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2024 FORD Ranger Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Guide

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2024 FORD Ranger Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) User Manual

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), a revolutionary upgrade to the legendary pickup truck, was hailed by Ford Ranger aficionados in 2024. With the help of this cutting-edge technology, drivers can now drive more comfortably and safely while maintaining a constant speed and having their car automatically react to the traffic conditions ahead. The Ford Ranger with ACC gives drivers peace of mind by automatically controlling speed and adhering to distances, making it easy to navigate both busy and highway routes. This feature, which is intended to improve both convenience and safety, is a testament to Ford’s dedication to providing state-of-the-art developments in vehicle technology.

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Cruise Control

WHAT IS CRUISE CONTROL
Cruise control lets you maintain a set speed without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal.

Requirements
Use cruise control when the vehicle speed is greater than 20 km/h in metric units or 15 mph in imperial units.

SWITCHING CRUISE CONTROL
ON AND OFF lets you maintain a set speed without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal.

Requirements
Use cruise control when the vehicle speed is greater than 20 km/h in metric units or 15 mph in imperial units.

SWITCHING CRUISE CONTROL ON AND OFF

WARNING: Do not use cruise control on winding roads, in heavy traffic or when the road surface is slippery. This could result in loss of vehicle control, serious injury or death.

The cruise controls are on the steering wheel.

2024 FORD Ranger Switching Cruise Control Off 02Switching Cruise Control On
Press the button to activate the system. When the system activates, the set speed is equal to the current vehicle speed or 20 km/h (15 mph), whichever is greater. If the speed is too low, or other conditions are not correct for cruise control activation, the system enters standby mode.

2024 FORD Ranger adaptive cruise 16Switching Cruise Control Off
Press the button when the system is active or switch the ignition off.

Note: When you switch cruise control off, the set speed clears.

SETTING THE CRUISE CONTROL SPEED
WARNING: When you are going downhill, your vehicle speed could increase above the set speed. The system does not apply the brakes.

Drive to the speed you prefer.

2024 FORD Ranger SETTING THE CRUISE 03Press the toggle button upward or downward to set the current speed.

Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.

 

Note: The indicator changes colour in the instrument cluster display.

Changing the Set Speed
Press and release the toggle button up to increase the set speed in small increments.

2024 FORD Ranger Changing the Set Speed 04Press and hold the toggle button up to accelerate. Release the button when you have reached your preferred speed.

2024 FORD Ranger Changing the Set Speed 05Press and release the toggle button down to decrease the set speed in small increments.

Press and hold the toggle button down to decelerate. Release the button when you have reached your preferred speed.
Note: If you accelerate by pressing the accelerator pedal, the set speed does not change.  When you release the accelerator pedal, your vehicle returns to the speed that you previously set.

CANCELING THE SET SPEED
2024 FORD Ranger CANCELING THE SET SPEED 06Press the button, or tap the brake pedal to cancel the set speed.

Note: The system remembers the set speed.

 Note: The system cancels if the vehicle speed drops below 10 mph (16 km/h) under the set speed when driving uphill.

RESUMING THE SET SPEED
2024 FORD Ranger CANCELING THE SET SPEED 06Press the button.

 

CRUISE CONTROL INDICATORS
2024 FORD Ranger CRUISE CONTROL 07Illuminates when you switch the system on.

 

HOW DOES ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL WORK
Adaptive cruise control uses a radar sensor to adjust your vehicle speed to maintain a set gap between you and the vehicle in front of you in the same lane.

HOW DOES ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL WITH STOP-AND-GO WORK
Adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go uses radar and camera sensors to maintain a set gap between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you while following it to a complete stop. Stop and go can also be set to follow a vehicle directly in front of you and adjust the set speed, while you are at a complete stop.

ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL 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: Pay close attention to changing road conditions such as entering or leaving a highway, on roads with intersections or roundabouts, roads without visible lanes of travel, roads that are winding, slippery, unpaved, or steep slopes.

WARNING:

  • The system does not control speed in low traction conditions or extremely steep slopes. 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 personal injury.
  • The system is not a crash warning or avoidance system.
  • Do not use the system when towing a trailer that has aftermarket electronic trailer brake controls. Failure to follow this instruction could result in the loss of control of your vehicle, personal injury or death.
  • Do not use tire sizes other than those recommended because this can affect the normal operation of the system. Failure to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control, which could result in serious injury.
  • Do not use the system with a snow Plow blade installed.
  • Do not use the system in poor visibility, for example fog, heavy rain, spray or snow.

When Following a Vehicle

WARNING: When following a vehicle that is braking, your vehicle does not always decelerate quickly enough to avoid a crash without driver intervention. Apply the brakes when necessary. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.

Hilly Condition Usage
You should select a lower gear when the system is active in situations such as prolonged downhill driving on steep slopes, for example in mountainous areas. The system needs additional engine braking in these situations to reduce the load on the vehicle’s regular brake system to prevent it from overheating.

Note: An audible alarm sounds and the system shuts down if it applies brakes for an extended period of time. This allows the brakes to cool. The system functions normally again after the brakes cool.

ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL LIMITATIONS

Sensor Limitations

WARNING:

  • On rare occasions, detection issues can occur due to the road infrastructures, for example, bridges, tunnels and safety barriers. In these cases, the system may brake late or unexpectedly. At all times, you are responsible for controlling your vehicle, supervising the system and intervening, if required.
  • If the system malfunctions, have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
  • Large contrasts in outside lighting can limit sensor performance.
  • The system only warns of vehicles detected by the radar sensor. In some cases, there may be no warning or a delayed warning. Apply the brakes when necessary. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.
  • The system may not detect stationary or slow-moving vehicles below 6 mph (10 km/h).
  • The system does not detect pedestrians or objects in the road.
  • The system does not detect oncoming vehicles in the same lane.
  • The system may not operate properly if the sensor is blocked. Keep the windshield free from obstruction.
  • The sensor may incorrectly track lane markings as other structures or objects. This can result in a false or missed warning.

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  1. Camera
  2. Radar sensor.

The camera is mounted on the windshield behind the interior mirror.
The radar sensor is in the lower grille.

Note: You cannot see the sensor. It is behind a fascia panel.
Note: Keep the front of your vehicle free of dirt, metal badges or objects. Vehicle front protectors, aftermarket lights, additional paint or plastic coatings could also degrade sensor performance.

A message displays if something obstructs the camera or the sensor. When something blocks the sensor, the system cannot detect a vehicle ahead and does not function.

The radar sensor has a limited field of view. It may not detect vehicles at all or detect a vehicle later than expected in some situations. The lead vehicle image does not illuminate if the system does not detect a vehicle in front of you.

Detection issues can occur:

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A: When driving on a different line than the vehicle in front.
B: With vehicles that edge into your lane. The system can only detect these vehicles once they move fully into your lane.
C: There may be issues with the detection of vehicles in front when driving into and coming out of a bend or curve in the road.
In these cases, the system may brake late or unexpectedly.
If something hits the front end of your vehicle or damage occurs, the radar-sensing zone may change. This could cause missed or false vehicle detection.
Optimal system performance requires a clear view of the road by the windshield-mounted camera.

Optimal performance may not occur if:

  • The camera is blocked.
  • There is poor visibility or lighting conditions.
  • There are bad weather conditions.

SWITCHING ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL ON AND OFF
The cruise controls are on the steering wheel.

2024 FORD Ranger Switching Adaptive Cruise Control 11Switching Adaptive Cruise Control On
Press the button to activate the system. When the system activates, the set speed is equal to the current vehicle speed. If the speed is too low, or other conditions are not correct for adaptive cruise control activation, the system enters standby mode.

Note: The minimum set speed is 15 mph or 20 km/h.

The indicator, current gap setting and set speed appear in the instrument cluster display.

2024 FORD Ranger CANCELING THE SET SPEED 06Switching Adaptive Cruise Control Off
Press the button when the system is in standby mode or switch the ignition off.

 Note: When you switch the system off, the set speed clears.

Automatic Cancellation or Deactivation
The system may cancel if:

  • The tires lose traction.
  • You apply the parking brake.
  • Your vehicle speed falls significantly below 15 mph or 20 km/h.

The system may turn off or prevent activating when requested if:

  • The vehicle has a blocked sensor.
  • The brake temperature is too high.
  • There is a failure in the system or a related system.

ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL AUTOMATIC CANCELLATION
The system may cancel if:

  • The tires lose traction.
  • You apply the parking brake.

The system may cancel and set the parking brake if:

  • You unbuckle the seatbelt and open the driver door after adaptive cruise control stops your vehicle.
  • Adaptive cruise control holds your vehicle at a stop continuously for more than three minutes.

The system may deactivate or prevent activating when requested if:

  • The vehicle has a blocked sensor.
  • The brake temperature is too high.
  • There is a failure in the system or a related system.

SETTING THE ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL SPEED
Drive to the speed you prefer.

2024 FORD Ranger SETTING THE CRUISE 03Press the toggle button up or down to set the current speed.

Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.

 

The indicator, current gap setting and set speed appear in the instrument cluster display.

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A vehicle image illuminates if there is a vehicle detected in front of you.

Note: When adaptive cruise control is active, the speedometer may vary slightly from the set speed displayed in the instrument cluster display.

Setting the Adaptive Cruise Speed from a Complete Stop

2024 FORD Ranger SETTING THE CRUISE 03 Press the toggle button up or down while keeping the brake pedal fully pressed.

The set speed adjusts to 15 mph when in imperial units or 20 km/h when in metric units.

The indicator, current gap setting and set speed appear in the instrument cluster display.

 Note: The system activates from a complete stop only when it detects a lead vehicle in close proximity.

Manually Changing the Set Speed
2024 FORD Ranger Changing the Set Speed 04Press and release the toggle button up to increase the set speed in small increments. Press and hold the toggle button up to increase the set speed in large increments. Release the button when the set speed is equal to the preferred speed.

2024 FORD Ranger Changing the Set Speed 05Press and release the toggle button down to decrease the set speed in small increments. Press and hold the toggle button down to decrease the set speed in large increments. Release the button when the set speed is equal to the preferred speed.

You can also press the accelerator or brake pedal until you reach the speed you prefer. Press the toggle button up or down to select the current speed as the set speed.

The system may apply the brakes to slow the vehicle to the new set speed. The set speed continuously displays in the instrument cluster display when the system is active.

SETTING THE ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL GAP
2024 FORD Ranger SETTING THE ADAPTIVE 13Press the button to cycle through the four gap settings.

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The selected gap appears in the instrument cluster display as shown by the bars in the image.

Note: The gap setting is time-dependent and therefore, the distance adjusts with your vehicle speed.
Note: It is your responsibility to select a gap appropriate to the driving conditions.

Adaptive Cruise Control Gap Settings

Graphic Display, Bars Indic-

Gap Distance

Dynamic Behavior

ated

 

 

Between

 

 

Vehicles

 

 

1

Closest.

Sport.

2

Close.

Normal.

3

Medium.

Normal.

4

Far.

Comfort.

Each time you switch the system on, it selects the last chosen gap setting.

Following a Vehicle
When a vehicle ahead of you enters the same lane or a slower vehicle is ahead in the same lane, the vehicle speed adjusts to maintain the gap setting.

Note: When you are following a vehicle and you switch on a turn signal lamp, adaptive cruise control may provide a small, temporary acceleration to help you pass.

Your vehicle maintains a consistent gap from the vehicle ahead until:

  • The vehicle in front of you accelerates to a speed above the set speed.
  • The vehicle in front of you moves out of the lane you are in.
  • You set a new gap distance.

The system applies the brakes to slow down your vehicle to maintain a safe gap distance from the vehicle in front of you. The system only applies limited braking. You can override the system by applying the brakes.

Note: The brakes may emit noise when applied by the system.

If the system determines that its maximum braking level is not sufficient, an audible warning sounds, a message appears in the instrument cluster display and an indicator flash when the system continues to brake. Take immediate action.

CANCELING THE SET SPEED
2024 FORD Ranger CANCELING THE SET SPEED 06Press the button or tap the brake pedal.

The set speed does not erase.

2024 FORD Ranger CANCELING THE SET SPEED 06RESUMING THE SET SPEED
Press the button.

Your vehicle speed returns to the previously set speed and gap setting. The set speed displays continuously in the instrument cluster display when the system is active.

Note: Only use resume if you are aware of the set speed and intend to return to it.

Resuming the Set Speed from a Complete Stop
If your vehicle follows a vehicle to a complete stop and remains stationary for less than a few seconds, your vehicle accelerates from a stationary position to follow the vehicle ahead.

If your vehicle follows a vehicle to a complete stop and remains stationary for more than a few seconds, an indicator and message displays.

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Message

Action

Stopped

Cruise control does not resume automatically when this display is active.

Press button to resume

If the lead vehicle begins to move, you are prompted to press the resume button. Press and release the button or use the accelerator pedal to resume following the lead vehicle.

Auto-Resume

Displays when on a limited access highway after following a vehicle to a complete stop.

In this situation, the vehicle resumes following the lead vehicle without a button press or pressing the accelerator pedal. The system can remain in an auto-resume state for approximately 30 seconds, after which it no longer automatically resumes.

OVERRIDING THE SET SPEED

WARNING: If you override the system by pressing the accelerator pedal, it does not automatically apply the brakes to maintain a gap from any vehicle ahead.
When you press the accelerator pedal, you override the set speed and gap distance. Use the accelerator pedal to intentionally exceed the set speed limit.
When you override the system, the green indicator illuminates and the vehicle icon does not appear in the instrument cluster display.
The system resumes operation when you release the accelerator pedal. The vehicle speed decreases to the set speed, or a lower speed if following a slower vehicle.

ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL INDICATORS
2024 FORD Ranger Switching Adaptive Cruise Control 11Illuminates when you switch adaptive cruise control on. The colour of the indicator changes to indicate the system status.

White indicates the system is on but inactive.
Green indicates that you set the speed and the system is active.

SWITCHING FROM ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL TO CRUISE CONTROL

WARNING: Normal cruise control will not brake when your vehicle is approaching slower vehicles. Always be aware of which mode you have selected and apply the brakes when necessary.

  1. 2024 FORD Ranger SWITCHING FROM ADAPTIVE 15Press the button on the touchscreen.
  2. Press Driver Assistance.
  3. Press Cruise Control.
  4. Press Normal Cruise Control.

2024 FORD Ranger Switching Cruise Control On 01The cruise control indicator replaces the adaptive cruise control indicator if you select normal cruise control. The gap setting does not display, and the system does not respond to lead vehicles. Automatic emergency braking remains active to maintain set speed. The system remembers the last setting when you start your vehicle.

LANE CENTERING

HOW DOES LANE CENTERING WORK
Adaptive cruise control with lane cantering uses the vehicle’s front radar sensor and front windshield camera sensor, together with the steering sensor to operate.

Using these sensors, the system applies continuous steering assistance towards driving in the middle of the lane you choose on highway roads.

Note: The gap setting for adaptive cruise control with lane cantering, operates in the same way as normal adaptive cruise control.

LANE CENTERING PRECAUTIONS

WARNING: Do not use the system when towing a trailer. 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 if any changes or modifications to the steering wheel have been made. Any changes or modifications to the steering wheel could affect the functionality or performance of the system. Failure to follow this instruction could result in the loss of control of your vehicle, personal injury or death.

Adaptive cruise control precautions apply to lane cantering unless stated otherwise or contradicted by a lane cantering precaution.

LANE CENTERING REQUIREMENTS
You must keep your hands on the steering wheel at all times.

Lane cantering only activates when all of the following occur:

  • Adaptive cruise control with lane cantering is enabled in your information and entertainment screen.
  • You have adaptive cruise control with stop and go enabled and set.
  • The steering sensor detects your hands on the steering wheel.
  • The system detects both lane markings when driving on a straight road.
  • Your vehicle is initially cantered in the lane between two visible line markings.

Note: If the system does not detect valid lane line markings, the system will remain in standby until valid line markings are available.

LANE CENTERING LIMITATIONS
Adaptive cruise control limitations apply to lane cantering unless stated otherwise or contradicted by a lane cantering limitation.

Lane cantering may not correctly operate in any of the following conditions:

  • The lane width is too narrow or wide.
  • The curve in the road is too tight.
  • The system does not detect the minimum required lane markings or when lanes merge or split.
  • When the required steering effort to maintain lane centre exceeds the lane centring system limit.
  • When driving in areas that are under construction or when road work is in progress.
  • If the front windshield camera and/or the front radar are blocked.
  • When using a spare tire.
  • Inclement weather conditions include, but not limited to, high wind, heavy rain, and fog.
  • Driving into direct sunlight.
  • When modifications to the steering system has been made, including alterations to the steering wheel.
  • When towing a trailer.

Note: The system steering assistance is limited and may not have sufficient effort for all driving situations and/or conditions, such as driving through tight curves or driving through curves at high speeds.

Note: In exceptional conditions, the system may deviate from the lane centre.

SWITCHING LANE CENTERING ON AND OFF
You must keep your hands on the steering wheel at all times.

The controls are on the steering wheel.

2024 FORD Ranger SWITCHING LANE CENTERING ON 17Press the button.

The indicator appears in the instrument cluster. When the lane cantering system is on, the colour of the indicator changes to indicate the system status.

You can override the system at any time by steering your vehicle.

Note: The lane cantering requirements must be met before you can enable the feature.

Enabling and Disabling Lane Cantering

  1. 2024 FORD Ranger SWITCHING FROM ADAPTIVE 15Press the button on the touchscreen.
  2. Press Driver Assistance.
  3. Press Cruise Control.
  4. Press Adaptive Cruise Control.
  5. Switch Lane Cantering on or off.

LANE CENTERING ALERTS
You must keep your hands on the steering wheel at all times.

When the system is active and detects no steering activity for a period of time, the system alerts you to put your hands on the steering wheel. If you do not react appropriately to the warnings the adaptive cruise control with lane cantering system cancels and slows your vehicle down to idle speeds while maintaining steering control.

The system also alerts you if your vehicle crosses lane line markings without detected steering activity.

 Note: The system could detect a light grip or light touch on the steering wheel as hands-off driving.

LANE CENTERING AUTOMATIC CANCELLATION
When an external condition cancels the system, and your hands are on the steering wheel, a tone sounds and a message appears in the instrument cluster display.

When an external condition cancels the system, and your hands are not on the steering wheel, the system immediately alerts you to take control of the vehicle. If this alert is ignored, the system slows the vehicle while maintaining steering assistance when lane markings are available. When no lane markings are available, the vehicle comes to a stop.

2024 FORD Ranger CANCELING THE SET SPEED 06If your vehicle starts to slow down after system cancellation, you must take full control of the vehicle. To re-enable adaptive cruise control with lane cantering after cancellation, press and release the resume button.

Automatic cancellation can also occur if:

  • The lane becomes too wide or narrow.
  • The system cannot detect valid lane markings.
  • Lane markings cross over one another.
  • The curve of the road is too sharp.

Note: If your vehicle slows down due to your inactivity twice within a key cycle, the system disables it.

To reset the system, when the vehicle is stationary, return the gear selector to park (P) and turn the vehicle off. Then, restart the vehicle with your foot on the brake pedal.

LANE CENTERING MANUAL CANCELLATION
When you perform the following actions, adaptive cruise control with lane cantering will cancel:

  • The brake pedal is pressed.
  • The adaptive cruise control button on the steering wheel is switched off.

The lane centring system is momentarily suppressed when either of the following actions are performed:

  • Turn signal indicator is latched or tapped.
  • You steer the vehicle out of lane.

LANE CENTERING INDICATORS
2024 FORD Ranger LANE CENTERING INDICATORS 18Illuminates when you switch lane cantering on. The colour of the indicator changes to indicate the system status.

Gray status indicates the system is on but in standby mode.

Green status indicates the system is enabled and applying steering assistance to keep the vehicle in the centre of the lane.

Amber status with an audible tone, which then changes to gray status, indicates a system automatic cancellation.

LANE CENTERING TROUBLESHOOTING

LANE CENTERING INFORMATION MESSAGES

 Note: Depending on your vehicle options and instrument cluster type, not all messages display or are available.

Message

Action

Keep Hands on Steering Wheel

You must return your hands to the steering wheel and provide steering input to cancel the message.

Lane Centering Assist Not Available

Lane centering is currently not available, due to conditions that prevent the system from becoming active. To reset the system, when the vehicle is stationary, return the gear selector to park (P) and turn the vehicle off. Then, restart the vehicle with your foot on the brake pedal.

Resume Control

Adaptive cruise control with lane centring is about to cancel.

You must immediately take full control of the vehicle.

Press the Accelerator Pedal to Resume

Adaptive cruise control with lane centring is in standby mode. When safe to do so, you can resume adaptive cruise control with lane centring by applying pressure on the accelerator pedal. Alternatively, you can also re-enable adaptive cruise control with lane centring by pressing the resume button on the steering wheel.

INTELLIGENT ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL

HOW DOES INTELLIGENT ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL WORK
Intelligent adaptive cruise control combines speed sign recognition and navigation map data with adaptive cruise control to adjust the cruise set speed to the speed limit detected by the speed sign recognition system. As the system detects new speed signs, the set speed updates.

There are limitations that affect the accuracy of the speed sign recognition system and its ability to determine the current speed limit. The intelligent adaptive cruise control system and its ability to determine the current speed limit shares these limitations.

Note: The adaptive cruise control gap setting operates normally when the feature is enabled.

INTELLIGENT ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL 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.

INTELLIGENT ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL LIMITATIONS

The speed limit information provided by the navigation map data could be inaccurate or out of date.

The system may not detect and read speed limit signs with conditional information, for example, when a sign is flashing, during specific time ranges, or when children are present.

Note: The system does not set the vehicle speed to speed limits shown with a supplementary traffic sign.

Under certain conditions, the system may not adjust the vehicle speed until after your vehicle passes the speed limit.

SWITCHING INTELLIGENT MODE ON AND OFF

  1. 2024 FORD Ranger SWITCHING FROM ADAPTIVE 15Press the button on the touchscreen.
  2. Press Driver Assistance.
  3. Press Cruise Control.
  4. Press Adaptive Cruise Control.
  5. Press Speed Sign Recognition.

ADJUSTING THE SET SPEED TOLERANCE

  1. 2024 FORD Ranger SWITCHING FROM ADAPTIVE 15
  2. Press the button on the touchscreen.
  3. Press Driver Assistance.
  4. Press Cruise Control.
  5. Press Adaptive Cruise Control.
  6. Press Speed Sign Recognition.
  7. Press Tolerance.
  8. Use the slider bar to adjust the allowable tolerance for the system.

Note: You cannot set the tolerance more than 20 mph (30 km/h) above or below the recognized speed.

INTELLIGENT ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL ALERTS
If you increase the set speed beyond the speed limit or speed limit plus a positive tolerance value, the set speed indicator flashes.

The warning does not occur if:

  • You override the set speed using the accelerator pedal.
  • The vehicle speed exceeds the set speed due to being on a downhill slope.

INTELLIGENT ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL INDICATORS

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The set speed limit displays next to the detected speed limit in the instrument cluster.

INTELLIGENT ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL TROUBLESHOOTING

INTELLIGENT ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL INFORMATION MESSAGES

Note: Depending on your vehicle options and instrument cluster type, not all messages display or are available.
Note: Certain messages may be abbreviated or shortened depending upon which cluster type you have.

Message

Details

Intelligent Cruise Control Speed Sign Recognition Not Available

Conditions exist preventing the system from being available.

Check that the front windshield camera is not blocked. Navigation system information may not be available. If the message continues to appear, have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.

ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL TROUBLESHOOTING

ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL INFORMATION MESSAGES -VEHICLES WITH: STOP-AND-GO

Note: Depending on your vehicle options and instrument cluster type, not all messages display or are available.

Note: The system could abbreviate or shorten certain messages depending upon which cluster type you have.

Message

Action

Adaptive Cruise Malfunction

A malfunction is preventing the adaptive cruise from engaging.

Front Sensor Not Aligned

Contact an authorized dealer to have the radar checked for proper coverage and operation.

Adaptive Cruise Not Available

Conditions exist preventing the system from being available.

Adaptive Cruise Not Available Sensor Blocked See Manual

You have a blocked radar because of poor radar visibility due to inclement weather or ice, mud, or water in front of the radar.

You can typically clean the sensor to resolve this.

Due to the nature of radar technology, it is possible to get a blockage warning with no actual block. This happens, for example, when driving in sparse rural or desert environments.

A false blocked condition either self clears, or clears after you restart your vehicle.

Message

Action

Normal Cruise Active Adaptive Braking Off

You have selected normal cruise control. The system does not brake or react to traffic.

Adaptive Cruise – Driver Resume Control

Displays when the adaptive cruise control is going to cancel and you must take control.

Adaptive Cruise Speed Too Low to Activate

Displays when the vehicle speed is too slow to activate the adaptive cruise control and there is no lead vehicle in range.

FAQs

What is the 2024 Ford Ranger Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) feature?

The 2024 Ford Ranger’s Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a high-tech driver assistance system that changes the speed of the car to stay safely behind the car in front of it.

How does the 2024 Ford Ranger Adaptive Cruise Control work?

The 2024 Ford Ranger Adaptive Cruise Control uses sensors to find out how far ahead of it is and how fast it is going. It then adjusts the Ranger’s speed to keep a safe gap.

Is the 2024 Ford Ranger Adaptive Cruise Control reliable in various driving conditions?

Unfortunately, the 2024 Ford Ranger Adaptive Cruise Control is not meant to work well in bad weather, on the highway, or on city streets.

Can I adjust the following distance with the 2024 Ford Ranger Adaptive Cruise Control?

Yes, the 2024 Ford Ranger Adaptive Cruise Control lets drivers change the following distance to fit their needs and the road conditions.

Does the 2024 Ford Ranger Adaptive Cruise Control come with a stop-and-go feature?

Yes, the 2024 Ford Ranger Adaptive Cruise Control has a stop-and-go mode that lets it stop the Ranger completely in traffic and then start moving again on its own.

How does the stop-and-go feature of the 2024 Ford Ranger Adaptive Cruise Control enhance driving convenience?

The 2024 Ford Ranger Adaptive Cruise Control’s stop-and-go feature keeps drivers from getting tired and stressed out in heavy traffic by controlling speeding up and slowing down automatically.

Can the 2024 Ford Ranger Adaptive Cruise Control system detect pedestrians or cyclists?

Additionally, the 2024 Ford Ranger Adaptive Cruise Control mainly works with cars, so drivers must always be alert and watch out for pedestrians and bicycles.

Does the 2024 Ford Ranger Adaptive Cruise Control system require constant driver supervision?

Yes, drivers must always be aware of what’s going on around them and be ready to take control of the 2024 Ford Ranger Adaptive Cruise Control.

How can I activate the 2024 Ford Ranger Adaptive Cruise Control system?

To use the 2024 Ford Ranger’s Adaptive Cruise Control, just press the ACC button on the steering wheel and use the settings to set the speed you want to go.

Is there a speed limit for the 2024 Ford Ranger Adaptive Cruise Control system?

Even though the 2024 Ford Ranger Adaptive Cruise Control can keep you going at different speeds, you should always follow the speed limits and other traffic rules in your area.

How does the 2024 Ford Ranger Adaptive Cruise Control system integrate with other safety features?

Yes, drivers can briefly turn off the 2024 Ford Ranger Adaptive Cruise Control system by pressing the brake pedal or using the controls to do it themselves.

Does the 2024 Ford Ranger Adaptive Cruise Control system provide any feedback to the driver?

The 2024 Ford Ranger’s Adaptive Cruise Control system works with other safety features, like systems that help you avoid collisions, to make the road safer overall.

Can the 2024 Ford Ranger Adaptive Cruise Control system adapt to changes in traffic conditions quickly?

Yes, the 2024 Ford Ranger’s Adaptive Cruise Control system lets the driver know both visually and audibly if they need to do something or if something goes wrong with the system.

Is the 2024 Ford Ranger Adaptive Cruise Control system available in all trim levels?

Yes, the 2024 Ford Ranger’s Adaptive Cruise Control system is made to quickly adjust to changes in traffic so that the car stays safe and runs efficiently.

Is the 2024 Ford Ranger Adaptive Cruise Control system available in all trim levels?

You might not be able to get the 2024 Ford Ranger Adaptive Cruise Control system if you choose a certain trim level or set of options.

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