key FORD EXPEDITION EL 2017 User Guide

CHECKING MYKEY SYSTEM
STATUS
You can find information on programmedMyKey(s) using the information displaycontrol on the steering wheel. SeeInformation Displays (page 91).
To find information on programmed MyKey(s), press the left arrow button toaccess the main menu and scroll to:
DescriptionMessage
Press the OK button.Settings
Press the OK button.MyKey
Select one of the following:
Tracks the distance when drivers use a MyKey. The only wayto delete the accumulated distance is by using an admin keyto clear your MyKeys. If the distance does not accumulate asexpected, then the intended user is not using the MyKey, oran admin key user recently cleared and then recreated aMyKey.
MyKey Dist.
Indicates the number of MyKeys programmed to your vehicle.Use this feature to detect how many MyKeys you have foryour vehicle and determine when a MyKey has been deleted.
{0} MyKeys
Indicates how many admin keys are programmed to yourvehicle. Use this feature to determine how many unrestrictedkeys you have for your vehicle, and detect if an additionalMyKey has been programmed.
{0} Admin Keys
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USING MYKEY WITH REMOTE
START SYSTEMS
MyKey is not compatible with non
Ford-approved, aftermarket remote startsystems. If you choose to install a remotestart system, see an authorized dealer fora Ford-approved remote start system.
MYKEY TROUBLESHOOTING
Potential CausesCondition
The key or transmitter used to start the vehicledoes not have admin privileges.I cannot create a MyKey.
Vehicles with keyless start: Make sure you placethe transmitter into the backup position. SeeStarting a Gasoline Engine (page 145).The key or transmitter used to start the vehicleis the only admin key. There always has to beat least one admin key.The passive anti-theft system is disabled or inunlimited mode.
The transmitter used to start your vehicle doesnot have admin privileges.I cannot program the configurablesettings.There are no MyKeys programmed to thevehicle. See Creating a MyKey (page 48).
The key or transmitter used to start the vehicledoes not have admin privileges.I cannot clear the MyKeys.
No MyKeys are created. See Creating a MyKey(page 48).
Purchase a new key or transmitter from anauthorized dealer.I lost the only admin key.
Program a spare key or transmitter. You mayneed to see an authorized dealer. See PassiveAnti-Theft System (page 61).
I lost a key.
The MyKey user is not using the MyKey.The MyKey distance does not accumu-late.An admin key holder cleared the MyKeys andcreated new MyKeys.The key system has been reset.
An admin transmitter is present at vehicle start.No MyKey functions with the trans-mitter.There are no MyKeys programmed to yourvehicle. See Creating a MyKey (page 48).
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LOCKING AND UNLOCKING
You can use the power door lock controlor the remote control to lock and unlockyour vehicle.
Power Door Locks
The power door lock control is on the driverand front passenger door panels.
Unlock.A
Lock.B
Remote Control (If Equipped)
Unlocking the Doors (Two-StageUnlock)
Press the button to unlock thedriver door.
Press the button again within threeseconds to unlock all doors. The directionindicators will flash.
Press and hold both the lock and unlockbuttons on the remote control for threeseconds to change between driver door orall doors unlock mode. The directionindicators flash twice to indicate a changeto the unlocking mode. Driver door unlockmode only unlocks the driver door whenyou press the unlock button once. All doorunlock mode unlocks all doors when youpress the unlock button once. The
unlocking mode applies to the remotecontrol, keyless entry keypad andintelligent access. You can also changebetween the unlocking modes using theinformation display. See InformationDisplays (page 91).
Locking the Doors
Press the button to lock alldoors. The direction indicatorswill flash.
Press the button again within threeseconds to confirm that all the doors areclosed. The doors will lock again, the hornwill sound and the direction indicators willflash if all the doors and the liftgate areclosed.
Note:If the system does not function, usethe key blade to lock and unlock yourvehicle.
Mislock
If any door or the liftgate is open, or if thehood is open on vehicles with an anti-theftalarm or remote start, the horn soundstwice and the direction indicators do notflash. You can switch this feature on or offin the information display. SeeInformation Displays (page 91).
Opening the Liftgate
Press twice within three secondsto open the liftgate.
Activating Intelligent Access (If
Equipped)
The intelligent access key must be within3 ft (1 m) of the driver door or liftgate.
At a Door
You can use the keyless entry keypad tolock and unlock the doors. See KeylessEntry (page 58).
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At the Liftgate
The liftgate unlocks and opensautomatically when you press the liftgaterelease button.
Smart Unlocks for IntegratedKeyhead Transmitter (If Equipped)
This helps to prevent you from lockingyourself out of your vehicle if the key is stillin the ignition.
When you open one of the front doors andlock your vehicle with the power door lockcontrol, all the doors will lock then unlockand the horn will sound twice if the key isstill in the ignition.
Your can still lock your vehicle with the keyin the ignition by:
•Using the manual lock on the door.
•Locking the driver door with a key.
•Using the keyless entry keypad.
•Pressing the lock button on anotherremote control.
Smart Unlocks for IntelligentAccess Keys (If Equipped)
This helps to prevent you from locking yourkey inside the passenger compartment orrear cargo area.
When you electronically lock your vehiclewith any door open, the transmission is inpark (P) and the ignition is off, the systemsearches for an intelligent access keyinside your vehicle after you close the lastdoor. If the system finds a key, all of thedoors will immediately unlock and the hornwill sound twice, indicating that a key isinside.
You can override the smart unlock featureand intentionally lock the intelligent accesskey inside your vehicle.
To do this, lock your vehicle after you haveclosed all the doors by:
•Using the keyless entry keypad.
•Pressing the lock button on anotherintelligent access key.
When you open one of the front doors andlock your vehicle using the power door lockcontrol, all doors will lock then unlock if:
•The ignition is on.
•The ignition is off and the transmissionis not in park (P).
Auto Relock
If you press the unlock button on theremote control and do not open a doorwithin 45 seconds, your vehicle will lockand the alarm will arm. You can switch thisfeature on or off in the information display.See Information Displays (page 91).
Autolock
Autolock locks all the doors when all of thefollowing occur:
•All doors are closed.
•The ignition is on.
•You shift into any gear putting yourvehicle in motion.
•Your vehicle's speed is greater than12 mph (20 km/h).
Autolock repeats when:
•You open then close any door while theignition is on and your vehicle's speedis less than 9 mph (15 km/h).
•Your vehicle's speed is greater than12 mph (20 km/h).
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Autounlock
Autounlock unlocks all the doors when allof the following occur:
•The ignition is on, all the doors areclosed, and your vehicle has beenmoving at a speed greater than 12 mph(20 km/h).
•You stop your vehicle and switch theignition off or to accessory.
•You open the driver door within 10minutes of switching the ignition off orto accessory.
Note:The doors do not autounlock if youelectronically lock your vehicle after youswitch the ignition off and before you openthe driver door.
Enabling or Disabling Autolock andAutounlock
You can enable or disable autolock andautounlock in the information display oran authorized dealer can do it for you. SeeGeneral Information (page 91).
Illuminated Entry
The interior lamps and some exteriorlamps illuminate when you unlock thedoors with the remote control.
The lamps turn off if:
•The ignition is on.
•You press the remote control lockbutton.
•25 seconds have elapsed.
The lamps do not turn off if:
•You turn them on with the lampcontrol.
•Any door is open.
Illuminated Exit
The interior lamps and some exteriorlamps illuminate when all doors are closedand you switch the ignition off.
The lamps will turn off if all the doorsremain closed and:
•25 seconds have elapsed.
•You press the push button ignitionswitch.
Battery Saver
If you leave the courtesy lamps, interiorlamps or headlamps on, the battery savershuts them off 10 minutes after you switchthe ignition off.
Battery Saver for Intelligent AccessKeys (If Equipped)
If you leave the ignition switched on, itshuts off when it detects a certain amountof battery drain, or after 45 minutes.
MANUAL LIFTGATE (If Equipped)
WARNINGS
It is extremely dangerous to ride in acargo area, inside or outside of yourvehicle. In a crash, people riding inthese areas are more likely to be seriouslyinjured or killed. Do not allow people to ridein any area of your vehicle that is notequipped with seats and safety belts. Makesure everyone in your vehicle is in a seatand properly using a safety belt. Failure tofollow this warning could result in seriouspersonal injury or death.
Make sure to close and latch theliftgate to prevent drawing exhaustfumes into your vehicle. This will alsoprevent passengers and cargo from fallingout. If you must drive with the liftgate open,keep the vents or windows open so outsideair comes into your vehicle. Failure tofollow this warning could result in seriouspersonal injury.
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Closing the Liftgate
A handle is located inside the liftgate tohelp with closing.
POWER LIFTGATE (If Equipped)
WARNINGS
It is extremely dangerous to ride in acargo area, inside or outside of avehicle. In a crash, people riding inthese areas are more likely to be seriouslyinjured or killed. Do not allow people to ridein any area of your vehicle that is notequipped with seats and seatbelts. Makesure everyone in your vehicle is in a seatand properly using a seatbelt. Failure tofollow this warning could result in seriouspersonal injury or death.
Make sure to close and latch theliftgate to prevent drawing exhaustfumes into your vehicle. This will alsoprevent passengers and cargo from fallingout. If you must drive with the liftgate open,keep the vents or windows open so outsideair comes into your vehicle. Failure tofollow this warning could result in seriouspersonal injury.
WARNINGS
Keep keys out of reach of children.Do not allow children to operate orplay near an open or moving powerliftgate. You should supervise theoperation of the power liftgate at all times.
Note:Make sure that you close the liftgatebefore operating or moving your vehicle,especially in an enclosure, like a garage ora parking structure. This could damage theliftgate and its components.
Note: Do not hang anything, for examplea bike rack, from the glass or liftgate. Thiscould damage the liftgate and itscomponents.
The liftgate only operates with thetransmission in park (P).
Three warning tones sound as the liftgatebegins to power close. If there is a problemwith the open or close request, one of thefollowing may occur:
•One chime sounds if the ignition is onand the transmission is not in park (P).
•Three chimes sound if the batteryvoltage is below the minimumoperating voltage.
•One chime sounds if the vehicle speedis at or above 3 mph (5 km/h).
If the liftgate starts to close after it hasfully opened, this indicates there may beexcessive weight on the liftgate or apossible strut failure. A repetitive tonesounds and the liftgate closes undercontrol. Remove any excessive weight fromthe liftgate. If the liftgate continues toclose after opening, have the systemchecked by an authorized dealer.
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Opening and Closing the Liftgate
WARNING
Make sure all persons are clear of thepower liftgate area before using thepower liftgate control.
Note:Make sure the area behind yourvehicle is free from obstruction and thatthere is enough room for you to operate theliftgate. Objects too close to your vehicle,for example a wall, garage door or anothervehicle may come into contact with themoving liftgate. This could damage theliftgate and its components.
Note:Be careful when opening or closingthe liftgate in a garage or other enclosedarea to avoid damaging the liftgate.
Note: Do not leave the liftgate open whiledriving. This could damage the liftgate andits components.
From the Instrument Panel
Press the button on theinstrument panel.
With the Remote Control
Press the button twice withinthree seconds.
With the Outside Control Button
Opening the Liftgate
1. Unlock the liftgate with the remotecontrol or power door unlock control.If an intelligent access key is within 3 ft(1 m) of the liftgate, the liftgate unlockswhen you press the liftgate releasebutton.
2. Press the button inside the liftgatehandle.
Note:Allow the system to open the liftgate.Manually pushing or pulling the liftgate mayturn on obstacle detection and stop thepower operation or reverse its direction.Manually interfering with the liftgate motionmay also replicate a strut failure.
Closing the Liftgate
WARNING
Keep clear of the liftgate whenactivating the rear switch.
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Press and release the button in the rearcargo area.
Stopping the Liftgate Movement
Note:Do not apply sudden excessive forceto the liftgate while it is in motion. Thiscould damage the power liftgate and itscomponents.
You can stop the liftgate movement bydoing any of the following:
•Pressing the liftgate control button.
•Pressing the liftgate button on theremote control twice.
•Pressing the liftgate button on theinstrument panel.
Obstacle Detection
When Closing
The system stops when it detects anobstacle. Three chimes sound and thesystem reverses to open. Once you removethe obstacle, you can power close theliftgate.
Note:Entering your vehicle while theliftgate is closing can cause your vehicle tobounce and activate obstacle detection. Toprevent this, let the power liftgate closecompletely before you enter your vehicle.Before driving off, check the instrumentcluster for a liftgate or door ajar message orwarning indicator. Failure to do this couldresult in unintentionally leaving the liftgateopen while driving.
When Opening
The system stops when it detects anobstacle and two short tones sound.Remove the obstacle to operate theliftgate.
KEYLESS ENTRY
SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRYKEYPAD
The keypad is located near the driverwindow.
Note:If you enter your entry code too faston the keypad, the unlock function may notwork. Re-enter your entry code more slowly.
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You can use the keypad to lock or unlockthe doors without using a key.
For vehicles without intelligent access, youcan operate the keypad with thefactory-set 5-digit entry code. The code islocated on the owner’s wallet card in theglove box and is available from anauthorized dealer. You can also create upto five of your own 5-digit personal entrycodes.
For vehicles with intelligent access, you donot need to enter a 5-digit entry code.Press any button on keyless entry keypadonce to unlock all doors.
Note:You must have an intelligent accesskey within 3 ft (1 m) of your vehicle.
Programming a Personal Entry Code
To create your own personal entry code:
1. Enter the factory-set code.
2. Press 1·2 on the keypad within fiveseconds.
3. Enter your personal 5-digit code. Youmust enter each number within fiveseconds of each other.
4. Press 1·2 on the keypad to savepersonal code 1.
The doors will lock then unlock to confirmthat programming was successful.
To program additional personal entrycodes, repeat Steps 1-3, then for Step 4:
•press 3·4 to save personal code 2
•press 5·6 to save personal code 3
•press 7·8 to save personal code 4
•press 9·0 to save personal code 5.
You may also program a personal entrycode through the information display.
Tips:
•Do not set a code that uses five of thesame number.
•Do not use five numbers in sequentialorder.
•The factory-set code will work even ifyou have set your own personal code.
Recalling Memory Positions (IfEquipped)
The programmed entry codes will recalldriver memory positions as follows:
•Entry code 1 will recall driver 1 memorypositions.
•Entry code 2 will recall driver 2 memorypositions.
Note:Personal entry codes 3, 4 and 5 willnot recall memory positions.
Erasing a Personal Code
1. Enter the factory-set 5-digit code.
2. Press and release 1·2 on the keypadwithin five seconds.
3. Press and hold 1·2 for two seconds.You must do this within five secondsof completing Step 2.
All personal codes will erase and only thefactory-set 5-digit code will work.
Anti-Scan Feature
The keypad will go into an anti-scan modeif you enter the wrong code seven times(35 consecutive button presses). Thismode disables the keypad for one minuteand the keypad lamp will flash.
The anti-scan feature will turn off after:
•one minute of keypad inactivity
•pressing the unlock button on theremote control
•switching the ignition on.
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Displaying the Factory Set Code
Note:You need to have two programmedkeys for this procedure.
To display the factory-set code in theinformation display:
1.Insert a key into the ignition and switchthe ignition on for a few seconds.
2.Switch the ignition off and remove thekey.
3. Insert the second key into the ignitionand switch the ignition on.
The factory-set code will display for a fewseconds.
Note:The code may not display until afterany other warning messages first display.
Unlocking and Locking the Doors
Vehicles Without Intelligent Access
To Unlock the Driver Door
Enter the factory-set 5-digit code or yourpersonal code. You must press eachnumber within five seconds of each other.The interior lamps will illuminate.
Note:All doors will unlock if you disablethe two-stage unlocking mode. SeeLocking and Unlocking (page 52).
To Unlock All Doors
Enter the factory-set code or your personalcode, then press 3·4 within five seconds.
To Lock All Doors
Press and hold 7·8 and 9·0 at the sametime (with the driver door closed). You donot need to enter the keypad code first.
Vehicles With Intelligent Access
Press any button on keyless entry keypadonce to unlock all doors.
Note:You must have an intelligent accesskey within 3 ft (1 m) of your vehicle.
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