Lincoln MKZ Hybrid (2019 year). Manual - part 13

Automatically Releasing the Electric
Parking Brake

Close the driver door.

Shift into gear.

Press the accelerator pedal and pull away in
a normal manner.

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The red warning lamp turns off.

If it remains illuminated or flashes, the electric
parking brake has not released. Manually
release the parking brake.

Releasing the Electric Parking Brake if
the Vehicle Battery is Running Out of
Charge

Connect a booster battery to the vehicle
battery to release the electric parking brake
if the vehicle battery is running out of charge.
See Jump Starting the Vehicle (page 264).

AUTO HOLD

WARNING: The system does not

replace the parking brake. When you leave
your vehicle, always apply the parking brake.

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 system will turn off if

a malfunction is apparent. Failure to take
care may result in the loss of control of your
vehicle, serious personal injury or death.

Auto Hold uses your vehicle's brakes to hold
your vehicle at a stop once your vehicle has
reached a standstill condition. For example,
Auto Hold can assist you while stopping at
traffic lights or while in traffic jams by holding
the brake pressure for you once you bring
your vehicle to a stop.

Switch Auto Hold off during vehicle or trailer
towing.

Note: In case of a malfunction in the system
while Auto Hold actively holds the vehicle
(for example, low power supply), a message
appears in the information display asking
you to press the brake pedal. If you see this
message, press the brake pedal
immediately.

Note: Auto Hold only activates if the system
recognizes it is applying enough brake
pressure. On a steep hill or incline, you may
need to make sure the brake pedal is
pressed sufficiently to activate the Auto Hold
system.

Note: In some cases, Auto Hold might hand
over to the parking brake. When the parking
brake automatically applies, the red brake
lamp appears. This is normal. When you
press the accelerator pedal, the drive away
release feature automatically releases the
parking brake.

Note: Auto Hold works on all road grades.

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Brakes

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Press the Auto Hold button to switch the
system on and off. The Auto Hold indicator
light illuminates in the Auto Hold button
when the system is on.

Note: You can only switch Auto Hold on if
you close the door and fasten your seatbelt.

Note: Auto Hold is last remembered after
ignition. Auto Hold also suppresses while in
Reverse (R).

When Auto Hold is off, your vehicle behaves
the same as a vehicle without Auto Hold.

There is an Auto Hold indicator lamp in the
instrument cluster that has two modes, active
and unavailable:

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The Auto Hold (ACTIVE) indicator
light illuminates in the information
display when the system holds

your vehicle stationary. When in active mode,
press the brake pedal and the Auto Hold
button to switch Auto Hold off.

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The Auto Hold (UNAVAILABLE)
indicator light illuminates in the
information display when the

system is on but unavailable to hold your
vehicle (for example, during Active Park
Assist, Stay in Neutral Mode, or when you
do not fasten your seatbelt or close the
door).

Note: Make sure you switch off Auto Hold
or use the Stay in Neutral mode before you
enter a car wash.  See Automatic
Transmission (page 191).

Using Auto Hold

1. Bring your vehicle to a stop by pressing

the brake pedal. After coming to a stop,
the green Auto Hold (ACTIVE) indicator
lamp illuminates in the information
display.

2. Release the brake pedal. The Auto Hold

(ACTIVE) indicator light remains
illuminated in the information display and
Auto Hold will hold your vehicle at a stop.

3. When you press the accelerator pedal,

Auto Hold releases the brakes and you
will be able to drive off. Once you drive
off, the green Auto Hold (ACTIVE)
indicator no longer illuminates in the
information display.

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Brakes

Note: The Stop/Start system (if equipped)
may stop the engine when you press the
brake pedal. If this occurs, it will restart once
you press the accelerator pedal. Auto Hold
still holds your vehicle at a standstill with the
engine off.

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Brakes

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

The traction control system helps avoid drive
wheel spin and loss of traction.

If your vehicle begins to slide, the system
applies the brakes to individual wheels and,
when needed, reduces engine power at the
same time. If the wheels spin when
accelerating on slippery or loose surfaces,
the system reduces engine power in order
to increase traction.

USING TRACTION CONTROL

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 system automatically turns on each time
you switch the ignition 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.

Switching the System Off

When you switch the system off or on, a
message appears in the information display
showing system status.

You can switch the system off by either using
the information display controls or the switch.

Using the Information Display Controls

You can switch this feature off or on in the
information display. See General Information
(page 110).

Using a Switch

 (If Equipped)

Use the traction control switch on the
instrument panel to switch the system off or
on.

System Indicator Lights and Messages

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The stability and traction control
light:

•

Temporarily illuminates on engine
start-up.

•

Flashes when a driving condition
activates either of the systems.

•

Illuminates if a problem occurs in either
of the systems.

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The stability and traction control
off light temporarily illuminates on
engine start-up and stays on when

you switch the traction control system off.

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Traction Control

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

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.

The system automatically turns on each time
you switch the ignition on.

If a fault occurs in either the stability control
or the traction control system, you may
experience the following conditions:

•

The stability and traction control light
illuminates steadily.

•

The stability control and traction control
systems do not enhance your vehicle's
ability to maintain traction of the wheels.

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.

•

A vibration in the brake pedal.

•

The brake pedal is stiffer than usual.

•

If the driving condition is severe and your
foot is not on the brake, the brake pedal
may move as the system applies higher
brake force.

The stability control system has several
features built into it to help you maintain
control of your vehicle:

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Stability Control

Electronic Stability Control

The system 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.

Traction Control

The system enhances your vehicle’s ability
to maintain traction of the wheels by
detecting and controlling wheel spin. See
Using Traction Control (page 202).

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A

A

A

B

B

B

B

Vehicle without stability control
skidding off its intended route.

A

Vehicle with stability control
maintaining control on a slippery
surface.

B

USING STABILITY CONTROL

The system automatically turns on each time
you switch the ignition on.

The electronic stability control portion of the
system disables when the transmission is in
reverse (R) or, on some models, if you press
and hold the stability control button for more
than five seconds when you apply the brakes
and the vehicle is at a stop.

You can switch the traction control system
off or on independently.

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Stability Control

Stability Control and Traction Control Features

Collision Warning

with Brake Support

Traction Control

System

Electronic Stability

Control

Stability Control Off

Light

Mode

Button Functions

Enabled

Enabled

Enabled

On during bulb check

Stability and traction
control fully enabled

Default at start-up

Enabled

Disabled

Enabled

On

Traction control off

Button pressed

momentarily

Disabled

Enabled with higher

threshold target

Enabled with higher

threshold target

On

Sport mode (if

equipped)

Button pressed twice

rapidly

Disabled

Disabled

Disabled

On

Stability and traction

control fully disabled

Button pressed and

held more than five

seconds

Enabled

Enabled

Enabled

Off

Stability and traction
control fully enabled

Button pressed again

after deactivation

Note: Stability control fully off can only occur
when you put the Active Suspension System
(CCD) in sport mode. If you are not in sport
mode or change from sport mode to another
mode, the stability control enables.

Note: Do not use Sport mode on public
roadways.

Your vehicle, if equipped with sport mode
allows you to reduce normal stability and
traction control system intervention and
provide a more spirited driving experience.
To enter sport mode, press the stability
control button twice rapidly. A message
appears in the information display that the
system is now in sport mode.

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Stability Control

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

WARNING: To help avoid personal

injury, always use caution when in reverse
(R) and when using the sensing system.

WARNING: The system may not detect

objects with surfaces that absorb reflection.
Always drive with due care and attention.
Failure to take care may result in a crash.

WARNING: Traffic control systems,

inclement weather, air brakes, external
motors and fans may affect the correct
operation of the sensing system.This may
cause reduced performance or false alerts.

WARNING: The system may not detect

small or moving objects, particularly those
close to the ground.

Note: If your vehicle is equipped with
MyKey™, the sensing system cannot be
turned off when a MyKey™ is present. See
Principle of Operation (page 62).

Note: Keep the sensors, located on the
bumper or fascia, free from snow, ice and
large accumulations of dirt. If the sensors
are covered, the system’s accuracy can be
affected. Do not clean the sensors with sharp
objects.

Note: If your vehicle sustains damage to the
bumper or fascia, leaving it misaligned or
bent, the sensing zone may be altered
causing inaccurate measurement of
obstacles or false alerts.

Note: Certain add-on devices installed
around the bumper or fascia may create
false alerts. For example, large trailer
hitches, bike or surfboard racks, license plate
brackets, bumper covers or any other device
that may block the normal detection zone
of the system. Remove the add-on device to
prevent false alerts.

Note: When a trailer is connected to your
vehicle, the rear parking aid may detect the
trailer and therefore provide an alert. Disable
the rear parking aid when a trailer is
connected to prevent the alert.

The sensing system warns the driver of
obstacles within a certain range of your
vehicle. The system turns on automatically
whenever you switch the ignition on.

The system can be switched off through the
information display menu or from the pop-up
message that appears once you shift the
transmission into reverse (R).  See General
Information (page 110).

If a fault is present in the system, a warning
message appears in the information display.
See Information Messages (page 121).

REAR PARKING AID

The rear sensors are only active when the
transmission is in reverse (R). As your vehicle
moves closer to the obstacle, the rate of the
audible warning increases. When the
obstacle is less than 12 in (30 cm) away, the
warning sounds continuously. If the system
detects a stationary or receding object
farther than 12 in (30 cm) from the corners of
the bumper, the tone sounds for only three
seconds. Once the system detects an object
approaching, the warning sounds again.

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Parking Aids

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Coverage area of up to 6 ft (1.8 m) from the
rear bumper. There may be decreased
coverage area at the outer corners of the
bumper.

The system detects certain objects while the
transmission is in reverse (R) :
•

Your vehicle is moving toward a
stationary object at a speed of 3 mph
(5 km/h) or less.

•

Your vehicle is not moving, but a moving
object is approaching the rear of your
vehicle at a speed of 3 mph (5 km/h) or
less.

•

Your vehicle is moving at a speed of less
than 3 mph (5 km/h) and a moving object
is approaching the rear of your vehicle
at a speed of less than 3 mph (5 km/h).

The system provides audio warnings only
when your vehicle is moving or when your
vehicle is stationary and the detected
obstacle is less than 12 in (30 cm) away from
the bumper.

Obstacle Distance Indicator

 (If Equipped)

The system provides obstacle distance
indication through the information display.
The distance indicator displays when the
transmission is in reverse (R).

The indicator displays:
•

As the distance to the obstacle
decreases the indicator blocks illuminate
and move towards the vehicle icon.

•

If there is no obstacle detected, the
distance indicator blocks are grayed out.

FRONT PARKING AID

 (If Equipped)

The front sensors are active when the
transmission is in any position other than
park (P) and your vehicle is traveling at low
speed.

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Parking Aids

Coverage area of up to 28 in (70 cm) from
the front bumper. The coverage area
decreases at the outer corners.

When your vehicle approaches an object, a
warning tone sounds. When your vehicle
moves closer to an object, the warning tone
repeat rate increases. The warning tone
sounds continuously when an object is 12 in
(30 cm) or less from the front bumper.

You can switch the system off through the
information display menu or from the pop-up
message that appears once you shift the
transmission into reverse (R).  See General
Information (page 110).  If your vehicle has a
parking aid button, you can switch the
system off by pressing the button.

Obstacle Distance Indicator

 (If Equipped)

The system provides obstacle distance
indication through the information display.

The indicator displays:
•

As the distance to the obstacle
decreases the indicator blocks illuminate
and move towards the vehicle icon.

•

If there is no obstacle detected, the
distance indicator blocks are grayed out.

If the transmission is in reverse (R), the front
sensing system provides audio warnings
when your vehicle is moving and the
detected obstacle is moving towards your
vehicle. Once the vehicle is stationary, the
audio warning will be stopped after 2
seconds. Visual indication is always present
in reverse (R).

If the transmission is in drive (D) or any other
forward gear (for example, low (L), sport (S)
or any forward gear in a manual
transmission), the front sensing system
provides audio and visual warnings when
your vehicle is moving below a speed of
5 mph (8 km/h) and an obstacle is located

inside the detection area. Once the vehicle
is stationary, the audio warning will be
stopped after 2 seconds and the visual
indication stops after 4 seconds. If the
obstacles detected are within 12 in (30 cm),
the visual indication remains on.

If the transmission is in neutral (N), the
system provides visual indication only when
your vehicle is moving at 5 mph (8 km/h) or
below and an obstacle is located inside the
detection area. Once your vehicle is
stationary, the visual indication will stop after
4 seconds.

SIDE SENSING SYSTEM

 (If Equipped)

The side sensing system uses the front and
rear side sensors to detect and map
obstacles within the vehicle's driving path,
located near the sides of your vehicle. The
side sensors are active when the
transmission is in any position other than
park (P).

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Parking Aids

Note: Obstacles that enter the side detection
area without being detected and mapped
by the front or rear side sensors will not be
detected.

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Coverage area is up to 24 in (60 cm) from
the sides of your vehicle.

When the system detects an object close to
the side of your vehicle, an audible warning
sounds. As your vehicle moves closer to
obstacles within the driving path of your
vehicle, the rate of the audible warning
increases.

Obstacle Distance Indicator

 (If Equipped)

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The system provides obstacle distance
indication through the information display.

As the distance to the obstacle decreases,
the indicator blocks illuminate and move
toward the vehicle icon. If there is no
obstacle detected, the distance indicator
blocks show greyed out.

When you shift to reverse (R), the side
sensing system provides audible warnings
when your vehicle is moving and obstacles
are detected within 24 in (60 cm) and are
inside the driving path of your vehicle. When
you stop your vehicle the audible warning
stops after two seconds.

Note: Visual distance indication remains on
when the transmission is in reverse (R).

When you shift to drive (D) or any other
forward gear, for example, low (L), sport (S)
or any forward gear in manual transmission,
the side sensing system provides audible
and visual distance warnings when your
vehicle is moving below a speed of 5 mph
(8 km/h) and obstacles are detected within
24 in (60 cm) and are inside the driving path
of your vehicle. Once your vehicle reaches
a standstill condition, the audible warning
stops after two seconds and visual indication
stops after four seconds.

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Parking Aids

If the transmission is in neutral (N), the side
sensing system provides visual distance
indication only when your vehicle is moving
below a speed of 5 mph (8 km/h) and there
is a front or rear parking aid obstacle
detected, and the side obstacle is within
24 in (60 cm) from the side of your vehicle.
When you stop your vehicle the visual
distance indication stops after four seconds.

If the side sensing system is not available,
the side distance indicator blocks do not
appear.

The side sensing system is not available
under the following condition:
•

If you switch the traction control system
off.

The side sensing system may not be
available until you have driven approximately
the length of your vehicle in order for the
system to reinitialize if:
•

You switch the ignition on, off and back
on.

•

Your vehicle remains stationary for over
two minutes.

•

The anti-lock brake system is activated.

•

The traction control system is activated.

•

When the steering wheel angle
information is not available, the side
sensing system is not available. The
vehicle must be driven at least 492 ft
(150 m) above 19 mph (30 km/h) to
recover the steering wheel angle
information.

ACTIVE PARK ASSIST

 (If Equipped)

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: Active park assist does not

apply the brakes under any circumstances.

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.

Note: Keep the sensors free from snow, ice
and large accumulations of dirt.

Note: Do not cover up the sensors.

Note: Do not clean the sensors with sharp
objects.

Note: The sensors may not detect objects
with surfaces that absorb ultrasonic waves.
The sensors may falsely detect objects due
to ultrasonic interference caused by
motorcycle exhausts, truck air brakes or
horns, for example.

Note: If you change any tires, the system
must recalibrate and may not correctly
operate for a short time.

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Parking Aids

Active park assist is a multi-step process and
may require you to shift the transmission
multiple times. Follow the onscreen
instructions until the parking maneuver is
complete.

If you are uncomfortable with the proximity
to any vehicle or object, you may choose to
override the system by grabbing the steering
wheel, or by taking full control of your vehicle
after pressing the active park assist button.

Keep your hands, hair, clothing and any
loose items clear of the steering wheel when
using active park assist.

The sensors are on the front and rear
bumpers.

The system may not correctly operate in any
of the following conditions:
•

You use a spare tire or a tire that is
significantly worn more than the other
tires.

•

One or more tires are incorrectly inflated.

•

You try to park on a tight curve.

•

Something passes between the front
bumper and the parking space. For
example, a pedestrian or cyclist.

•

The edge of the neighboring parked
vehicle is high off the ground. For
example, a bus, tow truck or flatbed
truck.

•

The weather conditions are poor.  For
example, during heavy rain, snow, fog,
high humidity and high temperatures.

Do not use the system if:
•

You have attached an add-on accessory
close to the sensors on the front or rear
of your vehicle. For example, a bike rack
or trailer.

•

You have attached an overhanging
object to the roof. For example, a
surfboard.

•

The front bumper, rear bumper or the
side sensors are damaged.

•

The correct tire size is not in use on your
vehicle. For example, a mini-spare tire.

Using Active Park Assist

Selecting an Active Park Assist Mode

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Press the button once to activate
parallel parking. Press the button
a second time to activate

perpendicular parking. If you press the
button again the system switches off.

If your vehicle is parked and after you switch
the ignition on, you can use the information
display to toggle through the modes. Press
the button to switch the system on and open
the system menu in the information display.

Note: If your vehicle is parked, the default
mode is parallel park out assist. However, if
you did not use active park assist to parallel
park your vehicle, use the information
display to select park out assist.

Note: You can repeatedly press the active
park assist button to toggle through the
modes only after moving your vehicle
approximately 33 ft (10 m).

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Parking Aids

To toggle through the modes, use the
buttons on the information display to select
the following:
•

Parallel parking.

•

Perpendicular parking.

•

Parallel park out assist.

•

Switch the system off.

Note: There is no time limit for toggling
through the modes.

Parallel Parking

The system detects available parallel parking
spaces and steers your vehicle into the
space. You control the accelerator, gearshift
and brakes. The system visually and audibly
guides you into a parallel parking space.

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Press the button once to search
for a parking space.

Note: You can also switch the system on
after you have already driven partially or
completely past a parking space. Press the
active park assist button and the system
informs you if you have recently passed a
suitable parking space.

When the vehicle speed is less than 22 mph
(35 km/h), the system scans both sides of
your vehicle for an available parking space.
A message and a graphic appear in the
information display to indicate the system is
searching for a parking space. Use the
direction indicator lever to search for a
parking space on the driver or passenger
side of your vehicle.

Note: The system scans both sides of your
vehicle and offers parking spaces one side
at a time if you do not use the direction
indicator.

Note: The system defaults to the passenger
side if you do not use the direction indicator.

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Drive your vehicle approximately 3 ft (1 m)
and parallel to the other parked vehicles
when searching for a parking space.

Note: If you drive your vehicle less than 2 ft
(0.5 m) or greater than 5 ft (1.5 m) away from
other parked vehicles, the system may not
be able to detect an available parking
space.

When the system detects a suitable space,
a message displays and a tone sounds. Stop
your vehicle and follow the onscreen
instructions. If your vehicle is moving very
slowly, you may have to move forward a
short distance before the system is ready to
park.

Note: You must observe that the space the
system selects remains clear of obstructions
at all times during the maneuver.

Note: The system always offers the last
parking space it detects. For example, if your
vehicle detects multiple spaces when you
are driving, it offers the last one.

Note: If the vehicle speed is greater than
approximately 22 mph (35 km/h), the system
shows a message to instruct you to reduce
the vehicle speed.

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Parking Aids

Automatically Steering into a Parallel
Parking Space

When you shift into reverse (R), with your
hands off the steering wheel and nothing
obstructing its movement, your vehicle steers
itself into the space. The system displays
instructions to move your vehicle backward
and forward in the space.

Note: If the vehicle speed exceeds
approximately 6 mph (9 km/h), you interrupt
the maneuver, or the system switches off,
you must take full control of your vehicle.

Note: If the system detects an object is very
close to your vehicle and it may be unsafe
to continue the maneuver, it may instruct you
to stop your vehicle. The system may not
provide any further instruction. Steering
assistance continues to operate but you
must decide if it is safe to continue the
maneuver.

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When you believe your vehicle is correctly
parked, or a solid tone sounds and an
information message appears, bring your
vehicle to a complete stop.

When the Active Park Assist maneuver is
complete, a tone sounds and an information
message appears.

Note: You are responsible for checking how
your vehicle is parked and making any
necessary corrections before leaving your
vehicle.

Deactivating Active Park Assist

You can manually deactivate the system by:
•

Pressing the Active Park Assist button
during an active maneuver.

•

Grabbing the steering wheel during an
active maneuver.

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Driving above 22 mph (35 km/h) for 30
seconds when searching for a parking
space.

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Driving above 31 mph (50 km/h).

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Driving above 6 mph (9 km/h) during an
active maneuver.

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Switching the traction control system off.

Certain vehicle conditions may also
deactivate the system, for example:
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The traction control system activates or
fails.

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The anti-lock brake system activates or
fails.

If the system malfunctions, a message
appears and a tone sounds.  Have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Perpendicular Parking

The system detects available perpendicular
parking spaces and steers your vehicle into
the space. You control the accelerator,
gearshift and brakes. The system visually
and audibly guides you into a perpendicular
parking space.

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Press the button twice to search
for a parking space.

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When the vehicle speed is less than 19 mph
(30 km/h), the system scans both sides of
your vehicle for an available parking space.
A message and a graphic appear in the
information display to indicate the system is
searching for a parking space. Use the
direction indicator lever to search for a
parking space on the driver or passenger
side of your vehicle.

Note: The system scans both sides of your
vehicle and offers parking spaces one side
at a time if you do not use the direction
indicator.

Note: The system defaults to the passenger
side if you do not use the direction indicator.

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Drive your vehicle approximately 3 ft (1 m)
and perpendicular to the other parked
vehicles when searching for a parking space.

Note: If you drive your vehicle less than 2 ft
(0.5 m) or greater than 5 ft (1.5 m) away from
other parked vehicles, the system may not
be able to detect an available parking
space.

When the system detects a suitable space,
a message displays and a tone sounds. Stop
your vehicle and follow the onscreen
instructions. If your vehicle is moving very
slowly, you may have to move forward a
short distance before the system is ready to
park.

Note: You must observe that the space the
system selects remains clear of obstructions
at all times during the maneuver.

Note: The system always offers the last
detected parking space. For example, if your
vehicle detects multiple spaces when you
are driving, it offers the last one.

Note: If the vehicle speed is greater than
approximately 19 mph (30 km/h), the system
shows a message to instruct you to reduce
the vehicle speed.

Automatically Steering into a Perpendicular
Parking Space

When you shift into reverse (R), with your
hands off the steering wheel and nothing
obstructing its movement, your vehicle steers
itself into the space. The system displays
instructions to move your vehicle backward
and forward in the space.

Note: If the vehicle speed exceeds
approximately 6 mph (9 km/h), you interrupt
the maneuver, or the system switches off,
you must take full control of your vehicle.

Note: If the system detects an object is very
close to your vehicle and it may be unsafe
to continue the maneuver, it may instruct you
to stop your vehicle. The system may not
provide any further instruction. Steering
assistance continues to operate but you
must decide if it is safe to continue the
maneuver.

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