Get Driving Aids -> Traffic Sign Recognition Guide for Ford Kuga SUV Second Generation (2013-2018)

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Bushes and trees.

The system will automatically return to

normal operation after one of the following

conditions have been met:

Coming to a stop with a vehicle very

close behind.

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Two other vehicles have been detected

Switching the System Off and On

on both sides.

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You switch the ignition off and on.

You can switch the system off and on using

the information display. See Information

Displays (page 69).

When you switch the system off no further

alerts will be received. The warning

indicator in the instrument cluster will

illuminate. See Warning Lamps and

Indicators (page 65).

If the sensor remains blocked after you

have switched the ignition off and on, the

system will detect the blockage again and

alert you.

Trailer Towing False Alerts

If your vehicle has a trailer tow module

approved by us, the system will detect a

connected trailer and turn off. A

Note: The system status will remain the

same until you manually change it.

confirmation message will be shown in the

information display. See Information

Messages (page 75). The warning

indicator in the instrument cluster will

illuminate. See Warning Lamps and

Indicators (page 65).

Detection Errors

Note: The warning indicator in the exterior

mirror will not illuminate.

If the system senses a fault on either

sensor, the warning indicator in the

instrument cluster will illuminate and

remain on. A message will be shown in the

display to confirm the fault and indicate

which sensor is affected.

Note: If your vehicle has a trailer tow

module not approved by us, the system may

not correctly detect a connected trailer.

Switch the system off to avoid false alerts.

See Information Displays (page 69).

Blocked Sensor

TRAFFIC SIGN RECOGNITION

WARNINGS

Prior to the system recognizing a

blocked condition and issuing a

warning, the number of missed

objects will increase.

Principle of Operation

WARNINGS

The system does not relieve you of

your responsibility to drive with due

care and attention.

The sensors may not detect vehicles

in heavy rain or other conditions that

cause disruptive reflections.

At all times you are responsible for

controlling your vehicle, supervising

the system and intervening if

required.

Note: Keep the rear bumper area

surrounding the sensors free from dirt, ice

and snow.

If a sensor becomes blocked the system

performance may degrade. A blocked

sensor message may be displayed.

If the sensor becomes blocked the

system may not function.

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Note: In cold and severe weather conditions

Using the System

Switching the System On and Off

the system may not function. Rain, snow,

spray and large contrasts in lighting can all

prevent the sensor from functioning

correctly.

Note: The system status and settings will

remain unchanged during ignition cycles.

Note: Do not carry out windshield repairs

in the immediate area surrounding the

sensor.

You can switch the system on and off using

the information display. See (page 69).

Setting the System Speed Warning

The system has a number of speed

warning levels which can be set using the

information display. See (page 69).

Note: If your vehicle has a suspension kit

not approved by us, the system may not

function correctly.

Note: Always fit Ford original parts when

replacing headlamp bulbs. Other bulbs may

reduce system performance.

System Display

Note: Keep the windshield free from

obstructions such as bird droppings, insects

and snow or ice.

Note: The system may not detect all traffic

signs and may read signs incorrectly.

Note: The system is designed to

automatically detect traffic signs meeting

the Vienna convention.

Note: Traffic sign data provided by the

navigation system contains information

integrated to the data carrier release.

There is a sensor mounted behind the

interior rear view mirror. It continuously

monitors road signs to inform you of the

current speed limit and overtaking

regulations.

The system can display two traffic signs

in parallel.

You can view the status at any time using

the information display.

The system display is in four stages as

follows:

1. All new recognizable traffic signs will

appear brighter than the other traffic

signs in the display.

The system automatically detects

recognisable traffic signs, such as:

2. After a predetermined time they will

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Speed limit signs.

No overtaking signs.

Speed limit cancellation signs.

be shown normally.

3. After a predetermined distance they

will be shown greyed out.

4. After another predetermined distance

When the system recognises a traffic sign,

they will be deleted.

it will be shown in the display.

If the system detects a supplementary

traffic sign, this sign is indicated as a box

below the respective traffic sign. For

example, when passing a reduced speed

limit in wet road conditions sign.

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If your vehicle has a navigation system,

WARNINGS

stored traffic sign data may influence the

indicated speed limit value.

The system may not operate when

driving around sharp curves. Failure

to take care may lead to a crash or

personal injury.

ACTIVE CITY STOP (If Equipped)

The system may not operate

Principle of Operation

WARNINGS

correctly if you replace the

windshield with a non-Ford

windshield. Do not carry out windshield

repairs in front of the sensor. Failure to

adhere to this warning may lead to an

accident or injury.

You are responsible for controlling

your vehicle at all times. The system

does not relieve you of your

responsibility to drive with due care and

attention. Failure to take care may result

in the loss of control of your vehicle, serious

personal injury or death.

The system may not detect objects

with surfaces that absorb reflections.

Failure to take care may result in the

loss of control of your vehicle, serious

personal injury or death.

To achieve full system performance

you must break in the braking

The system will not operate correctly

system. See Breaking-In (page 171).

Failure to take care may result in the loss

of control of your vehicle, serious personal

injury or death.

if the sensor is blocked. Keep the

windshield free from obstructions,

for example, bird droppings, insects, snow

or ice. Failure to adhere to this warning may

lead to an accident or injury.

If the system applies the brakes and

the engine stops the hazard warning

flashers will automatically turn on.

Failure to take care may lead to a crash or

personal injury.

When you switch the ignition on the

sensor transmits a laser beam. Never

look directly into the sensor. There is

a risk of eye injury.

The system does not react to

cyclists, motorcyclists, pedestrians,

animals or vehicles that are driving

in a different direction. Failure to take care

may result in the loss of control of your

vehicle, serious personal injury or death.

The system does not operate during

harsh acceleration or steering. Failure

to take care may lead to a crash or

personal injury.

The sensor is on the rear of the interior

mirror. It continuously monitors conditions

to decide when to intervene.

The system operates at speeds below

approximately 31 mph (50 km/h) by

applying the brakes if it detects that a

crash is likely. If the system applies the

brakes a message will appear in the

information display.

The system may reduce the risk of a low

speed crash into another vehicle. It also

helps reduce impact damage or may avoid

the crash completely.

The system may not operate during

cold or severe weather conditions.

Snow, ice, heavy rain and spray can

influence the system. Keep the hood free

of snow and ice. Failure to take care may

result in the loss of control of your vehicle,

serious personal injury or death.

Note: You must depress the brake pedal to

obtain full braking force.

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