How do I use Lincoln BlueCruise* with SYNC®**?
You can switch BlueCruise on or off using steering wheel controls after a one-time enabling of the feature has been performed with your SYNC system.
For Lincoln BlueCruise to function, the following pre-conditions must be met:
- Your vehicle's Lincoln Connect modem is activated.
- Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Centering are on.
- The cameras detect both road lane markings.
- Your seat and steering column are positioned so the driver-facing camera can monitor your face.
- Your hands are on the wheel, and your eyes are on the road.
Notes:
- The feature will only work on hands-free Blue Zone highways.
- Lincoln BlueCruise uses blue lighting on the digital instrument cluster to indicate when the vehicle is in a Hands-Free Blue Zone.
- Hands must be on the steering wheel with eyes on the road for BlueCruise to activate and enter hands-free mode. Eyes must remain on the road for BlueCruise to stay in hands-free mode.
- BlueCruise is not available above 80 miles per hour (mph) or 128 kilometers per hour (kph). Lane Centering Assist is available above 80 mph or 128 kph.
- You must be prepared to resume control upon vehicle request.
Identifying Your Lincoln's SYNC Generation
Use the following two resources to help you identify your vehicle's SYNC generation:
- SYNC and Navigation Updates page allows you to enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and select Check for update, or select Login and use your Lincoln credentials. Your current SYNC generation will appear on the right-hand side of the page.
- SYNC Visual Reference Guide has example images of each generation of SYNC Lincoln has offered.
Important: BlueCruise is unavailable for SYNC generations older than SYNC 4.
One-Time Setup
To set up BlueCruise:
- Select Features on your SYNC screen.
- Tap Driver Assistance.
- Select Cruise Control.
- Choose Adaptive Cruise Control.
- Toggle the following on:
- Lane Centering with Hands-Free
- Activation Prompts
- Speed Sign Recognition
Note: Enable Lane Change Assist and In-Lane Repositioning, if available.
Once You are On the Road
To turn on BlueCruise in your vehicle:
Ensure the Lane Keeping system is on. The icon will show on your instrument cluster.
Note: Press the Lane Assist button on your steering wheel if you do not see the Lane Keeping icon.
Select the Adaptive Cruise Control button on the steering wheel to activate BlueCruise.
Press the toggle button to set and adjust the Cruise Control speed.
Notes:
- You can also set a gap distance.
- The instrument cluster illuminates in blue, with an alert and a blue steering wheel icon to indicate that BlueCruise is on.
- The cluster then shows a prompt with a steering wheel and text above indicating Hands-Free Driving is activated.
You can now take your hands off the wheel and foot off the pedals while keeping your eyes on the road. Hands-Free Driving handles acceleration, braking, and steering.
Turning Off BlueCruise
BlueCruise can be switched off when the system is active or in standby mode by pressing the:
- Brake pedal.
- Lane Assist button.
- Adaptive Cruise Control button.
Additional Information
*Available Feature. Equipped Lincoln vehicles come with either a complimentary trial period or an included duration, after which purchase is required. Modem activation is required for subscription purchase and for initial activation of BlueCruise (for pre-2024 model year vehicles). See your Lincoln retailer for details. BlueCruise is a driver-assist feature and does not replace safe driving or driver’s attention, judgment or need to control the vehicle. Only remove hands in a Hands-Free Blue Zone. Always watch the road and be prepared to resume control. See Owner’s Manual for details and limitations.
**Do not drive while distracted. Use voice-operated systems when possible; don’t use handheld devices while driving. Some features may be locked out while the vehicle is in gear. Not all features are compatible with all phones.