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Guide to Using Ford Adaptive Cruise Control

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How to Use Ford Adaptive Cruise Control

Adaptive cruise control is available on nearly all current Ford vehicles, making everyday driving easier by eliminating the need to constantly readjust cruise control speed. The intuitive system automatically adjusts speed to maintain a set distance from slower-moving vehicles ahead. Once traffic speeds up, the system operates like normal cruise control, returning to your designated speed. Learn how to use the Ford Adaptive Cruise Control system when we cover setting cruise speed, adjusting gap distance, and more in this feature guide!

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What Safety Systems are Offered on the 2019 Ford EcoSport?

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Safety Features on the 2019 Ford EcoSport  

Whether you’re cruising down a country road or inching through rush hour traffic, safety is one area where drivers can’t compromise. Thankfully, Ford has a knack for designing intelligent systems that keep you safe and in control. Read on to see what safety features come loaded on the 2019 Ford EcoSport. 

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Utilizing Intelligent Access with Push-Button Start on the Ford F-150

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How to Use Push-Button Start on Ford F-150?

With intelligent access technology now standard on Lariat, King Ranch, Platinum and Limited models, getting your F-150 running and on the road has never been easier. How to use the push-button start feature on your Ford F-150 depends on whether you’re sporting a gasoline or diesel engine under the hood. Read the rest of this entry >>

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2019 Ford F-150 Hill Descent Control User Guide

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How to Use Ford Hill Descent Control on the 2019 Ford F-150

Now equipped with Hill Descent Control, the Ford F-150 takes the tenseness out of traveling downhill for long periods of time. The intelligent system functions as a downhill cruise control by using the vehicle’s brake control system to maintain a set speed so you can focus your attention on steering. Excited to give this feature a go? Keep reading for a complete guide on how to use Ford Hill Descent Control on your 2019 Ford F-150.

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What Audio Systems are Offered on the 2019 Ford F-150?

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2019 Ford F-150 Sound System Options

Whether you’re venturing off on a lengthy road trip or just tackling a 15-minute commute, music has a way of shaping the moment on the road. That’s why Ford has put endless amounts of energy into crafting a variety of ear-pleasing setups. Audiophiles of all genre preferences can enjoy the wide selection of sound systems offered on the 2019 Ford F-150. Keep reading to see what audio systems drivers can find at each trim level of the F-150 lineup.

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How to Lower Your Ford’s Windows Remotely Using Your Key Fob

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How to Use the Ford Global-Open Window Feature

For those of us without a remote-start-equipped vehicle, hazards of entering a hot car are all too familiar. From scorching leather seats to skin-searing seatbelt buckles, we’ve all been burned by the summer sun in one way or another. Thankfully, many Ford vehicles come equipped with a handy feature that can help you escape the heat. Keep reading to learn more about the Ford Global-Open Windows feature and how to use it.

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How Do I Enable the Lane- Keeping System in My Ford Vehicle?

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How to Set Up the Lane-Keeping System on Your Ford Vehicle

Introduced for the first time in 2012, Ford’s Lane-Keeping System provided a much-needed solution to the problem of unintentional lane drifting. Five years later, this innovative driver-assistance feature is now offered standard on many Ford models as part of the Ford Co-Pilot360™ suite. Keep reading to learn how to set up the Lane-Keeping System and adjust its settings on your own Ford vehicle.

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Explore the All-New Ford Terrain Management System at Akins Ford near Atlanta, GA

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What’s New in the 2020 Ford Explorer Terrain Management System?

With the introduction of the redesigned 2020 Ford Explorer, Ford revealed the existence of an all-new terrain management system that promises to make conquering challenging landscapes easier than ever. But this isn’t Ford’s first rodeo when it comes to terrain management. For years, Ford’s four-mode terrain management system has given it an edge over competing off-road models. Keep reading to learn more about Ford’s terrain management systems and how the 2020 Ford Explorer’s all-new system compares to that of previous models.

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How to Set Up Ford SYNC® Connect Wi-Fi Hotspot

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We’d love to say the thrill of the road trip never dies, but truth be told things start to seem a lot less grand after the first dozen rounds of I Spy. That’s why Ford brought us the Ford SYNC® Connect Wi-Fi Hotspot. With a Ford hotspot-equipped vehicle, drivers enjoy quick data speeds with a 4G LTE connection on the AT&T nationwide wireless network. The system is also capable of supporting 10 devices at a time within a 50-foot radius. Eager to get your vehicle’s hotspot up and running? Learn how with this Ford SYNC® Connect Wi-Fi Hotspot setup guide.

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