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INTERIOR MIRROR
The interior rear view mirror has two pivot points on the support arm
which lets you adjust the mirror up or down and from side to side.
WARNING:Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in
motion.
Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror (if equipped)
The interior rear view mirror has an auto-dimming function. The
electronic day/night mirror will change from the normal (high reflective)
state to the non-glare (darkened) state when bright lights (glare) reach
the mirror. When the mirror detects bright light from behind the vehicle,
it will automatically adjust (darken) to minimize glare.
The mirror will automatically return to the normal state whenever the
vehicle is placed in R (Reverse) to ensure a bright clear view when
backing up.
Do not block the sensors on the front and back of the interior rear
view mirror since this may impair proper mirror performance.
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.
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EXTERIOR MIRRORS
Power side view mirrors
WARNING:Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in
motion.
To adjust your mirrors:
1. Press the left or right mirror
button to select the mirror to be
adjusted. An indicator light on the
button will illuminate.
2. Use the control below the mirror
buttons to adjust the position of the
mirror.
3. Press the mirror button again to
deselect the mirror. The indicator
light will turn off.
Memory feature (if equipped)
The power side view mirror 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.
Refer toMemory featurein 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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Fold-away mirrors
Fold the side mirrors in carefully before driving through a narrow space,
like an automatic car wash.
Powerfold mirrors (if equipped)
You can fold the side mirrors
simultaneously using the power
mirror button. Press the button to
fold the mirrors in or out. Powerfold
the side mirrors in carefully when
driving through a narrow space, like
an automatic car wash.
The powerfold mirrors may be moved inward/outward manually.
However, if a mirror is moved manually, it will need to be reset. A mirror
which has not been reset may appear to be loose. To reset: momentarily
press the button to fold the mirrors in. An audible “click” will be heard
indicating re-synchronization. If the click is not heard, use the switch to
fold the mirrors out, then in, until the click is heard. After that, the
mirrors will operate normally until they are again moved manually.
Note:10 or more switch activations within one minute, or repeated
folding/unfolding of the mirrors while holding the button down during
full travel, may cause the system to disable the fold/unfold function to
protect motors from overheating. Should this occur, wait approximately
three minutes with the vehicle running and up to 10 minutes with the
vehicle off, for the system to reset and for function to return to normal.
Signal indicator mirrors (if equipped)
When the turn signal is activated, the outer portion of the appropriate
mirror housing will blink. This provides an additional warning to other
drivers that your vehicle is about to turn.
Blind spot mirrors (if equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with blind spot mirrors or a blind spot
information system. Refer toBlind spot mirrorsorBlind spot
information system (BLIS) with cross traffic alert (CTA)in the
Drivingchapter.
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Car finder
Press
twice within three seconds. The horn will chirp and the turn
lamps will flash. It is recommended that this method be used to locate
your vehicle, rather than using the panic alarm.
Sounding a panic alarm
Press
to activate the alarm. Press again or turn the ignition to on to
deactivate.
Note:The panic alarm will only operate when the ignition is off.
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. Liftgate open/close can be reversed by pressing
twice
within three seconds.
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 and mirrors) (if equipped)
The integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT) or intelligent access key (IA
key) allows you to recall the memory seat and power mirrors feature.
Press
to automatically move the seat and power mirrors 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 ignition is switched out of off (if
easy entry feature is enabled).
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Programming the memory feature to the transmitter
To activate this feature:
1. Move the driver seat and power mirrors to the desired positions using
the associated controls.
2. Press and hold button 1 for five
seconds. A tone will be heard after
about 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
.
4. Wait 10 seconds, then press
.
5. Repeat this procedure for
memory 2 and another transmitter if
desired.
Deprogramming the memory feature from the transmitter
To deactivate this feature:
1. Press and hold either the 1 or 2 button 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 each additional transmitter if desired.
Memory profiles
The memory feature also coordinates with user-created profile settings
utilizing the infotainment touchscreen system (if equipped). See the
Creating a user profilesection in theMyFord Touch™supplement for
more information.
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SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
You can use the keyless entry
keypad to:
•lock or unlock the doors without
using a key.
•recall memory seat/power mirrors
positions (if equipped).
•enable/disable autolock and
autounlock.
•program/erase user codes.
•arm/disarm the perimeter alarm
system.
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 five of
your own 5-digit personal entry codes.
When pressing the controls on the keypad, press the middle of the
controls to ensure a good activation.
Programming a personal entry code and keypad association to
memory feature
To create your own personal entry code:
1. Enter the factory set code.
2. Within five seconds press 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.
Note:Pressing 5•6, 7•8, or 9•0 keypad numbers as a sixth digit
will not recall a driver memory setting.
Note:The factory-set code cannot be associated with a memory setting.
5. The doors will lock then unlock to confirm that your personal entry
code has been programmed to the module.
You may also program a personal entry code through the MyFord
Touch™ / MyLincoln Touch™ system (if equipped). Refer to theMyFord
Touch™ / MyLincoln Touch™supplement.
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To install a filter:
1. First, position the filter in its
housing making sure that the far
forward end is all the way up in the
housing.
2. Push in on the center of the
outside edge of the filter and rotate
up into the housing until it clips into
position.
Memory feature (if equipped)
This system allows automatic
positioning of the driver seat, power
mirrors and power adjustable foot
pedals (if equipped) to three
programmable positions.
The memory seat control is located
on the driver’s door.
•To program position 1, move the
driver seat and mirrors to the
desired position using the
associated controls. Press and hold button 1 for at least two seconds.
A chime will sound confirming that a memory position has been set.
•To program position 2 and 3, repeat the previous procedure using the
respective buttons.
A memory seat position may be programmed at any time.
To program the memory feature to a remote entry transmitter, refer to
Remote entry systemin theLocks and Securitychapter.
A programmed memory position can be recalled:
•in any gearshift position if the ignition isnoton.
•only in P (Park) or N (Neutral) if the ignition is on.
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The memory positions are also recalled when you press your remote
entry transmitter
(unlock) 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. 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 ignition is activated (if
easy entry feature is enabled).
Memory profiles
The memory feature also coordinates with user-created profile settings
utilizing the infotainment touchscreen system (if equipped). See the
Creating a user profilesection in theMyFord Touchsupplement for
more information.
Easy entry/exit feature (if equipped)
This feature automatically moves the driver’s seat rearward 2 in. (5 cm)
when:
•the transmission is in N (Neutral) or P (Park)
•the key is removed from the ignition cylinder or the push button start
system (if equipped) is switched off (refer toPush button start
systemin theDrivingchapter).
The seat will move to the original position when:
•the transmission is in N (Neutral) or P (Park)
•the key is placed in the ignition cylinder or when the push button
start system (if equipped) is put in accessory mode (refer toPush
button start systemin theDrivingchapter).
The easy entry feature can be turned off or on through the vehicle
message center. Refer toMessage centerin theInstrument Cluster
chapter.
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