Driving – FORD 2012 Explorer v.1 User Manual

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The system may offer subsequent backward and forward maneuvers
before proceeding to the finish phase.

APA finished

When active park assist has completed the automated steering, the touch
screen displays ACTIVE PARK ASSIST FINISHED followed by a chime.

The driver is responsible to assess and correct as necessary the final
parking position and put the vehicle in P (Park).

The system can also be deactivated at any time by the following:
• Pressing the APA control switch.
• Grabbing the steering wheel.
• Exceeding a vehicle speed of 18 mph (30 km/h) for 30 seconds during

active park searching.

• Exceeding a vehicle speed of 6 mph (10 km/h) during automatic

steering.

• Deactivating the AdvanceTrac௡ system or the system has activated on

a slippery or loose surface.

• ABS activation or failure.
• Any door (except the driver’s door) opens.
• Something touching the steering wheel.
If a fault is present in the system, the message CAUTION! ACTIVE PARK
ASSIST FAULT PLEASE REFER TO OWNER’S MANUAL will be
displayed followed by a chime. Occasional active park assist messages
may occur in normal operation. For recurring or frequent active park
assist faults, contact an authorized dealer to have your vehicle serviced.

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2012 Explorer (exp)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
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