transmission LINCOLN NAUTILUS 2023 Owners Manual

Exterior Mirrors
Adjusting the Exterior Mirrors...................135
Folding the Exterior Mirrors - VehiclesWith: Manual Folding Mirrors................135
Folding the Exterior Mirrors - VehiclesWith: Power Folding Mirrors..................135
Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror...................136
Moonroof
Opening and Closing the Sunshade.......137
Opening and Closing the Moonroof........137
Venting the Moonroof.................................138
Moonroof Bounce-Back.............................138
Instrument Cluster
Instrument Cluster Overview....................139
Tachometer.....................................................141
Speedometer.................................................141
Fuel Gauge.....................................................141
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge......142
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge.......................142
Transmission Fluid Temperature Gauge.......................................................................142
12V Battery Gauge.......................................142
What Are the Instrument Cluster WarningLamps..........................................................142
Instrument Cluster Warning Lamps.........142
What Are the Instrument Cluster Indicators.......................................................................144
Instrument Cluster Indicators....................144
Instrument Cluster Display
Using the Instrument Cluster DisplayControls......................................................146
Instrument Cluster Display Main Menu.......................................................................147
Trip Computer...............................................148
Customizing the Instrument Cluster Display.......................................................................150
Personalized Settings..................................151
Remote Start
What Is Remote Start...................................154
Remote Start Precautions..........................154
Remote Start Limitations............................154
Enabling Remote Start................................154
Remotely Starting and Stopping theVehicle........................................................154
Extending the Remote Start Duration.......................................................................155
Remote Start Remote Control Indicators.......................................................................155
Remote Start Settings.................................155
Climate Control
Identifying the Climate Control Unit........157
Switching Climate Control On and Off.......................................................................157
Switching Recirculated Air On and Off.......................................................................157
Switching Air Conditioning On and Off.......................................................................157
Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off.......................................................................157
Switching Maximum Cooling On and Off.......................................................................157
Switching the Heated Rear Window Onand Off........................................................158
Setting the Blower Motor Speed.............158
Switching the Heated Mirrors On and Off.......................................................................158
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Power Outlet Precautions..........................187
Locating the Power Outlets.......................187
Wireless Accessory Charger
What Is the Wireless Accessory Charger.......................................................................188
Wireless Accessory Charger Precautions.......................................................................188
Locating the Wireless Accessory Charger.......................................................................188
Charging a Wireless Device......................188
Storage
Cup Holders..................................................190
Under Floor Storage...................................190
Glasses Holder..............................................191
Starting and Stopping the Engine
Starting and Stopping the Engine –Precautions...............................................192
Push Button Ignition Switch......................192
Starting the Engine......................................193
Engine Block Heater...................................194
Stopping the Engine....................................195
Automatic Engine Stop...............................196
Accessing the Passive Key BackupPosition.......................................................196
Starting and Stopping the Engine –Troubleshooting.......................................197
Auto-Start-Stop
What Is Auto-Start-Stop.............................200
Auto-Start-Stop Precautions....................200
Switching Auto-Start-Stop On and Off......................................................................200
Stopping the Engine..................................200
Restarting the Engine................................200
Auto-Start-Stop Indicators........................200
Auto-Start-Stop – Troubleshooting.........201
Fuel and Refueling
Fuel and Refueling Precautions..............203
Fuel Quality..................................................204
Locating the Fuel Filler Funnel................204
Running Out of Fuel...................................205
Refueling.......................................................206
Fuel Tank Capacity.....................................208
Fuel and Refueling – Troubleshooting......................................................................209
Catalytic Converter
What Is the Catalytic Converter...............210
Catalytic Converter Precautions..............210
Catalytic Converter – Troubleshooting........................................................................211
Automatic Transmission
Automatic Transmission Precautions......212
Automatic Transmission Positions...........212
Shifting Your Vehicle Into Gear.................213
Automatic Transmission Position Indicators.......................................................................213
Manually Shifting Gears..............................213
Temporary Neutral Mode...........................214
Automatic Return to Park (P).....................215
Manual Park Release...................................216
Automatic Transmission Audible Warnings.......................................................................218
Automatic Transmission – Troubleshooting.......................................................................218
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Make sure that:
•The parking brake is set.
•The transmission is in park (P).
•The ignition is off.
•The driver and front passenger seatbeltsare unfastened.
1.Switch the ignition on. Do not start theengine.
2.After Step 1, wait an additional fiveseconds before proceeding with Step 3.Once you start Step 3, you mustcomplete the procedure within 30seconds.
3.For the seating position you are switchingoff, buckle then unbuckle the seatbeltfour times at a moderate speed, endingin the unbuckled state. After Step 3, theseatbelt warning light switches on.
4.When the seatbelt warning light is on,buckle then unbuckle the seatbelt. AfterStep 4, the seatbelt warning light flashesfor confirmation.
This switches the feature off for that seatingposition if it is currently on.
This switches the feature on for that seatingposition if it is currently off.
CHECKING THE SEATBELTS
Check the seatbelts and child restraintsperiodically to make sure they work properlyand are not damaged. Make sure there areno nicks, tears or cuts. Replace if necessary.
Check the following seatbelt assemblies aftera crash.
•Retractors.
•Buckles.
•Front seatbelt buckle assemblies.
•Shoulder belt height adjusters.
•Shoulder belt guide on seat backrest.
•Child restraint LATCH and tether anchors.
•Attaching hardware.
Read the child restraint manufacturer'sinstructions for additional inspection andmaintenance information specific to the childrestraint.
We recommend that all seatbelt assembliesin use in vehicles involved in a crash bereplaced. However, if the crash was minorand an authorized dealer finds that the beltsdo not show damage and continue tooperate properly, they do not need to bereplaced. Seatbelt assemblies not in useduring a crash should also be checked andreplaced if either damage or improperoperation is noted.
Properly care for seatbelts. See CleaningSeatbelts (page 370).
SEATBELT EXTENSIONS
WARNING: Persons who fit into thevehicle's seatbelt should not use anextension. Unnecessary use could resultin serious personal injury in the event of acrash.
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LIFTGATE PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: It is extremely dangerousto ride in a cargo area, inside or outside ofa vehicle. In a crash, people riding in theseareas are more likely to be seriouslyinjured or killed. Do not allow people toride in any area of your vehicle that is notequipped with seats and seatbelts. Makesure everyone in your vehicle is in a seatand properly using a seatbelt. Failure tofollow this warning could result in seriouspersonal injury or death.
WARNING: Make sure that you fullyclose the liftgate to prevent exhaust fumesfrom entering your vehicle. If you areunable to fully close the liftgate, open theair vents or the windows to allow fresh airto enter your vehicle. Failure to follow thisinstruction could result in personal injuryor death.
WARNING: Keep keys out of reachof children. Do not allow children tooperate or play near an open or movingpower liftgate. You should supervise theoperation of the power liftgate at all times.
OPENING THE LIFTGATE
OPENING THE LIFTGATE FROM INSIDEYOUR VEHICLE
With the transmission in park (P),press the button on the instrumentpanel.
Note:Be careful when opening or closingthe liftgate in a garage or other enclosedarea to avoid damaging the liftgate.
Note: Do not hang anything, for example abike rack, from the glass or liftgate. Thiscould damage the liftgate and itscomponents.
Note: Do not leave the liftgate open whiledriving. This could damage the liftgate andits components.
OPENING THE LIFTGATE FROMOUTSIDE YOUR VEHICLE
1.Unlock the liftgate with the remotecontrol or power door unlock control. Ifa passive key is within 3 ft (1 m) of theliftgate, the liftgate unlocks when youpress the liftgate release button.
2.Press and release the liftgate controlbutton.
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4.The power liftgate now opens at theprogrammed height. To change theprogrammed height, repeat the steps.
Note:You can fully open the liftgate bymanually pushing it upward to the maximumopen position if it opens in a lower position.
Note:The system recalls the newprogrammed height until you reprogram it,even if you disconnect the battery.
CLOSING THE LIFTGATE
CLOSING THE LIFTGATE FROM INSIDEYOUR VEHICLE
WARNING: Make sure all personsare clear of the power liftgate area beforeusing the power liftgate control.
With the transmission in park (P),press the button on the instrumentpanel.
Note: Make sure that you close the liftgatebefore operating or moving your vehicle,especially in an enclosure, like a garage ora parking structure. This could damage theliftgate and its components.
Note: Make sure the area behind yourvehicle is free from obstruction and thatthere is enough room for you to operate theliftgate. Objects too close to your vehicle,for example a wall, garage door or anothervehicle may come into contact with themoving liftgate. This could damage theliftgate and its components.
Note:Make sure that you fully close theliftgate to prevent cargo from falling out.
CLOSING THE LIFTGATE FROMOUTSIDE YOUR VEHICLE
WARNING: Make sure all personsare clear of the power liftgate area beforeusing the power liftgate control.
Press and release the liftgate button.
Note: Make sure that you close the liftgatebefore operating or moving your vehicle,especially in an enclosure, like a garage ora parking structure. This could damage theliftgate and its components.
Note: Make sure the area behind yourvehicle is free from obstruction and thatthere is enough room for you to operate theliftgate. Objects too close to your vehicle,for example a wall, garage door or anothervehicle may come into contact with themoving liftgate. This could damage theliftgate and its components.
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LIFTGATE – FREQUENTLY ASKEDQUESTIONS
Why won't my power liftgate function?
It can happen in freezing conditions orwhen parking on downhill slopes. Makesure the power liftgate is enabled. Makesure the transmission is in park (P),ensure nothing is obstructing the liftgatepath and there is not excessive weighton the liftgate. If there are continuedissues, the battery voltage may be lowor there may be other system issues.See an authorized dealer.
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EXTERIOR LAMPS
USING THE TURN SIGNAL LAMPS
Push the lever up or down toswitch the turn signal lamps on.
Set the lever to the middle position to switchthe turn signal lamps off.
Note:Tap the lever up or down to make theturn signal lamps flash three times.
Turn Signal Lamp Indicator
It flashes when you switch the turnsignal lamps on.
Note:An increase in the rate of flashingwarns of a failed turn signal lamp.
SWITCHING THE DAYTIME RUNNINGLAMPS ON AND OFF - VEHICLESWITH: CONFIGURABLE DAYTIMERUNNING LAMPS
WARNING: The daytime runninglamps system does not activate the rearlamps and may not provide adequatelighting during low visibility drivingconditions. Make sure you switch theheadlamps on, as appropriate, during alllow visibility conditions. Failure to do somay result in a crash.
1.Using the instrument cluster controls onthe steering wheel, select Settings.
2.Select Vehicle.
3.Select Lighting.
4.Switch Daytime Running Lights on oroff.
The daytime running lamps turn on when allof the following occur:
•You switch the system on.
•You switch your vehicle on.
•The transmission is not in park (P) forvehicles with automatic transmissions oryou release the parking brake forvehicles with manual transmissions.
•The lighting control is in the autolampsposition.
•The headlamps are off.
Note:Other lighting control positions do notturn on the daytime running lamps.
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ADJUSTING THE EXTERIOR
MIRRORS
WARNING: Do not adjust the mirrorswhen your vehicle is moving. This couldresult in the loss of control of your vehicle,serious personal injury or death.
Left-hand mirror.A
Right-hand mirror.B
Adjustment control.C
Window lock.D
Power fold.E
To adjust the mirrors, switch your vehicle onand place the ignition in accessory or start.
1.Select the mirror you want to adjust. Thecontrol light turns on.
2.Use the adjustment control to adjust theposition of the mirror.
3.Press the mirror control again. Thecontrol light turns off.
FOLDING THE EXTERIOR MIRRORS
- VEHICLES WITH: MANUAL
FOLDING MIRRORS
Push the mirror toward the door windowglass.
Make sure that you fully engage the mirrorin its support when returning it to its originalposition.
FOLDING THE EXTERIOR MIRRORS
- VEHICLES WITH: POWER
FOLDING MIRRORS
With the auto-fold feature enabled, theexterior mirrors fold in toward the glass afteryou place the transmission into park (P), turnoff the vehicle, open and close the driverside door and lock the vehicle. The exteriormirrors unfold and return to their drivingposition after you unlock the vehicle andopen and close the driver side door.
For tight parking conditions, pressthe control to fold the mirrors.
Press the control again to unfoldthe mirrors.
If you press the control to fold in the mirrorswith auto-fold on, the mirrors do not unfoldwhen you unlock your vehicle.
Note:The power folding mirrors operate withthe ignition on, and for several minutes afteryou switch the ignition off.
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WHAT IS DISTANCE TO EMPTY
Indicates the approximate distance yourvehicle can travel on the fuel remaining inthe tank. Changes in driving pattern cancause the value to not only decrease but alsoincrease or stay constant for periods of time.
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE
GAUGE
Indicates the engine coolant temperature.
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE
Indicates the engine oil pressure.
Note:This is a configurable gauge.
TRANSMISSION FLUID
TEMPERATURE GAUGE
Indicates the transmission fluid temperature.
Special operating conditions can causehigher than normal operating temperatures.See Special Operating ConditionsScheduled Maintenance (page 478).
Note:This is a configurable gauge.
12V BATTERY GAUGE
Indicates the power of the 12-volt battery.
WHAT ARE THE INSTRUMENT
CLUSTER WARNING LAMPS
Warning lamps alert you to a vehiclecondition that could become serious. Somelamps illuminate when you start your vehicleto make sure they work. If any lamps remainon after starting your vehicle, refer to therespective system warning lamp for furtherinformation.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING
LAMPS
Anti-Lock Brake System
If it illuminates when you aredriving, this indicates that thesystem requires service. Yourvehicle continues to have normal brakingwithout the anti-lock brake system function. Have your vehicle checked as soon aspossible.
Battery
It illuminates when you switch theignition on.
If it illuminates when the engine isrunning, this indicates your vehicle requiresservice. Have your vehicle checked as soonas possible.
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WHAT IS REMOTE START
The system allows you to remotely start yourvehicle and to adjust the interior temperatureaccording to the settings that you chose.
REMOTE START PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Do not start the enginein a closed garage or in other enclosedareas. Exhaust fumes are toxic. Alwaysopen the garage door before you start theengine. Failure to follow this instructioncould result in personal injury or death.
REMOTE START LIMITATIONS
Remote start does not work under thefollowing conditions:
•The alarm horn is sounding.
•The hood is open.
•The transmission is not in park (P).
•The ignition is on.
•The battery voltage is below theminimum operating voltage.
Note:Do not use remote start if your fuellevel is low.
Note:To use remote start with Lincoln Wayor Phone as a Key, enable the modem. SeeConnecting Lincoln Way to the Modem(page 427).
ENABLING REMOTE START
1.Using the instrument cluster displaycontrols on the steering wheel, selectSettings.
2.Select Vehicle.
3.Select Remote Start.
4.Switch System on.
Note:To use remote start, make sure thatthe modem is enabled. See Enabling andDisabling the Modem (page 427).
REMOTELY STARTING AND
STOPPING THE VEHICLE
Remotely Starting the Vehicle
Press the button on the remotecontrol.
Within three seconds, press thebutton on the remote control.
Within three seconds, press thebutton again.
Note:You can also use the Lincoln Way appto start the vehicle.
Note:The turn signals flash twice.
Note:The parking lamps turn on when thevehicle is running.
Note:The horn sounds if the system fails tostart.
Note:All other vehicle systems remain offwhen you have remotely started the vehicle.
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