FORD BRONCO SPORT 2021 Owners Manual

STEERING
Electric Power Steering
WARNING: The electric power
steering system has diagnostic checks
that continuously monitor the system. If
a fault is detected, a message displays
in the information display. Stop your
vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
Switch the ignition off. After at least 10
seconds, switch the ignition on and
watch the information display for a
steering system warning message. If a
steering system warning message
returns, have the system checked as
soon as possible. WARNING:
If the system detects
an error, you may not feel a difference in
the steering, however a serious condition
may exist. Have your vehicle checked as
soon as possible. Failure to do so may
result in loss of steering control.
Your vehicle is equipped with an electric
power-assisted steering system. There is
no fluid reservoir to check or fill.
If your vehicle loses electrical power while
you are driving (or if the ignition is turned
off), you can steer the vehicle manually,
but it takes more effort. You must adapt
your speed and driving behavior to reduced
steering assist. Extreme continuous
steering may increase the effort it takes
for you to steer. This occurs to prevent
internal overheating and permanent
damage to your steering system. If this
should occur, you will neither lose the
ability to steer the vehicle manually nor
will it cause permanent damage. Typical
steering and driving maneuvers will allow
the system to cool down and steering
assist will return to normal. Steering Tips
If the steering wanders or pulls, check for:
•
An improperly inflated tire.
• Uneven tire wear.
• Loose or worn suspension
components.
• Loose or worn steering components.
• Improper vehicle alignment.
A high crown in the road or high crosswinds
may also make the steering seem to
wander or pull.
PRE-COLLISION ASSIST WARNING: You are responsible for
controlling your vehicle at all times. The
system is designed to be an aid and does
not relieve you of your responsibility to
drive with due care and attention. Failure
to follow this instruction could result in
the loss of control of your vehicle,
personal injury or death. WARNING:
The system does not
detect vehicles that are driving in a
different direction, cyclists or animals.
Apply the brakes when necessary. Failure
to follow this instruction could result in
the loss of control of your vehicle,
personal injury or death. WARNING:
The system does not
operate during hard acceleration or
steering. Failure to take care may lead
to a crash or personal injury.
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WARNING: The system may fail or
operate with reduced function during
cold and severe weather conditions.
Snow, ice, rain, spray and fog can
adversely affect the system. Keep the
front camera and radar free of snow and
ice. Failure to take care may result in the
loss of control of your vehicle, serious
personal injury or death. WARNING: Some situations and
objects prevent hazard detection. For
example low or direct sunlight, inclement
weather, unconventional vehicle types,
and pedestrians. Apply the brakes when
necessary. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in the loss of
control of your vehicle, personal injury or
death. WARNING:
The system cannot
help prevent all crashes. Do not rely on
this system to replace driver judgment
and the need to maintain a safe distance
and speed.
Using the Pre-Collision Assist
System
The system is active at speeds above
3 mph (5 km/h) and pedestrian detection
is active at speeds up to
50 mph
(80 km/h). If your vehicle is rapidly approaching
another stationary vehicle, a vehicle
traveling in the same direction as yours, or
a pedestrian within your driving path, the
system provides three levels of
functionality:
1. Alert.
2. Brake support. 3. Active braking.
Alert
: When active, a flashing visual
warning appears and an audible warning
tone sounds.
Brake support
: The system helps reduce
the impact speed by preparing the brakes
for rapid braking. Brake support does not
automatically apply the brakes. If you press
the brake pedal, the system could apply
additional braking up to maximum braking
force, even if you lightly press the brake
pedal.
Active braking
: It activates if the system
determines that a collision is about to
occur. The system may help the driver
reduce impact damage or completely
avoid the crash.
Note: Brake support and active braking are
active at speeds up to
75 mph (120 km/h).
If your vehicle is equipped with a radar
sensor, included with adaptive cruise
control, then brake support and active
braking are active up to the maximum speed
of your vehicle.
Note: If you perceive pre-collision assist
alerts as being too frequent or disturbing,
you can reduce the alert sensitivity, though
we recommend using the highest sensitivity
setting where possible. Setting lower
sensitivity would lead to fewer and later
system warnings.
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Note:
The system turns off when you
manually disable AdvanceTrac ™.
Distance Indication and Alert (If
Equipped)
This feature provides the driver with a
graphical indication of the time gap to
other preceding vehicles traveling in the
same direction. The information display
screen shows one of the images that
follow. Note:
Distance indication and alert
deactivates and the images do not display
when adaptive cruise control is active. Time Gap
Distance Gap
Images
Sensitivity
Speed
>0.9sec
>
82 ft (25 m)
Grey
Normal
62 mph
(100 km/h)
0.6sec — 0.9sec
56–82 ft
(17 –25 m)
Yellow
Normal
62 mph
(100 km/h)
<0.6sec
<
56 ft (17 m)
Red
Normal
62 mph
(100 km/h)
Evasive Steering Assist
(If Equipped)
If your vehicle is rapidly approaching a
stationary vehicle or a vehicle traveling in
the same direction as your vehicle, the
system helps you steer around the vehicle. The system only activates when all of the
following occur:
•
The pre-collision assist system detects
a vehicle ahead and starts to apply
active braking.
• You turn the steering wheel in an
attempt to steer around the vehicle.
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After you turn the steering wheel, the
system applies additional steering torque
to help you steer around the vehicle. After
you pass the vehicle, the system applies
steering torque in the opposite direction to
encourage you to steer back into the lane.
The system deactivates after you fully pass
the vehicle.
Note:
The system does not automatically
steer around a vehicle. If you do not turn the
steering wheel, the system does not
activate.
Note: The system does not activate if the
distance to the vehicle ahead is too small
and a crash cannot be avoided.
Adjusting the Pre-Collision Assist
Settings
Depending on your vehicle options, the
pre-collision assist settings may be in the
following:
• Information display. See General
Information (page 99).
• Touchscreen. See Settings (page 378).
You can adjust the following settings:
• Change alert and distance alert
sensitivity to one of three possible
settings.
• Switch distance indication and alert on
or off.
• If required, switch active braking on or
off.
• If required, switch evasive steering
assist on or off.
Note: Active braking and evasive steering
assist turn on every time you switch the
ignition on. Note:
If you switch active braking off,
evasive steering assist turns off.
Blocked Sensors Camera.
1
Radar sensor (if equipped).
2
If a message regarding a blocked sensor
or camera appears in the information
display, the radar signals or camera images
are obstructed. If your vehicle is equipped
with a radar sensor, it is behind the fascia
cover in the center of the lower grille. With
a blocked sensor or camera, the
pre-collision assist system may not
operate or performance may reduce. The
following table lists possible causes and
actions for when this message displays.
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Camera Troubleshooting
Action
Cause
Clean the outside of the windshield in frontof the camera.
The windshield in front of the camera is
dirty or obstructed in some way.
Wait a short time. It could take several
minutes for the camera to detect that there is no obstruction.
The windshield in front of the camera is
clean but the message remains in the display screen.
Radar Troubleshooting (If Equipped) Action
Cause
Clean the grille surface in front of the radaror remove the object causing the obstruc- tion.
The surface of the radar in the grille is dirty
or obstructed in some way.
Wait a short time. It could take several
minutes for the radar to detect that there is no obstruction.
The surface of the radar in the grille is clean
but the message remains in the display screen.
The pre-collision assist system is tempor-arily disabled. Pre-collision assist reactiv-
ates a short time after the weather condi- tions improve.
Heavy rain, spray, snow or fog is interfering
with the radar signals.
The pre-collision assist system is tempor-arily disabled. Pre-collision assist reactiv-
ates a short time after the weather condi- tions improve.
Swirling water, snow or ice on the surface
of the road may interfere with the radar signals.
Have the radar checked for proper coverageand operation.
Radar is out of alignment due to a front-
end impact.
Note: Proper system operation requires a
clear view of the road by the camera. Have
any windshield damage in the area of the
camera's field of view repaired.
Note: If something hits the front end of your
vehicle or damage occurs and your vehicle
is equipped with a radar sensor, the radar
sensing zone may change. This could cause
missed or false detections. Have the radar
checked for proper coverage and operation.
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WHAT IS DRIVE MODE
CONTROL
Drive mode control delivers a driving
experience through a suite of sophisticated
electronic vehicle systems. These systems
optimize steering, handling and powertrain
response in the selected mode. The drive
mode control provides a single location to
control performance settings for multiple
systems.
Note:
Drive modes are selected by using
the Goes Over Any-type of Terrain G.O.A.T.
MODES controller.
Changing the drive mode changes the
functionality of the following:
• Electric power-assisted steering
adjusts steering effort and feel based
on the mode you select. See Steering
(page
218).
• Electronic stability control and traction
control assist your vehicle control in
adverse conditions or high performance
driving. See
Stability Control (page
182).
• Electronic throttle control enhances
the powertrain response to your driving
inputs.
• Engine sounds change based on each
mode.
• Transmission controls become
optimized with shift schedules tuned
to each mode.
• Four-wheel drive settings are optimized
and tuned to each mode.
The system tailors your vehicle
configuration for each mode you select.
Note: Not all settings may be available.
Note: The system has diagnostic checks
that continuously monitor the system for
proper operation. If a mode is unavailable
due to a system fault, the mode defaults to
Normal. SELECTING A DRIVE MODE -
1.5L ECOBOOST™
To select a drive mode, use the console
mounted
G.O.A.T. MODES controller.
Note: Drive mode changes may not be
available when the ignition is off.
Note: Selected drive mode displays in the
information display. See
Information
Messages (page 104).
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SELECTING A DRIVE MODE -
2.0L ECOBOOST™
To select a drive mode, use the console
mounted G.O.A.T. MODES controller.
Note: Drive mode changes may not be
available when the ignition is off.
Note: Button icon shown may vary from
your vehicle.
Note: Selected drive mode displays in the
information display. See
Information
Messages (page 104).
DRIVE MODES
Eco For efficient driving. This mode
helps deliver maximum fuel
efficiency and helps to increase
driving range. Mud/Ruts
(If Equipped) For off-road driving. This mode
enhances vehicle performance
to traverse muddy, rutted or
uneven terrains. Lower gears hold longer
in mud/ruts mode to maintain momentum
in soft conditions. Mud/ruts mode engages
the four-wheel drive lock which you can
switch off using the drive mode controller.
Mud/ruts mode optimizes braking for
off-road conditions, allowing quick path
corrections and minimized stopping
distance when on deformable surfaces.
The engine sound enhances when in
mud/ruts mode.
The rear differential lock feature is
available in mud/ruts mode. When enabled
it is engaged below
30 mph (48 km/h).
Note: The front camera system switches
on when you are in mud/ruts mode and your
speed is less than 15 mph (24 km/h). If you
exceed 15 mph (24 km/h), the camera shuts
off until your vehicle speed is below 12 mph
(20 km/h)
. You can switch the camera off
using the button on the audio unit.
Note: This mode may help get your vehicle
unstuck from deep snow or sand.
Note: Using mud/ruts mode on dry, hard
surfaces could produce some vibration,
driveline bind up, and potential excessive
tire and vehicle wear.
Normal For everyday driving. This mode
is a balance of excitement,
comfort and convenience. This
is the default mode after each ignition
cycle.
The rear differential lock feature is
available in normal mode. When enabled
it is engaged below
15 mph (24 km/h).
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Rock Crawl (If Equipped)
For off-road driving. For
optimum rock-climbing ability.
Rock crawl mode engages the
four-wheel drive lock. Rock crawl mode
optimizes the vehicle systems to provide
maximum traction and slow speed
performance. Lower gears hold longer in
rock crawl mode to minimize shifting when
traversing rocks and obstacles. The
accelerator pedal dampens to improve
throttle control and minimize speed
change over rough terrain. The steering
optimizes for less effort with reduced
kick-back. Rock crawl mode optimizes
braking for off-road conditions, allowing
quick path corrections and minimized
stopping distance when on deformable
surfaces. The engine sound enhances
when in rock crawl mode.
The rear differential lock feature enables
in rock crawl mode. When enabled it is
engaged below
30 mph (48 km/h). You
can disable the feature using the drive
mode controller.
Note: The front camera system switches
on when you are in rock crawl mode and
your speed is less than
15 mph (24 km/h).
If you exceed 15 mph (24 km/h), the camera
shuts off until your vehicle speed is below
12 mph (20 km/h)
. You can switch the
camera off using the button on the audio
unit.
Note: This mode may help get your vehicle
unstuck from deep snow or sand.
Note: Do not use this mode on dry, hard
pavement. This could produce some
vibration, driveline bind up, and potential
excessive tire and vehicle wear depending
on the four-wheel drive mode selection. Sand For more spirited off-road
driving. Sand mode is for
off-road driving on soft, dry sand
or deep conditions. Lower gears hold
longer in sand mode to maintain
momentum in soft conditions. Sand mode
engages the four-wheel drive lock, which
you can switch off using the drive mode
controller. Sand mode optimizes braking
for off-road conditions, allowing quick path
corrections and minimized stopping
distance when on deformable surfaces.
The engine sound enhances when in sand
mode.
The rear differential lock feature is
available in sand mode. When enabled it
is engaged below
30 mph (48 km/h).
Note: The front camera system switches
on when you are in sand mode and your
speed is less than 15 mph (24 km/h). If you
exceed 15 mph (24 km/h), the camera shuts
off until your vehicle speed is below 12 mph
(20 km/h)
. You can switch the camera off
using the button on the audio unit.
Note: Using sand mode on dry, hard
surfaces could produce some vibration,
driveline bind up, potential excessive tire
wear and vehicle wear.
Note: Do not use on firm, slippery surfaces,
such as paved roads covered with snow or
ice or driving on packed snow. For slippery,
firm surfaces use slippery mode.
Slippery For less than ideal road
conditions such as snow or ice
covered roads. You can use this
mode for crossing terrain where loose, wet
or slippery materials covers a firm surface.
Slippery mode lowers throttle response
and optimizes shifting for slippery surfaces.
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The rear differential lock feature is
available in slippery mode. When enabled
it is engaged below 15 mph (24 km/h).
Note: Do not use this mode when driving
on dry pavement. This could cause driveline
bind up and damage the system depending
on the four-wheel drive mode selection.
See
Four-Wheel Drive (page 172).
Sport For sporty driving with improved
performance handling and
response. This mode increases
accelerator pedal response and provides
a sportier steering feel. The powertrain
system holds onto lower gears longer,
helping your vehicle accelerate faster. The
steering optimizes for higher effort with
more kick-back. The engine sound
enhances when in sport mode.
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ROOF RACKS AND LOAD
CARRIERS
WARNING: When loading the roof
racks, we recommend you evenly
distribute the load, as well as maintain
a low center of gravity. Loaded vehicles,
with higher centers of gravity, may
handle differently than unloaded
vehicles. Take extra precautions, such
as slower speeds and increased stopping
distance, when driving a heavily loaded
vehicle. For correct roof rack system operation,
directly place loads on crossbars affixed
to the roof rack side rails. When using the
roof rack system, we recommend you use
our genuine accessory crossbars designed
specifically for your vehicle.
Make sure that you securely fasten the
load. Check the tightness of the load
before driving and at each fuel stop.
Note:
Do not place loads directly on the
roof panel. The roof panel is not designed
to directly carry a load.
Maximum Roof Load Amounts
Note: The maximum roof load is based on
the load being evenly distributed on the
crossbars. Maximum Roof Load
Weight on Crossbar (Total)
100 lb (45 kg)
Vehicles with Panoramic Roof
150 lb (68 kg)
Vehicles without Panoramic Roof
LOAD LIMIT
Vehicle Loading - with and
without a Trailer
This section guides you in the
proper loading of your vehicle,
trailer, or both. Keep your loaded
vehicle weight within its design
rating capability, with or without
a trailer. Properly loading your
vehicle provides maximum return
of vehicle design performance.
Before you load your vehicle,
become familiar with the following terms for determining
your vehicle
’s weight rating, with
or without a trailer, from the
vehicle ’s Tire and Loading
Information label or Safety
Compliance Certification label.
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