tow LINCOLN NAUTILUS 2022 Owner's Manual

WHAT IS THE CATALYTIC
CONVERTER
The catalytic converter is part of yourvehicle's emissions system and filters harmfulpollutants from the exhaust gas.
CATALYTIC CONVERTER
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Do not park, idle or driveyour vehicle on dry grass or other dryground cover. The emission system heatsup the engine compartment and exhaustsystem, creating the risk of fire.
WARNING: The normal operatingtemperature of the exhaust system is veryhigh. Never work around or attempt torepair any part of the exhaust system untilit has cooled. Use special care whenworking around the catalytic converter.The catalytic converter heats up to a veryhigh temperature after only a short periodof engine operation and stays hot after theengine is switched off.
WARNING: Exhaust leaks may resultin entry of harmful and potentially lethalfumes into the passenger compartment. Ifyou smell exhaust fumes inside yourvehicle, have your vehicle inspectedimmediately. Do not drive if you smellexhaust fumes.
To avoid damaging the catalytic converter:
•Do not crank the engine for more than10 seconds at a time.
•Do not run the engine with a spark pluglead disconnected.
•Do not push-start or tow-start yourvehicle. Use booster cables. See JumpStarting Precautions (page 316).
•Use the correct fuel. See Fuel andRefueling (page 201).
•Do not switch the ignition off when yourvehicle is moving.
•Avoid running out of fuel.
•Have the items listed in scheduledmaintenance information performedaccording to the specified schedule.
Note:Do not make any unauthorizedchanges to your vehicle or engine. By law,vehicle owners and anyone whomanufactures, repairs, or services a fleet ofvehicles are not permitted to intentionallyremove an emission control device orprevent it from working.
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MANUALLY SHIFTING GEARS (IF EQUIPPED)
SHIFTING USING THE PADDLESHIFTERS
The instrument cluster displays the currentgear. The current gear flashes when yourvehicle cannot shift into the requested gear.Your vehicle will not shift if the requestedgear raises or lowers the engine speedbeyond the limit.
Your vehicle could shift when you fully pressthe accelerator or brake pedal.
Note:Prolonged driving with high enginespeed could cause vehicle damage notcovered by vehicle warranty.
Note:Drive modes could affect when thevehicle shifts into the requested gear.
Manually Shifting in Drive (D)
Use this feature when overtaking anothervehicle, or to temporarily change gear.
•Pull any paddle to switch the feature on.
•Pull the right (+) paddle to upshift.
•Pull the left (-) paddle to downshift.
•Hold the (+) paddle for a few seconds toswitch the feature off.
Note:The feature switches off after a shortperiod of time if neither paddle is pulled.
Manually Shifting in Sport (S)
Use this feature for engine braking on hillyor mountainous roads, or to select a specificgear.
•Pull any paddle to switch the feature on.
•Pull the right (+) paddle to upshift.
•Pull the left (-) paddle to downshift.
•Hold the (+) paddle for a few seconds toswitch the feature off.
TEMPORARY NEUTRAL MODE
WHAT IS TEMPORARY NEUTRALMODE
This mode keeps your vehicle in neutral (N),for a limited time, when you exit your vehicleor switch your vehicle off.
Note:Do not tow your vehicle in this mode.
TEMPORARY NEUTRAL MODE
LIMITATIONS
Your vehicle could shift to park (P) after 30minutes, or when the vehicle battery chargelevel is low. Prolonged use of this mode cancause the vehicle battery to run out ofcharge.
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Do not tow your vehicle in this mode. Failureto follow these instructions could result invehicle damage not covered by the vehiclewarranty.
ENTERING TEMPORARY NEUTRAL
MODE
1.Power your vehicle on.
2.Bring your vehicle to a complete stop.
3.Press and hold the brake pedal.
4.Shift into neutral (N).
Note:An instructional message appears.
5.Press the neutral (N) button.
Note:A confirmation message appearswhen your vehicle enters the mode.
6.Release the brake pedal.
Note:Your vehicle is free to roll.
7.Switch your vehicle off.
Note:Do not tow your vehicle in this mode.
Note:The neutral (N) indicator on thetransmission selector may flash in this mode.
EXITING TEMPORARY NEUTRALMODE
1.Press the brake pedal.
2.Shift into park (P), or power your vehicleon and shift into drive (D) or reverse (R).
AUTOMATIC RETURN TO PARK (P)
WHAT IS AUTOMATIC RETURN TOPARK (P)
Your vehicle shifts into park (P) if you attemptto exit your vehicle without the transmissionin park (P).
HOW DOES AUTOMATIC RETURN TOPARK (P) WORK
Your vehicle shifts into park (P) when yourvehicle is stationary and any of the followingoccur:
•You switch the vehicle off.
•You open the driver door with yourseatbelt unlatched.
•You unlatch the driver seatbelt when thedriver door is open.
Note:Do not use automatic return to park(P) when your vehicle is moving, except inan emergency. See Stopping the EngineWhen Your Vehicle is Moving (page 193).
AUTOMATIC RETURN TO PARK (P)LIMITATIONS
Automatic return to park may not work if thedoor ajar switch is malfunctioning.
See an authorized dealer if any of thefollowing occur:
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3.Sit in the drivers seat.
4.Switch the ignition on.
Note:Do not activate manual park releasewhen the engine is started.
5.Press and hold the brake pedal. Do notrelease.
6.Pull the tether outward toward you. Movethe tether to the lower right-hand cornerand seat the metal bead in the pocket.
Note:A message appears in the informationdisplay when your vehicle is out of park (P).If you do not receive a message, release thetether and start the procedure again.
7.Release the parking brake. See ElectricParking Brake (page 223).
Note:Your vehicle is free to roll.
8.Switch the ignition off.
9.Disconnect the negative battery cablefrom the battery.
Note:If the vehicle detects wheel movementbefore the battery is disconnected, theelectric parking brake could apply.
Returning Your Vehicle to Normal Mode
1.Reconnect the negative battery cable tothe battery.
2.Apply the parking brake.
Note:If the vehicle battery has run out ofcharge, use an external power source toapply the parking brake.
Note:If the vehicle detects wheel movement,the electric parking brake could apply.
3.Sit in the drivers seat.
4.Press and hold the brake pedal. Do notrelease.
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5.Pull the tether outward toward you. Movetether left and into the stowed position.
6.Start your vehicle. Confirm the instrumentcluster displays park (P).
Note:If the instrument cluster does notdisplay park (P) or if Park Not Available,Transmission Not In Park or Shift SystemFault message appears in the informationdisplay, contact an authorized dealer forservice. Switch the ignition off and apply theparking brake before you leave your vehicle.
7.Reinstall the access cover.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
AUDIBLE WARNINGS
Transmission Not In Park (P) AudibleWarning
Sounds if you open the driver door beforeshifting into park (P).
Park (P) Selection Audible Warning
Sounds when you shift into park (P).
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION –
TROUBLESHOOTING
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION –INFORMATION MESSAGES
You switched theengine off and shiftselect lever is in anyposition other thanpark (P).
Shift to Park
Transmission is toocold. Wait for it towarm up before youdrive.
TransmissionWarming Up PleaseWait
The transmission isoverheating andneeds to cool. Stopin a safe place assoon as it’s possible.
Transmission OverTemperature StopSafely
Have systemchecked as soon aspossible.
TransmissionService Required
The transmission isoverheating andneeds to cool. Stopin a safe place assoon as it’s possible.
Transmission TooHot Press Brake
The transmission haslimited functionality. Have systemchecked as soon aspossible.
Transmission LimitedFunction See Manual
A reminder to shiftinto park. In addition,this message istypical after recon-necting or rechar-ging the battery untilyou cycle the igni-tion to the on mode.See Changing the12V Battery (page353).
Transmission Not inPark
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BRAKE PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Driving your vehicle withthe warning lamp on is dangerous. Asignificant decrease in brakingperformance may occur. It may take youlonger to stop your vehicle. Have yourvehicle checked as soon as possible.Driving extended distances with theparking brake engaged can cause brakefailure and the risk of personal injury.
Wet brakes result in reduced brakingefficiency. Gently press the brake pedal afew times when leaving a car wash or drivingfrom standing water to dry the brakes.
Note:Depending on applicable laws andregulations in the country for which yourvehicle was originally built, the stoplampscould flash during heavy braking. Followingthis the hazard warning flashers could alsoturn on when your vehicle comes to a stop.
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEMLIMITATIONS
The anti-lock braking system does noteliminate the risk of crash when:
•You drive too closely to the vehicle infront of you.
•Your vehicle is hydroplaning.
•You take corners too fast.
•The road surface is poor.
Note: If the system activates, the brakepedal could pulse and travel further. Maintain pressure on the brake pedal.
BRAKE OVER ACCELERATOR
In the event the accelerator pedal becomesstuck or entrapped, apply steady and firmpressure to the brake pedal to slow thevehicle and reduce engine power. If youexperience this condition, apply the brakesand bring your vehicle to a safe stop. Move
the transmission to park (P), switch theengine off and apply the parking brake.Inspect the accelerator pedal for anyinterference. If none are found and thecondition persists, have your vehicle towedto the nearest authorized dealer.
LOCATING THE BRAKE FLUID
RESERVOIR
See Under Hood Overview (page 341).
CHECKING THE BRAKE FLUID
WARNING: Do not use any fluid otherthan the recommended brake fluid as thiswill reduce brake efficiency. Use ofincorrect fluid could result in the loss ofvehicle control, serious personal injury ordeath.
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WHAT IS THE ELECTRIC PARKING
BRAKE
The electric parking brake is used to holdyour vehicle on slopes and flat roads.
APPLYING THE ELECTRIC
PARKING BRAKE
WARNING: Always fully apply theparking brake and make sure you shift intopark (P). Failure to follow this instructioncould result in personal injury or death.
WARNING: If you drive extendeddistances with the parking brake applied,you could cause damage to the brakesystem.
The switch is on the lower part ofthe instrument panel.
1.Pull the switch up.
The red warning lamp flashes duringoperation and illuminates when the parkingbrake is applied.
Note:You can apply the electric parkingbrake when the ignition is off.
Note:The electric parking brake could applywhen the transmission selector is in park (P).See Park (P) (page 210).
APPLYING THE ELECTRIC
PARKING BRAKE IN AN
EMERGENCY
You can use the electric parking brake toslow or stop your vehicle in an emergency.
1.Pull the switch up and hold it.
The electric parking brake continues to slowyour vehicle down unless you release theswitch.
The red warning lamp illuminates, a tonesounds and the stoplamps turn on when youuse the electric parking brake in anemergency.
Note:Do not apply the electric parking brakewhen your vehicle is moving, except in anemergency. If you repeatedly use the electricparking brake to slow or stop your vehicle,you could cause damage to the brakesystem.
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 aTrailer
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 enginehas developed sufficient torque toprevent your vehicle from rolling downthe hill.
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HOW DOES AUTO HOLD WORK
Auto Hold applies the brakes to hold yourvehicle after you stop it and release thebrake pedal. This can help when waiting ona hill or in traffic.
SWITCHING AUTO HOLD ON AND
OFF
WARNING: The system does notreplace the parking brake. When you leaveyour vehicle, always apply the parkingbrake.
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 take caremay result in the loss of control of yourvehicle, serious personal injury or death.
WARNING: The system will turn offif a malfunction is apparent. Failure to takecare may result in the loss of control ofyour vehicle, serious personal injury ordeath.
Select the drive assist menu in the centerdisplay screen to switch auto hold on andoff.
Note:You can only switch the system onafter you close the driver door, fasten yourseatbelt and start the engine.
Note:The system remembers the last settingwhen you start your vehicle.
Make sure you switch the system off beforetowing with your vehicle or before using anautomatic car wash.
USING AUTO HOLD
1.Bring your vehicle to a complete stop.The auto hold active indicator illuminatesin the information display.
2.Release the brake pedal. The systemholds your vehicle at a standstill. Theauto hold active indicator remainsilluminated in the information display.
3.Pull away in the normal manner. Thesystem releases the brakes and the autohold active indicator switches off.
Note:The system only activates if you applyenough brake pressure on the brake pedal.
Note:Under certain conditions, the systemcould apply the electric parking brake. Thebrake system warning lamp illuminates. Theelectric parking brake releases when youpress the accelerator pedal. SeeAutomatically Releasing the ElectricParking Brake (page 224).
Note:The system switches off if you shiftinto reverse (R) and press the brake pedal.
There could be actions that can cause theauto hold system not to work when thefollowing occur:
•When you use active park assist.
•Your vehicle is in stay in neutral mode.
•The driver door is open.
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SWITCHING PARKING AID ON AND
OFF
Press the parking aid button anduse the menu to turn the systemon and off.
The system can also be turned off using thepop-up message that appears when you arein reverse (R).
REAR PARKING AID
WHAT IS THE REAR PARKING AID
Rear parking sensors detect objects behindyour vehicle when in reverse (R).
REAR PARKING AID LIMITATIONS
There is a decreased coverage area at theouter corners.
When using a programmed MyKey, youcannot switch the rear parking aid off.
The rear parking aid sensors are active whenyour vehicle is in reverse (R) and the vehiclespeed is less than 5 mph (8 km/h).
The sensor coverage area is up to 71 in(180 cm) from the rear bumper.
The rear parking aid detects large objectswhen you shift into reverse (R) and any ofthe following occur:
•Your vehicle is moving backward at a lowspeed.
•Your vehicle is stationary but an objectis approaching the rear of your vehicleat a low speed.
•Your vehicle is moving backward at a lowspeed and an object is moving towardsyour vehicle, for example another vehicleat a low speed.
The system shall provide no audible warningfor the object behind the vehicle when inneutral (N) gear.
LOCATING THE REAR PARKING AIDSENSORS
The rear parking aid sensors are in the rearbumper.
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REAR PARKING AID AUDIBLEWARNINGS
A warning tone sounds when your vehicleapproaches an object. As your vehiclemoves closer to an object, the rate of thetone increases. The warning tonecontinuously sounds when an object is 12 in(30 cm) or less from the rear bumper.
If your vehicle remains stationary for a fewseconds, the audible warning turns off. If yourvehicle moves backward the tone soundsagain.
Note:When the parking aid system soundsa tone, the audio system could reduce theset volume.
FRONT PARKING AID (IF EQUIPPED)
WHAT IS THE FRONT PARKING AID
Front parking sensors detect objects in frontof your vehicle.
FRONT PARKING AID LIMITATIONS
The front parking aid sensors are activewhen your vehicle is in any position otherthan park (P) and the vehicle speed is lessthan 5 mph (8 km/h).
The sensor coverage area is up to 28 in(70 cm) from the bumper.
If your vehicle is in reverse (R), the frontparking aid detects objects when yourvehicle is moving at a low speed or an objectis moving toward your vehicle and providesan audible warning, for example anothervehicle at a low speed. If your vehicleremains stationary for a few seconds, theaudible warning turns off. Visual indicationis always active in reverse (R).
If your vehicle is in any forward gear, thefront parking aid provides audible warningsand visual indication when your vehicle ismoving at a speed of 5 mph (8 km/h) orbelow and the system detects an objectwithin the detection zone. If your vehicleremains stationary for a few seconds, thevisual indication and audible warning turnsoff.
If your vehicle is in neutral (N), the front andrear sensors provide visual indication onlywhen your vehicle is moving below a speedof 5 mph (8 km/h) and obstacles are detectedinside the detection areas. Once your vehiclestops, the visual indication and audiblewarning stops after a few seconds.
LOCATING THE FRONT PARKING AIDSENSORS
The front parking aid sensors are in the frontbumper.
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