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Zone coverage also decreases whenparking at narrow angles. The sensor onthe left-hand side is mostly obstructed andzone coverage on that side is severelyreduced.
System Lights, Messages andAudible Alerts
When the system detects a vehicle, anindicator illuminates in the exterior mirroron the side the approaching vehicle iscoming from. A tone sounds and amessage appears in the informationdisplay.
Note:In exceptional conditions, the systemcould alert you even when there is nothingin the detection zone, for example a vehiclepassing in the distance.
Blocked Sensors
The sensors are behind the rear bumperon both sides of your vehicle.
Note:Keep the sensors free from snow, iceand large accumulations of dirt.
Note:Do not cover the sensors with bumperstickers, repair compound or other objects.
Note:Blocked sensors could affect systemperformance.
If the sensors are blocked, a message mayappear in the information display whenyou shift into reverse (R). SeeInformation Messages (page 106).
System Limitations
The system may not correctly operatewhen any of the following occur:
•The sensors are blocked.
•Adjacently parked vehicles or objectsare obstructing the sensors.
•Vehicles approach at speeds greaterthan 37 mph (60 km/h).
•The vehicle speed is greater than 7 mph(12 km/h).
•You reverse out of an angled parkingspace.
System Errors
If the system detects a fault a messagedisplays. See General Information (page97).
Switching the System Off and On
You can temporarily switch the system offusing the information display. See GeneralInformation (page 97). When you switchsystem off, a message displays. SeeInformation Messages (page 106).
Note:The system turns on each time youswitch the ignition on and you shift intoreverse (R). If you temporarily switch thesystem off, it turns on the next time youswitch the ignition on.
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It is recommended that the twofront tires or two rear tiresgenerally be replaced as a pair.
The tire pressure sensors mountedin the wheels (originally installedon your vehicle) are not designedto be used in aftermarket wheels.
The use of wheels or tires notrecommended by Ford MotorCompany may affect theoperation of your tire pressuremonitoring system.
If the tire pressure monitoringsystem indicator is flashing, thesystem is malfunctioning. Yourreplacement tire might beincompatible with your tirepressure monitoring system, orsome component of the systemmay be damaged.
Safety Practices
WARNINGS
If your vehicle is stuck insnow, mud or sand, do notrapidly spin the tires; spinning thetires can tear the tire and causean explosion. A tire can explode inas little as three to five seconds.
Do not spin the wheels atover 34 mph (55 km/h). Thetires may fail and injure apassenger or bystander.
Driving habits have a great dealto do with your tire mileage andsafety.
*Observe posted speed limits
*Avoid fast starts, stops and turns
*Avoid potholes and objects onthe road
*Do not run over curbs or hit thetire against a curb when parking
Highway Hazards
No matter how carefully you drivethere’s always the possibility thatyou may eventually have a flat tireon the highway. Drive slowly to theclosest safe area out of traffic.This may further damage the flattire, but your safety is moreimportant.
If you feel a sudden vibration orride disturbance while driving, oryou suspect your tire or vehiclehas been damaged, immediatelyreduce your speed. Drive withcaution until you can safely pulloff the road. Stop and inspect thetires for damage. If you cannotdetect a cause, have the vehicletowed to the nearest repair facilityor tire dealer to have the vehicleinspected.
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Cleaning the Engine....................................276Cleaning the Exterior...................................274Cleaning the Headlamps.................................275Exterior Chrome Parts......................................275Exterior Plastic Parts.........................................275Stripes or Graphics............................................275Underbody............................................................275Under Hood..........................................................275Cleaning the Instrument Panel andInstrument Cluster Lens..........................277Cleaning the Interior....................................277Cleaning the Wheels..................................278Cleaning the Windows and WiperBlades............................................................276Clearing All MyKeys.......................................58Climate.............................................................401Climate Control..............................................119Climate Controlled Seats..........................135Cooled Seats........................................................136Collision, Damage or Fire Event..............235Guidance for Ford Motor Company Electricand Hybrid-Electric Vehicles EquippedWith High Voltage Batteries......................235Coolant CheckSee: Engine Coolant Check.............................261Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator.......48Creating a MyKey............................................57Programming or Changing ConfigurableSettings...............................................................58Cross Traffic Alert.........................................215Blocked Sensors..................................................217Switching the System Off and On................217System Errors........................................................217System Lights, Messages and AudibleAlerts...................................................................217System Limitations.............................................217Using the Cross Traffic Alert System...........215Cruise Control..................................................72Principle of Operation.....................................200Type One..................................................................72Type Two..................................................................73Cruise controlSee: Using Cruise Control..............................200Customer Assistance.................................239
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Data Recording..................................................9Event Data Recording..........................................10Service Data Recording........................................9Daytime Running Lamps.............................78Type One - Conventional(Non-Configurable)........................................78Type Two - Configurable...................................78Digital Radio..................................................326HD Radio Reception and StationTroubleshooting.............................................327Direction Indicators.......................................80Doors and Locks..............................................61Driver Alert.....................................................208PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION..........................208USING DRIVER ALERT....................................208Driver and Passenger Airbags....................42Children and Airbags...........................................43Proper Driver and Front Passenger SeatingAdjustment........................................................42Driver and Passenger Knee Airbags........46Driving Aids....................................................208Driving Hints..................................................228Driving Through Water...............................229DRLSee: Daytime Running Lamps.........................78
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Economical Driving.....................................228EcoSelect........................................................154Electric Parking Brake.................................180Applying the Electric Parking brake............180Battery With No Charge...................................182Parking On a Hill (Vehicles With a ManualTransmission) ................................................180Releasing the Electric Parking Brake............181Electric Vehicle Information.....................419Charge Settings (Energi VehiclesOnly)...................................................................421Power Flow..........................................................435Electromagnetic Compatibility..............493Emission Law.................................................164Noise Emissions Warranty, ProhibitedTampering Acts and Maintenance..........165Tampering With a Noise ControlSystem...............................................................164
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