Ford Escape: Pre-Collision Assist / Distance Alert. Automatic Emergency Braking
Distance Alert
What Is Distance Alert
The system alerts you with a warning lamp
if the distance to the vehicle ahead is
small.
Note: The warning lamp does not
illuminate if cruise control or adaptive cruise
control is active.
Adjusting the Sensitivity of Distance Alert
To adjust the sensitivity of the system, use
the touchscreen:
- Press Settings on the touchscreen.
- Press Driver Assistance.
- Press Pre-Collision Assist.
- Press Alert Sensitivity.
- Press a setting.
Automatic Emergency Braking
What Is Automatic Emergency Braking
Automatic emergency braking may
activate if the system determines that a
collision is imminent. The system may help
reduce impact damage to avoid the crash
completely.
Automatic emergency braking is only
available up to certain speeds.
Switching Automatic Emergency Braking On and Off
To switch the system on or off, use the
touchscreen:
- Press Settings on the touchscreen.
- Press Driver Assistance.
- Press Pre-Collision Assist.
- Press Active Braking.
- Switch the feature on or off.
What Is Distance Indication
Distance indication displays the gap
between your vehicle and the vehicle
ahead of you.
Note: The graphic does not display if you
switch on cruise control or adaptive cruise
control...
(If Equipped)
What Is Evasive Steering Assist
If your vehicle is rapidly approaching a road
user, evasive steering assist helps you steer
around the road user...
Other information:
Updating the System Using a USB Drive
Downloading an Update
Go to the SYNC update page on the
local Ford website.
Download the update.Note: The website notifies you if an update
is available.
Insert a USB drive into your computer.Note: The USB drive needs to
be empty and
meet the minimum requirements detailed
on the website...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
Do not pull the engine appearance cover forward or
sideways to remove. Failure to press straight upward on the underside of
the cover at the attachment points may result in damage to the cover or
engine components...