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Each time you start the vehicle, the systemwill select the last chosen gap for thecurrent driver.
Disengaging the System
Press the brake pedal or press CNCL. Thelast set speed will appear in grey.
Overriding the System
WARNING
If you override the system by pressingthe accelerator pedal, it does notautomatically apply the brakes tomaintain a gap from any vehicle ahead.
You can override the set speed and gapdistance by pressing the accelerator pedal.
When you override the system,the green indicator lightilluminates and the lead vehiclegraphic does not show in the informationdisplay.
The system will resume operation whenyou release the accelerator pedal. Thevehicle speed will decrease to the setspeed, or a lower speed if following aslower vehicle.
Changing the Set Speed
•Press and release SET+ or SET-. Whenyou select km/h as the displaymeasurement in the informationdisplay, the set speed changes inapproximately 1 km/h increments.When you select mph as the displaymeasurement in the informationdisplay, the set speed changes inapproximately 1 mph increments.
•Press and hold SET+ or SET-. The setspeed changes in approximately 5 mph(10 km/h) increments.
The system may apply the brakes to slowthe vehicle to the new set speed. The setspeed displays continuously in theinformation display when the system isactive.
Note: If you accelerate by pressing theaccelerator pedal, the set speed will notchange. When you release the acceleratorpedal, your vehicle returns to the speed thatyou previously set.
Resuming the Set Speed
Note:Only use resume if you are aware ofthe set speed and intend to return to it.
Press and release RES. The vehicle willreturn to the previously set speed. The setspeed will display continuously in theinformation display while the system isactive.
Automatic Cancellation
The system is not functional at vehiclespeeds below 12 mph (20 km/h). Anaudible alarm will sound and theautomatic braking releases if the vehicledrops below this speed.
Hilly Condition Usage
Note:An audible alarm will sound and thesystem will shut down if it is applying brakesfor an extended period of time. This allowsthe brakes to cool down. The system willfunction normally again when the brakeshave cooled down.
You should select a lower gear positionwhen the system is active in situationssuch as prolonged downhill driving onsteep grades, for example in mountainousareas. The system needs additional enginebraking in these situations to reduce theload on the vehicle’s regular brake systemto prevent them from overheating.
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For maximum vehicle performance, keepthe following information in mind whenadding accessories or equipment to yourvehicle:
•When adding accessories, equipment,passengers and luggage to yourvehicle, do not exceed the total weightcapacity of the vehicle or of the frontor rear axle (GVWR or GAWR asindicated on the Safety ComplianceCertification label). Ask an authorizeddealer for specific weight information.
•The Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) and CanadianRadio TelecommunicationsCommission (CRTC) regulate the useof mobile communications systemsthat are equipped with radiotransmitters, for example, two-wayradios, telephones and theft alarms.Any such equipment installed in yourvehicle should comply with FederalCommunications Commission (FCC)and Canadian RadioTelecommunications Commission(CRTC) regulations and should beinstalled only by an authorized dealer.
•An authorized dealer needs to installmobile communications systems.Improper installation may harm theoperation of your vehicle, particularlyif the manufacturer did not design themobile communication systemspecifically for automotive use.
•If you or an authorized Ford dealer addany non-Ford electrical or electronicaccessories or components to yourvehicle, you may adversely affectbattery performance and durability. Inaddition, you may also adversely affectthe performance of other electricalsystems in the vehicle.
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A/CSee: Climate Control.........................................109About This Manual...........................................7ABSSee: Brakes...........................................................164ABS driving hintsSee: Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes................................................................164Accessories....................................................443Exterior Style.......................................................443Interior Style........................................................443Lifestyle.................................................................443Peace of Mind.....................................................443AccessoriesSee: Replacement PartsRecommendation............................................12ACCSee: Using Adaptive Cruise Control.............179Active Park Assist...........................................171Automatic Steering into ParkingSpace..................................................................173Deactivating the Park Assist Feature..........173Troubleshooting the System..........................174Using Active Park Assist...................................172Adjusting the Headlamps.........................255Horizontal Aim Adjustment...........................256Vertical Aim Adjustment.................................255Adjusting the Pedals....................................69Adjusting the Steering Wheel - VehiclesWith: Manual Adjustable SteeringColumn...........................................................66Adjusting the Steering Wheel - VehiclesWith: Power Adjustable SteeringColumn...........................................................66Easy Entry and Exit Feature..............................67End of Travel Position.........................................67Memory Feature....................................................67Airbag Disposal...............................................45Air ConditioningSee: Climate Control.........................................109Air FilterSee: Changing the Engine Air Filter.............259AlarmSee: Anti-Theft Alarm........................................65All-Wheel Drive..............................................157
Anti-Theft Alarm............................................65Arming the Alarm.................................................65Disarming the Alarm...........................................65Appendices....................................................465Apps..................................................................415...................................................................................415SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link....................417At a Glance........................................................16Audible Warnings and Indicators.............88Headlamps On Warning Chime.....................88Key in Ignition Warning Chime........................88Keyless Warning Alert........................................88Parking Brake On Warning Chime.................88Audio Control...................................................67MEDIA.......................................................................67Seek, Next or Previous........................................67Audio Input Jack...........................................325Audio System.................................................315General Information..........................................315Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD....................................................................316Menu Structure...................................................318Audio Unit - Vehicles With: PremiumAM/FM/CD..................................................320Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Sony AM/FM/CD............................................................321Autolamps.........................................................73Windshield Wiper ActivatedHeadlamps.........................................................73Automatic Climate Control - VehiclesWith: Premium AM/FM/CD......................111Automatic Climate Control - VehiclesWith: Sony Audio System........................113Automatic Climate Control - VehiclesWithout: Touchscreen Display..............110Automatic High Beam Control..................75Activating the System.........................................75Manually Overriding the System....................76Automatic Transmission............................153Automatic Transmission AdaptiveLearning.............................................................155Brake-Shift Interlock.........................................154If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud orSnow...................................................................155SelectShift Automatic™Transmission...................................................153Understanding the Positions of YourAutomatic Transmission.............................153
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Hazard Warning Flashers...........................215Headlamp AdjustingSee: Adjusting the Headlamps.....................255Headlamp Exit Delay.....................................74Head Restraints.............................................119Adjusting the Head Restraint.........................120Tilting Head Restraints .....................................121Heated Seats..................................................127Rear Heated Seats..............................................127Heated Steering Wheel...............................68Heated Windows and Mirrors....................117Heated Exterior Mirror........................................117Heated Rear Window..........................................117HeatingSee: Climate Control.........................................109Hints on Controlling the InteriorClimate...........................................................115Cooling the Interior Quickly.............................116General Hints.........................................................115Heating the Interior Quickly.............................115Recommended Settings for Cooling............116Recommended Settings for Heating...........116Side Window Defogging in ColdWeather..............................................................117Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes............................................................164Home Screen.................................................381Hood LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood..........236
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Ignition Switch................................................137In California (U.S. Only)............................220Information Display Control......................68Information Displays....................................89General Information...........................................89Information Messages.................................98Adaptive Cruise Control....................................98AdvanceTrac™.....................................................99Alarm........................................................................99All Wheel Drive...................................................100Automatic Engine Shutdown..........................99Automatic High Beam Control.......................99Battery and Charging System.......................100Blind Spot Information and Cross TrafficAlert System.....................................................101Brake System........................................................101
Collision Warning System...............................102Doors and Locks.................................................102Driver Alert............................................................102Fuel..........................................................................102Keys and Intelligent Access............................103Lane Keeping System.......................................103Maintenance........................................................104MyKey.....................................................................104Park Aid..................................................................105Passenger Sensing System Message.........105Power Steering....................................................105Reminder Messages..........................................105Remote Start.......................................................106Seats.......................................................................106Starting System..................................................106Tire Pressure Monitoring System.................106Traction Control...................................................107Transmission........................................................107Installing Child Restraints............................19Child Seats...............................................................19Using Lap and Shoulder Belts.........................20Using Lower Anchors and Tethers forCHildren (LATCH)............................................22Using Tether Straps.............................................23Instrument Cluster........................................83Instrument Lighting Dimmer......................74Instrument Panel Overview........................16Interior Lamps.................................................76Front Row Map Lamps.......................................76Second Row Map Lamps...................................77Interior Luggage CompartmentRelease............................................................62Interior Mirror....................................................81Auto-Dimming Mirror...........................................81Introduction.........................................................7
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Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................216Connecting the Jumper Cables.....................216Jump Starting.......................................................217Preparing Your Vehicle......................................216Removing the Jumper Cables.........................217
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Oil Change Indicator Reset......................243Oil CheckSee: Engine Oil Check.......................................241Opening and Closing the Hood..............236Closing the Hood................................................237Opening the Hood.............................................236Ordering Additional Owner'sLiterature......................................................223Obtaining a French Owner’s Manual..........224Overhead Console........................................136
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Parking Aids....................................................170Principle of Operation.......................................170Parking Brake.................................................165Passive Anti-Theft System........................64SecuriLock®...........................................................64PATSSee: Passive Anti-Theft System.....................64Pedals................................................................69Perchlorate.........................................................11Personal Safety System™..........................37How Does the Personal Safety SystemWork?...................................................................37Phone..............................................................402During a Phone Call.........................................405Making Calls........................................................404Pairing Your Cell Phone for the FirstTime..................................................................402Phone Menu........................................................403Receiving Calls...................................................405Smartphone Connectivity.............................406Text Messaging..................................................406Post-Crash Alert System...........................218Power Door LocksSee: Locking and Unlocking..............................57Power Seats....................................................122Multi-Contour Front Seats With ActiveMotion ...............................................................124Power Lumbar.....................................................124Power Steering Fluid Check......................251Power Windows..............................................78Accessory Delay....................................................78Bounce-Back.........................................................78One-Touch Down.................................................78
One-Touch Up.......................................................78Window Lock.........................................................78Protecting the Environment........................15
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Rear Parking Aid............................................170Rear Seat Armrest........................................128Rear Seats.......................................................126Split-folding Rear Seat.....................................126Rear View Camera........................................175Using the Rear View Camera System..........175Rear View CameraSee: Rear View Camera....................................175Recommended Towing Weights............207Refueling..........................................................147System Warnings...............................................148Remote Control..............................................46Car Finder................................................................48Integrated Keyhead Transmitter....................46Intelligent Access Key.........................................47Memory Feature...................................................50Remote Start.........................................................49Replacing the Battery.........................................47Sounding the Panic Alarm................................49Remote Start..................................................118Automatic Settings.............................................118Repairing Minor Paint Damage..............264Replacement PartsRecommendation........................................12Collision Repairs....................................................12Scheduled Maintenance and MechanicalRepairs..................................................................12Warranty on Replacement Parts.....................12Replacing a Lost Key or RemoteControl............................................................50Reporting Safety Defects (CanadaOnly)..............................................................224Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.Only)..............................................................224Roadside Assistance...................................214Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting RoadsideAssistance........................................................214Vehicles Sold in Canada: RoadsideAssistance Program Coverage..................215Vehicles Sold in Canada: Using RoadsideAssistance........................................................215
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