Lincoln Aviator: Rear Occupant Alert System / Switching Rear Occupant Alert System On and Off
- Press Settings on the touchscreen.
- Press Vehicle.
- Switch Rear Occupant Alert on or off.
Note: Performing a master reset causes the
system to switch on again.
Semiannual Reminder (If Equipped)
When you switch the system off, a message
appears every six months as a reminder that
the system is off. You can switch the system
back on or leave it off.
Rear Occupant Alert System Precautions
WARNING: On hot days, the
temperature inside the vehicle can rise
very quickly. Exposure of people or animals
to these high temperatures for even a short
time can cause death or serious heat
related injuries, including brain damage...
Indicators
Message
Check rear seats for occupants.
Displays when you switch your vehicle off
after the alert conditions are met.
The message displays for a short period of
time...
Other information:
Overview
The PATS
deters the vehicle from theft by preventing the vehicle from starting
unless a valid programmed key is detected inside the vehicle when the
START/STOP button is pressed.
The PATS does not disable an already running vehicle.
Backup Starting
NOTE:
There are certain areas within the vehicle where the
passive key may not be detected and the message center displays No Key
Detected...
Manually Refreshing the Interior Air (If Equipped)
Press MENU on the climate control unit.
Press Cabin Refresh on the touchscreen.
Note: Climate control settings could change
for about 90 seconds to help flow outside
air into the cabin. You can change the
blower motor speed to the settings you
prefer...