Lincoln Aviator 2020-2022 Owners Manual / Starting and Stopping the Engine / Engine Block Heater

Lincoln Aviator: Starting and Stopping the Engine / Engine Block Heater

WARNING: Failure to follow engine block heater instructions could result in property damage or serious personal injury.

WARNING: Do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged adapters. There is a risk of electrical shock.

WARNING: Do not fully close the hood, or allow it to drop under its own weight when using the engine block heater. This could damage the power cable and may cause an electrical short resulting in fire, injury and property damage.

Note: The heater is most effective when outdoor temperatures are below 0°F (-18°C).

The heater acts as a starting aid by warming the engine coolant. This allows the climate control system to respond quickly. The equipment includes a heater element (installed in the engine block) and a wire harness. You can connect the system to a grounded 120-volt AC electrical source.

We recommend that you do the following for a safe and correct operation:

Use a 16-gauge outdoor extension cord that is product certified by Underwriter’s Laboratory (UL) or Canadian Standards Association (CSA). This extension cord must be suitable for use outdoors, in cold temperatures, and be clearly marked Suitable for Use with Outdoor Appliances. Do not use an indoor extension cord outdoors. This could result in an electric shock or become a fire hazard.
Use as short an extension cord as possible.
Do not use multiple extension cords.
Make sure that when in operation, the extension cord plug and heater cord plug connections are free and clear of water. This could cause an electric shock or fire.
Make sure your vehicle is parked in a clean area, clear of combustibles.
Make sure the heater, heater cord and extension cord are firmly connected.
Check for heat anywhere in the electrical hookup once the system has been operating for approximately 30 minutes.
Make sure the system is unplugged and properly stowed before starting and driving your vehicle. Make sure the protective cover seals the prongs of the block heater cord plug when not in use.
Make sure the heater system is checked for proper operation before winter.

Using the Engine Block Heater

The engine block heater receptacle terminals are located on the left lower portion of the front fascia, behind the receptacle door.

Make sure the receptacle terminals are clean and dry prior to use. Clean them with a dry cloth if necessary.

The heater uses 0.4 to 1.0 kilowatt-hours of energy per hour of use. The system does not have a thermostat. It achieves maximum temperature after approximately three hours of operation. Using the heater longer than three hours does not improve system performance and unnecessarily uses electricity.

Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes. Important Ventilating Information

Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes WARNING: Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentially lethal fumes into the passenger compartment. If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your vehicle inspected immediately...

Unique Driving Characteristics

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Lincoln Aviator 2020-2022 Service Manual: Diagnosis and Testing - Body Closures

Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation). Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart Module DTC Description Action BCM B11C4:23 Boot/Trunk Close Button: Signal Stuck Low GO to Pinpoint Test C BCM B1219:11 Interior Boot/Trunk Release Switch: Circuit Short To Ground GO to Pinpoint Test C BCM B12E8:23 Liftgate/Tailgate Control/Release Switch: Signal Stuck Low GO to Pinpoint Test C BCM B144C:23 Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Outer Handle Switch: Signal Stuck Low GO to Pinpoint Test C BCM B1495:11 Hands Free Liftgate/Decklid Input Sensor: Circuit Short To Ground GO to Pinpoint Test J BCM B1495:49 Hands Free Liftgate/Decklid Input Sensor:Internal Electronic Failure GO to Pinpoint Test J BCM B1495:55 Hands Free Liftgate/Decklid Input Sensor:Not Configured GO to Pinpoint Test P RGTM B12E8:11 Liftgate/Tailgate Control/Release Switch:Circuit Short To Ground GO to Pinpoint Test C RGTM B144D:29 Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Position Sensor 1: Signal Invalid GO to Pinpoint Test B RGTM B144E:29 Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Position Sensor 2: Signal Invalid GO to Pinpoint Test B RGTM B144F:11 Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Driver Motor: Circuit Short To Ground GO to Pinpoint Test B RGTM B144F:12 Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Driver Motor: Circuit Short To Battery GO to Pinpoint Test B RGTM B144F:13 Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Driver Motor: Circuit Open GO to Pinpoint Test B RGTM B144F:79 Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Driver Motor: Mechanical Linkage Failure GO to Pinpoint Test B RGTM B1451:29 Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Latch Centering Position Switch: Signal Invalid GO to Pinpoint Test D RGTM B1452:11 Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Latch Release Actuator: Circuit Short To Ground GO to Pinpoint Test A RGTM B1452:13 Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Latch Release Actuator: Circuit Open GO to Pinpoint Test A RGTM B1453:29 Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Latch Position Switch: Signal Invalid GO to Pinpoint Test D RGTM B1454:11 Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Left Pinch Strip: Circuit Short To Ground GO to Pinpoint Test G RGTM B1454:13 Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Left Pinch Strip: Circuit Open GO to Pinpoint Test G RGTM B1455:11 Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Right Pinch Strip: Circuit Short To Ground GO to Pinpoint Test G RGTM B1455:13 Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Right Pinch Strip: Circuit Open GO to Pinpoint Test G RGTM B145D:11 Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Power Cinch Striker Motor: Circuit Short To Ground GO to Pinpoint Test D RGTM B145D:12 Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Power Cinch Striker Motor: Circuit Short To Battery GO to Pinpoint Test D RGTM B145D:13 Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Power Cinch Striker Motor: Circuit Open GO to Pinpoint Test D RGTM B1495:02 Hands Free Liftgate/Decklid Input Sensor:General Signal Failure GO to Pinpoint Test J RGTM B1495:08 Hands Free Liftgate/Decklid Input Sensor:Bus Signal/Message Failures GO to Pinpoint Test J RGTM B1515:77 Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk:Commanded Position Not Reachable GO to Pinpoint Test B RGTM B1515:97 Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk:Component Or System Operation Obstructed Or Blocked GO to Pinpoint Test B RGTM B1555:29 Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Position Sensor 4: Signal Invalid GO to Pinpoint Test B RGTM B1556:29 Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Position Sensor 3: Signal Invalid GO to Pinpoint Test B RGTM B1557:11 Power Liftgate/Decklid Driver Motor 2: Circuit Short To Ground GO to Pinpoint Test B RGTM B1557:12 Power Liftgate/Decklid Driver Motor 2: Circuit Short To Battery GO to Pinpoint Test B RGTM B1557:13 Power Liftgate/Decklid Driver Motor 2: Circuit Open GO to Pinpoint Test B RGTM C1B14:11 Sensor Supply Voltage A: Circuit Short To Ground GO to Pinpoint Test B RGTM C1B15:11 Sensor Supply Voltage B:Circuit Short To Ground GO to Pinpoint Test B RGTM P0A2F:4B Drive Motor "A" Over Temperature:Over Temperature GO to Pinpoint Test B RGTM P0A35:4B Drive Motor "B" Over Temperature:Over Temperature GO to Pinpoint Test B RGTM U0101:87 Lost Communication with TCM: Missing Message GO to Pinpoint Test K RGTM U0140:87 Lost Communication With Body Control Module: Missing Message GO to Pinpoint Test L RGTM U0294:87 Lost Communication With Powertrain Control Monitor Module: Missing Message GO to Pinpoint Test M RGTM U201A:55 Control Module Main Calibration Data:Not Configured GO to Pinpoint Test Q RGTM U2300:56 Central Configuration:Invalid/Incompatible Configuration GO to Pinpoint Test Q RGTM U3000:49 Control Module:Internal Electronic Failure GO to Pinpoint Test Q RGTM U3003:16 Battery Voltage: Circuit Voltage Below Threshold GO to Pinpoint Test N RGTM U3003:17 Battery Voltage: Circuit Voltage Above Threshold GO to Pinpoint Test O Symptom Chart Symptom Chart: Power Liftgate Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices...

Lincoln Aviator 2020-2022 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Coolant Pump

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment Hose Clamp Remover/Installer Removal Drain the cooling system. Refer to: Engine Cooling System Draining, Vacuum Filling and Bleeding (303-03A Engine Cooling - 3.0L EcoBoost, General Procedures)...

Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles With: Manual Adjustable Steering Column

WARNING: Do not adjust the steering wheel when your vehicle is moving.

Note: Make sure that you are sitting in the correct position.

Unlock the steering column. Adjust the steering wheel to the desired position.

Lincoln Aviator. Column

Lock the steering column.