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NORMAL 4A - 4X4 (If Equipped)
For general on-road driving. Use this modeon normal firm surfaces such as dry or wetpavement and hard packed dirt or gravelroads. Delivers power to all four wheels, asrequired.
Four-wheel drive auto is the defaultfour-wheel drive mode. All four-wheel drivemodes are selectable when in normal 4Amode.
The electronic locking differential is availablebelow 25 mph (40 km/h). See What Is theElectronic Limited-Slip Differential (page230).
SLIPPERY - 4X4
For less than ideal road conditions, such assnow or ice covered roads. Slippery modeinspires confidence without taking away fromdriving pleasure. Slippery mode lowersthrottle response and optimizes shifting forslippery surfaces.
Four-wheel drive high is the defaultfour-wheel drive mode. Two-wheel drive highis not available in slippery mode.
The electronic locking differential is availablebelow 25 mph (40 km/h). See What Is theElectronic Limited-Slip Differential (page230).
Note:Do not use this mode when driving ondry pavement. This could cause drivelinebind up and damage the system dependingon the four-wheel drive mode selection. SeeFour-Wheel Drive (page 224).
SLIPPERY - 4X2
For less than ideal road conditions, such assnow or ice covered roads. Slippery modeinspires confidence without taking away fromdriving pleasure. Slippery mode lowersthrottle response and optimizes shifting forslippery surfaces.
Four-wheel drive auto is the defaultfour-wheel drive mode. Two-wheel drive highis not available in slippery mode.
The electronic locking differential is availablebelow 25 mph (40 km/h). See What Is theElectronic Limited-Slip Differential (page230).
Note:Do not use this mode when driving ondry pavement. This could cause drivelinebind up and damage the system dependingon the four-wheel drive mode selection. SeeFour-Wheel Drive (page 224).
SLOW CLIMB (If Equipped)
Used when you need extra power, such aswhen climbing steep grades, going throughdeep sand or pulling a boat out of a launchramp.
Four-wheel drive low is the only four-wheeldrive mode available in slow climb mode.
The electronic locking differential engageswhen you select this mode at any speed, andyou can disengage it at any time using thebutton. See What Is the ElectronicLimited-Slip Differential (page 230).
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Note:: Do not use this mode when drivingon pavement or packed snow. This couldcause driveline bind up and damage thesystem depending on the four-wheel drivemode selection. See Four-Wheel Drive(page 224).
DRIVE MODE CONTROL –
TROUBLESHOOTING
DRIVE MODE CONTROL – WARNINGLAMPS
Some drive modes reduce tractionand stability control performanceand the indicator illuminates in theinstrument cluster.
DRIVE MODE CONTROL – INFORMATION MESSAGES
ActionMessage
You have selected a four-wheel drive mode that is not available inthe current drive mode. Select an available four-wheel drive mode.Selected 4x4 Mode Not Available in Current Drive Mode
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DRIVE MODE CONTROL –FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why did the system default to normalmode?
If a mode is unavailable due to a systemfault, it defaults to normal mode and thedriveline settings remain the same asprior to the system fault.
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WHAT IS THE LANE KEEPING
SYSTEM
Lincoln Co-Pilot 360 and 360+
The lane keeping system alerts you byproviding temporary steering assistance orsteering wheel vibration when it detects anunintended lane departure.
HOW DOES THE LANE KEEPING
SYSTEM WORK
The lane keeping system uses a forwardlooking camera mounted on the windshieldto monitor vehicle movement within thetravel lane.
When the camera detects a drift out of thetravel lane, the lane keeping system alertsthe driver by vibrating the steering wheel, oraids the driver by providing a small steeringinput to move the vehicle back into the travellane.
The driver can select one of three modes:
•Alert (If Equipped)
•Aid
•Alert + Aid
LANE KEEPING SYSTEM
PRECAUTIONS
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: The system will notoperate if the sensor cannot track the roadlane markings.
WARNING: The sensor mayincorrectly track lane markings as otherstructures or objects. This can result in afalse or missed warning.
WARNING: In cold and severeweather conditions the system may notfunction. Rain, snow and spray can all limitsensor performance.
WARNING: The system may notoperate properly if the sensor is blocked.Keep the windshield free from obstruction.
WARNING: If damage occurs in theimmediate area surrounding the sensor,have your vehicle checked as soon aspossible.
WARNING: The system may notcorrectly operate if your vehicle is fittedwith a suspension kit not approved by us.
WARNING: Large contrasts in outsidelighting can limit sensor performance.
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LANE KEEPING SYSTEM
LIMITATIONS
The lane keeping system only operates whenthe vehicle speed is greater than 40 mph(64 km/h).
The system works when the camera candetect at least one lane marking.
Note:When you select Aid or Alert and Aidmode and the system detects no steeringactivity for a short period of time, the systemalerts you to put your hands on the steeringwheel. The system may detect a light grip ortouch on the steering wheel as hands-offdriving.
The lane keeping system may not correctlyoperate in any of the following conditions:
•The lane keeping system does not detectat least one lane marking.
•You switch the turn signal on.
•You apply direct steering, accelerate fastor brake hard.
•The vehicle speed is less than 40 mph(64 km/h).
•The anti-lock brake, stability control ortraction control system activates.
•The lane is too narrow.
•Something is obscuring the camera or itis unable to detect the lane markings dueto environment, traffic or vehicleconditions.
•Entering or exiting a tight curve whendriving at high speeds.
The lane keeping system may not correctlane positioning in any of the followingconditions:
•High winds.
•Uneven road surfaces.
•Heavy or uneven loads.
•Incorrect tire pressure.
SWITCHING THE LANE KEEPING
SYSTEM ON AND OFF
To activate the lane keepingsystem, press the button on thesteering wheel.
To deactivate the lane keeping system, pressthe button again.
Note:When switching the system on or offa message appears in the information andentertainment display to show the status.
Note:The system stores the on or off settinguntil manually changed, unless it detects aMyKey™. If the system detects a MyKey™, itdefaults to the last setting for that MyKey™.
Note: If the system detects a MyKey™,pressing the button does not affect the onor off status of the system. You can onlychange the mode and intensity settings.
SWITCHING THE LANE KEEPING
SYSTEM MODE
The lane keeping system has differentsettings that you can view or adjust usingthe information display.
The system stores the last known selectionfor each of these settings. You do not needto readjust your settings each time youswitch on the system.
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To change the lane keeping system mode,use the touchscreen:
1.Press Features on the touchscreen.
2.Press Driver Assistance.
3.Press Lane-Keeping System.
4.Press Lane-Keeping Mode.
5.Select a mode.
Note:The system remembers the last settingwhen you start your vehicle. If the systemdetects a MyKey™, it defaults to the lastsetting for that MyKey™.
ALERT MODE
WHAT IS ALERT MODE
Alert mode vibrates the steering wheel whenit detects an unintended lane departure.
HOW DOES ALERT MODE WORK
When in alert mode, the lane keeping systemalerts you by vibrating the steering wheel.The intensity of the vibration is set throughthe lane keeping system menu.
ADJUSTING THE STEERING WHEELVIBRATION INTENSITY
To change the steering wheel vibrationintensity, use the touchscreen:
1.Press Features on the touchscreen.
2.Press Driver Assistance.
3.Press Lane-Keeping System.
4.Press Lane-Keeping Intensity.
5.Select an intensity setting.
AID MODE
WHAT IS AID MODE
Aid mode provides temporary steeringassistance toward the center of the lane.
HOW DOES AID MODE WORK
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The lane keeping system aids you when anunintentional lane departure occurs. Thesystem provides a small steering input tomove the vehicle towards the center of thelane.
ALERT AND AID MODE
WHAT IS ALERT AND AID MODE
Alert and aid mode uses multiple features tokeep you in your lane. The system firstprovides a small steering input to bring yourvehicle back towards the center of the lane.If your vehicle moves too far out of the centerof the lane the system alerts you withvibration in the steering wheel.
HOW DOES ALERT AND AID MODEWORK
Alert.A
Aid.B
The lane keeping system detects a lanedeparture and provides aid when thevehicles enters B and applies the additionalalert warning if A is entered.
LANE KEEPING SYSTEM
INDICATORS
If you switch the lane keeping system on, agraphic with lane markings appears in theinformation display.
When you switch the system off, the lanemarking graphics do not display.
Note:The overhead vehicle graphic may stilldisplay if adaptive cruise control is enabled.
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While the lane keeping system is on, thecolor of the lane markings change to indicatethe system status.
RedYellowGreenGray
Indicates that the system isproviding or has just provided alane keeping alert warning.
Indicates that the system isproviding or has just provided alane keeping aid intervention.
Indicates that the system is avail-able or ready to provide a warningor intervention on the indicatedside.
Indicates that the system istemporarily unavailable to providea warning or intervention on theindicated side.
BLIND SPOT ASSIST
WHAT IS BLIND SPOT ASSIST
Blind spot assist is an extension of the lanekeeping system.
It may help you identify adjacent vehiclesduring a lane change.
Blind spot assist provides a blind spotwarning and steering assistance to helpduring lane changes.
HOW DOES BLIND SPOT ASSISTWORK
Activate and deactivate the systemusing the lane keeping systembutton on the steering wheel.
During lane changes, the design of the blindspot assist feature detects vehicles in, orapproaching, your blind spot and providesa warning, plus steering assistance to directyour vehicle back into your lane.
When active, this system functions with orwithout the use of direction indicators andhazard flashers.
You must keep your hands on the steeringwheel at all times.
BLIND SPOT ASSIST LIMITATIONS
All system limitations present in the basiclane keeping system also apply to blind spotassist.
Blind spot assist does not function under thefollowing conditions:
•No lane markings are detected.
•One or both rear radar sensors becomeblocked or faulty.
•Attaching bike or cargo racks couldcause false alerts due to obstruction ofthe sensor.
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Blind spot assist may have difficulty detectinghazards under the following conditions:•If a vehicle is approaching in an adjacentlane at a speed higher than your vehicle.
•Bad weather obstructing the sensors.
BLIND SPOT ASSIST INDICATORS
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The lane keeping aid warning lamp or redlane marking in your instrument clusterdisplay indicate blind spot assist activation.In addition, the blind spot information systemalert indicator flashes on the exterior mirroron the same side as the detection. See BlindSpot Information System (page 311).
BLIND SPOT ASSIST WITH TRAILER
COVERAGE
WHAT IS BLIND SPOT ASSIST WITHTRAILER COVERAGE
Blind spot assist with trailer coverage is anextension of the lane keeping system.
It may help you identify adjacent vehiclesduring a lane change.
Blind spot assist provides a blind spotwarning and steering assistance to helpduring lane changes.
When attaching a trailer, ensure you haveproperly set up the trailer coverage settings.See Blind Spot Information System WithTrailer Coverage (page 313).
HOW DOES BLIND SPOT ASSIST WITHTRAILER COVERAGE WORK
Activate and deactivate the systemusing the lane keeping systembutton on the steering wheel.
During lane changes, the design of the blindspot assist feature detects vehicles in, orapproaching, your blind spot and providesa warning, plus steering assistance to directyour vehicle back into your lane.
If a supported trailer is connected, thefunction is reduced to only detecting vehicleson both sides of your vehicle and trailer,extending rearward from the exterior mirrorsto the end of your trailer. See Blind SpotInformation System With Trailer Coverage(page 313).
When active, this system functions with orwithout the use of direction indicators andhazard flashers.
You must keep your hands on the steeringwheel at all times.
BLIND SPOT ASSIST WITH TRAILERCOVERAGE LIMITATIONS
All system limitations present in the basiclane keeping system also apply to blind spotassist.
Blind spot assist does not function under thefollowing conditions:
•The system does not detect lanemarkings.
•One or both rear radar sensors becomeblocked or faulty.
•You have not configured the attachedtrailer correctly in the trailer tow menusor you attached an unsupported trailer.The system only supports certain trailershapes and dimensions.
Note:Blind spot assist with trailer coveragecould have reduced performance if any ofthe above limitations are present.
Blind spot assist may have difficulty detectinghazards under the following conditions:
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