How do I activate Ford adaptive cruise control?
Ford's adaptive cruise control is a convenient feature that automatically adjusts your vehicle's speed to maintain a safe following distance from the car in front of you. To activate this system, follow these simple steps.
Enabling Adaptive Cruise Control
To turn on Ford's adaptive cruise control, follow these steps:
- Make sure your vehicle is equipped with the adaptive cruise control feature. This is typically an optional add-on that can be purchased with certain Ford models.
- Locate the adaptive cruise control buttons on your steering wheel or dashboard. This is usually a set of buttons or a control stalk that allows you to set the desired speed and following distance.
- Press the "On" or "Activate" button to turn on the adaptive cruise control system.
- Use the "+" and "-" buttons to set your desired cruising speed.
- Adjust the following distance by pressing the "Gap" or "Distance" button to cycle through the available settings.
Once the system is enabled, your Ford vehicle will automatically maintain the set speed and following distance, adjusting as needed to keep a safe distance from the car in front of you.
Deactivating Adaptive Cruise Control
To turn off the adaptive cruise control, simply press the "Cancel" or "Off" button on the steering wheel or dashboard. This will disengage the system, and you'll need to manually control the vehicle's speed and braking.
It's important to note that adaptive cruise control is designed to be a driver assistance feature, not a replacement for attentive driving. Always keep your hands on the steering wheel and be prepared to take over manual control of the vehicle if necessary.
