Ford Escape: Collision Warning and Collision Avoidance System / Description and Operation - Collision Warning and Collision Avoidance System - Overview
Overview
The forward collision warning system works in conjunction with the ACC
system. The forward collision warning system alerts the driver of a
collision risk by illuminating the red warning indicator located in the
IPC information center and in the HUD . The IPC sends a request to the ACM to sound an audible warning chime.
Forward Collision Warning System With CCM
During a possible collision event, the CCM commands:
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the IPC to activate the red warning indicator in the information center.
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the IPC to activate the red warning indicator in the HUD .
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the IPC to activate the chime message.
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the ACM to mute audio volume and signal the chime.
Forward Collision Warning System Without CCM
During a possible collision event, the IPMA commands:
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the IPC to activate the red warning indicator in the information center.
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the IPC to activate the red warning indicator in the HUD .
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the IPC to activate the chime message.
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the ACM to mute audio volume and signal the chime.
System Operation
ACC With Pre-Collision Assist
Item
Description
1
ACM
2
RCM
3
CCM
4
IPC
5
BCM
6
GWM
7
ABS Module
8
IPMA
Network Message Chart
Network Input Messages - ACM
Broadcast Message
Originating Module
Message Purpose
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Other information:
Locating the Vehicle Identification Number
The vehicle identification number is on the
left-hand side of the instrument panel.
Note: In the illustration, XXXX is
representative of your vehicle identification
number.
Vehicle Identification Number Overview
The vehicle identification number contains
the following information:
World manufacturer identifier.
Brake system, gross vehicle
weigh..
The system delivers a driving experience
through a suite of sophisticated electronic
vehicle systems. These systems optimize
steering, handling and powertrain
response. This provides a single location
to control multiple systems performance
settings.
Changing the drive mode changes the
functionality of the following systems:
Electric power-assisted steering
system adjusts steering effor..