Police Interceptor mode indicators

Police Interceptor

These next symbols are Police Interceptor Mode indicators. They are found in Ford Explorer models outfitted as police interceptors. It is unclear if these features will remain available if or when an interceptor finds a second life in private hands.

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First up are Pursuit Mode indicators. The system is a temporary driving enhancement, indicated by the blue telltale, that senses the driver is demanding high performance from the vehicle. The transmission holds lower gears and the engine holds higher engine speeds longer than normal driving. The mode terminates when high performance is no longer demanded. Manual Pursuit mode can be selected and is indicated by the white telltale. The symbol is that of a police shield with a vehicle inside with lines flowing from the back to suggest speed.

Second is a Police Perimeter Alert System indicator. The system uses sensors near the rear bumper of the vehicle to detect and monitor moving objects near the vehicle. Detected pedestrians, vehicles and bicycles appear as moving dots on a radar map displayed on the instrument cluster which will turn red if the system identifies a potential threat. When approaching objects cross the selected perimeter, an alert sounds, the rear view camera may show potential threats on the center display and the windows may roll up and the doors lock automatically. The symbol looks like a car seen from above with a dotted line around from the back to the sides.

Finally we have a Police Engine Idle Mode indicator. This mode allows a driver to leave the engine running when the key is removed from the ignition. Pressing the police idle button on the instrument panel allows the ignition to be switched off and the key removed. The power window switches turn off and the interior liftgate unlock button is disabled. The indicator appears as a police shield or badge with a mechanical key inside.

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Remember that only proper service and repair procedures will ensure the safe and reliable operation of your car. In addition, proper safety procedures and precautions, such as the use of safety goggles, the right tools and the equipment should be followed at all times to eliminate the possibility of personal injury or improper service which could damage the vehicle or compromise its safety.

These posts are for information sharing purposes only, and should not be used in lieu of an OEM service manual or factory authorized service procedure. We are not in the auto repair business nor do we publish automotive service manuals. Nothing we include on these pages and posts has been reviewed, approved or authorized by any vehicle manufacturer.

Technology is always changing and what is current and accurate today may be literally out-of-date and inaccurate tomorrow. And when it comes to the current state of flux in the auto industry, nothing could be more true.

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