed.
Canceling the Set Speed
Press CAN or tap the brake pedal. The setspeed does not erase.
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The adaptive cruise controls are on thesteering wheel.
Switching Adaptive Cruise Control On
Press ON.
The indicator, current gap settingand set speed appear in theinformation display.
Setting the Adaptive Cruise Speed
Note:When adaptive cruise control is active,the speedometer may vary slightly from theset speed displayed in the informationdisplay.
1. Drive to desired speed.
2. Press SET-.
3. A green indicator light, the current gapsetting and your set speed appear in theinformation display.
4.Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
5.A vehicle image illuminates if the systemdetects a vehicle in front of you.
Setting the Adaptive Cruise SpeedWhen Your Vehicle is Stationary
1. Follow a vehicle to a complete stop.
2. Keep the brake pedal fully pressed.
3. Press RES+.
4. The set speed adjusts to 20 mph(30 km/h).
5. A green indicator light, the current gapsetting and your set speed appear in theinformation display.
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Using Driver Alert
Switching the system on and off
You may switch the system on or off throughthe information display. See GeneralInformation (page 115). When activated, thesystem will monitor your alertness levelbased upon your driving behavior in relationto the lane markings and other factors.
System Warnings
Note:The system will not issue warningsbelow approximately 40 mph (64 km/h).
The warning system is in two stages. At firstthe system issues a temporary warning thatyou need to take a rest. This message willonly appear for a short time. If the systemdetects further reduction in driving alertness,another warning may be issued which willremain in the information display for a longertime. Press OK on the steering wheel controlto clear the warning
System Display
When active the system will run automaticallyin the background and only issue a warningif required.
Resetting the System
You can reset the system by either:
•Switching the ignition off and on.
•Stopping the vehicle and then openingand closing the driver’s door.
LANE KEEPING SYSTEM (If Equipped)
WARNING: You are responsible forcontrolling your vehicle at all times. Thesystem is designed to be an aid and doesnot relieve you of your responsibility to drivewith due care and attention. Failure to followthis instruction could result in the loss ofcontrol of your vehicle, personal injury ordeath.
WARNING: Always drive with due careand attention when using and operating thecontrols and features on your vehicle.
WARNING: In cold and severe weatherconditions the system may not function. Rain,snow and spray can all limit sensorperformance.
WARNING: The system will not operateif the sensor cannot track the road lanemarkings.
WARNING: The sensor may incorrectlytrack lane markings as other structures orobjects. This can result in a false or missedwarning.
WARNING: The system may notoperate properly if the sensor is blocked.Keep the windshield free from obstruction.
WARNING: If damage occurs in theimmediate area surrounding the sensor, haveyour vehicle checked as soon as possible.
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WARNING: The system may notcorrectly operate if your vehicle is fitted witha suspension kit not approved by us.
Note:The system works as long as thecamera can detect one lane marking.
Note:When aid or alert and aid modes areselected and the system detects no steeringactivity for a short period, the system alertsyou to put your hands on the steering wheel.The system may detect a light grip or touchon the steering wheel as hands off driving.
Note:The system may not function with ablocked camera, or a damaged or dirtywindshield. The system does not function ifthe operational speed of the vehicle is lessthan 40 mph (64 km/h).
When you switch the system on and itdetects an unintentional drift out of your laneis likely to occur, the system notifies orassists you to stay in your lane through thesteering system and information display. InAlert mode, the system provides a warningby vibrating the steering wheel. In Aid mode,the system provides steering assistance bygently counter steering your vehicle backinto the lane.
When the system is functioning in thecombined Alert and Aid mode, the systemfirst provides steering assistance by gentlycounter steering your vehicle back into thelane, followed by a warning by vibrating thesteering wheel if the vehicle is still out of thelane marking.
Switching the System On and Off
Note:The system on or off setting is storeduntil it is manually changed unless a MyKeyis detected. If the system detects a MyKeyit defaults to on and the mode is set to Alert.
Press the button on the direction indicatorstalk to switch the system on or off.
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