Ford Trail Control for Off-Road Explained

[BuzzyBud]

In an effort to understand the Ford Trail Control for Off-Road feature, I found the following two videos helpful.





So now the important question. How do you engage Trail Control in the 2021 Bronco? In the videos which show the 2019 Ranger, there is a switch. We know the Hero switches in the Bronco do not have one devoted to Trail Control. I thought perhaps it was embedded within the GOAT modes and more specifically the Rock mode. However, Rock mode can only be engaged in 4L whereas Trail Control can be engaged in 2H, 4H and 4L. Also, we know Rock mode is only available in the Black Diamond, Badlands, and First Edition models. In reviewing the Ford documentation for each of the seven models, it is available on all models if you select the automatic transmission. So now, I am at a loss for how to engage Trail Control!

Sponsored

 

[Zeke013]

Could it be in the electronic interface in the main screen?

 

[BuzzyBud]

Could it be in the electronic interface in the main screen?

I agree. Now we just need to obtain a demo. Maybe someday?!

 

[Used2jeep]

In an effort to understand the Ford Trail Control for Off-Road feature, I found the following two videos helpful.





So now the important question. How do you engage Trail Control in the 2021 Bronco? In the videos which show the 2019 Ranger, there is a switch. We know the Hero switches in the Bronco do not have one devoted to Trail Control.

Where was that deduced? As for other locations for that switch it could be the center of the range selector, though I still think it is one of the Hero buttons.

 

[BuzzyBud]

Where was that deduced? As for other locations for that switch it could be the center of the range selector, though I still think it is one of the Hero buttons.

The on/off for trail control is located at the center of the GOAT modes dial.

 

[Vigor]

The on/off for trail control is located at the center of the GOAT modes dial.

Voila

I wonder how well trail control navigates mall parking lots ?

 

[BuzzyBud]

Voila

I wonder how well trail control navigates mall parking lots ?

Actually, malls are better suited for Trail Turn Assist!

 

[Used2jeep]

Voila

I wonder how well trail control navigates mall parking lots ?

Have to hook it to the Copilot360

 

[Rough Rider]

Trail control is initiated like the cruise control. In the Raptor I drove at the Raptor Attack School it was controlled identically to cruise control.



this show the engagement button.

 

[Deleted member 13702]

So, probably discussed before, but I’ll ask anyway. Is one pedal driving and trail control only offered on the 6 cyl?

I have tried to find it on fords website but can’t find a reference.

There’s a video at king of the hammers while guy is out for a ride that states Trail Control is available on everything but the manual.

 

[Beach_Bum]

So, probably discussed before, but I’ll ask anyway. Is one pedal driving and trail control only offered on the 6 cyl?

I have tried to find it on fords website but can’t find a reference.

Video at king of the hammers while guy is out for a ride states that Trail Control is available on everything but the manual.

Search for the GOAT Modes Explained video by BN. They cover the GOAT modes and the trail control.

 

[Deleted member 13702]

Search for the GOAT Modes Explained video by BN. They cover the GOAT modes and the trail control.

Thanks, I’ll have to watch that video again since I don’t remember them talking about the engine choice in relation to the modes.

It will be nice when Ford dealers have the mannequins so we can climb all over them, then some of this info might stick in my head better.

 

[Beach_Bum]

Thanks, I’ll have to watch that video again since I don’t remember them talking about the engine choice in relation to the modes.

It will be nice when Ford dealers have the mannequins so we can climb all over them, then some of this info might stick in my head better.

I should clarify in that the video demo had the 2.7L. BN had to correct some info on the video as they originally stated the TTA was linked to the 2.7, but the next day corrected the info that it was a function of the 10sp Auto. In the demo video, the Trail Control was on the center dial of the GOAT dial. On the 2.3L, the TC button is missing on the center dial.

 

[mikeeshim]

The Trail Control button is in the center of the GOAT mode dial.
Push once for Trail Control (like cruise control but between 0.5mph and higher), and push twice for One Pedal mode (automatic brake engagement when gas pedal isn't pressed).

Trail Turn assist is the far right (left of hazards) of the HERO buttons.
Please don't use this on pavement, as it may damage your differentials/lockers.

Speeds for both are controlled by the up and down buttons on the left side of the steering wheel.
Great feature when off roading, but I revert to going to 4L, manual mode, and 1st gear when going downhill, mainly because I'm used to this method more.

Sponsored