Ford F150 2017 Manual
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Adaptive cruise control distance-between-vehicle settings Dynamic beha- vior Distance gap Time gap, seconds Graphic display, bars indicated betweenvehicles Set speed yd (m) mph ( km/h) Sport. 37 (34) 1.2 1 62 (100) Normal. 49 (45) 1.6 2 62 (100) Normal. 55 (50) 1.8 3 62 (100) Comfort. 67 (61) 2.2 4 62 (100) Each time you start the vehicle, the system selects the last chosen gap for the current driver. Disengaging the System Press the brake pedal or press CNCL. The last set speed displays in grey but does not erase. Overriding the System WARNING If you override the system by pressing the accelerator pedal, it does not automatically apply the brakes to maintain a gap from any vehicle ahead. When you press the accelerator pedal, you override the set speed and gap distance. The green indicator illuminates when the system engages. The system resumes operation when you release the accelerator pedal. The vehicle speed decreases to the set speed, or to a lower speed if following a slower vehicle. Changing the Set Speed • Accelerate or brake to the desired speed, then press and release SET+. • Press and hold SET+ or SET- until the desired set speed shows on the information display. The vehicle speed gradually changes to the selected speed. • Press and release SET+ or SET-. The set speed changes in approximately 1 mph (1 km/h) . • Hold the SET+ or SET- button to change the set speed in increments of approximately 5 mph or 10 km/h. The system may apply the brakes to slow the vehicle to the new set speed. The set speed displays continuously in the information display while the system is active. 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. The vehicle returns to the previously set speed. The set speed shows continuously in the information display while the system is active. 228 F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Cruise Control (If Equipped)E144529
Low Speed Automatic Cancellation The system does not function at vehicle speeds below 12.4 mph (20 km/h). An audible alarm sounds and the automatic braking releases if the vehicle drops below this speed. Hilly Condition and Trailer Tow Usage Note: An audible alarm sounds and the system shuts down if it applies brakes for an extended period of time. This allows the brakes to cool. The system functions normally again when the brakes have cooled. Note: When towing with adaptive cruise control, turn on Tow/Haul Mode and Diesel Engine Brake. Select a lower gear when the system is active in situations such as prolonged downhill driving on steep grades, for example in mountainous areas. The system needs additional engine braking in these situations to reduce the load on the vehicle ’s regular brake system to prevent it from overheating. Switching the System Off Note: The set speed memory erases when you switch off the system. Press and release OFF or switch off the ignition. Detection Issues WARNING On rare occasions, detection issues can occur due to the road infrastructures, for example bridges, 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 vision. 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. 229 F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Cruise Control (If Equipped)E71621
Detection issues can occur: When driving on a different line than the vehicle in front. A With vehicles that edge into your lane. The system can only detect these vehicles once they move fully into your lane. B There may be issues with the detection of vehicles in front when driving into and coming out of a bend or curve in the road. C In these cases the system may brake late or unexpectedly. Stay alert and take action when necessary. If something hits the front end of your vehicle or damage occurs, the radar-sensing zone may change. This could cause missed or false vehicle detections. Contact an authorized dealer to have them check for proper coverage and operation. System Not Available Conditions that can cause the system to deactivate or prevent the system from activating when requested include: • A blocked sensor. • High brake temperature. • A failure in the system or a related system. Note: If you disable electronic stability control, adaptive cruise control is not available. See Using Stability Control (page 210). Blocked Sensor A message displays if something obstructs the radar signals from the sensor. The sensor is behind a cover near the driver side of the lower grille. The system cannot detect a vehicle ahead and does not function when something obstructs the radar signals. The following table lists possible causes and actions for this message displaying. 230 F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Cruise Control (If Equipped)E183741
Action Cause Clean the grille surface in front of the radar or remove the object causing the obstruc- tion. The surface of the radar in the grille is dirty or obstructed in some way. Wait a short time. It may take several minutes for the radar to detect that it is free from obstruction. The surface of the radar in the grille is clean but the message remains in the display. Do not use the system in these conditions because it may not detect any vehicles ahead. Heavy rain or snow is interfering with the radar signals. Do not use the system in these conditions because it may not detect any vehicles ahead. Swirling water, or snow or ice on the surface of the road may interfere with the radar signals. Wait a short time or switch to normal cruise control. You are in a desert or remote area with no other vehicles and no roadside objects. Due to the nature of radar technology, it is possible to get a blockage warning and not have a blockage. This can happen, for example, when driving in sparse rural or desert environments. A false blocked condition either self clears or clears after a key cycle. Switching to Normal Cruise Control WARNING Normal cruise control will not brake when your vehicle is approaching slower vehicles. Always be aware of which mode you have selected and apply the brakes when necessary. You can manually change from adaptive cruise control to normal cruise control through the information display. See Information Messages (page 126). The cruise control indicator light replaces the adaptive cruise control indicator light if you select normal cruise control. The gap setting does not display, the system does not automatically respond to lead vehicles and automatic braking remains active to maintain set speed. The system recalls its last setting when you start your vehicle. 231 F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Cruise Control (If Equipped)E71340
DRIVER ALERT (If Equipped) WARNING The driver alert system is designed to aid you. It is not intended to replace your attention and judgment. You are still responsible to drive with due care and attention. Note: The system will store the on or off setting in the information display menu through ignition cycles. Note: If enabled in the menu, the system will be active at speeds above 40 mph (64 km/h). Note: The system works as long as one lane marking can be detected by the camera. Note: If the camera is blocked or if the windshield is damaged, the system may not function. Note: The system may not be available in poor weather or other low visibility conditions. 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 information display. Using Driver Alert Switching the system on and off You may switch the system on or off through the information display by selecting Settings then Driver Assist then Driver Alert in the menu. When activated, the system will monitor your alertness level based upon your driving behavior in relation to the lane markings, and other factors. System Warnings Note: Note: The system will not issue warnings below approximately 40 mph (64 km/h). The warning system is in two stages. At first the system issues a temporary warning that you need to take a rest. This message will only appear for a short time. If the system detects further reduction in driving alertness, another warning may be issued which will remain in the information display for a longer time. Press OK on the steering wheel control to clear the warning. When active the system will run automatically in the background and only issue a warning if required. Resetting the System You can reset the system by either: • Switching the ignition off and on. • Stopping the vehicle and then opening and closing the driver ’s door. LANE KEEPING SYSTEM (If Equipped) WARNING The system is designed to aid the driver. It is not intended to replace your attention and judgment. You are still responsible to drive with due care and attention. Note: The system works above 40 mph (64 km/h). Note: The system works as long as the camera can detect one lane marking. Note: The system may not operate if something blocks the camera or there is damage to the windshield. 232 F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Driving Aids
Note: When Aid mode is on and the system detects no steering activity for a short period, the system will alert you to put your hands on the steering wheel. The system may detect a light grip or touch on the steering wheel as hands off driving. The system notifies you to stay in your lane through the steering system and the instrument cluster display when the front camera detects an unintentional drift out of your lane is likely to occur. The system automatically detects and tracks the road lane markings using a camera mounted behind the interior rear view mirror. Switching the System On and Off Note: The system on or off setting is stored until it is manually changed, unless a MyKey® is detected. If the system detects a MyKey®, it defaults to on and the mode is set to alert. Note: If a MyKey® is detected, pressing the button will not affect the on or off status of the system. You can only change the mode and intensity settings. Press the button located on the center console to switch the system on or off. System Settings The system has one standard feature setting and one optional setting menu available. See General Information (page 110). The system stores the last known selection for each of these settings. You do not need to readjust your settings each time you turn on the system. Adjust the settings to enable one of the three modes: Alert Only Alert Only mode provides a steering wheel vibration when an unintended lane departure is detected. Aid Only Aid Only mode provides an assistance steering torque input toward the lane center. 233 F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Driving AidsE173233 E165515 E165516
Alert and Aid Mode Alert A AidB Alert and Aid mode provides an assistance steering torque input toward the lane center. If your vehicle continues drifting out of the lane, the system provides a steering wheel vibration. Note: The alert and aid diagrams illustrate general zone coverage. They do not provide exact zone parameters. Intensity: This setting affects the intensity of the steering wheel vibration used for the alert and alert + aid modes. This setting does not affect the aid mode. • Low • Medium • High System Display When you switch on the system, an overhead graphic of a vehicle with lane markings will display in the information display. If you select aid mode when you switch on the system, arrows will be displayed with lane markings. When you switch off the system, the lane marking graphics will not display. Note: The overhead vehicle graphic may still be displayed if adaptive cruise control is enabled. While the system is on, the color of the lane markings will change to indicate the system status. Gray: Indicates that the system is temporarily unable to provide a warning or intervention on the indicated side(s). This may be because: • Your vehicle is under the activation speed. • Your turn indicator is active. • Your vehicle is in a dynamic maneuver. • Quick braking. • Fast acceleration. • The road has no or poor lane markings in the camera field-of-view. • The camera is obscured or unable to detect the lane markings due to environmental conditions (significant sun angles, shadows, snow, heavy rain, fog), traffic conditions (following a large vehicle that is blocking or shadowing the lane), or vehicle conditions (poor headlamp illumination). See Troubleshooting for additional information. Green: Indicates that the system is available or ready to provide a warning or intervention, on the indicated side(s). Yellow: Indicates that the system is providing or has just provided a lane keeping aid intervention. Red: Indicates that the system is providing or has just provided a lane keeping alert warning. 234 F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Driving AidsE165517 E144813 E173234
Troubleshooting Why is the feature not available (line markings are gray) when I can see the lane markings on the road? Vehicle speed is outside the operational range of the feature Sun is shining directly into the camera lens Quick intentional lane change Staying too close to the lane marking Driving at high speeds in curves Previous feature activation happened within the last one second Ambiguous lane markings (mainly in construction zones) Rapid transition from light to dark or vice versa Sudden offset in lane markings ABS or AdvanceTrac activation Camera blockage due to dirt, grime, fog, frost or water on the windshield Driving too close to the vehicle in front of you Transitioning between no lane markings to lane markings or vice versa Standing water on the road Faint lane markings (partial yellow lane markings on concrete roads) Lane width too narrow or too wide Camera not calibrated after a windshield replacement Driving on tight roads or on uneven roads Vehicle accessories such as snow plows Why does the vehicle not come back into the middle of the lane always, as expected, in the Aid or Aid + Alert mode? High cross winds Large road crown Rough roads, grooves, shoulder drop-offs 235 F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Driving Aids
Why does the vehicle not come back into the middle of the lane always, as expected, in the Aid or Aid + Alert mode? Heavy uneven loading of the vehicle or improper tire inflation pressure If the tires have been exchanged (including snow tires), or the suspension has been modified Vehicle accessories such as snow plows or trailers BLIND SPOT INFORMATION SYSTEM WARNING To help avoid injuries, NEVER use the Blind Spot Information System as a replacement for using the interior and exterior mirrors or looking over your shoulder before changing lanes. The Blind Spot Information System is not a replacement for careful driving. The Blind Spot Information System is designed to aid you in detecting vehicles that may have entered the blind spot zone (A). The detection area is on both sides of your vehicle, extending rearward from the exterior mirrors to approximately 13 ft (4 m) beyond the bumper. The system is designed to alert you if certain vehicles enter the blind spot zone while driving. Note: The Blind Spot Information System does not prevent contact with other vehicles or objects; nor detect parked vehicles, people, animals or infrastructure (fences, guardrails, trees). It’ s only designed to alert you to moving vehicles in the blind spot zones. Note: When a vehicle passes quickly through the blind spot zone, typically fewer than two seconds, the system does not trigger. Using the System The Blind Spot Information System turns on when you start the engine and you drive your vehicle forward above 5 mph (8 km/h). For automatic transmissions, the Blind Spot Information System remains on while the transmission is in drive (D). If shifted into reverse (R) or park (P) the Blind Spot Information System turns off. Once shifted back into drive (D), the Blind Spot Information System turns back on when you drive your vehicle above 5 mph (8 km/h). 236 F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Driving AidsE227388
For manual transmissions, the Blind Spot Information System is on for all gears except the reverse (R). Note: For automatic transmissions, the Blind Spot Information System does not function in reverse (R) or park (P). System Lights and Messages The Blind Spot Information System illuminates an amber alert indicator in the outside mirror on the side of your vehicle the approaching vehicle is coming from. When the Blind Spot Information System is alerting on a vehicle and the corresponding turn signal is ON, the Blind Spot Information System alert indicator flashes as an increased warning level. The alert indicator dims when the system detects nighttime darkness. Note: The alert indicator flashes in case of an alert and the turn signal is set to that side at the same time. System Sensor Blockage WARNING To help avoid injuries, NEVER use the Blind Spot Information System as a replacement for using the interior and exterior mirrors or looking over your shoulder before changing lanes. The Blind Spot Information System is not a replacement for careful driving. The system uses radar sensors that are located inside the tail lamp on each side of your vehicle. Any dirt, mud and snow in front of the sensors and/or driving in heavy rain can cause system degradation. Also, other types of obstructions in front of the sensor can cause system degradation. This is referred to as a ‘blocked ’ condition. Note: Do not apply bumper stickers and/or repair compound to these areas, this can cause degraded system performance. If the system detects a degraded performance condition, a message warning of a blocked sensor will appear in the information display. Also the BLIS alert indicators will remain ON and BLIS will no longer provide any vehicle warnings. You can clear the information display warning but the alert indicators will remain illuminated. A "blocked" condition can be cleared in two ways: • After the blockage in front of the sensors is removed or the rainfall/snowfall rate decreases or stops, drive for a few minutes in traffic to allow the sensors to detect passing vehicles. • By cycling the ignition from ON to OFF and then back ON. 237 F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Driving AidsE142442 E190708