On loose terrain, select 4H or 4L, unlock the rear differential, switch Trail Turn Assist on in the off-road screen, stay below 12 mph and turn the wheel nearly to full lock.
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Verified for the 2025 Ranger Raptor equipped with Trail Turn Assist; availability on other trims is not established by the cited U.S. manual section.
- Required equipment / service
- Trail Turn Assist
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Verified for the 2025 Ranger Raptor equipped with Trail Turn Assist; availability on other trims is not established by the cited U.S. manual section.
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Step by step.
- 01
Move onto a slippery or loose off-road surface and select four-wheel drive high (4H) or low (4L).
- 02
Make sure the rear locking differential is fully unlocked, then switch Trail Turn Assist on from the off-road touchscreen.
- 03
Keep vehicle speed below 12 mph and turn the steering wheel nearly fully toward the intended turn.
- 04
Watch for the active indicator, complete the maneuver slowly, then switch the feature off before driving on a dry hard surface.
Important limits
- Use only on slippery or loose surfaces, never dry hard pavement.
- The system requires 4H or 4L, speed below 12 mph and a fully unlocked rear differential.
- Brake-system noise can occur during normal operation.
Quick checks.
- ✓If it remains available but inactive, reduce speed and add steering angle.
- ✓If it will not activate, verify 4H or 4L and confirm the rear differential is unlocked.
- ✓Selecting 2H or 4A, locking the rear differential or reducing steering input deactivates assistance.
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2025 Ford Ranger Owner's Manual — Trail Turn Assist
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