How do you turn on a Ford blind spot monitor?
Ford's blind spot monitoring system is a valuable safety feature that helps drivers avoid collisions by alerting them to vehicles in their blind spots. To turn on the blind spot monitor in your Ford vehicle, follow these simple steps.
Enabling the Blind Spot Monitor
The blind spot monitor in your Ford vehicle is typically activated by default, but you can check and adjust the settings as needed. Here's how to turn on the blind spot monitor:
- Locate the vehicle settings menu on your Ford's infotainment system or dashboard controls.
- Navigate to the "Driver Assistance" or "Safety" settings.
- Look for an option labeled "Blind Spot Information System" or "BLIS" and ensure it is turned on.
- Adjust the sensitivity of the blind spot detection if desired, choosing between "Normal" or "High" settings.
Once the blind spot monitor is enabled, it will use radar sensors to detect vehicles in your blind spots and provide visual and/or audible alerts to warn you when it's unsafe to change lanes.
Understanding Blind Spot Monitoring
Ford's blind spot monitoring system is designed to enhance your awareness of your vehicle's surroundings and help prevent accidents. The system uses radar sensors located in the rear corners of your vehicle to detect other vehicles in your blind spots, which are the areas not visible in your side-view mirrors.
When the system detects a vehicle in your blind spot, it will illuminate an indicator light in the corresponding side-view mirror. If you then activate your turn signal to change lanes, the system will also provide an audible warning to alert you to the presence of the other vehicle.
The blind spot monitor is just one of the many advanced driver assistance features available in Ford vehicles, all aimed at making your driving experience safer and more confident.
