Ford Escape Quiz

Cruise Control

In this manual: Cruise Control
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What is Cruise Control

Cruise control allows you to maintain a set speed without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal.

Requirements

Use cruise control when vehicle speed is above 20 mph (30 km/h).

Turning Cruise Control On and Off

The cruise control switches are on the steering wheel.

Turning Cruise Control On

Ford Escape. Cruise ControlPress the button to place the system in standby.

Turning Cruise Control Off

Ford Escape. Cruise ControlPress the button while in standby or turn the ignition off.

Adjusting Cruise Control Speed

Drive at the speed you prefer.

Ford Escape. Cruise ControlPress the up or down switch to set the current speed.

Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.

Changing the Set Speed

Ford Escape. Cruise ControlPress and release the up switch to increase the set speed in small increments.

Press and hold the up switch to accelerate. Release the switch when you reach the desired speed.

Ford Escape. Cruise ControlPress and release the down switch to decrease the set speed in small increments.

Press and hold the down switch to decelerate. Release the switch when you reach your preferred speed.

Canceling the Set Speed

Ford Escape. Cruise ControlPress the cancel switch or touch the brake pedal to cancel the set speed.

Resuming the Set Speed

Ford Escape. Cruise ControlPress the resume switch.

Cruise Control Indicators

Ford Escape. Cruise ControlIlluminates when the system is turned on.

Test yourself

A quick Ford Escape quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.