Ford F-550 (2022 year). Manual in english — page 15

WHAT IS HILL START ASSIST

Hill Start Assist makes it easier for you to
pull away when your vehicle is on a slope
without using the parking brake.

HOW DOES HILL START
ASSIST WORK

When the system activates, your vehicle
remains stationary for a few seconds after
you release the brake pedal. This gives you
time to move your foot from the brake
pedal to the accelerator pedal. The brakes
release when the engine has developed
sufficient torque to prevent your vehicle
from rolling down the slope.

HILL START ASSIST
PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

The system does not

replace the parking brake. When you
leave your vehicle, always apply the
parking brake.

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 system turns off if

there is a malfunction or if you
excessively rev the engine.

HILL START ASSIST –
TROUBLESHOOTING

HILL START ASSIST –
INFORMATION MESSAGES

Action

Message

Displays when

system is not avail-

able. Have your

vehicle checked as

soon as possible.

Hill Start Assist Not

Available

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Hill Start Assist

WHAT IS TRACTION CONTROL

The traction control system helps to avoid
drive wheel spin and loss of traction.

HOW DOES TRACTION
CONTROL WORK

If your vehicle begins to slide, the system
applies the brakes to individual wheels
and, when needed, reduces engine power
at the same time. If the wheels spin when
accelerating on slippery or loose surfaces,
the system reduces engine power in order
to increase traction.

SWITCHING TRACTION
CONTROL ON AND OFF

WARNING:

Operating your vehicle

with the traction control disabled could
lead to an increased risk of loss of vehicle
control, vehicle rollover, personal injury
and death.

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The traction control system turns on each
time you switch the ignition on.

The button for the stability and traction
control system is on the instrument panel.

Press and release the button to switch
traction control off. The stability control
system remains fully active, to switch it off,
press and hold the button for a few
seconds, then release.

When you switch traction control off, a
message and an illuminated icon appear
on the instrument cluster.

Press the switch again to turn the traction
control system back on to normal
operation.

If your vehicle is stuck in mud or snow,
switching traction control off may be
beneficial as this allows the wheels to spin.

Your vehicle may have MyKey restrictions
regarding this feature. See

What Is

MyKey

(page 77).

TRACTION CONTROL
INDICATOR

Stability and Traction Control
Indicator

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If the indicator does not
illuminate when you switch the
ignition on, or remains on when

the engine is running, this indicates a
malfunction. Have your vehicle checked
by an authorized dealer as soon as
possible.

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The traction control off indicator
illuminates when you switch the
traction control system off, or

when an alternative stability control mode
is selected that requires the traction
control off depending on the drive mode
selected.

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Traction Control

TRACTION CONTROL – TROUBLESHOOTING

TRACTION CONTROL – INFORMATION MESSAGES

Action

Message

The system detects a condition that requires service. Contact

an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Service AdvanceTrac

The status of the AdvanceTrac system after you switched it

off.

AdvanceTrac Off

The status of the AdvanceTrac system after you switched it

on.

AdvanceTrac On

The status of the traction control system after you switched

it off.

Traction Control Off

The status of the traction control system after you switched

it on.

Traction Control On

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Traction Control

HOW DOES STABILITY
CONTROL WORK

WARNING:

Vehicle modifications

involving braking system, aftermarket
roof racks, suspension, steering system,
tire construction and wheel and tire size
may change the handling characteristics
of your vehicle and may adversely affect
the performance of the electronic
stability control system. In addition,
installing any stereo speakers may
interfere with and adversely affect the
electronic stability control system.
Reducing the effectiveness of the
electronic stability control system could
lead to an increased risk of loss of vehicle
control, vehicle rollover, personal injury
and death.

WARNING:

Remember that even

advanced technology cannot defy the
laws of physics. It's always possible to
lose control of a vehicle due to
inappropriate driver input for the
conditions. Aggressive driving on any
road condition can cause you to lose
control of your vehicle increasing the risk
of personal injury or property damage.
Activation of the electronic stability
control system is an indication that at
least some of the tires have exceeded
their ability to grip the road; this could
reduce the operator's ability to control
the vehicle potentially resulting in a loss
of vehicle control, vehicle rollover,
personal injury and death.

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.

If a driving condition activates either the
stability control or traction control you may
experience the following conditions:

The stability and traction control light
flashes.

Your vehicle slows down.

Reduced engine power.

The stability control system has several
features built into it to help you maintain
control of your vehicle:

Electronic Stability Control

Electronic stability control enhances your
vehicle’s ability to prevent skids or lateral
slides by applying brakes to one or more
of the wheels individually and, if necessary,
reducing engine power.

Roll Stability Control

Roll stability control enhances your
vehicle’s ability to prevent rollovers by
detecting your vehicle’s roll motion and
the rate at which it changes by applying
the brakes to one or more wheels
individually.

Curve Control

Curve control enhances your vehicle’s
ability to follow the road when cornering
severely or avoiding objects in the roadway.
Curve control operates by reducing engine
power and, if necessary, applying brakes
to one or more of the wheels individually.

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Stability Control

Side Wind Stabilization

Side wind stabilization is an advanced
feature that works by carefully applying
the brakes on one side of the vehicle to
reduce the effect of a side wind gust on
the vehicle's path.

Torque Vectoring by Brakes

Torque vectoring control applies brake
torque on the inner driven wheel in a curve
for better traction to avoid an understeer,
or oversteer situation. Unlike electronic
stability control, enhanced torque
vectoring control does not slow the
vehicle. It helps control excessive wheel
slip and gives the vehicle improved
cornering agility.

Traction Control

Traction control enhances your vehicle’s
ability to maintain traction of the wheels
by detecting and controlling wheel spin.
See

What Is Traction Control

(page 247).

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Vehicle without stability control
skidding off its intended route.

A

Vehicle with stability control
maintaining control on a slippery
surface.

B

SWITCHING STABILITY
CONTROL ON AND OFF

The system turns on each time you switch
the ignition on.

You can switch the electronic stability
control system off by pressing and holding
the ESC off button for over 5 seconds, or
you can press the button again to switch
the system on.

Shifting the transmission into reverse (R)
will disable the system.

You can switch the traction control system
off or on independently. See

Switching

Traction Control On and Off

(page 247).

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Stability Control

Stability Control and Traction Control with Roll Stability Control

Traction Control

System

3

Electronic

Stability

Control

3

Roll Stability

Control

3

Stability Control

OFF Light

Enabled

Enabled

3

Enabled

Illuminated
during bulb

check

Default at start-

up

Disabled

1

Enabled

3

Enabled

illuminated

Button pressed

momentarily

Disabled

1

Disabled

2

Enabled

illuminated

Button Pressed

and held for 5 -

15 seconds

Disabled

1

Disabled

Enabled

illuminated

Button not

pressed and

transfer case is

switched to 4x4

Low or put into

Rock Crawl

Mode

1

The Traction Control system can still be enabled but with tighter or looser thresholds.

2

When you press and hold the button, a progress bar will display to show the button hold

time progress.

3

Functions can vary depending on what selectable drive mode the vehicle is currently in.

STABILITY CONTROL
INDICATOR

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If it does not illuminate when you
switch the power on, or remains
on, this indicates a malfunction.

Have your vehicle checked by an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.

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Stability Control

WHAT IS TRAIL CONTROL

WARNING:

The system does not

control speed in low traction conditions
or extremely steep slopes. 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
personal injury.

Trail control lets you focus on steering
during low-speed and off-road use by
controlling your vehicle's acceleration and
braking to maintain the speed that you set.

You may hear a noise from the anti-lock
brake system pump motor when you use
the system. This is normal.

SWITCHING TRAIL CONTROL
ON AND OFF

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Press the button.

The system switches off if you press the
button again or exceed 40 mph (64 km/h).

SETTING THE TRAIL CONTROL
SPEED

Note:

The buttons are located on the

steering wheel.

Drive to your preferred speed.

Press button to increase the set
current speed.

Press button to decrease the set
current speed.

Note:

The indicator changes color.

You can adjust the set speed in small or
large increments. Press the toggle button
upward or downward once to adjust the
set speed in small increments. Press and
hold the toggle button upward or
downward to adjust the set speed in large
increments.

You can also adjust the set speed by
braking.

Note:

Pressing the brake pedal does not

switch off the system.

CANCELING THE SET SPEED

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Press the button.

TRAIL CONTROL INDICATORS

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Trail Control

(If Equipped)

TRAIL CONTROL – TROUBLESHOOTING

TRAIL CONTROL – INFORMATION MESSAGES

Details

Message

Displays when you must reduce your vehicle speed to

use trail control.

Reduce Speed To Enter Trail

Control

Displays when you must release the park brake to use

trail control.

Trail Control Not Available with

Park Brake Applied

Displays when you must switch off the trailer backup

assist to use trail control.

Trail Control Not Available

While Pro Trailer Backup

Assist™ Active

Displays when you successfully enabled trail control

and can set a speed with the Set+ or Set- control.

Trail Control Enabled Use SET

Button to Set Speed

Displays when a system fault has occurred when trail

control was active and the driver must resume control.

Trail Control Off Driver Resume

Control

Displays when the system has turned off.

Trail Control Off

Displays when a system fault is present. See the trail

control section in your Owner's Manual. See your

authorized dealer for diagnosis.

Trail Control Fault See Manual

Displays when you must be in drive (D), neutral (N) or

reverse (R) to use trail control.

Trail Control To Activate Select

Gear

Displays when you must switch the cruise control off

to use trail control.

Trail Control Not Available with

Cruise Control Active

Displays when you must close the driver door to use

trail control.

Trail Control Not Available with

Driver Door Open

Displays when the system detects you may be stuck

in sand and recommends using trail control on to the

lowest set speed. Doing this could slowly pull sand

under the tires to free the vehicle.

Set Trail Control to 1 MPH to Aid

in Getting Unstuck in Sand

Set Trail Control to 2 km/h to

Aid in Getting Unstuck in Sand

Due to some driver action, Trail Control propulsion was
turned off but the vehicle will still brake if descending
a hill. The driver must press the Trail Control switch to

turn the feature OFF, they can then turn it back on.

Descent Control Now Active

Press Trail Control Switch To

Exit

Displays when you must have the seatbelt on to use

trail control.

Trail Control Not Available with

Seatbelt Off

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Trail Control

(If Equipped)

WHAT IS HILL DESCENT
CONTROL

Hill descent control allows the driver to set
and maintain vehicle speed while
descending steep slopes in various surface
conditions.

HOW DOES HILL DESCENT
CONTROL WORK

Hill descent control can maintain vehicle
speeds on downhill slopes between
2–20 mph (3–32 km/h). Above 20 mph
(32 km/h), the system remains on but the
descent speed cannot be set or
maintained.

Note:

The system does not function below

2 mph (3 km/h).

The system requires a cool down interval
after a period of sustained use. Hill descent
control provides a warning in the message
center and a tone sounds when the system
is about to disengage for cooling. At this
time, manually apply the brakes as needed
to maintain descent speed.

Note:

The amount of time that the system

can remain active before cooling varies with
conditions.

HILL DESCENT CONTROL
PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

The system does not

control speed in low traction conditions
or extremely steep slopes. 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
personal injury.

WARNING:

Hill descent control

cannot control descent in all surface
conditions and circumstances, such as
ice or extremely steep grades. Hill
descent control is a driver assist system
and cannot substitute for good judgment
by the driver. Failure to do so may result
in loss of vehicle control, crash or serious
injury.

WARNING:

The system does not

replace the parking brake. When you
leave your vehicle, always apply the
parking brake and shift the transmission
into park (P) for automatic transmission
or first gear for manual transmission.

SWITCHING HILL DESCENT
CONTROL ON AND OFF

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Press the button on the
instrument panel. A light
illuminates and a tone sounds

when the system is active.

SETTING THE HILL DESCENT
SPEED

To increase or decrease the descent speed,
press the accelerator or brake pedal, or use
the SET

+

and SET

-

buttons on the

steering wheel. Once you reach the
preferred speed remove your feet from the
pedals.

HILL DESCENT CONTROL
INDICATOR

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Illuminates when you switch hill
descent control on.

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Hill Descent Control

(If Equipped)

HILL DESCENT CONTROL – TROUBLESHOOTING

HILL DESCENT CONTROL – INFORMATION MESSAGES

Action

Message

Your vehicle speed requirement for off-road mode

entry has not been met.

For Hill Descent Reduce Speed

XX MPH/km/h or Less

You need to select a transmission gear for hill descent

mode.

For Hill Descent Select Gear

Hill descent control mode is deactivated and you must

resume control.

Hill Descent Driver Resume

Control

A hill descent system fault is present.

Hill Descent Control Fault

The hill descent system is cooling due to overuse.

Hill Descent Control Off System

Cooling

The hill descent system cannot activate while Cruise

Control is actively controlling speed.

Hill Descent Control not avail-

able with Cruise Control Active

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Hill Descent Control

(If Equipped)

HYDRAULIC POWER
STEERING

HYDRAULIC POWER STEERING
GUIDELINES

To help prevent damage to the power
steering system:

Do not hold the steering wheel at its
furthest turning points for more than
three to five seconds when the engine
is running.

Avoid continuously steering back and
forth with elevated engine RPM as this
may overheat the system. If trying to
free a stuck vehicle, pause between
attempts to allow the power steering
system to cool or seek assistance.
Typical steering and driving maneuvers
allow the system to cool.

Do not operate the vehicle if the power
steering pump fluid level is below the
MIN mark on the reservoir.

Some noise is normal during operation.
If excessive, check for low power
steering pump fluid level before
seeking service by your dealer.

Heavy or uneven efforts may be caused
by low power steering fluid. Check for
low power steering pump fluid level
before seeking service by your dealer.

Do not fill the power steering pump
reservoir above the MAX mark on the
reservoir, as this may result in leaks
from the reservoir.

If the power steering system breaks down
or if you switch the engine off, you can
steer the vehicle manually, but it takes
more effort.

If you have any steering components
serviced or replaced, install new fasteners.
Many fasteners have coatings with thread
adhesive, or have prevailing torque
features you cannot reuse. Do not reuse a
bolt or nut. Torque fasteners to
specifications.

Steering Tips

If the steering wanders or pulls, check for:

An improperly inflated tire.

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.

Electronic Torque Overlay Steering

(If Equipped)

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.

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Steering

The electronic torque overlay steering
system adds supplemental steering assist
to the hydraulic gear when needed,
dependent on vehicle conditions such as
vehicle speed, steering wheel angle, and
steering wheel torque. The hydraulic
steering system provides the majority of
steering assistance. The electronic torque
overlay enables features such as pro trailer
backup assistance and lane departure
warning.

If your vehicle loses electrical power while
you are driving, your vehicle loses electric
power steering assistance. The steering
system still operates, and you can steer
your vehicle with hydraulic assist. Steering
your vehicle with only hydraulic assist
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.

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. 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.

LOCATING THE HYDRAULIC
POWER STEERING FLUID
RESERVOIR

The hydraulic power steering fluid reservoir
is found in the engine compartment. See

Under Hood Overview

(page 397).

CHECKING THE HYDRAULIC
POWER STEERING FLUID

Check the power steering fluid. See

Scheduled Maintenance

(page 622). If

adding fluid is necessary, use only
MERCON LV ATF.

Check the fluid level when it is at ambient
temperature.

1.

Check the fluid level in the reservoir. It
should be between the MIN and MAX
range. Do not add fluid if the level is
within this range.

2. If the fluid level is low, add fluid to bring

the fluid level up to between the MIN
and MAX range.

3. Switch the engine on.
4. While the engine idles, turn the steering

wheel left and right several times.

5. Switch the engine off.
6. Recheck the fluid level in the reservoir.

Do not add fluid if the level is between
the MIN and MAX range.

7.

If the fluid is low, add fluid in small
amounts, continuously checking the
level until it is between the MIN and
MAX range. For proper fluid type, See

Capacities and Specifications

(page

467). Be sure to put the cap back on the
reservoir.

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Steering

HYDRAULIC POWER STEERING
ADAPTIVE STEERING

Note:

The adaptive steering system has

diagnostic checks that continuously monitor
the system. If the system detects a fault, a
message displays in the information display.
If a red warning message displays, stop your
vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. The
message may clear if the fault is no longer
present. If an adaptive steering system
warning message appears each time you
start your vehicle, have the system checked
as soon as possible.

The adaptive steering system continually
changes the steering ratio with changes to
vehicle speed, optimizing the steering
response in all conditions. The system also
changes when you switch on the
transmission tow/haul feature. When you
select the tow/haul button, the adaptive
steering system reduces vehicle sensitivity
to steering inputs at higher vehicle speeds,
while maintaining the ease of parking and
maneuverability at low speeds.

Note:

The adaptive steering system is

designed with a locking device. With the
lock engaged, the adaptive steering system
remains mechanically locked at a fixed
steering ratio. You may also notice a click
when you switch the vehicle on or after you
switch it off, as the lock disengages or
engages.

Note:

If your vehicle loses electrical power

or detects a fault when you are driving, the
system automatically shuts down and you
retain normal steering function with a fixed
steering ratio. During this time, it is possible
that the steering wheel may not be straight
when the vehicle is driving straight ahead.
In addition, the driver may notice that the
steering wheel angle required to steer the
vehicle may be different.

Note:

During parking maneuvers, the

adaptive steering system balances the driver
workload for various steering wheel inputs
and vehicle loading conditions. Under
extreme operating conditions the system
locking device may engage. This strategy
prevents overheating and permanent
damage to the adaptive steering system.
Typical steering and driving maneuvers
allow the system to cool and return to
normal operation.

STEERING –
TROUBLESHOOTING

STEERING – WARNING
INDICATORS

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The adaptive steering system
indicator illuminates if the
system detects a fault during the

continuous diagnostic checks.

Note:

If a red warning message displays,

stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do
so.

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Steering

STEERING – INFORMATION MESSAGES

Action

Message

The power steering system has detected a

condition that requires service. Have your

vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Steering Fault Service Now

The power steering system is not working.
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Have your

vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Steering Loss Stop Safely

The power steering system has detected a

condition that requires service. Have your

vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Steering Assist Fault Service Required

The steering system has detected a condi-
tion that requires service. Have your vehicle

checked as soon as possible.

Steering Lock Malfunction Service Now

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Steering

PARKING AID PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

To help avoid personal

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

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:

Traffic control systems,

fluorescent lamps, inclement weather,
air brakes, external motors and fans may
affect the correct operation of the
sensing system. This may cause reduced
performance or false alerts.

WARNING:

The system may not

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

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.

WARNING:

The system may not

function if the sensor is blocked.

WARNING:

In cold and severe

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

WARNING:

If damage occurs in the

immediate area surrounding the sensor,
have your vehicle checked as soon as
possible.

Note:

If your vehicle sustains damage

leaving the sensors misaligned, this will
cause inaccurate measurements or false
alerts.

When you connect a trailer to your vehicle,
the rear parking aid detects the trailer and
provides an alert. Disable the parking aid
when you connect a trailer to prevent the
alert.

Note:

Certain add-on devices installed

around the bumper or fascia may create
false alerts, for example, large trailer
hitches, bike or surfboard racks, license plate
brackets, bumper covers or any other device
that could block the normal detection zone
of the parking aid system. Aftermarket spare
tires or spare tire covers mounted to the rear
tailgate could cause false alerts from the
park aid system. Remove the add-on device
to prevent false alerts.

Note:

Keep the sensors free from snow, ice

and large accumulations of dirt. If the
sensors are covered, the system's accuracy
can be affected.

Do not clean the sensors with sharp
objects.

Note:

When using a programmed MyKey

you cannot switch this off. See

MyKey™

(page 77).

REAR PARKING AID

WHAT IS THE REAR PARKING AID

Rear parking sensors detect objects behind
your vehicle when in reverse (R).

REAR PARKING AID LIMITATIONS

There is a decreased coverage area at the
outer corners.

When using a programmed MyKey, you
cannot switch the rear parking aid off.

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Parking Aids

(If Equipped)

The rear parking aid sensors are active
when your vehicle is in reverse (R) and the
vehicle speed is less than 5 mph (8 km/h).

The sensor coverage area is up to 71 in
(180 cm) from the rear bumper.

The rear parking aid detects large objects
when you shift into reverse (R) and any of
the following occur:

Your vehicle is moving backward at a
low speed.

Your vehicle is stationary but an object
is approaching the rear of your vehicle
at a low speed.

Your vehicle is moving backward at a
low speed and an object is moving
towards your vehicle, for example
another vehicle at a low speed.

LOCATING THE REAR PARKING
AID SENSORS

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The rear parking aid sensors are in the rear
bumper.

REAR PARKING AID AUDIBLE
WARNINGS

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 rear bumper.

If your vehicle remains stationary for a few
seconds, the audible warning turns off. If
your vehicle moves backward the tone
sounds again.

Note:

When the parking aid system sounds

a tone, the audio system could reduce the
set volume.

PARKING AIDS –
TROUBLESHOOTING

PARKING AIDS – INFORMATION
MESSAGES

If a fault is present in the parking aids, a
warning message appears in the
instrument cluster or the information and
entertainment display.

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Parking Aids

(If Equipped)

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