Note:The system detects other vehicles andcurbs to find a parking space.
3.Use the turn signal lever to search for aparking space on the driver or passengerside of your vehicle.
Note:The system defaults to searching fora parking spot on the passenger side of yourvehicle if you do not use the turn signal lever.
4.Drive your vehicle approximately 3 ft (1 m)away from and parallel to the otherparked vehicles when searching for aparking space.
Note:A tone sounds and a messageappears in the information andentertainment display when active parkassist finds a parking space.
5.Press and hold the brake pedal.
6.Release the steering wheel and shift intoreverse (R).
7.Use the accelerator and brake to controlyour vehicle's speed when parking. Youare responsible for stopping your vehicle.
8.Active park assist is a multi-step processand requires you to shift the transmissionmultiple times. Follow the onscreeninstructions until parking is complete.
Note:You can slow down your vehicle atany time by pressing the brake pedal.
Note:When parallel parking betweenobjects, the system will park closer to theobject in front of your vehicle to allow easieraccess 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 recognizeparking space lines and centers your vehiclebetween objects.
Note:Active park assist backs your vehicleinto parking spaces.
3.Use the turn signal lever to search for aparking space on the driver or passengerside of your vehicle.
Note:The system defaults to searching fora parking spot on the passenger side of yourvehicle if you do not use the turn signal lever.
4.Drive your vehicle approximately 3 ft (1 m)away from and perpendicular to the otherparked vehicles when searching for aparking space.
Note:A tone sounds and a messageappears in the information andentertainment display when active parkassist finds a parking space.
5.Press and hold the brake pedal.
6.Release the steering wheel and shift intoreverse (R).
7.Use the accelerator and brake to controlyour vehicle's speed when parking. Youare responsible for stopping your vehicle.
8.Active park assist is a multi-step processand requires you to shift the transmissionmultiple times. Follow the onscreeninstructions until parking is complete.
Note:Active park assist aligns the front-endof your vehicle with the lane side of theobject next to it.
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Note:When only one object is detected, thesystem allows enough distance to open thedoor on either side.
Note:You can slow down your vehicle atany time by pressing the brake pedal.
EXITING A PARKING SPACE
Active park assist only assists leaving parallelparking spaces.
1.Press the active park assist button.
2.Select parallel park exit.
3.Use the turn signal to choose thedirection to exit the parking space.
4.Press and hold the brake pedal.
5.Release the steering wheel and shift intothe instructed gear.
6.Release the parking brake.
7.Use the accelerator and brake to controlyour vehicle's speed when exiting theparking space. You are responsible forstopping your vehicle.
8.Active park assist is multi-step processand requires you to shift the transmissionmultiple times. Follow the onscreeninstructions until operation is complete.
Note:After active park assist drives yourvehicle to a position where you can exit theparking space in a forward movement, amessage appears instructing you to take fullcontrol of your vehicle.
9.Take control of your vehicle.
Note:You can slow down your vehicle atany time by pressing the brake pedal.
ACTIVE PARK ASSIST –
TROUBLESHOOTING
ACTIVE PARK ASSIST – INFORMATIONMESSAGES
ActionMessage
The system requiresservice. Have yourvehicle checked assoon as possible.
Active Park Fault
ACTIVE PARK ASSIST – FREQUENTLYASKED QUESTIONS
Why does active park assist not operatecorrectly?
The system is unable to detect a vehicle,curb or object to park next to or inbetween. The system needs boundaryobjects to operate correctly.
Why does active park assist not search fora parking space?
You have switched traction control off.
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Why does active park assist not search fora parking space?
The transmission is in reverse (R). Yourvehicle must be moving forward to beable to detect a parking space.
Why does active park assist not offer aparking space?
The sensors could be blocked. Forexample, snow, ice or largeaccumulations of dirt. Blocked sensorscan affect how the system functions.
Why does active park assist not offer aparking space?
The sensors in the front or rear bumpercould be damaged.
Why does active park assist not offer aparking space?
There is not enough room in the parkingspace for your vehicle to safely park.
Why does active park assist not offer aparking space?
There is not enough space for theparking maneuver on the opposite sideof the parking space.
Why does active park assist not offer aparking space?
The parking space is more than 5 ft(1.5 m) or less than 2 ft (0.5 m) away fromyour vehicle.
Why does active park assist not offer aparking space?
Your vehicle's speed is greater than22 mph (35 km/h) for parallel parking orgreater than 19 mph (30 km/h) forperpendicular parking.
Why does active park assist not offer aparking space?
You recently disconnected or replacedthe battery. After you reconnect thebattery you must drive your vehicle ona straight road for a short period of time.
Why does active park assist not correctlyposition the vehicle into a parking space?
An irregular curb along the parkingspace prevents the system fromcorrectly aligning your vehicle.
Why does active park assist not correctlyposition the vehicle into a parking space?
Vehicles or objects bordering the spacecould not be correctly parked.
Why does active park assist not correctlyposition the vehicle into a parking space?
Your vehicle stopped too far past theparking space.
Why does active park assist not correctlyposition the vehicle into a parking space?
The tires are not correctly installed ormaintained. For example, using a sparetire, not inflated correctly, improper size,or of different sizes.
Why does active park assist not correctlyposition the vehicle into a parking space?
A repair or alteration changed thedetection capabilities.
Why does active park assist not correctlyposition the vehicle into a parking space?
A parked vehicle has a high attachment.For example, a salt sprayer, snowplowor moving truck bed.
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WHAT IS DRIVE MODE CONTROL
Your vehicle has various drive modes thatyou can select for different drivingconditions. Depending on the drive modethat you select, the system adjusts variousvehicle settings.
HOW DOES DRIVE MODE
CONTROL WORK
Drive mode control adjusts your vehicleconfiguration for each mode you select.
Changing the drive mode changes thefunctionality of the steering system to adjustthe steering effort and feel.
Active noise control utilizes your vehicleelectronics to enhance the acousticexperience.
The stability and traction control assist yourvehicle control in adverse conditions orhigh-performance driving.
Throttle control enhances the powertrainresponse, transmission controls becomeoptimized with shift schedules, andfour-wheel drive settings are optimized andtuned to each mode.
Note:The system has diagnostic checks thatcontinuously monitor the system for properoperation. If a mode is unavailable due to asystem fault, the mode defaults to normal.
SELECTING A DRIVE MODE
You can configure which of the drive controlmodes are active when your vehicle is indrive (D) or in sport (S). The configurationremains active until modified from the mainmenu on the instrument cluster display. SeeInstrument Cluster Display Main Menu(page 146).
Note:Not all settings may be available.
Note:Drive mode changes may not beavailable when the ignition is off.
DRIVE MODES
COMFORT
Provides a more relaxed driving experience,maximizing comfort. Your steering effortdecreases and the suspension movement ismore fluid. Comfort mode is ideal when youdesire enhanced traveling comfort.
NORMAL
Delivers a balanced combination of acomfortable, controlled ride and confidenthandling. This mode provides an engagingdriving experience and a direct connectionto the road without sacrificing any of thecomposure demanded from a luxury vehicle.
SPORT
Provides a sportier driving experience. Thesuspension stiffens, with an emphasis onhandling and control. The engine respondsmore directly to your inputs and takes on amore powerful tone. This mode is ideal foruse during more spirited driving.
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TOWING A TRAILER PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Do not exceed theGVWR or the GAWR specified on thecertification label.
WARNING: Towing trailersbeyond the maximum recommendedgross trailer weight exceeds the limitof your vehicle and could result inengine damage, transmission damage,structural damage, loss of vehiclecontrol, vehicle rollover and personalinjury.
WARNING: Do not exceed thelowest rating capacity for your vehicleor trailer hitch. Overloading yourvehicle or trailer hitch can impair yourvehicle stability and handling. Failureto follow this instruction could resultin the loss of control of your vehicle,personal injury or death.
WARNING: Make sure that thevertical load on the tow ball is betweenthe minimum and maximumrecommended weight at all times.Failure to follow this instruction couldresult in the loss of control of yourvehicle, personal injury or death.
WARNING: Do not cut, drill, weldor modify the trailer hitch. Modifyingthe trailer hitch could reduce the hitchrating.
WARNING: The anti-lock brakesystem does not control the trailerbrakes.
TRAILER BRAKE PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Do not connect a trailer'shydraulic brake system directly to yourvehicle's brake system. Your vehicle maynot have enough braking power and yourchances of having a collision greatlyincrease.
WARNING: Do not tow a trailer fittedwith electric trailer brakes unless yourvehicle is fitted with a compatibleaftermarket electronic trailer brakecontroller. Failure to follow this instructioncould result in the loss of control of yourvehicle, personal injury or death. Foradditional information and assistance, werecommend that you contact an authorizeddealer.
Electric brakes and manual, automatic orsurge-type trailer brakes are safe if you installthem properly and adjust them to themanufacturer's specifications. The trailerbrakes must meet local and federalregulations.
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The rating for the tow vehicle's brakingsystem operation is at the gross vehicleweight rating, not the gross combined weightrating.
Certain states require functioning trailerbrakes for trailers over a specified weight.Be sure to check state regulations for thisspecified weight.
Ford Motor Company recommends separatefunctioning brake systems for trailersweighing more than 1,500 lb (680 kg) whenloaded.
TOWING A TRAILER LIMITATIONS
The vehicle's load capacity designationis by weight, not by volume, so youcannot necessarily use all availablespace when loading a vehicle or trailer.
Note:Your vehicle could have reducedperformance when operating at highaltitudes and when heavily loaded ortowing a trailer. When driving atelevation, to match driving performanceas perceived at sea level, reduce grossvehicle weight and gross combinationweight by 2% per 1,000 ft (300 m)elevation.
LOADING YOUR TRAILER
To help minimize how trailer movementaffects your vehicle when driving:
•Load the heaviest items closest tothe trailer floor.
•Load the heaviest items centeredbetween the left and right side trailertires.
•Load the heaviest items above thetrailer axles or just slightly forwardtoward the trailer tongue. Do notallow the final trailer tongue weightto go above or below 10-15% of theloaded trailer weight. The trailertongue weight should never exceed10% of the maximum towing capacity.
•Select a ball mount with the correctrise or drop. When both the loadedvehicle and trailer are connected, thetrailer frame should be level, orslightly angled down toward yourvehicle, when viewed from the side.
TRAILER TOWING HINTS
Towing a trailer places an extra load on yourvehicle's engine, transmission, axle, brakes,tires and suspension. Periodically inspectthese components during and after anytowing operation.
When driving with a trailer or payload, a slighttakeoff vibration or shudder may be presentdue to the increased payload weight.
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Your vehicle may have a temporary orconventional spare tire. A temporary sparetire is different in diameter or width,tread-type, or is from a different manufacturerthan the road tires on your vehicle. Consultinformation on the tire label or SafetyCompliance label for limitations when using.
When towing a trailer:
•Obey country specific regulations fortowing a trailer.
•Do not drive faster than 70 mph(113 km/h) during the first 500 mi(800 km).
•Do not make full-throttle starts.
•Check your hitch, electrical connectionsand trailer wheel lug nuts thoroughly afteryou have traveled 50 mi (80 km).
•When stopped in congested or heavytraffic during hot weather, place thetransmission in park (P) to aid engine andtransmission cooling and to help A/Cperformance.
•Turn off the speed control with heavyloads or in hilly terrain. The speed controlmay turn off when you are towing onlong, steep slopes.
•Shift to a lower gear when driving downa long or steep hill. Do not continuouslyapply the brakes, as they may overheatand become less effective.
•If your transmission has Grade Assist orTow/Haul, use this feature when towing.This provides engine braking and helpseliminate excessive transmission shiftingfor optimum fuel economy andtransmission cooling.
•Your vehicle has AdvanceTrac with rollstability control. When towing a trailer,additional loads could cause theAdvanceTrac system to engage duringcornering maneuvers. Reduce corneringspeeds to make sure that you canmaintain control of the vehicle and trailerif the AdvanceTrac system engages.
•Allow more distance for stopping with atrailer attached. Anticipate stops andgradually brake.
•Avoid parking on a slope. However, ifyou must park on a slope, turn thesteering wheel to point your vehicle tiresaway from traffic flow, set the parkingbrake, place the transmission in park (P)and place wheel chocks in front and backof the trailer wheels.
Note:Chocks are not included with yourvehicle.
LAUNCHING OR RETRIEVING A
BOAT OR PERSONAL
WATERCRAFT
When backing down a ramp during boatlaunching or retrieval:
•Do not allow the static water level to riseabove the bottom edge of the rearbumper.
•Do not allow waves to break higher than6 in (15 cm) above the bottom edge ofthe rear bumper.
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•Do not add unnecessary accessories tothe exterior of your vehicle, for examplerunning boards. If you use a roof rack,remember to fold it down or remove itwhen not in use.
•Do not shift into neutral when you arebraking or when your vehicle is slowingdown.
•Shut all windows when driving at highspeeds.
•Switch off all electric systems when notin use, for example air conditioning. Makesure that you unplug any accessoriesfrom the auxiliary power points when notin use.
DRIVING IN SPECIAL CONDITIONS
EMERGENCY MANEUVERS
In an unavoidable emergency where youmust make a sudden sharp maneuver, turnthe steering wheel only as rapidly and as faras required to avoid the emergency. Applysmooth pressure to the accelerator pedal orbrake pedal as needed. Avoid abrupt
steering, acceleration and braking changes.Abrupt changes could increase the risk ofvehicle roll over, loss of vehicle control andpersonal injury. If possible, use any availableroad surfaces to bring your vehicle undercontrol.
DRIVING THROUGH MUD AND WATER
Mud
Be cautious of sudden changes in vehiclespeed or direction when you are driving inmud. Even all-wheel drive and four-wheeldrive vehicles can lose traction in mud. Ifyour vehicle slides, steer in the direction ofthe slide until you regain control of yourvehicle. After driving through mud, clean offresidue stuck to rotating driveshafts and tires.Excess residue can cause an imbalance thatcould damage drive components.
Note:If your vehicle gets stuck in mud, itcould be rocked out by shifting betweenforward and reverse gears, stoppingbetween shifts in a steady pattern. Presslightly on the accelerator in each gear.
Note:Do not rock your vehicle if the engineis not at normal operating temperature, asdamage to the transmission could occur.
Note:Do not rock your vehicle for more thana minute, as damage to the transmissionand tires could occur or the engine couldoverheat.
Water
If you must drive though deep water, driveslowly. The water could limit traction or brakecapability. See Driving Through ShallowWater (page 313).
When driving though water, determine thedepth and avoid water higher than the centerof the wheel.
Once through water, always try the brakes.Wet brakes do not stop your vehicle asquickly as dry brakes. Apply light pressureto the brake pedal while slowly moving thevehicle to dry the brakes.
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