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    							PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
    The traction control system helps avoid
    drive wheel spin and loss of traction.
    If your vehicle begins to slide, the system
    applies the brakes to individual wheels
    and, when needed, reduces engine power
    at the same time. If the wheels spin when
    accelerating on slippery or loose surfaces,
    the system reduces engine power in order
    to increase traction.
    USING TRACTION CONTROL
    WARNING
    The stability and traction control
    light illuminates steadily if the
    system detects a failure. Make sure
    you did not manually disable the traction
    control system using the switch. If the
    stability control and traction control light
    is still illuminating steadily, have the
    system serviced by an authorized dealer
    immediately. Operating your vehicle with
    traction control disabled could lead to an
    increased risk of loss of vehicle control,
    vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. The system automatically turns on each
    time you switch the ignition on.
    If your vehicle is stuck in mud or snow,
    switching traction control off may be
    beneficial as this allows the wheels to spin.
    Note:
    When you switch traction control off,
    stability control remains fully active. Switching the System Off The switch for the stability and traction
    control system is on the instrument panel.
    When you switch the system off, a
    message and an illuminated icon appear
    on the instrument cluster.
    Use the switch again to return the traction
    control system to normal operation.
    Your vehicle may have MyKey restrictions
    regarding this feature.  See Principle of
    Operation (page 59).
    System Indicator Lights and
    Messages The stability and traction control
    light temporarily illuminates on
    engine start-up and flashes:
    • When a driving condition activates
    either of the systems.
    • If a problem occurs in either of the
    systems. The stability and traction control
    off light temporarily illuminates
    on engine start-up and stays on:
    • When you switch the traction control
    system off.
    • When you select an alternative stability
    control mode.
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    							PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
    WARNINGS
    Vehicle modifications involving
    braking system, aftermarket roof
    racks, suspension, steering system,
    tire construction and wheel and tire size
    may change the handling characteristics
    of your vehicle and may adversely affect
    the performance of the electronic stability
    control system. In addition, installing any
    stereo loudspeakers may interfere with
    and adversely affect the electronic stability
    control system. Install any aftermarket
    stereo loudspeaker as far as possible from
    the front center console, the tunnel, and
    the front seats in order to minimize the risk
    of interfering with the electronic stability
    control sensors. Reducing the
    effectiveness of the electronic stability
    control system could lead to an increased
    risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle
    rollover, personal injury and death. Remember that even advanced
    technology cannot defy the laws of
    physics. It's always possible to lose
    control of a vehicle due to inappropriate
    driver input for the conditions. Aggressive
    driving on any road condition can cause
    you to lose control of your vehicle
    increasing the risk of personal injury or
    property damage. Activation of the
    electronic stability control system is an
    indication that at least some of the tires
    have exceeded their ability to grip the road;
    this could reduce the operator's ability to
    control the vehicle potentially resulting in
    a loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover,
    personal injury and death. If your electronic
    stability control system activates, SLOW
    DOWN. The system automatically turns on each
    time you switch the ignition on. If the stability control or traction control
    system detects a fault, the following may
    occur:
    •
    The stability and traction control light
    illuminates steadily.
    • The stability control and traction
    control systems do not enhance your
    vehicle's ability to maintain traction of
    the wheels.
    If the stability control or traction control
    system activates, the following may occur:
    • The stability and traction control light
    flashes.
    • Your vehicle slows down.
    • Reduced engine power.
    • A vibration in the brake pedal.
    • The brake pedal is stiffer than usual.
    • If the driving condition is severe and
    your foot is not on the brake pedal, the
    pedal may move as the system applies
    higher brake force.
    The stability control system has several
    features built into it to help you maintain
    control of your vehicle.
    Electronic Stability Control
    The system enhances your vehicle's ability
    to prevent skids or lateral slides by
    applying the brakes to one or more of the
    wheels individually and, if necessary,
    reducing engine power.
    Roll Stability Control
    The system enhances your vehicle's ability
    to prevent rollovers by detecting your
    vehicle's roll motion and the rate at which
    it changes by applying the brakes to one
    or more wheels individually.
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    							Side-Wind Stabilization
    The system applies the brakes on one side
    of your vehicle to reduce the effect of a
    sudden side-wind gust on your vehicle's
    path. When the system turns on, the
    stability and traction control light flashes,
    and a message may appear in the
    information display. You may notice a
    slight deceleration and may still need to
    make a steering correction to maintain the
    intended vehicle path. The system does
    not turn on for a continuous side-wind or
    during turns.
    Traction Control
    The system enhances your vehicle's ability
    to maintain traction of the wheels by
    detecting and controlling wheel spin. See
    Using Traction Control (page 208). Vehicle without stability control
    skidding off its intended route.
    A
    Vehicle with stability control
    maintaining control on a slippery
    surface.
    B
    USING STABILITY CONTROL
    AdvanceTrac ™ with Roll Stability
    Control ™ (RSC™)
    The system automatically turns on each
    time you switch the ignition on.
    You can switch the electronic stability
    control systems off.
    When you shift the transmission into
    reverse (R), the systems are disabled.
    You can switch the traction control system
    off or on independently.  See 
    Using
    Traction Control (page 208).
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    B
    BB
    B   
    						
    							AdvanceTrac with RSC Features
    Traction
    control system
    Electronic
    stabilitycontrol
    Roll stability
    control
    Stability
    control OFF light
    Button func-
    tions
    Enabled
    Enabled
    Enabled
    Illuminated
    during bulb check
    Default at start-
    up
    Disabled
    Enabled
    Enabled
    Illuminated
    Button pressed
    momentarily
    Disabled
    Disabled
    Enabled
    Illuminated
    Button pressed
    and held for
    more than 5 seconds
    Enabled with
    higher threshold target
    Enabled with
    higher threshold target
    Enabled
    Illuminated
    Double press  1
    Sport Mode
    Enabled
    Enabled
    Enabled
    Not illuminated
    Button pressed
    again after
    deactivation
    Disabled
    Disabled
    Disabled
    Illuminated
    Transfer case
    switched to 4WD Low
    1 On Raptor models the double press function to put your vehicle into sport mode is not
    available. You can access sport mode through the terrain management system. See
    Driving Aids in your Raptor Supplement.
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    							PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
    WARNINGS
    Hill descent control cannot control
    descent in all surface conditions and
    circumstances, such as ice or
    extremely steep grades. Hill descent
    control is a driver assist system and cannot
    substitute for good judgment by the driver.
    Failure to do so may result in loss of vehicle
    control, crash or serious injury. Hill descent control does not provide
    hill hold at zero miles per hour (0
    kilometers per hour). When stopped,
    you must apply the parking brake or place
    the vehicle in P (Park), or it may roll away. Hill descent control allows you to set and
    maintain vehicle speed while descending
    steep grades in various surface conditions.
    Hill descent control can maintain vehicle
    speeds on downhill grades between 2 mph
    (3 km/h) and 12 mph (20 km/h). Above 20
    mph (32 km/h), the system remains
    armed, but you cannot use the system to
    set or maintain the descent speed.
    Hill descent control requires a cooling
    down interval after a period of sustained
    use. The amount of time that the feature
    can remain active before cooling varies
    with conditions. The system provides a
    warning in the message center and a tone
    sounds when the system is about to
    disengage for cooling. At this time,
    manually apply the brakes as needed to
    maintain descent speed.
    USING HILL DESCENT
    CONTROL
    Press and release the hill
    descent button on the
    instrument panel. A light in the
    cluster illuminates and a tone sounds
    when you switch this on. To increase descent speed, press the
    accelerator pedal until you reach the speed
    you desire.  To decrease descent speed,
    press the brake pedal until you reach the
    speed you desire.
    When accelerating or decelerating, once
    you reach the descent speed you desire,
    remove your feet from the pedals and the
    hill descent control maintains the vehicle
    speed you chose.
    Note:
    You may observe a noise from the
    ABS pump motor during hill descent control
    operation. This is a normal characteristic of
    the ABS and is no reason for concern.
    Hill descent modes
    • At speeds between 
    2 mph (3 km/h)
    and 20 mph (32 km/h): When you
    press this button, the light flashes
    indicating this feature is active. Your
    vehicle maintains the speed you desire
    while in this mode.
    • At speeds between 
    20 mph (32 km/h)
    and 40 mph (64 km/h): When you
    press this button, the light is solid and
    a message appears in the information
    display indicating this feature is active.
    Your vehicle does not maintain the
    speed you desire and you cannot set
    your descent speed.
    • At speeds above 
    40 mph (64 km/h):
    When you press this button, the system
    turns this feature off and no light or
    message appears in the information
    display. You need to switch this feature
    back on to use.
    Refer to the Information Displays for
    additional hill descent control messages.
    See 
    Information Messages (page 126).
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    							PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
    WARNINGS
    To help avoid personal injury, please
    read and understand the limitations
    of the system as contained in this
    section. Sensing is only an aid for some
    (generally large and fixed) objects when
    moving on a flat surface at parking speeds.
    Certain objects with surfaces that absorb
    ultrasonic waves, surrounding vehicle's
    parking aid systems, traffic control
    systems, fluorescent lamps, inclement
    weather, air brakes, and external motors
    and fans may also affect the function of
    the sensing system. This may include
    reduced performance or a false activation. To help avoid personal injury, always
    use caution when in reverse (R) and
    when using the sensing system.
    The system may not detect small or
    moving objects, particularly those
    close to the ground.
    Traffic control systems, inclement
    weather, air brakes, external motors
    and fans may affect the correct
    operation of the sensing system.This may
    cause reduced performance or false alerts. Note:
    Keep the sensors, located on the
    bumper or fascia, free from snow, ice and
    large accumulations of dirt. If the sensors
    are covered, the system ’s accuracy can be
    affected. Do not clean the sensors with
    sharp objects.
    Note: If your vehicle sustains damage to
    the bumper or fascia, leaving it misaligned
    or bent, the sensing zone may be altered
    causing inaccurate measurement of
    obstacles or false alarms.
    Note: The sensing system cannot be turned
    off when a MyKey is present.  See Principle
    of Operation (page 213). Note:
    If your vehicle is equipped with a
    trailer tow package and a trailer is
    connected to your vehicle, the rear sensing
    system disables and you cannot switch the
    system on through the information display.
    The sensing system warns the driver of
    obstacles within a certain range of your
    vehicle. The system turns on automatically
    whenever you switch the ignition on.
    When receiving a detection warning, the
    radio volume reduces to a predetermined
    level. After the warning goes away, the
    radio volume returns to the previous level.
    The system can be switched off through
    the information display menu or from the
    pop-up message that appears once you
    shift the transmission into reverse (R).  See
    General Information
     (page 110).
    If a fault is present in the system, a warning
    message appears in the information
    display and you cannot switch the system
    on through the pop-up message.  See
    Information Messages
     (page 126).
    REAR PARKING AID
     (If Equipped)
    The rear sensors are only active when the
    transmission is in reverse (R). As your
    vehicle moves closer to the obstacle, the
    rate of the audible warning increases.
    When the obstacle is less than 
    12 in
    (30 cm) away, the warning sounds
    continuously. If the system detects a
    stationary or receding object farther than
    12 in (30 cm)
     from the corners of the
    bumper, the tone sounds for only three
    seconds. Once the system detects an
    object approaching, the warning sounds
    again.
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    							Coverage area of up to 6 ft (1.8 m) from
    the rear bumper. There may be decreased
    coverage area at the outer corners of the
    bumper.
    The system detects certain objects while
    the transmission is in reverse (R) :
    • Your vehicle is moving toward a
    stationary object at a speed of 
    3 mph
    (5 km/h) or less.
    • Your vehicle is not moving, but a
    moving object is approaching the rear
    of your vehicle at a speed of 
    3 mph
    (5 km/h) or less.
    • Your vehicle is moving at a speed of
    less than 3 mph (5 km/h) and a moving
    object is approaching the rear of your
    vehicle at a speed of less than 
    3 mph
    (5 km/h).
    The system provides audio warnings only
    when your vehicle is moving or when your
    vehicle is stationary and the detected
    obstacle is less than 
    12 in (30 cm) away
    from the bumper.
    Obstacle Distance Indicator
     (If
    Equipped)
    The system provides obstacle distance
    indication through the display screen.  See
    Rear View Camera
     (page 218). ACTIVE PARK ASSIST (If Equipped) WARNINGS
    Designed to be a supplementary park
    aid, this system may not work in all
    conditions. This system cannot
    replace the driver ’s attention and
    judgment. The driver is responsible for
    avoiding hazards and maintaining a safe
    distance and speed, even when the system
    is in use. Active Park Assist does not apply the
    brakes under any circumstances.
    Note:
    The driver is always responsible for
    controlling the vehicle, supervising the
    system and intervening if required.
    Active Park Assist is an electronic parking
    aid that uses ultrasonic sensors. The
    system detects an available parallel
    parking space and automatically steers
    your vehicle into the space (hands-free)
    while you control the accelerator, gearshift
    and brakes. The system visually and
    audibly instructs you to park your vehicle.
    The system may not function correctly if
    something passes between the front
    bumper and the parking space (a
    pedestrian or cyclist) or if the edge of the
    neighboring parked vehicle is high off the
    ground (for example, a bus, tow truck or
    flatbed truck).
    Note: The sensors may not detect objects
    in heavy rain, snow or other conditions that
    cause disruptive reflections.
    Note: Keep the sensors, located on the
    bumper or fascia, free from snow, ice and
    large accumulations of dirt. Covered sensors
    can affect the system's accuracy. Do not
    clean the sensors with sharp objects.
    Note: The sensors may not detect objects
    with surfaces that absorb ultrasonic waves.
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    							Do not use the system if:
    •
    You have attached a foreign object
    (bike rack or trailer) to the front or rear
    of your vehicle or close to the sensors.
    • You have attached an overhanging
    object (surfboard) to the roof.
    • A foreign object damages or obstructs
    the sensors.
    • The correct tire size is not in use on your
    vehicle (for example, a mini-spare tire).
    Using Active Park Assist Press the button located on the
    center console near the gearshift
    lever.
    The touchscreen displays a message and
    a corresponding graphic to indicate it is
    searching for a parking space. Use the
    direction indicator to indicate which side
    of your vehicle you want the system to
    search.
    Note:
    The system automatically searches
    on the passenger side. You can use the
    direction indicator to toggle between the
    driver and passenger side.
    Note: You can also activate the Active Park
    Assist system after you have already driven
    partially or completely past a parking space.
    To do so, press the Active Park button and
    the system will inform you if you have
    recently passed a suitable parking space. When the system finds a suitable space,
    the touchscreen displays a message and
    a tone sounds. Stop your vehicle and
    follow the instructions on the touchscreen.
    If your vehicle is moving very slowly, you
    may need to pull forward a short distance
    before the system is ready to park.
    Note:
    You must observe that the selected
    space remains clear of obstructions at all
    times in the maneuver.
    Note: Active park assist may not detect
    vehicles with overhanging loads (a bus or a
    truck), street furniture such as benches and
    fire hydrants and other items. You must
    make sure the selected space is suitable for
    parking. Note:
    You should drive your vehicle within
    5 ft (1.5 m) and as parallel to the other
    vehicles as possible while passing a parking
    space.
    Note: The system always offers the last
    detected parking space (for example, if the
    vehicle detects multiple spaces while you
    are driving, it offers the last one).
    Note: If driven above approximately 22 mph
    (35 km/h)
    , the touchscreen shows a
    message to alert you to reduce your vehicle
    speed.
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    							Automatic Steering into Parking
    Space
    Note:
    If your vehicle speed exceeds 6 mph
    (9 km/h), the system turns off and you need
    to take full control of your vehicle. When you shift the transmission into
    reverse (R), with your hands off the wheel
    (and nothing obstructing its movement),
    your vehicle steers itself into the space.
    Indicated by tones, instructions to move
    your vehicle back and forth in the space
    appear on the display screen.When you think your vehicle is properly
    parked, or you hear a solid tone from the
    parking aid (accompanied by a
    touchscreen display message and a
    chime), bring your vehicle to a complete
    stop.
    When automatic steering is finished, the
    touch screen displays a message and a
    tone sounds, indicating that the active park
    assist process is done. The driver is
    responsible for checking the parking job
    and making any necessary corrections
    before putting the transmission in park (P).
    Deactivating the Park Assist
    Feature
    Manually deactivate the system by:
    •
    Pressing the active park assist button.
    • Grabbing the steering wheel during
    automatic steering. •
    Driving above approximately 
    22 mph
    (35 km/h) for 30 seconds during an
    active park search.
    • Driving above 
    6 mph (9 km/h) during
    automatic steering.
    • Turning off the traction control system.
    Certain vehicle conditions can also
    deactivate the system, such as:
    • Traction control has activated on a
    slippery or loose surface.
    • There is an anti-lock brake system
    activation or failure.
    If a problem occurs with the system, a
    warning message displays, followed by a
    tone. Occasional system messages may
    occur in normal operation. For recurring or
    frequent system faults, contact an
    authorized dealer to have your vehicle
    serviced.
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    							Troubleshooting the System
    The system does not look for a space
    The traction control system may be off.
    The transmission is in reverse (R); your vehicle must be moving forward to detect a
    parking space.
    You recently disconnected or replaced the battery. After a battery disconnect, you must
    drive your vehicle for a short period of time before Active Park Assist becomes functional. The system does not offer a particular space
    Something may be contacting the sensors.
    There is not enough room in the parking space for the vehicle to safely park.
    There is not enough space for the parking maneuver on the opposite side of the parking
    space.
    Your vehicle is farther than 4.9 ft (1.5 m) from the parking space.
    Your vehicle is closer than 
    16 in (40 cm) from neighboring parked vehicles.
    The transmission is in reverse (R); your vehicle must be moving forward to detect a
    parking space.
    Your vehicle is going faster than 
    22 mph (35 km/h). The system does not position the vehicle where I want in the space
    Your vehicle is rolling in the opposite direction of the transmission (rolling forward with
    reverse (R) selected).
    An irregular curb along the parking space prevents the system from aligning your vehicle
    properly.
    Vehicles or objects bordering the space may not be positioned correctly.
    You pulled your vehicle too far past the parking space. The system performs best when
    you drive the same distance past the parking space.
    The tires may not be installed or maintained correctly (not inflated correctly, improper
    size, or of different sizes).
    A repair or alteration has changed detection capabilities.
    A parked vehicle has a high attachment (salt sprayer, snowplow or moving truck bed).
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