Ford Fusion: Cross Traffic Alert (IF EQUIPPED) / 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.
Note: Blocked sensors could affect system
performance.
If the sensors are blocked, a message may
appear in the information display when
you shift into reverse (R).
The system detects vehicles that approach
at a speed between 4 mph (6 km/h) and
37 mph (60 km/h). Coverage decreases
when the sensors are partially, mostly or
fully obstructed...
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...
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
LHside shown, RH side similar.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the exterior rear door handle.
Refer to: Exterior Rear Door Handle (501-14 Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems, Removal and Installation)...
System Operation
Module Programming Menu
Module Programming is listed under the Toolbox tab after starting an IDS session with a vehicle. The module programming menu is disabled when a manual vehicle session is created.
The Module Programming menu has 4 selections:
Programmable Module Installation (PMI)
Module Reprogramming
Programmable Parameters
As-Built
These selec..