Ford Explorer (2022 year). Manual in english

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

General

Information

(page 113). 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

General

Information

(page 113).

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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:

•

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.

•

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

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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.

•

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).

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:
•

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.

•

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.

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•

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 120).

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 113). 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. See

MyKey™

(page 64).

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

CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT

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).

Using Cross Traffic Alert

The system detects vehicles that approach
at a speed between 4 mph (6 km/h) and
37 mph (60 km/h). Coverage decreases
when the sensors are partially, mostly or
fully obstructed. Slowly reversing helps
increase the coverage area and
effectiveness.

The system turns on when you start the
engine and you shift into reverse (R). The
system turns off when you shift out of
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.

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

Blind Spot Information System

(page 263).

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

General

Information

(page 116).

•

Touchscreen. See

Settings

(page 458).

Note:

The system turns on every time you

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

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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

SPEED SIGN RECOGNITION

(IF

EQUIPPED)

Principle of Operation

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.

WARNING:

In cold and severe

weather conditions the system may not
function. Rain, snow and spray can all
limit sensor performance.

WARNING:

The system may not

operate properly if the sensor is blocked.
Keep the windshield free from
obstruction.

The system is designed to detect speed
limit signs to inform you of the current
speed limit. Detected speed signs appear
in the information display. The sensor is
behind the interior mirror.

Note:

Do not carry out windshield repairs

in the immediate area surrounding the
sensor.

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Note:

Speed sign data provided by the

navigation system contains information
integrated to the data carrier release.

Note:

The system may not detect or

correctly read all speed signs.

Note:

If your vehicle has a suspension kit

not approved by us, the system may not
correctly function.

Note:

Always replace headlamp bulbs with

those specifically designed for your vehicle.
Other bulbs could reduce system
performance.

The system turns on when you switch the
ignition on, and you cannot switch the
system off.

Using Speed Sign Recognition

Setting the System Speed Warning

You can set the system speed warning to
alert you when the vehicle speed exceeds
the speed limit recognized by the system
by a certain speed tolerance.

Note:

The system remembers the last

setting when you start your vehicle.

System Display

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When the system detects a speed limit
sign, the speed limit appears in the
information display.

Note:

If your vehicle has a navigation

system, stored speed sign data could
influence the indicated speed limit value.

To switch the system off or to adjust the
settings, use the touchscreen:

Press

Settings

on the touchscreen.

2. Press

Driver Assistance

3. Press

Speed Sign Recognition

4. Press

Speed Warning

5. Press

Tolerance

6. Use

and

to set the tolerance.

Information Messages

Action

Message

The traffic sign data provided by the navig-

ation system is unavailable due to a weak

signal, or no signal. Wait for a short period

of time for the signal to improve. If the

message continues to appear, have your

vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Traffic Sign Reduced Performance See

Manual

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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.

•

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

(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

WARNING:

You are responsible for

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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:

Some situations and

objects prevent hazard detection. For
example low or direct sunlight, inclement
weather, unconventional vehicle types,
and pedestrians. 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 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.

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.

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Note:

Brake support and active braking are

active at speeds up to 80 mph (130 km/h).
If your vehicle has a radar sensor included
with adaptive cruise control, then brake
support and active braking are active up to
the maximum speed of the vehicle.

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:

Pre-collision assist turns off when

you manually disable AdvanceTrac, or when
you select deep snow/sand mode.

Distance Indication and Alert

(If

Equipped)

Distance indication and alert is a function
that provides the driver with a graphical
indication of the time gap to other
preceding vehicles traveling in the same
direction. Distance indication and alert
shows one of the graphics that follow in
the information display.

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

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)

0.6sec —

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)

Evasive Steering Assist

(If Equipped)

If your vehicle is rapidly approaching a
stationary vehicle or a vehicle traveling in
the same direction as your vehicle, the
system design helps you steer around the
vehicle.

The system only activates when all of the
following occur:
•

The system detects a vehicle ahead
and starts to apply active braking.

•

You turn the steering wheel in an
attempt to steer around the vehicle.

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After you turn the steering wheel, the
system applies additional steering torque
to help you steer around the vehicle. After
you pass the vehicle, the system applies
steering torque in the opposite direction to
encourage you to steer back into the lane.
The system deactivates after you fully pass
the vehicle.

Note:

The system does not automatically

steer around a vehicle. If you do not turn the
steering wheel, the system does not
activate.

Note:

The system does not activate if the

distance to the vehicle ahead is too small
and the system cannot avoid a crash.

Adjusting the Pre-Collision Assist
Settings

You can adjust the following settings by
using the touchscreen. See

Settings

(page

458).
•

You can change Alert and Distance
Alert sensitivity to one of three possible
settings.

•

You can switch distance indication and
alert on or off.

•

If required, you can switch active
braking on or off.

•

If required, you can switch evasive
steering assist on or off.

Note:

Active braking and evasive steering

assist automatically turn on every time you
switch the ignition on.

Note:

If you switch active braking off,

evasive steering assist turns off.

Blocked Sensors

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Camera.

Radar sensor (if equipped).

If a message regarding a blocked sensor
or camera appears in the information
display, you have obstructed radar signals
or camera images. If your vehicle has a
radar sensor, it is behind the fascia cover
in the center of the lower grille. With a
blocked sensor or camera, the system may
not function, or performance may reduce.
The following table lists possible causes
and actions for when this message
displays.

Camera Troubleshooting

Action

Cause

Clean the outside of the windshield in front

of the camera.

The windshield in front of the camera is

dirty or obstructed in some way.

Wait a short time. It may take several

minutes for the camera to detect that there

is no obstruction.

The windshield in front of the camera is

clean but the message remains in the

display screen.

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Radar Troubleshooting (If Equipped)

Action

Cause

Clean the grille surface in front of the radar

or remove the object causing the obstruc-

tion.

The surface of the radar in the grille is dirty

or obstructed in some way.

Wait a short time. It may take several

minutes for the radar to detect that there

is no obstruction.

The surface of the radar in the grille is clean

but the message remains in the display

screen.

The system is temporarily disabled. The

system automatically reactivates a short

time after the weather conditions improve.

Heavy rain, spray, snow or fog is interfering

with the radar signals.

The pre-collision assist system is tempor-

arily disabled. The system automatically

reactivates a short time after the weather

conditions improve.

Swirling water or snow or ice on the surface

of the road may interfere with the radar

signals.

Have the radar checked for proper coverage

and operation.

Radar is out of alignment due to a front-

end impact.

Note:

Proper system operation requires a

clear view of the road by the camera. Have
any windshield damage in the area of the
camera's field of view repaired.

Note:

If something hits the front end of your

vehicle or damage occurs and your vehicle
has a radar sensor, the radar sensing zone
may change. This could cause missed or
false detections. Contact an authorized
dealer to have the radar checked for proper
coverage and operation.

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WHAT IS DRIVE MODE
CONTROL

Your vehicle has various drive modes that
you can select for different driving
conditions. Depending on the drive mode
that you select, the system adjusts various
vehicle settings.

HOW DOES DRIVE MODE
CONTROL WORK

Selectable drive modes change various
electronic and mechanical settings within
your vehicle to tailor its performance and
driving characteristics to on-road or
off-road driving conditions. Steering feel
and effort, traction control, stability
control, chassis control, powertrain
response, transmission shift points and
four-wheel driveline settings alter to a
pre-determined setting depending upon
the drive mode that you select.

Note:

Your vehicle has diagnostic checks

that continuously monitor all systems for
proper operation. If a drive mode is
unavailable due to a system fault, your
vehicle defaults to normal mode.

SELECTING A DRIVE MODE

Note:

Drive mode changes may not be

available when the ignition is off or when
the engine is not running.

Note:

Button icons shown may vary from

your vehicle.

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Rotate the drive mode dial on the center
console to select or change a drive mode.

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To select drive modes for RWD vehicles
use the console mounted control.

DRIVE MODES

DEEP SNOW/SAND

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For off-road driving on soft dry
sand or deep snow. This mode
optimizes accelerator pedal

response, traction settings, and stability
controls to help maintain forward
momentum when driving through deep
sand or snow. If your vehicle becomes
stuck in deep conditions, using this mode
may help it become unstuck.

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Note:

Using deep snow/sand mode on dry,

hard surfaces could produce some vibration,
driveline bind up, and potential excessive
tire wear.

ECO

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For efficient driving. This mode
helps deliver maximum fuel
efficiency and helps to increase

driving range.

NORMAL

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For everyday driving. This mode
is a perfect balance of
excitement, comfort and

convenience. This is the default mode after
each ignition cycle.

SLIPPERY

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For less than ideal road
conditions such as snow or ice
covered roads. This mode lowers

throttle response, adjusts transmission
shift points, and optimizes vehicle stability
controls to help mitigate wheel spin and
maintain vehicle control when driving in
winter conditions.

Note:

Using slippery mode on dry, hard

surfaces could produce some vibration,
driveline bind up, and potential excessive
tire wear.

SPORT

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For sporty driving with improved
performance handling and
response. This mode increases

accelerator pedal response, enhances
steering to provide a sportier feel, and
adjusts transmission shift points for quicker
vehicle acceleration.

TOW/HAUL

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For improved transmission
operation when towing a trailer
or a heavy load. This mode

moves upshifts to higher engine speeds to
reduce the frequency of transmission
shifting. This mode also provides engine
braking in all forward gears, which slows
your vehicle and assists you in controlling
your vehicle when descending a slope. The
amount of downshift braking provided
varies based on the amount you press the
brake pedal.

TRAIL

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For off-road driving on muddy,
rutted, soft, or uneven terrain.
This mode lowers throttle

response to enhance low speed vehicle
control when driving off road. Additionally,
the mode optimizes traction and stability
control settings, helping the vehicle to
maintain forward momentum through
loose deformable surfaces.

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REAR UNDER FLOOR
STORAGE

Spare Tire Cover

(If Equipped)

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The system is in the floor of the cargo area.

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Remove the additional cover to access the
spare tire and fuel filler.

Adjustable Load Floor

(If Equipped)

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Vehicles with the standard size spare tire
can adjust the load floor to two positions.
At the high position, you can place the front
of the load floor on the ledge behind the
rear seat and on the ledge of the liftgate
scuff trim. At the low position, you can tuck
the front of the load floor into the lower
forward area of the spare tire cover and
rest the load floor on top of the spare tire
cover, or spare tire cover weather mat.

CARGO NETS

WARNING:

This net is not designed

to restrain objects during a collision or
heavy braking.

The cargo net secures lightweight objects
in the cargo area. Attach the net to the
anchors provided. Repeat the attachment
on both sides of the vehicle.

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Load Carrying

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LUGGAGE COVERS

WARNING:

Make sure that the

posts are properly latched in mounting
features. The cover may cause injury in
a sudden stop or accident if it is not
securely installed.

WARNING:

Do not place any

objects on the cargo area shade. They
may obstruct your vision or strike
occupants of your vehicle in a sudden
stop or crash.

Use the cargo shade to cover items in the
cargo area of your vehicle.

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Insert the ends of the cargo shade into the
mounting features located behind the rear
seat on the rear trim panels to install the
cargo shade.

To operate the cargo shade:

Pull the rear edge of the cargo shade
rearward.

2. Secure both ends of the support rod

into the retention slots located on the
rear quarter trim panels.

ROOF RACKS AND LOAD
CARRIERS

WARNING:

When loading the roof

racks, we recommend you evenly
distribute the load, as well as maintain
a low center of gravity. Loaded vehicles,
with higher centers of gravity, may
handle differently than unloaded
vehicles. Take extra precautions, such
as slower speeds and increased stopping
distance, when driving a heavily loaded
vehicle.

For correct roof rack system function, you
must place loads directly on crossbars
affixed to the roof rack side rails. When
using the roof rack system, we recommend
you use Ford Genuine Accessory crossbars
designed specifically for your vehicle.

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