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What Is Terrain Management System?

Some Ford vehicles are equipped with a Terrain Management System that allows the driver to enhance the off-road performance of the vehicle.

Selecting the mode best suited to the terrain and driving conditions. Each mode changes a number of vehicle parameters within the engine, transmission, traction control, and Four-Wheel Drive systems.

Drive Modes

NORMAL

Lane Assist  For everyday driving. This mode is the perfect balance of excitement, comfort, and convenience. This is the default mode after each ignition cycle, the driveline settings remain the same prior to the ignition cycle.

Depending on your vehicle options, a four-wheel drive auto (4A) or two-wheel drive high (2H) is the default four-wheel drive mode. All four-wheel drive modes are selectable when in normal mode.

The rear electronic locking differential is available below 40 km/h.

Note: The rear electronic locking differential is available at any speed when in four-wheel drive low (4L).

SAND

Sand Mode  For off-road driving on soft, dry sand or deep snow. This mode may help get your vehicle unstuck from deep snow or sand.

Four-wheel drive high (4H) is the default four-wheel drive mode. Four-wheel drive low (4L) is selectable in sand mode. Depending on your vehicle options, four-wheel drive auto (4A) or two-wheel drive high (2H) is not selectable in sand mode.

The rear electronic locking differential is engaged when in sand mode and is available at any speed in all selectable four-wheel drive modes.

Note: Do not use this mode on dry, hard pavement. This could produce some vibration, driveline bi bind-up and potential excessive tire and vehicle wear depending on the four-wheel drive mode selection.

Note: Sand mode is not intended for use on firm, slippery surfaces, such as paved roads covered with snow or ice. For slippery, firm surfaces, use slippery mode.

MUD/RUTS

Selectable Drive Mode - Mud/Ruts  For off-road driving. This mode enhances vehicle performance to traversing muddy, rutted, or uneven terrain.

Four-wheel drive high (4H) is the default four-wheel drive mode. Four-wheel drive low (4L) is selectable in mud/ruts mode. Depending on your vehicle options, four-wheel drive auto (4A) or two-wheel drive high (2H) is not selectable in mud/ruts mode.

The rear electronic locking differential is engaged when in mud/ruts mode and is available at any speed in all selectable four-wheel drive modes.

Note: Do not use this mode on dry, hard pavement. This could produce some vibration, driveline bind-up, and potential excessive tire and vehicle wear depending on the four-wheel drive mode selection.

SLIPPERY

Slippery Mode Icon  For less than ideal conditions such as snow or ice. This mode can be used for crossing terrain where a firm surface is covered with loose or slippery material. Slippery mode lowers throttle response and optimises shifting for slippery surfaces.

Depending on your vehicle options, four-wheel drive auto (4A) or four-wheel drive high (4H) is the default four-wheel drive mode. When four-wheel drive auto (4A) is the default, two-wheel drive high (2H) is not available.

The rear electronic locking differential is available below 40 km/h.

Note: The rear electronic locking differential is available at any speed when in four-wheel drive low (4L).

Note: Do not use this mode on hard pavement while in four-wheel drive high (4H) or four-wheel drive low (4L). This could produce some vibration, driveline bind up, and potential excessive tire and vehicle wear depending on the four-wheel drive mode selection.

ECO

Eco Mode Icon  For efficient driving. This mode helps deliver maximum fuel efficiency and helps to increase driving range.

Depending on your vehicle options, a four-wheel drive auto (4A) or two-wheel drive high (2H) is the default four-wheel drive mode. Four-wheel drive low (4L) is not selectable in eco-mode.

The rear electronic locking differential is available below 40 km/h.

TOW/HAUL

Tow Haul Drive Mode  For improved transmission operation when towing a trailer or a heavy load. This mode moves upshifts to higher engine speeds to reduce the frequency of transmission shifting. This mode also provides engine braking in all forward gears, which slows your vehicle and assists you in controlling your vehicle when descending a slope. The amount of downshift braking provided varies based on the amount you press the brake pedal.

Four-wheel drive auto (4A) is the default four-wheel drive mode when four-wheel drive auto (4A) is available, otherwise, this mode does not default to a certain four-wheel drive mode and maintains the previous selection. All four-wheel drive modes are selectable when in tow/haul.

The system tunes the steering to enhance driving comfort when towing or carrying heavy loads.

The rear electronic locking differential is available below 40 km/h.

Note: The rear electronic locking differential is available at any speed when in four-wheel drive low (4L).

ROCK CRAWL

Image Shown Without Description  For off-road driving and optimum rock climbing. Rock crawl mode optimises throttle response and adjusts transmission shift points to provide additional control of your vehicle.

Four-wheel drive low (4L) is the only four-wheel drive mode available in rock crawl mode.

Comfort is the default steering mode. All steering modes are available.

Off-road is the default suspension mode. All suspension modes are available.

Normal is the default exhaust mode. All exhaust modes are available.

The front electronic locking differential is available below 40 km/h when in four-wheel drive low (4L). The rear electronic locking differential is engaged when in rock crawl mode and is available at any speed.

SPORT

Sport Drive Mode  For sporty driving with improved performance, handling and response. This mode increases accelerator pedal response and provides a sportier steering feel. The powertrain system holds onto lower gears longer, helping your vehicle accelerate faster.

Four-wheel drive auto (4A) is the default four-wheel drive mode. Four-wheel drive low (4L) is not selectable in sport mode.

The front electronic locking differential is not available in sports mode. The rear electronic locking differential is available below 40 km/h.

BAJA

Terrain Control - Baja  For high-speed off-road driving. Baja mode optimises the throttle control for better response and torque delivery.

Four-wheel drive high (4H) is the default four-wheel drive mode. Four-wheel drive auto (4A) is not selectable in Baja mode.

The front electronic locking differential is available below 40 km/h when in four-wheel drive low (4L). The rear electronic locking differential is available at any speed in all selectable four-wheel drive modes.

Note: Do not use this mode on dry, hard pavement. This could produce some vibration, driveline bind-up, and potential excessive tire and vehicle wear depending on the four-wheel drive mode selection.

Note: Drive modes depend on the vehicle. For specific information on your vehicle, select the vehicle model from the Owner’s Manual Information section below, and we will search for the relevantOwner's Manual, If you require the Dealer Locator, this can be found via Dealer Locator


Ford Ranger
Ranger lets you select driving modes that optimize performance across different terrain. Go from Normal, Eco, Slippery, to Tow / Haul in seconds.

Everest
Everest gives you command of six on-and-off-road drive modes: Normal, Eco, Tow Haul, Slippery, Mud/ Ruts, or Sand to help master every terrain.

Territory
Choose the driving mode that suits you;4 Driving Modes, whether it's Normal, Eco, Sport, or Mountain, and enjoy a balance of power, torque, and fuel efficiency on all roads.

Ranger Raptor
Give you command of seven selectable drive Modes: Normal, Sport, Slippery, Mud/Ruts, Sand, Baja, and Rock Crawl.