LINCOLN NAUTILUS 2023 Owners Manual

•Inclement weather conditions including,but not limited to, high wind, heavy rain,and fog.
•Driving into direct sunlight.
•When modification to the steering systemhas been made, including alterations tothe steering wheel.
•When towing a trailer.
See Lane Centering Precautions (page 266).
Note:The system steering assistance islimited and may not have sufficient effort forall driving situations and/or conditions, suchas driving through tight curves or drivingthrough curves at high speeds.
Note:In exceptional conditions, the systemmay deviate from the lane center.
SWITCHING LANE CENTERING ONAND OFF
You must keep your hands on the steeringwheel at all times.
The controls are on the steering wheel.
Press the button.
The indicator appears in the informationdisplay. When the system is on, the color ofthe indicator changes to indicate the systemstatus.
You can override the system at any time bysteering your vehicle.
Note:The correct requirements must be metbefore you can switch the system on. SeeLane Centering Requirements (page 266).
LANE CENTERING ALERTS
When the system is active and detects nosteering activity for a certain period of time,the system alerts you to put your hands onthe steering wheel. If you do not react to thewarnings the system cancels and slows yourvehicle down to idle speeds whilemaintaining steering control.
The system also alerts you if your vehiclecrosses lane markings without detectedsteering activity.
Note:The system may detect a light grip ortouch on the steering wheel as hands-offdriving.
LANE CENTERING AUTOMATICCANCELLATION
When an external condition cancels thesystem, for example, no lane markingsavailable, a tone sounds and a messageappears in the information display.
If your vehicle starts to slow down,you must provide steering input tothe wheel and press and releasethe button to regain full system performance.
Automatic cancellation can also occur if:
•The lane becomes too wide or toonarrow.
•The system cannot detect valid lanemarkings.
•Lane markings cross over one another.
Note:The system disables until the next keycycle if your vehicle slows down due to driverinactivity twice within a key cycle.
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LANE CENTERING MANUALCANCELLATION
When you perform the following actions,adaptive cruise control with lane centeringwill cancel:
•The brake pedal is pressed.
•Adaptive cruise control button isswitched off on the steering wheel.
The lane centering system is momentarilysuppressed when either of the followingactions are performed:
•Turn signal indicator is latched or tapped.
•You steer the vehicle out of lane.
LANE CENTERING INDICATORS
Illuminates when you switch lanecentering on. The color of theindicator changes to indicate thesystem status.
Gray indicates the system is on but inactive.
Green indicates the system is active andapplying steering torque assistance input tokeep your vehicle in the center of the lane.
Amber with an audible tone and then grayindicates a system automatic cancellation.
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL –
TROUBLESHOOTING
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL –INFORMATION MESSAGES - VEHICLESWITH: LANE CENTERING
Note:Depending on your vehicle optionsand instrument cluster type, not all messagesdisplay or are available.
Note:The system could abbreviate orshorten certain messages depending uponwhich cluster type you have.
ActionMessage
Return your hands to the steering wheel and provide steering input.Keep Hands on Steering Wheel
Conditions exist that prevent the system from being available.Lane Centering Assist Not Available
You need to switch on adaptive cruise control before you can switch on lane centering.For Lane Centering Assist to work Turn OnAdaptive Cruise
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ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL –INFORMATION MESSAGES - VEHICLESWITH: STOP AND GO
Note:Depending on your vehicle optionsand instrument cluster type, not all messagesdisplay or are available.
Note:The system could abbreviate orshorten certain messages depending uponwhich cluster type you have.
ActionMessage
A malfunction is preventing the adaptive cruise from engaging.Adaptive Cruise Malfunction
Front Sensor Not AlignedContact an authorized dealer to have the radar checked for proper coverage and operation.
Conditions exist preventing the system from being available.Adaptive Cruise Not Available
You have a blocked radar because of poor radar visibility due to inclement weather or ice, mud,or water in front of the radar. You can typically clean the sensor to resolve this.Adaptive Cruise Not Available SensorBlocked See ManualDue to the nature of radar technology, it is possible to get a blockage warning with no actualblock. This happens, for example, when driving in sparse rural or desert environments. A falseblocked condition either self clears, or clears after you restart your vehicle.
You have selected normal cruise control. The system does not brake or react to traffic.Normal Cruise Active Adaptive Braking Off
Displays when the adaptive cruise control is going to cancel and you must take control.Adaptive Cruise - Driver Resume Control
Displays when the vehicle speed is too slow to activate the adaptive cruise control and there isno lead vehicle in range.Adaptive Cruise Speed Too Low toActivate
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WHAT IS DRIVE MODE CONTROL
Your vehicle has various drive modes thatyou can select for different drivingconditions. Depending on the drive modethat you select, the system adjusts variousvehicle settings.
HOW DOES DRIVE MODE
CONTROL WORK
Drive mode control adjusts your vehicleconfiguration for each mode you select.
Changing the drive mode changes thefunctionality of the steering system to adjustthe steering effort and feel.
Active noise control utilizes your vehicleelectronics to enhance the acousticexperience.
The stability and traction control assist yourvehicle control in adverse conditions orhigh-performance driving.
Throttle control enhances the powertrainresponse, transmission controls becomeoptimized with shift schedules, andfour-wheel drive settings are optimized andtuned to each mode.
Note:The system has diagnostic checks thatcontinuously monitor the system for properoperation. If a mode is unavailable due to asystem fault, the mode defaults to normal.
SELECTING A DRIVE MODE
You can configure which of the drive controlmodes are active when your vehicle is indrive (D) or in sport (S). The configurationremains active until modified from the mainmenu on the instrument cluster display. SeeInstrument Cluster Display Main Menu(page 147).
Note:Not all settings may be available.
Note:Drive mode changes may not beavailable when the ignition is off.
DRIVE MODES
COMFORT
Provides a more relaxed driving experience,maximizing comfort. Your steering effortdecreases and the suspension movement ismore fluid. Comfort mode is ideal when youdesire enhanced traveling comfort.
NORMAL
Delivers a balanced combination of acomfortable, controlled ride and confidenthandling. This mode provides an engagingdriving experience and a direct connectionto the road without sacrificing any of thecomposure demanded from a luxury vehicle.
SPORT
Provides a sportier driving experience. Thesuspension stiffens, with an emphasis onhandling and control. The engine respondsmore directly to your inputs and takes on amore powerful tone. This mode is ideal foruse during more spirited driving.
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WHAT IS THE LANE KEEPING
SYSTEM
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
Lane-Keeping System
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 or the edgeof the road.
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.
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 theturn signal lever.
Note:The system stores the on or off settinguntil manually changed, unless it detects aMyKey™. If the system detects a MyKey™, itdefaults to on and the mode is set to alert.
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.
To change the lane keeping system mode,use the instrument cluster display:
1.Using the instrument cluster displaycontrols on the steering wheel, selectSETTINGS.
2.Select Driver assistance.
3.Select Lane keeping system.
4.Select Mode.
5.Select a mode.
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Note:The system remembers the last settingwhen you start your vehicle. If the systemdetects a MyKey™, it defaults to the lastsetting for that MyKey™.
LANE KEEPING SYSTEM SETTINGS
To change the steering wheel vibration, usethe instrument cluster display:
1.Using the instrument cluster displaycontrols on the steering wheel, selectDriver Assist.
2.Select Lane Keeping Sys.
3.Select Alert Intensity.
4.Select a setting.
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.
AID MODE
WHAT IS AID MODE
Aid mode provides temporary steeringassistance toward the center of the lane.
HOW DOES AID MODE WORK
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.
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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.
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LANE KEEPING SYSTEM – TROUBLESHOOTING
LANE KEEPING SYSTEM – INFORMATION MESSAGES
ActionMessage
The system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked as soonas possible.Lane Keeping Sys. Malfunction Service Required
The system has detected a condition that has caused the system tobe temporarily unavailable.Front Camera Temporarily Not Available
The system has detected a condition that requires you to clean thewindshield in order for it to operate properly.Front Camera Low Visibility Clean Screen
The system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked as soonas possible.Front Camera Malfunction Service Required
The system requests that you keep your hands on the steering wheel.Keep Hands on Steering Wheel
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