Ford Escape: Driver Alert / Switching Driver Alert On and Off. Driver Alert Indicators
Switching Driver Alert On and Off
- Press Settings on the touchscreen.
- Press Driver Assistance.
- Switch Driver Alert on or off.
Note: The system remains on or off
depending on how it was last set.
Resetting Driver Alert
You can reset the system by either:
- Switching the ignition off and on.
- Stopping the vehicle and then opening
and closing the driver door.
Driver Alert Indicators
System Warnings
The warning system has two stages:
- A temporary warning is issued to advise
you to take a rest. This message only
appears for a short time.
- If you do not rest and the system
continues to detect that your driving
deteriorates, it issues a further warning.
This remains in the instrument cluster
display until you cancel it.
Note: The system does not warn you if the
vehicle speed falls below approximately
40 mph (65 km/h).
How Does Driver Alert Work
Driver Alert calculates your alertness level
based on your driving behavior in relation
to the lane markings and other factors
through use of the front camera sensor
behind the interior mirror...
Driver Alert – Information Messages
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Other information:
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Removal
NOTE:
Left hand (LH) shown, right hand (RH) similar.
NOTE:
Typical interior rear door handle latch release cable clip shown, others similar.
Remove the rear door trim panel.
Refer to: Rear Door Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation)
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NOTE:
Make sure to note the routing and attachment points
of the cables to ensure correct operation of th..