towing LINCOLN NAUTILUS 2021 Owners Manual

How Does Driver Alert Work
....................287
Driver Alert Precautions ............................
287
Driver Alert Limitations ..............................
288
Switching Driver Alert On and Off ..........
288
Driver Alert – Troubleshooting ................
288
Load Carrying
Load Carrying Precautions .......................
289
Locating the Safety Compliance Certification Labels ................................
290
What Is the Gross Axle Weight Rating ......................................................................
290
What Is the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ......................................................................
290
What Is the Gross Combined Weight Rating .........................................................
290
Calculating Payload .....................................
291
Calculating the Load Limit .........................
291
Roof Rack ......................................................
293
Luggage Compartment
Installing and Removing the Luggage Compartment Cargo Net ......................
295Installing and Removing the Luggage
Compartment Cover ..............................
295
Connecting a Trailer
Connecting a Trailer Precautions ............
297
Connecting a Trailer ...................................
297
Towing a Trailer
Towing a Trailer Precautions ....................
299
Trailer Brake Precautions ..........................
299
Towing a Trailer Limitations ......................
300
Loading Your Trailer ...................................
300
Trailer Towing Hints ....................................
300
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft ..................................................
301
Towing Weights and Dimensions ............
302
Trailer Sway Control
How Does Trailer Sway Control Work ......................................................................
304
Trailer Sway Control Precautions ............
304
Switching Trailer Sway Control On and Off ......................................................................
304 Driving Hints
Reduced Engine Performance
................
305
Cold Weather Precautions ........................
305
Breaking-In ...................................................
305
Driving Through Water ..............................
305
Driving Economically ..................................
306
Floor Mats .....................................................
306
Crash and Breakdown Information
Roadside Assistance ..................................
308
Switching the Hazard Flashers On and Off ......................................................................
309
Jump Starting the Vehicle .........................
309
Post-Crash Alert System ..............................
311
Automatic Crash Shutoff ............................
312
Transporting the Vehicle ............................
312
Towing Your Vehicle
Towing Your Vehicle Precautions .............
314
Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle - 2.0L, AWD ............................................................
314
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Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle - 2.0L,
FWD .............................................................314
Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle - 2.7L .......................................................................
314
Emergency Towing ......................................
315
Fuses
Fuse Precautions ..........................................
316
Under Hood Fuse Box ................................
316
Body Control Module Fuse Box ..............
326
Identifying Fuse Types ................................
331
Fuses – Troubleshooting ...........................
331
Maintenance
Maintenance Precautions .........................
332
Opening and Closing the Hood ..............
332
Under Hood Overview - 2.0L ...................
334
Under Hood Overview - 2.7L ...................
336
Engine Oil ......................................................
338
Checking the Coolant ................................
340
Changing the Engine Air Filter .................
344
Changing the Fuel Filter ............................
344
Drive Belt Routing Overview - 2.0L ........
345Drive Belt Routing Overview - 2.7L
.........
345
Changing the 12V Battery .........................
345
Adjusting the Headlamps ..........................
348
Exterior Bulbs ...............................................
350
Interior Bulbs ................................................
353
Vehicle Care
Cleaning Products .......................................
354
Cleaning the Exterior .................................
355
Waxing ............................................................
357
Cleaning the Interior ...................................
357
Repairing Minor Paint Damage ................
359
Body Styling Kits
Body Styling Kit Precautions ....................
360
Storing Your Vehicle
Preparing Your Vehicle for Storage .........
361
Removing Your Vehicle From Storage ......................................................................
362
Wheel and Tire Information
Locating the Tire label ...............................
363Department of Transportation Uniform Tire
Quality Grades .........................................
363
Information on the Tire Sidewall .............
364
Glossary of Tire Terminology ...................
369
Tire Replacement Requirements ............
369
Using Snow Chains .....................................
372
Tire Care
Checking the Tire Pressures ....................
374
Inflating the Tires .........................................
374
Inspecting the Tire for Wear .....................
375
Inspecting the Tire for Damage ...............
375
Inspecting the Wheel Valve Stems .........
376
Tire Rotation .................................................
376
Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit
What Is the Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit ......................................................................
378
Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit Precautions ......................................................................
378
Locating the Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit ......................................................................
378
Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit Components ......................................................................
379
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CUP HOLDERS
Cup Holder Precautions
WARNING: Use caution when
stowing items or hot drinks in the cup
holders. Items could become loose or spill
during hard braking, acceleration or
crashes. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in personal injury. UNDER FLOOR STORAGE
Locating the Rear Under Floor Storage The system is in the floor of the cargo area.
Lift the handle to open. Your vehicle may have an additional cover
that you can remove to access the spare tire
or tire mobility kit.
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FUEL QUALITY
Selecting the Correct Fuel
Your vehicle operates on regular unleaded
gasoline with a minimum pump (R+M)/2
octane rating of 87.
Some fuel stations, particularly those in high
altitude areas, offer fuels posted as regular
unleaded gasoline with an octane rating
below 87. The use of these fuels could result
in engine damage that will not be covered
by the vehicle Warranty. For best overall vehicle and engine
performance, premium fuel with an octane
rating of 91 or higher is recommended. The
performance gained by using premium fuel
is most noticeable in hot weather as well as
other conditions, for example when towing
a trailer. See Towing a Trailer (page 299).
Do not be concerned if the engine
sometimes knocks lightly. However, if the
engine knocks heavily while using fuel with
the recommended octane rating, contact an
authorized dealer to prevent any engine
damage.
We recommend Top Tier detergent
gasolines, where available to help minimize
engine deposits and maintain optimal vehicle
and engine performance.
For additional information, visit
www . toptiergas. com .
Note: Use of any fuel for which the vehicle
was not designed can impair the emission
control system, cause loss of vehicle
performance, and cause damage to the
engine which may not be covered by the
vehicle Warranty. Do not use:
•
Diesel fuel.
• Fuels containing kerosene or paraffin.
• Fuel containing more than 15% ethanol
or E85 fuel.
• Fuels containing methanol.
• Fuels containing metallic-based additives,
including manganese-based compounds.
• Fuels containing the octane booster
additive, methylcyclopentadienyl
manganese tricarbonyl (MMT).
• Leaded fuel, using leaded fuel is
prohibited by law.
The use of fuels with metallic compounds
such as methylcyclopentadienyl manganese
tricarbonyl, which is a manganese-based fuel
additive, will impair engine performance and
affect the emission control system.
LOCATING THE FUEL FILLER
FUNNEL
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MANUAL PARK RELEASE
What Is Manual Park Release
Manual park release allows you to move your
transmission out of the park (P) position in
the event of an electrical malfunction or
emergency.
Manual Park Release Precautions
WARNING: When doing this
procedure, you need to take the
transmission out of park (P) which means
your vehicle can roll freely. To avoid
unwanted vehicle movement, always fully
apply the parking brake prior to doing this
procedure. Use wheels chocks if
appropriate. WARNING:
If the parking brake is
fully released, but the brake warning lamp
remains illuminated, the brakes may not
be working properly. Have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible. WARNING: Do not drive your vehicle
until you verify that the stoplamps are
working.
Using Manual Park Release
Activating Manual Park Release Cable
Use this procedure to move your
transmission out of park (P) for towing.
1. Apply the parking brake.
See Electric
Parking Brake (page 221).
Note: If the vehicle battery has no charge,
use an external power source to apply the
parking brake.
2. Remove the manual park release access
cover. The cover is located under the
dash below the steering wheel. Do not
pull the orange tether. 3. Sit in the driver seat.
4. Without your foot on the brake pedal,
switch the ignition to the on position.
5. Fully press the brake pedal. Do not release.
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6. Pull the tether outward towards you.
Move the tether to the lower right-hand
corner and seat metal bead in the pocket. Note:
A confirmation message will appear
in the information display when your vehicle
is out of park (P). If you do not receive a
confirmation message, release the tether
and start the procedure again.
7. Release the parking brake. See Electric
Parking Brake (page 221).
Note: Your transmission is out of the park
(P) position. To avoid unwanted vehicle
movement, press and hold the brake pedal.
8. Without your foot on the brake pedal, switch the ignition to the off position.
9. Disconnect the negative (black) battery cable from the battery.
Note: If the vehicle detects wheel movement
before the battery is disconnected, the
electric parking brake could apply
automatically. Confirm vehicle rolls freely
before towing. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in vehicle damage
not covered by the vehicle warranty. Returning Your Vehicle to Normal
Mode
1. Once it is safe to do so, reconnect the
negative (black) battery cable to the
battery.
2. Apply the parking brake.
Note: If the vehicle battery has no charge,
use an external power source to apply the
parking brake.
Note: Do not pull the tether until you are in
the driver seat.
3. Once in the driver seat, fully apply the brake pedal and hold. Do not release.
Pull the orange tether outward towards
the driver seat.
4. Move the tether towards the left and release to return it to the rest position.
5. Stow the manual park release cable tether, install the access cover and
replace the screw.
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WHAT IS THE ELECTRIC PARKING
BRAKE
The electric parking brake is used to hold
your vehicle on slopes and flat roads.
APPLYING THE ELECTRIC
PARKING BRAKE
WARNING: Always fully apply the
parking brake and make sure you shift into
park (P). Failure to follow this instruction
could result in personal injury or death. WARNING:
If you drive extended
distances with the parking brake applied,
you could cause damage to the brake
system. WARNING:
The electric parking
brake does not operate if the vehicle
battery has run out of charge. The electronic parking brake
switch is on the center console. 1. Pull the switch up.
The red warning lamp flashes during
operation and illuminates when the parking
brake is applied.
Note:
You can apply the electric parking
brake when the power is off.
Note: The electric parking brake could apply
when you shift into park (P).
See Park (P)
(page 206).
APPLYING THE ELECTRIC
PARKING BRAKE IN AN
EMERGENCY
You can use the electric parking brake to
slow or stop your vehicle in an emergency.
1. Pull the switch up and hold it.
The electric parking brake continues to slow
your vehicle down unless you release the
switch.
The red warning lamp illuminates, a tone
sounds and the stoplamps turn on when you
use the electric parking brake in an
emergency. Note:
Do not apply the electric parking brake
when your vehicle is moving, except in an
emergency.
MANUALLY RELEASING THE
ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE
1. Switch the ignition on.
2. Press and hold the brake pedal.
3. Push the switch down.
The red warning lamp turns off.
Pulling Away on a Hill When Towing a
Trailer
1. Press and hold the brake pedal.
2. Pull the switch upward and hold it.
3. Shift into gear.
4. Press the accelerator pedal until engine has developed sufficient torque to
prevent your vehicle from rolling down
the hill.
5. Release the switch and pull away in a normal manner.
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HOW DOES AUTO HOLD WORK
Auto Hold applies the brakes to hold your
vehicle after you stop it and release the
brake pedal. This can help when waiting on
a hill or in traffic.
SWITCHING AUTO HOLD ON AND
OFF
WARNING: The system does not
replace the parking brake. When you leave
your vehicle, always apply the parking
brake. WARNING: You must remain in your
vehicle when the system turns on. At all
times, you are responsible for controlling
your vehicle, supervising the system and
intervening, if required. Failure to take care
may result in the loss of control of your
vehicle, serious personal injury or death. WARNING:
The system turns off if
there is a malfunction or if you excessively
rev the engine.
Select the drive assist menu in the center
display screen to switch auto hold on and
off.
Note: You can only switch the system on
after you close the driver door, fasten your
seatbelt and start the engine.
Note: The system remembers the last setting
when you start your vehicle.
Make sure you switch the system off before
towing with your vehicle or before using an
automatic car wash.
USING AUTO HOLD
1. Bring your vehicle to a complete stop. The auto hold active indicator illuminates
in the information display. 2. Release the brake pedal. The system
holds your vehicle at a standstill. The
auto hold active indicator remains
illuminated in the information display.
3. Pull away in the normal manner. The system releases the brakes and the auto
hold active indicator switches off.
Note: The system only activates if you apply
enough brake pressure on the brake pedal.
Note: Under certain conditions, the system
could apply the electric parking brake. The
brake system warning lamp illuminates. The
electric parking brake releases when you
press the accelerator pedal.
See
Automatically Releasing the Electric
Parking Brake
(page 222).
Note: The system switches off if you shift
into reverse (R) and press the brake pedal.
There could be actions that can cause the
auto hold system not to work when the
following occur:
• When you use active park assist.
• Your vehicle is in stay in neutral mode.
• The driver door is open.
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WHAT IS THE REAR VIEW CAMERA
The rear view camera provides a video
image of the area behind your vehicle when
the transmission is in reverse (R).
REAR VIEW CAMERA
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: The rear view camera
system is a reverse aid supplement device
that still requires the driver to use it in
conjunction with the interior and exterior
mirrors for maximum coverage. WARNING:
Objects that are close to
either corner of the bumper or under the
bumper, might not be seen on the screen
due to the limited coverage of the camera
system. WARNING:
Reverse your vehicle
slowly. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in the loss of control of your
vehicle, personal injury or death. WARNING:
Use caution when the
rear cargo door is ajar. If the rear cargo
door is ajar, the camera will be out of
position and the video image could be
incorrect. All guide lines disappear when
the rear cargo door is ajar. Failure to follow
this instruction could result in personal
injury. WARNING:
Use caution when turning
camera features on or off when the
transmission is not in park (P). Make sure
your vehicle is not moving.
Note: When towing, the camera only sees
what you are towing. This might not provide
adequate coverage and you might not see
some objects. In some vehicles, the guide
lines may disappear when you connect the
trailer tow connector. LOCATING THE REAR VIEW
CAMERA
The rear view camera is located on the cargo
door. It provides a video image of the area
behind your vehicle.
REAR VIEW CAMERA GUIDE LINES
Note:
Active guide lines and fixed guide lines
are only available when the transmission is
in reverse (R).
Note: The centerline is only available if the
active or fixed guide lines are on.
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HOW DOES ADAPTIVE CRUISE
CONTROL WITH STOP AND GO
WORK
Adaptive cruise control with stop and go
uses radar and camera sensors to maintain
a set gap between your vehicle and the
vehicle in front of you while following it to a
complete stop. Stop and go can also be set
to follow a vehicle directly in front of you and
adjust the set speed, while you are at a
complete stop.
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: You are responsible for
controlling your vehicle at all times. The
system is designed to be an aid and does
not relieve you of your responsibility to
drive with due care and attention. Failure
to follow this instruction could result in the
loss of control of your vehicle, personal
injury or death. WARNING:
Do not use adaptive
cruise control on winding roads, in heavy
traffic or when the road surface is slippery.
This could result in loss of vehicle control,
serious injury or death. WARNING:
Pay close attention to
changing road conditions such as entering
or leaving a highway, on roads with
intersections or roundabouts, roads
without visible lanes of travel, roads that
are winding, slippery, unpaved, or steep
slopes. WARNING:
The system is not a crash
warning or avoidance system. WARNING:
Do not use the system
when towing a trailer that has aftermarket
electronic trailer brake controls. Failure to
follow this instruction could result in the
loss of control of your vehicle, personal
injury or death. WARNING:
Do not use tire sizes
other than those recommended because
this can affect the normal operation of the
system. Failure to do so may result in a loss
of vehicle control, which could result in
serious injury. WARNING:
Do not use the system
with a snow plow blade installed. WARNING:
Do not use the system in
poor visibility, for example fog, heavy rain,
spray or snow.
When Following a Vehicle WARNING: When following a vehicle
that is braking, your vehicle does not
always decelerate quickly enough to avoid
a crash without driver intervention. Apply
the brakes when necessary. Failure to
follow this instruction could result in
personal injury or death.
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