Different Grilles Explained

[GiddyUp15]

The tone going off was annoying... not the mirror warnings...even though it was a subtle sound it did get annoying hearing it every time a car was in either lane next to me

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Yeah that would be annoying! I'm not positive, because I haven't tested it, but I think the Ford system only emits tones of you start drifting closer to the object, but honestly I've had this car for 3 years and never had the BLIS emit a tone before.

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[MikeAZ]

Yeah that would be annoying! I'm not positive, because I haven't tested it, but I think the Ford system only emits tones of you start drifting closer to the object, but honestly I've had this car for 3 years and never had the BLIS emit a tone before.

On many cars (Mazda 6 for instance) BLIS only emits a tone if the turn signals are activated in the direction the traffic is detected. The mirror lights are active whenever something close enough is detected (including walls, closely spaced trees, etc.).

 

[cbrookre]

So what if it is the little dots on the bumpers..... discreet enough but I did not get that package for the reverse sensors however they may still be used for the bliss and crosstraffic

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Our Fusion has BLIS but not backup sensors and there are no small dots across the bumper. Pretty sure those are only for backup sensors.

 

[JWS]

My impression would be that the Reverse Sensing System uses the Sonic Sensors, 'cause their relatively cheap and that the BLIS, etc., uses Radar that can see through the Bumper and has a faster reaction time that would be needed with fast moving vehicles. Is that correct?

 

[Seabee1973]

My impression would be that the Reverse Sensing System uses the Sonic Sensors, 'cause their relatively cheap and that the BLIS, etc., uses Radar that can see through the Bumper and has a faster reaction time that would be needed with fast moving vehicles. Is that correct?

doppler radar is a sonic wave FYI how the sensors work is that they detect the proximity and direction that an object is coming. for reverse sensing, it detects proximity and how it is getting close ...so closer a wave... you will get a faster tone in the cab... or whatever it does but concept, it's all doppler

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[Seabee1973]

Our Fusion has BLIS but not backup sensors and there are no small dots across the bumper. Pretty sure those are only for backup sensors.

I am not sure about the dots... for the longest time I saw them on alot of vehicles esp in the bumper region of suvs... figured they were something that helped keep the bumpers on but I have also seen them on the chrome metal bumpers too.. so I really don't know what those damn dots are for...I don't like them but I can live with it... hopefully I won't see it on my mustang but I guess we'll see

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[FordService]

Thanks for the info Tricia. The question remains then. Why do some cars have the honeycomb lower grill and some don't? Doesn't seem to have to do with trim level or package.

Inquiring minds want to know

That’s a great question, DBCooper.

All these inquiring minds are definitely keeping me busy! ;)

I’ll do some research on this and touch base with you as soon as I get some info.

Until then, have a great day!

Tricia

 

[FordService]

Despite Tricia's Reply, I still stand by my initial post and observation. Personally I believe the Lower Grill with the Horizontal Bar and Blanked Off Ends like the one on the 50th Limited Edition is the Lower Grill for the Adaptive Cruise Control. I may be wrong but that is what I Believe.

I agree, you could still be right as Tricia's replay emphasizes keeping the parts hidden and the different lower grill allows that to happen.

from what I heard all the sensors whether they are adaptive cruise control, reverse park assist and the bliss w/ cross traffic alert are all hidden discreetly behind the bumpers as it was also explained at the auto show. the different grill designs quite simply would be of the different vehicles you ordered being a V6 the lowers might be blanked out but with the ecoboost there is an active grille system that adjust with speed either opening or closing allowing for a better aerodynamic profile which also increases mpg. the gt base will probably have a separate grill from the gt premiums which also differentiates the different models much like the rear diffuser. The 50th anniversary edition as it also states will have unique design cues whether it is the front or back and a few on the inside

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I somewhat agree, (despite my own response just now lol) in that I would like to hear a good explanation of what those ugly black boxes are, if not for the ACC.

If you look on the configurator website, that appears to be the V6 lower grille.

Tricia has no dog in this fight, and I would think that she researched her answer before posting here.

Also on the configurator site, it doesn't change the lower grill if you add ACC without the 50th package, which is encouraging but from all the photos we've seen flying around doesn't really mesh up with reality. I don't wee why they can't put the sensor behind the fang and honeycomb grills? Sure you might see it a little...but it would look much better than the ugly V6/50th grill...IMO

Hey guys!

I have a supportive and knowledgeable team that assisted me with this particular question.

I’m always here to help where I can!

Tricia

 

[FordService]

Earlier I wondered why it would not be hidden in the bumper, I wouldn't think there would be any extra difficulty in assembly. It's great to hear that's how it's done.

It sure is, Firepath!

 

[TampaBear67]

Hey guys!

I have a supportive and knowledgeable team that assisted me with this particular question.

I’m always here to help where I can!

Tricia

So can you PLEASE Clear this Issue up Tricia? Is THIS Lower Grill (Seen Here on the 50th LE for Reference Only) the Grill for the Adaptive Cruise Control? Why have we seen This Lower Grill on V-6's, as well as Base and Premium Level Eco-Boost and GT's if It's Not where the ACC Sensors are being "Hidden"

 

[Wild Stang]

Supposedly the limited edition does not come with adaptive cruise control, so I don't get why everyone thinks that is the ACC lower grill.

 

[GiddyUp15]

Supposedly the limited edition does not come with adaptive cruise control, so I don't get why everyone thinks that is the ACC lower grill.

My theory is that they use the same ACC/V6 grill on the 50th LE and 50th package just because it flows better with the corral grill, not because they have ACC necessarily.

 

[Pakman]

Supposedly the limited edition does not come with adaptive cruise control, so I don't get why everyone thinks that is the ACC lower grill.

People don't think it's because the limited edition has that lower grill. It's more because of how ACC looks on other Ford vehicles. This is the Ford Fusion's lower grill with the ACC module on the driver's side corner lower grill. They didn't even bother covering up the other end to preserve symmetry.

Imagine if they did block off the other corner for appearance's sake. Look familiar?

If Ford could tuck it behind the grill on the Mustang how come they didn't bother doing it on the Fusion? If anything there's less obstructions on the Fusion grill than the honeycomb/wavey grills on the Mustang.

 

[Pakman]

Edit: Double post.

 

[TampaBear67]

People don't think it's because the limited edition has that lower grill. It's more because of how ACC looks on other Ford vehicles. This is the Ford Fusion's lower grill with the ACC module on the driver's side corner lower grill. They didn't even bother covering up the other end to preserve symmetry.

Imagine if they did block off the other corner for appearance's sake. Look familiar?

If Ford could tuck it behind the grill on the Mustang how come they didn't bother doing it on the Fusion? If anything there's less obstructions on the Fusion grill than the honeycomb/wavey grills on the Mustang.

My Point Exactly!
The Area where the Sonar/Radar Picks Up has to be Relatively Flat so Hiding it Behind the Honeycomb would Not Be an Option. Hiding it Behind the Bumper Cover doesn't make sense either because the Impact Bar is there and would put the System at Risk of being Damaged. Not to mention By Placing it In the Lower Grill makes it easier to Fit/Substitute the system Sensors on the Assembly Line.

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