2023 FORD EXPEDITION Owners Manual

Note:You need to complete at least a 90°turn, and longer trailers could require a 180°turn. Camera trailer tracking requires thesystem to locate the hitch ball as well asdetermine the trailer length. Some trailerscould require you to drive straight then turnmultiple times before calibration completes.The touchscreen provides instructions andnotifies you when calibration completes.
Note:For best results, do not calibrate thesystem at night when calibrating.
SWITCHING TRAILER BACKUP
ASSISTANCE ON AND OFF
Press the button and use the touchscreento select the connected trailer.
Note:A trailer must be configured to usetrailer backup assistance. See Configuringthe Trailer (page 370).
Note:If you use the steering wheel whenusing trailer backup assistance, the systemturns off and a message displays in thetouchscreen.
Note:If the trailer was connected just priorto turning the system on, you may need todrive forward to initialize the system. Followthe instructions on the touchscreen toactivate the system.
USING THE TRAILER BACKUP
ASSISTANCE CONTROLLER -
VEHICLES WITH: 12 INCH
SCREEN
Use the control knob to steer the trailer.Take your hands off the steering wheel andturn the control knob instead. The controlknob acts as the steering control for thetrailer.
Turn and hold counterclockwise to makethe trailer go left.
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Turn and hold clockwise to make the trailergo right.
Release the knob when the trailer ismoving in the direction you want.
Note:The more you turn the knob, thesharper the trailer turns.
Note:Quickly turning and releasing theknob results in a jerky movement of thevehicle.
Note:You may have to use the knob tocorrect the trailer direction when attemptingto move the trailer straight back under someconditions.
Note:If you want the trailer to turn sharperyou can change the trailer angle limit. SeeUsing the Trailer Backup AssistanceViews (page 375).
USING THE TRAILER BACKUP
ASSISTANCE CONTROLLER -
VEHICLES WITH: 15 INCH
SCREEN
Use the control knob to steer the trailer.Take your hands off the steering wheel andturn the control knob instead. The controlknob acts as the steering control for thetrailer.
Turn and hold counterclockwise to makethe trailer go left.
Turn and hold clockwise to make the trailergo right.
Release the knob when the trailer ismoving in the direction you want.
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Note:The more you turn the knob, thesharper the trailer turns.
Note:Quickly turning and releasing theknob results in a jerky movement of thevehicle.
Note:You may have to use the knob tocorrect the trailer direction when attemptingto move the trailer straight back under someconditions.
Note:If you want the trailer to turn sharperyou can change the trailer angle limit. SeeUsing the Trailer Backup AssistanceViews (page 376).
USING THE TRAILER BACKUP
ASSISTANCE VIEWS -
VEHICLES WITH: 12 INCH
SCREEN
Up to three camera views could beavailable when using trailer backupassistance. Use the view that helps you themost when reversing your vehicle andtrailer.
360° camera view. Shows a360° view on the right-hand sideof the touchscreen with a rearcamera view on the left-hand side of thetouchscreen.
Rear view camera view. Showsyour trailer hitch or what isdirectly behind your vehicle.
Trailer reverse guidance view.Shows you a view of the sides ofyour vehicle and the trailer. Inauto mode, this view moves as the trailermoves so that you do not have to adjustthe camera as you turn. Left and rightarrows let you see other camera views.
Auto. Press to return to autoview.
Note:Auto mode is the default setting.
Hitch Angle Graphic
The hitch angle graphic shows a smallrepresentation of your vehicle and trailerwith visual feedback to help you monitorthe trailer. The graphic shows two differentcolored lines for the trailer hitch angle. Ablack line shows you where your trailer isin relation to your vehicle. The white linerepresents the amount the trailer can turnbased on knob input.
The graphic shows a yellow and red zonefor the hitch angle to warn you of a highangle condition that could require you topull forward to reduce the hitch angle. Theangle limits for each zone vary based onthe trailer length.
The yellow zone indicates you areapproaching the maximum controllabletrailer angle for the system. When thetrailer enters this zone, it is more difficultto reduce the trailer turn when backing up.It may be necessary to put your vehicleback into drive (D) and pull forward to getyour vehicle and trailer back to an in-lineposition.
The red zone indicates you have exceededthe maximum controllable trailer angle forthe system. Immediately stop reversing.Put your vehicle into drive (D) and pullforward until the trailer is no longer in thered zone.
Setting the Trailer Angle Limit
1.Press Features on the touchscreen.
2.Press Towing.
3.Press Manage trailers.
4.Press the saved trailer you want tochange.
5.Press Pro Trailer Backup Assist.
6.Press Trailer Angle Limit.
7.Press a setting.
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Normal Control Angle
Default setting. This provides a balancedlimit that returns from a turn to straightbacking with minimal change to the trailerdirection.
Max Control Angle
Increases the trailer angle limit close to themaximum controllable angle to allowsharper turns but also causes more changein the trailer direction when straighteningout from a turn.
USING THE TRAILER BACKUP
ASSISTANCE VIEWS -
VEHICLES WITH: 15 INCH
SCREEN
Up to three camera views could beavailable when using trailer backupassistance. Use the view that helps you themost when reversing your vehicle andtrailer.
360° camera view. Shows a360° view on the right-hand sideof the touchscreen with a rearcamera view on the left-hand side of thetouchscreen.
Rear view camera view. Showsyour trailer hitch or what isdirectly behind your vehicle.
Trailer reverse guidance view.Shows you a view of the sides ofyour vehicle and the trailer. Inauto mode, this view moves as the trailermoves so that you do not have to adjustthe camera as you turn. Left and rightarrows let you see other camera views.
Auto. Press to return to autoview.
Note:Auto mode is the default setting.
Hitch Angle Graphic
The hitch angle graphic shows a smallrepresentation of your vehicle and trailerwith visual feedback to help you monitorthe trailer. The graphic shows two differentcolored lines for the trailer hitch angle. Ablack line shows you where your trailer isin relation to your vehicle. The white linerepresents the amount the trailer can turnbased on knob input.
The graphic shows a yellow and red zonefor the hitch angle to warn you of a highangle condition that could require you topull forward to reduce the hitch angle. Theangle limits for each zone vary based onthe trailer length.
The yellow zone indicates you areapproaching the maximum controllabletrailer angle for the system. When thetrailer enters this zone, it is more difficultto reduce the trailer turn when backing up.It may be necessary to put your vehicleback into drive (D) and pull forward to getyour vehicle and trailer back to an in-lineposition.
The red zone indicates you have exceededthe maximum controllable trailer angle forthe system. Immediately stop reversing.Put your vehicle into drive (D) and pullforward until the trailer is no longer in thered zone.
Setting the Trailer Angle Limit
1.Access the vehicle drawer on thetouchscreen.
2.Press Towing.
3.Press Settings.
4.Press the saved trailer you want tochange.
5.Press Pro Trailer Backup Assist.
6.Press Trailer Angle Limit.
7.Press a setting.
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Normal Control Angle
Default setting. This provides a balancedlimit that returns from a turn to straightbacking with minimal change to the trailerdirection.
Max Control Angle
Increases the trailer angle limit close to themaximum controllable angle to allowsharper turns but also causes more changein the trailer direction when straighteningout from a turn.
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TRAILER BACKUP ASSISTANCE – TROUBLESHOOTING
TRAILER BACKUP ASSISTANCE – INFORMATION MESSAGES
DescriptionMessage
Displays when the system turns on and isinitializing.Detecting Trailer Please Wait…
A condition exists that prevents the systemfrom turning on. If the message continuesto display, visit your authorized dealer tohave your vehicle checked.
Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ System is NotAvailable
The steering system needs to learn internalparameters to fully enable the feature.Drive your vehicle straight forward above25 mph (40 km/h) for approximately 5minutes.
Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ Driving Requiredto Initialize Steering Press Knob to Exit
Displays when you reach the maximumcontrollable trailer angle for the system.Place your vehicle in drive (D) and pullforward to get the truck and trailer back toan in-line position.
Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ Stop nowMaximum trailer angle Press Knob to Exit
If this message consistently displays, youmay need to repeat the trailer calibration.Delete the trailer from the system andrepeat the setup and calibration process.
Displays when you exceed the maximumcontrollable trailer angle for the system.Place your vehicle in drive (D) and pullforward to get your vehicle and trailer backto an in-line position, then activate thesystem by selecting the connected trailerand following the instructions on thetouchscreen.
Stop now. Deactivated by trailer angle.
If this message consistently displays, youmay need to repeat the trailer setup andcalibration. Delete the trailer from thesystem and repeat the setup and calibra-tion process.
Displays when the system can no longersteer the vehicle and you must take oversteering.
Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ Stop Now TakeControl of Steering Wheel
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DescriptionMessage
These messages display when the systemdoes not detect the trailer. Make sure therear camera is clean, and the sticker isclearly visible in the camera image. You canalso move the trailer forward or backwardto change the trailer position and lightingconditionsIf these messages continue to display, visityour authorized dealer to have your vehiclechecked.
Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ Trailer NotDetected. Shift to Park Press Knob to Exit
Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ Trailer NotDetected. Refer to Owner's Manual. PressKnob to Exit
Display when the camera system cannotdetect the trailer and requires trailermovement to enable trailer detection. Driveforward above 2 mph (3 km/h) to initializethe system.
Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ Trailer NotDetected Pull Forward to Initialize PressKnob to Exit
Displays when your vehicle is backing upbut the system is not activated. Select theconnected trailer on the touchscreen andfollow the instructions to activate thesystem.This message also displays when you backup during the calibration process.
Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ Stop NowSystem Not Active Press Knob to Exit
Displays when the system turns on and isavailable to use.Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ Backup SlowlyTurn Knob to Steer Press Knob to Exit
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TRAILER BACKUP ASSISTANCE– FREQUENTLY ASKEDQUESTIONS
Why does the trailer not reversestraight?
Verify the sticker is correctly applied.Other factors such as the hitchconnection, road camber, road slopeand trailer suspension could influencehow straight the system can reversethe trailer when the control knob is notturned. You can compensate for thetrailer drifting to the right or left byslowly turning the knob until the traileris following your desired path andholding the knob in that position.Check that the correct trailer isselected in the touchscreen. Verify thesticker is correctly applied and checkthat the drawbar and the trailerdimensions are within the allowedrange. If the trailer consistently doesnot reverse straight, delete the trailerfrom the system and repeat the setupprocess to calibrate the trailer.
What does it mean if the systemremains on one message for anextended time during calibration?
The camera could need to be cleaned,the sticker could be blocked, thedrawbar could be outside the allowedrange of 9–18 in (23–46 cm) or youcould need to move to a different areato change the lighting and background.Verify the sticker is in the properlocation. See Applying the TrailerReversing Aid Sticker (page 371).You can move to a different area orchange the direction you are driving orset up the system at a different timeof day. Some trailers are notcompatible with the sticker andcamera system.
What does it mean if the system pausesduring calibration?
There could be steering input or trailermovement during the straight driveportion of the calibration process.
What does it mean if the systemdisplays hold steering steady duringturn?
Part of the calibration process for thesticker setup requires a steady turn. Ifyou are continually moving thesteering wheel during the turn, thisdelays the calibration process. Toenable the calibration process, holdthe steering wheel at the sameposition when turning.
What does it mean if the systemdisplays that it is not available?
There could be a sub-system that thesystem uses that is not correctlyoperating or there could be a batteryvoltage issue. If the system continuesto display it is not available, visit yourauthorized dealer to have your vehiclechecked.
What does it mean if the systemdisplays that driving is required toinitialize steering?
The steering system needs to learninternal parameters to fully turn on thefeature. Drive your vehicle straightforward above 25 mph (40 km/h) forapproximately 5 minutes. This couldalso occur when your vehicle is new,there is a battery voltage issue or if thesteering system has been serviced.
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