Ford Explorer: Adaptive Cruise Control / Switching Adaptive Cruise Control On and Off
The cruise controls are on the steering wheel. See Cruise Control.
Switching Adaptive Cruise Control On
Press to set the system in standby
mode.
The indicator, current gap setting and set speed appear in the information display.
Switching Adaptive Cruise Control Off
Press when the system is in standby
mode, or switch the ignition off.
Note: You erase the set speed and gap setting when you switch the system
off.
Automatic Cancellation or Deactivation
The system may cancel if:
- The tires lose traction.
- You apply the parking brake.
The system may cancel and set the parking brake if:
- You unbuckle the seatbelt and open the driver door after you stop your vehicle.
- Your vehicle is held at a stop continuously for more than three minutes.
The system may deactivate or prevent activating when requested if:
- A sensor is blocked.
- The brake temperature is too high.
- There is a failure in the system or a related system.
Sensor Limitations
WARNING: On rare occasions, detection issues can occur due to the road
infrastructures, for example bridges, tunnels and safety barriers...
Drive to the speed you prefer.
Press the toggle button upward or downward
to set the current speed.
Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
The indicator, current gap setting and set speed a..
Other information:
Activation
WARNING:
Service actions on vehicles equipped with electronic parking
brakes may cause unexpected parking brake application, which could
result in injury to hands or fingers. Put the electronic parking brake
system into service mode prior to servicing or removing rear brake
components...
The system allows you interact with select mobile apps while keeping your eyes
on the road. Voice commands, your steering wheel buttons, or a quick tap on your
touchscreen give you advanced control of compatible mobile apps. You can also stream
your favorite music or podcasts, share your time of arrival with friends, and keep
connected safely...