Deutsch
EnglishDriving Aids -> Cross Traffic Alert for your Ford Kuga 2019-2025
Driving Aids
Blind Spot Information System Information Messages
Message
Description
Trailer BLIS Add trailer
Exit Press OK to select
Displays if the new trailer is attached but not selected. Select
a trailer.
BLIS not available Sensor Displays if the blind spot information system sensors are
blocked See manual
blocked.
BLIS and cross traffic
alert deactivated Trailer
attached
Displays if you attach a trailer to your vehicle.
BLIS malfunction
The system has detected a fault that requires service. Have
your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
The system alerts you of vehicles
approaching from the sides behind your
CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT
vehicle when you shift into reverse (R).
Using Cross Traffic Alert
WARNING: Do not use the cross
traffic alert system as a replacement for
using the interior and exterior mirrors or
looking over your shoulder before
reversing out of a parking space. The
cross traffic alert system is not a
The system detects vehicles that approach
at a speed between 6 km/h (4 mph) and
60 km/h (37 mph). Coverage decreases
when the sensors are partially, mostly or
fully obstructed. Slowly reversing helps
increase the coverage area and
replacement for careful driving.
effectiveness.
The system turns on when you start the
engine and you shift into reverse (R). The
system turns off when you shift out of
reverse (R).
WARNING: The system may not
operate properly during severe weather
conditions, for example snow, ice, heavy
rain and spray. Always drive with due
care and attention. Failure to take care
may result in a crash.
300
Kuga (CTD) Vehicles Built From: 22-06-2021, CG3851en enGBR, Edition date: 202104, First-Printing
Driving Aids
E142440
The sensor on the left-hand side is only
partially obstructed and zone coverage on
the right-hand side is maximized.
301
Kuga (CTD) Vehicles Built From: 22-06-2021, CG3851en enGBR, Edition date: 202104, First-Printing
Driving Aids
Zone coverage also decreases when
•
•
The vehicle speed is greater than
parking at narrow angles. The sensor on
the left-hand side is mostly obstructed and
zone coverage on that side is severely
reduced.
12 km/h (7 mph).
You reverse out of an angled parking
space.
Cross Traffic Alert Behavior When
Trailer is Attached
Cross Traffic Alert System Sensors
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. For vehicles with an aftermarket
trailer tow module or tow bar, we
recommend that you switch the system off
when you attach a trailer.
E205199
Cross traffic alert remains on when you
attach a trailer in vehicles that come with
blind spot information system with trailer
tow under the following conditions:
The sensors are behind the rear bumper
on both sides of your vehicle.
Note: Keep the sensors free from snow, ice
•
•
You connect a trailer.
and large accumulations of dirt.
The trailer is a bike rack or cargo rack
Note: Do not cover the sensors with bumper
with a maximum length of 1 m (3 ft).
stickers, repair compound or other objects.
•
You set the trailer length to 1 m (3 ft)
in the information display.
Note: Blocked sensors could affect system
performance.
See Blind Spot Information System
Note: Bike and cargo racks could cause
false alerts due to obstruction of the sensor.
We recommend switching the feature off
when using a bike or cargo rack.
(page 296).
Switching the System On and Off
To switch the system on or off, adjust the
setting. Depending on your vehicle options,
the setting could be in the following:
If the sensors are blocked, a message may
appear in the information display when
you shift into reverse (R).
•
Information display. See General
Cross Traffic Alert System
Information (page 110).
Limitations
•
Touchscreen. See Settings (page 462).
The system may not correctly operate
when any of the following occur:
Note: The system turns on every time you
switch the ignition on. To permanently
switch the system off, contact an authorized
dealer.
•
•
The sensors are blocked.
Adjacently parked vehicles or objects
are obstructing the sensors.
•
Vehicles approach at speeds less than
6 km/h (4 mph) or greater than
60 km/h (37 mph).
302
Kuga (CTD) Vehicles Built From: 22-06-2021, CG3851en enGBR, Edition date: 202104, First-Printing
Driving Aids
If the system malfunctions, a warning lamp
Cross Traffic Alert Indicator
illuminates in the instrument cluster and
a message appears in the information
display. Have your vehicle checked as soon
as possible.
When the system detects an
approaching vehicle, a tone
sounds, a warning lamp
illuminates in the relevant exterior mirror
and arrows appear in the information
display to show which side the
Note: In exceptional conditions, the system
could alert you, even when there is nothing
in the detection zone, for example a vehicle
passing further away from your vehicle.
approaching vehicle is coming from.
Note: If arrows do not display, a message
appears in the information display.
Cross Traffic Alert Information Messages
Message
Action
Cross traffic alert
Displays instead of indication arrows when the system
detects a vehicle. Check for approaching traffic.
Cross traffic not available Indicates blocked cross traffic alert system sensors. Clean
Sensor blocked See
manual
the sensors. If the message continues to appear, have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Cross traffic malfunction The system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked
as soon as possible.
Cross traffic alert deactiv- Displays if you attach a trailer to your vehicle.
ated Trailer attached
WARNING: The system may not
TRAFFIC SIGN RECOGNITION
operate properly if the sensor is blocked.
- VEHICLES WITH: 4.2 INCH
Keep the windshield free from
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
obstruction.
DISPLAY SCREEN
The system is designed to detect traffic
signs to inform you of the current speed
Principle of Operation
limit and overtaking regulations. Detected
traffic signs appear in the information
display. The sensor is behind the interior
WARNING: You are responsible for
mirror.
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: Do not carry out windshield repairs
in the immediate area surrounding the
sensor.
Note: Traffic sign data provided by the
navigation system contains information
integrated to the data carrier release.
303
Kuga (CTD) Vehicles Built From: 22-06-2021, CG3851en enGBR, Edition date: 202104, First-Printing
