remote start FORD F-150 2018 Owner's Manual

See the following table for more specific examples.
Restricted features
Pairing a Bluetooth phone.
Cellular Phone
Browsing of list entries is limited for phone contacts and
recent phone calls.
Editing the keypad code.
System Functionality
Enabling Valet Mode.
Editing settings while the rear view camera or active park
assist are active.
Editing Wi-Fi settings.
Wi-Fi
Editing the list of wireless networks.
Connecting to a new Wi-Fi network.
Viewing received text messages.
Text Messages
Using the keyboard to enter a destination.
Navigation
Adding or editing Navigation Favorites entries or Avoid
Areas.
Creating a SYNC Owner Account
Why do I need a SYNC owner account?
• Essential for keeping up with the latest
software and connected features.
• Access to customer support for any
questions you may have.
• Maintain account permissions.
Visit the website to sign up and register. Website
www.owner.ford.com
www.syncmyride.ca Website
www.syncmaroute.ca
SYNC Connect (If Equipped)
With a SYNC® Connect-equipped vehicle,
you can use FordPass® to track your
vehicle ’s location and remotely access
vehicle features such as start, lock and
unlock and vehicle status including fuel
level and approximate mileage. You can
also schedule specific times to remotely
start your vehicle so it’ s ready to hit the
road as soon as you are. SYNC Connect is
an optional feature on select 2017 MY
vehicles. FordPass® is available through
a free download via the Apple App Store®
or Google Play â„¢. Message and data rates
may apply. Services may be limited by
mobile phone network coverage area.
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Driver temperature: Touch up
or down to adjust the
temperature.
A
Heated steering wheel: Touch
this icon to switch the heated
steering wheel on and off. It
takes about 5 minutes to warm
the steering wheel to 74°F
(23°C) in temperatures as low
B
as -4°F (-22°C). The wheel
maintains an approximate
temperature of 90°F (32°C) and
operates independently from the
heated seats and other
climate-control functions. The
heating element is in between
the leather covering and foam
core to help provide maximum
heat without adversely affecting
the feel of the steering wheel.
Note:
This feature only
functions when you switch the
engine on.
Note: The heated steering wheel
may remain on after remote
starting the vehicle, based on
your remote start settings. The
heated steering wheel may also
turn on when you start your
vehicle, if it was on when you
switched your vehicle off.
Note:
For steering wheels with
wood trim, the heating feature
will not heat the wheel between
the 10 and 2 o'clock positions.
Defrost:
A pop up appears on
the screen to display the defrost
options.
C
MAX Defrost: Touch the button
to maximize defrosting. Air flows
through the windshield vents,
the fan automatically adjusts to
the highest speed and the driver
and passenger temperatures are set to HI. You can use this setting
to defog or clear a thin covering
of ice from the windshield. The
heated rear window also
automatically turns on when you
select MAX Defrost.
Defrost:
Distributes air through
the windshield defroster vents
and demister vents.
AUTO:
Touch the button to
switch on automatic operation.
Select the desired temperature
using the temperature control.
The system adjusts fan speed,
air distribution, air conditioning
operation, and selects outside
air or recirculated air to heat or
cool the vehicle in order to
maintain the desired
temperature.
D
Power:
Touch the button to
switch the system on and off.
Switching off the climate control
system prevents outside air from
entering the vehicle.
E
DUAL:
This button lights up
when the passenger controls are
active. To switch it off and link
the passenger temperature to
the driver temperature, touch the
DUAL button.
F
Note:
the passenger side
temperature and the DUAL
indication automatically turn on
when you or your passenger
adjust the passenger
temperature.
Passenger temperature:
Touch up or down to adjust the
temperature.
G
Fan speed:
Touch up or down
to increase or decrease the
volume of air that circulates in
your vehicle.
H
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Personal Profiles
Possible cause and solution
Issue
The keyfob being used is not linked to a
profile.
The wrong keyfob is being used.
A button other than unlock or remote start
is being pressed on a linked keyfob.
The Personal Profile was deleted.
Personal Profiles is turned off.
My preset positions recall but my profile
does not.
The vehicle is in motion.
My profile recalls but my preset positions
do not. The preset positions are the same as the
Guest or previously active profile.
Unlink and relink your keyfob in the
Personal Profiles menu. You may need to
see your authorized dealer.
I lost a keyfob.
Keyfobs had been erased and reprogramed.
This could happen if you let dealership add
a new keyfob to replace lost one.
I lost all profiles.
Master Reset had been performed without
your acknowledgement.
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Peace of Mind
•
Back-up alarm*.
• Bed hooks*.
• Bumper and hitch-mounted parking
sensors*.
• Keyless entry keypad.
• Protective seat covers*.
• Remote start.
• Roadside assistance kits.
• Tool or cargo boxes*.
• Vehicle security systems.
• Wheel locks.
• Wheel well liners. Footnote
*Ford Licensed Accessory. The accessory
manufacturer designs, develops and
therefore warrants Ford Licensed
Accessories, and does not design or test
these accessories to Ford Motor
Company engineering requirements.
Contact an authorized Ford dealer for the
manufacturer's limited warranty details,
and request a copy of the Ford Licensed
Accessories product limited warranty
from the accessory manufacturer.
For maximum vehicle performance, keep
the following information in mind when
adding accessories or equipment to your
vehicle:
• When adding accessories, equipment,
passengers and luggage to your
vehicle, do not exceed the total weight
capacity of the vehicle or of the front
or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as
indicated on the Safety Compliance
Certification label). Ask an authorized
dealer for specific weight information.
• The Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) and Canadian
Radio Telecommunications
Commission (CRTC) regulate the use
of mobile communications systems
that are equipped with radio
transmitters, for example two-way
radios, telephones and theft alarms.
Any such equipment installed in your
vehicle should comply with Federal
Communications Commission (FCC)
and Canadian Radio
Telecommunications Commission
(CRTC) regulations and should be
installed only by an authorized dealer.
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In California (U.S. Only)............................329
Information Display Control.......................87
Information Displays....................................113
General Information........................................... 113
Information Messages
................................125
4WD........................................................................\
.. 141
Active Park............................................................ 126
Adaptive Cruise Control................................... 126
AdvanceTrac and Traction Control...............127
Airbag....................................................................... 127
Alarm and Security............................................. 127
Battery and Charging System........................ 128
Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System.................................................... 128
Diesel Messages.................................................. 129
Doors and Locks.................................................. 132
Driver Alert............................................................. 132
Drivetrain................................................................ 132
Engine...................................................................... 133
Fuel........................................................................\
... 133
Keys and Intelligent Access............................ 133
Lane Keeping System....................................... 134
Maintenance......................................................... 134
MyKey...................................................................... 135
Off Road................................................................. 136
Park Aid.................................................................. 136
Park Brake.............................................................. 137
Power Steering..................................................... 137
Pre-Collision Assist............................................ 138
Pro Trailer Backup Assist................................. 138
Remote Start........................................................ 139
Seats....................................................................... 139
Side-Wind............................................................. 139
Starting System ................................................. 140
Tire Pressure Monitoring System.................140
Trailer...................................................................... 140
Installing Child Restraints............................19 Child Seats............................................................... 19
Combining Seatbelt and LATCH Lower Anchors for Attaching Child Safety
Seats.................................................................... 28
Front Seat Tether Strap Attachment (Regular Cab)................................................... 29
Rear Seat Tether Strap Attachment (Crew Cab and Super Cab)...................................... 30
Use of Inboard Lower Anchors from the Outermost Seating Positions (Center
Seating Use) .................................................... 28Using Inflatable Seatbelts (Rear Seat
Outermost Positions).................................... 24
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts (Except Front Center Position of Super Cab and Crew
Cab)..................................................................... 20
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts (Front Center Position of Super Cab and Crew
Cab)...................................................................... 22
Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH)............................................ 27
Using Tether Straps............................................. 28
Instrument Cluster.......................................105
Instrument Lighting Dimmer
.....................92
Instrument Panel Overview........................16
Interior Lamps.................................................96 Front Interior Lamps........................................... 96
Rear Interior Lamps............................................. 97
Interior Mirror
..................................................102
Automatic Dimming Mirror............................. 102
Manual Dimming Mirror................................... 102
Introduction.........................................................7
J
Jump Starting the Vehicle........................323 Connecting the Jumper Cables.................... 323
Jump Starting...................................................... 324
Preparing Your Vehicle..................................... 323
Removing the Jumper Cables....................... 324
K
Keyless Entry
.....................................................71
SECURICODEâ„¢ KEYLESS ENTRY
KEYPAD................................................................ 71
Keyless Starting
..............................................171
Ignition Modes....................................................... 171
Keys and Remote Controls.........................56
L
Lane Keeping System
................................253
Switching the System On and Off..............254
System Display................................................... 255
System Settings................................................. 254
Troubleshooting................................................. 256
Lighting Control...............................................91 Flashing the Headlamp High Beam..............92
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Parking Aids...................................................233
Principle of Operation...................................... 233
Passive Anti-Theft System.........................78 SecuriLock â„¢.......................................................... 78
PATS See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 78
Pedals................................................................88
Perchlorate.........................................................11
Personal Safety System â„¢
.........................46
How Does the Personal Safety System
Work?.................................................................. 46
Phone.................................................................511 During a Phone Call........................................... 515
Making Calls......................................................... 514
Pairing Your Cell Phone for the First Time..................................................................... 511
Phone Menu.......................................................... 512
Receiving Calls..................................................... 515
Smartphone Connectivity............................... 516
Text Messaging.................................................... 516
Post-Crash Alert System..........................325
Power Door Locks See: Locking and Unlocking............................. 68
Power Running Boards................................82
Power Seats
...................................................154
Adjusting the Lumbar Support...................... 155
Adjusting the Multi-Contour Front Seats With Active Motion ....................................... 155
Power Steering Fluid Check....................359
Power Windows
.............................................98
Accessory Delay................................................... 99
Bounce-Back......................................................... 98
One-Touch Up or Down.................................... 98
Window Lock......................................................... 99
Pre-Collision Assist.....................................265 Adjusting the Pre-Collision Assist
Settings............................................................. 267
Blocked Sensors................................................. 267
Distance Indication and Alert....................... 266
Using the Pre-Collision Assist System.............................................................. 265
Protecting the Environment........................15
Puncture See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 405R
Rear Axle
..........................................................221
Rear Parking Aid...........................................233 Obstacle Distance Indicator.......................... 234
Rear Seat Armrest.........................................161
Rear Seats
.......................................................158
Folding Up the Rear Seat Cushion ..............158
Returning the Seat to the Seating
Position............................................................. 158
Rear View Camera.......................................238 Camera guidelines............................................ 240
Manual Zoom....................................................... 241
Obstacle Distance Indicator........................... 241
Rear Camera Delay............................................ 241
Using the Rear View Camera System........239
Rear View Camera See: Rear View Camera................................... 238
Recommended Towing Weights...........292 Calculating the Maximum Loaded Trailer
Weight for Your Vehicle.............................. 304
Refueling.........................................................190 Refueling System Overview........................... 190
Refueling System Warning.............................. 192
Refueling Your Vehicle....................................... 191
Remote Control
..............................................56
Car Finder............................................................... 60
Integrated Keyhead Transmitter.................... 56
Intelligent Access Key......................................... 57
Remote Start.......................................................... 61
Replacing the Battery......................................... 58
Sounding a Panic Alarm................................... 60
Remote Start
.................................................149
Automatic Settings........................................... 150
Removing the Tailgate
..................................74
Repairing Minor Paint Damage...............379
Replacement Parts Recommendation........................................12
Collision Repairs.................................................... 12
Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical Repairs.................................................................. 12
Warranty on Replacement Parts..................... 12
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control.............................................................62
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)..............................................................333
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)..............................................................333
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Traction Control............................................227
Principle of Operation....................................... 227
Trailer Reversing Aids.................................282 Principle of Operation...................................... 282
Pro Trailer Backup Assistâ„¢............................ 282
Setting Up Pro Trailer Backup Assist..........282
Troubleshooting................................................. 287
Using Pro Trailer Backup Assist................... 286
Trailer Sway Control
...................................292
Transfer Case Fluid Check.......................358
Transmission Code Designation............423
Transmission.................................................207
Transporting the Vehicle
...........................325
Type Approvals..............................................613
Radio Frequency Certification for Keys and
Remote Controls........................................... 623
Radio Frequency Certifications for Blind Spot Information System........................... 621
Radio Frequency Certifications for Body Control Module.............................................. 623
Radio Frequency Certifications for Cruise Control Module.............................................. 623
Radio Frequency Certifications for Mid Range Radar.................................................... 615
Radio Frequency Certifications for Passive Anti-Theft System........................................ 616
Radio Frequency Certifications for Radio Transceiver Module...................................... 619
Radio Frequency Certifications for SYNC 3........................................................................\
... 622
Radio Frequency Certifications for Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensor(s)................613
Radio Frequency Certifications for Wireless Charging........................................................... 622
Radio Frequency Statement for Audio Unit..................................................................... 623
U
Under Hood Overview - 2.7L EcoBoostâ„¢.................................................346
Under Hood Overview - 3.0L V6, Diesel.............................................................347
Under Hood Overview - 3.3L Duratec - V6...................................................................348
Under Hood Overview - 3.5L Ecoboostâ„¢.................................................349 Under Hood Overview - 5.0L Modular -
V8...................................................................349
Unique Driving Characteristics
.................181
Universal Garage Door Opener...............162 HomeLink Wireless Control System............162
USB Port
.........................................................462
Using Adaptive Cruise Control................245 Automatic Cancellation.................................. 248
Blocked Sensor.................................................. 250
Canceling the Set Speed................................ 248
Changing the Set Speed................................. 248
Detection Issues................................................. 249
Following a Vehicle........................................... 246
Following a Vehicle to a Complete Stop.................................................................... 247
Hilly Condition and Trailer Tow Usage................................................................ 249
Overriding the Set Speed............................... 248
Park Brake Application.................................... 248
Resuming the Set Speed................................ 248
Setting the Adaptive Cruise Speed............246
Setting the Adaptive Cruise Speed When Your Vehicle is Stationary.......................... 246
Setting the Gap Distance................................ 247
Switching Adaptive Cruise Control Off...................................................................... 249
Switching Adaptive Cruise Control On....................................................................... 245
Switching to Normal Cruise Control............251
System Not Available...................................... 250
Using Cruise Control...................................244 Switching Cruise Control Off......................... 244
Switching Cruise Control On......................... 244
Using Four-Wheel Drive.............................213 4WD Indicator Lights......................................... 213
Driving Off-Road With Truck and Utility Vehicles.............................................................. 217
How Your Vehicle Differs From Other Vehicles............................................................. 216
Using the 2-Speed Automatic 4WD System............................................................... 214
Using the Electronic Shift on the Fly 4WD system................................................................ 213
Using Hill Descent Control
........................231
Hill descent modes............................................ 231
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems..........................................................66
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