Ford Escape: Pre-Collision Assist / Switching Pre-Collision Assist On and Off
You cannot switch the system off.
Adjusting the Pre-Collision Assist Settings
You can adjust the following settings by
using the touchscreen controls in the
pre-collision assist menu:
- Change alert and distance alert
sensitivity to one of three possible
settings.
- Switch distance indication and alert on
or off.
- If required, switch automatic
emergency braking on or off.
- If required, switch evasive steering
assist on or off.
Note: Automatic emergency braking and
evasive steering automatically turns on
every time you switch the ignition on.
Note: If you switch automatic emergency
braking off, evasive steering assist switches
off.
Pre-Collision Assist Precautions
WARNING: You are responsible for
controlling your vehicle at all times. The
system is designed to be an aid and does
not relieve you of your responsibility to
drive with due care and attention...
Camera.
Radar sensor (if equipped).
If a message regarding a blocked sensor
or camera appears in the information
display, something is obstructing the radar
signals or camera images...
Other information:
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
NOTE:
Network communication or missing network DTCs may result
from intermittent concerns, such as damaged wiring or low battery
voltage occurrences...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Fluid Container
Draining
Refer to: Brake and Clutch Systems Health and Safety Precautions (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
Remove the brake fluid reservoir cap...