remote start FORD EDGE 2021 User Guide

OPENING AND CLOSING THE
WINDOWS
WARNING: Do not leave children
unattended in your vehicle and do not
let them play with the power windows.
Failure to follow this instruction could
result in personal injury. WARNING:
When closing the
power windows, verify they are free of
obstruction and make sure that children
and pets are not in the proximity of the
window openings. Press the window control switch
to open the window. Lift the
window control switch to close
the window.
Note: The power windows operate with the
ignition on, and for several minutes after you
switch the ignition off or until you open a
front door.
To reduce wind noise or pulsing noise when
one window is open, slightly open the
opposite window.
One-Touch Open
(If Equipped)
Fully press the window control switch and
release it. Press again or lift it to stop the
window.
One-Touch Close
(If Equipped)
Fully lift the window control switch and
release it. Press again or lift it to stop the
window.
Resetting One-Touch Close
Carry out all steps within 30 seconds of
starting the sequence.
1. Close the window. 2. Press and hold the window control
switch until the window is fully open.
Keep the window control switch
pressed for a few seconds.
3. Lift and hold the window control switch
until the window is fully closed. Keep
the window control switch held for a
few seconds.
4. Press and hold the window control switch until the window is fully open.
Keep the window control switch
pressed for a few seconds.
5. Lift and hold the window control switch
until the window is fully closed. Keep
the window control switch held for a
few seconds.
Note: Repeat the procedure if the window
does not close when you use one-touch.
Accessory Delay
The window switches remain operational
for several minutes when you switch the
ignition off or until you open either front
door.
GLOBAL OPENING
What Is Global Opening
You can use the remote control to open
the windows with the ignition off.
Using Global Opening
Gl ob al Open W indo w s
1.
Press and release the unlock button on
the remote control.
2. Press and hold the unlock button on the remote control.
3. Release the button when the windows
start to open.
Press the lock or the unlock button on the
remote control to stop global opening.
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WHAT IS REMOTE START
R
emo t e S t art S y s t em
The system allows you to remotely start
your vehicle and to adjust the interior
temperature according to the settings that
you chose.
REMOTE START
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Do not start the engine
in a closed garage or in other enclosed
areas. Exhaust fumes are toxic. Always
open the garage door before you start
the engine. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in personal injury
or death.
REMOTE START LIMITATIONS
Remote start does not work under the
following conditions:
• The alarm horn is sounding.
• The hood is open.
• The transmission is not in park (P).
• The ignition is on.
• The battery voltage is below the
minimum operating voltage.
Note: Do not use remote start if your fuel
level is low.
Note: You can use remote start with
FordPass. See Connecting the Vehicle to
a Wi-Fi Network (page 360).
ENABLING REMOTE START
1. Using the information display controls on the steering wheel, select Settings.
2. Select
Settings. 3. Select
Vehicle.
4. Select
Remote Start.
5. Switch
System on.
Note: To use remote start, make sure that
the modem is enabled. See
Enabling and
Disabling the Modem (page 360).
REMOTELY STARTING AND
STOPPING THE VEHICLE
Remotely Starting the Vehicle Press the button on the remote
control.
Within three seconds, press the
button on the remote control.
Within three seconds, press the
button again.
Note: You can also use FordPass to start
the vehicle.
Note: The turn signal lamps flash twice.
Note: The parking lamps turn on when the
vehicle is running.
Note: The horn sounds if the system fails
to start.
Note: All other vehicle systems remain off
when you have remotely started the vehicle.
Note: The vehicle remains secured when
you have remotely started the vehicle. A
valid key must be inside your vehicle to
switch the ignition on and drive your vehicle.
Remotely Stopping the Vehicle Within three seconds, press the
button on the remote control.
Within three seconds, press the
button again.
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EXTENDING THE REMOTE
START DURATION
To extend the remote start duration during
remote start, do the following:
Press the button on the remote
control.
Within three seconds, press the
button on the remote control.
Within three seconds, press the
button again.
If the duration is set to 15 minutes, the
duration extends by another 15 minutes.
This provides a total of 30 minutes.
Note: Remote start can only be extended
once.
Note: A maximum of two remote starts, or
one remote start with an extension, are
allowed. To reset the restart procedure
switch the vehicle to on, then to off.
REMOTE START REMOTE
CONTROL INDICATORS
Remote Control Feedback
An LED on the remote control provides
status feedback of remote start or stop
commands. Status
LED
Remote startsuccessful.
Solid green.
Remote stopsuccessful.
Solid red.
Request failed or
status not received.
Blinking red.
Status incomplete.
Blinking green. REMOTE START SETTINGS
Switching Climate Control Auto
Mode On and Off
1. Press Settings on the touchscreen.
2. Press
Vehicle.
3. Press
Remote Start Setup.
4. Press
Climate control.
5. Switch
Auto on or off.
Note: If you switch the auto mode on, the
system attempts to heat or cool the interior
to 22°C (72°F).
Note: When you switch the ignition on, the
climate control system returns to the last
used settings.
Note: The heated windshield, heated rear
window, heated mirrors, heated seats and
heated steering wheel could turn on in cold
weather.
Switching Climate Control Last
Settings On and Off
1. Using the touchscreen, select Settings
.
2. Select
Vehicle.
3. Select
Remote Start Setup.
4. Select
Climate control.
5. Switch
Last settings on or off.
Note: If you switch the last settings on, the
system remembers the last used settings.
Switching the Heated Seat
Settings On and Off
1. Using the touchscreen, select Settings
.
2. Select
Vehicle.
3. Select
Remote Start Setup.
4. Select
Seats or Seats and Wheel.
5. Select
Auto or Off.
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Note:
If you switch the heated seat settings
on, the heated seats turn on during cold
weather.
Note: You cannot adjust the heated seat
settings when you have remotely started
the engine.
Switching the Heated Steering
Wheel Settings On and Off
1. Using the touchscreen, select Settings.
2. Select
Vehicle.
3. Select
Remote Start Setup.
4. Select
Seats and Wheel.
5. Select
Auto or Off.
Note: If you switch the heated steering
wheel settings on, the heated steering wheel
turns on during cold weather.
Note: You cannot adjust the heated
steering wheel settings when you have
remotely started the engine.
Setting the Remote Start Duration
You can set a duration for the engine to
run.
Note: Wait a few seconds before remotely
starting the engine after the engine stops
running.
1. Using the touchscreen, select Settings
.
2. Select
Vehicle.
3. Select
Remote Start Setup.
4. Select
Duration.
5. Select
5 minutes, 10 minutes or 15
minutes.
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Adjusting the Lumbar Support (If
Equipped) HEATED SEATS (If Equipped)
Heated Seat Precautions
WARNING: Use caution when using
the heated seat if you are unable to feel
pain to your skin because of advanced
age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord
injury, medication, alcohol use,
exhaustion or other physical conditions.
The heated seat could cause burns even
at low temperatures, especially if used
for long periods of time. Failure to follow
this instruction could result in personal
injury. WARNING:
Do not poke sharp
objects into the seat cushion or seat
backrest. This could damage the heated
seat element and cause it to overheat.
Failure to follow this instruction could
result in personal injury. WARNING:
Do not place anything
on the seat that blocks the heat, for
example a seat cover or a cushion. This
could cause the seat to overheat. Failure
to follow this instruction could result in
personal injury.
Do not:
• Place heavy objects on the seat.
• Operate the heated seat if water or any
other liquid spills on the seat. Allow the
seat to dry.
Switching the Heated Seats On
and Off
The vehicle must be running to use this
feature. Press the heated seat symbol to cycle
through the various heat settings and off.
The more indicators that display, the
warmer the temperature of the seat.
Note:
The heated seats may remain on
after you remote start your vehicle, based
on your remote start settings. The heated
seats may also turn on when you start your
vehicle if they were on when you switched
your vehicle off.
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Starting the Engine
1.
Start the engine of the booster vehicle
and moderately rev the engine, or
gently press the accelerator to keep
the engine speed between 2000 and
3000 RPM, as shown in your
tachometer.
2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.
3. Once you start the disabled vehicle, run
both vehicle engines for an additional
three minutes before disconnecting the
jumper cables.
Removing the Jumper Cables
Remove the jumper cables in the reverse
order that they were connected.
Note: Do not switch the headlamps on
when disconnecting the cables. The peak
voltage could blow the bulbs.
POST-CRASH ALERT SYSTEM
What Is the Post-Crash Alert
System
The system helps draw attention to your
vehicle in the event of a serious impact. How Does the Post-Crash Alert
System Work
The system is designed to turn the hazard
flashers on and to intermittently sound the
horn in the event of a serious impact that
deploys an airbag or the seatbelt
pretensioners.
Post-Crash Alert System
Limitations
Depending on applicable laws in the
country your vehicle was built for, the horn
does not sound in the event of a serious
impact.
Switching the Post-Crash Alert
System Off
Press the hazard flasher switch or the
unlock button on the remote control to
switch the system off.
Note:
The alert turns off when the vehicle
battery runs out of charge.
AUTOMATIC CRASH SHUTOFF
What Is Automatic Crash Shutoff
The automatic crash shutoff is designed
to stop the fuel going to the engine in the
event of a moderate or severe crash.
Note: Not every impact causes a shutoff.
Automatic Crash Shutoff
Precautions WARNING: If your vehicle has been
involved in a crash, have the fuel system
checked. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in fire, personal injury or
death.
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UPDATING THE VEHICLE
SYSTEMS WIRELESSLY
Over the air system updates
allow you to update your vehicle
system software wirelessly. To
make sure you receive all updates, set a
recurring schedule and connect to Wi-Fi.
Updates may take longer if not connected
to Wi-Fi, or may not download at all. See
Connected Vehicle (page 360).
Note: Additional over the air update icons
may appear in the status bar. See
Status
Bar (page 373).
Over the Air System Update
Requirements
Before updating, reference this list to make
sure your vehicle is ready be updated. If
these requirements are not met during a
scheduled update, the update will be
canceled and you can reschedule.
• Your vehicle is not running.
• Your vehicle is stopped.
• Your vehicle is parked.
• The hazard indicators are switched off.
• The alarm is not sounding.
• The doors are closed.
• The parking lights are switched off.
• You are not pressing the brake pedal.
• An emergency call is not in progress.
• Your vehicle is not in limp mode.
Scheduling an Over the Air System
Update
Make sure Vehicle Connectivity and
Automatic Updates are switched on.
Using the Settings Menu
1. Open the application drawer.
2. Press the
System Updates button. 3. Press
Schedule Update.
4. Use the controls to set the time and day of the update.
5. Save the schedule.
Note: You can set the updates to occur
every seven days.
Using the Status Bar Icon When an update is available, tap
the notification icon and follow
the prompts on the screen.
Applying an Over the Air System
Update
You can schedule a convenient time for
the update to complete. During scheduled
updates you may not be able to use your
vehicle.
Note: Updates may take up to 30 minutes
to complete.
You can see the progress of the update on
the touchscreen. An update cannot be
canceled once it has been started.
During an update you will not be able to
drive your vehicle, start the vehicle, use
remote controls to lock and unlock the
vehicle. The alarm, central locks, and door
tones are disabled. The electronic door
lock will not function during an update. You
can open the doors using the mechanical
latch if child locks are not on. Pull the
handle until it stops to use the mechanical
latch.
Note: Double locking is switched off and
central locking is switched on during and
after an update.
Note: If your vehicle is plugged in, charging
will stop during an update and resume when
the update is complete.
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Doors and Locks – Warning Lamps...............72
Drive Belt Routing Overview - 2.0L EcoBoost™.................................................299
Drive Belt Routing Overview - 2.7L EcoBoost™.................................................299
Driver Alert.....................................................244
Driver Alert – Troubleshooting...................... 245
Driver Alert Limitations..............................244
Driver Alert Precautions............................244
Driver Alert – Troubleshooting...............245 Driver Alert – Information Messages..........245
Driving Economically..................................263
Driving Hints
..................................................263
Driving Through Water...............................263
E
Easy Entry and Exit
........................................79
Electric Parking Brake Audible Warning..........................................................191
Electric Parking Brake.................................190 Electric Parking Brake –
Troubleshooting.............................................. 191
Electric Parking Brake – Troubleshooting..........................................191
Electric Parking Brake – Information Messages.......................................................... 192
Electric Parking Brake – Warning Lamps................................................................. 191
Electric Power Steering
..............................197
Electric Power Steering Precautions...........197
Electromagnetic Compatibility
..............469
Emergency Call Limitations......................60
Emergency Call Requirements.................59
Emergency Call System Data....................25
Emergency Towing
.......................................271
Emission Law................................................467 Noise Emissions Warranty, Prohibited
Tampering Acts and
Maintenance.................................................. 468
Tampering With a Noise Control System............................................................. 468
Enabling Apps on an Android Device............................................................382
Enabling Apps on an iOS Device...........382
Enabling Remote Start
...............................125 End User License Agreement.................442
VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT (EULA) ................................. 442
Engine Block Heater
.....................................161
Engine Block Heater Precautions.................. 161
How Does the Engine Block Heater Work.................................................................... 162
Using the Engine Block Heater...................... 162
Engine Oil Capacity and Specification - 2.0L EcoBoost™
........................................351
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold
Climates........................................................... 352
Engine Oil Capacity and Specification - 2.7L EcoBoost™........................................352
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates........................................................... 353
Engine Oil
........................................................293
Adding Engine Oil.............................................. 293
Checking the Engine Oil Level....................... 293
Engine Oil Capacity and Specification.................................................. 294
Engine Oil Dipstick Overview........................ 293
Resetting the Engine Oil Change Reminder......................................................... 294
Engine Specifications - 2.0L EcoBoost™.................................................347
Engine Specifications - 2.7L EcoBoost™.................................................348
Entering a Parallel Parking Space.........208
Entering a Perpendicular Parking Space............................................................209
Evasive Steering Assist...............................241 Evasive Steering Assist Limitations.............241
Switching Evasive Steering Assist On and
Off........................................................................\
241
What Is Evasive Steering Assist.................... 241
Event Data
.........................................................23
Exiting a Parking Space..............................210
Extending the Remote Start Duration.........................................................126
Exterior Bulbs................................................303 Changing a Front Turn Signal Lamp
Bulb................................................................... 305
Changing a Headlamp Bulb.......................... 304
Changing a License Plate Lamp Bulb................................................................... 306
Exterior Bulb Specification Chart................303
Removing a Headlamp Assembly..............304
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Power Outlet Precautions.........................155
Power Seats...................................................136
Adjusting the Head Restraint..........................137
Adjusting the Lumbar Support...................... 139
Adjusting the Seat Backrest........................... 138
Adjusting the Seat Cushion............................ 138
Adjusting the Seat Height............................... 138
Folding the Seat Backrest............................... 142
Head Restraint Components......................... 136
Installing the Head Restraint......................... 138
Moving the Seat Backward and Forward............................................................. 138
Removing the Head Restraint........................ 137
Unfolding the Seat Backrest.......................... 142
Pre-Collision Assist Limitations.............238 Pedestrian Detection Limitations...............238
Pre-Collision Assist Precautions............237
Pre-Collision Assist.....................................237 Automatic Emergency Braking.................... 240
Distance Alert..................................................... 240
Distance Indication........................................... 239
Evasive Steering Assist..................................... 241
Pre-Collision Assist – Troubleshooting............................................ 242
Pre-Collision Assist – Troubleshooting........................................242
Pre-Collision Assist – Frequently Asked Questions......................................................... 243
Pre-Collision Assist – Information Messages......................................................... 242
Preparing Your Vehicle for Storage........313 12 Volt Battery...................................................... 313
Body........................................................................\
. 313
Brakes...................................................................... 313
Engine...................................................................... 313
General................................................................... 313
Hybrid Battery Systems ................................... 313
Tires........................................................................\
. 314
Programming a MyKey.................................67
Programming the Garage Door Opener to Your Garage Door Opener
Motor
..............................................................150
Programming the Garage Door Opener to Your Gate Opener Motor.....................151
Gate Operator / Canadian Programming.................................................... 151
Programming the Garage Door Opener to Your Hand-Held Transmitter...........149 Programming the Remote Control.........64
Properly Adjusting the Driver and Front
Passenger Seats..........................................53
Puncture See: Changing a Flat Tire................................. 341
Push Button Ignition Switch
....................160
Starting the Engine............................................ 160
Switching the Ignition Off............................... 160
Switching the Ignition to Accessory Mode.................................................................. 160
R
Radio Frequency Certification Labels...........................................................404
Blind Spot Information System Sensors............................................................ 404
Body Control Module...................................... 408
Cruise Control Module....................................... 411
Garage Door Opener......................................... 414
Keys and Remote Controls............................. 415
Radio Transceiver Module.............................. 420
SYNC...................................................................... 423
Telematics Control Unit.................................. 429
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Sensors............................................................. 429
Wireless Accessory Charging Module........437
Rear Exterior
....................................................30
Rear Occupant Alert System Audible Warnings.......................................................145
Rear Occupant Alert System Indicators......................................................145
Rear Occupant Alert System Limitations...................................................144
Rear Occupant Alert System Precautions..................................................144
Rear Occupant Alert System
...................144
Rear Parking Aid...........................................199 Locating the Rear Parking Aid
Sensors............................................................. 199
Rear Parking Aid Audible Warnings.............199
Rear Parking Aid Limitations.......................... 199
What is the Rear Parking Aid......................... 199
Rear Seats........................................................141 Heated Seats........................................................ 143
Manual Seats........................................................ 141
Power Seats.......................................................... 142
Rear View Camera Guide Lines..............203
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Rear View Camera Object Distance
Indicators.....................................................204
Rear View Camera Precautions.............203
Rear View Camera......................................203
Rear View Camera Settings.......................... 204
Rear View Camera Settings....................204 Switching Rear View Camera Delay On and
Off...................................................................... 205
Zooming the Rear View Camera In and Out..................................................................... 204
Recalling a Preset Position.......................146 Linking a Preset Position to your Remote
Control .............................................................. 146
Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle - 2.0L EcoBoost™, AWD
...........................270
Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle - 2.0L EcoBoost™, FWD...........................270
Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle - 2.7L EcoBoost™........................................270
Refueling..........................................................173 Manually Opening the Fuel Filler
Door..................................................................... 174
Refueling System Overview............................ 173
Refueling Your Vehicle....................................... 173
Releasing the Electric Parking Brake if the Vehicle Battery Has Run Out of
Charge.............................................................191
Remote Control Limitations.......................61
Remotely Starting and Stopping the Vehicle............................................................125
Remotely Starting the Vehicle....................... 125
Remotely Stopping the Vehicle..................... 125
Remote Start Limitations..........................125
Remote Start Precautions
.........................125
Remote Start Remote Control Indicators......................................................126
Remote Control Feedback.............................. 126
Remote Start
..................................................125
Remote Start Settings...................................... 126
Remote Start Settings................................126 Setting the Remote Start Duration..............127
Switching Climate Control Auto Mode On
and Off............................................................... 126
Switching Climate Control Last Settings On and Off........................................................ 126
Switching the Heated Seat Settings On and Off........................................................................\
126Switching the Heated Steering Wheel
Settings On and Off...................................... 127
Removing the Key Blade.............................62
Removing Your Vehicle From Storage..........................................................314
Repairing Minor Paint Damage.................311
Replacement Parts Recommendation.....................................441
Collision Repairs................................................. 441
Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical Repairs............................................................... 441
Warranty on Replacement Parts.................. 441
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control............................................................63
Replacing the Cabin Air Filter...................132
Replacing the Front Wiper Blades...........95
Replacing the Rear Wiper Blades
............96
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)...............................................................277
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)...............................................................277
Reporting Safety Defects in Canada.........................................................402
Reporting Safety Defects in the United States...........................................................402
Reprogramming the Garage Door Opener............................................................151
Resetting the Stopping Position - Vehicles With: Power Adjustable
Steering Column..........................................93
Resetting Tire Pressure Monitoring System..........................................................338
Changing Tires With a Tire Pressure Monitoring System....................................... 338
Restarting the Engine..................................167
Resuming the Set Speed
...........................213
Resuming the Set Speed from a Complete
Stop.................................................................... 219
Reverse Wipe
...................................................95
Reverse Wipe Settings....................................... 95
What Is Reverse Wipe........................................ 95
Roadside Assistance
..................................265
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting Roadside
Assistance....................................................... 266
Vehicles Sold in the United States: Getting Roadside Assistance................................... 265
Vehicles Sold in the United States: Using Roadside Assistance................................... 265
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