remote control FORD ESCAPE 2022 Owners Manual

Contacting Us
Contacting Us ..................................................15
Introduction
About This Publication .................................17
Using This Publication .................................18
Symbols Glossary
Symbols Used on Your Vehicle .................19
Data Privacy
Data Privacy .....................................................22
Service Data ....................................................23
Event Data ........................................................23
Settings Data ..................................................24
Connected Vehicle Data .............................24
Mobile Device Data .......................................25
Emergency Call System Data ...................25
At a Glance
Instrument Panel ..........................................26
Child Safety
Child Safety Precautions ............................28
Child Restraint Anchor Points ..................29
Child Restraints .............................................30
Installing Child Restraints ...........................31
Booster Seats .................................................36
Child Safety Locks ........................................38
Seatbelts
Seatbelt Precautions ...................................39
Fastening the Seatbelts .............................40
Sensitive Locking Mode .............................40
Automatic Locking Mode ............................41
Adjusting the Seatbelts DuringPregnancy ....................................................42
Adjusting the Seatbelt Height ..................42
Seatbelt Reminder ........................................42 Checking the Seatbelts ..............................44
Seatbelt Extensions .....................................45
Personal Safety System™
What Is the Personal Safety System
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How Does the Personal Safety System Work ..............................................................46
Personal Safety System Components ........................................................................\
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Airbags
How Do the Front Airbags Work ..............47
How Do the Side Airbags Work ................47
How Do the Knee Airbags Work ..............48
How Does the Safety Canopy™ Work........................................................................\
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Airbag Precautions .......................................49
Properly Adjusting the Driver and Front Passenger Seats .......................................50
Children and Airbags ...................................50
Front Passenger Sensing System ............51
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator .......54
Disposing of Airbags ....................................55
Pedestrian Alert System
What Is the Pedestrian Alert System ........................................................................\
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911 Assist
What Is 911 Assist ..........................................57
Emergency Call Requirements .................57
Emergency Call Limitations .......................57
Keys and Remote Controls
Remote Control Limitations .....................58
Using the Remote Control .........................58
Opening and Closing the Flip Key ...........58
Removing the Key Blade ............................59
Sounding the Panic Alarm .........................59
Locating Your Vehicle ..................................59
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Changing the Remote Control Battery -Vehicles With: Push Button Start .......60
Changing the Remote Control Battery - Vehicles With: Flip Key .............................61
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control ........................................................................\
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Programming the Remote Control .........62
Keys and Remote Controls – Troubleshooting ........................................63
MyKey™
What Is MyKey ...............................................64
MyKey Settings ..............................................64
Creating a MyKey - Vehicles With: PushButton Start ................................................65
Creating a MyKey - Vehicles With: Flip Key ..................................................................65
Programming a MyKey ................................65
Clearing All MyKeys ......................................66
Checking MyKey System Status .............66
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems ........................................................66
MyKey – Troubleshooting ..........................66
Doors and Locks
Operating the Doors From Outside Your Vehicle ..........................................................69
Operating the Doors From Inside Your Vehicle ..........................................................69
Autounlock ......................................................70
Autolock ............................................................70
Mislock ..............................................................70
Doors and Locks Audible Warnings .........71
Doors and Locks – Troubleshooting ........................................................................\
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Keyless Entry
Locating the Keyless Entry Keypad .........73
Keyless Entry Limitations ...........................73
Master Access Code .....................................73
Keyless Entry Settings .................................74 Locking and Unlocking the Doors Using
Keyless Entry ...............................................75
Keyless Entry – Troubleshooting .............75
Easy Entry and Exit
How Does Easy Entry and Exit Work ........................................................................\
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Switching Easy Entry and Exit On and Off ....................................................................77
Liftgate - Vehicles With:Manual Liftgate
Opening the Liftgate ....................................78
Closing the Liftgate ......................................78
Liftgate - Vehicles With: PowerLiftgate
Liftgate Precautions ....................................80
Opening the Liftgate ...................................80
Setting the Liftgate Opening Height........................................................................\
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Closing the Liftgate ......................................82
Stopping the Liftgate Movement ...........84
Liftgate Obstacle Detection .....................84
Liftgate – Troubleshooting ........................85
Security
Passive Anti-Theft System ........................87
Anti-Theft Alarm System ...........................87
Anti-Theft Alarm System Settings ........88
Security – Troubleshooting .......................89
Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel ...................91
Horn .....................................................................91
Switching the Heated Steering Wheel On and Off ....................................................91
Wipers and Washers
Wipers ...............................................................92
Autowipers ......................................................92
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Head Up Display Settings ..........................131
Head Up Display Indicators ......................132
Head Up Display – Troubleshooting........................................................................\
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Remote Start
What Is Remote Start ................................134
Remote Start Precautions .......................134
Remote Start Limitations .........................134
Enabling Remote Start ..............................134
Remotely Starting and Stopping theVehicle .........................................................134
Extending the Remote Start Duration ........................................................................\
.134
Remote Start Remote Control Indicators ........................................................................\
.135
Remote Start Settings ...............................135
Climate Control
Manual Climate Control ............................137
Automatic Climate Control - Vehicles With: Dual Automatic Temperature
Control (DATC) ........................................138
Automatic Climate Control - Vehicles With: Electronic Automatic
Temperature Control (EATC) ...............141
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate - Vehicles With: Automatic
Temperature Control .............................144
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate - Vehicles With: Manual Temperature
Control .........................................................145
Heated Windshield .....................................146
Heated Rear Window .................................146
Heated Exterior Mirrors .............................146
Interior Air Quality
What Is the Cabin Air Filter .......................147
Replacing the Cabin Air Filter ..................147
Front Seats
Front Seat Precautions .............................148 Sitting in the Correct Position .................148
Manual Seats ................................................149
Power Seats ....................................................151
Heated Seats ................................................154
Rear Seats
Manual Seats ................................................155
Rear Occupant Alert System
What is the Rear Occupant Alert System
........................................................................\
.158
How Does the Rear Occupant Alert System Work .............................................158
Rear Occupant Alert System Precautions ........................................................................\
.158
Rear Occupant Alert System Limitations ........................................................................\
.158
Switching Rear Occupant Alert System On and Off .................................................158
Rear Occupant Alert System Indicators ........................................................................\
.159
Rear Occupant Alert System Audible Warnings .....................................................159
Memory Function
How Does the Memory Function Work........................................................................\
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Memory Function Precautions ...............160
Locating the Memory Function Buttons ........................................................................\
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Saving a Preset Position ...........................160
Recalling a Preset Position ......................160
Garage Door Opener
What Is the Garage Door Opener ..........162
How Does the Garage Door Opener Work
........................................................................\
.162
Garage Door Opener Precautions .........162
Garage Door Opener Limitations ..........162
Programming the Garage Door Opener to Your Hand-Held Transmitter .........163
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REMOTE CONTROL
LIMITATIONS
WARNING: Changes or
modifications not expressively approved
by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate
the equipment. The term "IC:" before the
radio certification number only signifies
that Industry Canada technical
specifications were met.
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and with Industry Canada
license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) This device
must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Make sure a valid remote control is within
5 ft (1.5 m) from the front door handles
and rear of vehicle.
The system may not function if:
• The remote control remains stationary for about a minute.
• The vehicle battery has no charge.
• The remote control battery has no charge.
• There is interference causing issues with the remote control frequencies.
• The remote control is too close to metal objects or electronic devices, for
example keys or a cell phone.
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL
Use your remote control to access various
vehicle systems.
Note: The buttons on your remote may vary
depending on the vehicle region or options.
Unlock
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Press the button to unlock all
doors. See Unlocking and
Locking the Doors Using the
Remote Control (page 69).
Lock
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Press the button to lock all
doors. See Unlocking and
Locking the Doors Using the
Remote Control (page 69).
Remote Start (If Equipped)
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Press the button to remote start.
See Remotely Starting and
Stopping the Vehicle (page
134).
Liftgate (If Equipped)
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Press the button to open or close
the liftgate. See Opening the
Liftgate Using the Remote
Control (page 81).
Panic Alarm
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Press the button to sound the
panic alarm. See Sounding the
Panic Alarm (page 59).
OPENING AND CLOSING THE
FLIP KEY
Opening Your Flip Key
Press the round button on the remote
control to extend the flip key.
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Note:Inspect the key blade for debris.
Periodically clean with a brush.
Closing Your Flip Key
Press and hold the round button on the
remote control to fold the key blade when
not in use.
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REMOVING THE KEY BLADE
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Push the release button on your passive
key and pull the key blade out.
SOUNDING THE PANIC ALARM
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Press the button to sound the
panic alarm. Press the button
again, or switch the ignition on
to turn it off.
Note: The panic alarm only operates when
the ignition is off.
LOCATING YOUR VEHICLE
E138623
Press the lock button twice
within three seconds. The turn
signal lamps flash.
Note: We recommend you use this method
to locate your vehicle.
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CHANGING THE REMOTE
CONTROL BATTERY -
VEHICLES WITH: PUSH
BUTTON START
WARNING: Keep batteries away
from children to prevent ingestion.
Failure to follow this instruction could
result in personal injury or death. If
ingested, immediately seek medical
attention.
WARNING: If the battery
compartment does not securely close,
stop using the remote control and
replace it as soon as possible. In the
meantime, keep the remote control away
from children. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in personal injury
or death.
The remote control uses one coin-type
3-volt lithium battery CR2450 or
equivalent.
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1. Push the release button and pull the key blade out.
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2. Twist a thin coin under the tab hiddenbehind the key blade head to remove
the battery cover.
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3. Insert a screwdriver, and carefullyremove the battery.
4. Install a new battery with the + facing upward.
5. Reinstall the battery housing cover onto the transmitter and install the key
blade.
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Dispose of old batteries in an
environmentally friendly way.
Seek advice from your local
authority about recycling old 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
remote control should operate normally.
CHANGING THE REMOTE
CONTROL BATTERY -
VEHICLES WITH: FLIP KEY
WARNING: Keep batteries away
from children to prevent ingestion.
Failure to follow this instruction could
result in personal injury or death. If
ingested, immediately seek medical
attention.
WARNING: If the battery
compartment does not securely close,
stop using the remote control and
replace it as soon as possible. In the
meantime, keep the remote control away
from children. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in personal injury
or death.
Battery Replacement Procedure
The remote control uses one coin-type
3-volt lithium battery CR2032 or
equivalent.
Press the button to release the key blade
before beginning the procedure.
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1. Insert a screwdriver, in the position shown and gently push the clip.
2. Press the clip down to release the battery cover.
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3. Carefully remove the cover.
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4. Insert a screwdriver as shown torelease the battery.
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Note: Do not touch the battery contacts or
the printed circuit board with the
screwdriver. 5. Remove the battery.
6. Install a new battery with the
+ facing
up.
7. Replace the battery cover.
E107998
Dispose of old batteries in an
environmentally friendly way.
Seek advice from your local
authority about recycling old 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
remote control should operate normally.
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.
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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.
PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE
CONTROL
Contact an authorized dealer to program
remote controls for your vehicle.
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KEYS AND REMOTE CONTROLS – TROUBLESHOOTING
KEYS AND REMOTE CONTROLS – INFORMATION MESSAGES
Action
Message
Replace remote control battery.
Key Battery Low Replace
Soon
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Emergency Assistance
If you set emergency assistance to always
on, you cannot switch it off with a MyKey.
Do Not Disturb
If you set do not disturb to always on, you
cannot switch it off with a MyKey.
Note:If a phone is connected using Apple
CarPlay or Android Auto while driving with
a MyKey, the driver can receive phone calls
and text messages even if the do not disturb
restriction is on, and if the vehicle comes
with satellite radio, there is no restriction on
the adult content.
Traction and Stability Control
If you set traction control or stability
control to always on, you cannot switch it
off with a MyKey.
CREATING A MYKEY -
VEHICLES WITH: PUSH
BUTTON START
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1. Remove the mat covering the backup
location.
2. Remove the key blade from the transmitter.
3. Place the passive key in the position shown, with the buttons facing upward. 4. Switch the ignition on.
5. Using your touchscreen, press
Menu.
6. Press Settings.
7. Press Vehicle.
8. Press MyKey.
9. Press Create MyKey.
10. Press Ye s if you want to create the
key as MyKey. A confirmation
message will appear on the screen.
11. Switch the ignition off.
Note: We recommend that you label this
key.
CREATING A MYKEY -
VEHICLES WITH: FLIP KEY
1. Switch the ignition on using an admin key.
2. Using your touchscreen select Menu.
3. Select Settings.
4. Select the Vehicle.
5. Select MyKey.
6. Select Create MyKey .
7. Press and hold the OK button until a confirmation message appears in the
information display.
8. Switch the ignition off.
Note: We recommend that you label this
key.
PROGRAMMING A MYKEY
You can program any remote control to
become a restricted MyKey, but you must
leave one unmodified as an admin key.
1. Switch the ignition on using an admin key.
2. Press Settings on the touchscreen.
3. Press Vehicle Settings .
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