2010 Ford Taurus Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 270

Driving Activating/deactivating collision warning system To turn the warning system and/or chime on or off and set the warning sensitivity , refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Note: If the system cannot be turned off in a MyKey™ equipped vehicle, refer to MyKey™ in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. Note: If collision warnings are perceived as being too frequent or disturbing then the warning sensitivity can be reduced, though the manufacturer recommends using the highest sensitivity setting where possible. Setting lower sensitivity would lead to fewer and later system warnings. Refer to the Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter for instructions on reducing the sensitivity. BLIND SPOT INFORMATION SYSTEM (BLISா) WITH CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT (CTA) (IF EQUIPPED) The BLIS௡ is a convenience feature that aids the driver in assessing whether a vehicle is within an area on either side of the vehicle extending rearward from the outside mirrors to approximately 10 feet (3 meters) beyond the bumper. This area is referred to as the blind zone. The BLIS௡ will alert the driver to the presence of motorized vehicles in these areas while driving on roads and freeways. The system is not designed to prevent contact with other vehicles or objects. The system is designed to provide a warning to assist the driver in detecting vehicles in the blind zones. The system will not detect infrastructure, pedestrians, or cyclists. WARNING: To help avoid injuries, NEVER use the BLIS௡ as a replacement for using the side and rear view mirrors and looking over your shoulder before changing lanes. BLIS௡ is not a replacement for careful driving and only an assist. 270 2010 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)