Lincoln Continental (2019 year). Instruction - part 16

Intensity: This setting affects the intensity of
the steering wheel vibration used for the alert
and alert + aid modes. This setting does not
affect the aid mode.

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Low.

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Normal.

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High.

System Display

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If you switch the system on in alert mode, a
graphic with lane markings appears in the
information display.

If you switch the system on in aid or alert and
aid mode, arrows appear with the lane
markings.

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If Adaptive Cruise Control is enabled and a
vehicle is being followed, additional graphics
appear in the display.

When you switch the system off, the lane
marking graphics do not display.

When the system is on, the color of the lane
markings change to indicate the system
status.

Gray: Indicates that the system is temporarily
unable to provide a warning or intervention
on the indicated side. This may be because:

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Your vehicle is under the activation
speed.

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The direction indicator is active.

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Your vehicle is in a dynamic maneuver.

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The road has no or poor lane markings
in the camera field-of-view.

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The camera is obscured or unable to
detect the lane markings due to
environmental, traffic or vehicle
conditions. For example, significant sun
angles, shadows, snow, heavy rain or fog,
following a large vehicle that is blocking
or shadowing the lane, poor headlamp
illumination.

See Troubleshooting for additional
information.

Green: Indicates that the system is available
or ready to provide a warning or intervention,
on the indicated side.

Yellow: Indicates that the system is providing
or has just provided a lane keeping aid
intervention.

Red: Indicates that the system is providing
or has just provided a lane keeping alert
warning.

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The system can be temporarily suppressed
at any time by the following:

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Quick braking.

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Fast acceleration.

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Using the direction indicator.

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Evasive steering maneuver.

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Driving too close to the lane markings.

Troubleshooting

Why is the feature not available (line markings are gray) when I can see the lane markings on the road?

Your vehicle speed is outside the operational range of the feature.

The sun is shining directly into the camera lens.

A quick intentional lane change has occurred.

Your vehicle stays too close to the lane markings.

Driving at high speeds in curves.

The last alert warning or aid intervention occurred a short time ago.

Ambiguous lane markings, for example in construction zones.

Rapid transition from light to dark, or from dark to light.

Sudden offset in lane markings.

ABS or AdvanceTrac™ is active.

There is a camera blockage due to dirt, grime, fog, frost or water on the windshield.

You are driving too close to the vehicle in front of you.

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Why is the feature not available (line markings are gray) when I can see the lane markings on the road?

Transitioning between no lane markings to lane markings or vice versa.

There is standing water on the road.

Faint lane markings, for example partial yellow lane markings on concrete roads.

Lane width is too narrow or too wide.

The camera has not been calibrated after a windshield replacement.

Driving on tight roads or on uneven roads.

Why does the vehicle not come back toward the middle of the lane, as expected, in the Aid or Aid + Alert mode?

High cross winds are present.

There is a large road crown.

Rough roads, grooves or shoulder drop-offs.

Heavy uneven loading of the vehicle or improper tire inflation pressure.

The tires have been changed, or the suspension has been modified.

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BLIND SPOT INFORMATION
SYSTEM

WARNING: Do not use the blind spot

information system as a replacement for
using the interior and exterior mirrors or
looking over your shoulder before
changing lanes. The blind spot information
system is not a replacement for careful
driving.

WARNING: The system may not

operate properly during severe weather
conditions, for example snow, ice, heavy
rain and spray. Always drive with due care
and attention. Failure to take care may
result in a crash.

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A

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The system is designed to detect vehicles
that may have entered the blind spot zone
(A). The detection area is on both sides of
your vehicle, extending rearward from the
exterior mirrors to approximately 13 ft (4 m)
beyond the rear bumper.

Note: The system does not prevent contact
with other vehicles. It is not designed to
detect parked vehicles, pedestrians, animals
or other infrastructures.

Using the Blind Spot Information
System

Vehicles with Automatic Transmission

The system turns on when all of the following
occur:
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You start your vehicle.

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You shift into drive (D).

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The vehicle speed is greater than 6 mph
(10 km/h).

Note: The system does not operate in park
(P) or reverse (R).

Vehicles with Instruction Transmission

The system turns on when all of the following
occur:
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You start your vehicle.

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The vehicle speed is greater than 6 mph
(10 km/h).

Note: The system does not operate in
reverse (R).

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System Lights and Messages

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When the system detects a vehicle, an alert
indicator illuminates in the exterior mirror on
the side the approaching vehicle is coming
from. If you turn the direction indicator on for
that side of your vehicle, the alert indicator
flashes.

Note: The system may not alert you if a
vehicle quickly passes through the detection
zone.

Blocked Sensors

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The sensors are behind the rear bumper on
both sides of your vehicle.

Note: Keep the sensors free from snow, ice
and large accumulations of dirt.

Note: Do not cover the sensors with bumper
stickers, repair compound or other objects.

Note: Blocked sensors could affect system
performance.

If the sensors are blocked, a message may
appear in the information display.  See
Information Messages (page 120).  The alert
indicators remain illuminated but the system
does not alert you.

System Errors

If the system detects a fault, a warning lamp
illuminates and a message displays.  See
Information Messages (page 120).

Switching the System Off and On

You can switch the system off using the
information display.  See General
Information (page 112).  When you switch the
system off, a warning lamp illuminates and
a message displays. When you switch the
system on or off, the alert indicators flash
twice.

Note: The system remembers the last setting
when you start your vehicle.

Note: The system may not correctly operate
when towing a trailer. For vehicles with a
trailer tow module and tow bar approved by
us, the system turns off when you attach a
trailer. For vehicles with an aftermarket
trailer tow module or tow bar, we
recommend that you switch the system off
when you attach a trailer.

To permanently switch the system off,
contact an authorized dealer.

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CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT

WARNING: Do not use the cross

traffic alert system as a replacement for
using the interior and exterior mirrors or
looking over your shoulder before
reversing out of a parking space. The cross
traffic alert system is not a replacement for
careful driving.

WARNING: The system may not

operate properly during severe weather
conditions, for example snow, ice, heavy
rain and spray. Always drive with due care
and attention. Failure to take care may
result in a crash.

The system is designed to alert you of
vehicles approaching from the sides when
you shift into reverse (R).

Using the Cross Traffic Alert System

The system is designed to detect vehicles
that approach with a speed up to 37 mph
(60 km/h). Coverage decreases when the
sensors are partially, mostly or fully
obstructed. Slowly reversing helps increase
the coverage area and effectiveness.

The system turns on when you start the
engine and you shift into reverse (R). The
system turns off when you shift out of reverse
(R).

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The sensor on the left-hand side is only
partially obstructed and zone coverage on
the right-hand side is maximized.

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Zone coverage also decreases when parking
at narrow angles. The sensor on the left-hand
side is mostly obstructed and zone coverage
on that side is severely reduced.

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System Lights, Messages and Audible
Alerts

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When the system detects a vehicle, an
indicator illuminates in the exterior mirror on
the side the approaching vehicle is coming
from.  A tone sounds and a message appears
in the information display.

Note: In exceptional conditions, the system
could alert you even when there is nothing
in the detection zone, for example a vehicle
passing in the distance.

Blocked Sensors

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The sensors are behind the rear bumper on
both sides of your vehicle.

Note: Keep the sensors free from snow, ice
and large accumulations of dirt.

Note: Do not cover the sensors with bumper
stickers, repair compound or other objects.

Note: Blocked sensors could affect system
performance.

If the sensors are blocked, a message may
appear in the information display when you
shift into reverse (R).  See Information
Messages (page 120).

System Limitations

The system may not correctly operate when
any of the following occur:
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The sensors are blocked.

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Adjacently parked vehicles or objects are
obstructing the sensors.

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Vehicles approach at speeds greater
than 37 mph (60 km/h).

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The vehicle speed is greater than 7 mph
(12 km/h).

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You reverse out of an angled parking
space.

System Errors

If the system detects a fault a message
displays.  See Information Messages (page
120).

Switching the System Off and On

You can temporarily switch the system off
using the information display.  See
Information Messages (page 120).  When you
switch system off, a message displays. See
Information Messages (page 120).

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Note: The system turns on each time you
switch the ignition on and you shift into
reverse (R). If you temporarily switch the
system off, it turns on the next time you
switch the ignition on.

Note: The system may not correctly operate
when towing a trailer. For vehicles with a
trailer tow module and tow bar approved by
us, the system turns off when you attach a
trailer. For vehicles with an aftermarket
trailer tow module or tow bar, we
recommend that you switch the system off
when you attach a trailer.

To permanently switch the system off,
contact an authorized dealer.

STEERING

Electric Power Steering

WARNING: If the system detects an

error, you may not feel a difference in the
steering, however a serious condition may
exist. Have your vehicle checked as soon
as possible, failure to do so may result in
loss of steering control.

WARNING: The electric power

steering system has diagnostic checks that
continuously monitor the system. If a fault
is detected, a message displays in the
information display. Stop your vehicle as
soon as it is safe to do so. Switch the
ignition off. After at least 10 seconds,
switch the ignition on and watch the
information display for a steering system
warning message. If a steering system
warning message returns, have the system
checked as soon as possible.

Your vehicle has an electric power steering
system. There is no fluid reservoir. No
maintenance is required.

If your vehicle loses electrical power while
you are driving, electric power steering
assistance is lost. The steering system still
operates and you can steer your vehicle
instructionly. Instructionly steering your vehicle
requires more effort.

Extreme continuous steering may increase
the effort required for you to steer your
vehicle. This increased effort prevents
overheating and permanent damage to the
steering system. You do not lose the ability
to steer your vehicle instructionly. Typical
steering and driving maneuvers allow the
system to cool and return to normal
operation.

Steering Tips

Steering wander or pull could be caused by
any of the following:
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Incorrect tire pressures.

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Uneven tire wear.

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Crowned road surface.

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High crosswind.

If the problem persists, have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible.

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Adaptive Learning

The electronic power steering system
adaptive learning helps correct road
irregularities and improves overall handling
and steering feel. It communicates with the
brake system to help operate advanced
stability control and accident avoidance
systems. Additionally, whenever the battery
is disconnected or a new battery installed,
you must drive your vehicle a short distance
before the system relearns the strategy and
reactivates all systems.

Adaptive Steering

 (If Equipped)

Note: The adaptive steering system has
diagnostic checks that continuously monitor
the system. If a fault is detected a message
displays in the information display. If a red
warning message displays, stop your vehicle
as soon as it is safe to do so. The message
may clear if the fault is no longer present. If
an adaptive steering system warning
message appears each time you start your
vehicle, have the system checked as soon
as possible.

The adaptive steering system continually
changes the steering ratio with changes to
vehicle speed, optimizing the steering
response in all conditions.

The adaptive steering system is designed
with a locking device. While the lock is
engaged, your vehicle returns to a fixed
steering ratio. You may also notice a sound
when you start or turn off your vehicle as the
lock is disengaged or engaged. If your
vehicle loses electrical power or detects a
fault while you are driving, the lock engages
and you are able to continue steering. During
this time it is possible that the steering wheel
may not be straight when the vehicle is
driving straight ahead. During this time you
may notice that the steering wheel angle
required to steer the vehicle may be
different. Extreme operating conditions may
also cause the lock to engage. This strategy
prevents overheating and permanent
damage to the adaptive steering system.
Typical steering and driving maneuvers allow
the system to cool and return to normal
operation.

PRE-COLLISION ASSIST

WARNING: You are responsible for

controlling your vehicle at all times. The
system is designed to be an aid and does
not relieve you of your responsibility to
drive with due care and attention. Failure
to follow this instruction could result in the
loss of control of your vehicle, personal
injury or death.

WARNING: The system does not

detect vehicles that are driving in a
different direction, pedestrians at night,
cyclists or animals. Failure to take care may
result in the loss of control of your vehicle,
serious personal injury or death.

WARNING: The system does not

operate during hard acceleration or
steering. Failure to take care may lead to
a crash or personal injury.

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WARNING: The system may fail or

operate with reduced function during cold
and severe weather conditions. Snow, ice,
rain, spray and fog can adversely affect the
system. Keep the front camera and radar
free of snow and ice. Failure to take care
may result in the loss of control of your
vehicle, serious personal injury or death.

WARNING: In situations where the

vehicle camera has limited detection
capability, this may reduce system
performance. These situations include but
are not limited to direct or low sunlight,
vehicles at night without tail lights,
unconventional vehicle types, pedestrians
with complex backgrounds, running
pedestrians, partly obscured pedestrians,
or pedestrians that the system cannot
distinguish from a group. Failure to take
care may result in the loss of control of
your vehicle, serious personal injury or
death.

WARNING: The system cannot help

prevent all crashes. Do not rely on this
system to replace driver judgment and the
need to maintain a safe distance and
speed.

Using the Pre-Collision Assist System

The system is active at speeds above
approximately 3 mph (5 km/h) and pedestrian
detection is active at speeds up to 50 mph
(80 km/h).

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If your vehicle is rapidly approaching another
stationary vehicle, a vehicle traveling in the
same direction as yours, or a pedestrian
within your driving path, the system is
designed to provide three levels of
functionality:

1. Alert

2. Brake Support

3. Active Braking

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Alert: When active, a visual warning appears
in the cluster. Some vehicles may also have
a red light bar that flashes on the windshield.

Brake Support: Assists the driver in reducing
collision speed by preparing the brake
system for rapid braking. Brake support does
not automatically activate the brakes, but if
the brake pedal is pressed even lightly by
the driver, brake support could add
additional braking up to full force.

Active Braking: Active braking may activate
if the system determines that a collision is
imminent. The system may help the driver
reduce impact damage or avoid the crash
completely.

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Note: If you perceive Pre-Collision Assist
alerts as being too frequent or disturbing,
then you can reduce the alert sensitivity,
though the manufacturer recommends using
the highest sensitivity setting where possible.
Setting lower sensitivity would lead to fewer
and later system warnings.

Adjusting the Pre-Collision Assist Settings

You can adjust the Alert sensitivity to one of
three possible settings by using the
information display control. See General
Information (page 112).

If required, you can switch Active Braking off
using the information display control. See
General Information (page 112).

Note: Active braking automatically turns on
every time you switch the ignition on.

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If a message regarding a blocked sensor or
camera appears in the information display,
the radar signals or camera images are
obstructed. The radar sensor is located
behind a fascia cover near the driver side of
the lower grille. With an obstructed radar,
the Pre-Collision Assist system does not
function and cannot detect a vehicle ahead.
With the front camera obstructed, the
Pre-Collision Assist system does not respond
to pedestrians or stationary vehicles and the
system performance on moving vehicles
reduces. The following table lists possible
causes and actions for when this message
displays.

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Action

Cause

Clean the grille surface in front of the radar or remove the object

causing the obstruction.

The surface of the radar in the grille is dirty or obstructed in some

way.

Wait a short time. It may take several minutes for the radar to detect

that there is no obstruction.

The surface of the radar in the grille is clean but the message remains

in the display.

The Pre-Collision Assist system is temporarily disabled. Pre-Collision

Assist should automatically reactivate a short time after the weather

conditions improve.

Heavy rain, spray, snow, or fog is interfering with the radar signals.

The Pre-Collision Assist system is temporarily disabled. Pre-Collision

Assist should automatically reactivate a short time after the weather

conditions improve.

Swirling water, or snow or ice on the surface of the road may interfere

with the radar signals.

Contact an authorized dealer to have the radar checked for proper

coverage and operation.

Radar is out of alignment due to a front end impact.

Clean the outside of the windshield in front of the camera.

The windshield in front of the camera is dirty or obstructed in some

way.

Wait a short time. It may take several minutes for the camera to detect

that there is no obstruction.

The windshield in front of the camera is clean but the message remains

in the display.

Note: Proper system operation requires a
clear view of the road by the camera. Have
any windshield damage in the area of the
camera's field of view repaired.

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Note: If something hits the front end of your
vehicle or damage occurs, the radar sensing
zone may change. This could cause missed
or false vehicle detections. Contact an
authorized dealer to have the radar checked
for proper coverage and operation.

Note: If your vehicle detects excessive heat
at the camera or a potential misalignment
condition, a message may display in the
information display indicating temporary
sensor unavailability. This message
deactivates automatically when operational
conditions are correct. For example, when
the ambient temperature around the sensor
decreases or the sensor automatically
recalibrates.

DRIVE CONTROL

 (IF EQUIPPED)

Lincoln Drive Control

The system delivers a driving experience
through a suite of sophisticated electronic
vehicle systems. These systems continuously
monitor your driving inputs and the road
conditions to optimize ride comfort, steering,
handling, powertrain response and sound.

You can preset your preferences for these
systems within the information display. The
system responds to your preferences based
on what gear position you select. This
provides a single location to control multiple
systems performance settings.

Lincoln Drive Control consists of the
following systems:
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Adaptive suspension dynamically adjusts
the shock absorbers stiffness in real time
to match the road surface and driver
inputs. This system continuously monitors
your vehicle’s motion (roll, pitch, bounce),
suspension position, load, speed, road
conditions, and steering to adjust the
suspension damping for optimal vehicle
control.

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Electronically power-assisted steering
adjusts steering effort and feel based on
your vehicle speed and your inputs.

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Adaptive steering optimizes your
vehicle's steering response based on
your steering wheel input, changes in
vehicle speed and other conditions.

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Active noise control utilizes your vehicle
electronics to enhance the acoustic
experience.

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Electronic stability control and traction
control maintain your vehicle control in
adverse conditions or high performance
driving.

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Electronic throttle control enhances the
powertrain response to your inputs.

Using Lincoln Drive Control

You can configure which of the Drive Control
modes are active when your vehicle is in
drive (D) or in sport (S). The configuration
remains active until modified from the main
menu on the information display.

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These systems have a range of modes which
you can choose from in order to customize
your ideal driving experience:
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Comfort – Provides a more relaxed
driving experience, maximizing comfort.
Your steering effort decreases and the
suspension movement is more fluid.
Comfort mode is ideal when you desire
enhanced traveling comfort.

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Normal – Delivers a balanced
combination of comfortable, controlled
ride and confident handling. This mode
provides an engaging drive experience
and a direct connection to the road
without sacrificing any of the composure
demanded from a luxury vehicle.

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Sport – Provides a sportier driving
experience. The suspension stiffens, with
an emphasis on handling and control.
The engine responds more directly to
your inputs and takes on a more powerful
tone. This mode is ideal for use during
more spirited driving.

You can change the drive control settings in
the information display. See General
Information (page 112).

Note: Not all settings may be available.

Note: Lincoln Drive Control has diagnostic
checks that continuously monitor the system
to ensure proper operation. Certain types of
system errors gray out the mode selections
within the information display, preventing
you from changing states when the gear
position is changed. Other types of errors
produce a temporary message in the
information display. If either condition
persists for multiple key cycles, see an
authorized dealer.

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