2018 Ford Focus ST Owners Manual - Driver Alert

Driver Alert

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:  The system may not operate properly if the sensor is blocked. Keep the windshield free from obstruction.    WARNING:  Take regular rest breaks if you feel tired. Do not wait for the system to warn you.    WARNING:  Certain driving styles may result in the system warning you even if you are not feeling tired.    WARNING:  In cold and severe weather conditions the system may not function. Rain, snow and spray can all limit sensor performance.    WARNING:  The system will not operate if the sensor cannot track the road lane markings.    WARNING:  If damage occurs in the immediate area surrounding the sensor, have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.    WARNING:  The system may not correctly operate if your vehicle is fitted with a suspension kit not approved by us.

The system is designed to alert you if it calculates that you are becoming drowsy or if your driving deteriorates.

The system calculates your alertness level based upon your driving behavior in relation to the lane markings and other factors when the vehicle speed is greater than approximately 65 km/h (40 mph).

Driver Alert System Warnings

The warning system has two stages:

1. A temporary warning is issued to advise you to take a rest. This message only appears for a short time.
2. If you do not rest and the system continues to detect that your driving deteriorates, it issues a further warning. This remains in the information display until you cancel it.

Note:   The system does not warn you if the vehicle speed falls below approximately 65 km/h (40 mph).

Driver Alert Limitations

Your calculated alertness level shows in gray if:

• The sensor cannot track the road lane markings.
• The vehicle speed is less than approximately 65 km/h (40 mph).

Switching Driver Alert On and Off

1. Press the menu button on the steering wheel to enter the information display main menu.

1. Select Settings.

1. Select Driver Assistance.

1. Switch Driver Alert on and off.

Note:   The system remains on or off depending on how it was last set.

Resetting Driver Alert

You can reset the system by:

• Switching the ignition off and on when your vehicle is stationary.
• Opening and closing the driver door when your vehicle is stationary.

Driver Alert System Messages