2023 LINCOLN NAUTILUS parking brake

FRONT PARKING AID AUDIBLEWARNINGS
A warning tone sounds when there is anobject within 28 in (70 cm) from the frontbumper. As your vehicle moves closer to anobject, the rate of the tone increases.
The warning tone continuously sounds whenan object is 12 in (30 cm) or less from thefront bumper.
Note:If the detected object is 12 in (30 cm)or less from your vehicle, visual indicationremains on.
SIDE PARKING AID
WHAT IS THE SIDE PARKING AID
The front and rear outermost parking aidsensors map objects that are near to thesides of your vehicle.
SIDE PARKING AID LIMITATIONS
The sensor coverage is up to 24 in (60 cm)from the sides of your vehicle.
The side parking aid may not function if:
•Your vehicle remains stationary for overtwo minutes.
•The anti-lock brake system activates.
•The traction control system activates.
•Your vehicle is in park (P).
•The steering wheel angle information isnot available. You must drive at least492 ft (150 m) above 19 mph (30 km/h) toreset the steering wheel angleinformation.
Note:If you switch traction control off, theside sensing system also turns off.
To reinitialize the system, drive the length ofyour vehicle.
The side parking aid does not detect anobject that is moving toward the side of yourvehicle, for example another vehicle movingat a low speed, if it does not pass a front orrear parking aid sensor.
If the transmission is in reverse (R), the sidesensing system provides audible warnings.When your vehicle is moving slowly,obstacles are detected within 24 in (60 cm)and are inside the driving path of yourvehicle. If your vehicle remains stationary fora few seconds, the audible warning turns off.Visual indication is always present in reverse(R).
If your vehicle is in neutral (N), the sidesensing system provides visual indicationonly when your vehicle is moving slowly andthere is a front or rear parking aid obstacledetected, and the side obstacle is within24 in (60 cm) from the side of your vehicle.If your vehicle remains stationary for a fewseconds, the visual indication turns off.
If the transmission is in drive (D) or any otherforward gear, the side sensing systemprovides audible and visual warnings. Whenyour vehicle is moving slowly, obstacles aredetected within 24 in (60 cm) and are insidethe driving path of your vehicle. If yourvehicle remains stationary for a few seconds,the visual indication and audible warningturns off.
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WHAT IS ACTIVE PARK ASSIST
Assists you with parking in and out of parkingspaces.
HOW DOES ACTIVE PARK ASSIST
WORK
Active park assist uses sensors to detectparking spaces. The system controls steeringas required to maneuver into or out of aparking space.
ACTIVE PARK ASSIST
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: You must remain in yourvehicle when the system turns on. At alltimes you are responsible for controllingyour vehicle, supervising the system, andintervening if required. Failure to followthis instruction could result in the loss ofcontrol of your vehicle, personal injury ordeath.
WARNING: The sensors may notdetect objects in heavy rain or otherconditions that cause interference.
WARNING: You are responsible forcontrolling your vehicle at all times. Thesystem is designed to be an aid and doesnot relieve you of your responsibility todrive with due care and attention. Failureto follow this instruction could result in theloss of control of your vehicle, personalinjury or death.
WARNING: Active park assist doesnot apply the brakes under anycircumstances.
WARNING: Do not use the systemwith accessories that extend beyond thefront or rear of your vehicle, for example atrailer hitch or bike rack. The system is notable to make corrections for the additionallength of the accessories.
SWITCHING ACTIVE PARK ASSIST
ON AND OFF
Press the parking aid button, andthen press the active park assisticon on the touchsceen to bring upfull screen notifications.
Press the soft keys on the touchscreen toswitch between parallel park in,perpendicular park in or parallel park outparking modes.
Cancelling Active Park Assist
To cancel parking assistance at any time:
•Press the active park assist button duringoperation.
•Grab the steering wheel duringoperation.
•Drive above 22 mph (35 km/h) for a shortperiod of time when searching for aparking space.
•Drive above 6 mph (9 km/h) duringoperation.
•Switch traction control off.
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ENTERING A PARALLEL PARKING
SPACE
1.Press the parking aid button.
2.Press the active park assist icon on thetouchscreen.
3.Select parallel park.
Note:The system detects other vehicles andcurbs to find a parking space.
4.Use the turn signal to search for aparking space on the driver or passengerside of your vehicle.
Note:If the turn signal is not used, thesystem defaults to searching for a parkingspot on the passenger side of your vehicle.
5.Drive your vehicle approximately 3 ft (1 m)away from and parallel to the otherparked vehicles when searching for aparking space.
Note:A tone sounds and a messageappears in the information andentertainment display when active parkassist finds a parking space.
6.Press and hold the brake pedal.
7.Release the steering wheel and shift intoreverse (R).
8.Use the accelerator and brake to controlyour vehicle's speed when parking. Youare responsible for stopping your vehicle.
9.Active park assist is a multistep processand requires you to shift the transmissionmultiple times. Follow the on-screeninstructions until parking is complete.
Note:You can slow down your vehicle atany time by pressing the brake pedal.
Note:When parallel parking betweenobjects, the system will park closer to theobject in front of your vehicle to allow easieraccess to the luggage compartment.
ENTERING A PERPENDICULAR
PARKING SPACE
1.Press the parking aid button.
2.Press the active park assist icon on thetouchscreen.
3.Select perpendicular parking.
Note:Active park assist does not recognizeparking space lines and centers your vehiclebetween objects.
Note:Active park assist backs your vehicleinto parking spaces.
4.Use the turn signal to search for aparking space on the driver or passengerside of your vehicle.
Note:If the turn signal is not used, thesystem defaults to searching for a parkingspot on the passenger side of your vehicle.
5.Drive your vehicle approximately 3 ft (1 m)away from and perpendicular to the otherparked vehicles when searching for aparking space.
Note:A tone sounds and a messageappears in the information andentertainment display when active parkassist finds a parking space.
6.Press and hold the brake pedal.
7.Release the steering wheel and shift intoreverse (R).
8.Use the accelerator and brake to controlyour vehicle's speed when parking. Youare responsible for stopping your vehicle.
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9.Active park assist is a multistep processand requires you to shift the transmissionmultiple times. Follow the on-screeninstructions until parking is complete.
Note:Active park assist aligns the front-endof your vehicle with the lane side of theobject next to it.
Note:When only one object is detected, thesystem allows enough distance to open thedoor on either side.
Note:Slow down your vehicle at any timeby pressing the brake pedal.
EXITING A PARKING SPACE
Active park assist only assists leaving parallelparking spaces.
1.Press the parking aid button.
2.Press the active park assist icon on thetouchscreen.
3.Select parallel park exit.
4.Use the turn signal to choose thedirection to exit the parking space.
5.Press and hold the brake pedal.
6.Release the steering wheel and shift intothe instructed gear.
7.Release the brake pedal.
8.Use the accelerator and brake to controlyour vehicle's speed when exiting theparking space. You are responsible forstopping your vehicle.
9.Active park assist is multistep processand requires you to shift the transmissionmultiple times. Follow the on-screeninstructions until the operation iscomplete.
Note:After active park assist drives yourvehicle to a position where you can exit theparking space in a forward movement, amessage appears instructing you to take fullcontrol of your vehicle.
10.Take control of your vehicle.
Note:Slow down your vehicle at any timeby pressing the brake pedal.
ACTIVE PARK ASSIST –
TROUBLESHOOTING
ACTIVE PARK ASSIST – INFORMATIONMESSAGES
ActionMessage
The system requiresservice. Have yourvehicle checked assoon as possible.
Active Park Fault
ACTIVE PARK ASSIST – FREQUENTLYASKED QUESTIONS
Why does active park assist not operatecorrectly?
The system is unable to detect a vehicle,curb or object to park next to or inbetween. The system needs boundaryobjects to operate correctly.
Why does active park assist not search fora parking space?
You have switched traction control off.
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ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
AUTOMATIC CANCELLATION
The system may cancel if:
•The tires lose traction.
•You apply the parking brake.
The system may cancel and set the parkingbrake if:
•You unbuckle the seatbelt and open thedriver door after adaptive cruise controlstops your vehicle.
•Adaptive cruise control holds yourvehicle at a stop continuously for morethan three minutes.
The system may deactivate or preventactivating when requested if:
•The vehicle has a blocked sensor.
•The brake temperature is too high.
•There is a failure in the system or arelated system.
SETTING THE ADAPTIVE CRUISE
CONTROL SPEED
Drive to the speed you prefer.
Press either button to set thecurrent speed.
Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
The indicator, current gap setting and setspeed appear in the information display.
A vehicle image illuminates if there is avehicle detected in front of you.
Note:When adaptive cruise control is active,the speedometer may vary slightly from theset speed displayed in the informationdisplay.
Setting the Adaptive Cruise Speedfrom a Complete Stop
Press and release either buttonwhile keeping the brake pedal fullypressed.
The set speed adjusts to 20 mph (30 km/h).
The indicator, current gap setting and setspeed appear in the information display.
Note:The system will activate from acomplete stop only when it detects a leadvehicle in close proximity.
Manually Changing the Set Speed
Press and release to increase theset speed in small increments.
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Your vehicle may have a temporary orconventional spare tire. A temporary sparetire is different in diameter or width,tread-type, or is from a different manufacturerthan the road tires on your vehicle. Consultinformation on the tire label or SafetyCompliance label for limitations when using.
When towing a trailer:
•Obey country specific regulations fortowing a trailer.
•Do not drive faster than 70 mph(113 km/h) during the first 500 mi(800 km).
•Do not make full-throttle starts.
•Check your hitch, electrical connectionsand trailer wheel lug nuts thoroughly afteryou have traveled 50 mi (80 km).
•When stopped in congested or heavytraffic during hot weather, place thetransmission in park (P) to aid engine andtransmission cooling and to help A/Cperformance.
•Turn off the speed control with heavyloads or in hilly terrain. The speed controlmay turn off when you are towing onlong, steep slopes.
•Shift to a lower gear when driving downa long or steep hill. Do not continuouslyapply the brakes, as they may overheatand become less effective.
•If your transmission has Grade Assist orTow/Haul, use this feature when towing.This provides engine braking and helpseliminate excessive transmission shiftingfor optimum fuel economy andtransmission cooling.
•Your vehicle has AdvanceTrac with rollstability control. When towing a trailer,additional loads could cause theAdvanceTrac system to engage duringcornering maneuvers. Reduce corneringspeeds to make sure that you canmaintain control of the vehicle and trailerif the AdvanceTrac system engages.
•Allow more distance for stopping with atrailer attached. Anticipate stops andgradually brake.
•Avoid parking on a slope. However, ifyou must park on a slope, turn thesteering wheel to point your vehicle tiresaway from traffic flow, set the parkingbrake, place the transmission in park (P)and place wheel chocks in front and backof the trailer wheels.
Note:Chocks are not included with yourvehicle.
LAUNCHING OR RETRIEVING A
BOAT OR PERSONAL
WATERCRAFT
When backing down a ramp during boatlaunching or retrieval:
•Do not allow the static water level to riseabove the bottom edge of the rearbumper.
•Do not allow waves to break higher than6 in (15 cm) above the bottom edge ofthe rear bumper.
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TOWING YOUR VEHICLE
PRECAUTIONS
Use the following guidelines when towingyour vehicle. Failure to follow this instructioncould result in vehicle damage not coveredby the vehicle warranty.
Note:Make sure you properly secure yourvehicle to the tow vehicle.
Note:If you are unsure of the vehicle’sconfiguration, contact an authorized dealer.
RECREATIONALLY TOWING YOUR
VEHICLE - 2.0L, AWD
You cannot recreational tow your vehiclewith all wheels on the ground becausevehicle or transmission damage could occur.You must recreational tow your vehicle withall four wheels off the ground, such as whenusing a car-hauling trailer. Otherwise, youcannot recreational tow your vehicle.
RECREATIONALLY TOWING YOUR
VEHICLE - 2.0L, FWD
You cannot recreational tow your vehiclewith all wheels on the ground becausevehicle or transmission damage could occur.Place the front wheels on a two-wheel towdolly. If you are using a tow dolly, follow theinstructions specified by the equipmentprovider.
Note:Release the parking brake beforetowing your vehicle. See ManuallyReleasing the Electric Parking Brake (page225).
RECREATIONALLY TOWING YOUR
VEHICLE - 2.7L
Note:Put your climate control system inrecirculated air mode to prevent exhaustfumes from entering the vehicle. SeeClimate Control (page 157).
Follow these guidelines if you have a needfor recreational towing. An example ofrecreational towing would be towing yourvehicle behind a motorhome. We designedthese guidelines to prevent damage to yourtransmission.
You can recreational tow your vehicle withall four wheels on the ground using theManual Park Release procedure, or with allfour wheels off the ground using a vehicletransport trailer. If you are using a vehicletransport trailer, follow the instructionsspecified by the equipment provider.
If you recreational tow your vehicle with allfour wheels on the ground:
•Only tow your vehicle in the forwarddirection.
•Use the manual park release procedure.See Using Manual Park Release (page216). Failure to do so may result indamage to the transmission.
•Do not exceed 65 mph (105 km/h).
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MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
Service your vehicle regularly to helpmaintain its roadworthiness and resale value.There is a large network of authorizeddealers that are there to help you with theirprofessional servicing expertise. We believethat their specially trained technicians arebest qualified to service your vehicle properlyand expertly. They are supported by a widerange of highly specialized tools developedspecifically for servicing your vehicle.
If your vehicle requires professional service,an authorized dealer can provide thenecessary parts and service. Check yourwarranty information to find out which partsand services are covered.
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants,fluids and service parts conforming tospecifications. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 408).
•Do not work on a hot engine.
•Make sure that nothing gets caught inmoving parts.
•Do not work on a vehicle with the enginerunning in an enclosed space, unless youare sure you have enough ventilation.
•Keep all open flames and other burningmaterial, such as cigarettes, away fromthe battery and all fuel related parts.
•Set the parking brake, shift thetransmission to park (P) and block thewheels.
OPENING AND CLOSING THE
HOOD
Opening the Hood
1.Inside the vehicle, pull the hood releasehandle located under the left-hand sideof the instrument panel.
2.Slightly lift the hood.
3.Release the hood latch by pushing thesecondary release lever to your left-handside.
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