LINCOLN NAVIGATOR 2023 Owners Manual

Release the knob when the trailer is movingin the direction you want.
Note:The more you turn the knob, thesharper the trailer turns.
Note:Quickly turning and releasing the knobresults in a jerky movement of the vehicle.
Note:You may have to use the knob tocorrect the trailer direction when attemptingto move the trailer straight back under someconditions.
Note:If you want the trailer to turn sharperyou can change the trailer angle limit. SeeUsing the Trailer Backup Assistance Views(page 367).
USING THE TRAILER BACKUP
ASSISTANCE VIEWS
Up to three camera views could be availablewhen using trailer backup assistance. Usethe view that helps you the most whenreversing your vehicle and trailer.
360° camera view. Shows a 360°view on the right-hand side of thetouchscreen with a rear cameraview on the left-hand side of thetouchscreen.
Rear view camera view. Showsyour trailer hitch or what is directlybehind your vehicle.
Trailer reverse guidance view.Shows you a view of the sides ofyour vehicle and the trailer. In automode, this view moves as the trailer movesso that you do not have to adjust the cameraas you turn. Left and right arrows let you seeother camera views.
Auto. Press to return to auto view.
Note:Auto mode is the default setting.
Hitch Angle Graphic
The hitch angle graphic shows a smallrepresentation of your vehicle and trailer withvisual feedback to help you monitor thetrailer. The graphic shows two differentcolored lines for the trailer hitch angle. Ablack line shows you where your trailer is inrelation to your vehicle. The white linerepresents the amount the trailer can turnbased on knob input.
The graphic shows a yellow and red zonefor the hitch angle to warn you of a highangle condition that could require you to pullforward to reduce the hitch angle. The anglelimits for each zone vary based on the trailerlength.
The yellow zone indicates you areapproaching the maximum controllable trailerangle for the system. When the trailer entersthis zone, it is more difficult to reduce thetrailer turn when backing up. It may benecessary to put your vehicle back into drive(D) and pull forward to get your vehicle andtrailer back to an in-line position.
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The red zone indicates you have exceededthe maximum controllable trailer angle forthe system. Immediately stop reversing. Putyour vehicle into drive (D) and pull forwarduntil the trailer is no longer in the red zone.
Setting the Trailer Angle Limit
1.Press Features on the touchscreen.
2.Press Towing.
3.Press Manage trailers.
4.Press the saved trailer you want tochange.
5.Press Pro Trailer Backup Assist.
6.Press Trailer Angle Limit.
7.Press a setting.
Normal Control Angle
Default setting. This provides a balanced limitthat returns from a turn to straight backingwith minimal change to the trailer direction.
Max Control Angle
Increases the trailer angle limit close to themaximum controllable angle to allow sharperturns but also causes more change in thetrailer direction when straightening out froma turn.
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TRAILER BACKUP ASSISTANCE – TROUBLESHOOTING
TRAILER BACKUP ASSISTANCE – INFORMATION MESSAGES
DescriptionMessage
Displays when the system turns on and is initializing.Detecting Trailer Please Wait…
A condition exists that prevents the system from turning on. If themessage continues to display, visit your authorized dealer to haveyour vehicle checked.
Pro Trailer Backup Assistâ„¢ System is Not Available
The steering system needs to learn internal parameters to fully enablethe feature. Drive your vehicle straight forward above 25 mph(40 km/h) for approximately 5 minutes.
Pro Trailer Backup Assistâ„¢ Driving Required to Initialize Steering PressKnob to Exit
Displays when you reach the maximum controllable trailer angle forthe system. Place your vehicle in drive (D) and pull forward to get thetruck and trailer back to an in-line position.
Pro Trailer Backup Assistâ„¢ Stop now Maximum trailer angle PressKnob to Exit
If this message consistently displays, you may need to repeat thetrailer calibration. Delete the trailer from the system and repeat thesetup and calibration process.
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DescriptionMessage
Displays when you exceed the maximum controllable trailer angle forthe system. Place your vehicle in drive (D) and pull forward to get yourvehicle and trailer back to an in-line position, then activate the systemby selecting the connected trailer and following the instructions onthe touchscreen.If this message consistently displays, you may need to repeat thetrailer setup and calibration. Delete the trailer from the system andrepeat the setup and calibration process.
Stop now. Deactivated by trailer angle.
Displays when the system can no longer steer the vehicle and youmust take over steering.Pro Trailer Backup Assistâ„¢ Stop Now Take Control of Steering Wheel
These messages display when the system does not detect the trailer.Make sure the rear camera is clean, and the sticker is clearly visiblein the camera image. You can also move the trailer forward or back-ward to change the trailer position and lighting conditionsIf these messages continue to display, visit your authorized dealer tohave your vehicle checked.
Pro Trailer Backup Assistâ„¢ Trailer Not Detected. Shift to Park PressKnob to Exit
Pro Trailer Backup Assistâ„¢ Trailer Not Detected. Refer to Owner'sManual. Press Knob to Exit
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DescriptionMessage
Display when the camera system cannot detect the trailer and requirestrailer movement to enable trailer detection. Drive forward above2 mph (3 km/h) to initialize the system.
Pro Trailer Backup Assistâ„¢ Trailer Not Detected Pull Forward toInitialize Press Knob to Exit
Displays when your vehicle is backing up but the system is not activ-ated. Select the connected trailer on the touchscreen and follow theinstructions to activate the system.This message also displays when you back up during the calibrationprocess.
Pro Trailer Backup Assistâ„¢ Stop Now System Not Active Press Knobto Exit
Displays when the system turns on and is available to use.Pro Trailer Backup Assistâ„¢ Backup Slowly Turn Knob to Steer PressKnob to Exit
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TRAILER BACKUP ASSISTANCE –FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why does the trailer not reverse straight?
Verify the sticker is correctly applied.Other factors such as the hitchconnection, road camber, road slopeand trailer suspension could influencehow straight the system can reverse thetrailer when the control knob is notturned. You can compensate for thetrailer drifting to the right or left byslowly turning the knob until the traileris following your desired path andholding the knob in that position. Checkthat the correct trailer is selected in thetouchscreen. Verify the sticker iscorrectly applied and check that thedrawbar and the trailer dimensions arewithin the allowed range. If the trailerconsistently does not reverse straight,delete the trailer from the system andrepeat the setup process to calibratethe trailer.
What does it mean if the system remainson one message for an extended timeduring calibration?
The camera could need to be cleaned,the sticker could be blocked, thedrawbar could be outside the allowedrange of 9–18 in (23–46 cm) or youcould need to move to a different areato change the lighting and background.Verify the sticker is in the properlocation. See Applying the TrailerReversing Aid Sticker (page 364). Youcan move to a different area or changethe direction you are driving or set upthe system at a different time of day.Some trailers are not compatible withthe sticker and camera system.
What does it mean if the system pausesduring calibration?
There could be steering input or trailermovement during the straight driveportion of the calibration process.
What does it mean if the system displayshold steering steady during turn?
Part of the calibration process for thesticker setup requires a steady turn. Ifyou are continually moving the steeringwheel during the turn, this delays thecalibration process. To enable thecalibration process, hold the steeringwheel at the same position whenturning.
What does it mean if the system displaysthat it is not available?
There could be a sub-system that thesystem uses that is not correctlyoperating or there could be a batteryvoltage issue. If the system continuesto display it is not available, visit yourauthorized dealer to have your vehiclechecked.
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What does it mean if the system displaysthat driving is required to initialize steering?
The steering system needs to learninternal parameters to fully turn on thefeature. Drive your vehicle straightforward above 25 mph (40 km/h) forapproximately 5 minutes. This could alsooccur when your vehicle is new, thereis a battery voltage issue or if thesteering system has been serviced.
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What does it mean if the trailer is at itsmaximum angle or the system deactivatedby trailer angle?
You are at the maximum controllabletrailer angle for the system. Place yourvehicle in drive (D) and pull forward toget the truck and trailer back to anin-line position. If this messageconsistently displays, this could indicatethe sticker is incorrectly applied, thetrailer needs to be recalibrated or thedrawbar or the trailer dimensions areoutside of the supported range. Thesystem is designed to work withdrawbars that have a license plate tohitch ball center measurement of 9–18 in(23–46 cm) when installed. The systemis designed to work with trailers thathave a hitch point to center of the axleor axles measurement of 6–33 ft(1.85–10.05 m). Do not attempt to usedrawbars or trailers that have a lengthoutside of this range as the systemperformance degrades and could causeimproper system function. Check thatthe correct trailer is selected on the
touchscreen. Verify the sticker iscorrectly applied and check that thedrawbar and the trailer dimensions arewithin the allowed range. Then, deletethe trailer from the system and repeatthe setup process to calibrate the trailer.
What does it mean when the system tellsyou to take control of the steering wheel?
The system is no longer steering thevehicle and you must take over steering.There are four reasons the system coulddisplay this message. The first reasonthe system could display this messageis that you have touched the steeringwheel when the system is steering. Thesecond reason the system could displaythis message is that you have exceededthe maximum speed for the feature. Thethird reason the system could displaythis message is that the trailer is notdetected. The final reason the systemcould display this message is that aninternal condition for system operationis not met that requires your vehicle toreturn to manual control of the steering.
What does it mean if the system does notdetect a trailer?
The system requires a clear view of thesticker placed on the trailer. You mustkeep the camera lens and sticker cleanfor the system to correctly operate. Ifthe system cannot initially detect thetrailer, it could be necessary for you tochange the lighting conditions bymoving your vehicle and trailer orwaiting until the conditions change. SeeApplying the Trailer Reversing AidSticker (page 364). Some trailers are notcompatible with the sticker and camerasystem.
Note:The system is designed to be usedwith the same trailer connection every timeyou choose the trailer from the touchscreen.When using a different drawbar or a differentpinhole on drawbars with more than one,connecting the drawbar to your vehicleaffects the trailer position and you may needto repeat the trailer setup and calibrationprocess.
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WHAT IS TRAILER REVERSE
GUIDANCE
Trailer reverse guidance provides views andgraphics on the touchscreen to help yousteer your vehicle when you backup a trailer.
HOW DOES TRAILER REVERSE
GUIDANCE WORK
Trailer reverse guidance uses a sticker todetect the trailer angle relative to the towingvehicle and provides instructions, graphicsand camera views on the touchscreen.
TRAILER REVERSE GUIDANCE
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Driving while distractedcan result in loss of vehicle control, crashand injury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of your vehicle. We recommendagainst the use of any hand-held devicewhile driving and encourage the use ofvoice-operated systems when possible.Make sure you are aware of all applicablelocal laws that may affect the use ofelectronic devices while driving.
WARNING: This system is an extradriving aid. It does not replace yourattention and judgment, or the need toapply the brakes. This system does NOTautomatically brake your vehicle. If you failto press the brake pedal when necessary,you may collide with another vehicle.
Note:The system is not a substitute for safedriving practices. Always be aware of yourvehicle and trailer combination, and thesurrounding environment.
Note:The system does not detect or preventyour vehicle or trailer from making contactwith obstacles in the surroundingenvironment.
Note:The front end of your vehicle swingsout when changing the direction of thetrailer.
Note:In certain conditions, the trailer couldturn faster or the trailer angle could increasemore than anticipated. Always monitor theclearance between the trailer and vehicleand the surroundings.
SETTING UP TRAILER REVERSE
GUIDANCE FOR A CONVENTIONAL
TRAILER
CONFIGURING THE TRAILER
You must configure a trailer in the system touse trailer reverse guidance. This is aone-time setup process and the trailerinformation is saved in the system for thenext time you use that trailer.
The system only works with conventionaltrailers. It does not work with other typesincluding fifth-wheel and gooseneck trailers.The following illustration shows examples ofconventional trailers on the left-hand side.
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Note:Trailer reverse guidance camera viewsare available with no trailer setup. However,complete functionality including graphicsand automatic view switching is enabled bysetup. Setup is required to enable trailerbackup assistance.
Positioning the Trailer
Hitch the trailer to your vehicle and connectthe electrical wiring harness. Check to makesure that the wiring is working. SeeConnecting a Trailer (page 345).
Park your vehicle and hitched trailer on alevel surface.
For best results, make sure that your trailerrides level with the ground when you hitchyour vehicle. See Connecting a Trailer(page 345).
Make sure that the trailer and your vehicleare in line with each other. You can do thisby putting the transmission in drive (D) andpulling straight forward.
Configuring the Trailer in theTouchscreen
1.Shift to reverse (R).
2.Press the camera view button.
3.Press the trailer view icon.
4.Press Add Trailer.
5.Follow the directions on the touchscreento enter the trailer name, then proceedto the sticker setup. See Applying theTrailer Reverse Aid Sticker (page 376).
APPLYING THE TRAILER REVERSE AIDSTICKER
Place the sticker in an area visible by the rearview camera. The entire sticker must bewithin 4–19 in (10–48 cm) from the center ofthe hitch ball, as shown in the followingillustration.
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