2023 LINCOLN AVIATOR brake

The remote start system does not work if any
of the following occur:
• The ignition is on.
• The anti-theft alarm triggers.
• You switch the feature off through the
touchscreen.
• The hood is open.
• The transmission is not in park (P).
• The battery voltage is below the
minimum operating voltage.
Note:Do not use remote start if your fuel
level is low.
Remote Control Feedback
An LED on the remote control provides status
feedback of remote start or stop commands.
Status LED
Remote start
successful Solid green
Remote stop
successful Solid red
Request failed or
status not received Blinking red
Status incomplete Blinking green
Remote Starting Your Vehicle
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1. Press the lock button to lock all the
doors.
2. Press the remote start button twice. The
exterior lamps flash twice.A tone sounds if the system fails to start.
Note: You must press each button within
three seconds of each other. If you do not
follow this sequence, your vehicle does not
start remotely, the direction indicators do
not flash twice and the horn does not sound.
Note:Press the push button ignition switch
on the instrument panel as you apply the
brake pedal before driving your vehicle.
The power windows do not work during
remote start and the radio does not turn on.
The parking lamps remain on and your
vehicle runs for 5, 10 or 15 minutes,
depending on the setting.
Extending the Engine Running Time
To extend the engine running time duration
of your vehicle during remote start, repeat
steps 1 and 2 while the engine is running. If
the duration is set to 15 minutes, the duration
extends by another 15 minutes. For example,
if your vehicle had been running from the
first remote start for 5 minutes, your vehicle
continues to run now for a total of 30
minutes. You can extend the engine running
time duration to a maximum of 30 minutes.
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Keys and Remote Controls

8. Confirm you are aware you are
de-authorizing all authorized users and
Lincoln Way Connect settings.
9. Press Continue.
USING THE VALET MODE
Classic Valet Mode
Enabling Valet Mode
Make sure the remote control is in your
vehicle.
1. Press Settings on the touchscreen.
2. Press Valet Mode.
3. Enter a four digit code to lock the
touchscreen.
4. Re-enter the same four digit code to
complete enabling valet mode.
Disabling Valet Mode
1. Press Exit Valet Mode.
2. Enter your four digit code to disable valet
mode and unlock your touchscreen.
Enhanced Valet Mode
Enabling Valet Mode
Have your backup start passcode completely
set up before using valet mode.
Note:If your vehicle detects a remote
control, the system defaults to classic valet
mode.
1. Press Settings on the touchscreen.
2. Press Valet Mode.
Note:If the system detects a valid phone as
a key, the temporary passcode displays in
both the touchscreen and mobile app.
Note:If the system does not detect a valid
phone as a key, it prompts you to enter your
backup start passcode on the touchscreen.
Once validated, the temporary passcode
displays on the touchscreen.
3. Provide the valet the first five digits of the
passcode to enter on the keyless entry
keypad to unlock your vehicle.
4. Provide the valet the eight-digit passcode
to enter on the touchscreen to start and
drive your vehicle.Disabling Valet Mode
1. Press Exit Valet Mode.
Note:If the system detects an authorized
phone as a key, valet mode disables.
Note:If the system does not detect a valid
phone as a key, it prompts you to enter your
backup start passcode. Once validated, valet
mode disables.
USING THE BACKUP START
PASSCODE
Make sure you have phone as a key active
on at least one phone to use the previously
created backup start passcode.
1. Press the brake pedal and the push
button ignition switch. If the system does
not detect a valid phone as a key or
remote control, a message appears on
the touchscreen and the system prompts
you for your backup start passcode.
Note:The touchscreen times out after 30
seconds with no interaction.
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Phone as a Key (If Equipped)

Note:If the backup start passcode screen
does not appear, press the brake pedal and
push button ignition switch again.
2. Use the touchscreen to enter your
backup start passcode.
3. After entering your backup start
passcode, press Enter within 30 seconds.
4. Once the system validates the backup
start passcode, a message alerts you to
start your vehicle.
5. Press the brake pedal and the push
button ignition switch within 20 seconds
to start the vehicle.
6. If your vehicle does not start, repeat
steps 1-5.
System Lockout
The system locks after five combined
incorrect attempts of the following:
• Entering a backup start passcode.
• Resetting a current passcode.
• Entering a valet mode passcode.Note:The system remains locked for five
minutes. After five minutes the system allows
codes to be entered again.
PHONE AS A KEY –
TROUBLESHOOTING
PHONE AS A KEY – FREQUENTLY
ASKED QUESTIONS
How can I tell if my vehicle has Phone as a
Key?
The touchscreen shows the Phone as a
Key reset option if your vehicle has
Phone as a Key. If you have registered
your vehicle through the Lincoln Way
app, a control button appears on the
home screen of the Lincoln Way app.What happens if I cannot unlock the vehicle
with Phone as a Key?
Attempt to move your phone closer to
the vehicle. Check that the Lincoln Way
app is still running and that the Phone
as a Key control screen shows
connected. If the phone is connected,
attempt to press the remote unlock
button in the Lincoln Way app. If the
phone is not connected or the remote
unlock button does not work in the
Lincoln Way app, attempt to force close
and restart the app.
Why do I get a No Key Detected message
in the instrument cluster display when I am
using Phone as a Key and my phone is in
the car?
Your phone’s Bluetooth connection has
been disrupted or is not connected. Try
reconnecting your phone's Bluetooth
connection. Move the phone closer to
the center of the vehicle near the cup
holder or center console. Verify your
Phone as a Key is still active, enabled
and has not been revoked.
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Phone as a Key (If Equipped)

HEADLAMP EXIT DELAY
After you switch the ignition off, you can
switch the headlamps on by pulling the
direction indicator lever toward you. You will
hear a short tone. The headlamps will switch
off automatically after three minutes with any
door open or 30 seconds after the last door
has been closed. You can cancel this feature
by pulling the direction indicator lever toward
you again or switching the ignition on.
DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS -
VEHICLES WITH: CONFIGURABLE
DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS
WARNING: The daytime running
lamps system does not activate the rear
lamps and may not provide adequate
lighting during low visibility driving
conditions. Make sure you switch the
headlamps on, as appropriate, during all
low visibility conditions. Failure to do so
may result in a crash.Switch the daytime running lamps on or off
using the touchscreen:
1. Select Settings. See Settings (page 555).
2. Select Vehicle.
3. Select Lighting.
The daytime running lamps turn on when:
1. The lamps are on in the information
display.
2. You switch the ignition on.
3. The transmission is not in park (P) for
vehicles with automatic transmissions or
you release the parking brake for
vehicles with manual transmissions.
4. The lighting control is in the autolamps
position.
5. The headlamps are off.
The other lighting control switch positions
do not turn on the daytime running lamps.
If the daytime running lamps are off in the
information display, the lamps stay off in all
switch positions.
DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS -
VEHICLES WITH: DAYTIME
RUNNING LAMPS (DRL)
WARNING: The daytime running
lamps system does not activate the rear
lamps and may not provide adequate
lighting during low visibility driving
conditions. Make sure you switch the
headlamps on, as appropriate, during all
low visibility conditions. Failure to do so
may result in a crash.
The system turns the lamps on in daylight
conditions.
To switch the system on, switch the lighting
control to any position except headlamps.
FRONT FOG LAMPS (IF EQUIPPED)
Switching the Front Fog Lamps On or
Off
Only switch the front fog lamps on during
reduced visibility.
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Lighting

WARNING LAMPS AND
INDICATORS
The following warning lamps and indicators
alert you to a vehicle condition that may
become serious. Some lamps illuminate
when you start your vehicle to make sure
they work. If any lamps remain on after
starting your vehicle, refer to the respective
system warning lamp for further information.
Depending on your vehicle options and
instrument cluster type, not all warning lamps
and indicators shown are available.
Note:Some warning indicators appear in
the instrument cluster and function the same
as a warning lamp, but do not display when
you start your vehicle.
Adaptive Cruise Control (If Equipped)
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The speed control system indicator
light changes color to indicate
what mode the system is in. See
How Does Adaptive Cruise Control With
Stop and Go Work (page 305).On (white light): Illuminates when you switch
on the adaptive cruise control system. Turns
off when the speed control system is turned
off.
Engaged (green light): Illuminates when you
engage the adaptive cruise control system.
Turns off when you disengage the speed
control system.
Anti-Lock Brake System
If it illuminates when you are
driving, this indicates a system
error. You continue to have the
normal braking (without ABS) unless the
brake system warning lamp also illuminates.
Have the system checked as soon as
possible.
Automatic High Beam Control
Illuminates when this feature is on.
See Automatic High Beam
Control (page 119).
Auto Hold Active
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Illuminates when the system holds
your vehicle stationary.
Auto Hold Unavailable
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Illuminates when the system is on,
but unavailable to hold your
vehicle stationary.
Auto Start-stop (If Equipped)
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Illuminates when the engine shuts
down or in conjunction with a
message.
Battery
If it illuminates while driving, it
indicates a system error. Switch off
all unnecessary electrical
equipment and have the system checked
immediately.
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Instrument Cluster

Blind Spot Monitor
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Illuminates when you switch this
feature off or in conjunction with a
message. See Blind Spot
Information System (page 326).
Brake System Warning Lamp
WARNING: Driving your vehicle with
the warning lamp on is dangerous. A
significant decrease in braking
performance may occur. It may take you
longer to stop your vehicle. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Driving extended distances with the
parking brake engaged can cause brake
failure and the risk of personal injury.
Note:Indicators vary depending on region.
This lamp is a dual function lamp and
illuminates when:• You apply the parking brake with the
ignition on.
• Your vehicle has a brake fault or low
brake fluid level, regardless of parking
brake position.
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If the lamp illuminates when you
are moving, you may have the
parking brake applied. Make sure
the parking brake is off. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as
possible if the lamp continues to
illuminate.
Cruise Control
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Illuminates when you switch this
feature on.
Direction Indicator
Illuminates when you switch on the
left-hand or right-hand direction
indicator or the hazard flasher. If
the indicators stay on or flash faster, check
for a burned out bulb. See Changing a Bulb
(page 420).
Distance Alert
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Flashes when your vehicle is
rapidly approaching another
vehicle or a pedestrian within your
driving path. See Pre-Collision Assist (page
337).
Door Ajar
Illuminates when the ignition is on
and any door is not completely
closed.
Electric Park Brake
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Illuminates or flashes when the
electric parking brake has a system
error. See Electric Parking Brake
(page 272).
Engine or Motor Coolant Temperature
Illuminates when your vehicle
coolant temperature is high. Stop
your vehicle as soon as it is safe
to do so. Allow the engine to cool. See
Engine Coolant Check (page 404).
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Instrument Cluster

Stop Safely Now
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Illuminates if your vehicle has an
electrical component fault or failure
that could cause your vehicle to
shutdown or enter into a limited operating
mode. You may also see a message.
Tow Haul Indicator (If Equipped)
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Illuminates when the system
switches on.
Vehicle Plugged in (If Equipped)
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Illuminates when your vehicle is
plugged in. A corresponding
message may display after
attempting to start your vehicle.
AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND
INDICATORS
Keyless Warning Alert
The horn will sound twice when you exit your
vehicle with the intelligent access key and
your vehicle is in RUN, indicating your vehicle
is still on.
Headlamps On Warning Chime
Sounds when you have left the headlamps
or parking lamps on and open the driver door
with the vehicle off.
Parking Brake On Warning Chime
Sounds when you have left the parking brake
on and drive your vehicle. If the warning
chime remains on after you have released
the parking brake, have the system checked
by your authorized dealer immediately.
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Instrument Cluster

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Move the selector switch to the left
to exit a submenu.
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Move the selector switch to the
right to choose and confirm
settings or messages.
Menu
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This icon shows the features on or
off status. A check in the box
indicates the feature is on, and
unchecked indicates the feature is off.Note:Some menu items are regional specific
or optional and may appear slightly different
or not at all.
Settings
Settings
See Personalized Settings (page 140). Information Screens Display Setup
Speedometer km/h
Speedometer MPH
Add Tachometer to View
Hold OK to Reset Driving History
Enter the submenu and select your setting Border Crossing
Brake Coach
Displays your oil life status Oil Life
Hold OK to Reset
Hold OK to Reset Tire Monitor
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Information Displays