Lincoln MKZ Hybrid (2020 year). Manual in english - page 13

WARNING: The parking aid system

can only assist you to detect objects when
your vehicle is moving at parking speeds.
To help avoid personal injury you must
take care when using the parking aid
system.

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: If your vehicle sustains damage
leaving the sensors misaligned, this may
cause inaccurate measurements or false
alerts.

Note: Some accessories, for example large
trailer hitches or bike or surfboard racks can
cause reduced performance or false alerts.

The sensors are on the front bumper.

The sensors are active when the
transmission is in any position other than
park (P).  When the parking aid system
sounds a tone, the audio system may reduce
the set volume.

A warning tone sounds when your vehicle
approaches an object.  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: There is a decreased coverage area
at the outer corners.

The system turns off when the vehicle speed
reaches 5 mph (8 km/h).

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The sensor coverage area is up to 28 in
(70 cm) from the center of the bumper.

If the transmission is in reverse (R), the
system detects objects when your vehicle is
moving at low speed or an object is moving
toward your vehicle, for example another
vehicle at low speed. When you stop your
vehicle, the audible warning turns off after
two seconds.

If the transmission is in any forward gear, the
system provides audible warnings when your
vehicle is moving and an object is within the
detection area. When you stop your vehicle,
the audible warning turns off after two
seconds and the visual warning turns off after
four seconds.

If the system detects a fault, a warning
message appears in the information display.

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Object Distance Indicator

 (If Equipped)

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The system provides object distance
indication through the information display.

•

As the distance to the object decreases,
the indicator blocks illuminate and move
toward the vehicle icon.

•

If there is no object detected, the
distance indicator blocks are gray.

When you shift into any forward gear, the
system provides audible warnings and visual
indication when your vehicle is moving at a
speed of approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) or
below and the system detects an object
within the detection zone. When you stop
your vehicle, the audible warnings stop after
two seconds and visual indication stops after
four seconds.

Note: If the detected object is 12 in (30 cm)
or less from your vehicle, visual indication
remains on.

When you shift into neutral (N), the system
only provides visual indication if your vehicle
is moving at a speed of approximately 5 mph
(8 km/h) or below, for example, your vehicle
is moving on a slope, and the system detects
an object moving toward your vehicle. When
you stop your vehicle, visual indication stops
after four seconds.

SIDE SENSING SYSTEM

 (IF EQUIPPED)

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: The system may not

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

WARNING: To help avoid personal

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

WARNING: The parking aid system

can only assist you to detect objects when
your vehicle is moving at parking speeds.
To help avoid personal injury you must
take care when using the parking aid
system.

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

Note: Do not cover up the sensors.

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Note: Do not clean the sensors with sharp
objects.

Note: If your vehicle sustains damage
leaving the sensors misaligned, this may
cause inaccurate measurements or false
alerts.

Note: If you switch traction control off, the
side sensing system also turns off.

Note: Some accessories, for example large
trailer hitches or bike or surfboard racks can
cause reduced performance or false alerts.

Note: The system does not detect an object
that is moving toward the side of your
vehicle, for example another vehicle moving
at low speed, if it does not pass a front or
rear sensor.

The system uses the front and rear
outermost parking aid sensors to detect
objects that are near to the sides of your
vehicle. The system displays them on a
virtual map in the information display as your
vehicle moves past them.

The sensors are on the front and rear
bumpers.

The system may not function if:
•

You switch the ignition on, off and back
on within a few seconds.

•

Your vehicle remains stationary for over
two minutes.

•

The anti-lock brake system activates.

•

The traction control system activates.

To reinitialize the system, you may have to
drive your vehicle approximately 10 ft (3 m).

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The sensor coverage area is up to 24 in
(60 cm) from the side of your vehicle.

When the system detects an object within
the coverage area and the driving path of
your vehicle, an audible warning sounds. As
the object moves closer to your vehicle, the
rate of the tone increases.

Object Distance Indicator

 (If Equipped)

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The system provides object distance
indication through the information display.

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•

As the distance to the object decreases,
the indicator blocks illuminate and move
toward the vehicle icon.

•

If there is no object detected, the
distance indicator blocks are gray.

When you shift into reverse (R), the system
provides audible warnings and visual
indication when detected objects are within
24 in (60 cm) and are inside the driving path
of your vehicle. When you stop your vehicle,
the audible warnings turn off after two
seconds.

When you shift into any forward gear, the
system provides audible warnings and visual
indication when your vehicle is moving at a
speed of approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) or
below and the system detects an object
within the detection zone. When you stop
your vehicle, the audible warnings turn off
after two seconds and visual indication turns
off after four seconds.

When you shift into neutral (N), the system
only provides visual indication if your vehicle
is moving at a speed of approximately 5 mph
(8 km/h) or below. For example, your vehicle
is moving on a slope, and the system detects
an object moving toward your vehicle. When
you stop your vehicle, visual indication turns
off after four seconds.

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

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.

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

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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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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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.

•

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

•

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

•

Switching the traction control system off.

Certain vehicle conditions may also
deactivate the system, for example:
•

The traction control system activates or
fails.

•

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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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 a 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.

•

Driving above 19 mph (30 km/h) for 30
seconds when searching for a parking
space.

•

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

•

Switching the traction control system off.

Certain vehicle conditions may also
deactivate the system, for example:
•

The traction control system activates or
fails.

•

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.

Parallel Park Out Assist

The system steers your vehicle out of a
parallel parking space. You control the
accelerator, gearshift and brakes. The system
visually and audibly guides you out of a
parallel parking space.

Note: This system is not intended to assist
when exiting a perpendicular parking space.

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Press the button once when your
vehicle is stationary in a parallel
parking space.

Note: If you did not use active park assist to
parallel park your vehicle, pressing the
button once selects parallel park. You must
use the information display to select park
out assist.

The system displays a message instructing
you to switch a direction indicator on. Use
the direction indicator to select which side
of your vehicle you want to exit the parking
space. The system displays instructions to
move your vehicle backward and forward in
the space.

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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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After the system directs 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. Generally, hand-over is when
your vehicle is still inside the parking space.

Note: Parallel Park Out Assist may not be
available when the clearance to the front or
the rear of your vehicle is too small.

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: You are responsible for controlling
your vehicle and making sure the path is
clear prior to pulling into traffic.

Troubleshooting

Possible Cause

Symptom

You may have switched the traction control off.

The system does 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.

The sensors may be blocked. For example, snow, ice or dirt buildup. Blocked sensors
can affect how the system functions.

The system does not offer a parking space.

There is not enough room in the parking space for your vehicle to safely park.

There is not enough space for the parking maneuver on the opposite side of the parking
space.

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Possible Cause

Symptom

The parking space is more than 5 ft (1.5 m) or less than 2 ft (0.5 m) away.

The vehicle speed is greater than 22 mph (35 km/h) for parallel parking or greater than
19 mph (30 km/h) for perpendicular parking.

You recently disconnected or replaced the battery. After you reconnect the battery you
must drive your vehicle on a straight road for a short period of time.

Your vehicle is rolling in the opposite direction of the current transmission position. For
example, rolling forward when in reverse (R).

The system does not correctly position your vehicle
in a parking space.

An irregular curb along the parking space prevents the system from correctly aligning
your vehicle.

Vehicles or objects bordering the space may not be correctly parked.

Your vehicle stopped too far past the parking space.

The tires may not be correctly installed or maintained. For example, not inflated correctly,
improper size, or of different sizes.

A repair or alteration changes the detection capabilities.

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Possible Cause

Symptom

A parked vehicle has a high attachment. For example, a salt sprayer, snowplow or moving
truck bed.

The parking space length or position of parked objects changes after your vehicle passes
the space.

The temperature around your vehicle quickly changes. For example, driving from a
heated garage into the cold, or after leaving a car wash.

REAR VIEW CAMERA

WARNING: The rear view camera

system is a reverse aid supplement device
that still requires the driver to use it in
conjunction with the interior and exterior
mirrors for maximum coverage.

WARNING: Objects that are close to

either corner of the bumper or under the
bumper, might not be seen on the screen
due to the limited coverage of the camera
system.

WARNING: Back up as slow as

possible since higher speeds might limit
your reaction time to stop your vehicle.

WARNING: Use caution when using

the rear video camera and the trunk is ajar.
If the trunk is ajar, the camera will be out
of position and the video image may be
incorrect. All guidelines (if enabled) have
been removed when the trunk is ajar.

WARNING: Use caution when turning

camera features on or off while in reverse
(R). Make sure your vehicle is not moving.

The rear view camera system provides a
video image of the area behind your vehicle.
The image will display in either the rear view
mirror or the display in the center of the
instrument panel.

During operation, lines will appear in the
display that represent your vehicle’s path
and proximity to objects behind your vehicle.

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The camera is located on the trunk near the
high-mount brake lamp.

Using the Rear View Camera System

The rear view camera system displays what
is behind your vehicle when you place the
transmission in reverse (R).

The system uses three types of guides to
help you see what is behind your vehicle:
•

Active guidelines: Show the intended
path of your vehicle when reversing.

•

Fixed guidelines: Show the actual path
your vehicle is moving in while reversing
in a straight line. This can be helpful
when backing into a parking space or
aligning your vehicle with another object
behind you.

•

Centerline (if applicable): Helps align the
center of your vehicle with an object
(trailer).

Note: If the transmission is in reverse (R) and
the luggage compartment is ajar, no rear
view camera features will display.

Note: If the image comes on while the
transmission is not in reverse (R), have the
system inspected by an authorized dealer.

Note: When towing, the camera only sees
what you are towing behind your vehicle.
This might not provide adequate coverage
and you might not see some objects. In some
vehicles, the guidelines may disappear once
you connect the trailer tow connector.

The camera may not operate correctly under
the following conditions:
•

Nighttime or dark areas if the reverse
lamps are not operating.

•

Mud, water or debris obstructs the
camera's view. Clean the lens with a soft,
lint-free cloth and non-abrasive cleaner.

•

The camera is misaligned due to damage
to the rear of your vehicle.

To access any of the rear view camera
system settings, make the following
selections in the touch screen when the
transmission is not in reverse (R):
•

Menu > Vehicle > Camera Settings

After changing a system setting, the touch
screen shows a preview of the selected
features.

Guidelines and the Centerline

Note: Active guidelines and fixed guidelines
are only available when the transmission is
in reverse (R).

Note: The centerline is only available if
Active or Fixed guidelines are on.

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A

B C

D

F

E

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Active guidelines

A

Centerline

B

Fixed guideline: Green zone

C

Fixed guideline: Yellow zone

D

Fixed guideline: Red zone

E

Rear bumper

F

Active guidelines are only shown with fixed
guidelines. To use active guidelines, turn the
steering wheel to point the guidelines toward
an intended path. If you change the steering
wheel position while reversing, your vehicle
might deviate from the original intended
path.

The fixed and active guidelines fade in and
out depending on your steering wheel
position. When your steering wheel position
is straight, the active guidelines are not
visible.

Always use caution while reversing. Objects
in the red zone are closest to your vehicle
and objects in the green zone are farther
away. Objects are getting closer to your
vehicle as they move from the green zone
to the yellow or red zones. Use the side view
mirrors and rear view mirror to get better
coverage on both sides and rear of your
vehicle.

Enhanced Park Aids

Note: The reverse sensing system is not
effective at speeds above 3 mph (5 km/h)
and may not detect certain angular or
moving objects.

The system uses red, yellow and green
highlights that appear on top of the video
image when the reverse sensing system
detects an object. The alert highlights the
closest object detected. You can disable the
reverse sensing alert if you have enhanced
park aids enabled, you will still see the
displayed highlighted areas.

Selectable settings for this feature are ON
and OFF.

Manual Zoom

WARNING: When manual zoom is

on, the full area behind your vehicle is not
shown. Be aware of your surroundings
when using the manual zoom feature.

Note: Manual zoom is only available when
the transmission is in reverse (R).

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Note: Only the centerline shows when you
enable manual zoom.

This allows you to get a closer view of an
object behind your vehicle. The zoomed
image keeps the bumper in the image to
provide a reference. The zoom is only active
while the transmission is in reverse (R). When
you shift the transmission out of reverse (R),
the feature automatically turns off and you
must enable it to use it again.

Selectable settings for this feature are ON
and OFF.

Rear Camera Delay

When shifting the transmission out of reverse
(R) and into any gear other than park (P), the
camera image remains in the display until
your vehicle speed reaches 5 mph (8 km/h)
or until you select a radio button.

Selectable settings for this feature are ON
and OFF. The default setting for the rear
camera delay is OFF.

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WHAT IS CRUISE CONTROL

Cruise control lets you maintain a set speed
without keeping your foot on the accelerator
pedal. You can use cruise control when your
vehicle speed is greater than 20 mph
(30 km/h).

SWITCHING CRUISE CONTROL ON
AND OFF

WARNING: Do not use cruise control

on winding roads, in heavy traffic or when
the road surface is slippery. This could
result in loss of vehicle control, serious
injury or death.

The cruise controls are on the steering
wheel.  See Cruise Control (page 82).

Switching Cruise Control On

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Press the button.

Switching Cruise Control Off

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Press the button when the system
is in standby mode.

The system also turns off when you switch
the ignition off.

Note: The set speed erases when you switch
the system off.

SETTING THE CRUISE CONTROL
SPEED

WARNING: When you are going

downhill, your vehicle speed could
increase above the set speed. The system
does not apply the brakes.

Drive to the speed you prefer.

Press either button to set the
current speed.

Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.

Note: The indicator changes color in the
information display.

Changing the Set Speed

Press and release the button to
increase the set speed in small
increments.

Press and hold the button to accelerate.
Release the button when you reach your
preferred speed.

Press and release the button to
decrease the set speed in small
increments.

Press and hold the button to decelerate.
Release the button when you reach your
preferred speed.

Note:  If you accelerate by pressing the
accelerator pedal, the set speed does not
change. When you release the accelerator
pedal, your vehicle returns to the speed that
you previously set.

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