Ford 2013 Flex Owner's Manual page 121

Information Displays
AdvanceTrac /
Traction Control
Messages
Service AdvanceTrac
Traction control off
Trailer Sway Reduce
Speed
Alarm/Security
Messages
To Stop Alarm, Start
Vehicle
AWD Messages
AWD Off
Check AWD
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Action / Description
Displayed when the AdvanceTrac system has
detected a condition that requires service.
Contact your authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
Displayed when the traction control has been
disabled by the driver.
Displayed when the trailer sway control has
detected trailer sway.
Action / Description
Displayed when the perimeter alarm system is
armed and the vehicle is entered using the key
on the driver's side door. In order to prevent
the perimeter alarm system from triggering,
the ignition must be turned to start or on
before the 12 second chime expires.
Action / Description
Displayed when the AWD system has been
automatically disabled to protect itself. This is
caused by operating the vehicle with the
compact spare tire installed or if the system is
overheating. The AWD system will resume
normal function and clear this message after
driving a short distance with the road tire
re-installed or after the system is allowed to
cool.
Displayed in conjunction with the Throttle
Control/Transmission/AWD light when the AWD
system is not operating properly. If the warning
stays on or continues to come on, contact your
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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