2023 LINCOLN NAVIGATOR Owners Manual

LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Make sure that youproperly secure objects in the luggagecompartment. Failure to follow thisinstruction could result in personal injuryin the event of a sudden stop or crash.
WARNING: Do not place objects onthe luggage cover. Failure to follow thisinstruction could result in personal injuryor death in the event of a sudden stop orcrash.
WARNING: The appropriate loadingcapacity of your vehicle can be limitedeither by volume capacity (how muchspace is available) or by payload capacity(how much weight the vehicle shouldcarry). Once you have reached themaximum payload of your vehicle, do notadd more cargo, even if there is spaceavailable. Overloading or improperlyloading your vehicle can contribute to lossof vehicle control and vehicle rollover.
WARNING: Make sure that you fullyclose the liftgate to prevent exhaust fumesfrom entering your vehicle. If you areunable to fully close the liftgate, open theair vents or the windows to allow fresh airto enter your vehicle. Failure to follow thisinstruction could result in personal injuryor death.
WARNING: Do not exceed themaximum front and rear axle loads for yourvehicle.
Note: When loading long objects into yourvehicle, for example pipes, timber orfurniture, be careful not to damage theinterior trim.
INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE
LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT CARGO
NET
WARNING: This net is not designedto restrain objects during a collision orheavy braking.
1.Fold down the hooks on the top of therear quarter trim panel.
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2.Attach the loop end of the net to theupper hook. Use one prong on the hookfor the net attachment.
3.Attach the bottom of the net to the loweranchor point.
4.Repeat this procedure on the other sideof your vehicle.
ADJUSTING THE LUGGAGE
COMPARTMENT LOAD FLOOR
Short Wheelbase Load Floor
Lift up on the handle to open the cover.
Note:The board operates with frictionhinges. This allows you to put it in anyposition between a 0° and a 90° angle.
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To close, lower the cover.
Long Wheelbase Load Floor
The bi-folding load floor provides access totwo separate storage compartments.
Lift up on the handle and fold it back to openthe cover.
Note:The board operates with frictionhinges. This allows you to put it in anyposition between a 0° and a 90° angle.
To access the second storage compartment,fold the cover back a second time.
To close, lower the cover.
ADJUSTING THE LUGGAGE
COMPARTMENT DIVIDER
Advanced Luggage CompartmentDivider (If Equipped)
WARNING: Do not load any objectson the shelf that may obstruct your visionor strike occupants of the vehicle in thecase of a sudden stop or collision.
WARNING: Do not place people orpets on or under the parcel shelf.
Forward Divider
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To move the board into the divider position,lift up on the handle and position the boardvertically at a 90° angle.
Note:The board operates with frictionhinges. This allows you to put it in anyposition between a 0° and a 90° angle.
Cargo Shelf
To move the board into the shelf position,lift the board and move it to the horizontalposition. Once the board is horizontal, insertthe forward-facing nubs into the hooks oneither side.
For the short wheelbase, it is necessary toraise up the second panel toward the frontof the vehicle when you have the seatsfolded down.
For the long wheelbase, it is necessary toraise up the second panel toward the frontof the vehicle.
Note:Before moving the board into the shelfposition, you may need to flip down thehooks.
Note:Do not put more than 50 lb (22 kg) onthe shelf.
Rear Barrier (Bulkhead Position)
To move the board into the rear barrier orbulkhead position, lift the board and move itto the vertical position. Once the board isvertical, insert the rearward facing nubs intothe hooks on either side.
Note:Before moving the board into the rearbarrier or bulkhead position, you may needto flip down the hooks.
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CONNECTING A TRAILER
PRECAUTIONS
Do not tow a trailer until you drive yourvehicle at least 1,000 mi (1,600 km).
Consult your local motor vehicle laws fortowing a trailer.
See the instructions included with towingaccessories for the proper installation andadjustment specifications.
Service your vehicle more frequently if youtow a trailer. See Normal ScheduledMaintenance (page 533).
If you use a rental trailer, follow theinstructions the rental agency gives you.
When attaching the trailer wiring connectorto your vehicle, only use a proper fittingconnector that works with the vehicle andtrailer functions.
Account for the trailer coupler weight as partof your vehicle load when calculating thetotal vehicle weight.
Do not exceed the load limits. See NormalScheduled Maintenance (page 533).
HITCHES
INSTALLING A HITCH
WARNING: Do not cut, drill, weld ormodify the trailer hitch. Modifying the trailerhitch could reduce the hitch rating.
Do not use a hitch that either clamps ontothe bumper or attaches to the axle. You mustdistribute the load in your trailer so that10-15% of the total weight of the trailer is onthe tongue. Do not exceed the tongue loadrating indicated on the hitch receiver.
Trailer Hitch Cover
Your vehicle has a removable trailer hitchcover. To remove the trailer hitch cover:
1.Grab the trailer hitch cover at the bottomand pull towards the rear of the vehicleuntil the bottom of the trailer hitch coverunsnaps from the bumper.
2.Grab the trailer hitch cover at the edgeand rotate until the top of the trailer hitchcover unsnaps from the bumper, thenremove the trailer hitch cover.
To install the trailer hitch cover:
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1.Line up the snaps on the trailer hitchcover to the holes on the bumper andpush forward until it snaps into place.
HOOKING UP A TRAILER USING AWEIGHT-DISTRIBUTING HITCH
WARNING: Do not adjust the springbars so that your vehicle's rear bumper ishigher than before attaching the trailer.Doing so will defeat the function of theweight-distributing hitch, which may causeunpredictable handling, and could resultin serious personal injury.
A weight-distributing hitch helps distributetongue load to all towing vehicle and trailerwheels. For more information, visit the linksin the following table.
WebsiteMarket
https://www.fleet.ford.com/towing-guides/
United States ofAmerica
https://www.fleet.ford.ca/towing-guides/
Canada
CONNECTING A TRAILER
Recognizing a Trailer
1.Attach the trailer and wiring connectorto your vehicle.
2.Switch on your vehicle.
3.Set up a profile for the trailer using thetouchscreen.
Note:If your vehicle does not recognize thetrailer, press and hold the brake pedal for afew seconds.
Note:Trailer profiles store trailer types,dimensions, preferences, trailer specificmileage and fuel economy.
Note:Disabling the trailer detectionnotification makes the default trailer profileactive when a connection is detected.
When attaching the trailer wiring connectorto your vehicle, only use a proper fittingconnector that works with the vehicle andtrailer functions.
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Trailer Light Check
WARNING: Never connect any trailerlamp wiring to the vehicle's tail lamp wiring;this may damage the electrical systemresulting in fire. Contact your authorizeddealer as soon as possible for assistancein proper trailer tow wiring installation.Additional electrical equipment may berequired.
Most towed vehicles require trailer lamps.Make sure all running lights, brake lights, turnsignals and hazard lights are working.
Safety Chains
Install trailer safety chains to the trailer hitchas recommended by the manufacturer. Crossthe chains under the trailer coupler and allowenough slack for turning tight corners. Donot allow the chains to drag on the ground.
Note:Do not attach safety chains to thebumper. Always connect the safety chainsto the frame or hook retainers of your trailerhitch.
If the trailer safety chain hook has a latch,make sure to fully close the latch.
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CONNECTING A TRAILER – TROUBLESHOOTING
CONNECTING A TRAILER – INFORMATION MESSAGES
DescriptionMessage
The system senses a trailer connection becomes disconnected, eitherintentionally or unintentionally, during a given ignition cycle.Trailer Disconnected
There are certain faults in your vehicle wiring and trailer wiring orbrake system.Trailer Wiring Fault
There is a fault with your trailer battery, or your trailer battery voltageis very low.Trailer Battery Not Charging See Manual
One or more tires on your trailer is below the specified tire pressure.Trailer Tire Low Specified:
Displays when one or more tires on the trailer is above the recom-mended temperature.Trailer Tire Over Temperature
A trailer tire pressure sensor is malfunctioning. If the warning stayson or continues to come on, have the system checked as soon aspossible.
Trailer Tire Pressure Sensor Fault
The trailer tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning. If thewarning stays on or continues to come on, have the system checked.Trailer Tire Pressure Monitor Fault
The system cannot detect the trailer tire pressure monitoring system.Trailer Tire Pressure Monitor Capability Not Detected
The trailer tire pressure monitoring system is not setup.Trailer Tire Pressure Indication Not Setup See Manual
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