1. USE
Adaptive headlights adjust to help you see on dark curved roads and over hills.
What Are Adaptive Headlights?
Nov 4, 2019
Adaptive Headlights
Adapts to changing roadway conditions – such as curves – to better help illuminate the roadway along your path.
What It Does
WHAT IT DOES:Headlights actually move side to side as the steering wheel turns.
WHAT IT DOES NOT DO: Does not automatically switch from low beams to high beams.
Quick Guide
2. STEER
They move when you steer.
3. SCAN
Be aware of objects ahead.
How it works
WHAT IT DOES
Adaptive headlights better illuminate the driving environment compared with traditional headlights, allowing you to see more at night or in low-light conditions.
THE TECHNOLOGY BEHIND IT
Unlike traditional headlights, which are in a fixed position and only capable of illuminating directly in front of you, adaptive headlights are not in a fixed position at all times. These headlights use electronic sensors that can detect your steering angle to swivel based on the direction your car is heading.
WHAT YOU NEED TO DO
Use these headlights as you normally would and pay attention to any objects or vehicles that are illuminated by them – especially on curves. As always, make sure to scan ahead while driving for potential obstacles or road hazards.
TIPS FOR USING IT
- Reduce your speed and drive cautiously when approaching a curve.
- If you spot a hazard, react by braking or steering – don’t oversteer or you may lose control.
- When approaching oncoming cars with their high-beams activated, it’s a good practice to look toward the white lines on the side of the road in front of you to help prevent you from being blinded.
Question & Answers
Do adaptive headlights shine up and down hills?
Adaptive headlights, as currently marketed, are primarily intended to move side-to-side to help illuminate curves and corners. Some versions of this feature – or other types of features altogether – are capable of moving up and down. This capability is helpful for seeing up and down sharp inclines.
Can adaptive headlights auto-dim to help prevent blinding oncoming motorists?
Auto-dimming headlights are separate features from adaptive headlights; but if you have adaptive headlights, this feature may have been packaged with it. Check your owner’s manual or with your dealership to find out more about what your headlights’ capabilities are.
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What is Automatic Emergency Braking?
Nov 4, 2019
Automatic Emergency Braking
This feature can sense slow or stopped traffic ahead and urgently apply the brakes if the driver fails to respond.
What It Does
WHAT IT DOES:Uses sensors to track cars ahead and automatically slam on the brakes in an impending crash.
WHAT IT DOES NOT DO:It can’t always prevent a rear end collision, but may lessen the severity.
Quick Guide
1. Scan
Scan the road for hazards and maintain a safe following distance.
2. Be Alert
If in a collision imminent situation and you have not responded, the car will automatically brake hard. Warning tones and other visual alerts may also activate during or after the emergency event.
3. Take Action
Brake or steer to avoid the hazard ahead. If you don’t, the vehicle will slow down rapidly or stop on its own to avoid a crash.
How it works
WHAT IT DOES
This feature may typically be paired with a feature called forward collision warning. That feature scans the road ahead while you drive, warning you if you’re about to crash into a car. If you don’t react in time, automatic emergency braking quickly slows down your car or can even bring your car to a stop.
THE TECHNOLOGY BEHIND IT
Sensors located in the front of your car are able to detect how close you are to the car ahead. These typically are camera- or radar-based sensors. Warnings can be sounds, visual or vibrations, or a mix of warnings. If your car begins to brake, this will also act as an alert.
WHAT YOU NEED TO DO
Read your car manual or ask your dealer how your specific system works. These systems are not standard and vary from model to model. Automatic emergency braking is not fool-proof. Always keep a safe following distance from the traffic ahead. Stay focused on the road.
TIPS FOR USING
- Automatic emergency braking relies on sensors that may be blocked by dirt, ice or snow. If so, the system will tell you that it won’t work. So, be sure to clear any build-up off your feature’s sensors or windshield before trips.
- Not sure where your automatic emergency braking’s sensors are located? You can always check your owner’s manual or with your dealership.
- Some automatic emergency braking features are vulnerable to glare from sunrise and sunset. You shouldn’t rely on this feature exclusively during those times – or at any other time.
Question & Answers
What are other names for this feature?
You may find this feature marketed under one of the following names, or others:
- Forward collision mitigation system
- Pre-crash warning and braking system
- Intelligent braking
At what speeds are this feature effective?
Automatic emergency braking is generally designed to activate at highway speeds, as long as the forward collision warning sensors are able to detect the vehicle ahead. Newer systems work at slower speeds in towns.
However, not all automatic emergency braking features are able to bring your car to a full stop. At speeds faster than normal highway speeds, automatic emergency braking may still be able to help slow you down enough that you can avoid the hazard.
Will this feature activate for any size of vehicle?
Automatic emergency braking and forward collision warning features are optimized to detect other vehicles in front of you while you drive. However, not all features will be capable of detecting motorcycles, bicycles and other vehicles smaller than a car. This is why you should always be aware of your surroundings and the traffic ahead, and never fully rely on a feature such as automatic emergency braking to help prevent you from being in a crash.
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How Anti-lock Brakes Work
Nov 4, 2019
Quick Guide
1. APPLY
Apply firm pressure to brake pedal.
2. HOLD
Press and hold pressure to the brake pedal.
3. STEER
Steer to safety.
Quick Guide Video
How it works
WHAT IT DOES
Four-wheel anti-lock brakes help you steer as you brake during an emergency.
THE TECHNOLOGY BEHIND IT
Wheel sensors detect when your car’s tires begin locking up. Then, they rapidly apply and release (pulse) the brakes to automatically keep your tires from skidding.
WHAT YOU NEED TO DO
When you feel or hear the ABS vibrating, continue to firmly press and hold the brake – then steer to safety.
TIPS FOR USING
- If your car doesn’t have 4-wheel ABS or the ABS is not working, make sure to pump the brakes if your car begins to skid.
- ABS works most effectively when the tires are properly inflated and in good condition.
- Common causes of 4-wheel ABS malfunctions include worn brake linings and air or dirt in the brake fluid.
Question & Answers
What else is this feature called?
The most common names for anti-lock braking systems include “anti-lock brakes” and simply “ABS.”
Does ABS decrease my stopping distance?
Yes and no. In emergencies, 4-wheel ABS can activate and pump the brakes faster than most drivers could on their own. That’s why on most road surfaces, 4-wheel ABS is more likely to stop your car faster than a car without it.
However, 4-wheel ABS can actually increase stopping distance on some very slippery surfaces, such as lightly packed snow or ice on the road.
Should I still pump my brakes when using a car with ABS?
No. ABS works best when you firmly hold the brake, and allow it to manage the details of emergency braking.
What’s the difference between ABS and rear-wheel-only ABS?
While 4-wheel ABS is meant to aid steering and is found in nearly all new cars and minivans, rear-wheel-only ABS – which is typically found in some pickup trucks, vans and SUVs – is only designed to help prevent those vehicles from spinning out on slippery surfaces.
Check your owner’s manual to see if you car has 4-wheel ABS, rear-wheel-only ABS or does not have ABS.
Do all new cars have ABS?
Over the past 10 years, most car manufacturers have made ABS standard in their vehicles. The federal government required all new cars to have ABS by September 1, 2011.
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My Car Does What?!
Nov 4, 2019
Learn more about Modern Car Safety Features at https://mycardoeswhat.org/
Nearly every car on the road today has safety features that can help drivers be safer. You may already know some of these, and some you may not even realize what your car has! Come back to this page often as more and more features are being developed and added to cars.
Many of these new safety features are not yet standardized. Your car’s features may be different than someone else’s. Be sure to check your owner’s manual to best understand how your car works. You can also check out the Research & Blog section for the latest developments in car safety technology.
New car safety features help keep you safe. Car technology may even prevent a crash or save a life. Do you know how to use these features? Which ones are already in your car? Plain spoken instructions, animation and graphics are at MyCarDoesWhat.org. – From back-up cameras to automatic braking to traction control and beyond. Knowing more will help keep you, your family and others safer on the roads.
DO I NEED A NEW CABIN AIR FILTER?
Oct 7, 2019
Cabin air filter change
TITLE CARD: DO I NEED A NEW CABIN AIR FILTER?
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TITLE CARD: CABIN AIR FILTER
Question: Why should I replace my Cabin air filter?
VO: Most cars now come equipped with a cabin air filter…
- Most cars have a cabin air filter
VO: that filters out up to 90% of dust…
VO: pollen…
VO: and other airborn particles that pass through your air vents.
- Filters 90% of dust
- Pollen and more
VO: Creating a healthier, more comfortable cabin environment whenever you use your air conditioner…
- Healthier
- More comfortable cabin environment
VO: heater…
VO: or fan.
- Whenever you use you’re A/C
- Heater
- and fan
Question: How do I know I need it changed?
VO: Fact is…
VO: just like your home’s furnace air filter…
VO: Over time, dust and dirt build up, which prevents it from doing its job efficiently.
- Fact is:
- Furnace air filter
- Over time dust and dirt build up
VO: When this happens…
- When this happens
VO: you may notice reduced air flow through your vents…
- Notice reduced air flow
VO: SMELL bad odors…
- SMELL bad odor
VO: or SEE a dusty build-up on the dash and instrument panel, or around the vents…
- SEE dusty buildup
VO: Which means it’s time to replace your cabin air filter.
- It time to replace your cabin air filter
QUESTION: How often should I change it?
VO: It’s recommended that you replace your cabin air filter about every 15,000 miles.
- Replace your cabin filter every 15,000 miles
VO: However, this can depend on how much and where you drive.
- Depends on how much
- and where you drive
VO: Check your owner’s manual for recommended change intervals.
- Check your owner’s manual
VO: Call to schedule an appointment
SUPER: Schedule an appointment
VO: to see our factory-trained technicians.
SUPER: Factory-trained Technicians will service your vehicle
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Cabin air filter
This helpful video will explain how the cabin air filter in your vehicle helps filter out dust and pollen for a more comfortable interior environment, and tell you some of the signs that may indicate it may be time to replace your cabin air filter.
Keywords: cabin air filter, air filter, interior, dust, pollen, air born particles, filter, air conditioner, ac, heater, fan, climate system, reduced air flow, bad odor, ford service, quicklane, quick lane
Why is Regular Maintenance Important?
Oct 7, 2019
TITLE CARD: WHY IS REGULAR MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT?
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TITLE: The Works [logo]
Question: Why do I need regular maintenance?
VO: Fact is: Parts wear out over time.
VO: You pretty much name it and it’ll need replacing sooner or later.
- Fact is:
- Parts WEAR OUT
- SOONER or LATER they’ll need replacement
VO: routine checkups…
VO: help to ensure your vehicle stay in good working condition.
VO: And in the long run, can help save you money.
- Routine checkups
- helps maintain proper performance
- longevity
- and can help save you money
VO: Remember, not keeping up with regular checkups…
VO: may also affect your Manufacturer’s warranty.
- Remember
- Keep up with check ups
- May affect your Manufacturer’s Warranty
Question: Aren’t all checkups the same?
VO: Nope!
VO: Most shops only change your oil, top off fluids and put air in your tires.
- NOPE!
- Most Only change the oil…
- Top off fluids…
- Put air in your tires
Question: Is there something better?
VO: Yes!
VO: “The Works” it’s like going to your doctor for a checkup…
VO: but for your vehicle.
VO: Making sure EVERYTHING is working in top condition…
VO: Like belts and hoses…
VO: Brakes…
VO: battery…
VO: and so much more.
VO: We’ll even rotate your tires.
- YES!
- The Works [logo]
- Multipoint inspection
- Belts & hoses
- Brakes
- battery
- New oil & filter
- We’ll even rotate your tires
VO: In order to help your vehicle perform at its best longer.
Question: When should I do it?
VO: Since each part may need attention at different times…
VO: we recommend following your owner’s manual maintenance schedule.
- Parts wear out at different times
- See your owner’s manual maintenance schedule
VO: Call to schedule an appointment
SUPER: Schedule an appointment
VO: to see our factory-trained technicians.
SUPER: Our Factory-trained Technicians will service your vehicle
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Why is Regular Maintenance Important?
This helpful video will explain why it’s important to keep up with maintenance on your vehicle, and why getting The Works is the perfect way to ensure it lasts a long time.
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Enhanced Active Park Assist
Oct 7, 2019
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VO: You might be interested to know that your vehicle can help you parallel and perpendicular park.
VO: And help guide you out of a tight parallel parking spot! VO: It can also let you know if there are any objects in front of, behind, or next to your vehicle.
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Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver’s attention, judgment, and need to control the vehicle. Vehicle must be driving at or below 20 mph. The system will automatically default to the passenger side if not indicated.
Location of button may vary
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VO: To activate the Enhanced Active Park Assist feature, press the Active Park Assist button on the center console, here…
VO: then signal to indicate which side you’d like the system to search.
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| You must be within 2‘ to 5‘ from the parking space for the system to operate
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VO: An information screen will appear on your center display…
VO: and the system will begin to scan for available parking spots.
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VO: Once an appropriate spot is found…
VO: you’ll hear a chime… VO: and see a “Spot found” message on your touchscreen.
VO: Then, simply follow the prompts on your touchscreen. VO: You’ll be responsible for driver controls such as, accelerating, shifting and braking as needed. VO: And be sure to watch your mirrors and your surroundings for any objects, which you may be getting too close to.
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VO: In addition, the system can help you back into a perpendicular–non-angular–or traditional parking spot.
VO: While traveling under 20 mph and about 3-feet from other vehicles, just press the Active Park Assist button 2 times… VO: signal to indicate which side you want to park on… VO: pull up past the parked cars you want to park near… VO: then simply follow the instructions on your touchscreen. VO: Accelerating, shifting and braking as needed.
VO: Keep in mind: you can cancel the parking processes at any time by grabbing the steering wheel – or pressing the activation button again.
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VO: Active Park Assist can also help you get out of a tight parallel parking space, which is great if someone has parked too close in front of – or behind you.
VO: Just press the same Active Park Assist button you used to park… VO: let go of the steering wheel… VO: and follow the prompts displayed on your touchscreen. VO: Once again, you just accelerate, shift and brake as needed.
VO: If, by chance, the system doesn’t automatically engage when you turn the ignition on… VO: you can press the soft touch button on the SYNC screen and then press Park Out Assist and follow the prompts.
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VO: Your vehicle also has something called Side Sensing.
VO: It is an enhancement to your Forward and Reverse Sensing Systems. VO: It uses a chime… VO: and a visual diagram display on your touchscreen with red, yellow and green highlights to indicate where the closest object to your vehicle is detected. VO: Red indicates the closest, and green the farthest away.
VO: One more thing: In order for the system to function properly, sensors must be clear of snow, ice or mud. |
| ©2018 Ford Motor Company. Specifications and descriptions contained within are based upon the most current information available at the time of release. Vehicles shown may include optional features. See your dealer for complete details regarding availability of features.
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Enhanced Active Park Assist
This informative video will explain how to activate the Enhanced Active Park Assist on your vehicle and how it can help you parallel park, maneuver out of a tight parking spot and help detect items hidden from view.
Keywords: Enhanced Active Park Assist, Side Sensing System, parallel park, part assist, Active Park Assist button, parking spot, information screen, center display, chime, spot found, red, yellow, green, guidelines
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Inductive wireless charging
Oct 7, 2019
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VO: It can also help maintain a full charge while streaming audio or making calls through your available SYNC 3 System.
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VO: You’ll get a message in your information screen indicating that charging has begun.
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VO: Keep in mind: The rate of charging is determined by the device.
VO: Plus, while iPhone 8 and later models are compatible with the charging pad, earlier versions require the use of a manufacture-approved charging sleeve. |
| Wireless charging devices can affect the operation of implanted medical devices, including cardiac pacemakers. If you have any implanted medical devices, we recommend that you consult with your physician first. | VO: One more thing you’ll appreciate…
VO: You can charge your device even if the vehicle is not turned on just as long as it’s in accessory mode.
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YouTube: Inductive wireless charging
This easy to follow video will explain how to use the available wireless charging pad to help keep electronic devices fully charged without having to plug them in.
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| Available Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking on 2019 model year or newer
Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver’s attention, judgment and need to control the vehicle. While Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking may be especially helpful in unexpected situations, it does not replace the driver, and has limitations, including vehicles moving in different directions and certain weather conditions. See owner’s manual for system limitations.
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VO: Your vehicle may be equipped with a unique system designed to help detect and potentially avoid frontal-collision situations with other vehicles and pedestrians.
VO: Let me tell you about it.
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VO: Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking is a driver-assist system that monitors the road ahead of you while driving.
VO: It even works at night when your vehicle’s lights are on.
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Pedestrian Detection can detect pedestrians, but not in all conditions and does not replace safe driving. See owner’s manual for system limitations. |
VO: If a collision risk with another vehicle or pedestrian is detected, the system will deliver several warnings, and may help you slow down or stop your vehicle.
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VO: Here’s how it works:
VO: If you’re rapidly approaching a stationary vehicle… VO: or one that’s moving in the same direction… VO: or a pedestrian is crossing your path, the system can alert you and assist with braking in one of three ways.
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VO: along with a “Pre-Collision Assist” warning message on the Information Display.
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VO: This way they’ll respond faster once the brake pedal is pressed.
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VO: And finally, if the system determines that a collision is imminent, it may apply Automatic Emergency Braking without driver input to help reduce impact damage or potentially avoid a crash completely.
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| VO: Once your brakes have been pre-charged, even if you press them lightly, the Automatic Emergency Braking feature may apply full braking force to help stop your vehicle quickly.
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VO: One more thing: You can change the system’s alert sensitivity to one of three settings by using the 5-way control on your steering wheel and the Information Display.
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| VO: From the settings menu, scroll to “Driver Assist”…
VO: “Pre Collision”… VO: “Alert Sensitivity”… VO: and then select “High”… VO: “Normal”… VO: or “Low.” VO: A lower setting can send fewer warnings, while a higher setting will give earlier, more frequent warnings.
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VO: You can also enable or disable Automatic Emergency Braking under the same menu by checking or unchecking the Active Braking feature.
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YouTube: Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking
This video explains how Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking works to detect potential frontal collisions with other vehicles or pedestrians, and can alert the driver with auditory and visual warnings. Plus, Brake Support technology can pre-charge the brakes to assist during Automatic Emergency.
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