LINCOLN NAVIGATOR 2023 Owners Manual

HOW DOES EASY ENTRY AND
EXIT WORK
Easy entry and exit moves the driver seatrearward up to 2 in (5 cm) and the steeringcolumn up when you switch the ignition off.The driver seat and steering column returnto their previous positions when you switchthe ignition on.
Note:Depending on your vehicle, the columnmay move up and in.
SWITCHING EASY ENTRY AND
EXIT ON AND OFF
1.Press Settings on the touchscreen.
2.Press Vehicle.
3.Select Easy Entry/Exit.
If you press any adjustment or memorybutton when in easy exit mode, the systemcancels the operation.
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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
Glass.A
Door.B
1.Unlock the liftgate with the remotecontrol or power door unlock control. Ifa remote control is within 3 ft (1 m) of theliftgate, the liftgate unlocks when youpress the liftgate release button.
2.Press button B.
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Note:Allow the power system to open theliftgate. Manually pushing or pulling theliftgate may activate the system’s obstacledetection feature and stop the poweroperation or reverse its direction, replicatea strut failure, or damage mechanicalcomponents.
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.
Switching the Power Liftgate On or Off
You can switch the power liftgate on or offthrough the vehicle settings on yourtouchscreen.
Note:When switched off, the liftgate onlyunlatches and will not power open or close.
OPENING THE LIFTGATE USING THEREMOTE CONTROL
Press the button twice within threeseconds.
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 HANDS-FREE LIFTGATE
(If Equipped)
Make sure you have the passive key within3 ft (1 m) of the liftgate.
1.Stand behind your vehicle, and face theliftgate.
2.Move your foot, in a single-kick motion,without pausing, under and away fromthe rear bumper detection area.
3.The liftgate opens.
Avoid the following actions when using thehands-free opening feature:
•Making physical contact with the bumper.
•Holding your foot under the bumper.
•Sweeping your foot from side to side, orkicking at an odd angle.
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Detection Zones
The detection area is on the left-hand sideand right-hand side of the rear bumper area.
Note:Some vehicles may have the ability todetect the kicking motion from under thetrailer hitch.
Note:Allow the power system to open theliftgate. Manually pushing or pulling theliftgate may activate the system’s obstacledetection feature and stop the poweroperation or reverse its direction, replicatea strut failure, or damage mechanicalcomponents.
Note:Any physical actions that mimic akicking motion such as splashing water,trailer chains or vacuum hoses may causethe hands-free liftgate to activate. Switch thepower liftgate off through your vehiclesettings or keep the passive key away fromthe rear bumper detection area.
SETTING THE LIFTGATE OPENING
HEIGHT
1.Open the liftgate.
2.Stop the liftgate movement by pressingthe control button on the liftgate when itreaches the desired height.
Note:Once the liftgate stops moving, youcan manually move it to the desired height.
3.Press and hold the control button on theliftgate until a tone sounds, indicatingprogramming is complete.
Note:You can only use the liftgate controlbutton to program the height.
Note:You cannot program the height if theliftgate position is too low.
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.
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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.
Note:Make sure you fully close the liftgateto prevent cargo from falling out.
CLOSING THE LIFTGATE USING THEREMOTE CONTROL
WARNING: Make sure all personsare clear of the power liftgate area beforeusing the power liftgate control.
Press the button twice within threeseconds.
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.
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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 HANDS-FREE LIFTGATE
(If Equipped)
Make sure you have the remote controlwithin 3 ft (1 m) of the liftgate.
1.Stand behind your vehicle, and face theliftgate.
2.Move your foot, in a single-kick motion,without pausing, under and away fromthe rear bumper detection area.
3.The liftgate closes.
Avoid the following actions when using thehands-free opening feature:
•Making physical contact with the bumper.
•Holding your foot under the bumper.
•Sweeping your foot from side to side, orkicking at an odd angle.
Detection Zones
The detection area is on the left-hand sideand right-hand side of the rear bumper area.
Note:Some vehicles may have the ability todetect the kicking motion from under thetrailer hitch.
Note:Allow the power system to close theliftgate. Manually pushing the liftgate mayactivate the system’s obstacle detectionfeature and stop the power operation orreverse its direction, replicate a strut failure,or damage mechanical components.
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STOPPING THE LIFTGATE
MOVEMENT
Note: Do not apply sudden excessive forceto the liftgate while it is in motion. This coulddamage the power liftgate and itscomponents.
Note:Selections will vary depending onregion or options.
You can stop the liftgate movement by doingany of the following:
•Pressing the liftgate control button onthe liftgate.
•Pressing the liftgate control button insidethe vehicle.
•Pressing the liftgate button on the remotecontrol twice.
•Pressing the liftgate button on anauthorized device.
•Moving your foot under and away fromthe center rear bumper in a single-kickmotion.
LIFTGATE OBSTACLE DETECTION
Closing the Liftgate
The system stops when it detects anobstacle. A tone sounds and the systemreverses to open. Once you remove theobstacle, you can power close the liftgate.
Note:To prevent accidental obstacledetection, let the power liftgate closecompletely before you enter your vehicle.
Opening the Liftgate
The system stops when it detects anobstacle and a tone sounds. Once youremove the obstacle, you can continue tooperate the liftgate.
OPENING AND CLOSING THE
LIFTGATE WINDOW
Glass.A
Door.B
1.Unlock the liftgate window with theremote control or power door unlockcontrol. If the remote control is within3 ft (1 m) of the liftgate, the liftgatewindow unlocks when you press therelease button.
2.Press button A and then lift to open.
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3.Carefully push the window down andpress firmly to latch securely.
Note:Be careful when opening or closingthe liftgate window in a garage or otherenclosed area to avoid damaging the glass.
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 window openwhile driving. This could damage the liftgatewindow and its components.
LIFTGATE – TROUBLESHOOTING
LIFTGATE – WARNING LAMPS
Illuminates when the liftgate is notcompletely closed.
LIFTGATE – INFORMATION MESSAGES
ActionMessage
The liftgate is not completely closed. Close the liftgate.Liftgate Ajar
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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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PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM
WHAT IS THE PASSIVE ANTI-THEFTSYSTEM
The passive anti-theft system preventssomeone from starting the vehicle with anincorrectly coded key.
Note:Do not leave a duplicate coded keyin your vehicle. Always take the keys andlock all the doors when leaving your vehicle.
HOW DOES THE PASSIVE ANTI-THEFTSYSTEM WORK
The passive anti-theft system arms when youswitch the ignition off.
It disarms when the ignition is switched onwith a correctly coded key.
Note:The system is not compatible withnon-Ford aftermarket remote start systems.
Note:Do not leave a duplicate coded keyin your vehicle. Always take the keys andlock all doors when leaving your vehicle.
ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM
WHAT IS THE ANTI-THEFT ALARMSYSTEM
The anti-theft alarm system warns you of anunauthorized entry to your vehicle.
HOW DOES THE ANTI-THEFT ALARMSYSTEM WORK
When armed, the anti-theft alarm is triggeredin any of the following ways:
•If someone opens a door, the tailgate orthe hood without a correctly coded keyor remote control.
•If you turn the power on without acorrectly coded key.
•If the interior sensors detect movementinside your vehicle.
•If the inclination sensors detect anattempt to raise your vehicle.
•If someone disconnects the vehiclebattery or the battery backup alarm.
•If someone disconnects the trailer. SeeConnecting a Trailer (page 345).
Any further attempts to carry out one of theabove, sounds the alarm again.
If the anti-theft alarm is triggered, the alarmhorn sounds for 30 seconds and the turnsignals flash for five minutes.
WHAT IS THE PERIMETER ALARM
The perimeter alarm is designed to detectunauthorized access to your vehicle.
WHAT ARE THE INTERIOR SENSORS
The interior sensors are designed to detectany movement inside your vehicle.
The interior sensors are in the overheadconsole.
Note:Do not cover the interior sensors.
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