warning FORD BRONCO 2023 Owner's Guide

REMOTE CONTROL
LIMITATIONS
WARNING: Changes ormodifications not expressively approvedby the party responsible for compliancecould void the user's authority to operatethe equipment. The term "IC:" before theradio certification number only signifiesthat Industry Canada technicalspecifications were met.
This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules and with Industry Canadalicense-exempt RSS standard(s).Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) This device may not causeharmful interference, and (2) This devicemust accept any interference received,including interference that may causeundesired operation.
Make sure a valid remote control is within3 ft (1 m) from the front door handles andrear of vehicle.
The system may not function if:
•The remote control remains stationaryfor about a minute.
•The vehicle battery has no charge.
•The remote control battery has nocharge.
•There is interference causing issueswith the remote control frequencies.
•The remote control is too close tometal objects or electronic devices, forexample keys or a cell phone.
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL
Use your remote control to access variousvehicle systems.
Note:The buttons on your remote may varydepending on the vehicle region or options.
Unlock
Press the button to unlock alldoors. See Unlocking andLocking the Doors Using theRemote Control (page 88).
Lock
Press the button to lock alldoors. See Unlocking andLocking the Doors Using theRemote Control (page 88).
Remote Start (If Equipped)
Press the button to remote start.See Remotely Starting andStopping the Vehicle (page129).
Panic Alarm (If Equipped)
Press the button to sound thepanic alarm. See Sounding thePanic Alarm (page 80).
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REMOVING THE KEY BLADE
Push the release button on your passivekey and pull the key blade out.
SOUNDING THE PANIC ALARM
Press the button to sound thepanic alarm. Press the buttonagain or switch the ignition on toturn it off.
Note:The panic alarm only operates whenthe ignition is off.
LOCATING YOUR VEHICLE
Press the lock button twicewithin three seconds. The turnsignal lamps flash. Werecommend you use this method to locateyour vehicle.
CHANGING THE REMOTE
CONTROL BATTERY
WARNING: Keep batteries awayfrom children to prevent ingestion.Failure to follow this instruction couldresult in personal injury or death. Ifingested, immediately seek medicalattention.
WARNING: If the batterycompartment does not securely close,stop using the remote control andreplace it as soon as possible. In themeantime, keep the remote control awayfrom children. Failure to follow thisinstruction could result in personal injuryor death.
The remote control uses one coin-type3-volt lithium battery CR2450 orequivalent.
1.Push the release button and pull thekey blade out.
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WHAT IS MYKEY
MyKey allows you to program keys withrestricted driving modes to promote gooddriving habits.
You can program the restrictions to all keysexcept one. Any keys that you did notprogram are administrator keys or adminkeys.
Note:Every MyKey receives the samerestrictions and settings. You cannotprogram them individually.
MYKEY SETTINGS
NON-CONFIGURABLE MYKEYSETTINGS
Seatbelt Reminder or Belt-Minder™
MyKey mutes the audio system until thefront seat passengers buckle the front seatbelts.
Note:If your vehicle includes an AM/FMradio or a very basic audio system, the radiomay not mute.
Satellite Radio (If Equipped)
Some satellite radio channels haverestricted access to adult radio content.
Early Low Fuel
The low fuel level warning lamp turns onearlier.
Driving and Parking Aids
You cannot configure settings for parkingaids, blind spot information system, andcross traffic alert. These systems turn onwhen the vehicle turns on, and you cannotswitch them off with a MyKey.
You cannot configure settings forpre-collision assist and lane keeping. Thesesystems turn on when the vehicle turns on.
A new destination in the navigation systemcan only be set using voice commandswhen using a MyKey, and with your vehiclemoving.
Note:MyKey drivers may be able to switchthe lane keeping assist off, but this featureturns back on automatically with every newkey cycle.
CONFIGURABLE MYKEYSETTINGS
You can configure the following settingsafter creating a MyKey. See Creating aMyKey (page 85).
Speed Limit
WARNING: Do not set MyKeymaximum speed limit to a limit that willprevent the driver from maintaining asafe speed considering posted speedlimits and prevailing road conditions. Thedriver is always responsible to drive inaccordance with local laws andprevailing conditions. Failure to do socould result in accident or injury.
You can set a speed limit for your vehicle.Warning messages appear on thetouchscreen and a tone sounds if yourvehicle reaches the set speed. You cannotoverride the set speed when using a MyKey.
Speed Minder
You can set a speed reminder for yourvehicle. Warning messages appear on thetouchscreen and a tone sounds if yourvehicle exceeds the set speed.
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AUTOLOCK
WHAT IS AUTOLOCK
Autolock is a locking feature that locksyour vehicle doors when you start driving.
AUTOLOCK REQUIREMENTS
Autolock locks all the doors when all of thefollowing occur:
•All doors are closed.
•The ignition is on.
•Your vehicle reaches a speed greaterthan 12 mph (20 km/h).
MISLOCK
WHAT IS MISLOCK
Mislock is a locking feature that warns youif your vehicle has not locked.
MISLOCK LIMITATIONS
When you press the lock button once, theturn signals do not flash if:
•Any door or the tailgate is open.
•The hood is open.
If you switch mislock off, the horn does notsound if you press the lock button on theremote control when a door is open.
SWITCHING MISLOCK ON ANDOFF
1.Press Settings on the touchscreen.
2.Press Vehicle Settings.
3.Press Locks.
4.Switch Mislock Chirp on or off.
DOORS AND LOCKS –
TROUBLESHOOTING
DOORS AND LOCKS – WARNINGLAMPS
Door Ajar Warning Lamp
Illuminates when you switch theignition on and remains on if anydoor or the hood is open.
DOORS AND LOCKS – INFORMATION MESSAGES
ActionMessage
Displays if a door is open. Fully close the door.Driver Door Ajar
Passenger Door Ajar
Rear Left Door Ajar
Rear Right Door Ajar
Displays if a hood is open. Fully close the hood.Hood Ajar
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TAILGATE PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: It is extremelydangerous to ride in a cargo area, insideor outside of a vehicle. In a crash, peopleriding in these areas are more likely to beseriously injured or killed. Do not allowpeople to ride in any area of your vehiclethat is not equipped with seats andseatbelts. Make sure everyone in yourvehicle is in a seat and properly using aseatbelt. Failure to follow this warningcould result in serious personal injury ordeath.
OPENING THE TAILGATE
OPENING THE TAILGATE FROMOUTSIDE YOUR VEHICLE
1.Unlock the vehicle with the remotecontrol or power door unlock control.
Note:If a passive key is within 3 ft (1 m) ofthe tailgate, the tailgate unlocks when youtouch the inside of the tailgate handle.
2.Pull the handle to release the tailgate.
Note:An open tailgate could obstruct theright-hand side tail lamp. Make sure youtake the necessary precautions while parkedon the side of the road with the tailgateopen. Do not drive with the tailgate open.
CLOSING THE TAILGATE
CLOSING THE TAILGATE FROMOUTSIDE YOUR VEHICLE
Push the tailgate until fully closed.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING
THE TAILGATE
You can lock or unlock your vehicle withthe remote control or power door lockcontrol.
Locking
If a passive key is within 5 ft (1 m) of thetailgate, touch the lock button on thetailgate handle to lock.
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1.Remove the tailgate trim panel.
2.Remove the inside release lever cover.
3.Using a small tool, pull the release leverto open the tailgate.
4.Reinstall the inside release lever coverand trim panel after unlocking thetailgate.
SLIDE OUT TAILGATE (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING: Do not use or sit on theslide out tailgate when the vehicle ismoving. Failure to follow this instructioncould result in personal injury or death.
The slide out tailgate is a durable andfunctional surface that slides out from therear load floor.
1.Fully open the tailgate.
2.Locate the release handle.
3.Pull the release handle to unlock andslide out the tailgate.
Note:The slide out tailgate can hold amaximum of 599.66 lb (272 kg).
4.To close the slide out tailgate, squeezethe handle and push forward untillocked in place.
Note:Do not drive with the slide outtailgate in the extended position.
TAILGATE –
TROUBLESHOOTING
TAILGATE – WARNING LAMPS
Illuminates when the tailgate isnot completely closed.
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ADJUSTING THE STEERING
WHEEL
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
WARNING: Do not adjust thesteering wheel when your vehicle ismoving.
Note: Make sure that you are sitting in thecorrect position. See Sitting in the CorrectPosition (page 140).
1.Unlock the steering column.
2.Adjust the steering wheel to theposition you prefer.
3.Lock the steering column.
HORN
Press on the center of thesteering wheel near the horn iconto activate the horn.
SWITCHING THE HEATED
STEERING WHEEL ON AND OFF
(IF EQUIPPED)
To activate the heated steeringwheel, press the button on theclimate control unit.
On some vehicles, an indicator on thebutton illuminates when the heatedsteering wheel is on.
Note:A sensor regulates the temperatureof the steering wheel.
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REPLACING THE REAR WIPER
BLADES
1.Lift the wiper arm.
Note:Do not hold the wiper blade to lift thewiper arm.
2.Remove the wiper blade.
Note:Make sure that the wiper arm doesnot spring back against the glass when thewiper blade is not attached.
3.To install, reverse the removalprocedure.
Note:Make sure that the wiper blade locksinto place.
WASHERS
WASHER PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: If you operate yourvehicle in temperatures below 41°F(5°C), use washer fluid with antifreezeprotection. Failure to use washer fluidwith antifreeze protection in coldweather could result in impairedwindshield vision and increase the riskof injury or accident.
Do not operate the washers when thewasher reservoir is empty. This could causethe washer pump to overheat.
Keep the outside of the windshield clean.The rain sensor is very sensitive and thewipers may operate if dirt, mist or insectshit the windshield.
USING THE WINDSHIELD WASHER
Press and hold the button at theend of the lever to operate thewindshield washer.
Note:A courtesy wipe occurs a short timeafter the wipers stop to clear any remainingwasher fluid when switched on. SeeSwitching the Courtesy Wipe On and Off(page 103).
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SWITCHING THE COURTESY WIPEON AND OFF
Courtesy Wipe
1.Press Settings on the touchscreen.
2.Press Vehicle Settings.
3.Press Wipers.
4.Switch Courtesy Wipe on or off.
USING THE REAR WINDOWWASHER
Rotate the control to the top or bottomposition and hold it to operate the rearwindow washer.
Note:A courtesy wipe occurs a short timeafter the wipers stop to clear any remainingwasher fluid when switched on. SeeSwitching the Courtesy Wipe On and Off(page 103).
ADDING WASHER FLUID
WASHER FLUID SPECIFICATION
See Washer Fluid Specification (page476).
WIPERS AND WASHERS –
TROUBLESHOOTING
WIPERS AND WASHERS –WARNING LAMPS
Illuminates when the windshieldwasher fluid is low.
WIPERS AND WASHERS –FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why are there streaks and smears onthe windshield?
The wiper blades could be dirty, wornor damaged. Check the wiper blades.See Checking the Wiper Blades(page 101). If the wiper blades are dirty,clean them with washer fluid or waterapplied with a soft sponge or cloth. Ifthe wiper blades are worn or damaged,install new ones. See Replacing theFront Wiper Blades (page 101).
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How long may it take for theacceptable condensation to becleared?
•Clearing time may take as long as 48hours under dry weather conditions.
How much condensation isunacceptable?
•A water puddle inside the lamp.Streaks, drip marks or large dropletspresent on the interior of the lens.
What should I do if unacceptablecondensation is present?
•Have your vehicle checked as soon aspossible.
Why do my headlamps turn offwhen I have them switched onwhen I switch my vehicle off?
•The battery saver turns the headlampsoff after a short period of time after youswitch your vehicle off.
AUTOLAMPS
WHAT ARE AUTOLAMPS
WARNING: The system does notrelieve you of your responsibility to drivewith due care and attention. You mayneed to override the system if it does notturn the headlamps on in low visibilityconditions, for example daytime fog.
Autolamps turn the headlamps on in lowlight situations or when the windshieldwipers operate.
AUTOLAMP SETTINGS
1.Press Settings on the touchscreen.
2.Press Vehicle Settings.
3.Press Lighting.
4.Press Autolamp Delay.
5.Press a setting.
EXTERIOR LAMPS
USING THE TURN SIGNAL LAMPS
Intelligent Three Blink Turn Signal
Push the lever up or down toswitch the turn signal lamps on.
Set the lever to the middle position toswitch the turn signal lamps off.
Note:Tap the lever up or down to make theturn signal lamps flash three times.
Turn Signal Lamp Indicator
It flashes when you switch theturn signal lamps on.
Note:An increase in the rate of flashingwarns of a failed turn signal lamp.
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