maintenance LINCOLN NAVIGATOR 2023 Service Manual

Towing a Trailer or Using a Car-top Carrier
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the instrument cluster display and perform services listed in theNormal Scheduled Maintenance chart.As required
Inspect and lubricate U-joints (if equipped with grease fittings).Inspect frequently, serviceas requiredSee axle maintenance items under Exceptions.
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)Replace spark plugs.
Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances, as in Heavy Commercial Use (Such as Delivery, Taxi, Patrol Car or Livery)Short Trips that do not allow the engine to get to operating temperature causing fuel dilution and an increase of the engine oil level
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the instrument cluster display and perform services listed in theNormal Scheduled Maintenance chart.As required
Replace engine air filter.Inspect frequently, serviceas requiredReplace cabin air filter.
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)Replace spark plugs.
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Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions (Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads)
Replace engine air filter.Inspect frequently, serviceas requiredReplace cabin air filter.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth.
Change engine oil and filter.1Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)or six months
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)
1Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter change.
Off-road Operation
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints and U-joints. Lubricate if equipped with grease fittings.Inspect frequently, serviceas requiredReplace engine air filter.
Replace cabin air filter.
Change engine oil and filter.1Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)or six months
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
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Off-road Operation
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth.
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)
1Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter change.
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the NormalSchedule.
Axle and Transfer Case Maintenance
Axle(s) and transfer case (Four-wheel drivevehicles) fluid changes or level checks arenot required unless a leak is suspected orthe assembly has been submerged in water.Contact an authorized dealer for service.
California Fuel Filter Replacement
If you register your vehicle in California, theCalifornia Air Resources Board hasdetermined that the failure to perform thismaintenance item does not nullify theemission warranty or limit recall liabilitybefore the completion of your vehicle'suseful life. Lincoln, however, urges you tohave all recommended maintenance servicesperformed at the specified intervals and torecord all vehicle service.
Hot Climate Oil Change Intervals
Vehicles operating in the Middle East, NorthAfrica, Sub-Saharan Africa or locations withsimilar climates using an American PetroleumInstitute (API) Certified for Gasoline Engines(Certification mark) oil of SM or SN quality,the normal oil change interval is 3,000 mi(4,800 km).
If the available API SM or SN oils are notavailable, then the oil change interval is1,800 mi (2,900 km).
Engine Air Filter Replacement
The life of the engine air filter is dependenton exposure to dusty and dirty conditions.Vehicles operated in these conditionsrequire frequent inspection and replacementof the engine air filter.
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PERCHLORATE
Certain components in your vehicle such asairbag modules, seatbelt pretensioners andremote control batteries may containperchlorate material. Special handling mayapply for service or vehicle end of lifedisposal.
For more information visit:www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
RECOMMENDATION
We have built your vehicle to the higheststandards using quality parts. Werecommend that you demand the use ofgenuine Ford and Motorcraft parts wheneveryour vehicle requires scheduledmaintenance or repair. You can clearlyidentify genuine Ford and Motorcraft partsby looking for the Ford, FoMoCo orMotorcraft branding on the parts or theirpackaging.
Scheduled Maintenance andMechanical Repairs
One of the best ways for you to make surethat your vehicle provides years of serviceis to have it maintained in line with ourrecommendations using parts that conformto the specifications detailed in this Owner’sManual.
Genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts meet orexceed these specifications.
Collision Repairs
We hope that you never experience acollision, but accidents happen sometimes.
Genuine Ford replacement collision partsmeet our stringent requirements for fit, finish,structural integrity, corrosion protection anddent resistance. During vehicle developmentwe validate that these parts deliver theintended level of protection as a wholesystem. A great way to know for sure youare getting this level of protection is to usegenuine Ford replacement collision parts.
Warranty on Replacement Parts
Genuine Ford and Motorcraft replacementparts are the only replacement parts thatbenefit from a Ford Warranty.
The Ford Warranty may not cover damagecaused to your vehicle as a result of failednon-Ford parts.
For additional information, refer to the termsand conditions of the Ford Warranty.
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We will use reasonable endeavors to providethe SUNA Traffic Channel 24 hours a day,365 days a year. The SUNA Traffic Channelmay occasionally be unavailable for technicalreasons or for planned maintenance. We willtry to perform maintenance at times whencongestion is light. We reserve the right towithdraw SUNA Products and/or Services atany time.
Also, we cannot assure the uninterruptedreception of the SUNA Traffic ChannelRDS-TMC signal at any particular location.
6. Limitation of Liability
Neither Intelematics (nor its suppliers or themanufacturer of your device (the“Suppliers”)) shall be liable to you or to anythird party for any damages either direct,indirect, incidental, consequential orotherwise arising out of the use of or inabilityto use SUNA Products and/or Services evenif Intelematics or a Supplier has been advisedof the possibility of such damages. You alsoacknowledge that neither Intelematics norany Supplier guarantees nor make anywarranties that relate to the availability,accuracy or completeness of SUNA Products
and/or Services, and to the extent which itis lawful to do so, both Intelematics and eachSupplier excludes any warranties whichmight otherwise be implied by any State orFederal legislation in relation to SUNAProducts and/or Services.
7. Please Note
Great care has been taken in preparing thismanual. Constant product development maymean that some information is not entirelyup-to-date. The information in this documentis subject to change without notice.
EMISSION LAW - UNITED STATES
OF AMERICA
WARNING: Do not remove or alterthe original equipment floor covering orinsulation between it and the metal floorof the vehicle. The floor covering andinsulation protect occupants of the vehiclefrom the engine and exhaust system heat
and noise. On vehicles with no originalequipment floor covering insulation, do notcarry passengers in a manner that permitsprolonged skin contact with the metal floor.Failure to follow these instructions mayresult in fire or personal injury.
U.S. federal laws and certain state lawsprohibit removing or rendering inoperativeemission control system components. Similarfederal or provincial laws may apply inCanada. We do not approve of any vehiclemodification without first determiningapplicable laws.
Tampering with emissions controlsystems including related sensorsor the Diesel Exhaust Fluid systemcan result in reduced engine power and theillumination of the service engine soon light.
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Tampering With a Noise ControlSystem
Federal laws prohibit the following acts:
•Removal or rendering inoperative by anyperson other than for purposes ofmaintenance.
•Repair or replacement of any device orelement of the design incorporated intoa new vehicle for the purpose of noisecontrol prior to its sale or delivery to theultimate purchaser or while it is in use.
•The use of the vehicle after any personremoves or renders inoperative anydevice or element of the design.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agencymay presume to constitute tampering asfollows:
•Removal of hood blanket, fender apronabsorbers, fender apron barriers,underbody noise shields or acousticallyabsorptive material.
•Tampering or rendering inoperative theengine speed governor, to allow enginespeed to exceed manufacturerspecifications.
If the engine does not start, runs rough,experiences a decrease in engineperformance, experiences excess fuelconsumption or produces excessive exhaustsmoke, check for the following:
•A plugged or disconnected air inletsystem hose.
•A plugged engine air filter element.
•Water in the fuel filter and waterseparator.
•A clogged fuel filter.
•Contaminated fuel.
•Air in the fuel system, due to looseconnections.
•An open or pinched sensor hose.
•Incorrect engine oil level.
•Incorrect fuel for climatic conditions.
•Incorrect engine oil viscosity for climacticconditions.
Note:Some vehicles have a lifetime fuel filterthat is integrated with the fuel tank. Regularmaintenance or replacement is not needed.
Note:If these checks do not help you correctthe concern, have your vehicle checked assoon as possible.
Noise Emissions Warranty, ProhibitedTampering Acts and Maintenance
On January 1, 1978, Federal regulationbecame effective governing the noiseemission on trucks over 10,000 lb (4,536 kg)Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). Thepreceding statements concerning prohibitedtampering acts and maintenance, and thenoise warranty found in the Warranty Guide,are applicable to complete chassis cabs over10,000 lb (4,536 kg) GVWR.
EXPORT UNIQUE OPTIONS
For your particular global region, your vehiclemay be equipped with features and optionsthat are different from the features andoptions that are described in this Owner’sManual. A market unique supplement maybe supplied that complements this book. Byreferring to the market unique supplement,if provided, you can properly identify thosefeatures, recommendations and
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specifications that are unique to your vehicle.This Owner’s Manual is written primarily forthe U.S. and Canadian markets. Features orequipment listed as standard may bedifferent on units built for export. Refer tothis Owner’s Manual for all other requiredinformation and warnings.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
The following warranties may apply to yourvehicle:
•New vehicle limited warranties.
•Emissions warranties, if applicable. (Note:Fully-electric vehicles are not eligible foremissions warranties.)
•Other warranties, if applicable.
Detailed warranty information specific to yourvehicle can be found in the Warranty Guideat www.owner.lincoln.com.
The following California Warranty Statement,required by California regulations, applies tovehicles certified to California emissionsstandards and registered in a state thatrequires California emissions warranty. Ifapplicable, additional California EmissionsWarranties can be found in the WarrantyGuide at www.owner.lincoln.com.
CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROLWARRANTY STATEMENT
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS ANDOBLIGATIONS
The California Air Resources Board and FordMotor Company are pleased to explain theemission control system warranty on your(year) vehicle. In California, new motorvehicles must be designated, built andequipped to meet the State's stringentanti-smog standards. Ford Motor Companymust warrant the emission control system onyour vehicle for the periods of time listedbelow provided there has been no abuse,neglect or improper maintenance of yourvehicle.
Your emission control system may includeparts such as the carburetor or fuel-injectionsystem, the ignition system, catalyticconverter and engine computer. Alsoincluded may be hoses, belts, connectorsand other emission-related assemblies.Where a warrantable condition exists, FordMotor Company will repair your vehicle atno cost to you including diagnosis, parts andlabor.
MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTYCOVERAGE:
(For 1990 and subsequent model passengercars, light-duty trucks, and medium-dutyvehicles.)
- For 3 years or 50,000 miles (whicheveroccurs first);
1) If your vehicle fails a Smog Checkinspection, all necessary repairs andadjustments will be made by Ford MotorCompany to ensure that your emissioncontrol system PERFORMANCE WARRANTY.
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2) If any emission-related part on your vehicleis defective, the part will be repaired orreplaced by Ford Motor Company. This isyour short-term emission control systemDEFECTS WARRANTY.
- For 7 years or 70,000 miles (whicheveroccurs first);
1) If an emission-related part listed in thiswarranty booklet specially noted withcoverage for 7 years or 70,000 miles isdefective, the part will be repaired orreplaced by Ford Motor Company. This isyour long-term emission control systemDEFECTS WARRANTY.
OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- As the vehicle owner, you are responsiblefor the performance of the requiredmaintenance listed in your owner's manual.Ford Motor Company recommends that youretain all receipts covering maintenance onyour vehicle, but Ford Motor Companycannot deny warranty solely for the lack ofreceipts or for your failure to ensure theperformance of all scheduled maintenance.
- You are responsible for presenting yourvehicle to a Ford or Lincoln dealer as soonas a problem exists. The warranty repairsshould be completed in a reasonable amountof time, not to exceed 30 days.
- As the vehicle owner, you should also beaware that Ford Motor Company may denyyou warranty coverage if your vehicle or apart has failed due to abuse, neglect,improper maintenance or unapprovedmodifications.
If you have any questions regarding yourwarranty rights and responsibilities, youshould contact Lincoln Concierge at1-800-521-4140 or the California Air ResourceBoard at 9528 Telstar Avenue, El Monte, CA91731.
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Four-Wheel Drive – Troubleshooting............227
Four-Wheel Drive Indicators......................227Four-Wheel Drive Limitations....................225Four-Wheel Drive Modes...........................226Four-Wheel Drive Auto.....................................227Four-Wheel Drive High.....................................227Four-Wheel Drive Low.......................................227Two-Wheel Drive High......................................226
Four-Wheel Drive Precautions..................224Four-Wheel Drive –Troubleshooting.........................................227Four-Wheel Drive – InformationMessages.........................................................228Four-Wheel Drive – Warning Lamps.............227
Front Axle Fluid Capacity andSpecification................................................478Front Exterior...................................................35Front Parking Aid..........................................257Front Parking Aid Audible Warnings.............258Front Parking Aid Limitations..........................257Locating the Front Parking Aid Sensors.......257What is the Front Parking Aid..........................257
Front Passenger Sensing System..............65Front Passenger Sensing SystemIndicators............................................................68Front Passenger Sensing SystemPrecautions........................................................67
How Does the Front Passenger SensingSystem Work.....................................................65What Is the Front Passenger SensingSystem................................................................65
Front Seat Precautions................................167Front Seats......................................................167Heated Seats........................................................173Massage Seats.....................................................172Power Seats..........................................................168Ventilated Seats...................................................174
Fuel and Refueling.........................................211Fuel and Refueling – Troubleshooting...........217Fuel Quality...........................................................212Refueling................................................................214Running Out of Fuel............................................213
Fuel and Refueling Precautions.................211Fuel and Refueling –Troubleshooting..........................................217Fuel and Refueling – InformationMessages..........................................................217Fuel and Refueling – Warning Lamps............217
Fuel Gauge......................................................143Fuel Gauge Limitations......................................143Locating the Fuel Filler Door............................143What Is Distance to Empty................................144What Is the Fuel Gauge.....................................143What Is the Low Fuel Reminder.......................143
Fuel Quality.....................................................212Selecting the Correct Fuel................................212
Fuel Tank Capacity.......................................216Fuse Precautions...........................................401Fuses................................................................401Body Control Module Fuse Box.....................408Fuses – Troubleshooting...................................413Under Hood Fuse Box.......................................401
Fuses – Troubleshooting.............................413Fuses – Frequently Asked Questions............413
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Garage Door Opener AdditionalAssistance....................................................192Garage Door Opener...................................188Garage Door Opener Introduction...........188Garage Door Opener Precautions andFrequencies.................................................188General Maintenance Information...........529Glare Free Lighting.......................................127Glare Free Lighting Indicators.........................129Glare Free Lighting Limitations.......................129Glare Free Lighting Precautions.....................128Glare Free Lighting Requirements..................128How Does Glare Free Lighting Work.............127Overriding Glare Free Lighting........................129
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Lane Keeping System – InformationMessages.........................................................308
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or PersonalWatercraft.....................................................351Liftgate...............................................................98Closing the Liftgate............................................100Liftgate – Troubleshooting................................104Opening the Liftgate............................................98
Liftgate Obstacle Detection.......................103Liftgate Precautions.......................................98Liftgate – Troubleshooting.........................104Liftgate – Frequently Asked Questions........105Liftgate – Information Messages.....................104Liftgate – Warning Lamps.................................104
Lincoln Personal Assistant..........................501Lincoln Personal Assistant – Frequently AskedQuestions.........................................................501Lincoln Personal Assistant Settings...............501Using Lincoln Personal Assistant....................501
Lincoln Protect..............................................526Linking or Unlinking a Personal Profile toa Remote Control.......................................516Live Traffic.......................................................517Switching Live Traffic On and Off....................517What Is Live Traffic..............................................517
Load Carrying................................................336Roof Rack.............................................................340
Load Carrying Precautions........................336
Loading Your Trailer.....................................350Locating the 360 Degree Cameras.........262Locating the Blind Spot Information SystemSensors.........................................................312Locating the Brake Fluid Reservoir.........232Locating the Cross Traffic AlertSensors.........................................................318Locating the Fuel Filler Funnel..................212Locating the Keyless Entry Keypad............93Locating the Memory FunctionButtons..........................................................186Locating the Power Outlets........................195Locating the Pre-Collision AssistSensors........................................................324Locating the Safety ComplianceCertification Labels....................................337Locating the Tire label.................................437Locating the USB Ports................................193Locating the Wireless AccessoryCharger.........................................................198Locating Your Vehicle....................................73Locking the Rear Window Controls..........135Luggage Compartment................................341Luggage Compartment Precautions........341
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Maintenance...................................................414Engine Air Filter..................................................423Engine Oil..............................................................417Exterior Bulbs......................................................428Interior Bulbs.......................................................428
Maintenance Precautions...........................414Making and Receiving a Phone Call.......507Manually Releasing the Electric ParkingBrake.............................................................235Manually Shifting Gears...............................221Shifting Using the Paddle Shifters..................221
Manual Seats..................................................175Accessing the Third Row Seats.......................178Adjusting the Head Restraint...........................176Adjusting the Seat Backrest..............................177Folding the Seat Backrest.................................177Head Restraint Components............................175Installing the Head Restraint............................176Moving the Seat Backward andForward.............................................................176Removing the Head Restraint..........................176Unfolding the Seats............................................178
Massage Seats...............................................172Adjusting the Massage Seat Settings............172Massage Seat Limitations.................................172
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