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CONNECTED VEHICLE
REQUIREMENTS
Connected service and related feature
functionality requires a compatible vehicle
network.
Some remote features require a subscription.
For additional information, see the Lincoln
Way app. Some restrictions, third party terms
and message or data rates may apply.
CONNECTED VEHICLE
LIMITATIONS
Evolving technology or evolving cellular
networks could affect functionality and
availability, or continued provision of some
features. These changes could even stop
some features from functioning.
CONNECTING THE VEHICLE TO A
MOBILE NETWORK
What Is the Modem The modem allows access to a
range of features built into your
vehicle.
Enabling and Disabling the Modem
1. Select Settings.
2. Select
Lincoln Connect.
3. Select
Connectivity Settings.
4. Switch connectivity features on or off.
Connecting Lincoln Way to the Modem
1. Make sure that the modem is enabled using the vehicle settings menu.
2. Open the Lincoln way app on your device
and log in. 3. Add your vehicle or select your vehicle
if already added.
4. Select the option for vehicle details.
5. Select the option to activate your vehicle.
6. Make sure that the name on the screen matches the name shown in your Lincoln
Way account.
7. Confirm that your Lincoln Way account is connected to the modem.
CONNECTING THE VEHICLE TO A
WI-FI NETWORK
1. Select Settings.
2. Select
Wi-Fi.
3. Switch
System Wi-Fi on.
4. Select
View Available Networks.
5. Select an available Wi-Fi network.
Note: Enter the network password to
connect to a secure network.
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CONNECTED VEHICLE – TROUBLESHOOTING
Wi-Fi Network
Possible Cause and Resolution
Symptom
I cannot connect to a Wi-Fi network. –Password error.
•Enter the correct network password.
– Weak network signal.
•Move your vehicle closer to the Wi-Fi hotspot or to a place where the ne\
twork signal
is not obstructed.
– Multiple access points in range with the same SSID.
•Use a unique name for your SSID. Do not use the default name unless it contains a
unique identifier, for example as part of the MAC address.
The Wi-Fi connection disconnects after
successful connection. –
Weak network signal.
•Move your vehicle closer to the Wi-Fi hotspot or to a place where the ne\
twork signal
is not obstructed.
I am close to a Wi-Fi hotspot but the network
signal strength is weak. –
Obstructed network signal.
•If your vehicle has a heated windshield, position your vehicle so that t\
he windshield
is not facing the Wi-Fi hotspot.
• If your vehicle has metallic tinting on the windows but not on the winds\
hield, position
your vehicle so that the windshield is facing the Wi-Fi hotspot or open \
the windows
that are facing the hotspot.
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Possible Cause and Resolution
Symptom
•If your vehicle has metallic tinting on the windows and the windshield, \
open the
windows that are facing the hotspot.
• If your vehicle is in a garage and you have the garage door closed, open\
the garage
door.
I cannot see a network in the list of available
networks that I expect to see. –
Hidden network.
•Make the network visible and try again.
I cannot see the Wi-Fi hotspot name when I
search for Wi-Fi networks on my cell phone
or other device. –
System limitation.
•Make sure Wi-Fi hotspot visibility is on.
• The system does not provide a Wi-Fi hotspot at this time.
– Weak network signal
•Move your vehicle closer to the Wi-Fi hotspot or to a place where the ne\
twork signal
is not obstructed.
– Wi-Fi hotspot in high demand or has a slow Internet connection.
•Use a more reliable Wi-Fi hotspot.
Software downloads take too long.
–No software update available.
– Wi-Fi network requires a subscription or acceptance of terms and conditi\
ons.
•Test the connection using another device. If the network requires a subscription or
acceptance of terms and conditions, contact the network service provider\
.
The system seems to connect to a Wi-Fi
network and the signal strength is excellent
but the software does not update.
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Mobile Network
Possible Cause and Resolution
Symptom
–Modem is not enabled.
•Switch connectivity features on.
– Weak network signal.
•Move your vehicle closer to a place where the network signal is not obst\
ructed.
I cannot confirm the connection of Lincoln Way
account to the modem.
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CREATING A VEHICLE WI-FI
HOTSPOT
You can create a Wi-Fi hotspot in your
vehicle and allow devices to connect to it for
access to the Internet.
Press the button to enter the
settings menu.
1. Select Connectivity Features.
2. Select
Vehicle Hotspot.
Note: The vehicle hotspot default setting is
on.
3. Select
Settings.
4. Make sure that you have Wi-Fi visibility switched on.
Note: The Wi-Fi Visibility default setting is
on.
Finding the Wi-Fi Hotspot Name and
Password Press the button to enter the
settings menu.
1. Select
Connectivity Features. 2. Select
Vehicle Hotspot.
3. Select
Settings.
Note: The SSID is the hotspot name.
4. Scroll to
Hide password.
5. Uncheck the box.
Connecting a Device to the Wi-Fi
Hotspot
1. On your device, turn on Wi-Fi and select
the hotspot from the list of available Wi-Fi
networks.
2. When prompted, enter the password.
Purchasing a Data Plan
1. Connect a device to the hotspot.
Note: The vehicle network carrier’ s portal
opens on your device.
2. If the portal does not open on your device, open a website and it redirects
to the vehicle network carrier’ s portal.
Note: Secure websites do not redirect. Note:
If you have an active plan, the system
does not redirect to the vehicle network
carrier’ s portal when you connect a device.
Visit the vehicle network carrier’ s website to
purchase more data.
Note: If data usage information is available
in the vehicle hotspot menu, it is
approximate.
Note: If you carry out a master reset, the
system does not remove your vehicle from
your vehicle network carrier’ s account. To
remove your vehicle from the account,
contact your vehicle network carrier.
Note: The vehicle network carrier provides
Vehicle Hotspot services, subject to your
vehicle network carrier agreement, coverage
and availability.
CHANGING THE VEHICLE WI-FI
HOTSPOT NAME OR PASSWORD Press the button to enter the
settings menu.
1. Select
Connectivity Features.
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2. Select Vehicle Hotspot.
3. Select
Settings.
4. Select
SSID: ___.
5. Enter your required SSID.
6. Select
Done.
7. Select
Password: ___.
8. Enter your required password.
9. Select
Done.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING: Driving while distracted
can result in loss of vehicle control, crash
and injury. We strongly recommend that
you use extreme caution when using any
device that may take your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of your vehicle. We recommend
against the use of any hand-held device
while driving and encourage the use of
voice-operated systems when possible.
Make sure you are aware of all applicable
local laws that may affect the use of
electronic devices while driving.
Radio Frequencies and Reception
Factors
Note:
Listening to loud audio for long
periods of time could damage your hearing. Radio Reception Factors
The further you travel from an AM or FM station, the weaker the signal and the weaker the reception.
Distance and strength
Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freeway overpasses, \
parking garages, dense tree foliage and
thunderstorms can interfere with the reception.
Terrain
When you pass a ground-based broadcast repeating tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and
result in the audio system muting.
Station overload
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AUDIO UNIT
WARNING: Driving while distracted
can result in loss of vehicle control, crash
and injury. We strongly recommend that
you use extreme caution when using any
device that may take your focus off the
road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of your vehicle. We recommend
against the use of any hand-held device
while driving and encourage the use of
voice-operated systems when possible.
Make sure you are aware of all applicable
local laws that may affect the use of
electronic devices while driving. Note:
Depending on your vehicle option
package, the controls may look different
from what you see here.
Note: Some features, such as satellite radio,
may not be available in your location. Check
with an authorized dealer.
Note: The touchscreen system controls most
of the audio features.
Adjusting the Volume Turn to adjust the volume.Changing Radio Stations
In radio mode, turn to search through the
radio frequency band.
In satellite radio mode, turn to find the
previous or next available satellite radio
station.
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