2018 LINCOLN NAVIGATOR Owners Manual

Changing the drive mode automaticallychanges the functionality of the followingsystems:
•Electronically power-assisted steeringsystem adjusts steering effort and feelbased on the mode you select. SeeSteering (page 280).
•Electronic stability control and tractioncontrol maintain your vehicle control inadverse conditions or high performancedriving. See Stability Control (page 233).
•Electronic throttle control enhances thepowertrain response to your inputs.
•Transmission controls optimize with shiftschedules tuned to each mode.
•Driveline settings optimize for eachmode.
Using the System
The system automatically tailors your vehicleconfiguration for each mode you select.
To change the drive mode setting, use thedrive mode selector on the center console.
Note:Mode changes are not available whenthe vehicle ignition is off or when the engineis not running.
•NORMAL – For everyday driving. Thismode is a perfect balance of excitement,comfort and convenience.
•EXCITE – For aggressive on-road driving.This mode increases throttle response,provides a sportier steering feel, alongwith quicker shifting. The suspensionstiffens, with an emphasis on handlingand control. The transmission also holdsgears longer, helping your vehicleaccelerate faster when shifting gears.
•CONSERVE – Enables efficient andresponsible driving. It helps delivermaximum fuel efficiency and increasesdriving range.
•NORMAL 4A – For general on-roaddriving. Use this mode on normal firmsurfaces such as dry or wet pavementand hard packed dirt or gravel roads.Delivers power to all four wheels, asrequired.
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•SLIPPERY – For less than ideal roadconditions, such as snow or ice coveredroads. Slippery mode inspires confidencewithout taking away from drivingpleasure. Slippery mode lowers throttleresponse and optimizes shifting forslippery surfaces.
•DEEP CONDITIONS – Used for crossingterrain that has deformable deep, ruttedsurfaces such as mud, deep snow ordeep sand. Do not use on dry, hardsurfaced roads.
•SLOW CLIMB – Used when you needextra power, such as when climbingsteep grades, going through deep sandor pulling a boat out of a launch ramp.Do not use on dry, hard surfaced roads.
Note:Not all settings may be available.
Note:The system has diagnostic checks thatcontinuously monitor the system for properoperation. Certain drive modes are notavailable based on gear shifter position. Ifa mode is unavailable due to a system faultor change in gear shifter position, the modedefaults to NORMAL.
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REAR UNDER FLOOR STORAGE
Cargo Management System
A storage area is located in the floor of therear cargo area. There are two types ofstorage systems depending on your vehicle.
Short Wheel Base System
Lift up on the handle to open the cover.
Note:The board operates with frictionhinges, which allows it to be put in anyposition between a 0° and a 90° angle.
To close, lower the cover.
Long Wheel Base System
The long wheel base system has twoseparate storage compartments. To accessthese compartments, there is a bifoldingcover.
Lift up on the handle and fold back to openthe cover.
Note:The board operates with frictionhinges, which allows it to be put in anyposition between a 0° and a 90° angle.
To access the second storage compartment,fold the cover back a second time.
To close, lower the cover.
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Advanced System: Forward Divider,Cargo Shelf and Rear Barrier (BulkheadPosition) (If Equipped)
WARNING: Do not load any objectson the shelf that may obstruct your visionor strike occupants of the vehicle in thecase of a sudden stop or collision.
WARNING: Do not place people orpets on or under the parcel shelf.
The board moves to the same positions forboth the short wheel base and long wheelbase advanced systems.
Advanced Short Wheel Base System
A storage compartment is located in the floorof the rear cargo area. The cover operateson friction hinges. Lift up on the handle toopen the cover. To close, lower the cover.
Advanced Long Wheel Base System
With the advanced long wheel base system,there is an additional cover with an extrastorage compartment underneath. This coveralso operates on friction hinges. Lift up onthe handle to open the cover. To close, lowerthe cover.
Forward Divider
To move the board into the divider position,lift up on the handle and position the boardvertically at a 90° angle.
Note:The board operates on friction hinges,which allows it to be put in any positionbetween a 0° and a 90° angle.
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Cargo Shelf
To move the board into the shelf position,lift the board and move it to the horizontalposition. Once the board is horizontal, insertthe forward facing nubs into the hooks oneither side.
For the short wheel base system, it isnecessary for the second panel locatedtoward the front of the vehicle to be raisedup when the seats are folded down.
For the long wheel base system, it isnecessary for the second panel locatedtoward the front of the vehicle to be raisedup.
Note:Before moving the board into the shelfposition, you may need to flip down thehooks.
Note:Do not put more than 50 lb (22 kg) onshelf.
Rear Barrier (Bulkhead Position)
To move the board into the rear barrier orbulkhead position, lift the board and move itto the vertical position. Once the board isvertical, insert the rearward facing nubs intothe hooks on either side.
Note:Before moving the board into the rearbarrier or bulkhead position, you may needto flip down the hooks.
CARGO NETS (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING: This net is not designedto restrain objects during a collision orheavy braking.
The cargo net secures lightweight objectsin the cargo area.
1. Fold down the hooks on the top of therear quarter trim panel.
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2. Attach the loop end of the net to theupper hook. Use one prong on the hookfor the net attachment.
3.Attach the bottom of the net to the loweranchor point.
4. Repeat this procedure on the other sideof your vehicle.
ROOF RACKS AND LOAD
CARRIERS
WARNING: When loading the roofracks, we recommend you evenly distributethe load, as well as maintain a low centerof gravity. Loaded vehicles, with highercenters of gravity, may handle differentlythan unloaded vehicles. Take extraprecautions, such as slower speeds andincreased stopping distance, when drivinga heavily loaded vehicle.
For correct roof rack system function, youmust place loads directly on crossbars affixedto the roof rack side rails. When using theroof rack system, we recommend using ourgenuine accessory crossbars designedspecifically for your vehicle.
Make sure that you securely fasten the load. Check the tightness of the load beforedriving and at each fuel stop.
Note: Never place loads directly on the roofpanel. The roof panel is not designed todirectly carry a load.
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Maximum Recommended Load Amounts
Maximum Recommended LoadDescription
125 lb (56 kg)Vehicles with moonroof.
200 lb (90 kg)Vehicles without moonroof.
125 lb (56 kg)Vehicles equipped with 20 in (50 cm) wheels and without moonroof.
Note:The maximum recommended load isbased on the load being evenly distributedon the crossbars.
Adjusting the Crossbar (If Equipped)
Note:For less wind noise and betteraerodynamics, only install the crossbarswhen you need them for carrying cargo. Thefront crossbar is fixed. There are twooptional positions for the rear crossbar.Follow the steps to reposition or remove therear crossbar.1.Remove the crossbar bolts at both sidesof the rear crossbar by using the suppliedtorx tool or a similar tool.
2. Move the crossbar to the new position.
3. Replace and tighten the bolts at bothsides of the crossbar by using thesupplied torx tool or a similar tool.
Note:There may be snap caps in the newside rail position, which must be removedbefore installing the crossbar. These capscan be removed by using the supplied torxtool or a similar tool.
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LOAD LIMIT
Vehicle Loading - with and without aTrailer
This section guides you in the properloading of your vehicle, trailer, or both.Keep your loaded vehicle weight withinits design rating capability, with orwithout a trailer. Properly loading yourvehicle provides maximum return ofvehicle design performance. Before youload your vehicle, become familiar withthe following terms for determining yourvehicle’s weight rating, with or withouta trailer, from the vehicle’s Tire andLoading Information label or SafetyCompliance Certification label.
Tire and Loading Label InformationExample:Payload
Payload is the combined weight of cargoand passengers that your vehicle iscarrying. The maximum payload for yourvehicle appears on the Tire and Loadinglabel. The label is either on the B-pillaror the edge of the driver door. Vehiclesexported outside the US and Canadamay not have a tire and loading label.Look for “The combined weight ofoccupants and cargo should neverexceed XXX kg OR XXX lb” formaximum payload. The payload listedon the Tire and Loading Informationlabel is the maximum payload for yourvehicle as built by the assembly plant. Ifyou install any additional equipment onyour vehicle, you must determine thenew payload. Subtract the weight of the
equipment from the payload listed onthe Tire and Loading label. When towing,trailer tongue weight or king pin weightis also part of payload.
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