Ford F-150 (2018 year). Manual - part 64

The system uses radar sensors that are
located in the tail lamp on each side of
your vehicle. Do not allow mud, snow or
bumper stickers to obstruct these areas,
this can cause degraded system
performance.  See Blind Spot
Information System (page 252).  If the
Blind Spot Information System is blocked,
Cross Traffic Alert is also blocked. A Cross
Traffic Alert blocked message appears in
the information display when the
transmission is shifted into reverse (R).

System Limitations

Cross Traffic Alert has its limitations;
situations such as severe weather
conditions or debris build-up on the sensor
area may limit vehicle detection and cause
false alerts.

The following are other situations that may
limit the Cross Traffic Alert performance:
•

Adjacently parked vehicles or objects
obstructing the sensors.

•

Approaching vehicles passing at
speeds greater than 37 mph
(60 km/h).

•

Driving in reverse faster than 7 mph
(12 km/h).

•

Backing out of an angled parking spot.

False Alerts

Note: If your vehicle has a tow bar with a
factory equipped trailer tow module and it
is towing a trailer, the sensors will
automatically turn the Cross Traffic Alert
off. If your vehicle has a tow bar but no
factory equipped trailer tow module, it is
recommended to turn the Cross Traffic Alert
off manually. Operating Cross Traffic Alert
with a trailer attached will cause poor Cross
Traffic Alert performance.

Note: The system may illuminate the amber
alert indicator and sound the audible alert
during heavy rain even though no vehicle is
approaching from left or right.

There may be certain instances when there
is a false alert by the Cross Traffic Alert
system that illuminates the alert indicator
with no vehicle in the coverage zone. Some
amount of false alerts are normal; they are
temporary and self-correct.

System Errors

If Cross Traffic Alert senses a problem with
the left or right sensor a message will
appear in the information display.  See
Information Messages (page 122).

Switching the System Off and On

You can temporarily switch Cross Traffic
Alert off in the information display.  See
General Information (page 111).  When
you switch Cross Traffic Alert off, you will
not receive alerts and the information
display will display a system off message.

Note: The system switches on whenever
the ignition is switched on and ready to
provide appropriate alerts when the
transmission is in reverse (R). Cross Traffic
Alert does not remember the last selected
on or off setting.

You can also have Cross Traffic Alert
switched off permanently at an authorized
dealer. Once switched off permanently,
the system can only be switched back on
at an authorized dealer.

STEERING

Electric Power Steering

WARNINGS

The electric power steering system
has diagnostic checks that
continuously monitor the system. If

a fault is detected, a message displays in
the information display. Stop your vehicle
as soon as it is safe to do so. Switch the

WARNINGS

ignition off. After at least 10 seconds,
switch the ignition on and watch the
information display for a steering system
warning message. If a steering system
warning message returns, have the system
checked by an authorized dealer.

If the system detects an error, you
may not feel a difference in the
steering, however a serious condition

may exist. Obtain immediate service from
an authorized dealer, failure to do so may
result in loss of steering control.

Your vehicle has an electric power steering
system. There is no fluid reservoir. No
maintenance is required.

If your vehicle loses electrical power while
you are driving, electric power steering
assistance is lost. The steering system still
operates and you can steer your vehicle
manually. Manually steering your vehicle
requires more effort.

Extreme continuous steering may increase
the effort required for you to steer your
vehicle. This increased effort prevents
overheating and permanent damage to
the steering system. You do not lose the
ability to steer your vehicle manually.
Typical steering and driving maneuvers
allow the system to cool and return to
normal operation.

Steering Tips

If the steering wanders or pulls, check for:
•

Correct tire pressures.

•

Uneven tire wear.

•

Loose or worn suspension
components.

•

Loose or worn steering components.

•

Improper vehicle alignment.

Note: A high crown in the road or high
crosswinds may also make the steering
seem to wander or pull.

Adaptive Learning

The electronic power steering system
adaptive learning helps correct road
irregularities and improves overall handling
and steering feel. It communicates with
the brake system to help operate
advanced stability control and accident
avoidance systems. Additionally, whenever
the battery is disconnected or a new
battery installed, you must drive your
vehicle a short distance before the system
relearns the strategy and reactivates all
systems.

PRE-COLLISION ASSIST

 (If

Equipped)

WARNINGS

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.

The system does not detect vehicles
that are driving in a different
direction, cyclists or animals. Failure

to take care may result in the loss of
control of your vehicle, serious personal
injury or death.

The system does not operate during
hard acceleration or steering. Failure
to take care may lead to a crash or

personal injury.

WARNINGS

The system may fail or operate with
reduced function during cold and
severe weather conditions. Snow,

ice, rain, spray and fog can adversely affect
the system. Keep the front camera and
radar free of snow and ice. Failure to take
care may result in the loss of control of
your vehicle, serious personal injury or
death.

In situations where the vehicle
camera has limited detection
capability, this may reduce system

performance. These situations include but
are not limited to direct or low sunlight,
vehicles at night without tail lights,
unconventional vehicle types, pedestrians
with complex backgrounds, running
pedestrians, partly obscured pedestrians,
or pedestrians that the system cannot
distinguish from a group. Failure to take
care may result in the loss of control of
your vehicle, serious personal injury or
death.

The system cannot help prevent all
crashes. Do not rely on this system
to replace driver judgment and the

need to maintain a safe distance and
speed.

Using Pre-Collision Assist

The Pre-Collision Assist system is active
at speeds above approximately 3 mph
(5 km/h) and pedestrian detection is active
at speeds up to 50 mph (80 km/h).

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If your vehicle is rapidly approaching
another stationary vehicle, a vehicle
traveling in the same direction as yours, or
a pedestrian within your driving path, the
system provides three levels of
functionality:

1.

Alert

2. Brake Support

3. Active Braking

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Alert: When activated, a flashing visual
warning and an audible warning tone
occurs.

Brake Support: Assists the driver in
reducing collision speed by preparing the
brake system for rapid braking. Brake
support does not automatically activate
the brakes, but if the driver presses the
brake pedal even lightly, brake support can
add additional braking up to full force.

Active Braking: Active braking may
activate if the system determines that a
collision is imminent. The system may help
the driver reduce impact damage or avoid
the crash completely.

Note: If you perceive Pre-Collision Assist
alerts as being too frequent or disturbing,
then you can reduce the alert sensitivity,
though the manufacturer recommends
using the highest sensitivity setting where
possible. Setting lower sensitivity would
lead to fewer and later system warnings.

Note: The system turns off when you select
4-Wheel Drive Low mode or when you
manually disable AdvanceTrac™.

Distance Indication and Alert

Distance Indication and Alert is a function
that provides you with a graphical
indication of the time gap in relation to
other vehicles traveling in the same
direction.

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If the time gap to a preceding vehicle is
small, a red visual indication displays.

Note: Distance Indication and Alert
deactivates and the graphics do not display
when adaptive cruise control is active.

Time Gap

Distance Gap

Graphics

Sensitivity

Speed

>0.9sec

>82 ft (25 m)

Grey

Normal

62 mph

(100 km/h)

between

0.6sec and

0.9sec

56–82 ft

(17–25 m)

Yellow

Normal

62 mph

(100 km/h)

<0.6sec

<56 ft (17 m)

Red

Normal

62 mph

(100 km/h)