Ford Excursion (2000 year). Manual — part 5

4WD CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

This control operates the 4WD.
Refer to the Driving chapter for
more information.

Reverse sensing system (if equipped)

The reverse sensing system (RSS) sounds a tone to warn the driver of
obstacles near the rear bumper when the reverse gear is selected.

To help avoid personal injury, please read and understand the
limitations on the reverse sensing system described below.

Reverse sensing is only an assist for some (generally large and fixed)
objects when moving in reverse on a flat surface at “parking speeds” of
approximately 6 km/h (4 mph) or less. The weather may also affect the
function of RSS. RSS may have reduced performance, or be activated
in inclement weather. It is the driver’s responsibility for ensuring that
their path is clear when operating the vehicle.

To help avoid personal injury, always use caution when in
reverse and when using the reverse sensing system.

This system is not designed to prevent contact with small or
moving objects. The system is designed to provide a warning to

assist the driver in detecting large stationary objects to avoid damaging
the vehicle. The system may not detect smaller objects, particularly
those close to the ground.

The RSS will assist the driver in detecting certain objects while the
vehicle slowly moves in reverse at speeds less than 6 km/h (4 mph). The
RSS is not effective at speeds greater than 6 km/h (4 mph) and may not
detect certain angular or moving objects.

4X4

HIGH

2WD

4X4

LOW

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The reverse sensing system detects
obstacles within approximately 1.8
meters (5.9 ft.) of the rear bumper
with a decreased coverage area at
the outer corners of the bumper,
(refer to the figures for approximate
zone coverage areas). As you move
closer to the obstacle, the rate of
the tone increases. When the
distance to the obstacle is less than
25.0 cm (10 in.), the tone will sound
continuously. If the system detects a
stationary or receding object further
than 25.0 cm (10 in.) from the side
of the vehicle, the tone will sound
for only three seconds. Once the
system detects an object
approaching, the tone will sound
again.

The reverse sensing system is
automatically enabled when the gear
selector is placed in R (Reverse)
and the ignition is ON. A reverse
sensing control allows the driver to
disable the reverse sensing system when the ignition is ON, and the gear
selector is in R (Reverse).

The OFF indicator remains illuminated when the system is disabled. The
system defaults to ON every time the reverse gear is selected. Press the
control to disable or enable the system.

The indicator will remain illuminated to indicate a failure of the reverse
sensing system.

Always keep the sensors (located on the rear bumper/fascia) free
from dirt, snow and ice (do not clean the sensors with sharp
objects). These elements may cause the system to operate
inaccurately.

If the vehicle sustains damage to the rear bumper/fascia, leaving
it misaligned or bent, the sensing zone may be altered causing
inaccurate measurement of obstacles.

OFF

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AUXILIARY POWER POINT

The power point is an additional power source for electrical accessories.

Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter. Use
the powerpoint.

The maximum current draw of any single power point is 20 Amps.
Exceeding this limit may result in a blown fuse.

There are up to four auxiliary power points in the following locations:
• Located on the instrument panel.

• Located on the back side of the

center console (Accessible from
the second row seats).

• Located in the left side storage

compartment in the third row
seating position.

POWER POINT

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• Located on the right trim panel in

the rear cargo area.

CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM

Manual heating and air conditioning system

Fan speed control

Controls the volume of air circulated
in the vehicle.

Temperature control knob

Controls the temperature of the
airflow inside the vehicle.

Mode selector control

Controls the direction of the airflow
to the inside of the vehicle.

The air conditioning compressor can operate in all modes except
and

. However, the air conditioning will only function if the outside

temperature is about 10°C (50°F) or higher.

OFF

A/C

MAX

A/C

OFF

A/C

MAX

A/C

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