Ford Escape (2018 year). Manual — part 45

Automatic Cancellation

Note: If the engine speed drops too low, an
audible warning sounds and a message
appears in the information display.
Automatic braking releases.

The system does not operate below
12 mph (20 km/h).

Automatic cancellation can also occur if:
•

The tires lose traction.

•

The engine speed is too low.

•

You apply the parking brake.

Hilly Condition Usage

Note: An audible alarm sounds and the
system shuts down if it applies brakes for
an extended period of time. This allows the
brakes to cool. The system functions
normally again after the brakes cool.

Select a lower gear when the system is
active in situations such as prolonged
downhill driving on steep grades, for
example in mountainous areas. The
system needs additional engine braking in
these situations to reduce the load on the
vehicle’s regular brake system to prevent
it from overheating.

Switching Adaptive Cruise Control
Off

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

Press the cruise control button when the
system is in standby mode, or switch the
ignition off.

Detection Issues

WARNINGS

On rare occasions, detection issues
can occur due to the road
infrastructures, for example bridges,

tunnels and safety barriers. In these cases,
the system may brake late or
unexpectedly. At all times, you are
responsible for controlling your vehicle,
supervising the system and intervening, if
required.

If the system malfunctions, have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.

The radar sensor has a limited field of view.
It may not detect vehicles at all or detect
a vehicle later than expected in some
situations. The lead vehicle graphic does
not illuminate if the system does not
detect a vehicle in front of you.

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Detection issues can occur:

When driving on a different line
than the vehicle in front.

A

With vehicles that edge into your
lane. The system can only detect
these vehicles once they move
fully into your lane.

B

There may be issues with the
detection of vehicles in front
when driving into and coming out
of a bend or curve in the road.

C

In these cases, the system may brake late
or unexpectedly. You should stay alert and
take action when necessary.

If something hits the front end of your
vehicle or damage occurs, the
radar-sensing zone may change. This could
cause missed or false vehicle detection.

System Not Available

The system may not turn on if there is:
•

A blocked sensor.

•

High brake temperature.

•

A failure in the system or a related
system.

Blocked Sensor

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Note: You cannot see the sensor. It is
behind a fascia panel.

A message displays if something obstructs
the radar signals from the sensor. The
sensor is in the lower grille. The system
cannot detect a vehicle ahead and does
not function when something blocks the
sensor.

Possible Causes and Actions for This Message Displaying:

Action

Cause

Clean the grille surface in front of the radar
or remove the object causing the obstruc-
tion.

The surface of the radar is dirty or
obstructed.

Wait a short time. It may take several
minutes for the radar to detect that it is free
from obstruction.

The surface of the radar is clean but the
message remains in the display.

Do not use the system in these conditions
because it may not detect any vehicles
ahead.

Heavy rain or snow is interfering with the
radar signals.

Do not use the system in these conditions
because it may not detect any vehicles
ahead.

Water, snow or ice on the surface of the
road may interfere with the radar signals.

Wait a short time or switch to normal cruise
control.

You are in a desert or remote area with no
other vehicles and no roadside objects.

Due to the nature of radar technology, it is possible to get a blockage warning with no
actual block. This happens, for example, when driving in sparse rural or desert
environments. A false blocked condition either self clears, or clears after you restart your
vehicle.

Switching to Normal Cruise
Control

WARNING

Normal cruise control will not brake
when your vehicle is approaching
slower vehicles. Always be aware of

which mode you have selected and apply
the brakes when necessary.

You can change from adaptive cruise
control to normal cruise control through
the information display.

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The cruise control indicator light
replaces the adaptive cruise
control indicator light if you

select normal cruise control. The gap
setting does not display, and the system
does not respond to lead vehicles.
Automatic braking remains active to
maintain set speed.

DRIVER ALERT

(If Equipped)

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

WARNINGS

The system is designed to aid the
driver. It is not intended to replace
your attention and judgment. You are

still responsible to drive with due care and
attention.

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.

The system may not function if the
sensor is blocked.

Take regular rest breaks if you feel
tired. Do not wait for the system to
warn you.

Certain driving styles may result in
the system warning you even if you
are not feeling tired.

In cold and severe weather
conditions the system may not
function. Rain, snow and spray can

all limit sensor performance.

The system will not operate if the
sensor cannot track the road lane
markings.

If damage occurs in the immediate
area surrounding the sensor, have
your vehicle checked as soon as

possible.

Note: The system may not operate correctly
if you modify the ride height.

Note: Keep the windshield free from
obstructions. For example, bird droppings,
insects and snow or ice.

Note: If the camera is blocked or if the
windshield is damaged, the system may not
function.

Note: If enabled in the menu, the system
activates at speeds above 40 mph
(64 km/h). When below the activation
speed, the information display informs the
driver that the system is unavailable.

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The system automatically monitors your
driving behavior using various inputs
including the front camera sensor.

If the system detects that your driving
alertness is reduced below a certain
threshold, the system alerts you using a
chime and a message in the information
display.

USING DRIVER ALERT

Switching the System On and Off

Switch the system on or off using the
information display. See General
Information (page 92).

When active, the system monitors your
alertness level based upon your driving
behavior in relation to the lane markings
and other factors.

System Warnings

Note: The system does not issue warnings
below approximately 40 mph (64 km/h).