Driving Aids -> Cross Traffic Alert for Your Ford Fiesta 4 Door 2023

Driving Aids  
Blind Spot Information System Information Messages  
Message  
Action  
BLIS not available Sensor Displays if the blind spot information system sensors are  
blocked See manual blocked.  
BLIS deactivated Trailer Displays if you attach a trailer to your vehicle.  
attached  
BLIS malfunction  
The system has detected a fault that requires service. Have  
your vehicle checked as soon as possible.  
The system is designed to alert you of  
vehicles approaching from the sides when  
CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT  
you shift into reverse (R).  
Using the Cross Traffic Alert  
System  
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 is designed to detect vehicles  
that approach with a speed up to 60 km/h  
(37 mph). Coverage decreases when the  
sensors are partially, mostly or fully  
obstructed. Slowly reversing helps increase  
the coverage area and effectiveness.  
replacement for careful driving.  
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.  
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).  
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Driving Aids  
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The sensor on the left-hand side is only  
partially obstructed and zone coverage on  
the right-hand side is maximized.  
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Driving Aids  
Zone coverage also decreases when  
Note: Keep the sensors free from snow, ice  
parking at narrow angles. The sensor on  
the left-hand side is mostly obstructed and  
zone coverage on that side is severely  
reduced.  
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  
System Lights, Messages and  
Audible Alerts  
performance.  
If the sensors are blocked, a message may  
appear in the information display when  
you shift into reverse (R). See  
Information Messages (page 95).  
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 greater  
than 60 km/h (37 mph).  
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When the system detects a vehicle, an  
indicator illuminates in the exterior mirror  
on the side the approaching vehicle is  
coming from. A tone sounds and a  
message appears in the information  
display.  
Note: In exceptional conditions, the system  
could alert you even when there is nothing  
in the detection zone, for example a vehicle  
passing in the distance.  
The vehicle speed is greater than  
12 km/h (7 mph).  
You reverse out of an angled parking  
space.  
System Errors  
If the system detects a fault a message  
displays. See General Information (page  
91).  
Switching the System Off and On  
Blocked Sensors  
You can temporarily switch the system off  
using the information display. See General  
Information (page 91). When you switch  
system off, a message displays. See  
Information Messages (page 95).  
Note: The system turns on each time you  
switch the ignition on and you shift into  
reverse (R). If you temporarily switch the  
system off, it turns on the next time you  
switch the ignition on.  
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The sensors are behind the rear bumper  
on both sides of your vehicle.  
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Note: The system may not correctly operate  
Note: Traffic sign data provided by the  
navigation system contains information  
integrated to the data carrier release.  
when towing a trailer. For vehicles with a  
trailer tow module and tow bar approved  
by us, the system turns off when you attach  
a trailer. For vehicles with an aftermarket  
trailer tow module or tow bar, we  
The system detects recognizable traffic  
signs, for example:  
Speed limit signs.  
No overtaking signs.  
Speed limit cancellation signs.  
No overtaking cancellation signs.  
recommend that you switch the system off  
when you attach a trailer.  
To permanently switch the system off,  
contact an authorized dealer.  
Note: The system may not detect all traffic  
TRAFFIC SIGN RECOGNITION  
Principle of Operation  
signs and may incorrectly read signs.  
Note: In cold and severe weather conditions  
the system may not function. Rain, snow,  
spray and large contrasts in lighting can all  
prevent the sensor from correctly  
functioning.  
Note: If your vehicle has a suspension kit  
not approved by us, the system may not  
correctly function.  
WARNING: You are responsible for  
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: Always fit Ford original parts when  
replacing headlamp bulbs. Other bulbs may  
reduce system performance.  
The system turns on when you switch the  
ignition on and you cannot switch the  
system off.  
WARNING: The system may not  
operate properly if the sensor is blocked.  
Keep the windshield free from  
obstruction.  
Using Traffic Sign Recognition  
Setting the System Speed Warning  
You can set the system speed warning to  
alert you when the vehicle speed exceeds  
the speed limit recognized by the system  
by a certain speed tolerance.  
The system is designed to detect traffic  
signs to inform you of the current speed  
limit and overtaking regulations. Detected  
traffic signs appear in the information  
display. The sensor is behind the interior  
mirror.  
Note: Do not carry out windshield repairs  
in the immediate area surrounding the  
sensor.  
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