Ford Police Interceptor Utility (2022 year). Manual in english - page 11

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Touchscreen. See

Settings

(page 335).

When you switch the system off, a warning
lamp illuminates and the alert indicators
flash twice.

Note:

The system remembers the last

setting when you start your vehicle.

To permanently switch the system off,
contact an authorized dealer.

Blind Spot Information System
with Trailer Tow

(If Equipped)

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The design of the system is to aid you in
detecting vehicles that could have entered
the detection area zone (A). The detection
area is on both sides of your vehicle and
trailer, extending rearward from the
exterior mirrors to the end of your trailer.
When you attach and have setup a trailer,
the blind spot information system with
trailer tow becomes active when driving
forward above 6 mph (10 km/h).

You can switch the system off in the
information display. See

(page 84). If you switch the

blind spot information system off, blind
spot information system with trailer tow
turns off.

Setting up a Trailer

You can setup a trailer through the
information display. See

Blind Spot Information System

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Trailer length.

Trailer width.

Trailer hitch ball.

Note:

Measure the width of the trailer at

the front of the trailer, not the widest point.
The maximum width that the system can
support is 8.2 ft (2.5 m)(B).

Note:

The trailer length is the distance

between the trailer hitch ball and the rear
of the trailer. The maximum length that the
system can support is 33 ft (10 m)(A).

When setting up a trailer, a sequence of
screens appear asking for trailer
information:

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Select trailer screen: None, Trailer A,
Trailer B or Trailer C.

Note:

You can select only one trailer on

small information displays.

Select one of the trailers and press OK. The
menu goes to the next screen.

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Width less than 8.2 ft (2.5 m) and
length less than 33 ft (10 m)?

Note:

You do not need to enter an exact

trailer width measurement. You only need
to confirm that the width of the trailer is
8.2 ft (2.5 m) or less.

If no, the system turns off.

If yes, the menu goes to the next screen.

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Enter length of trailer:

Toggling up or down using the menu
buttons increases or decreases the
measurement by 3 ft (1 m). Select a length
that is equal to or within 3 ft (1 m) of the
actual measured length. For example, if
the actual measured length is 25 ft (7.6 m),
toggle the length in the menu to 8 m or 27
ft. When you enter the length of the trailer,
this saves the system setup.

Note:

When you connect a trailer, but do

not setup a trailer in the blind spot
information system, the system turns off
and a warning appears in the information
display.

Note:

If the trailer is a bike rack or cargo

rack with electrical lighting, enter a length
of 3 ft (1 m). Cross Traffic Alert remains on
for trailers with a length of 3 ft (1 m) or less.

Note:

The system requires proper

measurement and measurement entry to
function as designed.

System Operation

If you select a trailer in the information
display prior to connecting a trailer, the
system loads that configuration and the
information display shows a message
when you connect the trailer. A second
message appears stating cross traffic alert
is off, unless a trailer is set up with a length
of 3 ft (1 m). The blind spot information
system with trailer tow still functions
normally when driving forward.

If you connect a trailer, a message appears
indicating that you attached a trailer. If you
have not selected a trailer previously,
another message appears requesting you
to select one of the trailers in the list or add
a new trailer. The blind spot information
system with trailer tow does not function
without a trailer selected. If you do not
select a trailer, a message appears in the
information display stating it has turned
off the system. This message might not
appear until your vehicle speed reaches
22 mph (35 km/h).

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The blind spot information system with
trailer tow activates when driving forward
for that particular trailer set up. If you cycle
the ignition, the blind spot information
system with trailer tow continues to
function using the last trailer you selected.

Trailer Considerations

The system works with a trailer with a front
width of 8.2 ft (2.5 m) or less, and a total
length from the trailer hitch ball to the rear
of the trailer of 33 ft (10 m) or less.

Some trailers could cause a slight change
in system performance:
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Wide box trailers, especially those
wider than the towing vehicle, could
cause false alerts to occur when driving
next to infrastructure or near parked
cars. A false alert could also occur
while making a 90-degree turn or
driving through a roundabout.

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Wide trailers that have a total length
greater than 20 ft (6 m) could cause
delayed alerts when a vehicle is
passing at high speeds.

•

Box trailers that have a width greater
than 8.2 ft (2.5 m) could cause early
alerts when you pass a vehicle.

•

Clam shell or V-Nose box trailers with
a width greater than 8.2 ft (2.5 m)
could cause delayed alerts when a
vehicle traveling the same speed as
your vehicle merges lanes.

System Errors

If the system detects a fault, a warning
lamp illuminates and a message displays.
See

Information Messages

(page 87).

Switching the System On and Off

You can switch the blind spot information
system with trailer tow off by not selecting
a trailer in the information display. See

General Information

(page 84). In this

case, the system turns off as long as a
trailer is attached to your vehicle. As soon
as you disconnect the trailer, the blind spot
information system becomes active.

When you switch the system off, a warning
lamp illuminates and the alert indicators
flash twice.

Note:

The system remembers the last

trailer setting when you start your vehicle.

You cannot switch off the blind spot
information system with trailer tow when
using MyKey, but you can still change the
trailer settings.

To permanently switch the system off,
contact an authorized dealer.

CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT

(IF

EQUIPPED)

WARNING:

Do not use the cross

traffic alert system as a replacement for
using the interior and exterior mirrors or
looking over your shoulder before
reversing out of a parking space. The
cross traffic alert system is not a
replacement for careful driving.

WARNING:

The system may not

operate properly during severe weather
conditions, for example snow, ice, heavy
rain and spray. Always drive with due
care and attention. Failure to take care
may result in a crash.

The system alerts you of vehicles
approaching from the sides behind your
vehicle when you shift into reverse (R).

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Zone coverage also decreases when
parking at narrow angles. The sensor on
the left-hand side is mostly obstructed and
zone coverage on that side is severely
reduced.

Cross Traffic Alert System Sensors

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The sensors are behind the rear bumper
on both sides of your vehicle.

Note:

Keep the sensors free from snow, ice

and large accumulations of dirt.

Note:

Do not cover the sensors with bumper

stickers, repair compound or other objects.

Note:

Blocked sensors could affect system

performance.

Note:

Bike and cargo racks could cause

false alerts due to obstruction of the sensor.
We recommend switching the feature off
when using a bike or cargo rack.

If the sensors are blocked, a message may
appear in the information display when
you shift into reverse (R).

Cross Traffic Alert System
Limitations

The system may not correctly operate
when any of the following occur:
•

The sensors are blocked.

•

Adjacently parked vehicles or objects
are obstructing the sensors.

•

Vehicles approach at speeds less than
4 mph (6 km/h) or greater than 37 mph
(60 km/h).

•

The vehicle speed is greater than 7 mph
(12 km/h).

•

You reverse out of an angled parking
space.

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Cross Traffic Alert Behavior When
Trailer is Attached

Note:

The system may not correctly operate

when towing a trailer. For vehicles with an
approved trailer tow module and tow bar,
the system turns off when you attach a
trailer. For vehicles with an aftermarket
trailer tow module or tow bar, we
recommend that you switch the system off
when you attach a trailer.

Cross traffic alert remains on when you
attach a trailer in vehicles that come with
blind spot information system with trailer
tow under the following conditions:

•

You connect a trailer.

•

The trailer is a bike rack or cargo rack
with a maximum length of 3 ft (1 m).

•

You set the trailer length to 3 ft (1 m)
in the information display.

See

(page 166).

Switching the System On and Off

To switch the system on or off, adjust the
setting. Depending on your vehicle options,
the setting could be in the following:

•

Information display. See

•

Touchscreen. See

Settings

(page 335).

Note:

The system turns on every time you

switch the ignition on. To permanently
switch the system off, contact an authorized
dealer.

Cross Traffic Alert Indicator

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When the system detects an
approaching vehicle, a tone
sounds, a warning lamp

illuminates in the relevant exterior mirror
and arrows appear in the information
display to show which side the
approaching vehicle is coming from.

Note:

If arrows do not display, a message

appears in the information display.

If the system malfunctions, a warning lamp
illuminates in the instrument cluster and
a message appears in the information
display. Have your vehicle checked as soon
as possible.

Note:

In exceptional conditions, the system

could alert you, even when there is nothing
in the detection zone, for example a vehicle
passing further away from your vehicle.

Cross Traffic Alert Information Messages

Action

Message

Displays instead of indication arrows when the system
detects a vehicle. Check for approaching traffic.

Cross Traffic Alert

Indicates blocked cross traffic alert system sensors. Clean
the sensors. If the message continues to appear, have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Cross Traffic Not Avail-
able Sensor Blocked See
Manual

The system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked
as soon as possible.

Cross Traffic System
Fault

Displays if you attach a trailer to your vehicle.

Cross Traffic Alert Deac-
tivated Trailer Attached

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STEERING

Electric Power Steering

WARNING:

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 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 as
soon as possible.

WARNING:

If the system detects

an error, you may not feel a difference in
the steering, however a serious condition
may exist. Have your vehicle checked as
soon as possible. 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.

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Loose or worn steering components.

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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

(If Equipped)

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)

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.

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WARNING:

The system does not

detect vehicles that are driving in a
different direction, cyclists or animals.
Apply the brakes when necessary. Failure
to follow this instruction could result in
the loss of control of your vehicle,
personal injury or death.

WARNING:

The system does not

operate during hard acceleration or
steering. Failure to take care may lead
to a crash or personal injury.

WARNING:

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.

WARNING:

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.

WARNING:

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 the Pre-Collision Assist
System

The 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 design provides three levels of
functionality:

Alert.

2. Brake Support.

3. Active Braking.

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Alert

: When active, a flashing visual

warning appears and an audible warning
tone sounds.

Brake Support

: The system design helps

reduce the impact speed by preparing the
brakes for rapid braking. Brake support
does not automatically apply the brakes.
If you press the brake pedal, the system
could apply additional braking up to
maximum braking force, even if you lightly
press the brake pedal.

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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:

Brake Support and Active Braking are

active at speeds up to 80 mph (130 km/h).

Note:

If you perceive Pre-Collision Assist

alerts as being too frequent or disturbing,
you can reduce the alert sensitivity, though
the manufacturer recommends using the
highest sensitivity setting where possible.
Setting lower sensitivity leads to fewer and
later system warnings.

Adjusting the Pre-Collision Assist
Settings

You can adjust the following settings by
using the information display controls. See

General Information