2023 LINCOLN AVIATOR Owners Manual

Park Brake
Action Message
The parking brake is set, the engine is running and you drive your vehicle more than 3 mph
(5 km/h). If the warning stays on after the parking brake is released, have the system checked
as soon as possible. Park Brake Engaged
The electric parking brake is set and a manual release is attempted without the brake pedal
being pressed. To Release: Press Brake and Switch
The electric parking brake is set and an automatic release is attempted but cannot be
performed. Perform a manual release. Park Brake Use Switch to Release
The electric parking brake is set and your vehicle speed exceeds 3 mph (5 km/h). Release
park brake before continued driving. Release Park Brake
The electric parking brake is not fully applied. Park Brake Not Applied
The electric parking brake is not fully released. Park Brake Not Released
The electric parking brake system has been put into a special mode to allow service of the
rear brakes. Have the system checked as soon as possible. Park Brake Maintenance Mode
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Information Displays

Action Message
The electric park brake system has detected a condition that requires service. Some function-
ality may still be available. Have the system checked as soon as possible. Park Brake Limited Function Service Required
The electric parking brake system has detected a condition that requires service. Have the
system checked as soon as possible. Park Brake Malfunction Service Now
Applying the electric parking brake numerous times has overheated the system. Wait two
minutes before attempting to apply again. Park Brake System Overheated
Power Steering
Action Message
The power steering system has detected a condition that requires service. Have the system
checked as soon as possible. Steering Fault Service Now
The power steering system is not working. Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Have the system
checked as soon as possible. Steering Loss Stop Safely
The power steering system has detected a condition within the power steering system or
passive entry or passive start system that requires service. Have the system checked as soon
as possible. Steering Assist Fault Service Required
The steering lock system has detected a condition that requires service. Have the system
checked as soon as possible. Steering Lock Malfunction Service Now
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Information Displays

Pre-Collision Assist
Action Message
You have a blocked sensor due to inclement weather, ice, mud or water in front of the radar
sensor. In most cases, you can clean the sensor to resolve. Pre-Collision Assist Not Available Sensor
Blocked
Displays when the system requires service. Have the system checked as soon as possible. Pre-Collision Assist Not Available
Remote Start
Action Message
Displays as a reminder to apply the brake and push the gear shift button to drive the vehicle
after a remote start. To Drive: Press Brake and Gear Shift Button
Seats
Action Message
Objects are by the passenger seat. After the objects are moved away from the seat, if the
warning stays on or continues to come on have the system checked as soon as possible. Occupant Sensor BLOCKED Remove Objects
Near Passenger Seat
Displays as a reminder that memory seats are not available while driving. Memory Recall Not Permitted While Driving
Displays to show where your memory setting has been saved. Memory {0} Saved
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Information Displays

Starting System
Action Message
Displays when starting the vehicle as a reminder to apply the brake. To START Press Brake
Displays when the starter has exceeded its cranking time in attempting to start the vehicle. Cranking Time Exceeded
Displays when the starter is attempting to start the vehicle. Engine Start Pending Please Wait
Displays when the pending start has been cancelled. Pending Start Cancelled
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Action Message
One or more tires on your vehicle have low tire pressure. See Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (page 447). Tire Pressure Low
The system may require service. If this message stays on or continues to come on, have the
system checked as soon as possible. See Tire Pressure Monitoring System (page 447). Tire Pressure Monitor Fault
The system may require service, or your spare tire is in use. For more information on how the
system operates under these conditions, See Tire Pressure Monitoring System (page 447).
If this message stays on or continues to come on, have the system checked as soon as
possible. Tire Pressure Sensor Fault
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Information Displays

Trailer
Action Message
A correct trailer connection is sensed during a given ignition cycle. Trailer Connected
A trailer connection becomes disconnected, either intentionally or
unintentionally, and has been sensed during a given ignition cycle. Trailer Disconnected
The trailer sway control has detected trailer sway. Trailer Sway Reduce Speed
There is a concern with your vehicle wiring and trailer wiring or brake
system. See Towing a Trailer (page 354). Trailer Wiring Fault
There is a concern with your trailer turn lamp. Check your lamp. Trailer Left Turn Lamps Fault Check Lamps
There is a concern with your trailer turn lamp. Check your lamp. Trailer Right Turn Lamps Fault Check Lamps
There is a concern with your trailer battery. See Towing a Trailer
(page 354). Trailer Battery Not Charging See Manual
There is a concern with your vehicle trailer lighting module. See
Towing a Trailer (page 354). Trailer Lighting Module Fault See Manual
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Information Displays

Transmission
Action Message
You switched the engine off and the gear selector is in any position other than park (P). Shift to Park
The transmission is too cold. Wait for it to warm up before you drive. Transmission Warming Up Please Wait
Displays when you need to press the brake pedal. Press Brake Pedal
The transmission is overheating and needs to cool. Stop in a safe place as soon as it’s
possible. Transmission Over Temperature Stop Safely
Have the system checked as soon as possible. Transmission Service Required
The transmission is overheating and needs to cool. Stop in a safe place as soon as it is
possible. Transmission Too Hot Press Brake
The transmission has limited functionality. Have the system checked as soon as possible. Transmission Limited Function See Manual
A reminder to shift into park (P). In addition, this message is typical after reconnecting or
recharging the battery until you cycle the ignition to the on mode. See Changing the 12V
Battery (page 410). Transmission Not in Park
Displays when there is a concern and the park brake needs to be depressed before exiting
the vehicle. Have the system checked as soon as possible. SHIFT SYS FAULT Confirm Park Brake Apply
Before Exiting the Vehicle
Have the system checked as soon as possible. SHIFT SYS FAULT Service Required
Displays when there is a concern while the vehicle is shifting to park (P). Have the system
checked as soon as possible. SHIFT SYS FAULT Vehicle is Shifting to Park
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Information Displays

Action Message
Displays when there is a concern while the vehicle is shifting to reverse (R). Have the system
checked as soon as possible. SHIFT SYS FAULT Reverse Unavailable
Service Required
Have the system checked as soon as possible. SHIFT SYS FAULT Drive Unavailable Select
S for Drive Service Required
Have the system checked as soon as possible. SHIFT SYS FAULT Neutral Unavailable Service
Required
Have the system checked as soon as possible. SHIFT SYS FAULT Sport Unavailable Service
Required
Displays when an invalid gear has been selected. Invalid Gear Selection
Displays when the brake pedal needs to be pressed to enable the transmission to shift from
park. Depress Brake to Shift from Park
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Information Displays

AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL
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Note:Depending on your vehicle option
package, the controls may look different
from what you see here.
Note:You can switch temperature units
between Fahrenheit and Celsius.
Note:You can control some of the climate
features through the touchscreen.
Note:For Hybrid vehicles, the air
conditioning compressor may run and airflow
may be felt when the climate control is off
to provide cooling to the battery.
Accessing the Air Distribution Controls
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Press and release the button to
activate the selection screen.From the screen you can direct air to the
windshield, instrument panel or footwell
vents. You can direct air through any
combination of these vents. See Climate
(page 533).
Accessing the Climate Control Menu
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Press and release the button to
access additional controls for the
front climate system.
Accessing Rear Climate Controls
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Press and release the button to
access additional controls for the
rear climate system.
Setting the Blower Motor Speed
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Turn the control to adjust the volume of air
circulated in the vehicle.
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Climate Control