
WHAT IS THE REAR VIEW
CAMERA
The rear view camera provides a video
image of the area behind your vehicle when
the transmission is in reverse (R).
REAR VIEW CAMERA
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: The rear view camera
system is a reverse aid supplement
device that still requires the driver to use
it in conjunction with the interior and
exterior mirrors for maximum coverage. WARNING:
Objects that are close
to either corner of the bumper or under
the bumper, might not be seen on the
screen due to the limited coverage of the
camera system. WARNING:
Reverse your vehicle
slowly. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in the loss of control of your
vehicle, personal injury or death. WARNING:
Use caution when the
rear cargo door is ajar. If the rear cargo
door is ajar, the camera will be out of
position and the video image could be
incorrect. All guide lines disappear when
the rear cargo door is ajar. Failure to
follow this instruction could result in
personal injury. WARNING:
Use caution when
turning camera features on or off when
the transmission is not in park (P). Make
sure your vehicle is not moving. Note:
When towing, the camera only sees
what you are towing. This might not provide
adequate coverage and you might not see
some objects. In some vehicles, the guide
lines may disappear when you connect the
trailer tow connector.
LOCATING THE REAR VIEW
CAMERA
The rear view camera is located on the
cargo door. It provides a video image of the
area behind your vehicle.
REAR VIEW CAMERA GUIDE
LINES
Note: Active guide lines and fixed guide
lines are only available when the
transmission is in reverse (R).
Note: The centerline is only available if the
active or fixed guide lines are on.
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A. Active guide lines.
B. Centerline.
C. Fixed guide line: Green zone.
D. Fixed guide line: Yellow zone.
E. Fixed guide line: Red zone.
F. Rear bumper.
Active guide lines only show with fixed
guide lines. To use active guide lines, turn
the steering wheel to point the guide lines
toward an intended path. If the steering
wheel position changes while reversing,
your vehicle might deviate from the
intended path.
The fixed and active guide lines fade in and
out depending on the steering wheel
position. The active guide lines do not
display when the steering wheel position
is straight. Use caution while reversing. Objects in the
red zone are closest to your vehicle and
objects in the green zone are farther away.
Objects get closer to your vehicle as they
move from the green zone to the yellow or
red zones. Use the side view mirrors and
rear view mirror to get better coverage on
both sides and rear of your vehicle.
REAR VIEW CAMERA OBJECT
DISTANCE INDICATORS
The system provides an image of your
vehicle and the sensor zones. The zones
highlight green, yellow, and red when the
parking aid sensors detect an object in the
coverage area.
REAR VIEW CAMERA
SETTINGS
Zooming the Rear View Camera In
and Out
WARNING: When manual zoom is
on, the full area behind your vehicle may
not show. Be aware of your surroundings
when using the manual zoom feature.
Selectable settings for this feature are
zoom in (+) and zoom out (-). Press the
symbol on the camera screen to change
the view. The default setting is zoom off.
This allows you to get a closer view of an
object behind your vehicle. The zoomed
image keeps the bumper in the image to
provide a reference. The zoom is only
active while the transmission is in reverse
(R).
Note: Manual zoom is only available when
the transmission is in reverse (R).
Note: Only the centerline shows when you
enable manual zoom.
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Switching Rear View Camera Delay
On and Off
Access the vehicle drawer on the
touchscreen.
1. Press SETTINGS.
2. Press
Driver Assistance.
3. Switch
Rear View Camera Delay on or
off.
When shifting the transmission out of
reverse (R) and into any gear other than
park (P), the camera image remains in the
display until:
• Your vehicle speed reaches
approximately
5 mph (8 km/h).
• You shift your vehicle into park (P).
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WHAT IS THE 180 DEGREE
CAMERA
The 180 degree camera system consists
of front and rear cameras.
HOW DOES THE 180 DEGREE
CAMERA WORK
The 180 degree camera system allows you
to see what is directly in front or behind
your vehicle, provides a cross traffic view
in front of your vehicle and provides
visibility when parking your vehicle.
180 DEGREE CAMERA
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: The rear view camera
system is a reverse aid supplement
device that still requires the driver to use
it in conjunction with the interior and
exterior mirrors for maximum coverage. WARNING:
Objects that are close
to either corner of the bumper or under
the bumper, might not be seen on the
screen due to the limited coverage of the
camera system. WARNING:
Use caution when
turning camera features on or off when
the transmission is not in park (P). Make
sure your vehicle is not moving.
180 DEGREE CAMERA
LIMITATIONS
Note: The area displayed on the screen may
vary according to your vehicle's orientation
or road condition. Note:
The front view camera will switch off
if your vehicle speed exceeds
6 mph
(10 km/h). You will have to switch the
system back on by using the camera system
button once below the speed threshold.
Note: The camera system may not operate
correctly if mud, water or debris obstructs
the camera's view. You can clean the lens
with a soft, lint-free cloth and non-abrasive
cleaner or by using your front or rear washer.
See
Wipers and Washers (page 94).
LOCATING THE 180 DEGREE
CAMERAS
The front view camera is in the grille. The
rear view camera is on the liftgate.
180 DEGREE CAMERA
INDICATORS
The 180 degree camera provides an image
of your vehicle and the sensor zones. The
zones will highlight green, yellow, and red
when the parking aid sensors detect an
object in the coverage area.
180 DEGREE CAMERA
SETTINGS
Switching the 180 Degree Camera
On and Off The camera button is located on
the audio unit and allows you to
toggle through different camera
views.
Note: The camera system may not operate
correctly if mud, water or debris obstructs
the camera's view. You can clean the lens
with a soft, lint-free cloth and non-abrasive
cleaner or by using your front or rear washer.
See
Wipers and Washers (page 94).
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Note:
The system detects other vehicles
and curbs to find a parking space.
3. Use the turn signal lever to search for a parking space on the driver or
passenger side of your vehicle.
Note: The system defaults to searching for
a parking spot on the passenger side of your
vehicle if you do not use the turn signal lever.
4. Drive your vehicle approximately 3 ft
(1 m) away from and parallel to the
other parked vehicles when searching
for a parking space.
Note: A tone sounds and a message
appears in the information and
entertainment display when active park
assist finds a parking space.
5. Press and hold the brake pedal.
6. Release the steering wheel and shift into reverse (R).
7. Use the accelerator and brake to control your vehicle's speed when
parking. You are responsible for
stopping your vehicle.
8. Active park assist is a multi-step process and requires you to shift the
transmission multiple times. Follow the
onscreen instructions until parking is
complete.
Note: You can slow down your vehicle at
any time by pressing the brake pedal.
Note: When parallel parking between
objects, the system will park closer to the
object in front of your vehicle to allow easier
access to the luggage compartment.
ENTERING A PERPENDICULAR
PARKING SPACE
1. Press the active park assist button.
2. Select perpendicular parking. Note:
Active park assist does not recognize
parking space lines and centers your vehicle
between objects.
Note: Active park assist backs your vehicle
into parking spaces.
3. Use the turn signal lever to search for a parking space on the driver or
passenger side of your vehicle.
Note: The system defaults to searching for
a parking spot on the passenger side of your
vehicle if you do not use the turn signal lever.
4. Drive your vehicle approximately
3 ft
(1 m) away from and perpendicular to
the other parked vehicles when
searching for a parking space.
Note: A tone sounds and a message
appears in the information and
entertainment display when active park
assist finds a parking space.
5. Press and hold the brake pedal.
6. Release the steering wheel and shift into reverse (R).
7. Use the accelerator and brake to control your vehicle's speed when
parking. You are responsible for
stopping your vehicle.
8. Active park assist is a multi-step process and requires you to shift the
transmission multiple times. Follow the
onscreen instructions until parking is
complete.
Note: Active park assist aligns the front-end
of your vehicle with the lane side of the
object next to it.
Note: When only one object is detected,
the system allows enough distance to open
the door on either side.
Note: You can slow down your vehicle at
any time by pressing the brake pedal.
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(If Equipped)

EXITING A PARKING SPACE
Active park assist only assists leaving
parallel parking spaces.
1. Press the active park assist button.
2. Select parallel park exit.
3. Use the turn signal to choose the
direction to exit the parking space.
4. Press and hold the brake pedal.
5. Release the steering wheel and shift into the instructed gear.
6. Release the parking brake.
7. Use the accelerator and brake to control your vehicle's speed when
exiting the parking space. You are
responsible for stopping your vehicle.
8. Active park assist is multi-step process
and requires you to shift the
transmission multiple times. Follow the
onscreen instructions until operation
is complete.
Note: After active park assist drives your
vehicle to a position where you can exit the
parking space in a forward movement, a
message appears instructing you to take full
control of your vehicle.
9. Take control of your vehicle.
Note: You can slow down your vehicle at
any time by pressing the brake pedal. ACTIVE PARK ASSIST –
TROUBLESHOOTING
Active Park Assist – Information
Messages Action
Message
The system
requires service.
Have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible.
Active Park Fault
Active Park Assist – Frequently
Asked Questions
Why does active park assist not
operate correctly? The system is unable to detect a
vehicle, curb or object to park next to
or in between. The system needs
boundary objects to operate correctly.
Why does active park assist not search
for a parking space? You have switched traction control off.
Why does active park assist not search
for a parking space? The transmission is in reverse (R). Your
vehicle must be moving forward to be
able to detect a parking space.
Why does active park assist not offer
a parking space? The sensors could be blocked. For
example, snow, ice or large
accumulations of dirt. Blocked sensors
can affect how the system functions.
Why does active park assist not offer
a parking space? The sensors in the front or rear bumper
could be damaged.
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TOWING A TRAILER
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Do not exceed
the GVWR or the GAWR
specified on the certification
label. WARNING:
Towing trailers
beyond the maximum
recommended gross trailer
weight exceeds the limit of your
vehicle and could result in engine
damage, transmission damage,
structural damage, loss of
vehicle control, vehicle rollover
and personal injury. WARNING:
Do not exceed
the lowest rating capacity for
your vehicle or trailer hitch.
Overloading your vehicle or
trailer hitch can impair your
vehicle stability and handling.
Failure to follow this instruction
could result in the loss of control
of your vehicle, personal injury or
death. WARNING:
Do not cut,
drill, weld or modify the trailer
hitch. Modifying the trailer hitch
could reduce the hitch rating. WARNING:
The anti-lock
brake system does not control
the trailer brakes. TRAILER BRAKE
PRECAUTIONS WARNING:
Do not connect a
trailer's hydraulic brake system directly
to your vehicle's brake system. Your
vehicle may not have enough braking
power and your chances of having a
collision greatly increase. WARNING:
Do not tow a trailer
fitted with electric trailer brakes unless
your vehicle is fitted with a compatible
aftermarket electronic trailer brake
controller. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in the loss of
control of your vehicle, personal injury or
death. For additional information and
assistance, we recommend that you
contact an authorized dealer.
Electric brakes and manual, automatic or
surge-type trailer brakes are safe if you
install them properly and adjust them to
the manufacturer's specifications. The
trailer brakes must meet local and federal
regulations.
The rating for the tow vehicle's braking
system operation is at the gross vehicle
weight rating, not the gross combined
weight rating.
Certain states require functioning trailer
brakes for trailers over a specified weight.
Be sure to check state regulations for this
specified weight.
Ford Motor Company recommends
separate functioning brake systems for
trailers weighing more than
1,500 lb
(680 kg) when loaded.
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TOWING A TRAILER
LIMITATIONS
The vehicle's load capacity
designation is by weight, not by
volume, so you cannot necessarily
use all available space when
loading a vehicle or trailer.
Note:
Your vehicle could have
reduced performance when
operating at high altitudes and
when heavily loaded or towing a
trailer. When driving at elevation,
to match driving performance as
perceived at sea level, reduce gross
vehicle weight and gross
combination weight by 2% per
1,000 ft (300 m) elevation.
LOADING YOUR TRAILER
To help minimize how trailer
movement affects your vehicle
when driving:
• Load the heaviest items closest
to the trailer floor.
• Load the heaviest items
centered between the left and
right side trailer tires. •
Load the heaviest items above
the trailer axles or just slightly
forward toward the trailer
tongue. Do not allow the final
trailer tongue weight to go
above or below 10-15% of the
loaded trailer weight. The
trailer tongue weight should
never exceed 10% of the
maximum towing capacity.
• Select a ball mount with the
correct rise or drop. When both
the loaded vehicle and trailer
are connected, the trailer frame
should be level, or slightly
angled down toward your
vehicle, when viewed from the
side.
TRAILER TOWING HINTS
Towing a trailer places an extra load on
your vehicle's engine, transmission, axle,
brakes, tires and suspension. Periodically
inspect these components during and after
any towing operation.
When driving with a trailer or payload, a
slight takeoff vibration or shudder may be
present due to the increased payload
weight.
Your vehicle may have a temporary or
conventional spare tire. A temporary spare
tire is different in diameter or width,
tread-type, or is from a different
manufacturer than the road tires on your
vehicle. Consult information on the tire
label or Safety Compliance label for
limitations when using.
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