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EnglishDriving Aids -> Driver Alert for your Ford Kuga 2019-2025
Driving Aids
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You intentionally exceed the set speed.
DRIVER ALERT
You unintentionally exceed the set
speed, for example when you are going
downhill. A tone also sounds.
WARNING: You are responsible for
controlling your vehicle at all times. The
system is designed to be an aid and does
not relieve you of your responsibility to
drive with due care and attention. Failure
to follow this instruction could result in
the loss of control of your vehicle,
personal injury or death.
Note: A tone sounds if you continue to
exceed the set speed.
Note: If the speed sign recognition system
detects a speed limit outside the
operational speed range, a tone sounds and
the system returns to standby mode.
Adjusting Intelligent Speed
WARNING: The system may not
Limiter Tolerance Settings
function if the sensor is blocked.
You can set a permanent speed tolerance
that is in addition to the detected speed
limit. See Settings (page 462).
WARNING: Take regular rest
breaks if you feel tired. Do not wait for
the system to warn you.
Switching From Intelligent Speed
WARNING: Certain driving styles
may result in the system warning you
even if you are not feeling tired.
Limiter to Speed Limiter
You can change between intelligent speed
limiter and normal speed limiter using the
information display. Intelligent speed
WARNING: In cold and severe
weather conditions the system may not
function. Rain, snow and spray can all
limit sensor performance.
limiter allows you to limit the vehicle speed
to the maximum speed limit detected by
the speed sign recognition system. Normal
speed limiter allows you to manually limit
the vehicle speed using controls on the
steering wheel. See Settings (page 462).
WARNING: The system will not
operate if the sensor cannot track the
road lane markings.
Note: If you switch intelligent speed limiter
off, the system defaults to manual speed
limiter. You can manually set the speed
limiter using the controls on the steering
wheel.
WARNING:Ifdamageoccursinthe
immediate area surrounding the sensor,
have your vehicle checked as soon as
possible.
WARNING: The system may not
correctly operate if your vehicle is fitted
with a suspension kit not approved by
us.
Note: If enabled in the menu, the system
activates at speeds above 64 km/h
(40 mph). When below the activation
speed, the information display informs the
driver that the system is unavailable.
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Driving Aids
Note: Keep the windshield free from
The warning system has two stages. First,
the system issues a temporary warning
stating that you need to take a rest. This
message only appears for a short time. If
the system detects your driving alertness
reduces further, it may issue another
obstructions. For example, bird droppings,
insects and snow or ice.
Note: If the camera is blocked or if the
windshield is damaged, the system may not
function.
warning which remains in the information
display for a longer time. Press OK on the
steering wheel control to clear the warning.
System Display
When active, the system runs
automatically in the background and only
issues a warning when required. See
General Information (page 110).
Note: If you receive a warning you should
consider resting, even if the current
assessment is within the typical range.
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Note: If the camera sensor cannot track the
road lane markings or if your vehicle speed
drops below approximately 64 km/h
(40 mph), the alertness level changes to
grey for a short time and the information
display informs you that the system is
unavailable.
The system automatically monitors your
driving behavior using various inputs,
including the front camera sensor.
If the system detects that your driving
alertness reduces below a certain
threshold, the system alerts you using a
tone and a message in the information
display.
Resetting the System
You can reset the system by either:
Using Driver Alert
Switching the system on and off
You can switch the system on or off
through the information display. See
General Information (page 110). When
active, the system monitors your alertness
level based upon your driving behavior in
relation to the lane markings and other
factors.
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Switching the ignition off and on.
Stopping the vehicle and then opening
and closing the driver’s door.
LANE KEEPING SYSTEM
WARNING: You are responsible for
controlling your vehicle at all times. The
system is designed to be an aid and does
not relieve you of your responsibility to
drive with due care and attention. Failure
to follow this instruction could result in
the loss of control of your vehicle,
personal injury or death.
System Warnings
Note: The system does not issue warnings
below approximately 64 km/h (40 mph).
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Driving Aids
The system may not correctly operate in
any of the following conditions:
WARNING: The system may not
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The system does not detect at least
one lane marking or the edge of the
road.
function if the sensor is blocked.
WARNING: The sensor may
incorrectly track lane markings as other
structures or objects. This can result in
a false or missed warning.
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You switch the direction indicator on.
You apply direct steering, accelerate
fast or brake hard.
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The vehicle speed is less than 65 km/h
(40 mph).
WARNING: In cold and severe
weather conditions the system may not
function. Rain, snow and spray can all
limit sensor performance.
The anti-lock brake, stability control or
traction control system activates.
Narrow lane width.
WARNING: Large contrasts in
outside lighting can limit sensor
performance.
The system may not correct lane
positioning in any of the following
conditions:
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WARNING: The system will not
operate if the sensor cannot track the
road lane markings.
High winds.
Uneven road surfaces.
Heavy or uneven loads.
Incorrect tire pressure.
WARNING:Ifdamageoccursinthe
immediate area surrounding the sensor,
have your vehicle checked as soon as
possible.
Switching Lane Keeping System
On or Off
WARNING: The system may not
correctly operate if your vehicle is fitted
with a suspension kit not approved by
us.
The system is designed to alert you by
providing temporary steering assistance
or steering wheel vibration when it detects
an unintended lane departure. The system
detects and tracks the road lane markings
using a camera mounted behind the
interior mirror. The system only operates
when the vehicle speed is greater than
approximately 65 km/h (40 mph). You
can view the system status in the
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Press the button on the direction indicator
stalk.
information display.
Lane Keeping System Settings
The system has different settings that you
can view or adjust using the information
display.
Note: The system works when the camera
can detect at least one lane marking or the
edge of the road.
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