FORD 2013 Taurus v.1 - Manual (Page 220)

PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
Cruise control lets you maintain a set speed without keeping your foot on
the accelerator pedal.
USING CRUISE CONTROL
WARNING: Do not use cruise control in heavy traffic or on roads
that are winding, slippery or unpaved.
Note: Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up or down a
steep hill. Apply the brakes if the vehicle speed increases above the set
speed while driving downhill.
Note: Cruise control will disengage if the vehicle speed decreases more
than 10 mph (16 km/h) below your set speed while driving uphill.
The cruise controls are located on
the steering wheel.
Switching On Cruise Control
Press the ON control up and release.
The indicator will turn on in the instrument cluster.
Setting a Speed
1. Accelerate to the desired speed.
2. Press the SET control upward and release.
3. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
The indicator will change colors in the instrument cluster.
Changing the Set Speed
• Press SET up or down and hold to increase or decrease the set speed.
Release the control when you reach the desired speed.
• Press SET up or down and release. The set speed will change in
approximately 1 mph (2 km/h) increments.
• Press the accelerator pedal or brake pedal until you reach the desired
speed. Press SET up and release.
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2013 Taurus
Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing
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