2018 FORD ESCAPE adaptive cruise

Gap decrease.
A
Gap increase.
B The selected gap appears in the
information display as shown by
the bars in the image.
Adaptive Cruise Control Gap Settings Dynamic behavior
Graphic display,
bars indicated
between vehicles
Sport.
1
Normal.
2
Normal.
3
Comfort.
4
Each time you switch the system on, it
selects the last chosen gap setting.
Overriding the Set Speed WARNING: If you override the
system by pressing the accelerator pedal,
it does not automatically apply the brakes
to maintain a gap from any vehicle ahead.
When you press the accelerator pedal, you
override the set speed and gap distance. When you override the system,
the green indicator light
illuminates and the vehicle
image does not appear in the information
display.
The system resumes operation when you
release the accelerator pedal. The vehicle
speed decreases to the set speed, or a
lower speed if following a slower vehicle.
Changing the Set Speed
• Press
RES+ or SET- to change the set
speed in small increments.
• Press the accelerator or brake pedal
until you reach the desired speed. Press
RES+
or SET-.
• Press and hold
RES+ or SET- to
change the set speed in large
increments. Release the control when
you reach the desired speed.
The system may apply the brakes to slow
the vehicle to the new set speed. The set
speed displays continuously in the
information display when the system is
active.
Canceling the Set Speed
Press
CAN or tap the brake pedal. The set
speed does not erase.
Resuming the Set Speed
Note: Only use resume if you are aware of
the set speed and intend to return to it.
Press
RES+. Your vehicle speed returns to
the previously set speed and gap setting.
The set speed displays continuously in the
information display when the system is
active.
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Automatic Cancellation
Note:
If the engine speed drops too low, an
audible warning sounds and a message
appears in the information display.
Automatic braking releases.
The system does not operate below
12 mph (20 km/h).
Automatic cancellation can also occur if:
• The tires lose traction.
• The engine speed is too low.
• You apply the parking brake.
Hilly Condition Usage
Note: An audible alarm sounds and the
system shuts down if it applies brakes for
an extended period of time. This allows the
brakes to cool. The system functions
normally again after the brakes cool.
Select a lower gear when the system is
active in situations such as prolonged
downhill driving on steep grades, for
example in mountainous areas. The
system needs additional engine braking in
these situations to reduce the load on the
vehicle ’s regular brake system to prevent
it from overheating.
Switching Adaptive Cruise Control
Off
Note: You erase the set speed and gap
setting when you switch the system off.
Press the cruise control button when the
system is in standby mode, or switch the
ignition off. Detection Issues WARNING:
On rare occasions,
detection issues can occur due to the road
infrastructures, for example bridges,
tunnels and safety barriers. In these cases,
the system may brake late or
unexpectedly. At all times, you are
responsible for controlling your vehicle,
supervising the system and intervening, if
required. WARNING:
If the system
malfunctions, have your vehicle checked
as soon as possible.
The radar sensor has a limited field of view.
It may not detect vehicles at all or detect
a vehicle later than expected in some
situations. The lead vehicle graphic does
not illuminate if the system does not
detect a vehicle in front of you.
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Possible Causes and Actions for This Message Displaying:
Action
Cause
Clean the grille surface in front of the radar
or remove the object causing the obstruc-
tion.
The surface of the radar is dirty or
obstructed.
Wait a short time. It may take several
minutes for the radar to detect that it is free
from obstruction.
The surface of the radar is clean but the
message remains in the display.
Do not use the system in these conditions
because it may not detect any vehicles
ahead.
Heavy rain or snow is interfering with the
radar signals.
Do not use the system in these conditions
because it may not detect any vehicles
ahead.
Water, snow or ice on the surface of the
road may interfere with the radar signals.
Wait a short time or switch to normal cruise
control.
You are in a desert or remote area with no
other vehicles and no roadside objects.
Due to the nature of radar technology, it is possible to get a blockage warning with no
actual block. This happens, for example, when driving in sparse rural or desert
environments. A false blocked condition either self clears, or clears after you restart your
vehicle.
Switching to Normal Cruise
Control WARNING: Normal cruise control
will not brake when your vehicle is
approaching slower vehicles. Always be
aware of which mode you have selected
and apply the brakes when necessary.
You can change from adaptive cruise
control to normal cruise control through
the information display. The cruise control indicator light
replaces the adaptive cruise
control indicator light if you
select normal cruise control. The gap
setting does not display, and the system
does not respond to lead vehicles.
Automatic braking remains active to
maintain set speed.
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4WD
See: Four-Wheel Drive...................................... 155
A
A/C See: Climate Control......................................... 108
About This Manual...........................................7
ABS See: Brakes........................................................... 160
ABS driving hints See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes................................................................ 160
Accessories.....................................................451 Exterior Style........................................................ 451
Interior Style......................................................... 451
Lifestyle.................................................................. 451
Peace of Mind...................................................... 451
Accessories See: Replacement Parts
Recommendation............................................ 12
ACC See: Using Adaptive Cruise Control.............183
Active Park Assist
..........................................172
Using Active Park Assist................................... 173
Adjusting the Headlamps........................258 Horizontal Aim Adjustment.......................... 260
Vertical Aim Adjustment................................ 258
Adjusting the Steering Wheel.....................71
Airbag Disposal...............................................47
Air Conditioning See: Climate Control......................................... 108
Air Filter See: Changing the Engine Air Filter............266
Alarm See: Anti-Theft Alarm........................................ 70
Ambient Lighting.............................................81 Adjusting the Brightness................................... 82
Changing the Color.............................................. 82
Switching Ambient Lighting Off..................... 82
Switching Ambient Lighting On...................... 82
Anti-Theft Alarm............................................70 Arming the Alarm................................................. 70
Disarming the Alarm........................................... 70
Appendices....................................................474 Apps
.................................................................420
........................................................................\
.......... 420
SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link................... 422
At a Glance........................................................16
Audible Warnings and Indicators.............92 Automatic Transmission Warning
Chime................................................................... 92
Engine On Warning Chime................................ 92
Headlamps On Warning Chime...................... 92
Key in Ignition Warning Chime........................ 92
Keyless Warning Alert ........................................ 92
Parking Brake On Warning Chime.................. 92
Audio Control....................................................71 Type One................................................................... 71
Type Two.................................................................. 72
Audio System
.................................................321
General Information........................................... 321
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ SYNC/Touchscreen Display
.................324
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ SYNC..............................................................322
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/ CD....................................................................327
Menu Structure................................................... 329
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Sony Audio System..........................................................326
Autolamps........................................................78 Windshield Wiper Activated
Headlamps........................................................ 78
Automatic Climate Control......................109 Dual Zone Temperature Control..................... 111
Single Zone Temperature Control.................. 111
Smart Zone............................................................. 111
Switching Back to Single Zone Temperature Control...................................... 111
Automatic High Beam Control..................79 Automatic High Beam Indicator.................... 80
Switching the System On and Off................80
Automatic Transmission.............................151 Brake-Shift Interlock Override....................... 153
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or Snow.................................................................. 154
SelectShift Automatic ™
Transmission................................................... 152
Understanding the Positions of Your Automatic Transmission.............................. 151
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check
............................................................254
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Fuses.................................................................232
Fuse Specification Chart...........................232
Luggage Compartment Fuse Panel...........238
Passenger Compartment Fuse
Panel .................................................................. 236
Power Distribution Box.................................... 232
Pre-Fuse Box....................................................... 232
G
Garage Door Opener See: Universal Garage Door Opener............124
Gauges...............................................................88 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge............89
Fuel Gauge............................................................. 89
Information Display............................................ 88
Gearbox See: Transmission............................................... 151
General Information on Radio Frequencies...................................................48
Intelligent Access................................................. 48
General Maintenance Information.......455 Multi-Point Inspection..................................... 457
Owner Checks and Services......................... 456
Protecting Your Investment........................... 455
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?......................... 455
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?..................................................... 455
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada.........................................................228
Getting the Services You Need...............225 Away From Home.............................................. 225
H
Handbrake See: Parking Brake.............................................. 161
Hazard Flashers...........................................220
Headlamp Adjusting See: Adjusting the Headlamps..................... 258
Headlamp Exit Delay....................................79
Headrest See: Head Restraints.......................................... 116
Head Restraints
.............................................116
Adjusting the Head Restraint.......................... 118
Heated Seats..................................................123
Heated Steering Wheel
................................73 Heated Windows and Mirrors...................114
Heated Exterior Mirrors...................................... 114
Heated Rear Window......................................... 114
Windshield Wiper De-icer................................. 114
Heating See: Climate Control......................................... 108
Hill Start Assist..............................................163 Switching the System On and Off...............164
Using Hill Start Assist....................................... 164
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate............................................................111
Defogging the Side Windows in Cold Weather.............................................................. 114
General Hints.......................................................... 111
Quickly Cooling the Interior.............................. 113
Quickly Heating the Interior............................. 112
Recommended Settings for Cooling............113
Recommended Settings for Heating............113
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes............................................................160
Home Screen
................................................388
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........243
I
Ignition Switch................................................131
In California (U.S. Only)
.............................226
Information Display Control.......................73
Information Displays.....................................93
General Information............................................ 93
Information Messages
.................................96
Airbag........................................................................\
97
Alarm........................................................................\
. 97
Automatic Engine Shutdown........................... 97
Auto Start-Stop.................................................... 98
Battery and Charging System......................... 98
Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System..................................................... 99
Collision Warning and Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)................................................. 100
Doors...................................................................... 100
Engine...................................................................... 101
Four-Wheel Drive................................................ 101
Hill Start Assist.................................................... 102
Keyless Vehicle.................................................... 102
Lighting................................................................... 103
Maintenance........................................................ 103
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Towing a Trailer............................................209
Load Placement................................................ 209
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels...........................................................214
Emergency Towing............................................. 214
Recreational Towing.......................................... 214
Towing.............................................................209
Traction Control
............................................165
Principle of Operation....................................... 165
Trailer Sway Control
....................................210
Transmission Code Designation............307
Transmission...................................................151
Transporting the Vehicle
...........................223
Trip Computer.................................................96
All Value.................................................................. 96
Average Fuel.......................................................... 96
Digital Speedo...................................................... 96
Distance to E.......................................................... 96
Instantaneous Fuel............................................. 96
Resetting the Trip Computer........................... 96
Trip Odometer....................................................... 96
Trip Timer................................................................ 96
U
Under Hood Overview - 1.5L EcoBoost™.................................................244
Under Hood Overview - 2.0L EcoBoost™
.................................................245
Under Hood Overview - 2.5L...................246
Unique Driving Characteristics
.................137
Universal Garage Door Opener................124 HomeLink Wireless Control System............124
USB Port..........................................................337
Using Adaptive Cruise Control................183 Automatic Cancellation................................... 186
Blocked Sensor.................................................... 187
Canceling the Set Speed................................. 185
Changing the Set Speed.................................. 185
Detection Issues................................................. 186
Following a Vehicle............................................ 184
Hilly Condition Usage....................................... 186
Overriding the Set Speed................................ 185
Resuming the Set Speed................................. 185
Setting the Adaptive Cruise Speed.............184
Setting the Gap Distance................................ 184
Switching Adaptive Cruise Control Off....................................................................... 186Switching Adaptive Cruise Control
On........................................................................\
183
Switching to Normal Cruise Control...........188
System Not Available........................................ 187
Using Cruise Control....................................182 Switching Cruise Control Off.......................... 182
Switching Cruise Control On.......................... 182
Using Four-Wheel Drive.............................155 Driving in Special Conditions With
Four-Wheel Drive........................................... 155
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems
...........................................................57
Using Snow Chains......................................291
Using Stability Control................................167
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player............................................................359
Accessing Your USB Song Library...............363
Bluetooth Devices and System Settings............................................................ 365
Connecting Your Digital Media Player to the USB Port.......................................................... 359
Media Menu Features...................................... 362
Media Voice Commands................................ 360
USB 2..................................................................... 365
Voice Commands for Audio Sources.........366
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone............342 Accessing Features through the Phone
Menu.................................................................. 347
Accessing Your Phone Settings................... 350
Bluetooth Devices.............................................. 351
Making Calls........................................................ 346
Pairing a Phone for the First Time...............343
Pairing Subsequent Phones.......................... 344
Phone Options during an Active Call.........346
Phone Voice Commands................................ 344
Receiving Calls................................................... 346
System Settings................................................. 352
Text Messaging.................................................. 348
Using Traction Control
................................165
Switching the System Off............................... 165
System Indicator Lights and Messages.......................................................... 165
Using a Switch..................................................... 165
Using the Information Display Controls............................................................. 165
Using Voice Recognition...........................340 Audio Voice Commands................................. 390
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Climate Voice Commands..............................
391
Initiating a Voice Session............................... 340
Mobile App Voice Commands...................... 394
Navigation Voice Commands....................... 393
Phone Voice Commands................................ 392
SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link Voice Commands..................................................... 395
System Interaction and Feedback...............341
Voice Settings Commands............................ 395
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)........................228
V
Vehicle Care...................................................268 General Information......................................... 268
Vehicle Certification Label.......................307
Vehicle Identification Number
...............306
Vehicle Storage.............................................273
Battery.................................................................... 274
Body........................................................................\
273
Brakes..................................................................... 274
Cooling system.................................................... 274
Engine..................................................................... 274
Fuel system.......................................................... 274
General................................................................... 273
Miscellaneous...................................................... 274
Removing Vehicle From Storage.................. 274
Tires........................................................................\
. 274
Ventilation See: Climate Control......................................... 108
VIN See: Vehicle Identification Number...........306
Voice Control
....................................................72
W
Warning Lamps and Indicators................89 Adaptive Cruise Control.................................... 89
Airbag - Front........................................................ 90
Anti-Lock Braking System................................ 90
Auto Start-Stop................................................... 90
Battery..................................................................... 90
Blind Spot Monitor.............................................. 90
Brake System........................................................ 90
Cruise Control....................................................... 90
Direction Indicator............................................... 90
Electric Park Brake.............................................. 90Engine Oil.................................................................
91
Fasten Seatbelt..................................................... 91
Fog Lamps - Front................................................ 91
High Beam............................................................... 91
Information.............................................................. 91
Low Fuel Level........................................................ 91
Low Tire Pressure Warning................................ 91
Parking Lamps....................................................... 91
Service Engine Soon............................................ 91
Traction and Stability Control......................... 92
Traction and Stability Control Off.................. 92
Washer Fluid Check
....................................255
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior.............................. 268
Waxing.............................................................270
Wheel Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 295
Wheels and Tires
.........................................276
General Information.......................................... 276
Technical Specifications................................. 299
Windows and Mirrors
....................................83
Windshield Washers......................................75 Front Camera Washer......................................... 75
Windshield Wipers.........................................74 Intermittent Wipe................................................. 74
Speed Dependent Wipers................................. 74
Wiper Blades See: Checking the Wiper Blades.................. 257
Wipers and Washers.....................................74
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