2024 FORD F-350 Brake Sensors User Manual
In the realm of automotive engineering, where precision meets power, the 2024 Ford F-350 emerges as a beacon of technological innovation and rugged reliability. At the heart of this behemoth lies a sophisticated array of sensors, meticulously designed to elevate the driving experience to unparalleled heights. From the moment you grip the wheel, these sensors spring to life, seamlessly orchestrating a symphony of data to enhance safety, performance, and convenience. Whether navigating bustling city streets or conquering unforgiving terrain, these sensors serve as your vigilant guardians, detecting obstacles with pinpoint accuracy, monitoring vital vehicle functions, and optimizing every aspect of your journey. Embark on a voyage of discovery as we delve into the intricacies of these sensors, unravelling their complexities and uncovering the transformative impact they wield within the 2024 Ford F-350, where cutting-edge technology meets the timeless allure of the open road.
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Reverse Brake Assist
WHAT IS REVERSE BRAKE ASSIST
Reverse brake assist is designed to reduce impact damage or assist in avoiding a collision while in reverse (R). Using sensors on the rear of the vehicle, it can detect a possible collision and apply the brakes. If full braking occurs, the system attempts to stop the vehicle a safe distance from the obstacle.
HOW DOES REVERSE BRAKE ASSIST WORK
Reverse brake assist functions when in reverse (R) and travelling at a speed of 1–7 mph (2–12 km/h).
If the system detects an obstacle behind your vehicle, it provides a warning through the rear parking aid or cross-traffic alert system.
REVERSE BRAKE ASSIST PRECAUTIONS
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.
WARNING: To help avoid personal injury, always use caution when in reverse (R) and when using the sensing system.
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.
WARNING: Traffic control systems, fluorescent lamps, inclement weather, air brakes, external motors and fans may affect the correct operation of the sensing system. This may cause reduced performance or false alerts.
WARNING: Some situations and objects prevent hazard detection. For example low or direct sunlight, inclement weather, unconventional vehicle types, and pedestrians. Apply the brakes when necessary. Failure to follow this instruction could result in the loss of control of your vehicle, personal injury or death.
WARNING: Do not use the system with accessories that extend beyond the front or rear of your vehicle, for example a trailer hitch or bike rack. The system is not able to make corrections for the additional length of the accessories.
The system only applies the brakes for a short period when an event occurs. Act as soon as you notice the brakes apply to remain in control of the vehicle. If you do not intervene the vehicle may start to move again.
Note: Certain add-on devices around the bumper or fascia may create false alerts. For example, large trailer hitches, bicycle or surfboard racks, license plate brackets, bumper covers or any other device that may block the normal detection zone of the system. Remove the add-on device to prevent false alerts.
Note: The system does not react to small or moving objects, particularly those close to the ground.
Note: The system does not operate during hard acceleration or steering.
Note: If your vehicle sustains damage to the bumper or fascia leaving it misaligned or bent, it could alter the sensing zone causing inaccurate measurement of obstacles or false alerts.
Note: Vehicle loading and suspension changes can impact the angle of the sensors and may change the normal detection zone of the system resulting in inaccurate measurement of obstacles or false alerts.
Note: When you connect a trailer, the system may detect the trailer and provide an alert, or the system may turn off. If the system does not turn off, manually switch the system off after you connect the trailer.
Note: You may experience reduced system performance on road surfaces that limit deceleration. For example, roads with ice, loose gravel, mud or sand.
SWITCHING REVERSE BRAKE ASSIST ON AND OFF
- Press Features on the touchscreen.
- Press Driver Assistance.
- Switch Reverse Brake Assist on or off.
Note: The system is unavailable when the rear parking aid or cross-traffic alert is off.
Note: If your vehicle is not equipped with cross-traffic alert the reverse braking assist relies on input from the rear parking aid and rear camera sensors.
Note: The default setting is on in some regions.
OVERRIDING REVERSE BRAKE ASSIST
There could be instances when unexpected or unwanted braking occurs. Firmly pressing the accelerator pedal or switching the feature off overrides the system.
REVERSE BRAKE ASSIST INDICATORS
If the system determines that a collision with an obstacle may occur, full braking may apply.: The system is unavailable when the rear parking aid or cross-traffic alert is off.
Note: If your vehicle is not equipped with cross-traffic alert the reverse braking assist relies on input from the rear parking aid and rear camera sensors.
Note: The default setting is on in some regions.
OVERRIDING REVERSE BRAKE ASSIST
There could be instances when unexpected or unwanted braking occurs. Firmly pressing the accelerator pedal or switching the feature off overrides the system.
REVERSE BRAKE ASSIST INDICATORS
If the system determines that a collision with an obstacle may occur, full braking may apply.
A message and warning indicator appears when the system applies the brakes.
REVERSE BRAKE ASSIST TROUBLESHOOTING
REVERSE BRAKE ASSIST INFORMATION MESSAGES
|
Message |
Description |
| Reverse Brake Assist | Displays when the system applies the brakes and remains on for a few seconds. |
| Reverse Brake Assist Not Available See Manual | Make sure that all doors, liftgate or tailgate and hood are closed. Drive the vehicle on a straight road for a short period. Make sure the parking aids and cross-traffic alert systems are on. If the message remains on, have the system checked as soon as possible. |
| Reverse Brake Assist Fault | Displays when a system error has occurred. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible. |
| Reverse Brake Assist Off | Displays when reverse brake assist is off. |
REVERSE BRAKE ASSIST FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why is reverse brake assist unavailable?
- Make sure the reverse brake assist is on. See Switching Reverse
- Brake Assist On and Off. Make sure that all doors, liftgate or tailgate and hood are closed. Drive the vehicle on a straight road for a short period. If the message remains, have the system checked.
- If your vehicle has a cross-traffic alert system, make sure it is on. See Switching Cross Traffic Alert On and Off.
- Make sure the rear parking aid system is on.
- Make sure the traction control is on.
- Your vehicle may have sustained a rear-end impact. Have the sensors checked for proper coverage and operation.
- An anti-lock brake, traction control or stability control event may have occurred. Reverse brake assist resumes operation when the event is complete.
- Make sure the rear view camera and a 360-degree camera are not dirty or obstructed. If dirty, clean the camera. If the message still appears after cleaning the camera, wait a short time for the message to clear. If the message is not clear, have the system checked.
- • Make sure the cross-traffic alert, rear parking aid and side parking aid sensors are not blocked or faulty. See Locating the Cross Traffic Alert Sensors.
- You recently had your vehicle serviced, or the battery disconnected. Drive your vehicle a short distance to resume system operation.
- Reverse brake assist does not function when you connect a trailer. Operation resumes when you disconnect the trailer.
Note: If the answers to why the system is unavailable do not assist in returning reverse brake assist to available, have the system checked as soon as possible.
WHAT IS CROSS-TRAFFIC BRAKING
The system is designed to reduce impact damage or assist in avoiding a collision by using the sensors on the rear of your vehicle to detect a possible collision and applying the brakes.
HOW DOES CROSS-TRAFFIC BRAKING WORK
The system only reacts for vehicles approaching from the sides when you shift into reverse (R).
If the system detects a vehicle approaching your vehicle, it provides a warning through the cross-traffic alert system.
The system only applies the brakes for a short period when an event occurs. Take action as soon as you notice the system applying the brakes to remain in control of your vehicle, the system does not do this for you.
Note: You need to enable cross-traffic alert for the system to function.
CROSS-TRAFFIC BRAKING PRECAUTIONS
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.
WARNING: To help avoid personal injury, always use caution when in reverse (R) and when using the sensing system.
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.
WARNING: Traffic control systems, fluorescent lamps, inclement weather, air brakes, external motors and fans may affect the correct operation of the sensing system. This may cause reduced performance or false alerts.
WARNING: Some situations and objects prevent hazard detection, for example, inclement weather, unconventional vehicle types and pedestrians. Apply the brakes when necessary. Failure to follow this instruction could result in the loss of control of your vehicle, personal injury or death.
WARNING: Do not use the system with accessories that extend beyond the front or rear of your vehicle, for example a trailer hitch or bike rack. The system is not able to make corrections for the additional length of the accessories.
Note: Certain add-on devices around the bumper or fascia may create false alerts. For example, large trailer hitches, bicycle or surfboard racks, license plate brackets, bumper covers or any other device that may block the normal detection zone of the system. Remove the add-on device to prevent false alerts.
Note: If your vehicle sustains damage to the bumper or fascia leaving it misaligned or bent, it could alter the sensing zone causing inaccurate measurement of obstacles or false alerts.
Note: Vehicle loading and suspension changes can impact the angle of the sensors and may change the normal detection zone of the system resulting in inaccurate measurement of obstacles or false alerts.
Note: When you connect a trailer, the system may detect the trailer and provide an alert, or the system may turn off. If the system does not turn off, switch the system off manually after you connect the trailer.
Note: You may experience reduced system performance on road surfaces that limit deceleration. For example, roads with ice, loose gravel, mud or sand.
SWITCHING CROSS-TRAFFIC BRAKING ON AND OFF
- Press Features on the touchscreen.
- Press Driver Assistance.
- Switch Cross Traffic Braking on or off.
OVERRIDING CROSS TRAFFIC BRAKING
There could be instances when unexpected or unwanted braking occurs. Firmly pressing the accelerator pedal or switching the feature off overrides the system.
CROSS TRAFFIC BRAKING INDICATORS
If the system determines that a collision with an obstacle may occur, full braking may apply. Bring your vehicle to a stop a safe distance away from the obstacle.
A message and warning indicator appears when the system applies the brakes.
CROSS-TRAFFIC BRAKING TROUBLESHOOTING
CROSS-TRAFFIC BRAKING INFORMATION MESSAGES
|
Message |
Action |
| Reverse Brake Assist Not Available See Manual | Drive the vehicle on a straight road for a short period. Make sure the parking aids and cross-traffic alert systems are on. If the message remains on, have the system checked as soon as possible. |
| Reverse Brake Assist Fault | Displays when a system error has occurred. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible. |
| Reverse Brake Assist Off | Displays, when cross-traffic braking, is off. |
CROSS TRAFFIC BRAKING FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why is cross-traffic braking unavailable?
- Make sure the cross-traffic alert system is on.
- The vehicle has sustained a rear-end impact. Contact an authorized dealer to have the sensors checked for proper coverage and operation.
- An ABS, traction control or stability control event may have occurred. Cross-traffic braking resumes operation when the event is complete.
- Make sure there are no blocked or faulted sensors.
- You recently had your vehicle serviced, or the battery disconnected. Drive your vehicle a short distance to resume system operation.
Note: If the answers to why the system is unavailable do not assist in returning cross-traffic braking to available, have the system checked as soon as possible.
FAQs
There are many sensors on the 2024 FORD F-350, such as proximity sensors, tyre pressure sensors, and blind spot tracking sensors.
The lane departure warning sensors in your 2024 FORD F-350 can be set up.
Yes, you can change how the 2024 FORD F 350’s parking sensors work to suit your needs.
The 2024 FORD F-350’s adaptive cruise control sensors help keep the car a safe distance from the car in front of it by changing the speed of the car automatically.
If you own a 2024 FORD F-350, you should always check the sensors’ accuracy, but especially after any repair or maintenance work.
Yes, you can usually turn off the 2024 FORD F-350’s lane-keeping assist feature in the settings menu.
If the sensors in your 2024 FORD F-350 are giving you the wrong information, clean them first to make sure nothing is blocking their function.
If your 2024 FORD F-350’s blind spot monitoring system is giving you trouble, check the sensors for any damage or blockages that you can see
Even though the 2024 FORD F-350’s sensors are made to be weatherproof, it’s still important to keep them clean and free of dirt so they work at their best.
The 2024 FORD F-350’s TPMS checks the air pressure in each tyre and lets the driver know if there is a big change from the recommended amounts.
Yes, the sensors in the 2024 Ford F-350 may need software updates to keep working at their best and staying compatible with other parts of the car.
If you tow with the 2024 FORD F-350’s sensors turned on, keep in mind that the system may change its settings to account for the extra weight.
The 2024 FORD F-350 has sensors that can tell when a trailer is leaning, and it can either apply the brakes or change the engine power.
Yes, you can usually change how sensitive the 2024 FORD F-350’s collision avoidance systems are in the settings menu of the car for a more personalised driving experience.
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