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POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT
WARNING:Always use
floor mats that are designed
to fit the foot well of your vehicle.
Only use floor mats that leave the
pedal area unobstructed. Only use
floor mats that are firmly secured
to retention posts so that they
cannot slip out of position and
interfere with the pedals or impair
safe operation of your vehicle in
other ways.
•Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and
increase the risk of serious personal injury.
•Always make sure that the floor mats are properly attached to the
retention posts in the carpet that are supplied with your vehicle.
Floor mats must be properly secured to both retention posts to
ensure mats do not shift out of position.
•Never place floor mats or any other covering in the vehicle foot well
that cannot be properly secured to prevent them from moving and
interfering with the pedals or the ability to control the vehicle.
•Never place floor mats or any other covering on top of already
installed floor mats. Floor mats should always rest on top of vehicle
carpeting surface and not another floor mat or other covering.
Additional floor mats or any other covering will reduce the pedal
clearance and potentially interfere with pedal operation.
•Check attachment of floor mats on a regular basis. Always properly
reinstall and secure floor mats that have been removed for cleaning
or replacement.
•Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver foot well
while the vehicle is moving. Objects that are loose can become
trapped under the pedals causing a loss of vehicle control.
•Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or attachment
instructions can potentially cause interference with pedal operation
causing loss of control of vehicle.
•To install floor mats, position the floor mat so that the eyelet is over
the retention post and press down to lock in.
•To remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure.
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TRUNK RELEASE
To open the trunk from inside
the vehicle:
Press the trunk release button
located on the instrument panel
near the radio.
To open the trunk with the
outside release button (vehicles
equipped with intelligent access
key):
1. Unlock the trunk with the
transmitter or power door lock
control. If the intelligent access
transmitter is within 3 feet
(1 meter) of the trunk, the trunk
will unlock when you press the
release button.
2. Press the release button located near the license plate.
CARGO AREA FEATURES
Cargo net (if equipped)
The cargo net secures lightweight
objects in the cargo area. Attach the
net to the anchors provided. Do not
put more than 50 lb (22 kg) in the
net.
WARNING:The cargo net
is not designed to restrain
objects during a collision or heavy
braking.
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KEYS
Integrated keyhead transmitters (IKTs) (if equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with
two integrated keyhead transmitters
(IKTs). The key blade is used to
start the vehicle and unlock/lock the
driver’s door from outside the
vehicle. The transmitter portion
functions as the remote entry
transmitter.
Your IKTs are programmed to your
vehicle; using a non-programmed
key will not permit your vehicle to
start. If you lose one or both of your
IKTs, replacements are available
through your authorized dealer.
Standard SecuriLockkeys without
remote entry transmitter
functionality can also be purchased from your authorized dealer if
desired.
Always carry a spare key with you in case of an emergency.
For more information regarding programming replacement IKTs, refer to
theSecuriLockpassive anti-theft systemsection later in this chapter.
Note:Your vehicle’s IKTs were
issued with a security label that
provides important vehicle key cut
information. It is recommended that
you keep the label in a safe place
for future reference.
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Intelligent Access Key (IA key) (if equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with
two intelligent access keys which
operate the power locks and the
remote entry system. You have to
have the IA key in the vehicle to
activate the push button start
system.
The IA key also contains a
removable mechanical key blade
that can be used to unlock the
driver door. To release the
mechanical key blade, press the
release button on the back of the
transmitter and slide the blade out.
Your IA keys are programmed to
your vehicle. You cannot enter or
start your vehicle with an
unprogrammed key. If you lose one
or both of your IA keys,
replacements are available from
your authorized dealer. For more
information on programming
replacement IA keys, refer to the
SecuriLockpassive anti-theft systemsection in this chapter.
Note:Your vehicle’s IA back-up
keys were issued with a security tag
that provides important vehicle key
cut information. It is recommended
that you keep the tag in a safe place
for future reference.
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MYKEY
The MyKeyfeature allows you to program a restricted driving mode to
promote good driving habits. All but one of the keys programmed to the
vehicle can be activated as a MyKey. The key will remain restricted
until MyKeyis cleared. Any remaining keys are referred to as an
“administrator key” or admin key. The admin key can be used to create a
MyKey, program optional MyKeysettings, and clear the MyKey
feature. When the MyKeyfeature is enabled the user can use system
check in the message center to see how many MyKeysand admin keys
are programmed to the vehicle, and see the total distance the vehicle has
been driven with the MyKeyactive.
MyKeyrestricted features
Standard settings – these settings cannot be changed
•Belt-Minder cannot be disabled. The audio system will be muted
whenever Belt-Minderis activated until the safety belts are buckled.
Refer to theSeating and Safety Restraintschapter for a detailed
description of Belt-Minderoperation.
•Low fuel warnings are displayed in the message center followed by a
chime when the distance to empty value reaches 75 miles (120 km).
•The following systems, if equipped, cannot be turned off: reverse
sensing system, blind spot information system (BLIS) with cross
traffic alert and collision warning system.
Optional settings – these settings can be changed
•Vehicle speed is limited to 80 mph (130 km/h). Visual warnings are
displayed followed by a chime when the vehicle speed has reached
80 mph (130 km/h).
•Visual warnings are displayed followed by a chime when a preselected
vehicle speed of 45, 55 or 65 mph (75, 90, or 105 km/h) is exceeded.
•The maximum volume of the audio system is limited to 45%. MYKEY
VOLUME LIMITED will be displayed in the audio system display when
attempting to exceed the limited volume.
•The AdvanceTracsystem cannot be turned off. When this optional
setting is on, the MyKeyuser will not be able to deactivate the
system.Note:It may be beneficial to deactivate the AdvanceTrac
system if the vehicle is stuck in snow, mud or sand.
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Create a MyKey
To program MyKeyon one of the keys programmed to the vehicle,
insert the key that you want to make a MyKeyinto the ignition. For
vehicles equipped with push button start, put the intelligent access key
in the backup slot; see theDrivingchapter for the location of the
backup slot. Turn the ignition on. Use the message center buttons to do
the following:
1. Press SETUP until PRESS RESET TO CREATE MYKEY is displayed.
2. Press and release the RESET button. HOLD RESET TO CONFIRM
MYKEY will be displayed.
3. Press and hold the RESET button for two seconds until MARK THIS
AS RESTRICTED is displayed.
4. Wait until KEY RESTRICTED AT NEXT START is displayed.
MyKeyis successfully programmed. Make sure you label it so you can
distinguish it from the admin keys.Note:To program the optional
settings go to Step 2 in theProgramming MyKeyOptional Settings
section. If your vehicle is equipped with remote start, see theUsing
MyKeywith Remote Start Systemssection.
Note:The MyKeycan be cleared within the same key cycle that it was
created, otherwise a standard key (administrator key) is required to
clear the MyKeyprogramming. To clear all MyKeysgo to Step 2 in the
Clear MyKeysection.
Programming MyKeyOptional Settings
Turn the ignition on using an admin key. To program the optional
settings, use the message center buttons to do the following:
1. Press SETUP until RESET FOR MYKEY SETTINGS is displayed.
2. Press and release the RESET button to display MyKey setup menus.
The first menu shown is:
MYKEY MAX MPH <80 MPH> OFF
3. If you don’t want to change the maximum speed setting, press the
SETUP button to display the next menu. The remaining menus appear as
follows with the default settings shown:
MYKEY MPH TONES 45 55 65
MYKEY VOLUME LIMIT OFF
MYKEY ADVTRAC CTRL ON .
4. On any of the menus press RESET to highlight your choice with the
<…>.
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5. Press SETUP to enter your choice. The next optional setting will be
displayed.
6. Repeat Steps 4 and 5 until you are done changing the optional
settings.
Clear MyKey
To reset all MyKeysas admin keys, do the following:
1. Turn the vehicle on using the admin key.
2. Press SETUP until PRESS RESET TO CLEAR MYKEY is displayed.
3. Press and release the RESET button. HOLD RESET TO CONFIRM
CLEAR is displayed.
4. Press and hold the RESET button for two seconds until ALL MYKEYS
CLEARED is displayed.
Check MyKeysystem status
The vehicle system check will provide the status of the following MyKey
parameters:
•MYKEY MILES — This odometer only tracks mileage when a MyKey
is used. If mileage does not accumulate as expected, then the MyKey
is not being used by the intended user. The only way to reset this
odometer to zero is by clearing MyKey. If this odometer is lower than
the last time you checked, then the MyKeysystem has been recently
cleared.
•# MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED — Indicates how many MyKeysare
programmed to the vehicle. Can be used to detect deletion of a
MyKey.
•# ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED — Indicates how many admin keys
are programmed to the vehicle. Can be used to detect if an additional
spare key has been programmed to the vehicle.
Refer toMessage centerin theInstrument Clusterchapter for MyKey
system warnings displays.
Using MyKeywith remote start systems
MyKeyis not compatible with non-Ford approved aftermarket remote
start systems. If you choose to install a remote start system please see
your authorized dealer for a Ford approved remote start system.
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Vehicles equipped with traditional keys:
When using a Ford-approved remote start system, the default settings
will recognize the remote start system as an additional admin key with
its associated privileges. Owners of vehicles equipped with traditional
keys should program the remote start system as a MyKeyin addition to
the key that they have already programmed as a MyKey. To program
the remote start system as MyKey, do the following:
1. Enter the vehicle and close all doors.
2. Remote start the vehicle using a remote start fob.
3. Follow Steps 1-4 in theCreate a MyKeysection.
Vehicles equipped with an intelligent access key (push button
start)
•It is not possible to program the remote start system as a MyKeyon
vehicles equipped with intelligent access key (push button start).
Therefore, you should treat the remote start fob as you would any
other admin key. When the vehicle is started using remote start, the
system will stall the engine when you either enter the vehicle or shift
the vehicle into gear. Prior to the engine stall, the vehicle will have
administrative privileges. When you restart the engine, the vehicle will
identify the user as an admin or MyKeydriver depending on the
settings of the actual key used to start the vehicle.
Note:For all vehicles, the number of MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED or
ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED that is displayed in the MyKeysystem
status menus will include the remote start system as an additional key in
the total count. See theCheck MyKeysystem statussection.
Note:For all vehicles with remote start installed, it is possible to
program all ’real’ keys as MyKeys, in which case, you will need to use
your remote start system to reset all MyKeysas admin keys by doing
the following:
1. Enter the vehicle, close all doors.
2. Remote start the vehicle using your remote start fob.
3. Follow Steps 1-4 in theClear MyKeysection.
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Troubleshooting
Condition Potential Causes
Can’t create a MyKey•Key in the ignition is already a
MyKey.
•Key in the ignition is the last
remaining admin key (there always
has to be at least one admin key).
•Intelligent access key (if equipped)
not in the backup slot — for vehicles
with push button start.
•SecuriLockPassive Anti-Theft
System is disabled or in unlimited
mode.
•Vehicle has been started using a
remote start system that is
programmed as MyKey. Refer to
Using MyKeywith remote start
systemssection.
Cannot program the MyKey
optional settings•Key in the ignition is a MyKey
•No MyKeysare programmed to the
vehicle. Refer toCreate a MyKey
section.
•Vehicle has been started using a
remote start system that is
programmed as a MyKey. Refer to
Using MyKeywith remote start
systemssection.
Cannot clear MyKey•Key in the ignition is a MyKey
•No MyKeysare programmed to the
vehicle. Refer toCreate a MyKey
section.
•Vehicle has been started using a
remote start system that is
programmed as a MyKey. Refer to
MyKeywith remote start systems
section.
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Condition Potential Causes
Lost the only admin key•Purchase a new key from your
authorized dealer.
Lost any key•For programming spare keys, refer
to theProgramming spare keys
section in this chapter.
I accidentally programmed all
keys as MyKeys•Vehicle has a remote start system
that is recognized as an admin key.
Refer to theUsing MyKeywith
remote start systemssection to reset
all MyKeysas admin keys.
No MyKeyfunction with
intelligent access key (push
button start) (if equipped)•An admin key is present at vehicle
start
•No MyKeysare programmed to the
vehicle. Refer toCreate a MyKey
section
MyKeyprogrammed total
includes one additional key•Unknown key has been programmed
to the vehicle as a MyKey.
•Vehicle is equipped with a remote
start system. Refer toUsing MyKey
with remote start systemssection.
Admin keys programmed total
includes one additional key•Unknown key has been programmed
to the vehicle as admin key.
•Vehicle is equipped with a remote
start system. Refer toUsing MyKey
with remote start systemssection.
MyKeymiles do not
accumulate•MyKeyis not being used by the
intended user.
•MyKeysystem has been recently
cleared.
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