2026 Lincoln Navigator Owner's Manual

2026 Lincoln Navigator owners manual
Year:
2026
Make:
Lincoln
Model:
Navigator

Online manual

Size:
7.7 MB

Table of Contents

Table of contents
5
Copyright ©
3
Contacting Us
21
Contacting Us
21
Introduction
23
About This Publication
23
Using This Publication
25
Symbols Glossary
26
Symbols Used on Your Vehicle
26
Symbols Used On Your Instrument Cluster
28
Data Privacy
32
Data Privacy
32
Service Data
33
Event Data
34
Settings Data
34
Connected Vehicle Data
35
Mobile Device Data
35
Emergency Call System Data
36
Environment
37
Protecting the Environment
37
Visual Search
38
Interior Overview
38
Exterior Overview
40
Child Safety
42
Child Safety Precautions
42
Child Restraint Anchor Points
43
Child Restraints
45
Installing Child Restraints
47
Booster Seats
51
Child Safety Locks
54
Seatbelts
55
Seatbelt Precautions
55
Fastening and Unfastening the Seatbelts
56
Sensitive Locking Mode
57
Automatic Locking Mode
57
Adjusting the Seatbelts During Pregnancy
58
Adjusting the Seatbelt Height
59
Seatbelt Reminder
59
Checking the Seatbelts
61
Seatbelt Extensions
61
Personal Safety System™
63
What Is the Personal Safety System
63
How Does the Personal Safety System Work
63
Personal Safety System Components
63
Airbags
64
How Do the Front Airbags Work
64
How Do the Side Airbags Work
64
How Does the Safety Canopy™ Work
65
Airbag Precautions
66
Properly Adjusting the Driver and Front Passenger Seats
67
Children and Airbags
68
Front Passenger Sensing System
68
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator
72
Disposing of Airbags
73
911 Assist
74
What Is 911 Assist
74
How Does 911 Assist Work
74
Emergency Call Requirements
74
Emergency Call Limitations
75
Keys and Remote Controls
76
Remote Control Limitations
76
Using the Remote Control
76
Removing the Key Blade
77
Sounding the Panic Alarm
77
Locating Your Vehicle
77
Changing the Remote Control Battery
78
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control
79
Programming the Remote Control
79
Keys and Remote Controls Audible Warnings
80
Using the Valet Mode
80
Keys and Remote Controls – Troubleshooting
81
Phone as a Key
82
What Is Phone as a Key
82
Phone as a Key Limitations
82
Programming Your Phone
82
Using the Backup Start Passcode
82
Phone as a Key – Troubleshooting
83
Doors and Locks
85
Operating the Doors From Outside Your Vehicle
85
Operating the Doors From Inside Your Vehicle
85
Autounlock
86
Autolock
86
Mislock
86
Doors and Locks Audible Warnings
87
Doors and Locks – Troubleshooting
87
Keyless Entry
89
What Is Keyless Entry
89
Keyless Entry Limitations
89
Keyless Entry Settings
89
Using Keyless Entry
89
Keyless Entry – Troubleshooting
90
Keyless Entry Keypad
91
What Is the Keyless Entry Keypad
91
Keyless Entry Keypad Limitations
91
Locating the Keyless Entry Keypad
91
Keyless Entry Keypad Master Access Code
91
Keyless Entry Keypad Personal Access Codes
92
Using the Keyless Entry Keypad
93
Keyless Entry Keypad – Troubleshooting
93
Easy Entry and Exit
94
How Does Easy Entry and Exit Work
94
Switching Easy Entry and Exit On and Off
94
Split Gate
95
Opening and Closing the Split Gate
95
Opening the Open on Approach Split Gate
97
Open on Approach Settings
97
Split Gate Settings
97
Opening and Closing the Liftgate
98
Liftgate Settings
100
Opening and Closing the Tailgate
101
Split Gate – Troubleshooting
101
Security
103
Passive Anti-Theft System
103
Anti-Theft Alarm System
103
Security – Troubleshooting
104
Power Running Boards
106
Power Running Board Precautions
106
Power Running Board Settings
106
Power Running Boards – Troubleshooting
107
Steering Wheel
109
Using the Controls on the Steering Wheel
109
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
110
Resetting the Stopping Position
110
Horn
111
Switching the Heated Steering Wheel On and Off
111
Adjustable Pedals
112
Adjusting the Pedals
112
Wipers and Washers
113
Wipers
113
Autowipers
113
Switching the Rear Window Wiper On and Off
114
Reverse Wipe
114
Checking the Wiper Blades
114
Replacing the Front Wiper Blades
115
Replacing the Rear Wiper Blades
115
Washers
116
Wipers and Washers – Troubleshooting
118
Exterior Lighting
119
Exterior Lighting Control
119
Headlamps
119
Autolamps
120
Exterior Lamps
120
Automatic High Beam Control
122
Adaptive Front Lighting
125
Exterior Lighting – Frequently Asked Questions
127
Interior Lighting
128
Switching All of the Interior Lamps On and Off
128
Switching the Front Interior Lamps On and Off
128
Switching the Rear Interior Lamps On and Off
128
Interior Lamp Function
128
Adjusting the Instrument Panel Lighting Brightness
129
Ambient Lighting
129
Interior Lighting – Troubleshooting
130
Windows
131
Opening and Closing the Windows
131
Global Opening and Closing
132
Window Bounce-Back
132
Locking the Rear Window Controls
133
Interior Mirror
134
Interior Mirror Precautions
134
Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror
134
Exterior Mirrors
135
Adjusting the Exterior Mirrors
135
Folding the Exterior Mirrors
135
Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror
136
Glass Roof
137
Opening and Closing the Sunshade
137
Opening and Closing the Glass Roof
137
Venting the Glass Roof
138
Glass Roof Bounce-Back
138
Instrument Cluster
140
Instrument Cluster Overview
140
Tachometer
141
Speedometer
141
Fuel Gauge
141
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
142
Trip Computer
143
Accessing the Trip Computer
143
Resetting the Trip Computer
143
Remote Start
144
Using Remote Start
144
Remote Start Settings
144
Climate Control
145
Identifying the Climate Control Unit
145
Switching Climate Control On and Off
145
Switching Recirculated Air On and Off
145
Switching Air Conditioning On and Off
145
Switching Defrost On and Off
145
Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off
146
Switching Maximum Cooling On and Off
146
Switching the Heated Rear Window On and Off
146
Setting the Blower Motor Speed
146
Switching the Heated Mirrors On and Off
146
Setting the Temperature
147
Directing the Flow of Air
147
Locking the Rear Passenger Climate Controls
148
Auto Mode
148
Climate Control Hints
149
Air Conditioning System Refrigerant
150
Rear Passenger Climate Control
152
Identifying the Rear Passenger Climate Control Unit
152
Switching the Rear Passenger Climate Controls On and Off
152
Setting the Blower Motor Speed
152
Setting the Temperature
152
Directing the Flow of Air
152
Rear Auto Mode
152
Rear Passenger Climate Control Indicators
153
Interior Air Quality
154
What Is the Cabin Air Filter
154
Replacing the Cabin Air Filter
154
Auto Air Refresh
154
Digital Scent
155
Interior Air Quality – Troubleshooting
157
Rejuvenate
158
Using Rejuvenate
158
Front Seats
160
Front Seat Precautions
160
Sitting in the Correct Position
160
Power Seats
161
Massage Seats
165
Heated Seats
166
Ventilated Seats
167
Rear Seats
168
Manual Seats
168
Power Seats
174
Massage Seats
182
Heated Seats
182
Ventilated Seats
183
Rear Occupant Alert System
184
What is the Rear Occupant Alert System
184
How Does the Rear Occupant Alert System Work
184
Rear Occupant Alert System Precautions
184
Rear Occupant Alert System Limitations
184
Rear Occupant Alert System Settings
185
Rear Occupant Alert System Indicators
185
Rear Occupant Alert System Audible Warnings
186
Garage Door Opener
187
Garage Door Opener Introduction
187
Garage Door Opener Precautions and Frequencies
187
Programming the Garage Door Opener
188
USB Ports
192
Locating the USB Ports
192
Playing Media Using the USB Port
192
Charging a Device
193
Power Outlet
194
What Is the Power Outlet
194
Power Outlet Precautions
194
Power Outlet Limitations
194
Locating the Power Outlets
194
Power Outlet Indicators
194
Power Outlet
196
What Is the Power Outlet
196
Power Outlet Precautions
196
Locating the Power Outlets
196
Wireless Accessory Charger
197
What Is the Wireless Accessory Charger
197
Wireless Accessory Charger Precautions
197
Locating the Wireless Accessory Charger
197
Charging a Wireless Device
198
Storage
199
Overhead Storage
199
Glove Compartment
199
Center Console
199
Starting and Stopping the Engine
200
Starting and Stopping the Engine – Precautions
200
Push Button Ignition Switch
200
Starting the Engine
201
Engine Block Heater
201
Stopping the Engine
203
Automatic Engine Stop
204
Accessing the Passive Key Backup Position
204
Starting and Stopping the Engine – Troubleshooting
205
Auto-Start-Stop
209
What Is Auto-Start-Stop
209
Auto-Start-Stop Precautions
209
Switching Auto-Start-Stop On and Off
209
Stopping the Engine
209
Restarting the Engine
209
Auto-Start-Stop Indicators
209
Auto-Start-Stop – Troubleshooting
210
Fuel and Refueling
212
Fuel and Refueling Precautions
212
Fuel Quality
213
Locating the Fuel Filler Funnel
214
Running Out of Fuel
214
Refueling
215
Fuel Tank Capacity
217
Fuel and Refueling – Troubleshooting
218
Catalytic Converter
219
What Is the Catalytic Converter
219
Catalytic Converter Precautions
219
Catalytic Converter – Troubleshooting
220
Automatic Transmission
221
Automatic Transmission Positions
221
Manually Shifting Gears
222
Temporary Neutral Mode
223
Automatic Return to Park (P)
224
Shifting Your Immobile Vehicle Out of Park (P)
225
Automatic Transmission Audible Warnings
226
Using Progressive Range Selection
226
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity and Specification
226
Four-Wheel Drive
228
How Does Four-Wheel Drive Work
228
Four-Wheel Drive Precautions
228
Four-Wheel Drive Limitations
229
Selecting a Four-Wheel Drive Mode
230
Four-Wheel Drive Modes
230
Four-Wheel Drive Indicators
231
Transfer Case Fluid Capacity and Specification
232
Four-Wheel Drive – Troubleshooting
233
Front Axle
235
Front Axle Fluid Capacity and Specification
235
Rear Axle
236
Rear Axle Fluid Capacity and Specification
236
Drive Mode Control
237
What Is Drive Mode Control
237
How Does Drive Mode Control Work
237
Selecting a Drive Mode
237
Drive Modes
237
Drive Mode Control – Troubleshooting
239
Brakes
242
Brake Precautions
242
Anti-Lock Braking System
242
Brake Over Accelerator
242
Locating the Brake Fluid Reservoir
242
Checking the Brake Fluid
242
Brake Fluid Specification
243
Brakes – Troubleshooting
244
Electric Parking Brake
246
What Is the Electric Parking Brake
246
Applying the Electric Parking Brake
246
Applying the Electric Parking Brake in an Emergency
246
Manually Releasing the Electric Parking Brake
247
Automatically Releasing the Electric Parking Brake
247
Electric Parking Brake Audible Warning
247
Releasing the Electric Parking Brake if the Vehicle Battery Has Run Out of Charge
247
Electric Parking Brake – Troubleshooting
247
Reverse Brake Assist
250
How Does Reverse Brake Assist Work
250
Reverse Brake Assist Precautions
250
Switching Reverse Brake Assist On and Off
251
Overriding Reverse Brake Assist
251
Reverse Brake Assist Indicators
251
Reverse Brake Assist – Troubleshooting
252
Hill Start Assist
254
What Is Hill Start Assist
254
How Does Hill Start Assist Work
254
Hill Start Assist Precautions
254
Hill Start Assist – Troubleshooting
254
Auto Hold
255
How Does Auto Hold Work
255
Switching Auto Hold On and Off
255
Using Auto Hold
255
Auto Hold Indicators
256
Traction Control
257
What Is Traction Control
257
How Does Traction Control Work
257
Switching Traction Control On and Off
257
Traction Control – Troubleshooting
257
Stability Control
259
How Does Stability Control Work
259
Switching Stability Control On and Off
260
Stability Control Indicator
261
Hill Descent Control
262
What Is Hill Descent Control
262
How Does Hill Descent Control Work
262
Hill Descent Control Precautions
262
Switching Hill Descent Control On and Off
262
Setting the Hill Descent Speed
262
Hill Descent Control Indicator
263
Hill Descent Control – Troubleshooting
263
Steering
264
Electric Power Steering
264
Steering – Troubleshooting
265
Parking Aids
266
Parking Aid Precautions
266
Switching Parking Aid On and Off
267
Rear Parking Aid
267
Front Parking Aid
268
Parking Aid Indicators
269
Parking Aids – Troubleshooting
270
Rear View Camera
272
Rear View Camera Precautions
272
Rear View Camera Settings
272
360 Degree Camera
274
How Does the 360 Degree Camera Work
274
360 Degree Camera Precautions
274
360 Degree Camera Limitations
274
Locating the 360 Degree Cameras
275
360 Degree Camera Guide Lines
275
360 Degree Camera Settings
276
Adaptive Cruise Control
278
How Does Adaptive Cruise Control With Stop and Go Work
278
Adaptive Cruise Control Precautions
278
Adaptive Cruise Control Limitations
279
Switching Adaptive Cruise Control On and Off
281
Adaptive Cruise Control Automatic Cancellation
282
Setting the Adaptive Cruise Control Speed
282
Setting the Adaptive Cruise Control Gap
283
Canceling the Set Speed
284
Resuming the Set Speed
284
Overriding the Set Speed
286
Adaptive Cruise Control Indicators
287
Switching From Adaptive Cruise Control to Cruise Control
287
Lane Centering
287
Lane Centering – Troubleshooting
291
Predictive Speed Assist
292
Predictive Speed Assist – Troubleshooting
295
Adaptive Cruise Control – Troubleshooting
295
Lincoln BlueCruise
297
How Does BlueCruise Work
297
BlueCruise Precautions
298
BlueCruise Requirements
299
BlueCruise Limitations
300
BlueCruise Settings
300
Switching BlueCruise On and Off
301
BlueCruise Alerts
301
BlueCruise Automatic Cancellation
302
BlueCruise Indicators
302
Lane Change Assist
303
In-Lane Repositioning
305
BlueCruise – Information Messages
306
Lane Keeping System
309
What Is the Lane Keeping System
309
How Does the Lane Keeping System Work
309
Lane Keeping System Precautions
309
Lane Keeping System Limitations
310
Switching the Lane Keeping System On and Off
310
Switching the Lane Keeping System Mode
311
Lane Keeping System Settings
311
Alert Mode
311
Aid Mode
311
Alert and Aid Mode
312
Lane Keeping System Indicators
312
Blind Spot Assist
313
Blind Spot Assist with Trailer Coverage
316
Lane Keeping System – Troubleshooting
319
Blind Spot Information System
321
What Is Blind Spot Information System
321
How Does Blind Spot Information System Work
321
Blind Spot Information System Precautions
321
Blind Spot Information System Limitations
321
Blind Spot Information System Requirements
322
Switching Blind Spot Information System On and Off
322
Locating the Blind Spot Information System Sensors
322
Blind Spot Information System With Trailer Coverage
323
Blind Spot Information System Indicators
324
Blind Spot Information System – Troubleshooting
325
Exit Warning
327
What is Exit Warning
327
How Does Exit Warning Work
327
Exit Warning Precautions
327
Exit Warning Limitations
328
Exit Warning Indicators
328
Switching Exit Warning On and Off
329
Locating the Exit Warning Sensors
329
Exit Warning – Troubleshooting
329
Cross Traffic Alert
331
What Is Cross Traffic Alert
331
How Does Cross Traffic Alert Work
331
Cross Traffic Alert Precautions
331
Cross Traffic Alert Limitations
333
Switching Cross Traffic Alert On and Off
333
Locating the Cross Traffic Alert Sensors
334
Cross Traffic Alert Indicators
334
Cross Traffic Alert – Troubleshooting
335
Pre-Collision Assist
336
What Is Pre-Collision Assist
336
How Does Pre-Collision Assist Work
336
Pre-Collision Assist Precautions
336
Pre-Collision Assist Limitations
338
Switching Pre-Collision Assist On and Off
339
Locating the Pre-Collision Assist Sensors
340
Forward Collision Warning
340
Automatic Emergency Braking
341
Evasive Steering Assist
341
Pre-Collision Assist – Troubleshooting
342
Speed Sign Recognition
344
What Is Speed Sign Recognition
344
How Does Speed Sign Recognition Work
344
Speed Sign Recognition Precautions
344
Speed Sign Recognition Limitations
344
Speed Sign Recognition Indicators
345
Speed Sign Recognition Settings
345
Speed Sign Recognition – Troubleshooting
345
Driver Alert
346
What Is Driver Alert
346
How Does Driver Alert Work
346
Driver Alert Precautions
346
Driver Alert Limitations
347
Switching Driver Alert On and Off
347
Driver Alert – Troubleshooting
347
Load Carrying
348
Load Carrying Precautions
348
Locating the Safety Compliance Certification Labels
349
What Is the Gross Axle Weight Rating
349
What Is the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
349
What Is the Gross Combined Weight Rating
349
Calculating Payload
350
Calculating the Load Limit
350
Roof Rack
352
Luggage Compartment
354
Luggage Compartment Precautions
354
Installing and Removing the Luggage Compartment Cargo Net
354
Adjusting the Luggage Compartment Load Floor
355
Adjusting the Luggage Compartment Divider
356
Luggage Compartment Anchor Points
357
Connecting a Trailer
358
Connecting a Trailer Precautions
358
Hitches
358
Connecting a Trailer
359
Trailer Lighting Check
360
Connecting a Trailer – Troubleshooting
362
Towing a Trailer
364
Towing a Trailer Precautions
364
Trailer Brake Precautions
364
Towing a Trailer Limitations
365
Loading Your Trailer
365
Trailer Towing Hints
366
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft
367
Auto Tow/Haul
367
Towing Weights and Dimensions
367
Towing a Trailer – Troubleshooting
369
Integrated Trailer Brake Controller
371
What Is the Integrated Trailer Brake Controller
371
Integrated Trailer Brake Controller Precautions
371
Using the Integrated Trailer Brake Controller
371
Adjusting the Integrated Trailer Brake Controller Mode
373
Integrated Trailer Brake Controller – Troubleshooting
374
Trailer Sway Control
376
How Does Trailer Sway Control Work
376
Trailer Sway Control Precautions
376
Switching Trailer Sway Control On and Off
376
Trailer Hitching Assistance
377
What Is Trailer Hitching Assistance
377
How Does Trailer Hitching Assistance Work
377
Trailer Hitching Assistance Precautions
377
Trailer Hitching Assistance Limitations
378
Switching Trailer Hitching Assistance On and Off
379
Using Trailer Hitching Assistance
379
Trailer Hitching Assistance Indicators
380
Trailer Hitching Assistance – Troubleshooting
381
Trailer Backup Assistance
383
What is Trailer Backup Assistance
383
How Does Trailer Backup Assistance Work
383
Trailer Backup Assistance Precautions
383
Setting Up the Trailer Backup Assistance for a Conventional Trailer
384
Switching Trailer Backup Assistance On and Off
386
Using the Trailer Backup Assistance Controller
387
Using the Trailer Backup Assistance Views
388
Trailer Backup Assistance – Troubleshooting
390
Trailer Reverse Guidance
396
What Is Trailer Reverse Guidance
396
How Does Trailer Reverse Guidance Work
396
Trailer Reverse Guidance Precautions
396
Setting Up Trailer Reverse Guidance for a Conventional Trailer
396
Switching Trailer Reverse Guidance On and Off
399
Using Trailer Reverse Guidance Views
399
Trailer Reverse Guidance – Troubleshooting
401
Driving Hints
405
Breaking-In
405
Driving Economically
405
Driving in Cold Weather
405
Driving Through Mud and Water
406
Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
406
Driving In Sand
407
Driving Through Shallow Water
407
Floor Mats
408
Crash and Breakdown Information
409
Roadside Assistance
409
Switching the Hazard Flashers On and Off
410
Jump Starting the Vehicle
411
Post-Crash Alert System
413
Post-Collision Braking
414
Automatic Crash Shutoff
414
Recovery Towing
414
Transporting the Vehicle
416
Fail-Safe Cooling
416
Towing Your Vehicle
419
Towing Your Vehicle Precautions
419
Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle
419
Emergency Towing
421
Towing Your Vehicle – Troubleshooting
421
Fuses
422
Fuse Precautions
422
Under Hood Fuse Box
422
Interior Fuse Box
428
Identifying Fuse Types
433
Fuses – Troubleshooting
433
Maintenance
434
Maintenance Precautions
434
Opening and Closing the Hood
434
Under Hood Overview
435
Engine Oil
437
Engine Air Filter
441
Coolant
442
Changing the Fuel Filter
447
Drive Belt Routing Overview
447
12V Battery
447
12V Battery – Troubleshooting
450
Adjusting the Headlamps
452
Exterior Bulbs
454
Interior Bulbs
454
Vehicle Specifications
455
Engine Specifications
455
Motorcraft Parts
456
Vehicle Care
457
Cleaning Products
457
Cleaning the Exterior
458
Cleaning the Interior
460
Repairing Minor Paint Damage
462
Waxing Your Vehicle
462
Storing Your Vehicle
464
Preparing Your Vehicle for Storage
464
Removing Your Vehicle From Storage
465
Wheel and Tire Information
466
Locating the Tire label
466
Department of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
466
Information on the Tire Sidewall
467
Glossary of Tire Terminology
472
Tire Replacement Requirements
473
Using Snow Chains
475
Tire Care
478
Checking the Tire Pressures
478
Inflating the Tires
478
Inspecting the Tire for Wear
479
Inspecting the Tire for Damage
479
Inspecting the Wheel Valve Stems
483
Tire Rotation
483
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
485
What Is the Tire Pressure Monitoring System
485
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Overview
485
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Precautions
486
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Limitations
487
Viewing the Tire Pressures
487
Resetting Tire Pressure Monitoring System
487
Tire Pressure Monitoring System – Troubleshooting
488
Changing a Road Wheel
491
Changing a Flat Tire
491
Wheel Nuts
498
Vehicle Identification
499
Vehicle Identification Number
499
Installing the Vehicle Identification Card
499
Connected Vehicle
501
What Is a Connected Vehicle
501
Connected Vehicle Requirements
501
Connected Vehicle Limitations
501
Connecting the Vehicle to a Mobile Network
501
Connecting the Vehicle to a Wi-Fi Network
501
Connected Vehicle Settings
502
Connected Vehicle – Troubleshooting
502
Vehicle Hotspot
505
Setting Up a Vehicle Hotspot
505
Vehicle Hotspot Settings
505
Vehicle Hotspot – Troubleshooting
506
Audio System
507
Audio System Precautions
507
Switching the Audio Unit On and Off
507
Selecting the Audio Source
507
Media Control Buttons
507
Adjusting the Volume
508
Setting a Memory Preset
508
Locking the Rear Passenger Audio Controls
508
Adjusting the Sound Settings
508
Setting the Clock and Date
508
AM/FM Radio
509
Digital Radio
509
Satellite Radio
511
Audio System – Troubleshooting
513
Rear Passenger Audio Controls
517
Identifying the Rear Passenger Audio Controls
517
Switching the Rear Passenger Audio Controls On and Off
517
Selecting the Audio Source
517
Playing and Pausing the Audio Source
517
Adjusting the Volume
517
Switching Shuffle Mode On and Off
517
Switching Repeat Mode On and Off
517
Changing the Radio Station
517
Center Display
518
Center Display Overview
518
Status Bar
518
Apps
519
Controls
519
Customizing the Instrument Panel Display
520
Settings
520
Driver Assistance Menu
520
Rebooting the Displays
520
Voice Interaction
522
What is Voice Interaction
522
Setting Your Default Assistant
522
Google Assistant
522
Phone
524
Phone Precautions
524
Connecting Your Phone
524
Phone Menu
524
Making and Receiving a Phone Call
526
Sending and Receiving a Text Message
528
Switching Text Message Notification On and Off
529
Switching Apple CarPlay On and Off
529
Switching Android Auto™ On and Off
529
Bluetooth®
531
Connecting a Bluetooth® Device
531
Playing Media Using Bluetooth®
531
Personal Profiles
532
How Do Personal Profiles Work
532
Enabling or Disabling Personal Profiles
532
Creating a Personal Profile
532
Linking or Unlinking a Personal Profile
532
Using the Memory Function
533
Navigation
535
Navigation
535
Vehicle Software Updates
536
Vehicle Software Updates
536
Software Update Settings
536
Software Update Indicators
537
Vehicle System Reset
538
Performing a System Reset
538
Accessories
539
Accessories
539
Lincoln Protect
541
What Is Lincoln Protect
541
Scheduled Maintenance
544
Scheduled Maintenance
544
General Maintenance Information
548
Customer Information
553
Rollover Warning
553
Getting the Services You Need
553
In California (U.S. Only)
555
The Better Business Bureau Auto Line Program - United States of America
558
The Mediation and Arbitration Program - Canada
559
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada
559
Reporting Safety Defects in the United States
560
Reporting Safety Defects in Canada
560
Third Party Software Copyright Acknowledgment
562
Radio Frequency Certification Labels
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Perchlorate
562
Replacement Parts Recommendation
562
Mobile Communications Equipment
563
Federal Highway Administration Regulation
563
Emission Law - United States of America
564
Export Unique Options
565
Warranty Information
565
Appendices
567
Electromagnetic Compatibility
567
Index
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2026 Lincoln Navigator Overview

Owner's Manual

The Owner's Manual of the 2026 Lincoln Navigator serves as an essential guide for all drivers, providing in-depth insights and instructions for optimal vehicle operations and maintenance. This comprehensive document encompasses all aspects of the vehicle, from basic controls and features to advanced technology systems and safety protocols. Understanding the manual fosters a deeper connection between the owner and their Navigator, ensuring efficient performance and longevity. Owners are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the manual to fully leverage the innovative functions and features that Lincoln has built into this exceptional vehicle. Additionally, it contains vital information regarding warranty coverage, scheduled maintenance, and troubleshooting, enabling owners to address potential concerns swiftly and confidently.

Introduction

The 2026 Lincoln Navigator redefines the luxury SUV experience, blending opulent comfort with cutting-edge technology. This flagship model continues to uphold Lincoln's tradition of sophistication while incorporating modern advancements that cater to the demands of today's drivers. With its bold exterior design and meticulously crafted interior, the Navigator promises an unparalleled journey whether you're navigating city streets or embarking on cross-country adventures. Each detail, from the striking front grille to the spacious cabin, has been conceived to envelop passengers in a world of luxury and convenience.

Powertrains

The 2026 Lincoln Navigator is powered by a robust 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 engine, delivering an impressive balance of power and efficiency. This turbocharged engine generates substantial horsepower and torque, ensuring that every drive boasts dynamic performance. Coupled with a 10-speed automatic transmission, the Navigator provides smooth and responsive acceleration, while an advanced all-wheel-drive system enhances stability and control on various terrains. Drivers can expect outstanding towing capabilities, making the Navigator an ideal choice for both families and outdoor enthusiasts.

Trims

The 2026 Lincoln Navigator is available in several trims, each providing tailored luxuries and features to suit different preferences. The base model, Navigator, offers a wealth of standard amenities, while the Reserve adds enhanced technology and interior upgrades for a more luxurious experience. The Black Label trim elevates the Navigator to a new realm of sophistication, offering exclusive interior designs and bespoke services. With various configurations, owners can select a trim that perfectly aligns with their lifestyle and desires.

Features

The 2026 Lincoln Navigator is packed with advanced features that enhance comfort, convenience, and safety. Inside, a lavish cabin awaits, boasting leather upholstery, heated and ventilated seats, and a state-of-the-art infotainment system with a large touchscreen display. Driver-assistance technologies, including adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assistance, and a 360-degree camera system, promote peace of mind on the road. Furthermore, innovative connectivity features keep passengers engaged, ensuring that every journey is as enjoyable as it is luxurious.

User manual download

The Lincoln Navigator owner manual for the 2026 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2026 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.

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