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To open or close using the hands-free liftgate feature
(with intelligent access only):
1. Make sure you have an intelligent
access transmitter within 3 feet
(1 meter) of the liftgate.
2. Raise and lower your leg, moving
your foot toward and away from the
rear bumper (similar to a kicking
motion). The liftgate will power
open/close.
Note:Allow the power system to open the liftgate. Manually pushing or
pulling the liftgate may activate the system’s obstacle detection feature
and stops the power operation.
Note:Splashing water may cause the hands-free liftgate to open. Keep
the intelligent access transmitter away from the rear bumper detection
area while washing your vehicle.
To open with the outside liftgate
control button:
1. Unlock the liftgate with the remote
control or power door unlock control.
If the intelligent access transmitter
(if equipped) is within 3 feet (1 meter)
of the liftgate, the liftgate will unlock
when you press the liftgate release
button.
2. Press the control button located in the top of the liftgate pull-cup
handle.
Note:Allow the power system to open the liftgate after pressing the
control. Manually pushing or pulling the liftgate may activate the
system’s obstacle detection feature and stops the power operation.
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To close with the control on the
liftgate:Press and release the
button.
WARNING:Keep clear of the liftgate when activating the rear
switch.
Setting Liftgate Open Height
1. Open the liftgate.
2. Manually move the liftgate to the desired height.
3.
Press and hold the control button
on the liftgate until a chime is heard,
indicating the new height has been
programmed.Note:The height
cannot be programmed if the liftgate
position is too low.
The new open liftgate height will now be recalled when the power
liftgate is opened. To change the programmed height, repeat the above
procedure. Once the power liftgate is opened it can be manually moved
to a different height.
When operating the power liftgate after a lower height than full-open has
been programmed, the liftgate can be fully opened by manually pushing
it upward to the maximum open position.
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Obstacle Detection
When closing:The system will stop when it detects an obstacle and two
short chimes will sound. Once the obstacle is removed the liftgate can be
closed under power.
Note:Entering the vehicle while the liftgate is closing can cause the
vehicle to bounce and activate obstacle detection. To prevent this, allow
the power liftgate to fully close before entering the vehicle. Before
driving off, check the instrument cluster for a liftgate or door ajar
message or warning indicator. Driving off without first checking for the
liftgate or door ajar message or warning indicator could result in the
liftgate being left open, unintentionally, while you are driving.
When opening:The system will stop and two short chimes will sound
when it detects an obstacle. Remove the obstacle to operate the liftgate.
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SECURILOCK® PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM
Note:The system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote
start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting
problems and a loss of security protection.
Note:
Metallic objects, electronic devices or a second coded key on the
same key chain may cause vehicle starting issues if they are too close to
the key when starting the engine. Prevent these objects from touching the
coded key while starting the engine. Switch the ignition off, move all
objects on the key chain away from the coded key and restart the engine if
a problem occurs.
Note:Do not leave a duplicate coded key in the vehicle. Always take
your keys and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle.
The system is an engine immobilization system. It helps prevent the
engine from starting unless a coded key programmed to your vehicle
is used. Using the wrong key may prevent the engine from starting.
A message may appear in the information display.
If you are unable to start the engine with a correctly coded key, a malfunction
has happened and a message may appear in the information display.
Automatic Arming
Your vehicle arms immediately after you switch the ignition off.
Automatic Disarming
Your vehicle disarms when you switch the ignition on with a coded key.
Replacement Keys
Note:Your vehicle comes with two integrated keyhead transmitters or
two intelligent access keys.
The integrated keyhead transmitter functions as a programmed ignition key
that operates all the locks and starts the vehicle, as well as a remote control.
The intelligent access key functions as a programmed key that operates
the driver door lock and activates the intelligent access with push button
start systems, as well as a remote control.
If your programmed transmitters or standard SecuriLock coded keys
(integrated keyhead transmitters only) are lost or stolen and you do not
have an extra coded key, you will need to have your vehicle towed to an
authorized dealer. The key codes need to be erased from your vehicle
and new coded keys will need to be programmed.
Store an extra programmed key away from the vehicle in a safe place to
help prevent any inconveniences. See an authorized dealer to purchase
additional spare or replacement keys.
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Programming a Spare Integrated Keyhead Transmitter
Note:A maximum of eight coded keys can be programmed to your
vehicle; all eight can be integrated keyhead transmitters.
You can program your own integrated keyhead transmitter or standard
SecuriLock® coded keys to your vehicle. This procedure will program
both the engine immobilizer keycode and the remote entry portion of the
remote control to your vehicle.
Only use integrated keyhead transmitters or standard SecuriLock® keys.
You must have two previously programmed coded keys and the new
unprogrammed key readily accessible. See your authorized dealer to have
the spare key programmed if two previously programmed coded keys are
not available.
Read and understand the entire procedure before you begin.
1. Insert the first previously programmed coded key into the ignition.
2. Turn the ignition from off to on. Keep the ignition on for at least three
seconds, but no more than 10 seconds.
3. Turn the ignition off and remove the first coded key from the ignition.
4. After three seconds but within 10 seconds of turning the ignition off,
insert the second previously coded key into the ignition.
5. Turn the ignition from off to on. Keep the ignition on for at least
three seconds, but no more than 10 seconds.
6. Turn the ignition off and remove the second previously programmed
coded key from the ignition.
7. After three seconds but within 10 seconds of turning the ignition off
and removing the previously programmed coded key, insert the new
unprogrammed key into the ignition.
8. Turn the ignition from off to on. Keep the ignition on for at least
six seconds.
9. Remove the newly programmed coded key from the ignition.
If the key has been successfully programmed it will start the engine
and operate the remote entry system (if the new key is an integrated
keyhead transmitter).
If it was not programmed successfully, wait 10 seconds and repeat
Steps 1 through 8. If you are still unsuccessful, bring your vehicle to
your authorized dealer.
Wait 20 seconds and then repeat this procedure from Step 1 to program
an additional key.
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Programming a Spare Intelligent Access Key
See your authorized dealer to have additional keys programmed to your
vehicle.
ANTI-THEFT ALARM (IF EQUIPPED)
The system will warn you of an unauthorized entry to your vehicle.
The park and turn lamps flash and the horn sounds if unauthorized entry
is attempted while the alarm is armed. It triggers immediately if the
luggage compartment or the hood opens, and after a 12-second delay if
any door opens.
Take all remote controls to an authorized dealer if there is any potential
alarm problem with your vehicle.
Arming the Alarm
The alarm is ready to arm when there is not a key in the ignition. Press
the door lock button and close the door to arm the alarm.
Disarming the alarm
Disarm the alarm by any of the following actions:
•Unlock the doors or luggage compartment with the remote control.
•Turn the ignition on or start the vehicle.
•Use a key in the driver door to unlock your vehicle, then turn the
ignition on within 12 seconds.
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ADJUSTING THE STEERING WHEEL
WARNING:Do not adjust the steering wheel when your vehicle
is moving.
Note:Make sure that you are sitting in the correct position. SeeSitting
in the Correct Positionin theSeatschapter.
1. Unlock the steering column.
2. Adjust the steering wheel to the
desired position.
3. Lock the steering column.
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AUDIO CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
Select the required source on the audio unit.
The following functions can be operated with the control:
A. Volume up
B. Seek up or next
C. Volume down
D. Seek down or previous
Seek, Next or Previous
Press the seek button to:
•tune the radio to the next or previous stored preset
•play the next or previous track.
Press and hold the seek button to:
•tune the radio to the next station up or down the frequency band
•seek through a track.
VOICE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
Pull the control to select or deselect
voice control. See theSYNCor
MyFord Touchchapter.
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CRUISE CONTROL
See theCruise Controlchapter.
INFORMATION DISPLAY CONTROL
Use the arrows on the left side
of the steering wheel to navigate
the information display. See the
Information Displayschapter for
more information.
Multimedia Controls (If Equipped)
Use the arrows on the right side of steering
wheel to navigate through the available menus.
PressOKto make a selection.
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WINDSHIELD WIPERS
Note:Fully defrost the windshield before switching on the windshield
wipers.
Note:Make sure the windshield wipers are switched off before entering
car wash.
Note:Clean the windshield and wiper blades if they begin to leave
streaks or smears. If that does not resolve the issue, install new wiper
blades.
Note:Do not operate the wipers on a dry windshield. This may scratch
the glass, damage the wiper blades or cause the wiper motor to burn out.
Always use the windshield washer before wiping a dry windshield.
A. Single wipe
B. Intermittent wipe
C. Normal wipe
D. High-speed wipe
Intermittent Wipe
A. Shortest wipe interval
B. Intermittent wipe
C. Longest wipe interval
Use the rotary control to adjust the
intermittent wipe interval.
Speed-dependent Wipers (If Equipped)
When your vehicle speed increases, the interval between wipes will
decrease when intermittent wipe is selected.
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C
A B
C
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