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REMOTE CONTROL - VEHICLES
WITH: REMOTE FLIP KEY
Use the key blade to start your vehicle and
unlock or lock the driver door from outside
your vehicle. The buttons on the key
operate the remote control function.
Press the button to release the key blade.
Press and hold the button to fold the key
blade back in when not in use.
Note:
Your vehicle keys came with a
security label that provides important key
cut information. Keep the label in a safe
place for future reference.
Replacing the Battery
Note: Refer to local regulations when
disposing of transmitter batteries.
Note: Do not wipe off any grease on the
battery terminals or on the back surface of
the circuit board.
Note: Replacing the battery does not erase
the programmed key from your vehicle. The
transmitter should operate normally. A message appears in the information
display when the remote control battery
is low. See Information Messages (page
100).
The remote control uses one coin-type
three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or
equivalent.
Press the button to release the key blade
before beginning the procedure. 1. Insert a suitable tool, for example a
screwdriver, in the position shown and
gently press the clip.
2. Press the clip down to release the battery cover. 3. Carefully remove the battery cover.
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Note:
Do not touch the battery contacts or
the printed circuit board with the
screwdriver.
4. Insert the screwdriver in the position shown to release the battery. 5. Remove the battery.
6. Install a new battery with the + facing
upward.
7. Reinstall the battery cover.
Locating Your Vehicle Press the button twice within
three seconds. The horn sounds
and the direction indicators
flash. We recommend you use this method
to locate your vehicle, rather than using
the panic alarm. Sounding the Panic Alarm
Note:
The panic alarm only operates when
the ignition is off. Press the button to sound the
panic alarm. Press the button
again or switch the ignition on to
switch it off.
REPLACING A LOST KEY OR
REMOTE CONTROL
You can purchase replacement keys or
remote controls from an authorized dealer.
Authorized dealers can program remote
controls for your vehicle.
See Remote
Control (page 54).
To re-program the passive anti-theft
system see an authorized dealer.
PASSIVE KEY BACKUP
POSITION
1. Remove the key blade. See
Remote
Control (page 54). 2. Remove the rubber mat.
3. Place the passive key in the position
shown, with the buttons facing upward
and the unlock button facing the front
of your vehicle.
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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
The system is designed to promote good
driving behaviors using keys that you have
programmed with some restricted settings.
MYKEY SETTINGS
Non-Configurable Settings
Seatbelt Reminder
The audio system mutes when the seatbelt
reminder turns on. The seatbelt reminder
cannot be switched off with a MyKey.
Early Low Fuel
The low fuel level indicator turns on earlier.
Driving and Parking Aids
Parking aids, blind spot information system
and cross traffic alert turn on when you
start the engine and cannot be switched
off with a MyKey.
Pre-collision assist and lane keeping alert
turn on when you start the engine, but can
be switched off with a MyKey.
A new destination in the navigation system
can only be set using voice commands,
when using a MyKey and your vehicle is
moving.
Configurable Settings
You can configure the following settings
after creating a MyKey. See Creating a
MyKey (page 60). Speed Limit WARNING:
Do not set MyKey
maximum speed limit to a limit that will
prevent the driver from maintaining a
safe speed considering posted speed
limits and prevailing road conditions. The
driver is always responsible to drive in
accordance with local laws and
prevailing conditions. Failure to do so
could result in accident or injury.
You can set a speed limit for your vehicle.
Warning messages appear in the
information display and a tone sounds if
your vehicle reaches the set speed. You
cannot override the set speed when using
a MyKey.
Speed Reminder
You can set a speed reminder for your
vehicle. Warning messages appear in the
information display and a tone sounds if
your vehicle exceeds the set speed.
Audio System Volume Limit
The audio system maximum volume is
reduced. A message appears in the
information display if you attempt to
exceed the volume limit. Automatic
volume control turns off.
Emergency Assistance
If you set emergency assistance to be
always on, it cannot be switched off with
a MyKey.
Do Not Disturb
If you set do not disturb to be always on,
it cannot be switched off with a MyKey.
Traction Control
If you set traction control to be always on,
it cannot be switched off with a MyKey.
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CREATING A MYKEY -
VEHICLES WITHOUT: PUSH
BUTTON START
Switch the ignition on using an admin key.
To create a MyKey, use the information display controls on the steering wheel to
select the following: Action
Menu Item
Press the menu button.
Settings
Press the OK button.
MyKey
Press and hold the
OK button until a confirmation message
appears in the information display.
Create MyKey
Switch the ignition off.
Note: We recommend that you label this
key.
MyKey Information Messages Description
Message
Displays when trying to create a MyKey with a key already
designated as a MyKey.
Key is Already a MyKey
Displays when creating a MyKey.
Hold OK to Create MyKey
Displays to confirm that a MyKey has been created.
Creation Completed
Displays to confirm that the key is restricted after you switch
the ignition off.
This Key restricted at
Next Key Cycle. Label
Key as MyKey
Displays if the system fails to create a MyKey.
MyKey not Created
CREATING A MYKEY -
VEHICLES WITH: PUSH
BUTTON START
1. Place an admin key in the backup position. See
Passive Key Backup
Position (page 58). 2. Switch the ignition on.
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To create a MyKey, use the information display controls on the steering wheel to
select the following:
Action
Menu Item
Press the menu button.
Settings
Press the OK button.
MyKey
Press and hold the
OK button until a confirmation message
appears in the information display.
Create MyKey
Switch the ignition off.
Note: We recommend that you label this
key.
MyKey Information Messages Description
Message
Displays when trying to create a MyKey and the key is not
placed in the backup position. See
Passive Key Backup
Position (page 58).
Place Key in Backup
Location
Displays when trying to create a MyKey with a key already
designated as a MyKey.
Key is Already a MyKey
Displays when creating a MyKey.
Hold OK to Create MyKey
Displays to confirm that a MyKey has been created.
Creation Completed
Displays to confirm that the key is restricted after you switch
the ignition off.
This Key restricted at
Next Key Cycle. Label
Key as MyKey
Displays if the system fails to create a MyKey.
MyKey not Created
PROGRAMMING A MYKEY
You can only program MyKeys to the same
settings. Switch the ignition on using an admin key.
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To program a MyKey, use the information display controls on the steering wheel
to select the following:
Action
Menu Item
Press the menu button.
Settings
Press the OK button.
MyKey
Choose a setting and press the
OK button.
Configure the setting.
Switch the ignition off.
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CLEARING ALL MYKEYS
When you clear all MyKeys, you remove all
restrictions and return all MyKeys to their
original admin key status.
Switch the ignition on using an admin key.
To clear all MyKeys, use the information display controls on the steering wheel
to select the following: Action
Menu Item
Press the menu button.
Settings
Press the OK button.
MyKey
Press and hold the
OK button until a confirmation message
appears in the information display.
Clear MyKeys
MyKey Information Messages Description
Message
Displays when clearing all MyKeys.
Hold OK to Clear MyKeys
Displays to confirm that all MyKeys have been cleared.
All MyKeys Cleared
CHECKING MYKEY SYSTEM
STATUS
Switch the ignition on.
To find information about the distance traveled using a MyKey and also the number
of admin keys and MyKeys created for your vehicle, use the information display
controls on the steering wheel to select the following: Action
Menu Item
Press the menu button.
Settings
Press the
OK button.
MyKey
Press the
OK button.
MyKey Info
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USING MYKEY WITH REMOTE
START SYSTEMS
The system is not compatible with
non-Ford remote start systems.
MYKEY – TROUBLESHOOTING
- VEHICLES WITHOUT: PUSH
BUTTON START
What is an admin key?
•
An admin key is a key that has not been
created as a MyKey. See Creating a
MyKey (page 60).
Why can I not create a MyKey?
• The key used to switch the ignition on
is not an admin key.
• The key used to switch the ignition on
is the only admin key. There always has
to be at least one admin key.
Why can I not program a MyKey?
• The key used to switch the ignition on
is not an admin key.
• No MyKeys are created. See Creating
a MyKey
(page 60).
Why can I not clear the MyKeys?
• The key used to switch the ignition on
is not an admin key.
• No MyKeys are created. See Creating
a MyKey
(page 60).
Why does the MyKey distance not
accumulate?
• The key used to start the engine is an
admin key.
• No MyKeys are created. See Creating
a MyKey
(page 60).
• The MyKeys have been cleared. MYKEY – TROUBLESHOOTING
- VEHICLES WITH: PUSH
BUTTON START
What is an admin key?
•
An admin key is a key that has not been
created as a MyKey. See
Creating a
MyKey (page 60).
Why can I not create a MyKey?
• The admin key is not placed in the
backup position. See
Passive Key
Backup Position (page 58).
• The key used to switch the ignition on
is not an admin key.
• The key used to switch the ignition on
is the only admin key. There always has
to be at least one admin key.
• The last MyKey was created without
switching the ignition off.
Why can I not program a MyKey?
• The admin key is not inside your
vehicle.
• The key used to switch the ignition on
is not an admin key.
• No MyKeys are created. See Creating
a MyKey
(page 60).
Why can I not clear the MyKeys?
• The admin key is not inside your
vehicle.
• The key used to switch the ignition on
is not an admin key.
• No MyKeys are created. See Creating
a MyKey
(page 60).
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Why does the MyKey distance not
accumulate?
•
The key used to start the engine is an
admin key.
• An admin key and a MyKey are inside
your vehicle.
• No MyKeys are created. See Creating
a MyKey (page 60).
• The MyKeys have been cleared.
Why can I not start the engine with
a MyKey?
• An admin key and a MyKey are inside
your vehicle.
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LOCKING AND UNLOCKING
Remote Control
You can use the remote control at any
time.
Unlocking the Doors
The position lamps illuminate when you
unlock the doors. When you switch the
ignition on, they automatically turn off.
Note:
You can unlock the driver door with
the key. Use the key when the remote
control is not functioning.
Note: When you leave your vehicle
unattended for several weeks, the remote
control turns off. Your vehicle must be
unlocked and the engine started using the
key. Unlocking and starting your vehicle
once enables the remote control.
One-Stage Unlocking Press the button to unlock all
doors. The direction indicators
will flash.
Two-Stage Unlocking Press the button to unlock the
front doors. Press the button
again within three seconds to
unlock all doors. The direction indicators
will flash.
Reprogramming the Unlocking
Function
When you press the unlock button only the
driver and passenger doors unlock.
Pressing the unlock button again unlocks
all doors.
You can reprogram the unlocking function
so that all doors unlock when you press
the unlock button once.
1. Switch the ignition off. 2. Press and hold both the lock and
unlock buttons on the remote control
until the direction indicators flash twice
to confirm the change.
To return to the original unlocking function,
repeat the process.
Locking the Doors Press the button to lock all
doors. The direction indicators
will flash.
Press the button again within three
seconds to confirm that all the doors are
closed. The doors will lock again, the horn
will sound and the direction indicators will
flash if all the doors and the liftgate are
closed.
Note: If any door or the liftgate is open, or
if the hood is open on vehicles with an
anti-theft alarm or remote start, the horn
does not sound.
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
From Inside
The power door lock control is on the driver
and front passenger door panels. Press the button to lock or
unlock all the doors. The lamp
illuminates with the doors
locked.
Opening the Double Rear Doors
Note: If there is a ladder fitted to the rear
cargo door, do not open the door fully if the
side-loading door is open.
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