remote start FORD EDGE 2023 Owners Manual

Locating Your Vehicle..................................60
Changing the Remote Control Battery..........................................................................60
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control...........................................................................61
Programming the Remote Control.........62
Keys and Remote Controls –Troubleshooting........................................63
MyKey™
What Is MyKey...............................................64
MyKey Settings..............................................64
Creating a MyKey..........................................65
Programming a MyKey...............................66
Clearing All MyKeys......................................66
Checking MyKey System Status.............66
Using MyKey With Remote StartSystems........................................................66
MyKey – Troubleshooting..........................67
Doors and Locks
Operating the Doors From Outside YourVehicle..........................................................69
Operating the Doors From Inside YourVehicle...........................................................70
Autounlock......................................................70
Autolock.............................................................71
Mislock................................................................71
Doors and Locks Audible Warnings.........71
Doors and Locks – Troubleshooting............................................................................71
Keyless Entry
What Is Keyless Entry...................................73
Keyless Entry Limitations...........................73
Keyless Entry Settings.................................73
Using Keyless Entry.......................................73
Keyless Entry – Troubleshooting.............74
Keyless Entry Keypad
What Is the Keyless Entry Keypad...........75
Keyless Entry Keypad Limitations...........75
Locating the Keyless Entry Keypad.........75
Keyless Entry Keypad Master AccessCode...............................................................75
Keyless Entry Keypad Personal AccessCodes.............................................................76
Using the Keyless Entry Keypad...............77
Keyless Entry Keypad – Troubleshooting...........................................................................77
Easy Entry and Exit
How Does Easy Entry and Exit Work...........................................................................78
Switching Easy Entry and Exit On andOff...................................................................78
Liftgate - Vehicles With:Manual Liftgate
Opening the Liftgate....................................79
Closing the Liftgate......................................79
Liftgate - Vehicles With: PowerLiftgate
Liftgate Precautions......................................81
Opening the Liftgate.....................................81
Setting the Liftgate Opening Height..........................................................................83
Closing the Liftgate......................................83
Stopping the Liftgate Movement...........85
Liftgate Obstacle Detection.....................86
Liftgate – Troubleshooting.......................86
Security
Passive Anti-Theft System.......................88
Anti-Theft Alarm System..........................88
Anti-Theft Alarm System Settings........89
Security – Troubleshooting......................90
Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................92
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What Are the Instrument ClusterIndicators.....................................................115
Instrument Cluster Indicators..................116
Instrument Cluster Display
Using the Instrument Cluster DisplayControls........................................................117
Instrument Cluster Display Main Menu..........................................................................117
Trip Computer................................................118
Customizing the Instrument ClusterDisplay.........................................................120
Personalized Settings................................120
Remote Start
What Is Remote Start................................125
Remote Start Precautions........................125
Remote Start Limitations.........................125
Enabling Remote Start..............................125
Remotely Starting and Stopping theVehicle.........................................................125
Extending the Remote Start Duration.........................................................................126
Remote Start Remote Control Indicators.........................................................................126
Remote Start Settings...............................126
Climate Control
Switching Climate Control On and Off.........................................................................128
Switching Recirculated Air On and Off.........................................................................128
Switching Air Conditioning On and Off.........................................................................128
Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off.........................................................................128
Switching Maximum Cooling On and Off.........................................................................128
Switching the Heated Rear Window Onand Off........................................................128
Setting the Blower Motor Speed...........129
Switching the Heated Mirrors On and Off.........................................................................129
Setting the Temperature..........................129
Directing the Flow of Air............................129
Auto Mode......................................................129
Climate Control Hints................................129
Interior Air Quality
What Is the Cabin Air Filter.......................131
Replacing the Cabin Air Filter...................131
Front Seats
Front Seat Precautions..............................132
Sitting in the Correct Position.................132
Manual Seats................................................133
Power Seats..................................................136
Heated Seats................................................138
Cooled Seats.................................................139
Rear Seats
Manual Seats................................................140
Power Seats....................................................141
Heated Seats.................................................142
Rear Occupant Alert System
What is the Rear Occupant Alert System.........................................................................143
How Does the Rear Occupant AlertSystem Work.............................................143
Rear Occupant Alert System Precautions.........................................................................143
Rear Occupant Alert System Limitations.........................................................................143
Switching Rear Occupant Alert SystemOn and Off.................................................143
Rear Occupant Alert System Indicators.........................................................................144
Rear Occupant Alert System AudibleWarnings.....................................................144
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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 69).
Lock
Press the button to lock alldoors. See Unlocking andLocking the Doors Using theRemote Control (page 69).
Remote Start (If Equipped)
Press the button to remote start.See Remotely Starting andStopping the Vehicle (page125).
Liftgate (If Equipped)
Press the button to open or closethe liftgate. See Opening theLiftgate (page 82).
Panic Alarm (If Equipped)
Press the button to sound thepanic alarm. See Sounding thePanic Alarm (page 60).
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PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE
CONTROL
Note:You can program a maximum of fourremote controls to your vehicle.
Note:If your programmed remote controlsare lost or stolen and you do not have anextra coded remote, you need to have yourvehicle towed to an authorized dealer. Storean extra programmed remote away fromyour vehicle in a safe place to help preventany inconvenience. Contact an authorizeddealer to purchase additional spare orreplacement remotes.
You must have two previouslyprogrammed remote controls inside yourvehicle and the new unprogrammedremote controls readily accessible. Contactan authorized dealer to have the spareremote control programmed if twopreviously programmed remotes are notavailable. Make sure that your vehicle isoff before beginning this procedure. Makesure that you close all the doors beforebeginning and that they remain closedthroughout the procedure. Perform allsteps within 30 seconds of starting thesequence. Stop and wait for at least oneminute before starting again if you performany steps out of sequence.
Read and understand the entire procedurebefore you begin.
Programming Backup Location
1.Open the center console lid (1).
2.Place the first programmed remote inthe backup slot inside the centerconsole (2), with your foot off thebrake pedal press and release the pushbutton ignition switch.
3.Wait a few seconds and then press andrelease the push button ignition switchagain.
4.Remove the remote control.
5.Within 10 seconds, place a secondprogrammed remote control in thebackup slot. Press and release thepush button ignition switch.
6.Wait a few seconds and then press andrelease the push button ignition switchagain. Keep the ignition on for a fewseconds, but no more than 10 seconds.
7.Remove the remote control.
8.Place the unprogrammed remotecontrol in the backup slot and pressand release the push button ignitionswitch.
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Programming is now complete. With yourfoot on the brake pedal press the pushbutton ignition switch to verify the remotecontrol functions operate and your vehiclestarts with the new remote control.
If programming was not successful, wait10 seconds and repeat Steps 1 through 7.If you are still unsuccessful, contact anauthorized dealer to program remotecontrols for your vehicle.
KEYS AND REMOTE CONTROLS – TROUBLESHOOTING
KEYS AND REMOTE CONTROLS – INFORMATION MESSAGES
ActionMessage
Replace remote control battery.Key Battery Low ReplaceSoon
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Audio System Volume Limit
The audio system maximum volumereduces. A message appears on theinstrument cluster display if you attemptto exceed the volume limit. Automaticvolume control turns off.
911 Assist
If you set 911 assist to always on, youcannot switch it off with a MyKey.
Do Not Disturb
If you set do not disturb to always on, youcannot switch it off with a MyKey.
Note:If a phone is connected using AppleCarPlay or Android Auto while driving witha MyKey, the driver can receive phone callsand text messages even if the do not disturbrestriction is on. And if the vehicle comeswith satellite radio, there is no restriction onthe adult content.
Traction and Stability Control
If you set traction control or stabilitycontrol to always on, you cannot switch itoff with a MyKey.
CREATING A MYKEY
1.Raise the console storagecompartment lid.
2.Place the passive key in the positionshown, with the buttons facing the rearof the vehicle.
3.Switch the ignition on.
4.Access the main menu in theinformation display and scroll throughthe menus to select the MyKey menu.From the MyKey menu select theoption Create MyKey. See InstrumentCluster Display Main Menu (page117).
5.Switch the ignition off.
Note:The programmed restrictions applywhen you switch the vehicle off, open andclose the driver door and restart your vehiclewith the programmed key or remote control.
Note:We recommend that you label thiskey.
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PROGRAMMING A MYKEY
You can only program MyKeys to the samesettings.
1.Switch the ignition on using an adminkey.
2.Press the menu button on the steeringwheel to enter the information displaymain menu.
3.Select Settings.
4.Select MyKey.
5.Select a setting and press the OKbutton.
6.Configure the setting.
7.Switch the ignition off.
CLEARING ALL MYKEYS
When you clear all MyKeys, you remove allrestrictions and return all MyKeys to theiroriginal admin key status.
1.Switch the ignition on using an adminkey.
2.Press the menu button on the steeringwheel to enter the information displaymain menu.
3.Select Settings.
4.Select MyKey.
5.Select Clear MyKeys.
6.Press and hold the OK button until aconfirmation message appears in theinformation display.
CHECKING MYKEY SYSTEM
STATUS
You can find information about thedistance traveled using a MyKey and alsothe number of admin keys and MyKeyscreated for your vehicle.
1.Switch the ignition on.
2.Press the menu button on the steeringwheel to enter the information displaymain menu.
3.Select Settings.
4.Select MyKey.
5.Select MyKey Info.
USING MYKEY WITH REMOTE
START SYSTEMS
MyKey is not compatible with unapproved,aftermarket remote start systems. If youchoose to install a remote start system,see an authorized dealer for an approvedremote start system.
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PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT
SYSTEM
WHAT IS THE PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM
The passive anti-theft system preventssomeone from starting the vehicle with anincorrectly coded key.
Note:Do not leave a duplicate coded keyin your vehicle. Always take the keys andlock all the doors when leaving your vehicle.
HOW DOES THE PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM WORK
The passive anti-theft system arms whenyou switch the ignition off.
It disarms when the ignition is switched onwith a correctly coded key.
Note:The system is not compatible withnon-Ford aftermarket remote start systems.
Note:Do not leave a duplicate coded keyin your vehicle. Always take the keys andlock all doors when leaving your vehicle.
ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM
WHAT IS THE ANTI-THEFT ALARMSYSTEM
The anti-theft alarm system warns you ofan unauthorized entry to your vehicle.
HOW DOES THE ANTI-THEFTALARM SYSTEM WORK
When armed, the anti-theft alarm istriggered in any of the following ways:
•If someone opens a door, the liftgateor the hood without a correctly codedkey or remote control.
•If you turn the power on without acorrectly coded key.
•If the interior sensors detect movementinside your vehicle.
•If the inclination sensors detect anattempt to raise your vehicle.
•If someone disconnects the vehiclebattery or the battery backup alarm.
If the anti-theft alarm is triggered, thealarm horn sounds for 30 seconds and thedirection indicators flash for 5 minutes.
Any further attempts to carry out one ofthe above sounds the alarm again.
WHAT IS THE PERIMETER ALARM
The perimeter alarm is designed to detectunauthorized access to your vehicle.
WHAT IS THE BATTERY BACKUPALARM (If Equipped)
The battery backup alarm is an additionalalarm sounder that has its own battery. Itcan detect if the vehicle battery isdisconnected to overcome the alarmsystem.
ARMING THE ANTI-THEFT ALARMSYSTEM
The alarm is ready to arm when yourvehicle is switched off.
Lock your vehicle with your remote controlto arm the alarm.
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DISARMING THE ANTI-THEFTALARM SYSTEM
Disarm the alarm by performing any of thefollowing actions:
•Unlock the doors or luggagecompartment with the remote control.
•Switch your vehicle on or start yourvehicle.
ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM
SETTINGS
WHAT ARE THE ALARM SECURITYLEVELS
You can select two levels of alarm security,all sensors and perimeter sensing.
All Sensors
All sensors is the standard setting.
In all sensors, all equipped sensors are onwhen you arm the alarm.
Note:Do not arm the alarm with all sensorsif passengers, animals or other movingobjects are inside your vehicle.
Perimeter Sensing
In perimeter sensing, the interior sensorsare off when you arm the alarm.
All the other equipped sensors activatewhen you arm the alarm in this mode.
SETTING THE ALARM SECURITYLEVEL
1.Press Settings on the touchscreen.
2.Press Vehicle.
3.Press Alarm System.
4.Press Motion Sensors.
5.Press a setting.
WHAT IS ASK ON EXIT
You can choose which level of security yourequire after you switch the ignition off.
Note:If you do not choose a setting, thesystem defaults to all sensors.
SWITCHING ASK ON EXIT ON ANDOFF
1.Press Settings on the touchscreen.
2.Press Vehicle.
3.Press Alarm System.
4.Switch Ask on Exit on or off.
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SECURITY – FREQUENTLY ASKEDQUESTIONS
What should I do if there is anypotential alarm problem with myvehicle?
Take all remote controls to anauthorized dealer if there is anypotential alarm problem with yourvehicle.
What should I do if the vehicle is unableto start with a correctly coded key?
Have your vehicle checked as soon aspossible.
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