
developed sufficient torque to prevent yourvehicle from rolling down the slope. Thisis an advantage when pulling away on aslope, for example from a car park ramp,traffic lights or when reversing uphill intoa parking space.
The system activates on any slope thatcauses your vehicle to roll.
Note:There is no warning light to indicatethe system is either on or off.
Using Hill Start Assist
1.Press the brake pedal to bring yourvehicle to a complete standstill. Keepthe brake pedal pressed and shift intofirst gear when facing uphill or reverse(R) when facing downhill.
2.If the sensors detect that your vehicleis on a slope, the system activatesautomatically.
3.When you remove your foot from thebrake pedal, your vehicle remains onthe slope without rolling away forabout two to three seconds. This holdtime automatically extends if you arein the process of driving off.
4.Drive off in the normal manner. Thesystem releases the brakesautomatically.
Note:When you remove your foot from thebrake pedal and press the pedal again whenthe system is active, you will experiencesignificantly reduced brake pedal travel. Thisis normal.
Switching the System On and Off
When you switch the ignition on, thesystem automatically turns on. You cannotturn the system on or off.
AUTO HOLD
WARNING: The system does notreplace the parking brake. When youleave your vehicle, always apply theparking brake.
WARNING: You must remain inyour vehicle when the system turns on.At all times, you are responsible forcontrolling your vehicle, supervising thesystem and intervening, if required.Failure to take care may result in the lossof control of your vehicle, seriouspersonal injury or death.
WARNING: The system will turnoff if a malfunction is apparent. Failureto take care may result in the loss ofcontrol of your vehicle, serious personalinjury or death.
The system applies the brakes to hold yourvehicle at a standstill after you stop yourvehicle and release the brake pedal. Thiscould be beneficial in certain situations, forexample when waiting on a hill or in traffic.
Switching Auto Hold On and Off
Press the button on your console to accessauto hold on the touchscreen.
Note:You can only switch the system onafter you close the driver door, fasten yourseatbelt and start the engine.
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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
WARNING: To help avoid personalinjury, always use caution when inreverse (R) and when using the sensingsystem.
WARNING: The system may notdetect objects with surfaces that absorbreflection. Always drive with due careand attention. Failure to take care mayresult in a crash.
WARNING: Traffic control systems,fluorescent lamps, inclement weather,air brakes, external motors and fans mayaffect the correct operation of thesensing system. This may cause reducedperformance or false alerts.
WARNING: The system may notdetect small or moving objects,particularly those close to the ground.
WARNING: If damage occurs in theimmediate area surrounding the sensor,have your vehicle checked as soon aspossible.
WARNING: The parking aid systemcan only assist you to detect objectswhen your vehicle is moving at parkingspeeds. To help avoid personal injury youmust take care when using the parkingaid system.
WARNING: In cold and severeweather conditions the system may notfunction. Rain, snow and spray can alllimit sensor performance.
WARNING: The system may notfunction if the sensor is blocked.
Note:If your vehicle has MyKey™, thesensing system cannot be switched offwhen a MyKey™ is present. See Principleof Operation (page 203).
Note:Do not clean the sensors with sharpobjects.
Note:If your vehicle sustains damage tothe bumper or fascia and you leave itmisaligned or bent, the sensing zone couldbe altered causing inaccurate measurementof obstacles or false alerts.
Note:Add-on devices such as large trailerhitches, bike or surfboard racks, license platebrackets, or bumper covers installed aroundthe bumper or facia can block the normaldetection zone of the system causing falsealerts. Remove the add-on devices toprevent false alerts.
Note:When you connect a trailer to yourvehicle, the rear parking aid could detect thetrailer and therefore provide an alert. Disablethe rear parking aid when you connect atrailer to prevent the alert.
The sensing system warns you of obstacleswithin a certain range of your vehicle. Thesystem turns on when you switch theignition on.
You can switch the system offby shifting into reverse (R) andpressing the button on the rearview camera display screen.
If a fault is present in the system, a warningmessage appears in the informationdisplay. See Information Messages(page 109).
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REAR PARKING AID
WARNING: The system may notdetect objects with surfaces that absorbreflection. Always drive with due careand attention. Failure to take care mayresult in a crash.
WARNING: The system may notdetect small or moving objects,particularly those close to the ground.
WARNING: To help avoid personalinjury, always use caution when inreverse (R) and when using the sensingsystem.
WARNING: The parking aid systemcan only assist you to detect objectswhen your vehicle is moving at parkingspeeds. To help avoid personal injury youmust take care when using the parkingaid system.
The sensors are on the rear bumper.
The sensors are active when thetransmission is in reverse (R) and thevehicle speed is less than 5 mph (8 km/h).When the parking aid system sounds atone, the audio system could reduce theset volume.
Note:Keep the sensors free from snow, iceand large accumulations of dirt.
Note:Do not cover up the sensors.
Note:Do not clean the sensors with sharpobjects.
Note:If your vehicle sustains damageleaving the sensors misaligned, this couldcause inaccurate measurements or falsealerts.
Note:Some accessories, for example, largetrailer hitches or bike or surfboard racks cancause reduced performance or false alerts.
A warning tone sounds when your vehicleapproaches an object. As your vehiclemoves closer to an object, the rate of thetone increases. The warning tonecontinuously sounds when an object is 12 in(30 cm) or less from the center of the rearbumper.
Note:There is a decreased coverage areaat the outer corners.
The sensor coverage area is up to 70 in(180 cm) from the rear bumper.
If the system detects a fault, a warningmessage appears in the informationdisplay.
The system detects large objects whenyou shift into reverse (R) and any of thefollowing occur:
•Your vehicle is moving backward at lowspeed.
•Your vehicle is stationary but an objectis approaching the rear of your vehicleat low speed.
•Your vehicle is moving backward at lowspeed and an object is moving towardyour vehicle, for example, anothervehicle at low speed.
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Note:The system could not alert you if avehicle quickly passes through the detectionzone.
Blind Spot Information System Information Messages
ActionMessage
Displays if the blind spot information system sensors areblocked.Blind Spot Not AvailableSensor Blocked SeeManual
Displays if you attach a trailer to your vehicle.Blis Deactivated TrailerAttached
The system has detected a fault that requires service. Haveyour vehicle checked as soon as possible.Blind Spot System Fault
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. Thecross traffic alert system is not areplacement for careful driving.
WARNING: The system may notoperate properly during severe weatherconditions, for example snow, ice, heavyrain and spray. Always drive with duecare and attention. Failure to take caremay result in a crash.
The system alerts you of vehiclesapproaching from the sides behind yourvehicle when you shift into reverse (R).
Using Cross Traffic Alert
The system detects vehicles that approachat a speed between 4 mph (6 km/h) and37 mph (60 km/h). Coverage decreaseswhen the sensors are partially, mostly orfully obstructed. Slowly reversing helpsincrease the coverage area andeffectiveness.
The system turns on when you start theengine and you shift into reverse (R). Thesystem turns off when you shift out ofreverse (R).
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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.
Cross Traffic Alert SystemLimitations
The system may not correctly operatewhen any of the following occur:
•Something blocks the sensors.
•Adjacently parked vehicles or objectsobstruct the sensors.
•Vehicles approach at speeds less than4 mph (6 km/h) or greater than 37 mph(60 km/h).
•The vehicle speed is greater than 7 mph(12 km/h).
•You reverse out of an angled parkingspace.
Switching the System On and Off
To switch the system on or off, adjust thesettings using the touchscreen. SeeSettings (page 393).
Note:The system turns on every time youswitch the ignition on. To permanentlyswitch the system off, contact an authorizeddealer.
Cross Traffic Alert System Sensors
The sensors are behind the rear bumperon both sides of your vehicle.
If something blocks the sensors, a messagemay appear in the information displaywhen you shift into reverse (R).
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.
Note:Bike and cargo racks could causefalse alerts due to obstruction of the sensor.We recommend switching the feature offwhen using a bike or cargo rack.
Cross Traffic Alert Indicator
When the system detects anapproaching vehicle, a tonesounds, a warning lampilluminates in the relevant exterior mirror,and arrows appear in the informationdisplay to show which side theapproaching vehicle is coming from.
Note:If arrows do not display, a messageappears in the information display.
If the system malfunctions, a warning lampilluminates in the instrument cluster anda message appears in the informationdisplay. Have your vehicle checked as soonas possible.
Note:In exceptional conditions, the systemcould alert you, even when there is nothingin the detection zone, for example a vehiclepassing further away from your vehicle.
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•Stand at a minimum of 12 ft(3.66 m) away from the wheeland tire assembly.
•Use both eye and earprotection.
Important: Remember to replacethe wheel valve stems when theroad tires are replaced on yourvehicle.
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 may affect theoperation of your tire pressure
monitoring system.
If the tire pressure monitoringsystem indicator is flashing, yoursystem is malfunctioning. Yourreplacement tire might beincompatible with your tirepressure monitoring system, orsome component of the systemmay be damaged.
Safety Practices
WARNING: If your vehicleis stuck in snow, mud or sand, donot rapidly spin the tires;spinning the tires can tear thetire and cause an explosion. Atire can explode in as little asthree to five seconds.
WARNING: Do not spin thewheels at over 34 mph(55 km/h). The tires may fail andinjure a passenger 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 drive,there is 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 with
caution until you can safely pulloff the road. Stop and inspect thetires for damage. If a tire isunder-inflated or damaged,deflate it, remove wheel and
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Cornering Lamps...........................................88Crash and Breakdown Information.......275Automatic Crash Shutoff................................275Post Impact Braking..........................................275Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator.......56Creating a MyKey............................................67Creating a Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot..........355Cross Traffic Alert.........................................231Cruise Control................................................210Cruise Control Indicators.............................211Cruise Control - Vehicles With: AdaptiveCruise Control..............................................80Cruise Control - Vehicles With: CruiseControl............................................................80Cup Holders....................................................163Cup Holder Precautions...................................163Customer Information...............................420Radio Frequency CertificationLabels................................................................424
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Data Privacy......................................................18Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With:Configurable Daytime RunningLamps..............................................................87Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With:Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)............87Digital Radio..................................................359Directing the Flow of Air.............................129Direction Indicators.......................................88Doors and Locks.............................................70Driver Alert......................................................224Driver and Passenger Airbags...................50Driver Knee Airbag.........................................54Driving Aids....................................................224Driving Economically..................................267Driving Hints..................................................260Off-Road Driving...............................................260DRLSee: Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With:Configurable Daytime Running Lamps....87See: Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With:Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)................87
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Electric Parking Brake.................................194
Electromagnetic Compatibility..............498Emergency Call Limitations.......................59Emergency Call Requirements.................59Emergency Call System Data.....................21Emission Law................................................494Enabling Remote Start...............................125End User License Agreement.................469Engine Block Heater....................................168Engine Coolant Check...............................290Engine Emission Control............................179Engine ImmobilizerSee: Passive Anti-Theft System......................77Engine Oil Capacity and Specification -1.5L EcoBoost™........................................343Engine Oil Capacity and Specification -2.0L EcoBoost™.......................................344Engine Oil Check..........................................288Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.5LEcoBoost™.................................................288Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.0LEcoBoost™.................................................288Engine Specifications - 1.5LEcoBoost™.................................................339Engine Specifications - 2.0LEcoBoost™.................................................339Entertainment...............................................374Environment.....................................................22EPBSee: Electric Parking Brake.............................194Essential Towing Checks..........................256Event Data.........................................................19Export Unique Options.............................495Extending the Remote StartDuration.........................................................126Exterior Mirrors................................................94
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Fastening the Seatbelts...............................42Federal Highway AdministrationRegulation...................................................469Flat TireSee: Changing a Road Wheel........................332Floor Mats.......................................................267Fog Lamps - FrontSee: Front Fog Lamps.........................................87Ford Protect..................................................409
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Off-Road Driving.........................................260After Driving Your Vehicle Off-Road..........266Basic Off-Road Driving Techniques...........260Driving Off-Road.................................................261Driving Through Water Limitations.............265Off-Road Driving Aids......................................265Off-Road Driving Precautions......................260What Is Off-Road Driving...............................260Oil Change Indicator Reset......................289Oil CheckSee: Engine Oil Check......................................288Opening and Closing the Hood..............285Opening and Closing the LiftgateWindow...........................................................76Opening the Liftgate.....................................75Opening the Liftgate From Outside YourVehicle..................................................................75Opening the Liftgate Using the RemoteControl.................................................................75Ordering a Canadian French Owner'sManual...........................................................421Our Sustainability Report........................420Overriding Automatic High BeamControl.............................................................92Overriding the Set Speed..........................218
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Parking Aids...................................................203Principle of Operation......................................203Passive Anti-Theft System..........................77PATSSee: Passive Anti-Theft System......................77Perchlorate....................................................468Personalized Settings................................108Personal Safety System™.........................48Phone..............................................................384Playing Media Using the USB Port.........157Post-Crash Alert System...........................272Post Impact Braking....................................275How Does Post Impact Braking Work........275Overriding Post Impact Braking....................275Post Impact Braking Indicators.....................275Post Impact Braking Limitations..................275Power Door LocksSee: Locking and Unlocking.............................70
Power Outlet Indicators.............................160Power Outlet Limitations..........................160Power Outlet..................................................159Power Outlet Precautions.........................159Power Seats....................................................145Power Steering Fluid Check.....................295Power Windows..............................................93Pre-Collision Assist.....................................236Programming a MyKey.................................67Programming the Garage DoorOpener...........................................................154Protecting the Environment.......................22PunctureSee: Changing a Road Wheel........................332
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Radio Frequency CertificationLabels............................................................424Blind Spot Information SystemSensors.............................................................424Body Control Module.......................................430Cruise Control Module.....................................434Keys and Remote Controls............................438Passive Anti-Theft System............................443Radio Transceiver Module.............................446SYNC......................................................................449Telematics Control Unit..................................453Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemSensors.............................................................454Wireless Accessory ChargingModule..............................................................462Rear Exterior.....................................................27Rear Floodlamps...........................................90Rear Occupant Alert System AudibleWarnings.......................................................150Rear Occupant Alert SystemIndicators......................................................150Rear Occupant Alert SystemLimitations...................................................149Rear Occupant Alert SystemPrecautions..................................................149Rear Occupant Alert System...................149Rear Parking Aid..........................................204Rear Seats.......................................................146Rear View Camera......................................205Rear View CameraSee: Rear View Camera..................................205
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