trailer LINCOLN NAVIGATOR 2023 Workshop Manual

WHAT IS TRAILER BACKUP
ASSISTANCE
Trailer backup assistance utilizes the controlknob on the instrument panel to help yousteer a trailer. Turn the control knob in thedirection you want the trailer to go and thesystem steers the vehicle.
HOW DOES TRAILER BACKUP
ASSISTANCE WORK
Trailer backup assistance uses a sticker todetect the trailer angle relative to the towingvehicle and provides instructions, graphicsand camera views on the touchscreen.
TRAILER BACKUP ASSISTANCE
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 safeoperation 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.
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SETTING UP THE TRAILER BACKUP
ASSISTANCE FOR A CONVENTIONAL
TRAILER
CONFIGURING THE TRAILER
You must configure a trailer in the system touse the trailer reversing aids. This is aone-time setup process per trailer and thetrailer information is saved in the system forthe next time you use that trailer.
The system only works with conventionaltrailers. It does not work with other typesincluding gooseneck and fifth-wheel. Thefollowing illustration shows examples ofconventional trailers on the left-hand side.
Positioning the Trailer
Hitch your trailer to the truck 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.
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Configuring the Trailer in theTouchscreen
1.Press the button to switch the system on.
2.Press Add Trailer on the touchscreen.
3.Follow the directions on the touchscreento enter the trailer name, then proceedto the sticker setup. See Applying theTrailer Reversing Aid Sticker (page 364).
APPLYING THE TRAILER REVERSINGAID STICKER
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.
Use the sticker placement card and a tapemeasure to determine the appropriate areato place the sticker. The sticker is in the backcover pocket of your quick start guide. Makesure the entire sticker is within the greenzone between the two arcs or distancemarkers on the diagram, and is also visiblein the rear view camera display.
Once you have found the correct location,place the sticker.
Note:Make sure nothing can obstruct therear view camera's view of the sticker suchas a jack handle or wiring.
Note:Position the sticker on a flat, dry andclean horizontal surface. For best results,apply the sticker when temperatures areabove 32°F (0°C).
Note:Do not move stickers after placingthem. Do not re-use any stickers if removed.
Note:You can purchase additional stickersthrough your authorized dealer.
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CALIBRATING THE SYSTEM
Calibrating the system requires drivingforward and turning left or right. Follow theinstructions on the touchscreen to completethe calibration process.
Note:To calibrate the system, you need anarea where you can safely drive forward andturn left or right. An open parking lot is anideal place to perform the calibration.
Note:Keep the steering wheel straight wheninstructed to by the touchscreen. If thesteering wheel is in a turned position duringthis instruction, the calibration pauses.
Note:During calibration, the systemdetermines the trailer length. The systemsupports trailer lengths of 6–33 ft(1.85–10.05 m) distance from the hitch pointto the center of the axle or axles. The systemis designed to work with drawbars that havea license plate to hitch ball centermeasurement of 9–18 in (23–46 cm) wheninstalled. Do not attempt to use drawbars ortrailers that have a length outside of thisrange as the system performance degradesand could cause improper system function.
Note:The touchscreen shows if you aregoing too slow or fast. Calibration pauses ifthe speed is outside the required range of2–9 mph (4–15 km/h).
Note:You need to complete at least a 90°turn, and longer trailers could require a 180°turn. Camera trailer tracking requires thesystem to locate the hitch ball as well asdetermine the trailer length. Some trailerscould require you to drive straight then turnmultiple times before calibration completes.The touchscreen provides instructions andnotifies you when calibration completes.
Note:For best results, do not calibrate thesystem at night when calibrating.
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SWITCHING TRAILER BACKUP
ASSISTANCE ON AND OFF
Press the button and use the touchscreento select the connected trailer.
Note:A trailer must be configured to usetrailer backup assistance. See Connectinga Trailer (page 346).
Note:If you use the steering wheel whenusing trailer backup assistance, the systemturns off and a message displays in thetouchscreen.
Note:If the trailer was connected just priorto turning the system on, you may need todrive forward to initialize the system. Followthe instructions on the touchscreen toactivate the system.
USING THE TRAILER BACKUP
ASSISTANCE CONTROLLER
Use the control knob to steer the trailer. Takeyour hands off the steering wheel and turnthe control knob instead. The control knobacts as the steering control for the trailer.
Turn and hold counterclockwise to make thetrailer go left.
Turn and hold clockwise to make the trailergo right.
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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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