Ford Focus (2017 year). Manual — part 39

REAR VIEW CAMERA

(If Equipped)

WARNINGS

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.

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.

Reverse your vehicle as slow as
possible, higher speeds may limit
your reaction time to stop your

vehicle.

Use caution when the liftgate is ajar.
If the liftgate is ajar, the camera will
be out of position and the video

image may be incorrect. All guidelines
disappear when the liftgate is ajar. Some
vehicles may not come equipped with
guidelines.

Use caution when turning camera
features on or off when the
transmission is not in park (P). Make

sure your vehicle is not moving.

The rear view camera system provides a
video image of the area behind your
vehicle.

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

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The camera is on the liftgate.

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: Helps align the center of
your vehicle with an object (for
example, a trailer).

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

Note: If the image comes on while the
transmission is not in reverse (R), have the
system checked as soon as possible.

Note: When towing, the camera only sees
what is being towed behind your vehicle.
This might not provide adequate coverage
as it usually provides in normal operation
and some objects might not be seen. In
some vehicles, the guidelines may disappear
once the trailer tow connector is engaged.

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

•

Nighttime or dark areas if one or both
reverse lamps are not operating.

•

The camera's view is obstructed by
mud, water or debris. Clean the lens
with a soft, lint-free cloth and
non-abrasive cleaner.

•

The rear of your vehicle is hit or
damaged, causing the camera to
become misaligned.

Access the rear view camera system
settings through the information display.
See General Information (page 91).

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

Camera Guidelines

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

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 the steering
wheel position is changed while reversing,
your vehicle might deviate from the original
intended path.

The fixed and active guidelines fade in and
out depending on the steering wheel
position. The active guidelines are not
shown when the steering wheel position
is straight.

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
exterior mirrors and rear view mirror to get
better coverage on both sides and rear of
your vehicle.

Manual Zoom

WARNING

When manual zoom is on, the full
area behind your vehicle may not
show. Be aware of your surroundings

when using the manual zoom feature.

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

Note: When manual zoom is enabled, only
the centerline is shown.

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 the transmission is shifted out
of reverse (R), the feature automatically
turns off and must be reset when it is used
again.

Selectable settings for this feature are +
and -. The default setting for the manual
zoom is OFF.

Rear Camera Delay (If Equipped)

When you shift the transmission out of
reverse (R) and into any gear while the rear
camera delay is active, the camera image
displays until:

•

Your vehicle speed sufficiently
increases.

•

You shift your vehicle into park (P).

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

Enhanced Park Aids

Note: The reverse sensing system is not
effective at speeds above 6 mph (10 km/h)
and may not detect certain angular or
moving objects.

When the sensing system detects an
object, it displays red, yellow and green
highlights at the top of the image. The alert
highlights all objects detected.

Selectable settings for this feature are ON
and OFF.

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

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).

USING CRUISE CONTROL

WARNINGS

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.

When you are going downhill, your
vehicle speed could increase above
the set speed. The system does not

apply the brakes.

Note: Cruise control disengages if the
vehicle speed decreases more than 10 mph
(16 km/h) below the set speed when driving
uphill.

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The cruise controls are on the steering
wheel.

Switching Cruise Control On

Press and release ON.

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The indicator appears in the
information display.

Setting the Cruise Speed

1.

Drive to desired speed.

2. Press and release SET+.

3. Take your foot off the accelerator

pedal.

Note: The indicator will change color.

Changing the Set Speed

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

•

Press and release SET+ or SET-. When
you select km/h as the display
measurement in the Information
display the set speed changes in
approximately 2 km/h increments.
When you select mph as the display
measurement in the information
display the set speed changes in
approximately 1 mph increments.

•

Press the accelerator or brake pedal
until you reach the desired speed. Press
and release SET+.

•

Press and hold SET+ or SET-. Release
the control when you reach the desired
speed.

Canceling the Set Speed

Press and release CAN or tap the brake
pedal. The set speed does not erase.

Resuming the Set Speed

Press and release RES.

Switching Cruise Control Off

Note: You erase the set speed when you
switch the system off.