FORD 2013 Fusion Hybrid v.1 - Manual (Page 185)

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
WARNINGS
Vehicle modifications involving
braking system, aftermarket roof
racks, suspension, steering system,
tire construction and wheel and tire size
may change the handling characteristics
of the vehicle and may adversely affect
the performance of the AdvanceTrac
system. In addition, installing any stereo
loudspeakers may interfere with and
adversely affect the AdvanceTrac system.
Install any aftermarket stereo loudspeaker
as far as possible from the front center
console, the tunnel, and the front seats in
order to minimize the risk of interfering with
the AdvanceTrac sensors. Reducing the
effectiveness of the AdvanceTrac system
could lead to an increased risk of loss of
vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal
injury and death.
Remember that even advanced
technology cannot defy the laws of
physics. It’s always possible to lose
control of a vehicle due to inappropriate
driver input for the conditions. Aggressive
driving on any road condition can cause
you to lose control of your vehicle
increasing the risk of personal injury or
property damage. Activation of the
AdvanceTrac system is an indication that
at least some of the tires have exceeded
their ability to grip the road; this could
reduce the operator’s ability to control the
vehicle potentially resulting in a loss of
vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal
injury and death. If your AdvanceTrac
system activates, SLOW DOWN.
The AdvanceTrac Control system helps
you keep control of your vehicle when on
a slippery surface. The electronic stability
control portion of the system helps avoid
skids and lateral slides and roll stability
control helps avoid a vehicle rollover. The
traction control system helps avoid drive
wheel spin and loss of traction. See Using
Traction Control (page 182).
E72903
A
A
A
B
B
B
B
Vehicle without AdvanceTrac
skidding off its intended route. A
Vehicle with AdvanceTrac
maintaining control on a slippery
surface. B
USING STABILITY CONTROL
AdvanceTrac®
The system automatically activates when
you start your engine. The AdvanceTrac
system cannot be completely turned off,
but the ESC system is disabled when the
transmission selector lever is in position R.
The traction control portion of the system
can be turned off independently. See
Using Traction Control (page 182).
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Stability Control