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The warning tone continuously soundswhen an object is 12 in (30 cm) or less fromthe front bumper.
Note:If the detected object is 12 in (30 cm)or less from your vehicle, visual indicationremains on.
PARKING AID INDICATORS
The system provides object distanceindication through the center display.
•As the distance to the objectdecreases, the indicator blocksilluminate and move toward the vehicleicon.
•If there is no object detected, thedistance indicator blocks are grey.
Visual indication remains on when thetransmission is in reverse (R). When youstop your vehicle, visual indication turnsoff after four seconds.
If the parking aids are not available, thedistance indicator blocks do not display.
PARKING AIDS –
TROUBLESHOOTING
PARKING AIDS – INFORMATIONMESSAGES
If a fault is present in the parking aids, awarning message appears in theinstrument cluster or the touchscreen.
ActionMessage
The system detects a condition thatrequires service. Have your vehicle checkedas soon as possible.
Park Aid Fault
Inclement weather, ice, mud, or water isblocking the sensor, causing the system tobecome unavailable. You can typicallyclean the sensor to resolve.
Sensor Blocked
A correct trailer connection is sensed duringa given ignition cycle.Trailer Connected
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Blind Spot Assist Information Messages
ActionMessage
Displays if you attach a trailer to your vehicle with the blindspot information system switched off or you have notconfigured the trailer.
Blind Spot Assist NotAvailable TrailerAttached
Displays if your blind spot information system sensors areblocked.Blind Spot Assist NotAvailable Side SensorBlocked
The system has detected a fault that requires service. Haveyour vehicle checked as soon as possible.Blind Spot Assist Systemfault
Front camera fault. Blind spot assist is disabled until thefailure is fixed.Front Camera FaultService Required
BLIND SPOT ASSIST WITH
TRAILER COVERAGE (IF EQUIPPED)
WHAT IS BLIND SPOT ASSISTWITH TRAILER COVERAGE
Blind spot assist with trailer coverage is anextension of the lane keeping system.
It may help you identify adjacent vehiclesduring a lane change.
Blind spot assist provides a blind spotwarning and steering assistance to helpduring lane changes.
When attaching a trailer, ensure you haveproperly set up the trailer coveragesettings. See Blind Spot InformationSystem With Trailer Coverage (page328).
HOW DOES BLIND SPOT ASSISTWITH TRAILER COVERAGE WORK
Activate and deactivate thesystem using the lane keepingsystem button on the steeringwheel.
During lane changes, the design of theblind spot assist feature detects vehiclesin, or approaching, your blind spot andprovides a warning, plus steeringassistance to direct your vehicle back intoyour lane.
If a supported trailer is connected, thefunction is reduced to only detectingvehicles on both sides of your vehicle andtrailer, extending rearward from theexterior mirrors to the end of your trailer.See Blind Spot Information SystemWith Trailer Coverage (page 328).
When active, this system functions with orwithout the use of direction indicators andhazard flashers.
You must keep your hands on the steeringwheel at all times.
BLIND SPOT ASSIST WITHTRAILER COVERAGELIMITATIONS
All system limitations present in the basiclane keeping system also apply to blindspot assist.
Blind spot assist does not function underthe following conditions:
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•The system does not detect lanemarkings.
•One or both rear radar sensors becomeblocked or faulty.
•You have not configured the attachedtrailer correctly in the trailer tow menusor you attached an unsupported trailer.The system only supports certain trailershapes and dimensions.
Note:Blind spot assist with trailer coveragecould have reduced performance if any ofthe above limitations are present.
Blind spot assist may have difficultydetecting hazards under the followingconditions:
•If a vehicle is approaching in anadjacent lane at a relative speed muchhigher than your vehicle.
•Bad weather conditions are presentthat obstruct the sensors.
•Attaching bike or cargo racks couldcause false alerts due to obstructionof the sensor.
BLIND SPOT ASSIST WITHTRAILER COVERAGE INDICATORS
The lane keeping aid warning lamp or redlane marking in your instrument clusterdisplay indicate blind spot assist activation.In addition, the blind spot informationsystem alert indicator flashes on theexterior mirror on the same side as thedetection. See Blind Spot InformationSystem (page 327).
Blind Spot Assist Information Messages
ActionMessage
Displays if you attach a trailer to your vehicle with the blindspot information system switched off or you have notconfigured the trailer.
Blind Spot Assist NotAvailable TrailerAttached
Displays if your blind spot information system sensors areblocked.Blind Spot Assist NotAvailable Side SensorBlocked
The system has detected a fault that requires service. Haveyour vehicle checked as soon as possible.Blind Spot Assist Systemfault
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The service is available 24 hours a day,seven days a week.
This program is separate from the NewVehicle Limited Warranty, but the coverageis concurrent with the powertrain coverageperiod of your vehicle. Canadian roadsidecoverage and benefits may differ from theU.S. coverage.
If you require more information, please callus in Canada at 1-800-665-2006, or visitour website at www.ford.ca.
SWITCHING THE HAZARD
FLASHERS ON AND OFF
The hazard flasher button is onthe instrument panel. Press thebutton to switch the hazardflashers on if your vehicle is creating asafety hazard for other road users.
When you switch the hazard flashers on,all front and rear direction indicators flash.
Note:The hazard flashers operate whenthe ignition is in any position, or if the key isnot in the ignition. The battery loses chargeand could have insufficient power to restartyour vehicle.
Press the button again to switch them off.
JUMP STARTING THE VEHICLE
JUMP STARTING PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Batteries normallyproduce explosive gases which cancause personal injury. Therefore, do notallow flames, sparks or lightedsubstances to come near the battery.When working near the battery, alwaysshield your face and protect your eyes.Always provide correct ventilation.
WARNING: Keep batteries out ofreach of children. Batteries containsulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin,eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes whenworking near the battery to protectagainst possible splashing of acidsolution. In case of acid contact with skinor eyes, flush immediately with water fora minimum of 15 minutes and get promptmedical attention. If acid is swallowed,call a physician immediately.
WARNING: Use only adequatelysized cables with insulated clamps.
WARNING: Make sure that thecables are clear of any moving parts andfuel delivery system parts.
WARNING: Connect batteries withonly the same nominal voltage.
WARNING: If the engine is runningwhile the hood is open, stay clear ofmoving engine components. Failure tofollow this warning could result in seriouspersonal injury or death.
Do not attempt to push-start an automatictransmission vehicle. This could causetransmission damage.
Do not disconnect the battery of thedisabled vehicle. This could damage yourvehicle's electrical system.
PREPARING THE VEHICLE
Use only a 12 volt supply to start yourvehicle.
Park the booster vehicle close to the hoodof the disabled vehicle, making sure thetwo vehicles do not touch.
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Your vehicle has limited engine powerwhen in the fail-safe mode, drive yourvehicle with caution. Your vehicle does notmaintain high-speed operation and theengine may operate poorly.
Remember that the engine is capable ofautomatically shutting down to preventengine damage. In this situation:
1.Pull off the road as soon as safelypossible and switch the engine off.
2.If you are a member of a roadsideassistance program, we recommendthat you contact your roadsideassistance service provider.
3.If this is not possible, wait for a shortperiod of time for the engine to cool.
4.Check the coolant level. If the coolantlevel is at or below the minimum mark,add prediluted coolant immediately.
5.When the engine temperature cools,you can re-start the engine. Have yourvehicle checked as soon as possible tominimize engine damage.
Note:Driving your vehicle without repairincreases the chance of engine damage.
FAIL-SAFE COOLING INDICATORS
If the engine begins to overheat,the coolant temperature gaugemoves toward the red zone.
A warning lamp illuminates anda message may appear in theinstrument cluster display.
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CHANGING A FLAT TIRE
If you get a flat tire when driving, do notapply the brake heavily. Instead, graduallydecrease your speed. Hold the steeringwheel firmly and slowly move to a safeplace on the side of the road.
Have a flat serviced by an authorizeddealer to prevent damage to the systemsensors. See Tire Pressure MonitoringSystem Precautions (page 502).Replacethe spare tire with a road tire as soon aspossible. During repairing or replacing theflat tire, have the authorized dealer inspectthe system sensor for damage.
Note:The use of tire sealant may damageyour tire pressure monitoring system andshould only be used in roadsideemergencies.
Note:The tire pressure monitoring systemindicator light illuminates when the sparetire is in use. To restore the full function ofthe monitoring system, all road wheelsequipped with tire pressure monitoringsensors must be mounted on this vehicle.
Dissimilar Spare Wheel and TireAssembly Information
WARNING: Failure to follow theseguidelines could result in an increasedrisk of loss of vehicle control, injury ordeath.
If you have a dissimilar spare wheel andtire, then it is intended for temporary useonly. This means that if you need to use it,you should replace it as soon as possiblewith a road wheel and tire assembly thatis the same size and type as the road tiresand wheels that were originally providedby Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheelis damaged, it should be replaced ratherthan repaired.
A dissimilar spare wheel and tire assemblyis defined as a spare wheel and tireassembly that is different in brand, size orappearance from the road tires andwheels.
Full-size dissimilar spare
When driving with the full-size dissimilarspare wheel and tire assembly, do not:
•Exceed 70 mph (113 km/h).
•Use more than one dissimilar sparewheel and tire assembly at a time.
•Use snow chains on the end of thevehicle with the dissimilar spare wheeland tire assembly.
•Engage any four-wheel drive mode.See Four-Wheel Drive Limitations(page 239).
When driving with the full-size dissimilarspare wheel and tire assembly, 4WDfunctionality may be limited. You mayexperience the following:
•Additional noise from the transfer caseor other drive components.
•Difficulty shifting out of a mechanicallylocked 4WD mode.
When driving with the full-size dissimilarspare wheel and tire assembly, it isrecommended that you do not:
•Engage 4WD High or 4WD Low, ifequipped, other than to get your vehicleunstuck. .
The usage of a full-size dissimilar sparewheel and tire assembly can lead toimpairment of the following:
•Handling, stability and brakingperformance.
•Comfort and noise.
•Ground clearance and parking at curbs.
•Winter weather driving capability.
•Wet weather driving capability.
•Four-wheel drive capability.
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Selective Catalytic Reduction SystemPrecautions.................................................226Selective Catalytic Reduction SystemRequirements.............................................228Selective Catalytic ReductionSystem..........................................................226Filling the Selective Catalytic ReductionSystem Tank...................................................228Selective Catalytic Reduction System –Troubleshooting............................................230Selective Catalytic Reduction System –Troubleshooting........................................230Selective Catalytic Reduction System –Information Messages.................................231Selective Catalytic Reduction System –Warning Lamps.............................................230Sending and Receiving a TextMessage........................................................572Sensitive Locking Mode...............................52How Does Sensitive Locking ModeWork.....................................................................52What is Sensitive Locking Mode.....................52Service Data......................................................27Setting a Destination..................................579Setting a Destination Using a Point ofInterest.............................................................580Setting a Destination Using a PredictiveDestination.....................................................580Setting a Destination Using a RecentDestination.....................................................580Setting a Destination Using a SavedDestination.....................................................580Setting a Destination Using the MapScreen..............................................................580Setting a Destination Using the Text EntryScreen...............................................................579Setting a Memory Preset..........................554Settings Data...................................................28Setting the Adaptive Cruise ControlGap................................................................300Setting the Adaptive Cruise ControlSpeed............................................................299Setting the Blower Motor Speed............153Setting the Clock and Date......................555Setting the Cruise Control Speed.........294Setting the Hill Descent Speed...............277Setting the Speed Limit.............................316
Setting the Speed Sign RecognitionSpeed Tolerance.......................................349Setting the Speed Sign RecognitionSpeed Warning..........................................349Setting the Temperature...........................153Setting the Trail Control Speed..............273Setting Up the Trailer Backup Assistancefor a Conventional Trailer......................386Applying the Trailer Reversing AidSticker...............................................................388Calibrating the System...................................389Configuring the Trailer.....................................386Trailer Sensor Installation..............................388Setting Up the Trailer Backup Assistancefor a Fifth-Wheel or GooseneckTrailer............................................................389Calibrating the System.....................................391Configuring the Trailer.....................................389Trailer Sensor Installation...............................391Setting Up Trailer Reverse Guidance fora Conventional Trailer.............................401Applying the Trailer Reverse AidSticker...............................................................403Calibrating the System...................................404Configuring the Trailer......................................401Trailer Sensor Installation..............................403Shifting Your Vehicle Into Gear...............235Signing Into Your Account........................567Sitting in the Correct Position...................161Smart Hitch Limitations............................382Smart Hitch...................................................382Snow Plowing Precautions......................418Snow Plowing................................................418Software Update Indicators....................583Software Update Settings.......................582Software UpdateSee: Software Update Settings...................582See: Vehicle Software Updates...................582Sounding the Panic Alarm..........................74Special Operating Conditions ScheduledMaintenance - Diesel..............................603Special Operating Conditions ScheduledMaintenance - Gasoline........................608Speed ControlSee: Cruise Control...........................................294Speed Limiter Audible Warnings............316Speed Limiter Indicators............................316Speed Limiter.................................................316
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