2023 LINCOLN AVIATOR steering wheel

ADJUSTING THE STEERING WHEEL
- VEHICLES WITH: MANUAL
ADJUSTABLE STEERING COLUMN
WARNING: Do not adjust the steering
wheel when your vehicle is moving.
Note:Make sure that you are sitting in the
correct position. See Sitting in the Correct
Position (page 176).
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1. Unlock the steering column.
2. Adjust the steering wheel to the desired
position.
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3. Lock the steering column.
ADJUSTING THE STEERING WHEEL
- VEHICLES WITH: POWER
ADJUSTABLE STEERING COLUMN
WARNING: Do not adjust the steering
wheel when your vehicle is moving.
Note: Make sure that you are sitting in the
correct position. See Sitting in the Correct
Position (page 176).
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Steering Wheel

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Use the control on the side of the steering
column to adjust the position.
To adjust:
• Tilt: Press the top or bottom of the
control.
• Telescope: Press the front or rear of the
control.
End of Travel Position
The steering column stops just short of the
end of the column travel to prevent damage
to the steering column. A new stopping
position sets if it encounters an object when
tilting or telescoping.
To reset the steering column to its normal
stopping position:
1. Confirm there is nothing obstructing the
motion of the steering column.
2. Press and hold the steering column
control until the steering column stops
moving.
3. Press the steering column control again.
Note:The steering column may begin to
move again.
4. When the steering column stops,
continue holding the control for a few
seconds.
5. Repeat for each direction as necessary.
A new stopping position sets. The next time
you tilt or telescope the steering column, it
stops just short of the end of the column
travel.
Memory Feature
You can save and recall the steering column
position with the memory function. See
Memory Function (page 184).
Pressing the adjustment control during a
memory recall cancels the operation.
Easy Entry and Exit Feature
The column moves up when you switch the
ignition off. Switch the ignition on to return
the system to its previous settings. You can
switch this feature on or off through the
touchscreen. See Settings (page 555).
Note: If you press any adjustment or
memory button when in easy exit mode, the
system cancels the operation.
Note:Depending on your vehicle, the column
may move up and in.
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Steering Wheel

AUDIO CONTROL
You can operate the following
functions with the control:
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Move the selector switch up to
increase volume level.
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Move the selector switch down to
decrease volume level.
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Move the selector switch to the left
to access the previous media
selection.
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Move the selector switch to the
right to access the next media
selection.
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Note:The controls change when you enter
a submenu.
The following controls are not available when
you enter a submenu:
Move the selector switch to the
right to enter the mode phone
submenu.
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Move the selector switch to the left
to enter the media submenu.
VOICE CONTROL
The controls are on the steering wheel.
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Press and release to activate voice
recognition.
CRUISE CONTROL - VEHICLES
WITH: ADAPTIVE CRUISE
CONTROL WITH LANE CENTERING
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The following controls are only available
when you switch cruise control on.
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Steering Wheel

Note:You must press the controls from
behind the wheel.
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See What Is Adaptive Cruise Control With
Lane Centering (page 305).
CRUISE CONTROL - VEHICLES
WITH: CRUISE CONTROL
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The following controls are only available
when you switch cruise control on.
Note:You must press the controls from
behind the wheel.
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See What Is Cruise Control (page 303).
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Steering Wheel

INFORMATION DISPLAY CONTROL
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Note:The controls change when you enter
a submenu.
The following controls are only available
once you enter a submenu:
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See General Information (page 136).
HEATED STEERING WHEEL (IF
EQUIPPED)
The heated steering wheel button is on the
climate controls.
Press the button to switch the
heated steering wheel on and off.
Note:You can use the heated steering
wheel only when the engine is running.Note:The system uses a sensor and is
designed to control the temperature of the
steering wheel and to prevent it from
overheating.
Note:In warm temperatures, the steering
wheel quickly reaches its maximum
temperature and the system reduces the
current to the heating element. This could
cause you to think that the system has
stopped working but it has not. This is
normal.
HORN
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Press on the center of the steering
wheel near the horn icon to
activate the horn.
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Steering Wheel

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.
You can control various systems on your
vehicle using the quick action menu on the
right-hand side of the steering wheel. The
information display provides the
corresponding information.
Information Display Controls
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Note:The controls change when you enter
a submenu.
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Move the selector switch up to
enter the navigation submenu.
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Move the selector switch down to
enter the settings submenu.
Move the selector switch to the
right to enter the mode phone
submenu.
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Move the selector switch to the left
to enter the media submenu.
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Press the folder button to scroll
through information on demand
display screens. See Personalized
Settings (page 140).
Menu Controls
The following controls are only available
once you enter a submenu:
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Use the selector switch to toggle up and
down.
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Press the home button to exit a
submenu.
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Information Displays

Lane Keeping System
Action Message
Displays when the system requires service. Have the system checked as soon as possible. Lane Keeping Sys. Malfunction Service
Required
Check to make sure there are no objects or debris blocking the camera. Have the system
checked if this condition persists. Front Camera Temporarily Not Available
Clean the windshield to improve visibility and allow the camera to properly operate. Front Camera Low Visibility Clean Screen
Displays when the system requires service. Have the system checked as soon as possible. Front Camera Malfunction Service Required
The system requests that you keep your hands on the steering wheel. Keep Hands on Steering Wheel
Maintenance
Action Message
Stop your vehicle as soon as safely possible and turn off the engine. Check the oil level. If
this message stays on or continues to come on with your engine running, have the system
checked as soon as possible. Low Engine Oil Pressure
The engine oil life is low and needs to be changed soon. See General Maintenance
Information (page 579). Change Engine Oil Soon
The engine oil life is low and needs to be changed immediately. See General Maintenance
Information (page 579). Oil Change Required
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Information Displays

REMOTE START
The climate control system adjusts the
interior temperature during remote start.
You can switch this feature on or off and
adjust the settings using the touchscreen.
See Settings (page 555).
You cannot adjust the climate control setting
during remote start operation. Switch the
ignition on to make adjustments.
Based on your remote start settings, the
following vehicle-dependent features may
or may not remain on after remote starting
your vehicle:
• Climate controlled seats.
• Heated steering wheel.
• Heated mirrors.
• Heated rear window.
• Windshield wiper de-icer.
Note:For dual zone climate controlled seats,
the passenger seat setting defaults to match
the driver seat during remote start.
Automatic Settings
If Auto is on, the system sets the interior
temperature to 72°F (22°C) and heats or
cools the vehicle interior as required to
achieve comfort.
Note:In cold weather, the heated rear
window and heated mirrors turn on.
Last Settings
If Last Settings is on, the system uses the
settings last selected before you turned off
the vehicle.
Heated and Cooled Features
In Auto mode, certain heated features may
switch on during cold weather, and cooled
features during hot weather.
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Climate Control