2017-Focus-Owners Manual

Parking Aids

REAR VIEWCAMERA (If Equipped) WARNINGS The rear view camera system is a reverse aid supplement device that still requires the driver to use it in conjunction with the interior and exterior mirrors for maximum coverage. Objects that are close to either corner of the bumper or under the bumper, might not be seen on the screen due to the limited coverage of the camera system. Reverse your vehicle as slow as possible, higher speeds may limit your reaction time to stop your Use caution when the liftgate is ajar. If the liftgate is ajar, the camera will be out of position and the video image may be incorrect. All guidelines disappear when the liftgate is ajar. Some vehicles may not come equipped with guidelines. Use caution when turning camera features on or off when the transmission is not in park (P). Make sure your vehicle is not moving. The rear view camera system provides a video image of the area behind your vehicle. During operation, lines appear in the displaywhich represent your vehicle’s path and proximity to objects behind your vehicle. vehicle.

E147796 The camera is on the liftgate. Using the Rear ViewCamera System The rear view camera system displays what is behind your vehiclewhen you place the transmission in reverse (R). The system uses three types of guides to help you see what is behind your vehicle: • Active guidelines: Show the intended path of your vehicle when reversing. • Fixed guidelines: Show the actual path your vehicle ismoving inwhile reversing in a straight line. This can be helpful when backing into a parking space or aligning your vehicle with another object behind you. • Centerline: Helps align the center of your vehicle with an object (for example, a trailer). Note: If the transmission is in reverse (R) and the luggage compartment is ajar, no rear view camera features are displayed. Note: If the image comes on while the transmission is not in reverse (R), have the system checked as soon as possible.

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