remote control FORD FLEX 2014 1.G Owner's Manual

The key will start your vehicle’s engine and will operate the remote entry
system (if the new key is an integrated keyhead transmitter) if it has
been successfully programmed.
Wait 20 seconds and repeat Steps 1 through 8 if the key was not
successfully programmed. Take your vehicle to your authorized dealer to
have the new key programmed if you are still unsuccessful.
Wait 20 seconds and then repeat this procedure from Step 1 to program
an additional key.
Programming a Spare Intelligent Access Key (If Equipped)
Note:A maximum of four intelligent access keys can be programmed to
your vehicle. You must take your vehicle and all access keys to your
authorized dealer to be erased and reprogrammed if you would like to
replace a previously programmed access key with a new access key, or if
you already have four access keys programmed to your vehicle.
You must have two previously programmed intelligent access keys inside
your vehicle and the new unprogrammed intelligent access keys readily
accessible. See your authorized dealer to have the spare key
programmed if two previously programmed keys are not available.
Make sure that your vehicle is off before beginning this procedure. Make
sure that all doors are closed before beginning and that they remain
closed throughout the procedure. Perform all steps within 30 seconds of
starting the sequence. Stop and wait for at least one minute before
starting again if any steps are performed out of sequence.
Read and understand the entire procedure before you begin.
1. Place the new unprogrammed
intelligent access key in the backup
slot inside the center console. The
key ring must be at the rear with the
buttons facing toward the right-hand
side.
2. Press the driver or passenger
power door unlock control three
times.
3. Press and release the brake pedal one time.
4. Press the driver or passenger power door lock control three times.
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5. Press and release the brake pedal one time. The indicator on the
START/STOPbutton should begin to rapidly flash, indicating the
programming mode has been entered and two programmed intelligent
access keys have been detected in your vehicle.
6. Press theSTART/STOPbutton within one minute. A message will
appear in the information display indicating that the new intelligent
access key was programmed.
7. Remove the intelligent access key from the center console pocket and
press the unlock button on the newly programmed intelligent access key
to exit programming mode.
8. Verify that the remote entry functions operate (press lock then
unlock, making sure you end in unlock) and that your vehicle starts with
new intelligent access key.
ANTI-THEFT ALARM (IF EQUIPPED)
The system will warn you of unauthorized entry to your vehicle.
The turn signal lamps will flash and sound the horn up to a total of
10 times when:
•any door, the hood or the luggage compartment is opened without
using the keypad, the remote control or the intelligent access
transmitter (if equipped)
•the ignition is turned on with an invalid key.
Take all keys and remote controls to an authorized dealer if there is any
potential alarm problem with your vehicle.
Arming the Alarm
The system is ready to arm whenever the ignition is off. Lock the vehicle
to arm the alarm.
The turn signal lamps will flash once after locking the vehicle to indicate
the alarm is in the pre-armed mode. It will become fully armed in
20 seconds.
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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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INTERIOR LAMPS
Front map lamps
The map lamps are located on the
overhead console. Press the lens of
each map lamp to turn on the lamps.
The map lamps also turn on when:
•any door is opened.
•the instrument panel dimmer switch is rotated up, past the detent,
until the courtesy lamps come on.
•the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is off.
Rear dome/reading lamps
Your vehicle may have reading lamps
within the rear dome lamp(s). Press
the switches on either side of the
dome lamp to turn the lamps on.
Rear map lamps
Your vehicle may have second row
lamps located within the grab
handles. Press the detent on the
lens to turn the lamps on.
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Settings
Display Language Select your applicable language
Units Distance Miles and Gallons or km/L
or L/100km
Temperature Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius
(°C)
Convenience Autolamp
DelayOff or number of seconds
Compass Display
Calibrate (if
equipped)Hold OK to Calibrate
Zone (1–15)
DTE
CalculationNormal or Towing
Easy Entry/Exit — check enabled / uncheck disabled
Locks Autolock
Autounlock
Remote
UnlockAll Doors or Driver First
Oil life Reset Set XXX%
Power
LiftgateSwitch Enabled or Disabled
Remote Start Climate
ControlSeats and
Wheel or
Seats onlyAuto or Last
Setting
Duration (5, 10 or 15 minutes)
System
Windows Remote Open
Wipers Courtesy Wipe
Rain Sensing
Reverse Wiper
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Settings
Vehicle DTE Calculation Normal / Towing
Easy Entry/Exit — check enabled / uncheck
disabled
Lighting Autolamp Delay Off or number
of seconds
Locks Autolock On / Off
Autounlock On / Off
Remote
UnlockingAll doors /
Driver’s door
Oil Life Reset Set to XXX %
Power Liftgate Enable / Disable
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 Seats onlyAuto / Off
Duration 5 / 10
/15 minutes
System Enable /
Disable
Windows Remote Open or Remote Close
WipersCourtesy Wipe On / Off
Rain Sensing On / Off
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REMOTE START CLIMATE OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)
The climate control system adjusts the cabin temperature during remote
start.
You cannot adjust the system during remote start operation. Turn the
ignition on to return the system to its previous settings. You can now
make adjustments. You will need to turn certain vehicle-dependent
features back on, such as:
•heated seats
•cooled seats
•heated steering wheel
•heated mirrors
•heated rear window.
You can adjust the settings using the information display controls. See
theInformation Displayschapter.
Manual Climate Systems
In hot weather, the climate control system is set to MAX A/C.
In moderate weather, the system either heats or cools (based on
previous settings). The rear defroster and heated mirrors are not
automatically turned on.
In cold weather, maximum heat is provided in floor/defrost mode.
The rear defroster and heated mirrors are automatically turned on.
Automatic Climate Systems
In hot weather, the system is set to 72°F (22°C). Cooled seats are set to
high (if available and selected to AUTO in the information display).
In moderate weather, the system either heats or cools (based on
previous settings). The rear defroster, heated mirrors and heated/cooled
seats are not automatically turned on.
In cold weather, the system is set to 72°F (22°C). The heated seats and
heated steering wheel are set to high (if available, and selected to AUTO
in the information display). The rear defroster and heated mirrors are
automatically turned on.
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Recalling a memory position
You can recall a programmed memory position:
•in any gearshift position if the ignition is not on.
•only in positionPorNif the ignition is on.
Press the desired memory control to recall a memory position.
Recalling memory positions with the remote control
You can recall the memory positions when you press unlock on your
remote control (if the transmitter is programmed to a memory position)
or, when you enter a valid personal entry code that is programmed to a
memory position. If you enable the easy entry feature, the seat will first
move to the easy entry position. The seat will move to the final position
when the key is in the ignition or when the push button start system (if
equipped) is put in accessory mode or started.
To program the memory feature to a remote control, see theKeys and
Remote Controlchapter.
Easy Entry and Exit Feature (If Equipped)
This feature can move the seat rearward and the steering column up and
forward to allow extra room to exit the vehicle.
This occurs when:
•the transmission selector lever is in positionNorP
•the key is removed from the ignition or the push button start system
is switched off.
The seat and steering wheel will move to their original positions when:
•the transmission selector lever is in positionNorP
•the key is placed in the ignition or when the push button start system
is put in accessory mode or started.
Turn the easy entry feature off or on through the information display.
See theInformation Displayschapter.
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Moving the seats backward and forward
(six–passenger vehicles only)
Lift the control to adjust the seat
forward or backward.
Power fold and tumble seat
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.
This feature is available for the right-hand seat on seven-passenger
vehicles and on both sides for six-passenger vehicles.
Press the control located at the
back of the rear door opening one
time to fold the seat back down.
Tumble the seat forward for access
to the third row.
Note:When the ignition is in turned off, the power fold feature will
work until the battery saver will turns it off after 10 minutes. You can
reactivate the power seats by pressing the unlock button on the remote
entry key fob or by using the unlock procedure on the keyless entry
keypad. See theLockschapter. Keep the key in the accessory or run
position to prevent the feature from timing out.
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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.
Programming
Note:Put a new battery in the hand-held transmitter. This will ensure
quicker training and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal.
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