traction control LINCOLN NAUTILUS 2020 Owners Manual

Brakes
General Information
...................................204
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes ......................................................................
205
Electric Parking Brake ...............................
205
Hill Start Assist .............................................
207
Auto Hold ......................................................
208
Traction Control
Principle of Operation .................................
210
Using Traction Control ................................
210
Stability Control
Principle of Operation ..................................
211
Using Stability Control ................................
212
Parking Aids
Principle of Operation .................................
214
Rear Parking Aid ...........................................
214
Front Parking Aid .........................................
216
Side Sensing System ..................................
218
Active Park Assist .......................................
220
Rear View Camera ......................................
228360 Degree Camera
...................................
231
Cruise Control
What Is Cruise Control ...............................
234
Switching Cruise Control On and Off .....
234
Setting the Cruise Control Speed ...........
234
Canceling the Set Speed ..........................
235
Resuming the Set Speed ..........................
235
Cruise Control Indicators ..........................
235
Using Adaptive Cruise Control - Vehicles With: Adaptive Cruise Control With Lane
Centering ..................................................
235
Driving Aids
Driver Alert ....................................................
246
Lane Keeping System ................................
247
Blind Spot Information System ................
253
Cross Traffic Alert ........................................
255
Steering .........................................................
260
Pre-Collision Assist ......................................
261
Drive Control ................................................
267Load Carrying
Rear Under Floor Storage
.........................
270
Cargo Nets ....................................................
270
Luggage Covers ...........................................
271
Roof Racks and Load Carriers .................
272
Load Limit ......................................................
273
Towing
Towing a Trailer ............................................
278
Trailer Sway Control ...................................
279
Recommended Towing Weights .............
279
Essential Towing Checks ...........................
281
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels - 2.0L ......................................................................
283
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels - 2.7L ......................................................................
283
Driving Hints
Breaking-In ...................................................
285
Reduced Engine Performance ................
285
Economical Driving .....................................
285
Cold Weather Precautions ........................
286
Driving Through Water ..............................
286
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WARNING: Do not set MyKey
maximum speed limit to a limit that will
prevent the driver from maintaining a safe
speed considering posted speed limits and
prevailing road conditions. The driver is
always responsible to drive in accordance
with local laws and prevailing conditions.
Failure to do so could result in accident or
injury. •
Various vehicle speed minders can be
set. Once you select a speed, it will be
shown in the display, followed by an
audible tone when the preselected
vehicle speed is exceeded.
• Audio system maximum volume of 45%.
A message will be shown in the display
when you attempt to exceed the limited
volume. Also, the speed-sensitive or
compensated automatic volume control
will be disabled.
• Always on setting. When this is selected,
you will not be able to switch off
AdvanceTrac ™ or traction control, 911
Assist or Emergency Assistance, or the
do not disturb feature (if your vehicle is
equipped with these features).
CREATING A MYKEY
Use the information display to create a
MyKey: 1. Insert the key you want to program into
the ignition. If your vehicle is equipped
with a push-button start, place the remote
control into the backup slot. See Starting
a Gasoline Engine
(page 173).
2. Switch the ignition on.
3. Access the main menu in the information
display and then scroll through the
menus to change the settings of your
MyKey. From the MyKey menu select the
option Create MyKey.
See Information
Displays (page 116).
4. When prompted, hold the OK button until
you see a message informing you to label
this key as a MyKey. The programmed
restrictions apply when you key off, open
and close the driver door and restart your
vehicle with the programmed key or
transmitter.
MyKey is successfully created. Make sure
you label it so you can distinguish it from the
admin keys.
You can also program configurable settings
for the key(s). See
Programming and
Changing Configurable Settings.
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It illuminates when you switch the ignition
on prior to engine start to check the bulb and
to indicate whether your vehicle is ready for
Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) testing.
Normally, it illuminates until the engine is
cranked and automatically turns off if no
malfunctions are present. However, if after
15 seconds it flashes eight times, this
indicates that your vehicle is not ready for
Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) testing.
See Catalytic Converter (page 189).
Stability Control and Traction Control
Indicator Flashes during operation.
If it does not illuminate when you
switch the ignition on, or remains
on when the engine is running, this indicates
a malfunction. Have your vehicle checked
as soon as possible.
Note: The system turns off if there is a
malfunction.
See Using Stability Control (page 212). See
Using Traction Control
(page 210). Stability Control and Traction Control
Off Warning Lamp It illuminates when you switch the
system off.
AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND
INDICATORS
Keyless Warning Alert
The horn will sound twice when you exit your
vehicle with the intelligent access key and
your vehicle is in RUN, indicating your vehicle
is still on.
Headlamps On Warning Chime
Sounds when you have left the headlamps
or parking lamps on and open the driver door
with the vehicle off. Parking Brake On Warning Chime
Sounds when you have left the parking brake
on and drive your vehicle. If the warning
chime remains on after you have released
the parking brake, have the system checked
by your authorized dealer immediately.
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Settings
Settings
Traction Control Enter the submenu and select your setting
Handling in D
Drive Control
Handling in S
Performance in S Enter the submenu and select your setting
Steering in D
Adaptive Steering
Steering in S
System
Blindspot
Driver Assistance
Cross Traffic Alert Enter the submenu and select your setting
Cruise Control
Driver Alert
Enter the submenu and select your setting
Mode
Lane Keeping System
Intensity
Sensitivity
Alert Sensitivity
Pre-Collision
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Settings
Power Liftgate
Remote Start
Silent Mode Enter the submenu and select your setting
Tire Mobility Kit
Follow onscreen directions to confirm or modify your settings.
Tire Monitor
Enter the submenu and select your setting
Windows
Follow onscreen directions to confirm or modify your settings.
MyKey Status
MyKey
Create MyKey Enter the submenu and select your setting
911 Assist
Do Not Disturb
Traction Control
Max Speed
Speed Minder
Volume Limiter
Follow onscreen directions to confirm or modify your settings.
Clear MyKeys
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Stability Control
Action
Message
Displayed when the system has detected a condition that requires service\
. Contact yourauthorized dealer as soon as possible.
Service AdvanceTrac
The traction control has been disabled or enabled by the driver.
AdvanceTrac Off On
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
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abrupt steering, acceleration or braking
which could result in an increased risk of
loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover
and personal injury. Use all available road
surface to return the vehicle to a safe
direction of travel.
• In the event of an emergency stop, avoid
skidding the tires and do not attempt any
sharp steering wheel movements.
• If your vehicle goes from one type of
surface to another, for example, from
concrete to gravel, there may be a
change in the way the vehicle responds
to a maneuver, such as, steering,
acceleration or braking. Again, avoid
these abrupt inputs.
Sand
When driving over sand, try to keep all four
wheels on the most solid area of the trail.
Avoid reducing the tire pressures but shift
to a lower gear and drive steadily through
the terrain. Apply the accelerator slowly and
avoid spinning the wheels. Driving your AWD in deep sand may cause
the AWD system to overheat. After the
system cools down, normal AWD function
returns.
Under severe operating conditions, the A/C
may cycle on and off to protect overheating
of the engine.
Avoid excessive speed because vehicle
momentum can work against you and cause
the vehicle to become stuck to the point that
you may need assistance from another
vehicle. Remember, you may be able to back
out the way you came if you proceed with
caution.
Mud and Water
If you must drive through high water, drive
slowly. Traction or brake capability may be
limited.
When driving through water, determine the
depth; avoid water higher than the bottom
of the wheel rims (for cars) or the bottom of
the hubs (for trucks) (if possible) and proceed
slowly. If the ignition system gets wet, the
vehicle may stall.
Once through water, always try the brakes.
Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as
effectively as dry brakes. Drying improves
when you move your vehicle slowly when
applying light pressure on the brake pedal.
Be cautious of sudden changes in vehicle
speed or direction when you are driving in
mud. Even AWD vehicles can lose traction
in slick mud. As when you are driving over
sand, apply the accelerator slowly and avoid
spinning your wheels. If the vehicle does
slide, steer in the direction of the slide until
you regain control of the vehicle.
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After driving through mud, clean off residue
stuck to rotating driveshafts and tires. Excess
mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts
causes an imbalance that could damage
drive components.
Note:
Driving through deep water may
damage the transmission.
If the front or rear axle is submerged in water,
have the power transfer unit (PTU) or rear
axle serviced by an authorized dealer. “Tread Lightly” is an educational program
designed to increase public awareness of
land-use regulations and responsibilities in
our nations wilderness areas. Our Company
joins the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau
of Land Management in encouraging you to
help preserve our national forest and other
public and private lands by “treading lightly.
”Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
Note:
Avoid driving crosswise or turning on
steep slopes or hills. A danger lies in losing
traction, slipping sideways and possibly
rolling over. Whenever driving on a hill,
determine beforehand the route you want
to use. Do not drive over the crest of a hill
without seeing what conditions are on the
other side. Do not drive in reverse (R) over
a hill without the aid of an observer.
Although natural obstacles may make it
necessary to travel diagonally up or down a
hill or steep incline, you should always try to
drive straight up or straight down.
When climbing a steep slope or hill, start in
a lower gear rather than downshifting to a
lower gear from a higher gear once the
ascent has started. This reduces strain on
the engine and the possibility of stalling.
If you do stall out, do not try to turn around
because you might roll over. It is better to
back down to a safe location. Apply just enough power to the wheels to
climb the hill. Too much power causes the
tires to slip, spin or lose traction, resulting in
loss of vehicle control.
Descend a hill in the same gear you would
use to climb up the hill to avoid excessive
brake application and brake overheating. Do
not descend in neutral (N); instead,
disengage overdrive or manually shift to a
lower gear. When descending a steep hill,
avoid sudden hard braking as you could lose
control. The front wheels have to be turning
in order to steer the vehicle.
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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
The traction control system helps avoid drive
wheel spin and loss of traction.
If your vehicle begins to slide, the system
applies the brakes to individual wheels and,
when needed, reduces engine power at the
same time. If the wheels spin when
accelerating on slippery or loose surfaces,
the system reduces engine power in order
to increase traction.
USING TRACTION CONTROL
WARNING: The stability and traction
control light illuminates steadily if the
system detects a failure. Make sure you
did not manually disable the traction
control system using the information
display controls or the switch. If the stability
control and traction control light is still illuminating steadily, have the system
serviced by an authorized dealer
immediately. Operating your vehicle with
the traction control disabled could lead to
an increased risk of loss of vehicle control,
vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
The system automatically turns on each time
you switch the ignition on.
If your vehicle is stuck in mud or snow,
switching traction control off may be
beneficial as this allows the wheels to spin.
Note: When you switch traction control off,
stability control remains fully active.
Switching the System Off
When you switch the system off or on, a
message appears in the information display
showing system status.
You can switch the system off with the
traction control switch. Using a Switch
Use the traction control switch on the
instrument panel to switch the system off or
on.
System Indicator Lights and Messages The stability and traction control
light:
• Temporarily illuminates on engine
start-up.
• Flashes when a driving condition
activates either of the systems.
• Illuminates if a problem occurs in either
of the systems. The stability and traction control
off light temporarily illuminates on
engine start-up and stays on when
you switch the traction control system off.
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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
WARNING: Vehicle modifications
involving braking system, aftermarket roof
racks, suspension, steering system, tire
construction and wheel and tire size may
change the handling characteristics of your
vehicle and may adversely affect the
performance of the electronic stability
control system. In addition, installing any
stereo loudspeakers may interfere with
and adversely affect the electronic stability
control system. Install any aftermarket
stereo loudspeaker as far as possible from
the front center console, the tunnel, and
the front seats in order to minimize the risk
of interfering with the electronic stability
control sensors. Reducing the
effectiveness of the electronic stability
control system could lead to an increased
risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle
rollover, personal injury and death. WARNING:
Remember that even
advanced technology cannot defy the laws
of physics. It’ s always possible to lose
control of a vehicle due to inappropriate
driver input for the conditions. Aggressive
driving on any road condition can cause
you to lose control of your vehicle
increasing the risk of personal injury or
property damage. Activation of the
electronic stability control system is an
indication that at least some of the tires
have exceeded their ability to grip the
road; this could reduce the operator’ s
ability to control the vehicle potentially
resulting in a loss of vehicle control, vehicle
rollover, personal injury and death. If your
electronic stability control system activates,
SLOW DOWN.
The system automatically turns on each time
you switch the ignition on.
If a fault occurs in either the stability control
or the traction control system, you may
experience the following conditions: •
The stability and traction control light
illuminates steadily.
• The stability control and traction control
systems do not enhance your vehicle's
ability to maintain traction of the wheels.
If a driving condition activates either the
stability control or the traction control system
you may experience the following conditions:
• The stability and traction control light
flashes.
• Your vehicle slows down.
• Reduced engine power.
• A vibration in the brake pedal.
• The brake pedal is stiffer than usual.
• If the driving condition is severe and your
foot is not on the brake, the brake pedal
may move as the system applies higher
brake force.
The stability control system has several
features built into it to help you maintain
control of your vehicle:
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