liftgate FORD EXPEDITION 2021 Owners Manual

Introduction
About This Manual
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Symbols Glossary ............................................
9
Data Recording .................................................
11
Perchlorate .......................................................
15
Ford Credit ........................................................
15
Replacement Parts Recommendation ........................................................................\
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16
Special Notices ...............................................
16
Mobile Communications Equipment ........................................................................\
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17
Export Unique Options ................................
18
Environment
Protecting the Environment .......................
19
At a Glance
Instrument Panel ..........................................
20
Child Safety
General Information .....................................
22
Installing Child Restraints ..........................
24
Booster Seats .................................................
33
Child Restraint Positioning ........................
35
Child Safety Locks .........................................
37
Seatbelts
Principle of Operation .................................
39
Fastening the Seatbelts .............................
40
Seatbelt Height Adjustment ....................
44
Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime ............................................................
45
Seatbelt Reminder .......................................
45
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance ...............................................
47
Seatbelt Extensions .....................................
47
Personal Safety System ™
Personal Safety System ™........................
49 Supplementary Restraints
System
Principle of Operation .................................
50
Driver and Passenger Airbags ....................
51
Front Passenger Sensing System ...........
52
Side Airbags ....................................................
54
Safety Canopy ™...........................................
55
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator ......
56
Airbag Disposal ..............................................
57
911 Assist
What Is 911 Assist ..........................................
58
Emergency Call Requirements ................
58
Emergency Call Limitations ......................
59
Keys and Remote Controls
General Information on Radio Frequencies ................................................
60
Remote Control .............................................
60
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control ........................................................................\
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67
MyKey ™
Principle of Operation .................................
68
Creating a MyKey ..........................................
69
Clearing All MyKeys ......................................
70
Checking MyKey System Status ..............
70
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems ..........................................................
71
MyKey – Troubleshooting ............................
71
Doors and Locks
Locking and Unlocking ................................
73
Keyless Entry ...................................................
76
Liftgate
Manual Liftgate .............................................
80
Power Liftgate .................................................
81
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Security
Passive Anti-Theft System
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Anti-Theft Alarm ...........................................
87
Power Running Boards
Using Power Running Boards ...................
89
Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles With: Manual Adjustable Steering
Column ..........................................................
91
Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles With: Power Adjustable Steering
Column ..........................................................
91
Audio Control ..................................................
92
Voice Control ..................................................
93
Cruise Control - Vehicles With: Adaptive Cruise Control .............................................
93
Cruise Control - Vehicles With: Cruise Control ..........................................................
93
Information Display Control ......................
93
Heated Steering Wheel ..............................
93
Horn ...................................................................
94
Adjustable Pedals
Adjusting the Pedals ....................................
95
Wipers and Washers
Windshield Wipers .......................................
96
Autowipers ......................................................
96
Windshield Washers ....................................
97
Rear Window Wiper and Washers ..........
97
Lighting
General Information ....................................
98
Lighting Control .............................................
98
Autolamps .......................................................
99
Instrument Lighting Dimmer ....................
99
Headlamp Exit Delay ...................................
99Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With:
Configurable Daytime Running Lamps
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100
Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With: Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) ........
100
Front Fog Lamps .........................................
100
Direction Indicators ......................................
101
Interior Lamps ...............................................
101
Ambient Lighting .........................................
102
Automatic High Beam Control
What Is Automatic High Beam Control ........................................................................\
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103
Switching Automatic High Beam Control On and Off .................................................
103
Automatic High Beam Control Indicators ........................................................................\
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103
Overriding Automatic High Beam Control ........................................................................\
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103
Windows and Mirrors
Power Windows ...........................................
105
Global Opening ............................................
105
Exterior Mirrors .............................................
106
Interior Mirror .................................................
107
Childminder Mirror ......................................
108
Sun Visors ......................................................
108
Moonroof ........................................................
109
Liftgate Window ..........................................
109
Instrument Cluster
Gauges - Vehicles With: 4 Inch Information and Entertainment Display
Screen ............................................................
111
Gauges - Vehicles With: 8 Inch Information and Entertainment Display
Screen ...........................................................
113
Warning Lamps and Indicators ...............
115
Audible Warnings and Indicators ...........
118
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LOCKING AND UNLOCKING
You can use the power door lock control
or the remote control to lock and unlock
your vehicle.
Power Door Locks
The power door lock control is on the driver
and front passenger door panels.
Unlock.
A
Lock.
B
Door Lock Switch Inhibitor
When you electronically lock your vehicle,
the power door lock switch and interior
trunk release switch will not operate after
20 seconds. You must unlock your vehicle
with the remote control or keyless keypad,
or switch the ignition on, to restore function
to these switches. You can switch this
feature on or off in the information display.
Note: Switch the ignition on and off after
changing the setting in the information
display.
Rear Door Unlocking and Opening
Pull the interior door handle twice to
unlock and open a rear door. The first pull
unlocks the door and the second pull
opens the door. Remote Control
You can use the remote control at any
time. The liftgate release button only
operates when the speed is less than
3 mph (5 km/h).
Unlocking the Doors (Two-Stage
Unlock) Press the button to unlock the
driver door.
Press the button again within three
seconds to unlock all doors. The direction
indicators will flash.
Note: If the system does not function, use
the key blade to lock and unlock your
vehicle.
Reprogramming the Unlocking Function
Note: When you press the unlock button,
either all the doors unlock, or only the driver
door unlocks. Pressing the unlock button
again unlocks all the doors.
Press and hold the unlock and lock buttons
on the remote control simultaneously for
at least four seconds with the ignition off.
The direction indicators flash twice to
confirm the change. The unlocking mode
applies to the remote control, keyless entry
keypad and intelligent access. You can
also change between the unlocking modes
using the information display. See
General Information
(page 119).
To return to the original unlocking function,
repeat the process.
Locking the Doors Press the button to lock all
doors. The direction indicators
will flash.
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Press the button again within three
seconds to confirm that all the doors are
closed. The doors will lock again, the horn
will sound and the direction indicators will
flash if all the doors and the liftgate are
closed.
Note:
If the system does not function, use
the key blade to lock and unlock your
vehicle.
Mislock
If any door or the liftgate is open, or if the
hood is open on vehicles with an anti-theft
alarm or remote start, the horn sounds
twice and the direction indicators do not
flash. You can switch this feature on or off
in the information display. See General
Information (page 119).
Opening the Liftgate Press twice within three seconds
to open the liftgate.
Activating Intelligent Access
(If
Equipped)
General Information
You can unlock and lock the vehicle
without taking the keys out of your pocket
or purse when your intelligent access key
is within
3 ft (1 m) of your vehicle.
Intelligent access uses a sensor on the
back of the door handle for unlocking and
a separate sensor on the face of each door
handle for locking.
The system does not function if:
• Your vehicle battery has no charge.
• The key battery has no charge.
• The key frequencies jam.
Note: The system may not function if the
passive key is close to metal objects or
electronic devices, for example keys or a cell
phone. Note:
If the system does not function, use
the key blade to lock and unlock your
vehicle. See
Remote Control (page 60).
Unlocking Using Intelligent Access With your intelligent access key within
3 ft
(1 m) of your vehicle, touch the unlock
sensor on the back of the door handle for
a brief period and then pull on the door
handle to unlock, being careful to not
touch the lock sensor at the same time or
pulling the door handle too quickly. The
intelligent access system requires a brief
delay to authenticate your intelligent
access key fob.
Locking Using Intelligent Access With your intelligent access key within
3 ft
(1 m) of your vehicle, touch the outer door
handle lock sensor for approximately one
second to lock, being careful to not touch
the unlock sensor on the back of the door
handle at the same time. After locking, you
can immediately pull on the door handle
to confirm locking occurred without
inadvertently unlocking.
At the Luggage Compartment
With your intelligent access key within
3 ft
(1 m) of your vehicle, press the exterior
release button.
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MANUAL LIFTGATE
WARNING: It is extremely
dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside
or outside of a vehicle. In a crash, people
riding in these areas are more likely to be
seriously injured or killed. Do not allow
people to ride in any area of your vehicle
that is not equipped with seats and
seatbelts. Make sure everyone in your
vehicle is in a seat and properly using a
seatbelt. Failure to follow this warning
could result in serious personal injury or
death. WARNING:
Make sure that you fully
close the liftgate to prevent exhaust
fumes from entering your vehicle. If you
are unable to fully close the liftgate,
open the air vents or the windows to
allow fresh air to enter your vehicle.
Failure to follow this instruction could
result in personal injury or death.
Note: Be careful when opening or closing
the liftgate in a garage or other enclosed
area to avoid damaging the liftgate.
Note: Do not hang anything, for example
a bike rack, from the glass or liftgate. This
could damage the liftgate and its
components.
Note: Do not leave the liftgate open when
you are driving. This could damage the
liftgate and its components.
Note: Make sure that you fully close the
liftgate to prevent cargo from falling out. Opening the Liftgate
Manually Opening the Liftgate
1. Press the button inside the liftgate
handle.
2. Pull the liftgate upward.
Remote Control Press twice within three seconds
to unlatch the liftgate.
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Closing the Liftgate
A handle is inside the liftgate to help with
closing.
POWER LIFTGATE (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:
It is extremely
dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside
or outside of a vehicle. In a crash, people
riding in these areas are more likely to be
seriously injured or killed. Do not allow
people to ride in any area of your vehicle
that is not equipped with seats and
seatbelts. Make sure everyone in your
vehicle is in a seat and properly using a
seatbelt. Failure to follow this warning
could result in serious personal injury or
death. WARNING:
Make sure that you fully
close the liftgate to prevent exhaust
fumes from entering your vehicle. If you
are unable to fully close the liftgate,
open the air vents or the windows to
allow fresh air to enter your vehicle.
Failure to follow this instruction could
result in personal injury or death. WARNING: Keep keys out of reach
of children. Do not allow children to
operate or play near an open or moving
power liftgate. You should supervise the
operation of the power liftgate at all
times.
Note: Make sure that you close the liftgate
before operating or moving your vehicle,
especially in an enclosure, like a garage or
a parking structure. This could damage the
liftgate and its components.
Note: Do not hang anything, for example
a bike rack, from the glass or liftgate. This
could damage the liftgate and its
components.
Note: Make sure that you fully close the
liftgate to prevent cargo from falling out.
The liftgate only operates with the
transmission in park (P).
Three warning tones sound as the liftgate
begins to power close. If there is a problem
with the open or close request, one of the
following may occur:
• One tone sounds if the ignition is on
and the transmission is not in park (P).
• Three tones sound if the battery
voltage is below the minimum
operating voltage.
• One tone sounds if the vehicle speed
is at or above 3 mph (5 km/h).
If the liftgate starts to close after it has
fully opened, this indicates there may be
excessive weight on the liftgate or a
possible strut failure. A repetitive tone
sounds and the liftgate closes under
control. Remove any excessive weight
from the liftgate. If the liftgate continues
to close after opening, have the system
checked as soon as possible.
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Opening and Closing the Liftgate
WARNING: Make sure all persons
are clear of the power liftgate area
before using the power liftgate control.
Note: Make sure the area behind your
vehicle is free from obstruction and that
there is enough room for you to operate the
liftgate. Objects too close to your vehicle,
for example a wall, garage door or another
vehicle may come into contact with the
moving liftgate. This could damage the
liftgate and its components.
Note: Be careful when opening or closing
the liftgate in a garage or other enclosed
area to avoid damaging the liftgate.
Note: Do not leave the liftgate open when
you are driving. This could damage the
liftgate and its components.
From the Instrument Panel With the transmission in park
(P), press the button on the
instrument panel.
Remote Control Press the button twice within a
few seconds.
Outside Control
Opening the Liftgate
1. Unlock the liftgate with the remote control or power door unlock control.
If an intelligent access key is within
3 ft
(1 m) of the liftgate, the liftgate unlocks
when you press the liftgate release
button. 2. Press the button inside the liftgate
handle.
Note: Allow the power system to open the
liftgate. Manually pushing or pulling the
liftgate may activate the system ’s obstacle
detection and stop the power operation or
reverse its direction, replicate a strut failure,
or damage mechanical components.
Closing the Liftgate WARNING:
Keep clear of the
liftgate when using the rear switch.
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Press and release the liftgate control
button.
Opening the Liftgate Window
See Liftgate Window (page 109).
Stopping the Liftgate Movement
Note: Do not apply sudden excessive force
to the liftgate while it is in motion. This
could damage the power liftgate and its
components.
You can stop the liftgate movement by
doing any of the following:
• Pressing the liftgate control button.
• Pressing the liftgate button on the
remote control twice.
• Pressing the liftgate button on the
instrument panel.
Setting the Liftgate Open Height
1. Open the liftgate.
2. Stop the liftgate movement by pressing
the control button on the liftgate when
it reaches the desired height. Note:
Once the liftgate has stopped
moving, you can also manually move it to
the desired height.
3. Press and hold the liftgate control button on the liftgate until a tone
sounds, indicating programming is
complete.
Note: You can only use the liftgate control
button to program the height.
Note: You cannot program the height if the
liftgate position is too low.
The new open liftgate height is recalled
when the power liftgate is opened. To
change the programmed height, repeat the
above procedure. Once you open the
power liftgate, you can manually move it
to a different height.
Note: The system recalls the new
programmed height, even if you disconnect
the battery.
When operating the power liftgate after
you have programmed a lower height than
fully open, you can fully open the liftgate
by manually pushing it upward to the
maximum open position.
Obstacle Detection
Note: Entering your vehicle while the
liftgate is closing can cause your vehicle to
bounce and activate obstacle detection. To
prevent this, let the power liftgate close
completely before you enter your vehicle.
Before driving off, check the instrument
cluster for a liftgate or door ajar message or
warning indicator. Failure to do this could
result in unintentionally leaving the liftgate
open when driving.
When Closing
The system stops when it detects an
obstacle. A tone sounds and the system
reverses to open. Once you remove the
obstacle, you can power close the liftgate.
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When Opening
The system stops when it detects an
obstacle and two short tones sound.
Remove the obstacle to operate the
liftgate.
Switching the Power Liftgate On
or Off
You can switch the power liftgate on or off
through the vehicle settings menu. See
General Information (page 119).
When switched off, the liftgate only
unlatches and will not power open or close.
Using the Hands-Free Liftgate
(If
Equipped)
Make sure you have a passive key within
3 ft (1 m)
of the liftgate.
1. Stand behind your vehicle, and face the
liftgate.
2. Move your foot, in a single-kick motion,
without pausing, under and away from
the rear bumper detection area.
3. The liftgate power opens or closes.
Vehicles Without a Trailer Hitch The detection area is in the center of the
rear bumper. Vehicles With a Trailer Hitch
The detection area is on the left-hand side
and right-hand side of the hitch, between
the exhaust and the hitch.
Avoid the following actions when using
hands-free opening:
•
Making physical contact with the
bumper.
• Holding your foot under the bumper.
• Sweeping your foot from side to side,
or kicking at an odd angle.
Note: Allow the power system to open the
liftgate. Manually pushing or pulling the
liftgate may activate the system ’s obstacle
detection and stop the power operation or
reverse its direction, replicate a strut failure,
or damage mechanical components.
Note: Any physical actions that mimic a
kicking motion such as splashing water,
trailer chains or vacuum hoses may cause
the hands-free liftgate to activate. Switch
the power liftgate off through your vehicle
settings or keep the passive key away from
the rear bumper detection area.
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2. Insert the first programmed key in the
backup slot.
3. Press the push button ignition switch.
4. Wait five seconds and then press the push button ignition switch again.
5. Remove the intelligent access key.
6. Within 10 seconds, place a second programmed intelligent access key in
the backup slot and press the push
button ignition switch.
7. Wait five seconds and then press the push button ignition switch again.
8. Remove the intelligent access key.
9. Wait five seconds, then place the unprogrammed intelligent access key
in the backup slot and press the push
button ignition switch.
10. Once complete, the information cluster displays a message
confirming the key has been
programmed. The direction indicators
flash and the horn sounds.
Programming is now complete. Check that
the remote control functions operate and
your vehicle starts with the new intelligent
access key.
If programming was unsuccessful, wait 10
seconds and repeat steps 1 through 7. If it
still does not work, take your vehicle to an
authorized dealer.
ANTI-THEFT ALARM
The active anti-theft system is designed
to warn you in the event of unauthorized
vehicle entry and is also designed to help
prevent unwanted towing of your vehicle.
You can choose what is monitored by
arming the system in different ways. See
Information Displays (page 119).
The direction indicators flash and the horn
sounds if the system triggers while the
alarm is armed. Take all remote controls to an authorized
dealer if there is any potential alarm
problem with your vehicle.
Using the System
You can select two levels of alarm security.
You can change the level of security when
the ignition is switched off through the
information display with the two options
below:
Perimeter Only (If Equipped)
Perimeter only monitors the following:
•
Doors.
• Hood.
• Liftgate.
All Sensors (If Equipped)
All sensors monitors the following:
• Doors.
• Hood.
• Liftgate.
• Movement inside your vehicle.
• Change in vehicle inclination, for
example, unwanted towing.
Note: Do not choose all sensors monitor
mode when the vehicle is in transport or if
movement within the vehicle is likely to
occur.
Note: For correct operation of the interior
motion detection system, make sure you
close all the windows prior to arming the
system. This helps prevent accidental alarm
activation due to external influences.
Additionally, the interior motion sensing
system does not arm if any door is ajar.
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