2022 Lincoln Navigator Owners Manual - Trailer backup assistance (if equipped)

Trailer backup assistance (if equipped)

Trailer backup assistance utilizes the control knob on the instrument panel to help you steer a trailer. Turn the control knob in the direction you want the trailer to go and the system steers the vehicle.

HOW DOES TRAILER BACKUP ASSISTANCE WORK

Trailer backup assistance uses a sticker to detect the trailer angle relative to the towing vehicle and provides instructions, graphics and camera views on the touchscreen.

TRAILER BACKUP ASSISTANCE PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:  Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, crash and injury. We strongly recommend that you use extreme caution when using any device that may take your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your vehicle. We recommend against the use of any hand-held device while driving and encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible. Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving.    WARNING:  This system is an extra driving aid. It does not replace your attention and judgment, or the need to apply the brakes. This system does NOT automatically brake your vehicle. If you fail to press the brake pedal when necessary, you may collide with another vehicle.

Note:   The system is not a substitute for safe driving practices. Always be aware of your vehicle and trailer combination, and the surrounding environment.

Note:   The system does not detect or prevent your vehicle or trailer from making contact with obstacles in the surrounding environment.

Note:   The front end of your vehicle swings out when changing the direction of the trailer.

Note:   In certain conditions, the trailer could turn faster or the trailer angle could increase more than anticipated. Always monitor the clearance between the trailer and vehicle and the surroundings.

CONFIGURING THE TRAILER

You must configure a trailer in the system to use the trailer reversing aids. This is a one-time setup process and the trailer information is saved in the system for the next time you use that trailer.

The system only works with conventional trailers. It does not work with other types including gooseneck and fifth-wheel. The following illustration shows examples of conventional trailers on the left-hand side.

POSITIONING THE TRAILER

Hitch your trailer to the truck and connect the electrical wiring harness. Check to make sure that the wiring is working.   See   Connecting a Trailer. 

Park your vehicle and hitched trailer on a level surface.

For best results, make sure that your trailer rides level with the ground when you hitch your vehicle.   See   Connecting a Trailer. 

Make sure that the trailer and your vehicle are in line with each other. You can do this by putting the transmission in drive (D) and pulling straight forward.

CONFIGURING THE TRAILER IN THE TOUCHSCREEN

1. Press the button to switch the system on.

1. Press Add Trailer on the touchscreen.

1. Follow the directions on the touchscreen to enter the trailer name, then proceed to the sticker setup.

APPLYING THE TRAILER REVERSING AID STICKER

Place the sticker in an area visible by the rear view camera. The entire sticker must be within 4–19 in (10–48 cm) from the center of the hitch ball, as shown in the following illustration.

Use the sticker placement card and a tape measure to determine the appropriate area to place the sticker. The sticker is in the back cover pocket of your quick start guide. Make sure the entire sticker is within the green zone between the two arcs or distance markers on the diagram, and is also visible in the rear view camera display.

Once you have found the correct location, place the sticker.

Note:   Make sure nothing can obstruct the rear view camera's view of the sticker such as a jack handle or wiring.

Note:   Position the sticker on a flat, dry and clean horizontal surface. For best results, apply the sticker when temperatures are above 32 °F (0 °C).

Note:   Do not move stickers after placing them. Do not re-use any stickers if removed.

Note:   You can purchase additional stickers through your authorized dealer.

CALIBRATING THE SYSTEM

Calibrating the system requires driving forward and turning left or right. Follow the instructions on the touchscreen to complete the calibration process.

Note:   To calibrate the system, you need an area where you can safely drive forward and turn left or right. An open parking lot is an ideal place to perform the calibration.

Note:   Keep the steering wheel straight when instructed to by the touchscreen. If the steering wheel is in a turned position during this instruction, the calibration pauses.

Note:   During calibration, the system determines the trailer length. The system supports trailer lengths of 6–33 ft (1.85–10.05 m) distance from the hitch point to the center of the axle or axles. The system is designed to work with drawbars that have a license plate to hitch ball center measurement of 9–18 in (23–46 cm) when installed. Do not attempt to use drawbars or trailers that have a length outside of this range as the system performance degrades and could cause improper system function.

Note:   The touchscreen shows if you are going too slow or fast. Calibration pauses if the speed is outside the required range of 2–9 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 the system to locate the hitch ball as well as determine the trailer length. Some trailers could require you to drive straight then turn multiple times before calibration completes. The touchscreen provides instructions and notifies you when calibration completes.

Note:   For best results, do not calibrate the system at night when calibrating.

SWITCHING TRAILER BACKUP ASSISTANCE ON AND OFF



Press the button and use the touchscreen to select the connected trailer.

Note:   A trailer must be configured to use trailer backup assistance.

Note:   If you use the steering wheel when using trailer backup assistance, the system turns off and a message displays in the touchscreen.

Note:   If the trailer was connected just prior to turning the system on, you may need to drive forward to initialize the system. Follow the instructions on the touchscreen to activate the system.

USING THE TRAILER BACKUP ASSISTANCE CONTROLLER

Use the control knob to steer the trailer. Take your hands off the steering wheel and turn the control knob instead. The control knob acts as the steering control for the trailer.

Turn and hold counterclockwise to make the trailer go left.

Turn and hold clockwise to make the trailer go right.

Release the knob when the trailer is moving in the direction you want.

Note:   The more you turn the knob, the sharper the trailer turns.

Note:   Quickly turning and releasing the knob results in a jerky movement of the vehicle.

Note:   You may have to use the knob to correct the trailer direction when attempting to move the trailer straight back under some conditions.

USING THE TRAILER BACKUP ASSISTANCE VIEWS

Up to three camera views could be available when using trailer backup assistance. Use the view that helps you the most when reversing your vehicle and trailer.

360 ° camera view. Shows a 360 ° view on the right-hand side of the touchscreen with a rear camera view on the left-hand side of the touchscreen.

Rear view camera view. Shows your trailer hitch or what is directly behind your vehicle.

Trailer reverse guidance view. Shows you a view of the sides of your vehicle and the trailer. In auto mode, this view moves as the trailer moves so that you do not have to adjust the camera as you turn. Left and right arrows let you see other 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 small representation of your vehicle and trailer with visual feedback to help you monitor the trailer. The graphic shows two different colored lines for the trailer hitch angle. A black line shows you where your trailer is in relation to your vehicle. The white line represents the amount the trailer can turn based on knob input.

The graphic shows a yellow and red zone for the hitch angle to warn you of a high angle condition that could require you to pull forward to reduce the hitch angle. The angle limits for each zone vary based on the trailer length.

The yellow zone indicates you are approaching the maximum controllable trailer angle for the system. When the trailer enters this zone, it is more difficult to reduce the trailer turn when backing up. It may be necessary to put your vehicle back into drive (D) and pull forward to get your vehicle and trailer back to an in-line position.

The red zone indicates you have exceeded the maximum controllable trailer angle for the system. Immediately stop reversing. Put your vehicle into drive (D) and pull forward until the trailer is no longer in the red zone.

SETTING THE TRAILER ANGLE LIMIT

1. Press Features on the touchscreen.

1. Press Towing.

1. Press Manage trailers.

1. Press the saved trailer you want to change.

1. Press Pro Trailer Backup Assist.

1. Press Trailer Angle Limit.

1. Press a setting.

NORMAL CONTROL ANGLE

Default setting. This provides a balanced limit that returns from a turn to straight backing with minimal change to the trailer direction.

MAX CONTROL ANGLE

Increases the trailer angle limit close to the maximum controllable angle to allow sharper turns but also causes more change in the trailer direction when straightening out from a turn.

TRAILER BACKUP ASSISTANCE – INFORMATION MESSAGES



 TRAILER BACKUP ASSISTANCE – FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Why does the trailer not reverse straight?Verify the sticker is correctly applied. Other factors such as the hitch connection, road camber, road slope and trailer suspension could influence how straight the system can reverse the trailer when the control knob is not turned. You can compensate for the trailer drifting to the right or left by slowly turning the knob until the trailer is following your desired path and then holding the knob in that position.What does it mean if the system remains on one message for an extended time during calibration?The camera could need to be cleaned, the sticker could be blocked, the drawbar could be outside the allowed range of 9–18 in (23–46 cm) or you could need to move to a different area to change the lighting and background. Verify the sticker is in the proper location.   See   Applying the Trailer Reversing Aid Sticker.  You can move to a different area or change the direction you are driving or setup the system at a different time of day. Some trailers are not compatible with the sticker and camera system.What does it mean if the system pauses during calibration?There could be steering input or trailer movement during the straight drive portion of the calibration process.What does it mean if the system displays hold steering steady during turn?Part of the calibration process for the sticker setup requires a steady turn. If you are continually moving the steering wheel during the turn, this delays the calibration process. To enable the calibration process, hold the steering wheel at the same position when turning.What does it mean if the system displays that it is not available?There could be a sub-system that the system uses that is not correctly operating or there could be a battery voltage issue. If the system continues to display it is not available, visit your authorized dealer to have your vehicle checked.What does it mean if the system displays that driving is required to initialize steering?The steering system needs to learn internal parameters to fully turn on the feature. Drive your vehicle straight forward above 25 mph (40 km/h) for approximately 5 minutes. This could also occur when your vehicle is new, there is a battery voltage issue or if the steering system has been serviced.What does it mean if the trailer is at its maximum angle or the system deactivated by trailer angle?You are at the maximum controllable trailer angle for the system. Place your vehicle in drive (D) and pull forward to get the truck and trailer back to an in-line position. If this message consistently displays, this could indicate the sticker is incorrectly applied, the trailer needs to be recalibrated or the drawbar or the trailer dimensions are outside of the supported range. The system is designed to work with drawbars that have a license plate to hitch ball center measurement of 9–18 in (23–46 cm) when installed. The system is designed to work with trailers that have a hitch point to center of the axle or axles measurement of 6–33 ft (1.85–10.05 m). Do not attempt to use drawbars or trailers that have a length outside of this range as the system performance degrades and could cause improper system function. Check that the correct trailer is selected in the touchscreen. Verify the sticker is correctly applied and check that the drawbar and the trailer dimensions are within the allowed range. Then, delete the trailer from the system and repeat the setup process to calibrate the trailer.What does it mean when the system tells you to take control of the steering wheel?The system is no longer steering the vehicle and you must take over steering. There are four reasons the system could display this message. The first reason the system could display this message is that you have touched the steering wheel when the system is steering. The second reason the system could display this message is that you have exceeded the maximum speed for the feature. The third reason the system could display this message is that the trailer is not detected. The final reason the system could display this message is that an internal condition for system operation is not met that requires your vehicle to return to manual control of the steering.What does it mean if the system does not detect a trailer?The system requires a clear view of the sticker placed on the trailer. You must keep the camera lens and sticker clean for the system to correctly operate. If the system cannot initially detect the trailer, it could be necessary for you to change the lighting conditions by moving your vehicle and trailer or waiting until the conditions change.   See   Applying the Trailer Reversing Aid Sticker.  Some trailers are not compatible with the sticker and camera system.

Note:   The system is designed to be used with the same trailer connection every time you choose the trailer from the touchscreen. When using a different drawbar or a different pin hole on drawbars with more than one, connecting the drawbar to your vehicle affects the trailer position and you may need to repeat the trailer setup and calibration process.