Switching To Standard Cruise Control
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Lincoln MKX and 2013 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The adaptive cruise control system has the capability for the driver to change from adaptive cruise control to standard cruise control. The LH 5 way steering wheel switch is used to switch from the adaptive cruise control system to standard cruise control system with in the message center. For information on selecting the standard cruise control in the message center, refer to Owner's Literature. Once the driver has selected the standard cruise control in the message center, the adaptive cruise control indicator is replaced by the standard cruise control indicator. The vehicle no longer responds to lead vehicles or automatic braking. Upon the next vehicle ignition cycle, the vehicle defaults back to the adaptive cruise control system.