automatic transmission FORD FOCUS RS 2018 Owners Manual
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Launch Control
The system configures the chassis andpowertrain systems to deliver the fastest
possible acceleration when launching froma standing start.
Note: When you switch the feature on, itis only active once. You must switch thefeature on each time it is required.
To switch the feature on, do the following:
Note:Your vehicle must be completely stationary.
ActionStep
Fully press the clutch pedal and shift the gearshift lever to first gear.1
Access the following menus using the information display control.2
Expand the menu and then scroll to the followingmenu item.Settings3
Expand the menu and then scroll to the followingmenu item.Driver Assist4
Check the box to switch the feature on.Launch Control5
Fully press the accelerator pedal. Engine speed automatically limits to 5000RPM.6
Quickly release the clutch pedal when ready to launch.7
Note: Only use launch control when the front wheels are in the straight ahead position.Make sure there are no objects in front of your vehicle.
The system does not operate in any of thefollowing conditions:
•The transmission is in reverse (R).
•The engine has not reached normaloperating temperature.
INFORMATION MESSAGES
Message Indicator
The message indicatorilluminates to supplement somemessages.
The indicator is red or amber dependingon the severity of the condition and itremains on until the condition is resolved.
A system-specific symbol with a messageindicator may supplement somemessages.
82018 Focus RS (CEW) RS, Canada/United States of America, JM5J 19A285 LAA enUSA, Edition date: 201706, First PrintingInformation Displays