2009 Lincoln Navigator Owner's Manual
Year:
2009
Make:
Lincoln
Model:
Navigator
Rating:
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1
Introduction
4
CONGRATULATIONS
4
SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
5
Warning symbols in this guide
5
Warning symbols on your vehicle
5
Protecting the environment
5
PERCHLORATE MATERIAL
6
BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE
6
SPECIAL NOTICES
6
New Vehicle Limited Warranty
6
Special instructions
6
Service Data Recording
7
Event Data Recording
7
Using your vehicle with a snowplow
8
Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles
8
Cell phone use
8
Export unique (Non–United States/Canada) vehicle specific information
9
Instrument Cluster
12
WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES
12
GAUGES
17
Entertainment Systems
20
AUDIO SYSTEMS
20
AM/FM In-dash six CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound system
20
Auxiliary input jack (Line in)
26
USB port
28
Rear seat radio controls (if equipped)
29
GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION
32
Satellite radio information
33
FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT DVD SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
36
Quick start
37
To play a DVD in the DVD system:
37
To play a CD in the DVD system:
38
To play an MP3 disc in the DVD system:
38
To play an auxiliary source through the DVD system
39
To listen to audio over the headphones— Dual play mode (Navigation-based radio systems only):
40
To listen to audio over the headphones— Dual play mode (Non-navigation based radio systems):
40
Using the infrared (IR) wireless headphones:
41
Using wired headphones (not included):
41
To adjust display brightness:
42
DVD player controls
42
Remote control
45
Battery replacement
47
Headphones
48
Wireless headphones
48
Wired headphones
51
Operation
52
Single play/Dual play
52
Operation with an aftermarket audio system (Headphone only mode)
54
Menu mode
55
Angle mode
55
Aspect ratio
55
Language
56
Subtitles
56
Audio CDs
57
Playing MP3 discs
57
MP3 disc quality factors
58
CD, MP3 and CD player care
59
Playing a DVD
59
Slow play
60
Frame by frame
60
Headphone/auxiliary jacks
61
Audio displays
62
Audio interaction
62
Parental control for the DVD system
62
General information
63
Safety information
64
Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Compliance
65
Care and service of the DVD player
65
Environmental extremes
65
Temperature extremes
66
Humidity and moisture condensation
66
Foreign substances
66
Cleaning the liquid crystal display (LCD) flip-down screen
66
Cleaning DVD and CD discs
67
Compatibility with aftermarket audio systems (headphone only mode)
67
NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
67
SYNC
67
Climate Controls
68
DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL WITH REAR PASSENGER COMPARTMENT CLIMATE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
68
Dual automatic temperature control with heated and cooled seats and rear passenger compartment climate control (if equipped)
70
Operating tips
73
AUXILIARY CLIMATE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
74
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER
74
Lights
75
HEADLAMP CONTROL
75
Autolamp control
75
Fog lamp control
76
High beams
76
Flash to pass
76
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)
76
PANEL DIMMER CONTROL
77
AIMING THE HEADLAMPS
77
Vertical aim adjustment
77
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL
79
INTERIOR LAMPS
79
Front row map lamps
79
Front row map/dome lamp (if equipped)
79
Second row map lamps
80
Rear cargo lamp
80
BULB REPLACEMENT
81
Lamp assembly condensation
81
Using the right bulbs
81
Replacing interior bulbs
82
Replacing HID headlamp bulbs
82
Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal/sidemarker bulbs
82
Replacing fog lamp bulbs
83
Replacing tail/stop/turn/backup lamp bulbs
83
Replacing supplemental tail lamp bulbs
84
Replacing the high-mount brakelamp
85
Replacing license plate lamp bulb
85
Replacing approach lamp/mirror turn signal bulbs
85
Driver Controls
86
MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER
86
Windshield wiper rainlamp feature (if equipped with Autolamp)
87
Rear window wiper/washer controls
87
POWER TILT STEERING
87
ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)
89
OVERHEAD CONSOLE
89
Forward storage bin (if equipped)
89
Conversation mirror (if equipped)
90
Power quarter rear windows
90
CENTER CONSOLE
91
CLOCK
91
AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC)
92
POWER WINDOWS
93
Bounce Back (Front Windows Only)
95
Security Override
95
Window lock
95
Accessory delay
95
INTERIOR MIRROR
95
Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror
96
EXTERIOR MIRRORS
97
Power side view mirrors
97
Powerfold mirrors
97
Heated outside mirrors
98
Signal indicator mirrors
98
POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS
99
POWER DEPLOYABLE RUNNING BOARDS (IF EQUIPPED)
99
SPEED CONTROL
100
Setting speed control
101
Disengaging speed control
101
Resuming a set speed
102
Increasing speed while using speed control
102
Reducing speed while using speed control
102
Turning off speed control
103
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
103
MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)
105
HOMELINK WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM
106
Programming
106
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming
108
Operating the HomeLink Wireless Control System
108
Erasing HomeLink buttons
109
Reprogramming a single HomeLink button
109
MESSAGE CENTER
109
Selectable features
110
Reset
110
Info menu
110
Odometer/Trip odometer
110
Outside air temperature (if equipped)
110
Distance to empty (DTE)
111
Average fuel economy (AFE)
111
Instantaneous fuel economy
112
Trip elapsed drive time
112
Setup menu
112
Reset to English (if in another language)
113
Oil life
113
Easy entry
113
Autolamp
114
Autolock (if equipped)
114
Autounlock
114
Air Suspension
115
Running Boards (if equipped)
115
Power Liftgate
115
Rear park aid
116
Front park aid
116
Units (English/Metric)
116
Language
116
Compass display (if equipped)
117
Reset for zone settings
117
System check
119
System warnings
119
POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT
123
POWER LIFTGATE
123
MANUAL LIFTGATE (IF EQUIPPED)
127
CARGO MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
128
Cargo shelf/divider (if equipped)
129
LUGGAGE RACK
130
Locks and Security
131
KEYS
131
Recommended handling of the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT)
132
POWER DOOR LOCKS
133
Smart locks
133
Autolock
133
Deactivating/activating autolock
134
Power door unlock/lock procedure
134
Keyless entry keypad procedure
135
Message center procedure
135
Autounlock feature
135
Deactivating/activating autounlock feature
135
Power door lock switch autounlock enable/disable procedure
136
Keyless entry keypad autounlock enable/disable procedure
136
Message center procedure
137
CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS
137
REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM
137
Unlocking the doors/two stage unlock
138
Locking the doors
139
Opening the power liftgate
139
Car finder
140
Sounding a panic alarm
140
Memory seats/power mirrors/adjustable pedals/steering column
140
Activating the memory feature
140
Deactivating the memory feature
141
Replacing the battery
141
Replacing lost Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs)
142
How to reprogram your Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs)
142
Illuminated entry
142
Perimeter lamps illuminated entry
142
Deactivating/activating perimeter lamps illuminated entry
143
Illuminated exit
143
Battery saver
144
SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM
144
Programming your own personal entry code
144
Erasing personal code
145
Anti-scan feature
145
Unlocking and locking the doors and liftgate using keyless entry
145
SECURILOCK™ PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM
146
Anti-theft indicator
147
Automatic arming
147
Automatic disarming
147
Replacement Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKT) and coded keys
147
Programming spare keys
148
PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
149
Arming the system
150
Disarming the system
151
Triggering the anti-theft system
151
Seating and Safety Restraints
152
SEATING
152
Adjustable head restraints
152
Using the power lumbar support
155
Adjusting the front power seat
155
Memory seat/power mirrors/adjustable pedals/steering column
157
Climate controlled seats
157
Cooled seats
158
Climate controlled seats air filter replacement (if equipped)
159
REAR SEATS
160
Folding down the 2nd row 40% seat system
160
Placing the 2nd row outboard 40% seats in cargo mode
162
Adjusting the 2nd row outboard 40% seat for E-Z Entry
163
Reclining the 2nd row outboard 40% seatback
165
Adjusting the 2nd row center 20% seat (if equipped)
167
Rear heated seats
167
3rd row seats
168
Folding down the 3rd row seats to the load floor
169
Third row power folding seat (if equipped)
170
SAFETY RESTRAINTS
171
Personal Safety System
171
How does the Personal Safety System work?
171
Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints
172
Front crash severity sensor
172
Driver’s seat position sensor
172
Front safety belt usage sensors
172
Front safety belt pretensioners
172
Front safety belt energy management retractors
172
Determining if the Personal Safety System is operational
173
Safety restraints precautions
173
Combination lap and shoulder belts
175
Vehicle sensitive mode
175
Webbing extraction sensitive mode
176
Automatic locking mode
176
When to use the automatic locking mode
176
How to use the automatic locking mode
176
How to disengage the automatic locking mode
177
Safety belt pretensioner
177
Safety belt height adjustment
178
Second row comfort guide
178
Safety belt extension assembly
179
Safety belt warning light and indicator chime
180
Conditions of operation
180
Belt-Minder
180
One-time disable
183
Deactivating/activating the Belt-Minder feature (if equipped)
183
AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
184
Important SRS precautions
184
Children and airbags
186
How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work?
186
Determining if the system is operational
188
Seat-mounted side airbag system
188
How does the side airbag system work?
189
Safety Canopy system
190
How does the Safety Canopy system work?
191
Determining if the system is operational
193
S.O.S. Post Crash Alert
193
Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles (including pretensioners)
194
SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN
194
Important child restraint precautions
194
Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children
196
Transporting children
197
SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN
198
Infant and/or toddler seats
198
Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts
198
Attaching child safety seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) attachments
202
Combining safety belt and LATCH lower anchors for attaching child safety seats
204
Attaching child safety seats with tether straps
204
Child booster seats
208
When children should use booster seats
209
Types of booster seats
210
The importance of shoulder belts
211
Child restraint and safety belt maintenance
212
Tires, Wheels and Loading
213
NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS
213
VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS
213
4WD and AWD Systems (if equipped)
213
How your vehicle differs from other vehicles
214
INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING
215
Treadwear
215
Traction AA A B C
216
Temperature A B C
216
TIRES
216
Glossary of tire terminology
216
INFLATING YOUR TIRES
217
TIRE CARE
219
Inspecting your tires
219
Tire wear
220
Damage
220
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)
221
Tire replacement requirements
221
Safety practices
223
Highway hazards
223
Tire and wheel alignment
223
Tire rotation
224
INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL
225
Information on “P” type tires
225
Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” type tires
228
Information on “T” type tires
229
Location of the tire label
229
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)
230
Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
231
When your temporary spare tire is installed
232
When you believe your system is not operating properly
232
When inflating your tires
233
How temperature affects your tire pressure
233
SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS
234
VEHICLE LOADING – WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER
234
Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks and utility-type vehicles
240
TRAILER TOWING
240
Trailer hitch cover
244
Preparing to tow
245
Hitches
245
Weight distributing hitch
245
Safety chains
246
Trailer brakes
246
Trailer lamps
246
Driving while you tow
247
Servicing after towing
247
Trailer towing tips
247
Launching or retrieving a boat
248
RECREATIONAL TOWING
249
Driving
250
STARTING
250
Positions of the ignition
250
Preparing to start your vehicle
250
Important safety precautions
251
Starting the engine
252
Cold weather starting (flexible fuel vehicles only)
253
If the engine fails to start using the preceding instructions (flexible fuel vehicles only)
253
Guarding against exhaust fumes
254
Important ventilating information
254
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED)
254
BRAKES
256
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
257
Using ABS
257
ABS warning lamp
257
Parking brake
258
ADVANCETRAC WITH ROLL STABILITY CONTROL™ (RSC) STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
259
STEERING
263
Variable assist steering
264
AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM
264
PREPARING TO DRIVE
265
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION
266
Brake-shift interlock – floor-shift transmission
266
Driving with a 6–speed automatic transmission
267
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow
270
FORWARD AND REVERSE SENSING SYSTEMS
270
REARVIEW CAMERA SYSTEM
273
CONTROL TRAC FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4X4) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)
275
System indicator messages
276
Positions of the Control Trac system
276
Shifting between modes
277
Driving off-road with truck and utility vehicles
277
How your vehicle differs from other vehicles
277
Basic operating principles
278
If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement
278
If your vehicle gets stuck
279
Emergency maneuvers
279
Control Trac four–wheel drive system (if equipped)
280
Normal characteristics
280
Sand
281
Mud and water
281
Driving on hilly or sloping terrain
282
Driving on snow and ice
283
Maintenance and Modifications
284
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
284
Roadside Emergencies
285
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
285
Getting roadside assistance
285
Using roadside assistance
286
HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL
286
FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH
287
FUSES AND RELAYS
288
Fuses
288
Standard fuse amperage rating and color
288
Passenger compartment fuse panel
289
Power distribution box
292
CHANGING THE TIRES
296
Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information
296
Stopping and securing the vehicle
298
Location of the spare tire and tools
298
Removing the jack and tools
299
Removing the spare tire
299
Tire change procedure
300
Stowing the spare tire
304
WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
305
RUNNING OUT OF FUEL
306
JUMP STARTING
306
Preparing your vehicle
307
Connecting the jumper cables
307
Jump starting
310
Removing the jumper cables
310
WRECKER TOWING
313
Emergency towing
314
Customer Assistance
315
GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED
315
Away from home
315
Additional assistance
316
IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY)
317
THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY)
317
UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY)
318
FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN
319
GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA
319
ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURE
320
Obtaining a French owner’s guide
321
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)
321
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (CANADA ONLY)
321
Cleaning
322
WASHING THE EXTERIOR
322
WAXING
323
PAINT CHIPS
323
ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS
323
ENGINE
324
PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS
324
WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES
325
INSTRUMENT PANEL/INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENS
325
INTERIOR
326
CLEANING THE CLIMATE CONTROLLED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
327
LEATHER SEATS
327
UNDERBODY
327
FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS
328
Maintenance and Specifications
329
SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS
329
PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE
329
Working with the engine off
330
Working with the engine on
330
OPENING THE HOOD
330
IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
331
5.4L V8
331
WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
332
Checking and adding washer fluid for the liftgate
332
CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES
333
Changing the rear window wiper blade
333
ENGINE OIL
334
Checking the engine oil
334
Adding engine oil
335
Engine oil and filter recommendations
336
Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil
336
BATTERY
337
ENGINE COOLANT
339
Checking engine coolant
339
Adding engine coolant
340
Recycled engine coolant
342
Coolant refill capacity
343
Severe climates
343
What you should know about fail-safe cooling
343
How fail-safe cooling works
344
When fail-safe mode is activated
344
FUEL FILTER
345
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS
345
Important safety precautions
345
Refueling
347
Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel system
348
Flex Fuel Vehicle (FFV) fuel fill inlet
349
Choosing the right fuel
349
Octane recommendations
349
FFV engine
349
Fuel quality
349
Unleaded gasoline engines
350
FFV engine
350
Cleaner air
350
Running out of fuel
350
Refilling with a portable fuel container
351
ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY
352
Measuring techniques
352
Filling the tank
352
Calculating fuel economy
353
Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits
353
Habits
353
Maintenance
354
Conditions
354
EPA fuel economy estimates
355
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
355
On board diagnostics (OBD-II)
356
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing
357
POWER STEERING FLUID
358
BRAKE FLUID
358
TRANSMISSION FLUID
359
Checking automatic transmission fluid
359
AIR FILTER
359
Changing the air filter element
359
MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
362
MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES
363
ENGINE DATA
366
Engine drivebelt routing
367
IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE
367
Safety Compliance Certification Label
367
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
368
TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS
369
Accessories
370
GENUINE LINCOLN ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE
370
Exterior style
370
Interior style
370
Lifestyle
370
Peace of mind
371
Index
372
FAQ about the 2009 Lincoln Navigator Manual
What contains the 2009 Navigator manual?
The Lincoln Navigator owner's manual is a comprehensive guide provided by Lincoln to assist owners in understanding and operating their specific model of the Lincoln Navigator. It contains important information about the vehicle's features, functions, and maintenance requirements. A general overview of what you might find in a Lincoln Navigator 2009 owner's manual:
- Basic operations, like starting and stopping the engine and driver settings
- Instrument Panel and Controls, including dashboard indicators, warning lights, and controls
- Warranty Information, about the vehicle's warranty coverage
- Handling the Unexpected, including tire changes, jump-starting, and common car issues
- Customer Assistance, with contact information for customer support
Where to download the 2009 Lincoln Navigator Owners Manual?
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Is the manual for the Lincoln Navigator year 2009 free?
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The Lincoln Navigator (2009) owner's manual is available in English?
Yes, the owner's manual for the model year 2009 is available in English.
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