Ford Kuga

 Owners Manual

Driving Aids » Driver Alert
Principle of Operation

WARNINGS

• The system does not relieve you of your responsibility to drive with due care and attention.
• At all times you are responsible for controlling your vehicle, supervising the system and intervening if required.
• If the sensor becomes blocked the system may not function.
• Take regular rest breaks as required and do not wait for the system to warn you if you feel tired.
• Take rest breaks only where it is safe to do so.
• Certain driving styles and behavior may result in the system issuing a warning even if you are not feeling tired.
• In cold and severe weather conditions the system may not function. Rain, snow, spray and large contrasts in lighting can all influence the sensor.
• The system will not operate if the sensor cannot track the road lane markings.
• The system may not operate in areas during roadwork construction.
• The system may not operate on roads with sharp bends or narrow lanes.
• Do not carry out windshield repairs in the immediate area surrounding the sensor.
• If your vehicle has a suspension kit not approved by us, the system may not function correctly.

Note: Keep the windshield free from obstructions such as bird droppings, insects and snow or ice.

Note: The system assists you when driving on fast main roads and freeways.

Note: The system calculates an alertness level at vehicle speeds above approximately 40 mph (65 km/h).

The system automatically monitors your driving behavior.

The system is designed to alert you if it detects that you are becoming drowsy or if your driving deteriorates.

Principle of Operation

Using Driver Alert