wheel LINCOLN NAVIGATOR 2021 Owner's Guide

FUEL QUALITY
Choosing the Right Fuel
Your vehicle is designed to operate 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 (page 315).
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, refer to 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 (commonly known as MMT), which
is a manganese-based fuel additive, will
impair engine performance and affect the
emission control system.
FUEL FILLER FUNNEL LOCATION
The fuel filler funnel is in the spare wheel
storage tray.
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
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:
Do not use tow/haul
when the road surface is slippery. Failure
to follow this instruction could result in the
loss of control of your vehicle. WARNING:
When your vehicle is
stationary, keep the brake pedal fully
pressed when shifting gears. Failure to
follow this instruction could result in
personal injury, death or property damage.
Note: You may not be able to shift out of
park (P) unless the intelligent access key is
inside your vehicle. Understanding the Shift Positions of
your Automatic Transmission
Putting your vehicle in or out of gear:
1. Fully press down on the brake pedal.
2. Press the desired gear on the
transmission selector.
3. When you finish driving, come to a complete stop.
4. Press the park (P) button on the transmission selector.
The instrument cluster displays the current
gear. Park (P)
With the transmission in park (P), your vehicle
locks the transmission and prevents the
wheels from turning. Always come to a
complete stop before putting your vehicle
into and out of park (P). An audible tone
sounds once you select park (P).
When the ignition is off, your vehicle
automatically shifts into park (P). If the ignition
is off when the vehicle is moving, it first shifts
into neutral (N) until the vehicle stops, and
then shift into park (P) automatically.
The electric parking brake may apply when
you shift to park (P) without the brake pedal
fully pressed. The electric parking brake
applies when you shift to park (P) on large
slopes. The electric parking brake releases
with the drive away release function or
manually as described in the Releasing the
Electric Parking Brake section.
See Electric
Parking Brake (page 242).
Automatic Return to Park
Note: This feature does not operate when
your vehicle is in Stay in Neutral mode or
neutral tow.
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Note:
This only functions if your 12 volt
battery has power and the starter can spin
the engine. If vehicle battery voltage is not
sufficient, you may require an external 12
volt power source such as jumper cables,
battery charger or jump pack for this feature
to function.
Note: Once in this mode, maintain sufficient
battery voltage or your vehicle returns to
park. 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.
1. Do not press the brake pedal. Press the Start/Stop button.
2. Fully press down on the brake pedal. Keep the brakes applied through step 7.
3. Press the accelerator pedal to the floor and hold through step 7. 4. Press the neutral (N) button on the
transmission selector.
5. Press the neutral (N) button again to enter Stay in Neutral mode.
6. Press and release the push to start button, the transmission needs a
minimum of 2 seconds to exit park.
7. When neutral (N) displays, you can release the brake and accelerator pedals.
To exit Stay in Neutral mode, select a
different gear.
A message appears in your information
display screen when your vehicle has
entered Stay in Neutral mode.
Drive (D)
Drive (D) is the normal driving position for
the best fuel economy. The overdrive
function allows automatic upshifts and
downshifts through gears one through ten. Adaptive Tow/Haul Mode WARNING:
Do not use tow/haul
when the road surface is slippery. Failure
to follow this instruction could result in the
loss of control of your vehicle.
Adaptive tow/haul has two modes, automatic
that is enabled by default and off.
To turn adaptive tow/haul off or on, use the
information display controls.
See General
Information (page 134). The indicator light
illuminates in the instrument cluster.
Key adaptive tow/haul features:
• The system remains in the same mode,
even after a key cycle.
• Is only available in normal drive modes
(Normal 2H and Normal 4A).
The adaptive tow/haul feature improves
transmission operation when towing a trailer
or a heavy load. All transmission gear ranges
are available when using adaptive tow/haul.
For information on towing.
See Towing (page
315).
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SelectShift™ Automatic Transmission
Your vehicle has a SelectShift Automatic
transmission. The SelectShift Automatic
transmission gives you the ability to change
gears up or down, without a clutch, as
desired.
In order to prevent the engine from running
at too low of an RPM, which may cause it to
stall, SelectShift still automatically makes
some downshifts if it has determined that
you have not downshifted in time. Although
SelectShift makes some downshifts for you,
it still allows you to downshift at any time as
long as the SelectShift determines that
damage to the engine does not occur from
over-revving.
Note:
Engine damage may occur if you
maintain excessive engine revving without
shifting.
SelectShift does not automatically upshift,
even if the engine is approaching the RPM
limit. Shift manually by pressing the + paddle.
Pull the + paddle on the steering wheel to
activate SelectShift. •
Pull the right paddle (+) to upshift.
• Pull the left paddle (–) to downshift. SelectShift in drive (D):
Provides a temporary manual mode for
performing more demanding maneuvers
where you require extra control of gear
selection, for example, when towing, downhill
driving or overtaking. This mode holds a
selected gear for a temporary period of time
dependent on driver inputs (for example,
steering or accelerator pedal input).
In SelectShift mode, the instrument cluster
displays your currently selected gear. If you
request a gear, but it is not available due to
vehicle conditions, low speed, too high
engine speed for requested gear selection,
the current gear briefly flashes.
Note:
At full accelerator pedal travel, the
transmission downshifts for maximum
performance.
Note: In low traction conditions, you can pull
away in second gear using SelectShift. To
perform this operation, select drive (D) and
press the + paddle until 2 displays on the
cluster. Your vehicle is now ready to move
in 2nd gear.
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Brake-Shift Interlock Override
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: Do not drive your vehicle
until you verify that the stoplamps are
working. 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.
Use the brake-shift interlock override to
move your transmission from the park
position in the event of an electrical
malfunction. 1. Apply the parking brake and start the
engine before performing this procedure. 2. Locate your brake-shift interlock access
slot. The slot is located below the CD
player, in your center console storage
bin. The access slot does not have a
label. Note:
Make sure that you correctly identify
the access hole as not to damage the CD
player.
3. Insert a small tool, or screwdriver into the
slot, press in and hold the brake shift
interlock switch, inside the slot on the
console. The shift buttons on the
instrument panel flash when your vehicle
is in override mode.
4. With the override switch still held, press the neutral (N) button to shift from park.
5. Release the override button.
6. You can shift your vehicle to the gear you
prefer and drive.
7. Release the parking brake.
Note: See your authorized dealer as soon
as possible if you use this procedure.
Note: For some markets, this feature is
disabled.
Note: This feature only functions if your 12
volt battery has power.
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USING FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE
Note:
Please review important information
regarding the safe operation of this type of
vehicle. See General Information (page 407).
Note: Do not use slippery, deep conditions
or slow climb on dry, hard surfaced roads.
Doing so produces excessive noise,
increases tire wear and could damage drive
components. The four-wheel drive system
in these modes is only intended for
consistently slippery or loose surfaces.
Note: If you select a drive mode that uses
4L when your vehicle is moving above 3 mph
(5 km/h)
, the four-wheel drive system does
not perform a shift. This is normal and should
be no reason for concern.
4X4 Indicator Lights
4X2 Momentarily illuminates when you
start the vehicle or when a drive
mode that uses 2H is selected. 4X4 AUTO Continuously illuminates when a
drive mode that uses 4A is
selected.
4X4 HIGH Continuously illuminates when a
drive mode that uses 4H is
selected.
4X4 LOW (If Equipped) Continuously illuminates when a
drive mode that uses 4L is
selected.
CHECK 4X4 Displays when a 4X4 fault is
present.Note:
When a 4X4 system fault is present,
the system typically remains in whichever
4X4 mode was selected prior to the fault
condition occurring. It does not necessarily
default to 4X2. When this warning is
displayed, have your vehicle serviced as
soon as possible.
4X4 Modes WARNING:
Vehicles with a higher
center of gravity (utility and four-wheel
drive vehicles) handle differently than
vehicles with a lower center of gravity
(passenger cars). Avoid sharp turns,
excessive speed and abrupt steering in
these vehicles. Failure to drive cautiously
increases the risk of losing control of your
vehicle, vehicle rollover, personal injury
and death.
Your vehicle engages 4X4 modes based on
the currently selected drive mode.
See Drive
Mode Control (page 303).
Note: The information display could show
messages during four-wheel drive operation.
See
Information Messages (page 139).
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Note:
The AdvanceTrac® with RSC® stability
enhancement system can be switched off
by deselecting the feature on the instrument
panel. See Using Traction Control (page
247). This disables the engine management
feature, allowing the vehicle to maintain full
power and enhanced momentum through
the obstacle.
Note: The AdvanceTrac system can take
control of the transfer case clutch and
disable it during driving maneuvers when
necessary.
2H - 4X2
This turns on when you select normal or
conserve. Power is delivered to the rear
wheels only. This mode is appropriate for
normal on-road driving on dry pavement and
provides the best fuel economy. 4A - 4X4 Auto
This turns on when you select excite, normal,
4x4 auto or slippery. It provides electronically
controlled four-wheel drive with power
delivered to all four wheels, as required, for
increased traction. 4A is calibrated in
conjunction with drive mode. Using 4A in
excite is less aggressively tuned and is
appropriate for dry road surfaces. Using 4A
in normal and 4x4 auto is appropriate for all
on-road driving conditions, such as dry road
surfaces, wet pavement, light snow or gravel.
Using 4A in slippery is more aggressively
tuned and is appropriate for slippery
surfaces, such as light snow or gravel.
4H - 4X4 High
This turns on when you select deep
conditions. It provides electronically locked
four-wheel drive power to both the front and
rear wheels for use in off-road or winter
conditions such as deep snow, sand or mud.
This mode is not for use on dry pavement.4L - 4X4 Low (If Equipped)
This turns on when you select slow climb. It
provides electronically locked four-wheel
drive power to both the front and rear wheels
for use on low traction surfaces, but does so
with additional gearing for increased torque
multiplication. Intended only for off-road
applications such as deep sand, steep slopes
or pulling heavy objects. Using 4L does not
engage when your vehicle is moving above
3 mph (5 km/h)
. This is normal and is no
reason for concern.
Shifting Between Four-Wheel Drive System
Modes
Note: Momentarily releasing the accelerator
pedal when a shift in progress message
displays improves engagement and
disengagement performance.
Note: Do not perform this operation if the
rear wheels are slipping.
Note: You may hear some noise as the
system shifts or engages, This is normal.
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Shifting to or from 4L - 4X4 LOW
1. Bring the vehicle to a rolling speed of
3 mph (5 km/h) or less.
2. Place the gearshift in neutral (N).
3. Rotate the drive mode knob to the desired mode.
The information display shows a message
indicating a 4X4 shift is in progress. The
information display shows the system mode
selected. If any of the previous shift
conditions are not present, the shift does not
occur and the information display shows the
information guiding the driver through the
proper shifting procedures. If the previous
conditions are not satisfied within 30
seconds, the system reverts to the previous
drive mode.
If shift delayed pull forward displays in the
information display, a transfer case gear
tooth blockage is present. To alleviate this
condition, place the transmission in a forward
gear, move the vehicle forward
approximately
5 ft (2 m), and shift the
transmission back to neutral (N) to allow the
transfer case to complete the range shift. Note:
Using 4L mode is not intended to be
used on dry pavement.
Operating Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles
with Spare or Mismatched Tires
On four-wheel drive vehicles, the size of the
spare tire can affect the four-wheel drive
system. If there is a significant difference
between the size of the spare tire and the
remaining tires, you may have limited
four-wheel drive functionality.
When driving with the full-size dissimilar
spare wheel and tire assembly, it is
recommended that you do not:
• Exceed
50 mph (80 km/h) with a
four-wheel drive mode turned on.
• Turn on a four-wheel drive mode unless
the vehicle is stationary.
• Use a four-wheel drive mode on dry
pavement.
Use of a dissimilar spare wheel and tire
assembly may lead to impairment of the
following:
• Comfort and noise.
• Winter weather driving capability. •
Wet driving capability.
• Four-wheel drive capability.
How Your Vehicle Differs from Other
Vehicles WARNING:
Vehicles with a higher
center of gravity (utility and four-wheel
drive vehicles) handle differently than
vehicles with a lower center of gravity
(passenger cars). Avoid sharp turns,
excessive speed and abrupt steering in
these vehicles. Failure to drive cautiously
increases the risk of losing control of your
vehicle, vehicle rollover, personal injury
and death.
Truck and utility vehicles can differ from
some other vehicles. Your vehicle may be
higher to allow it to travel over rough terrain
without getting hung up or damaging
underbody components.
The differences that make your vehicle so
versatile also make it handle differently than
an ordinary passenger car.
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Always maintain steering wheel control,
especially in rough terrain. Since sudden
changes in terrain can result in abrupt
steering wheel motion, make sure you grip
the steering wheel from the outside. Do not
grip the spokes.
Drive cautiously to avoid vehicle damage
from concealed objects such as rocks and
stumps.
You should either know the terrain or
examine maps of the area before driving.
Map out your route before driving in the area.
To maintain steering and braking control of
your vehicle, you must have all four wheels
on the ground and they must be rolling, not
sliding or spinning.
Driving Off-Road with Truck and Utility
Vehicles
Four-wheel drive vehicles are specially
equipped for driving on sand, snow, mud and
rough terrain and have operating
characteristics that are different from
conventional vehicles, both on and off the
road.
Power is supplied to all four wheels through
a transfer case. On four-wheel drive vehicles,
the transfer case allows you to utilize
different four-wheel drive modes when
necessary.
Four-wheel drive, when you select a
4X4-capable drive mode uses all four wheels
to power the vehicle. This increases traction,
enabling you to drive over terrain and road
conditions that a conventional two-wheel
drive vehicle cannot.
Note:
On some models, the initial shift from
two-wheel drive to four-wheel drive when
the vehicle is moving can cause some
momentary clunk and ratcheting sounds.
This is the front drivetrain coming up to
speed and is not a cause for concern.
Note: Your vehicle may have a front air dam.
Due to low ground clearance, you can
damage it when taking your vehicle off-road.
You can take the air dam off by removing
the bolts that secure it. Basic Operating Principles
•
Do not use slippery, deep conditions, or
slow climb, on dry, hard surfaced roads.
Doing so produces excessive noise,
increases tire wear and may damage
drive components. The four-wheel drive
system in these modes is only intended
for consistently slippery or loose
surfaces.
• Drive slower in strong crosswinds which
can affect the normal steering
characteristics of your vehicle.
• When driving your vehicle on surfaces
made slippery by loose sand, water,
gravel, snow or ice, proceed with care.
If Your Vehicle Leaves the Road
If your vehicle leaves the road, reduce your
vehicle speed and avoid severe braking.
When your vehicle speed has been reduced
ease your vehicle back onto the road. Do
not turn the steering wheel sharply when
returning your vehicle to the road.
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It may be safer to stay on the shoulder of the
road and slow down gradually before
returning to the road. You may lose control
if you do not slow down or if you turn the
steering wheel too sharply or abruptly.
It may be less risky to strike small objects,
such as freeway reflectors, with minor
damage to your vehicle rather than attempt
a sudden return to the road which could
cause your vehicle to slide sideways out of
control or roll over. Remember, your safety
and the safety of others should be your
primary concern.
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
WARNING: Do not spin the wheels
at over 34 mph (55 km/h). The tires may
fail and injure a passenger or bystander.
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it
may be rocked out by shifting between
forward and reverse gears, stopping
between shifts, in a steady pattern. Press
lightly on the accelerator in each gear. Note:
Do not rock your vehicle if the engine
is not at normal operating temperature or
damage to the transmission could occur.
Note: Do not rock your vehicle for more than
a minute or damage to the transmission and
tires may occur or the engine could
overheat.
Emergency Maneuvers
In an unavoidable emergency where a
sudden sharp turn must be made, remember
to avoid over-driving your vehicle, for
example, turn the steering wheel only as
rapidly and as far as required to avoid the
emergency. Excessive steering can result in
loss of vehicle control. Apply smooth
pressure to the accelerator pedal or brake
pedal when changes in vehicle speed are
required. Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration
and braking. This could result in an increased
risk of vehicle roll over, loss of vehicle control
and personal injury. Use all of the available
road surface to bring your 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 such as from concrete to gravel,
there may be a change in the way your
vehicle responds to a maneuver, for
example, steering, acceleration or braking.
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 excessive wheel slip.
Avoid driving at excessive speeds, this
causes vehicle momentum to work against
you and your vehicle could become stuck to
the point that assistance may be required
from another vehicle. Remember, you may
be able to back out the way you came if you
proceed with caution.
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