Ford Fusion: Cross Traffic Alert (IF EQUIPPED) / Cross Traffic Alert System Limitations

Ford Fusion 2013–2020 Owners Manual / Driving Aids / Cross Traffic Alert (IF EQUIPPED) / Cross Traffic Alert System Limitations

The system may not correctly operate when any of the following occur:

The sensors are blocked.
Adjacently parked vehicles or objects are obstructing the sensors.
Vehicles approach at speeds less than 4 mph (6 km/h) or greater than 37 mph (60 km/h).
The vehicle speed is greater than 7 mph (12 km/h).
You reverse out of an angled parking space.

Cross Traffic Alert System Sensors

The sensors are behind the rear bumper on both sides of your vehicle. Note: Keep the sensors free from snow, ice and large accumulations of dirt. Note: Do not cover the sensors with bumper stickers, repair compound or other objects...

Cross Traffic Alert Behavior When Trailer is Attached. Switching the System On and Off

Cross Traffic Alert Behavior When Trailer is Attached Note: The system may not correctly operate when towing a trailer. For vehicles with an approved trailer tow module and tow bar, the system turns off when you attach a trailer...

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Ford Fusion 2013–2020 Service Manual: Refrigerant System Tests. General Procedures

Inspection NOTE: Procedure 1 — Ambient Temperature below 21 °C (70 °F). NOTE: Proper A/C system diagnosis on a vehicle’s compressor is dependent on correct refrigerant system charge and tested in ambient temperatures above 21°C (70°F)...

Ford Fusion 2013–2020 Owners Manual: Checking the Wiper Blades. Changing the Wiper Blades

Checking the Wiper Blades Run the tip of your fingers over the edge of the blade to check for roughness. Clean the wiper blades with washer fluid or water applied with a soft sponge or cloth. Changing the Wiper Blades The wiper arms can be manually moved when the ignition is off...

Manual Climate Control

Ford Fusion. Manual Climate Control

Note: Depending on your vehicle option package, the controls may look different from what you see here.