traction control FORD ESCAPE 2022 Owners Manual

Using Auto Hold ..........................................224
Auto Hold Indicators ..................................224
Traction Control
How Does Traction Control Work .........225
Switching Traction Control On and Off........................................................................\
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Traction Control Indicator ........................225
Traction Control – Troubleshooting .....225
Stability Control
How Does Stability Control Work .........227
Switching Stability Control On and Off ........................................................................\
228
Stability Control Indicator .......................228
Stability Control – Troubleshooting .....228
Steering
Electric Power Steering ............................229
Steering – Troubleshooting ....................229
Parking Aids
Parking Aid Precautions ...........................230
Rear Parking Aid ..........................................230
Front Parking Aid ..........................................231
Side Parking Aid - Vehicles With: Active Park Assist .................................................232
Parking Aid Indicators ...............................233
Parking Aids – Troubleshooting ............234
Rear View Camera
What Is the Rear View Camera .............235
Rear View Camera Precautions ............235
Locating the Rear View Camera ...........235
Rear View Camera Guide Lines .............235
Rear View Camera Object Distance Indicators ...................................................236
Rear View Camera Settings ....................236
Active Park Assist
What Is Active Park Assist .......................238
How Does Active Park Assist Work ......238
Active Park Assist Precautions ..............238
Switching Active Park Assist On and Off ........................................................................\
238
Entering a Parallel Parking Space ........238
Entering a Perpendicular Parking Space ........................................................................\
239
Exiting a Parking Space ............................239
Active Park Assist – Troubleshooting ........................................................................\
240
Cruise Control
What Is Cruise Control ..............................242
Switching Cruise Control On and Off........................................................................\
242
Setting the Cruise Control Speed .........242
Canceling the Set Speed .........................243
Resuming the Set Speed .........................243
Cruise Control Indicators .........................243
Adaptive Cruise Control
How Does Adaptive Cruise Control With Stop and Go Work ..................................244
Adaptive Cruise Control Precautions ........................................................................\
244
Adaptive Cruise Control Limitations ........................................................................\
245
Switching Adaptive Cruise Control On and Off ........................................................247
Adaptive Cruise Control Automatic Cancellation ..............................................247
Setting the Adaptive Cruise Control Speed ..........................................................247
Setting the Adaptive Cruise Control Gap ........................................................................\
248
Canceling the Set Speed .........................249
Resuming the Set Speed .........................249
Overriding the Set Speed ........................249
Adaptive Cruise Control Indicators ......250
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Table of Contents

Emergency Assistance
If you set emergency assistance to always
on, you cannot switch it off with a MyKey.
Do Not Disturb
If you set do not disturb to always on, you
cannot switch it off with a MyKey.
Note:If a phone is connected using Apple
CarPlay or Android Auto while driving with
a MyKey, the driver can receive phone calls
and text messages even if the do not disturb
restriction is on, and if the vehicle comes
with satellite radio, there is no restriction on
the adult content.
Traction and Stability Control
If you set traction control or stability
control to always on, you cannot switch it
off with a MyKey.
CREATING A MYKEY -
VEHICLES WITH: PUSH
BUTTON START
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1. Remove the mat covering the backup
location.
2. Remove the key blade from the transmitter.
3. Place the passive key in the position shown, with the buttons facing upward. 4. Switch the ignition on.
5. Using your touchscreen, press
Menu.
6. Press Settings.
7. Press Vehicle.
8. Press MyKey.
9. Press Create MyKey.
10. Press Ye s if you want to create the
key as MyKey. A confirmation
message will appear on the screen.
11. Switch the ignition off.
Note: We recommend that you label this
key.
CREATING A MYKEY -
VEHICLES WITH: FLIP KEY
1. Switch the ignition on using an admin key.
2. Using your touchscreen select Menu.
3. Select Settings.
4. Select the Vehicle.
5. Select MyKey.
6. Select Create MyKey .
7. Press and hold the OK button until a confirmation message appears in the
information display.
8. Switch the ignition off.
Note: We recommend that you label this
key.
PROGRAMMING A MYKEY
You can program any remote control to
become a restricted MyKey, but you must
leave one unmodified as an admin key.
1. Switch the ignition on using an admin key.
2. Press Settings on the touchscreen.
3. Press Vehicle Settings .
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MyKey™

Auto Hold
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See Auto Hold (page 224).
Auto-Start-Stop
See Auto-Start-Stop (page
184).
Blind Spot Monitor
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See Blind Spot Information
System (page 268).
Cruise Control
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See Cruise Control (page 242).
EV Charge
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See Plug-In Hybrid Electric
Vehicle Drive Modes (page
259).
EV Later
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See Plug-In Hybrid Electric
Vehicle Drive Modes (page
259).
EV Now
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See Plug-In Hybrid Electric
Vehicle Drive Modes (page
259).
Front Airbag
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See Airbags (page 47).
Front Fog Lamps
See Switching the Front Fog
Lamps On and Off (page 99).
High Beam
See Using the High Beam
Headlamps (page 97).
Lamps On
See Exterior Lighting Control
(page 97).
Ready to Drive
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See Hybrid Electric Vehicle
Information (page 179).
Stability Control
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See Stability Control (page
227). See Traction Control
(page 225).
Turn Signal
See Switching the Turn Signal
Lamps On and Off (page 99).
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Instrument Cluster

HOW DOES TRACTION
CONTROL WORK
If your vehicle begins to slide, the system
applies the brakes to individual wheels
and, when needed, reduces power at the
same time. If the wheels spin when
accelerating on slippery or loose surfaces,
the system reduces power in order to
increase traction.
SWITCHING TRACTION
CONTROL ON AND OFF
WARNING: The stability and
traction control light illuminates steadily
if the system detects a failure. Make sure
you did not manually disable the traction
control system using the information
display controls or the switch. If the
stability control and traction control light
is still illuminating steadily, have the
system serviced by an authorized dealer
immediately. Operating your vehicle with
the traction control disabled could lead
to an increased risk of loss of vehicle
control, vehicle rollover, personal injury
and death.
The traction control system turns on each
time you switch the power on.
If your vehicle is stuck in mud or snow,
switching traction control off may be
beneficial as this allows the wheels to spin. Note:
When you switch traction control off,
stability control remains fully active.
Your vehicle could have MyKey restrictions
regarding this feature. See What Is
MyKey (page 64).
TRACTION CONTROL
INDICATOR
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TRACTION CONTROL –
TROUBLESHOOTING
TRACTION CONTROL – WARNING
LAMPS
System Messages
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The traction control light
temporarily illuminates on
start-up and flashes when
activated by a driving condition.
The traction control off light temporarily
illuminates on start-up and stays on:
• When you switch the traction control system off.
• When you select an alternative stability control mode.
• If a problem occurs in the system.
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Traction Control

TRACTION CONTROL – INFORMATION MESSAGES
AdvanceTrac™ and Traction Control
Action
Message
The system detects a condition that requires service. Contact
an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Service AdvanceTrac
The status of the AdvanceTrac system after you switched it off.
AdvanceTrac Off
The status of the AdvanceTrac system after you switched it on.
AdvanceTrac On
The status of the AdvanceTrac sport mode after you switched it on.
AdvanceTrac SPORT
MODE
The status of the traction control system after you switched it off.
Traction Control Off
The status of the traction control system after you switched it on.
Traction Control On
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Traction Control

HOW DOES STABILITY
CONTROL WORK
WARNING: Vehicle modifications
involving braking system, aftermarket
roof racks, suspension, steering system,
tire construction and wheel and tire size
may change the handling characteristics
of your vehicle and may adversely affect
the performance of the electronic
stability control system. In addition,
installing any stereo loudspeakers may
interfere with and adversely affect the
electronic stability control system. Install
any aftermarket stereo loudspeaker as
far as possible from the front center
console, the tunnel, and the front seats
in order to minimize the risk of interfering
with the electronic stability control
sensors. Reducing the effectiveness of
the electronic stability control system
could lead to an increased risk of loss of
vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal
injury and death.
WARNING: Remember that even
advanced technology cannot defy the
laws of physics. It's always possible to
lose control of a vehicle due to
inappropriate driver input for the
conditions. Aggressive driving on any
road condition can cause you to lose
control of your vehicle increasing the risk
of personal injury or property damage.
Activation of the electronic stability
control system is an indication that at
least some of the tires have exceeded
their ability to grip the road; this could
reduce the operator's ability to control
the vehicle potentially resulting in a loss
of vehicle control, vehicle rollover,
personal injury and death. If your
electronic stability control system
activates, SLOW DOWN. If a driving condition activates either the
stability control or the traction control
system you may experience the following
conditions:
• The stability and traction control light
flashes.
• Your vehicle slows down.
• Reduced engine power.
The stability control system has several
features built into it to help you maintain
control of your vehicle:
Electronic Stability Control
Electronic stability control enhances your
vehicle’s ability to prevent skids or lateral
slides by applying brakes to one or more
of the wheels individually and, if necessary,
reducing engine power.
Roll Stability Control
Roll stability control enhances your
vehicle’s ability to prevent rollovers by
detecting your vehicle’s roll motion and
the rate at which it changes by applying
the brakes to one or more wheels
individually.
Curve Control
Curve control enhances your vehicle’s
ability to follow the road when cornering
severely or avoiding objects in the roadway.
Curve control operates by reducing engine
power and, if necessary, applying brakes
to one or more of the wheels individually.
Traction Control
Traction control enhances your vehicle’s
ability to maintain traction of the wheels
by detecting and controlling wheel spin.
See How Does Traction Control Work
(page 225).
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Stability Control

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Vehicle without stability control
skidding off its intended route.
A
Vehicle with stability control
maintaining control on a slippery
surface.
B
SWITCHING STABILITY
CONTROL ON AND OFF
The system turns on each time you switch
the ignition on.
When you shift the transmission into
reverse (R), the systems are disabled.
You can switch the traction control system
off or on independently. See Switching
Traction Control On and Off
(page 225).
STABILITY CONTROL
INDICATOR
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The system turns on each time
you switch the ignition on. You
can switch off the traction
control portion of the system
independently. See How Does Traction
Control Work (page 225).
STABILITY CONTROL –
TROUBLESHOOTING
STABILITY CONTROL – WARNING
LAMPS
Stability Control
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It flashes when the system is
active. If it remains illuminated
or does not illuminate when you
switch the ignition on, this indicates a
system error. During a system error the
system switches off. Have the system
checked by an authorized dealer
immediately.
Stability Control Off
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Illuminates when you switch the
system off. It goes out when you
switch the system back on or
when you switch the ignition off.
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Stability Control

If your vehicle is in any forward gear, the
front parking aid provides audible warnings
and visual indication when your vehicle is
moving at a speed of 5 mph (8 km/h) or
below and the system detects an object
within the detection zone. Once your
vehicle reaches a stop, the visual indication
and audio warning stops after a few
seconds.
If your vehicle is in neutral (N), the front
and rear sensors provide visual indication
only when your vehicle is moving below a
speed of 5 mph (8 km/h) and obstacles
are detected inside the detection areas.
Once your vehicle stops, the visual
indication and audio warning stops after
a few seconds.
LOCATING THE FRONT PARKING
AID SENSORS
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The front parking aid sensors are in the
front bumper.
FRONT PARKING AID AUDIBLE
WARNINGS
A warning tone sounds when there is an
object within 28 in (70 cm) from the front
bumper. As your vehicle moves closer to
an object, the rate of the tone increases.The warning tone continuously sounds
when an object is 12 in (30 cm) or less from
the front bumper.
Note:
If the detected object is 12 in (30 cm)
or less from your vehicle, visual indication
remains on.
SIDE PARKING AID - VEHICLES
WITH: ACTIVE PARK ASSIST
WHAT IS THE SIDE PARKING AID
The front and rear outermost parking aid
sensors map objects that are near to the
sides of your vehicle.
SIDE PARKING AID LIMITATIONS
The sensor coverage is up to 24 in (60 cm)
from the sides of your vehicle.
The side parking aid may not function if:
• Your vehicle remains stationary for over two minutes.
• The anti-lock brake system activates.
• The traction control system activates.
• Your vehicle is in park (P).
• The steering wheel angle information is not available. You must drive at least
492 ft (150 m) above 19 mph
(30 km/h) to reset the steering wheel
angle information.
Note: If you switch traction control off, the
side sensing system also turns off.
To reinitialize the system, drive the length
of your vehicle.
The side parking aid does not detect an
object that is moving toward the side of
your vehicle, for example another vehicle
moving at a low speed, if it does not pass
a front or rear parking aid sensor.
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Parking Aids

WHAT IS ACTIVE PARK
ASSIST
Assists you with parking in and out of
parking spaces.
HOW DOES ACTIVE PARK
ASSIST WORK
Active park assist uses sensors to detect
parking spaces. Active park assist controls
steering, acceleration, braking and shifting
as required to maneuver into or out of a
parking space when activate.
ACTIVE PARK ASSIST
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: You must remain in
your vehicle when the system turns on.
At all times, you are responsible for
controlling your vehicle, supervising the
system and intervening, if required.
Failure to take care may result in the loss
of control of your vehicle, serious
personal injury or death.
WARNING: The sensors may not
detect objects in heavy rain or other
conditions that cause interference.
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: Do not use the system
with accessories that extend beyond the
front or rear of your vehicle, for example
a trailer hitch or bike rack. The system is
not able to make corrections for the
additional length of the accessories.
SWITCHING ACTIVE PARK
ASSIST ON AND OFF
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Press the active park assist
button to bring up full screen
notifications.
Press the soft keys on the touchscreen to
switch between parallel park in,
perpendicular park in or parallel park out
parking modes.
Cancelling Active Park Assist
To cancel parking assistance at any time:
• Press the active park assist button during operation.
• Grab the steering wheel during operation.
• Drive above 22 mph (35 km/h) for a short period of time when searching for
a parking space.
• Drive above 6 mph (9 km/h) during operation.
• Switch traction control off.
ENTERING A PARALLEL
PARKING SPACE
1. Press the parking aid button.
Note: The system detects other vehicles
and curbs to find a parking space.
2. Press the active park assist icon on the touchscreen.
3. Select parallel parking.
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Active Park Assist (If Equipped)

5. Release the steering wheel and shiftinto neutral (N).
6. Release the parking brake.
7. Press and hold the active park assist button.
8. Release the brake pedal to allow your vehicle to move.
Note: After active park assist drives your
vehicle to a position where you can exit the
parking space in a forward movement, a
message appears instructing you to take full
control of your vehicle.
9. Take control of your vehicle.
Note: You can slow down your vehicle at
any time by pressing the brake pedal.
ACTIVE PARK ASSIST –
TROUBLESHOOTING
ACTIVE PARK ASSIST –
INFORMATION MESSAGES
Action
Message
The system
requires service.
Have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible.
Active Park Fault
ACTIVE PARK ASSIST –
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why does active park assist not
operate correctly?
The system is unable to detect a
vehicle, curb or object to park next to
or in between. The system needs
boundary objects to operate correctly.
Why does active park assist not search
for a parking space? You have switched traction control off. Why does active park assist not search
for a parking space?
The transmission is in reverse (R). Your
vehicle must be moving forward to be
able to detect a parking space.
Why does active park assist not offer
a parking space? The sensors could be blocked. For
example, snow, ice or large
accumulations of dirt. Blocked sensors
can affect how the system functions.
Why does active park assist not offer
a parking space? The sensors in the front or rear bumper
could be damaged.
Why does active park assist not offer
a parking space? There is not enough room in the
parking space for your vehicle to safely
park.
Why does active park assist not offer
a parking space? There is not enough space for the
parking maneuver on the opposite side
of the parking space.
Why does active park assist not offer
a parking space? The parking space is more than 5 ft
(1.5 m) or less than 2 ft (0.5 m) away
from your vehicle.
Why does active park assist not offer
a parking space? Your vehicle's speed is greater than
22 mph (35 km/h) for parallel parking
or greater than 19 mph (30 km/h) for
perpendicular parking.
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Active Park Assist (If Equipped)