door lock FORD EXPLORER 2015 5.G Owner's Manual

Disarming the Alarm
To disarm the alarm, do any of the following:
•Press the power door unlock button within the 20-second pre-armed
mode.
•Press the unlock button on the remote control.
•Unlock the doors with the keyless entry pad.
•Enter the vehicle using intelligent access (if equipped).
•Turn the ignition on with a valid key (if equipped with an integrated
keyhead transmitter only).
•Press the panic button on the remote control. The alarm system will
still be armed, but this shuts off the horn and turn lamps when the
alarm is sounding.
Note:If the driver door is unlocked with a key, a tone will sound when
you open the door and a message will appear in the information display.
You will have 12 seconds to disarm the alarm using any of the actions
above, otherwise the alarm will trigger.
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Window Lock
Press the control to lock or unlock
the rear window controls.
Bounce-Back
The window will stop automatically while closing and reverse some
distance if there is an obstacle in the way.
Overriding the Bounce-Back Feature
WARNING:When you override the bounce-back feature the
window will not reverse if it detects an obstacle. Take care when
closing the windows to avoid personal injury or damage to your vehicle.
Pull up the window switch and hold within two seconds of the window
reaching the bounce-back position. The window will travel up with no
bounce-back protection. The window will stop if you release the switch
before the window is fully closed.
Accessory Delay
You can use the window switches for several minutes after you switch
the ignition off, or until you open either front door.
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Settings
Convenience Auto Highbeam — check enabled (default) / uncheck
disabled
Autolamp Delay Off or number of seconds
Compass Display Display — check enabled (default) /
uncheck disabled
Calibrate Hold OK to
calibrate
Circle slowly to
calibrate
Calibration
complete
Zone Zone 1 — 15
DTE Calculation Normal or Towing
Easy Entry/Exit — check enabled (default) / uncheck
disabled
Locks Autolock — check enabled (default) /
uncheck disabled
Autounlock — check enabled
(default) / uncheck disabled
Remote Unlock All Doors or
Driver First
Oil life Reset Percent Oil Life XXX% — Hold OK to
Reset
Power Liftgate Enable or Disable switch
Remote Start Climate Control Auto or Last
Settings
Seats and Wheel Auto or Off
Wheel Auto or Off
Duration 5, 10 or
15 minutes
System — check enabled (default) /
uncheck disabled
Windows Remote Open or Close
Wipers Courtesy Wipe — check enabled
(default) / uncheck disabled
Rain Sensing — check enabled
(default) / uncheck disabled
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Settings
In this mode, you can configure different driver setting choices.
Note:Some items are optional and may not appear.
Settings
Vehicle DTE Calculation Normal / Towing
Easy Entry/Exit — check enabled / uncheck disabled
Lighting Auto highbeam On / Off
Autolamp Delay Off or number of
seconds
Locks Autolock On / Off
Autounlock On / Off
Remote
UnlockingAll doors /
Driver’s door
Oil Life ResetPercent Oil Life XXX %
Hold OK to Reset
Power Liftgate Enabled or Disabled
Remote StartClimate Control
(using this
feature allows
you to select
different climate
control modes
when the vehicle
is started using
the remote start
feature)Auto / Last
Settings
Seats and Wheel
or SeatsAuto / Off
Duration5/10
/15 minutes
System Enable / Disable
Windows Remote Open or Close
WipersCourtesy Wipe On / Off
Rain Sensing On / Off
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Adaptive Cruise
Control MessagesAction / Description
Adaptive Cruise
MalfunctionDisplayed when a radar malfunction is
preventing the ACC from engaging.
Adaptive Cruise Not
AvailableDisplayed when conditions exist such that the
adaptive cruise cannot function properly.
Adaptive Cruise Not
Available Sensor
BlockedDisplayed when the radar is blocked because
of poor radar visibility due to bad weather or
ice/mud/water in front of radar. Driver can
typically clean the sensor to resolve.
AdvanceTrac® /
Traction Control
MessagesAction / Description
Service AdvanceTrac Displayed when the AdvanceTrac® system has
detected a condition that requires service.
Contact your authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
Trailer Sway Reduce
SpeedDisplayed when the trailer sway control has
detected trailer sway.
Alarm/Security
MessagesAction / Description
To Stop Alarm, Start
VehicleDisplayed when the perimeter alarm system is
armed and the vehicle is entered using the key
on the driver’s side door. In order to prevent
the perimeter alarm system from triggering,
the ignition must be turned to start or on
before the 12 second chime expires.
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Reminder Messages Action / Description
Steering Lock Turn
Wheel to UnlockDisplays when you need to turn the steering
wheel in order to disengage the steering lock.
Shift to Park Displays as a reminder to shift into park if gear
shift lever is not in park and a door is opened.
Engine On Displays when the driver’s door is opened, the
vehicle is in park and the engine is on.
Remote Start Action / Description
To Drive: Turn Key to
OnDisplays as a reminder to turn the key on to
drive the vehicle after a remote start.
To Drive: Press Brake
and START ButtonDisplays as a reminder to apply the brake and
the start button to drive the vehicle after a
remote start.
Terrain Management /
Off Road / Hill
Descent MessagesAction / Description
For Hill Descent Reduce
Speed XX MPH/km/h or
LessDisplayed when hill descent speed exceeds
20 MPH (32 KM/H).
For Hill Descent Select
GearDisplayed when hill descent control mode
requires driver shift transmission into gear.
Driver Resume Control Displayed when the hill control mode requires
the driver to resume control.
Hill Descent Control
ActiveDisplayed when hill descent control mode is
activated.
Hill Descent Control
FAULTDisplayed when a hill descent system fault is
present.
Hill Descent Control Off Displayed when hill descent control mode is
deactivated.
Hill Descent Control
OFF System CoolingDisplayed when hill descent control mode is
disabled to cool the brake system.
Hill Descent Control
ReadyDisplayed when hill descent control mode is
activated.
Terrain Management
Normal ModeDisplays driver selected terrain management
normal mode.
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MEMORY FUNCTION (IF EQUIPPED)
This memory control, located on the
driver door, allows automatic
positioning of the driver seat and
power mirrors to three
programmable positions. You may
also have this feature for the
steering column and power
adjustable foot pedals.
Programming a memory position
1. Switch the ignition on.
2. Adjust the memory features to your desired positions using the
associated controls.
3. Press and hold the desired pre-set button for about two seconds until
you hear a single tone.
Note:You can save up to three pre-set memory positions.
Recalling a memory position
Press and release the desired memory pre-set button to recall a saved
memory position.
Note:A pre-set memory position can only be recalled when the ignition
is off, or when the transmission is in park (P) or neutral (N) if the
ignition is on.
A pre-set memory position can also be recalled by:
•Pressing the unlock button on your intelligent access key fob if it is
linked to a pre-set position.
•Unlocking the intelligent driver door handle if a linked key fob is
present.
•Entering a personal entry code on the Securicode keypad. SeeLocks.
Note:Using a linked key fob to recall your memory position when the
ignition is off will move the seat and steering column to the Easy Entry
position (if the feature is enabled).
Note:Pressing any seat or mirror adjustment control (or any memory
button) during a memory recall cancels the operation.
Recalling memory positions with the remote control
To program the memory feature to a remote control, see theKeys and
Remote Controlchapter.
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5. Lift the seatback toward the rear
of the vehicle, and rotate the
seatback until you hear a click,
locking it in the upright position.
Note:The seatback will not raise if
the rear latch hooks are not
properly engaged to the floor
striker. If the seatback does not
raise, then repeat Step 4.
6. Pull the head restraint back up to its normal adjusted position.
Make sure that the rear latch hooks
are properly engaged with the floor
striker.
Note: Make sure that the seat and
seatback are latched securely in
position. Keep floor area free of
objects that would prevent proper
seat engagement.
Third-row seat access (power fold and tumble seat – if equipped)
WARNING:Make sure that the seat is unoccupied when folding
it down. Folding the seat while occupied could result in occupant
injury or damage to the seat.
Press and hold the control located at the back of the
rear door opening to fold the seatback down and tumble
the seat forward for access to the third row.
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HOMELINK® WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:Make sure that the garage door and security device
are free from obstruction when you are programming. Do not
program the system with the vehicle in the garage.
WARNING:Do not use the system with any garage door opener
that does not have the safety stop and reverse feature as
required by U.S. Federal Safety Standards (this includes any garage
door opener manufactured before April 1, 1982).
Note:Make sure you keep the original remote control transmitter for
use in other vehicles as well as for future system programming.
Note:We recommend that upon the sale or lease termination of your
vehicle, you erase the programmed function buttons for security reasons.
SeeErasing the function button codeslater in this section.
Note:You can program a maximum of three devices. To change or
replace any of the three devices after it has been initially programmed,
you must first erase the current settings. SeeErasing the function
button codeslater in this section.
The universal garage door opener
replaces the common hand-held garage
door opener with a three-button
transmitter that is integrated into the
driver’s sun visor.
The system includes two primary
features, a garage door opener and a
platform for remote activation of devices with the home. As well as being
programmed for garage doors, the system transmitter can be
programmed to operate entry gate operators, security systems, entry
door locks, and home or office lighting.
Additional system information can be found online at www.homelink.com
or by calling the toll-free help line on 1-800-355-3515.
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Fast Restart (Vehicles with Keyless Start)
The fast restart feature allows you to restart the engine within
20 seconds of switching it off, even if a valid key is not present.
Within 20 seconds of switching the engine off, press the brake pedal and
press the button. After 20 seconds have expired, you can no longer start
the engine without the key present inside your vehicle.
Once the engine has started, it remains running until you press the
button, even if the system does not detect a valid key. If you open and
close a door while the engine is running, the system searches for a valid
key. You cannot start the engine if the system does not detect a valid key
within 20 seconds.
Failure to Start
If you cannot start the engine after three attempts, wait 10 seconds and
follow this procedure:
1. Fully press the brake pedal.
2. Fully press the accelerator pedal and hold it there.
3. Start the engine.
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Stationary
1. Move the transmission selector lever to positionP.
2. If your vehicle has an ignition key, turn the key to the off position. If
your vehicle has a keyless start system, press the button once.
3. Apply the parking brake.
Note:This switches off the ignition, all electrical circuits, warning lamps
and indicators.
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Moving
WARNING:Switching off the engine when the vehicle is still
moving will result in a loss of brake and steering assistance. The
steering will not lock, but higher effort will be required. When the
ignition is switched off, some electrical circuits, including air bags,
warning lamps and indicators may also be off. If the ignition was turned
off accidentally, you can shift into Neutral and restart the engine.
1.If your vehicle has an ignition key,move the transmission
selector lever to positionNand use the brakes to bring your vehicle
to a safe stop. When your vehicle has stopped, move the transmission
selector lever to positionPand turn the key to the off position.
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