Ford Escape 2014 Owner's Manual page 149

Press and release CAN or tap the brake
pedal. The set speed does not erase.
Resuming the Set Speed
Note: Only use resume if you are aware of
the set speed and intend to return to it.
Press and release RES. Your vehicle speed
returns to the previously set speed and gap
setting. The set speed displays
continuously in the information display
when the system is active.
Switching Adaptive Cruise Control
Off
Note: You erase the set speed and gap
setting when you switch the system off.
Press and release OFF when the system is
in standby mode or switch the ignition off.
Automatic Cancellation
Note: If the engine speed drops too low a
message appears in the information display.
Shift to a lower gear (manual transmission
only) to avoid automatic cancellation.
Note: The system will not operate when
traction control is off.
The system is dependent on various other
systems, for example anti-lock braking
system and electronic stability program.
When a safety system has a malfunction
or is reacting to an emergency, the system
will automatically switch off.
The system does not operate below
20 km/h. An audible warning sounds and
the automatic braking releases if the
vehicle drops below this speed.
Automatic cancellation can also occur if:
• Your vehicle speed falls below
approximately 25 km/h.
• The tires lose traction.
• The brake temperature is too high, for
example when driving on mountainous
or hilly roads.
Escape/Kuga (CBS) Australia, Vehicles Built From: 08-09-2014, TF 19A321 AD enAUS
Cruise Control
• The engine speed is too low.
• The radar sensor is covered.
• You apply the parking brake.
Hilly Condition Usage
Note: An audible alarm sounds and the
system shuts down if it is applying brakes
for an extended period of time. This allows
the brakes to cool. The system functions
normally again when the brakes cool.
Select a lower gear during prolonged
downhill driving on steep slopes, such as
mountainous areas, when the system is
active. In such situations, the system needs
additional engine braking to reduce the
load on the vehicle's regular brake system
to prevent the brakes from overheating.
Detection Issues
tunnels and safety barriers. In these cases,
the system may brake late or
unexpectedly. At all times, you are
responsible for controlling your vehicle,
supervising the system and intervening, if
required.
The radar sensor has a limited field of view.
It may not detect vehicles at all or detect
a vehicle later than expected in some
situations. The lead vehicle graphic does
not illuminate if the system does not
detect a vehicle in front of you.
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WARNINGS
On rare occasions, detection issues
can occur due to the road
infrastructures, for example bridges,
If the system malfunctions, have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.