Reverse Sensing System

The Reverse Sensing System is a safety feature available on Ford trucks and SUVs at Schicker Ford in St. Louis. It is designed to help drivers navigate safely and avoid collisions when backing up at low speeds, especially in tight parking situations. The system uses sensors mounted on the rear bumper to detect objects that may be close to the rear of the vehicle.

Key features and functionalities of the Reverse Sensing System include:

• Audible Alerts: When the driver engages the vehicle in Reverse (R) and begins to back up, the Reverse Sensing System automatically activates. The rear bumper-mounted sensors start transmitting signals to detect objects in the vehicle's path. If an object is detected within approximately six feet, the system emits an audible warning tone (beeping) to alert the driver.
• Distance Calculation: The system rapidly calculates the distance between the vehicle and the detected object based on the time it took for the signals to travel from the sensors to the object and back.
• Progressive Warning: As the vehicle gets closer to the detected object, the warning beeps increase in frequency. This progressive warning helps the driver gauge the distance to the object accurately.
• Continuous Tone: When the vehicle is within approximately 10 inches from the object, the warning beeps become a continuous tone, signaling that the vehicle is very close to the object.
• Debris Awareness: If the Reverse Sensing System is not operating correctly, the driver should check the rear sensors for debris, such as snow or mud, that might be obstructing their functionality.
• Automatic Deactivation: The Reverse Sensing System automatically turns off when the vehicle is shifted into Park (P) or Neutral (N). Additionally, drivers have the option to disable the system through the Information Display if desired.
• Coexistence with Forward Sensing System: In vehicles equipped with both the Front and Reverse Sensing Systems, the Forward Sensing System remains active even when the vehicle is in Reverse (R). This is a helpful feature, especially when parallel parking, as the front bumper may swing while maneuvering.

Overall, the Reverse Sensing System provides valuable assistance to drivers during parking and reversing, helping them avoid collisions and reduce potential damage to the vehicle and surrounding objects.