Ford RANGER 2019 Quick Reference Manual page 9

FUNCTION
BLIS® (BLIND SPOT INFORMATION SYSTEM) WITH TRAILER
TOW AND CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT*
BLIS aids you in detecting vehicles that may have entered into your
blind spot zone. The cross traffic alert feature warns you of vehicles
approaching from the sides when the transmission is in reverse (R).
BLIS and cross traffic alert will display a yellow indicator light in
your exterior mirrors. Cross traffic alert will also sound tones and
display messages to warn you from which direction vehicles are
approaching. Refer to the Driving Aids chapter in your Owner's Manual
for more information.
The Blind Spot Information System with Trailer Tow is designed to aid
you in detecting vehicles that may have entered the detection area
zone. The detection area is on both sides of your vehicle and trailer,
extending rearward from the exterior mirrors to the end of your trailer.
Once you have setup a trailer to work with the system through the
information display, your vehicle stores the information for up to
three trailers.
DRIVER ALERT*
The system automatically monitors your driving behavior using various
inputs including the front camera sensor.
If the system detects that your driving alertness is reduced below
a certain threshold, the system will alert you using a chime and a
message in the instrument cluster.
Switch the system on or off using the information display.
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PRE-COLLISION ASSIST*
If your vehicle is rapidly approaching another stationary vehicle, a
vehicle traveling in the same direction as yours, or a pedestrian
within your driving path, the system is designed to provide three levels
of functionality:
Alert: When active, a flashing visual warning appears and an audible
warning tone sounds.
Brake Support: The system is designed to help reduce the impact
speed by preparing the brakes for rapid braking. Brake support does
not automatically apply the brakes. If you press the brake pedal, the
system could apply additional braking up to maximum braking force,
even if you lightly press the brake pedal.
Active Braking: Active braking may activate if the system determines
that a collision is imminent. The system may help the driver reduce
impact damage or avoid the crash completely.
See the Driving Aids chapter in your Owner's Manual for safety
information, more details and limitations.
HILL START ASSIST
The system makes it easier to pull away when you park your vehicle
on a slope without using the parking brake. When active, this feature
allows your vehicle to remain stationary on a slope for up to two to
three seconds after you release the brake pedal. This short period
gives you time to move your foot to the accelerator and pull away. This
feature activates automatically if the sensors detect that the vehicle is
on a slope.
*If equipped
POWER POINTS*
12 volt DC power points and 110 volt AC power outlets may be
available in your vehicle. You can use them to power smaller electrical
devices. Run the vehicle for full capacity use of the power point.
You can use the 110 volt AC power outlet for these types of electric
devices: electric hand drills, rechargeable power tools, video games,
laptops and televisions. The 110 volt AC power outlet is on the rear of
the center console.
See the Auxiliary Power Points chapter in your Owner's Manual
for details.
FRONT AND REAR PARKING AIDS*
The sensors warn you if there is an object in front of or behind
the vehicle.
The rear sensors are active only when the transmission is in reverse (R).
The front sensors are active when the gearshift is in any position
other than park (P) and the vehicle is traveling at a low speed.
As the vehicle moves closer to the obstacle, the rate of the audible
warning increases.
NOTE: Visibility aids do not replace the need to watch where the
vehicle is moving.
Refer to your Owner's Manual for safety information, more details
and limitations.
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