Using Adaptive Speed Control System; Turning The Adaptive Speed Control System On; Adjustment Of Drive Speed - Ford F-MAX User Manual

OPERATION
Driving
Using Adaptive Speed Control
System
Always pay attention to changing road
conditions, especially when adaptive
speed control system is used. The use of
an adaptive cruise control system does
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not replace careful driving. Otherwise, you
may cause an accident that could result in
serious injuries or death.
Do not use the adaptive cruise control
system when entering or exiting a
highway, at intersections or roads with
roundabouts, at traffi c with no vehicle, or
on rolling, slippery, unpaved roads or steep
slopes.
Do not use the system in the case of bad
visibility, for example when there is fog,
heavy rain, drizzle or snow.
Do not use tires with dimensions other
than those recommended as the normal
operation of the system may be aff ected.
If you use the system, you may lose control
of the car in such a way that may result in
serious injuries.
The adaptive cruise control system may
not detect vehicles that are stationary or
moving at a speed of less than 10 km/h.
The adaptive cruise control system does
not detect the pedestrians or objects on
the road.
The adaptive cruise control system does
not detect oncoming vehicles at the same
lane.
The adaptive cruise control system is not a
collision warning or prevention system.
The system helps you to maintain the
distance between you and the vehicle
in front of you. The system adjusts the
vehicle speed to maintain the distance
between your car and the vehicle in front
of you. The system applies brakes to slow
down your vehicle in order to maintain the
distance with the vehicle in front of you.
Note: It is your responsibility to stay alert,
drive safely and be in control of the vehicle
at all times.
Controls of the adaptive speed control
system are located on the steering wheel.
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Turning the Adaptive Speed Control
System on
Press and release the switch.
Gray indicator light is displayed on the
information display. System is now at
stand-by.
Indicator, current distance setting and the
set speed are displayed on the information
display.

Adjustment of Drive Speed

Accelerate to the desired speed.
Push the button up to set the
current speed.
1- Take your foot off the acceleration
pedal.
2- Green indicator light and the current
distance setting shall be displayed