2018 Escape Owner's Manual

Driving Aids

Whyisthefeaturenotavailable(linemarkingsaregray)whenIcanseethelanemarkings on the road? Lane width too narrow or too wide Camera not calibrated after a windshield replacement Driving on tight roads or on uneven roads Why does the vehicle not come back toward themiddle of the lane, as expected, in the Aid or Aid + Alert mode? High cross winds Large road crown Rough roads, grooves, shoulder drop-offs 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

BLIND SPOT INFORMATION SYSTEM (If Equipped) WARNINGS Donot 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 systemmay not operate properly during severe weather conditions, for example snow, ice, heavy rain and spray. Always drive with due care and attention. Failure to take care may result in a crash.

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E124788 The system is designed to detect 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 rear bumper. Note: The systemdoes not prevent contact with other vehicles. It is not designed to detect parked vehicles, pedestrians, animals or other infrastructures.

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