keyless FORD BRONCO SPORT 2023 User Guide

1.Place the key in the middle of the trayas shown.
2.With the key in this position, press thebrake pedal, then press the pushbutton ignition switch to switch theignition on and start your vehicle.
Fast Restart
The fast restart feature allows you torestart your vehicle within 20 seconds ofswitching it off, even if it does not detecta valid passive key.
Within 20 seconds of switching the engineoff, press the brake pedal and press thepush button ignition switch. After 20seconds, you can no longer start yourvehicle if it does not detect a valid passivekey.
Once your vehicle starts, it remains runninguntil you press the push button ignitionswitch, even if your vehicle does not detecta valid passive key. If you open and closea door while your vehicle is running, thesystem searches for a valid passive key.You cannot start your vehicle if the systemdoes not detect a valid passive key within20 seconds.
Failure to Start
If you cannot start your vehicle after threeattempts, wait 10 seconds and do thefollowing:
1.Fully press the brake pedal.
2.Apply the parking brake.
3.Shift into park (P).
4.Fully press the accelerator pedal andhold it there.
5.Attempt to start your vehicle and waituntil the engine stops cranking.
6.Release the accelerator pedal.
7.Start the engine.
Automatic Engine Shutdown
For vehicles with a keyless ignition, thisautomatically shuts down your vehicle ifit has been idling for an extended period.The ignition also turns off to save batterypower. Before your vehicle shuts down, amessage appears in the informationdisplay showing a timer counting down. Ifyou do not intervene within 30 seconds,your vehicle shuts down. Another messageappears in the information display toinform you that your vehicle has shut downto save fuel. Start your vehicle as normal.
Automatic Engine Shutdown Override
You can stop the shutdown, or reset thetimer at any point before the 30 secondcountdown expires by doing any of thefollowing:
•Interacting with your vehicle, forexample, pressing the brake oraccelerator pedal.
•Use the vehicle settings on thetouchscreen to switch 30min Max Idleon or off.
•Pressing the OK or RESET button totemporarily switch the feature off forthe current ignition cycle only.
Note: You cannot permanently switch offthe automatic shutdown. When you switchit off temporarily, it turns on at the nextignition cycle.
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Stopping the Engine When YourVehicle is Stationary
Vehicles with an Ignition Key
1.Shift into park (P).
2.Apply the parking brake.
3.Turn the key to the off position.
Vehicles with Keyless Start
1.Shift into park (P).
2.Apply the parking brake.
3.Press the push button ignition switch.
Note:The ignition, all electrical circuits, andall warning lamps and indicators turn off.
Stopping the Engine When YourVehicle is Moving
WARNING: Switching off theengine when your vehicle is still movingresults in a significant decrease inbraking assistance. Higher effort isrequired to apply the brakes and to stopyour vehicle. A significant decrease insteering assistance could also occur. Thesteering does not lock, but higher effortcould be required to steer your vehicle.When you switch the ignition off, someelectrical circuits, for example airbags,also turn off. If you unintentionally switchthe ignition off, shift into neutral (N) andrestart the engine.
Vehicles with an Ignition Key
1.Switch the ignition off.
2.Shift into neutral and use the brakes tobring your vehicle to a safe stop.
3.When your vehicle stops, shift into park(P).
4.Apply the parking brake.
Vehicles with Keyless Start
1.Press and hold the push button ignitionswitch, or press it three times withintwo seconds.
2.Shift into neutral and use the brakes tobring your vehicle to a safe stop.
3.When your vehicle stops, shift into park(P).
4.Apply the parking brake.
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes
WARNING: Exhaust leaks mayresult in entry of harmful and potentiallylethal fumes into the passengercompartment. If you smell exhaustfumes inside your vehicle, have yourvehicle inspected immediately. Do notdrive if you smell exhaust fumes.
Important Ventilating Information
If you stop your vehicle and then leave theengine idling for long periods, werecommend that you do one of thefollowing:
•Open the windows at least 1 in (3 cm).
•Set your climate control to outside air.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF
EQUIPPED)
WARNING: Failure to follow engineblock heater instructions could result inproperty damage or serious personalinjury.
WARNING: Do not use your heaterwith ungrounded electrical systems ortwo-pronged adapters. There is a risk ofelectrical shock.
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Protected ComponentRatingItem
Keyless keypad switch.5 A12
Driver door unlock.15 A13
Driver door module.30 A14
Not used (spare).15 A15
Not used (spare).15 A16
SYNC.15 A17Receiver transceivermodule.Integrated control panel.
Wireless accessory chargingmodule.7.5 A18
All terrain control module.
Not used (spare).7.5 A19
Not used (spare).10 A20
Not used (spare).7.5 A21
Not used (spare).7.5 A22
Not used (spare).20 A23
Not used (spare).20 A24
Not used (spare).30 A25
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How Does the Rear Occupant AlertSystem Work...............................................149
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Identifying Fuse Types...............................284Identifying the Climate ControlUnit..................................................................128Ignition Switch...............................................165Information Display Control......................80Information Displays...................................104General Information..........................................104Information Messages...............................109Installing Child Restraints...........................30Instrument Cluster.........................................97Instrument Lighting Dimmer.....................86Instrument Panel............................................24Interior Air Quality........................................140Interior Lamps.................................................89Interior Mirror...................................................95Introduction.......................................................13
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Jump Starting the Vehicle........................270
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Keyless Entry....................................................72Keyless Starting............................................165Keys and Remote Controls........................60
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Lane Keeping System.................................225Liftgate...............................................................75Closing the Liftgate..............................................75Opening the Liftgate...........................................75Lighting Control..............................................85Lighting..............................................................85General Information............................................85Load CarriersSee: Roof Racks and Load Carriers............246Load Carrying................................................246Load Limit......................................................246Locating the Cabin Air Filter.....................140Locating the Memory FunctionButtons...........................................................151
Locating the Power Outlets......................159Locating the USB Ports..............................157Locating the Wireless AccessoryCharger..........................................................162Locking and Unlocking.................................70Luggage Compartment.............................252Lug NutsSee: Changing a Road Wheel........................332
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Maintenance.................................................285General Information.........................................285Manual Seats.................................................144Map Pocket.....................................................164Locating the Map Pocket................................164Memory Function...........................................151Memory Function Precautions.................151Message CenterSee: Information Displays...............................104MirrorsSee: Windows and Mirrors................................93Mobile CommunicationsEquipment..................................................468Mobile Device Data.........................................21Moonroof..........................................................96Motorcraft Parts - 1.5LEcoBoost™................................................340Motorcraft Parts - 2.0LEcoBoost™..................................................341MyKey Settings...............................................66Configurable MyKey Settings..........................66Non-Configurable MyKey Settings................66MyKey – Troubleshooting...........................68MyKey – Frequently Asked Questions.........69MyKey – Information Messages.....................68MyKey™............................................................66MyKey Settings.....................................................66MyKey – Troubleshooting.................................68
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Navigation......................................................386Normal Scheduled Maintenance...........414
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