How can the Ford Co-Pilot360 system be customized on a 2021 Ford Escape?

Access the Settings Menu

• Start your 2021 Ford Escape and ensure it is in park or stationary. This is crucial for safety reasons.
• Navigate to the main menu on the touch screen by pressing the "Settings" icon.
• Scroll through the options until you find "Driver Assistance." Select it to enter the Ford Co-Pilot360 settings.

Customize Adaptive Cruise Control Settings

• Within the "Driver Assistance" menu, locate and select "Adaptive Cruise Control."
• Here, you can adjust settings like following distance and speed tolerance.
• Select "Gap Settings" to adjust the distance your vehicle keeps from the one ahead. Options usually include "Near," "Medium," and "Far."

Adjust Lane-Keeping System Settings

• Still under the "Driver Assistance" menu, find and select "Lane-Keeping System."
• Choose from "Lane-Keeping Alert," "Lane-Keeping Aid," or both. Alert will notify you with vibrations, Aid will help guide the vehicle back into the lane, and selecting both combines these features.
• You can also adjust the sensitivity of these alerts to "Low," "Normal," or "High."

Set Up Pre-Collision Assist

• In the "Driver Assistance" menu, find and select "Pre-Collision Assist."
• Enable the system by toggling the on/off switch.
• Select "Sensitivity" to adjust the warning distance. You can choose between "High," "Medium," and "Low."

Configure Blind Spot Information System (BLIS)

• Go to the "Driver Assistance" menu and select "Blind Spot Information System."
• Ensure the BLIS feature is toggled on. You can usually turn this on or off depending on your preference.
• Some models allow you to adjust the sensitivity of the alerts from this menu as well.

Adjust Cross-Traffic Alert Settings

• From the "Driver Assistance" menu, scroll to and select "Cross-Traffic Alert."
• Enable or disable the system using the toggle switch.

Fine-Tune the Rear View Camera

• In the "Driver Assistance" menu, find and select "Rear View Camera."
• Options here may include adjusting the brightness or contrast to better suit your needs.

Save Your Settings

• After customizing each feature, make sure to save the settings before exiting the menu.
• Return to the main screen and test the features to make sure they are configured to your preferences.

By following these steps, you can fully customize the Ford Co-Pilot360 system on your 2021 Ford Escape to enhance your driving experience and improve safety on the road.