Lincoln LS 2000, Owner'S Manual

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vehicle lamps from functioning. Your lamp outage feature will also be
disabled or provide incorrect information.
Your vehicle is ready to install a Trailer Tow module that will provide the
proper communication with the vehicle electrical system so your trailer
lamps will function properly. See your dealer or trailer rental agency for
proper instructions and equipment for hooking up trailer lamps.
Driving while you tow
When towing a trailer:
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Ensure that you turn off your speed control. The speed control may
shut off automatically when you are towing on long, steep grades.
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Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer.
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Shift out of D5 (Overdrive) and into D4 (Drive) or a lower gear when
towing up or down steep hills. This will eliminate excessive
downshifting and upshifting for optimum fuel economy and
transmission cooling.
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Anticipate stops and brake gradually.
Servicing after towing
If you tow a trailer for long distances, your vehicle will require more
frequent service intervals. Refer to your Scheduled Maintenance Guide
for more information.
Trailer towing tips
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Practice turning, stopping and backing up in an area before starting on
a trip to get the feel of the vehicle trailer combination. When turning,
make wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other
obstacles.
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Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached.
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The trailer tongue weight should be 10% of the loaded trailer weight.
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After you have traveled 80 km (50 miles), thoroughly check your
hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts.
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When stopped in traffic for long periods of time in hot weather, place
the gearshift in P (Park) or N (Neutral) and increase idle speed. This
aids engine cooling and air conditioner efficiency.
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Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade. If you must
park on a grade, place wheel chocks under the trailer’s wheels.
Driving
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