seat memory FORD FLEX 2012 1.G Owners Manual

Dual Play:Dual play is when the rear seat passengers choose to listen
to a different playing media than the front seat passengers. With the
DVD and rear seat controls turned on, the rear seat passengers may
choose to listen to: Monitor A, Monitor B, AM, FM1, FM2 SR1, SR2, SR3
(satellite radio, if equipped), Disc, Jukebox (if equipped), or SYNC(if
equipped). While the front speakers play the chosen selection for the
front audio system, the rear seat passengers can listen to another over
the headphones. The headphone icon will appear in the display
indicating that the headphones are active.
You can access dual play mode in any of the following ways:
•If your vehicle is equipped with a touchscreen system:
a.Ensure that the vehicle ignition is turned on. Inserting a DVD into
the system will automatically activate dual play mode.
b.Press the RADIO or MEDIA hard button. Select the ‘Rear Zone’ tab
on the touchscreen and select ‘On’ for the headphones and ‘Enabled’
for the rear controls. To return to single zone, select ‘Off’ for the
headphones.
•If your vehicle is equipped with a non-touchscreen system:
a.Press the headphone/speaker (
/) button on the remote
control or DVD system. Press again on both headrest systems to
return to single play mode.
b.Press the 2 and 4 memory presets on the radio at the same time.
Press again to return to single play mode.
Note:If the front seat passengers are listening to the radio, the rear seat
passengers can also listen to the radio; however, they will be limited to
listening to the same radio channel.
•Once you have entered Dual play mode, the Channel A or Channel B
controls on the headphones are now active. Both Channel A and
Channel B can be listened to on the wired headphones (not included)
or on the infrared (IR) wireless headphones.
•On the wireless headphones, select the Channel A or Channel B
buttons on each pair of wireless headphones.
•Press MEDIA to change the audio source for the Channel A or
Channel B headphones. (This information will display on the DVD
system screen).
Note:Channel B headphones can only listen to either the DVD media,
Monitor A or the DVD system auxiliary inputs. Channel A headphones
have access to all available media sources.
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4. Press/to choose from Sharpness, Brightness, Contrast, Gamma
(Color), Hue, Saturation and Luma-Delay.
General setup — screen exit
To exit the setup screen:
1. Press
/to ’highlight’ the
“X” icon. (A disc will appear
beneath the icon signifying it is the
current selection.)
2. Press ENTER on the remote
control.
Parental control for the DVD system
Your family entertainment system (FES) allows you to have control over
the rear seat controls in a few different ways. The DVD system is
automatically activated when the vehicle ignition is on, which allows the
rear seat passengers to use the DVD system.
There are two levels of control of the FES buttons. The states are FULL
(enabled), or LOCKED (disabled). To change the level of control, press
the memory preset controls 3 and 5 simultaneously on the front audio
controls. The control level will cycle each time the buttons are pressed
simultaneously. The three states are described as:
FULL(enabled): The FES has control over the primary (speaker) and
secondary (headphone) audio sources.
LOCKED(disabled): The FES buttons are locked and all FES button
presses are ignored by the radio and the FES except for load.
When the DVD system is ON, you can then press the memory preset
controls 2 and 4 simultaneously to toggle between Single Play and Dual
Play. In Single Play mode, all speakers listen to the same media. In Dual
Play mode, rear seat passengers can use the infrared wireless, or wired
(not included) headphones to listen to a different playing media than the
front seat passengers.
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Note:A rear center passenger and/or raised rear center headrest (if
equipped) may also block the light from reaching the sensor.
Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh
abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products.
EXTERIOR MIRRORS
Power side view mirrors
WARNING:Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in
motion.
To adjust your mirrors:
1. Rotate the control clockwise to
adjust the right mirror and rotate
the control counterclockwise to
adjust the left mirror.
2. Move the control in the direction
you wish to tilt the mirror.
3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place.
Memory mirrors (if equipped)
The power side view mirror positions are saved when doing a memory
set and can be recalled along with the vehicle personality features when
a memory position is selected through the remote entry transmitter,
keyless entry keypad or memory switch on the driver’s door. Refer to
Front seatsin theSeating and Safety Restraintschapter.
Heated outside mirrors
(if equipped)
Both mirrors are heated
automatically to remove ice, mist
and fog when the rear window
defrost is activated.
Do not remove ice from the
mirrors with a scraper or
attempt to readjust the mirror
glass if it is frozen in place.
These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors.
Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh
abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products.
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POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED)
The accelerator and brake pedal
should only be adjusted when the
vehicle is stopped and the gearshift
lever is in the P (Park) position.
Press and hold the rocker control,
located toward the front of the
driver’s door, to adjust accelerator and brake pedal.
•Press the back of the control to adjust the pedals toward you.
•Press the front of the control to adjust the pedals away from you.
WARNING:Never adjust the accelerator and brake pedal with
feet on the pedals while the vehicle is moving.
Memory feature (if equipped)
The accelerator and brake pedal positions are saved when doing a
memory set function and can be recalled along with the vehicle
personality features when a memory position is selected through the
remote entry transmitter, keyless entry keypad or memory switch on the
driver’s door (if equipped with memory feature). Refer toFront seatsin
theSeating and Safety Restraintschapter.
SPEED CONTROL
With speed control set, you can maintain a set speed without keeping
your foot on the accelerator pedal.
WARNING:Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on
roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved.
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Opening the power liftgate (if equipped)
Presstwice within three seconds to fully unlatch and open the
liftgate.
WARNING:Make sure all persons are clear of the liftgate area
before using power liftgate control.
In order to fully lower and latch the liftgate, press the control twice.
If the liftgate stops mid-travel, it may have detected an obstacle. Check
to ensure the liftgate swing zone is free from obstruction and reset the
power assist by manually closing the liftgate. Normal operation can then
be resumed.
WARNING:Make sure the liftgate is closed to prevent exhaust
fumes from being drawn into the vehicle. This will also prevent
passengers and cargo from falling out. If you must drive with the
liftgate open, keep the vents open so outside air comes into the
vehicle.
Memory feature (seat, mirrors and adjustable pedals)
The integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT) allows you to recall the
memory seat/power mirrors/adjustable pedals feature.
Press
to automatically move the driver seat, power mirrors and
adjustable pedals to the desired memory position. The mirrors will move
to the programmed position and the seat will move to the easy entry
position. The seat will move to the final position when the key is in the
ignition (if easy entry feature is enabled).
Programming memory feature to the transmitter
To activate this feature:
1. Move the driver seat, power mirrors, and adjustable pedals to the
desired positions using the associated controls.
2. Press and hold button 1 for five
seconds. A tone will be heard after
two seconds confirming memory
position has been set. Continue to
hold until a second tone is heard
after five seconds.
3. Within three seconds press the
.
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4. Wait 10 seconds, then press the.
5. Repeat this procedure for memory 2 and another transmitter if
desired.
Deprogramming memory feature from the transmitter
To deactivate this feature:
1. Press and hold either the 1 or 2 button on the driver’s door for five
seconds. A tone will be heard after 1
12seconds when the memory store
is done, continue to hold until a second tone is heard after five seconds.
2. Within three seconds press the
.
3. Repeat this procedure for another transmitter if desired.
Replacing the battery
The integrated keyhead transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium
battery CR2032 or equivalent.
To replace the battery:
1. Twist a thin coin in the slot of the
IKT near the key ring in order to
remove the battery cover.
Note:Do not wipe off any grease on
the battery terminals on the back
surface of the circuit board.
2. Remove the old battery.
Note:Please refer to local
regulations when disposing of
transmitter batteries.
3. Insert the new battery. Refer to
the instructions inside the IKT for
the correct orientation of the
battery. Press the battery down to
ensure that the battery is fully
seated in the battery housing cavity.
4. Snap the battery cover back onto
the key.
Note:Replacement of the battery willnotcause the IKT to become
deprogrammed from your vehicle. The IKT should operate normally after
battery replacement.
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•If the courtesy lamps were turned on because one of the vehicle doors
or the liftgate was opened, the battery saver will shut off them off
10 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the off position.
•The battery saver will shut off the headlamps 10 minutes after the
ignition has been turned to the off position.
SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM
The keypad is invisible until touched and then it lights up so you can see
and touch the appropriate buttons.Note:If you enter your entry code
too fast on the keypad, the unlock function may not work. Re-enter your
entry code more slowly.
You can use the keyless entry
keypad to:
•lock or unlock the doors without
using a key.
•recall memory seat, power
mirrors, and adjustable pedals (if
equipped).
The keypad can be operated with
the factory set 5–digit entry code;
this code is located on the owner’s
wallet card in the glove box and is
available from your authorized
dealer. You can also create up to
three of your own 5–digit personal
entry codes.
When touching the controls on the keypad, touch the middle of the
controls.
Programming a personal entry code and keypad association to
memory seats, mirrors, and adjustable pedals (if equipped)
To create your own personal entry code:
1. Enter the factory set code.
2. Within five seconds touch the 1•2 on the keypad.
3. Enter your personal 5-digit code. Each number must be entered
within five seconds of each other.
4. For memory recall feature, enter the sixth digit 1•2 to store driver 1
settings or 3•4 to store driver 2 settings.
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Memory seat/power mirrors/adjustable pedals (if equipped)
This system allows automatic
positioning of the driver seat, power
mirrors and adjustable pedals to two
programmable positions.
The memory seat control is located
on the driver door.
•To program position one, move the driver seat, exterior mirrors and
adjustable pedals to the desired positions using the associated
controls. Press and hold control button 1 for at least two seconds. A
tone will be heard when the memory save is complete.
•To program position two, repeat the previous procedure using control
button 2.
A position can only be recalled when the transmission gearshift is in Park
(automatic transmission). A memory seat position may be programmed
at any time.
The memory seat positions are also recalled when you press your remote
entry transmitter
(unlock) control and the transmitter is
programmed to a memory seat position or when you enter a valid
customer code 1 or 2 on the keypad.
To program the memory seat to remote entry transmitter, refer to
Remote entry systemin theLocks and Security chapter..
Note:The seat will not travel to its final position if the key is not in the
ignition and the easy entry feature is enabled.
Folding down the front passenger seatback
The front passenger seatback can be
folded to a horizontal position to
make room for a long load. To fold
the seatback:
1. Move the seat as far back as
possible.
2. Press the head restraint release
button and move the head restraint
fully down.
3. Put the seatback in the most
upright position.
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The fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
1 30A Driver smart window motor
2 15A Trailer tow (TT) stop/turn lamps
3 15A Not used (spare)
4 30A DC/AC inverter
5 10A Keypad illumination, Brake
transmission shift interlock
6 20A Turn signals
7 10A Low beam headlamps (left)
8 10A Low beam headlamps (right)
9 15A Interior lights, Cargo lamps
10 15A Backlighting, Puddle lamps
11 10A All wheel drive (AWD)
12 7.5A Not used (spare)
13 5A Keypad, Mirror switch, Memory
module, DSM logic, Adjustable
pedals
14 10A Power liftgate module, Center
information display, SYNC,
Global positioning system (GPS)
module, DVD
15 10A Climate control head
16 15A Electronic finish panel, Navigation
screen
17 20A All power lock motor feeds,
Liftgate release
18 20A 2nd row power fold seats, Heated
seats
19 25A Moon roof
20 15A Data link connector, Memory seat
21 15A Fog lamps, Fog lamp indicator
22 15A Park lamps
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Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................198
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................354
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................320
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................82
J
Jack ............................................294
positioning ...............................294
storage .....................................294
Jump-starting your vehicle ......302
K
Keyless entry system
autolock ...................................125
keypad .....................................134
locking and unlocking doors ..135
programming entry code .......134
Keys ...................................119, 138
positions of the ignition .........247
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................80
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................86
daytime running light ...............82
fog lamps ...................................81
headlamps .................................80
headlamps, flash to pass ..........81
instrument panel, dimming .....82
interior lamps .....................84, 86
replacing bulbs .........................86
LATCH anchors .........................202Liftgate ..............................113, 131
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........253
Load limits .................................234
Locks
autolock ...................................125
childproof ................................128
doors ........................................125
Lubricant specifications ...........366
Lug nuts ....................................301
Lumbar support, seats .....146, 148
M
Message center ...........................18
english/metric button ...............22
system check button ................22
warning messages .....................22
Mirrors ...............................101–102
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ......................................101
heated ................................73, 102
programmable memory ..........131
side view mirrors (power) .....102
Moon roof ..................................107
Motorcraftparts ..............323, 365
MyKey ........................................120
N
Navigation system .......................66
O
Octane rating ............................347
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................330
Overdrive ...................................263
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