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Note:The system does not operate in park(P) or reverse (R).
Vehicles with Manual Transmission
The system turns on when all of the followingoccur:
•You start your vehicle.
•The vehicle speed is greater than 6 mph(10 km/h).
Note:The system does not operate inreverse (R).
System Lights and Messages
When the system detects a vehicle, an alertindicator illuminates in the exterior mirror onthe side the approaching vehicle is comingfrom. If you turn the direction indicator on forthat side of your vehicle, the alert indicatorflashes.
Note:The system may not alert you if avehicle quickly passes through the detectionzone.
Blocked Sensors
The sensors are behind the rear bumper onboth 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 become blocked, a messagemay appear in the information display. SeeInformation Messages (page 125). The alertindicators remain illuminated but the systemdoes not alert you.
Blind Spot Information System withTrailer Tow (If Equipped)
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The system is designed to detect vehiclesthat may have entered the blind spot zone(A). The detection area is on both sides ofyour vehicle and trailer, extending rearwardfrom the exterior mirrors to the end of yourtrailer.
The system turns on when all of the followingoccur:
•You attach a trailer to your vehicle.
•You have set up the trailer to work withthe system through the informationdisplay.
•You start your vehicle.
•You shift into drive (D).
•The vehicle speed is greater than 6 mph(10 km/h).
Note:If you switch the Blind Spot InformationSystem off, the Blind Spot InformationSystem with Trailer Tow automatically turnsoff.
Note:If you connect a trailer to your vehicleand do not set up the trailer through theinformation display, the system turns off anda warning message appears. SeeInformation Messages (page 125).
Note:When towing a trailer, the extendedblind spot zone range decreases to a shortfixed or non-variable distance behind thetrailer. The extended blind spot zone rangereturns to 59 ft (18 m) when the trailer isdisconnected.
Setting up a Trailer
Trailer lengthA
Trailer widthB
Trailer hitch ballC
You can set-up a trailer to work with thesystem through the information display. SeeGeneral Information (page 120). Whensetting up a trailer, a sequence of screensappear asking for trailer information.
•Select type of trailer screen -Conventional, fifth wheel or gooseneck.
The system only supports conventionaltrailers. If you select fifth wheel orgooseneck, the system automatically turnsoff.
•Do you want to set up BLIS with trailerscreen?
If no, the system turns off.
If yes, the menu goes to the next screen.
•Is the width less than 9 ft (2.7 m) andlength less than 33 ft (10.1 m)?
If no, the system turns off.
If yes, the menu goes to the next screen.
•Trailer width measurement:
The width of the trailer is measured at thefront of the trailer. It is not measured at thewidest point of the trailer. The maximumwidth at the front of the trailer that the systemcan support is 8.5 ft (2.6 m).
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•Box trailers that have a width greater than8.5 ft (2.6 m) at the front may cause earlyalerts when you pass a vehicle.
•Clam shell or V-Nose box trailers with awidth greater than 8.5 ft (2.6 m) at thefront may cause delayed alerts when avehicle traveling the same speed as yourvehicle merges lanes.
System Errors
If the system detects a fault, a warning lampilluminates and a message displays. SeeInformation Messages (page 125).
Switching the System On and Off
You can switch the system off using theinformation display. See General Information(page 120). When you switch the system off,a warning lamp illuminates and a messagedisplays. When you switch the system on oroff, the alert indicators flash twice.
Note:The system remembers the last settingwhen you start your vehicle.
Note:The system may not correctly operatewhen towing a trailer. For vehicles with atrailer tow module and tow bar approved byus, the system turns off when you attach atrailer. For vehicles with an aftermarkettrailer tow module or tow bar, werecommend that you switch the system offwhen you attach a trailer.
To permanently switch the system off,contact an authorized dealer.
CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT
WARNING: Do not use the crosstraffic alert system as a replacement forusing the interior and exterior mirrors orlooking over your shoulder beforereversing out of a parking space. The crosstraffic alert system is not a replacement forcareful driving.
WARNING: The system may notoperate properly during severe weatherconditions, for example snow, ice, heavyrain and spray. Always drive with due careand attention. Failure to take care mayresult in a crash.
The system is designed to alert you ofvehicles approaching from the sides whenyou shift into reverse (R).
Using the Cross Traffic Alert System
The system is designed to detect vehiclesthat approach with a speed up to 37 mph(60 km/h). Coverage decreases when thesensors are partially, mostly or fullyobstructed. Slowly reversing helps increasethe coverage area and effectiveness.
The system turns on when you start theengine and you shift into reverse (R). Thesystem turns off when you shift out of reverse(R).
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System Lights, Messages and AudibleAlerts
When the system detects a vehicle, anindicator illuminates in the exterior mirror onthe side the approaching vehicle is comingfrom. A tone sounds and a message appearsin the information display.
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 bumper onboth 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 when youshift into reverse (R). See InformationMessages (page 125).
System Limitations
The system may not correctly operate whenany of the following occur:
•The sensors are blocked.
•Adjacently parked vehicles or objects areobstructing 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 (page120).
Switching the System Off and On
You can temporarily switch the system offusing the information display. See GeneralInformation (page 120). When you switchsystem off, a message displays. SeeInformation Messages (page 125).
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RV & Trailer Towing Guide Online
http://www.fleet.ford.com/towing-guides/Website
TRAILER REVERSING AIDS (IF
EQUIPPED)
Pro Trailer Backup Assist™
WARNING: Driving while distractedcan result in loss of vehicle control, crashand injury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is the safeoperation of your vehicle. We recommendagainst the use of any hand-held devicewhile driving and encourage the use ofvoice-operated systems when possible.Make sure you are aware of all applicablelocal laws that may affect the use ofelectronic devices while driving.
WARNING: This system is an extradriving aid. It does not replace yourattention and judgment, or the need toapply the brakes. This system does NOTautomatically brake your vehicle. If you failto press the brake pedal when necessary,you may collide with another vehicle.
Note:The system is not a substitute for safedriving practices.
Note:You must always be aware of thevehicle and trailer combination and thesurrounding environment.
Note:The system does not detect or preventthe vehicle or trailer from making contactwith obstacles in the surroundingenvironment.
Note:Keep in mind that the front end of thevehicle swings out when changing thedirection of the trailer.
Note:The system relies on usermeasurements to determine stickerplacement and system limits. It is critical totake the key measurements correctly.Incorrect measurements can result in theimproper function of the system up to andincluding contact between the vehicle andtrailer.
Note:The system limits vehicle speed whenbacking up. The system is not a replacementfor proper use of the throttle and brakepedals.
Principle of Operation
This feature helps you to steer your vehiclewhen reversing with a trailer attached. Turnand hold the control knob in the directionyou want the trailer to go and the systemtakes over the steering. This allows you tofocus on checking the mirrors and operatingthe brake and accelerator.
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Protected ComponentFuse RatingFuse Number
Horn.25A11
Fan 1.50A22
Front wiper motor.30A23
Not used.—4
Starter relay.30A25
Power point #1.20A26
Power point #2.20A28
Rain sensor.5A110
Not used.—12
4X4 module.10A113Heated backlite.Heated mirror relay coil.Heated wiper park relay coil.Transmission isolation relay coil.
Transmission coil module.15A114
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Protected ComponentFuse RatingFuse Number
Not used.—85
USB smart charger #5.5A186
USB smart charger #3.5A187
Multi contour seats relay.10A188
Power running boards.40A289
Power liftgate module.30A291
Heated mirrors.15A193
USB smart charger #1.5A194
USB smart charger #2.10A195
Rear wiper motor relay30A296
Intercooler puller fan relay.40A297
Transmission oil pump.15A298
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Protected ComponentFuse RatingFuse or Relay Number
Extended power mode module (EPM).10A214Brake Switch.
Smart datalink connector Power (SDLC).10A215
Liftglass release relay.15A116
Telematics control unit - modem.5A217
Push-button start switch.5A218
Not used (spare).7.5A219
Headlamp control module (HCM).7.5A220
In-car temperature and humidity sensor.5A221
Electrochromic (EC)mirror.5A2222nd row heated seat module.
Moonroof (logic).10A123Inverter (LIN logic).Power window switch.Power mirror switch.DVD player (if equipped).
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