2012 FORD EXPLORER remote start

Note:For all vehicles with a non Ford-approved 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 non Ford-approved remote start
fob.
3. Follow Steps 1-4 in theClear MyKeysection.
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)
is 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
non Ford-approved remote start
system that is programmed as
MyKey. Refer toUsing 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
non Ford-approved remote start
system that is programmed as
MyKey. Refer toUsing MyKeywith
remote start systemssection.
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Condition Potential Causes
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
non Ford-approved remote start
system that is programmed as
MyKey. Refer toUsing MyKeywith
remote start systemssection.
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 non Ford-approved
remote start system that is recognized
as an admin key. Refer to theUsing
MyKeywith remote start systems
section to reset all MyKeysas admin
keys.
No MyKeyfunction•An admin intelligent access key is
present at a push-and-start vehicle.
•No MyKeysare programmed to the
vehicle. Refer toCreate a MyKey
section.
•Vehicle has been started using a
non Ford-approved remote start
system (as an admin key) then a
MyKeyis inserted without restarting
the engine.
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Condition Potential Causes
MyKeyprogrammed total
includes one additional key•Unknown key has been programmed
to the vehicle as a MyKey.
•Vehicle is equipped with a non
Ford-approved remote start system.
Refer toUsing MyKeywith 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 non
Ford-approved remote start system.
Refer toUsing MyKeywith remote
start systemssection.
MyKeydistance does not
accumulate•MyKeyis not being used by the
intended user.
•MyKeysystem has been recently
cleared.
•Vehicles has been remote started
using a non Ford-approved remote
start system (as if an admin key) then
a MyKeyis inserted without
recycling the MyKeyin ignition.
POWER DOOR LOCKS
•Press the
control to unlock all
doors.
•Press the
control to lock all
doors.
Smart unlocks for integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT)
This feature helps to prevent you from locking yourself out of the vehicle
if your key is still in the ignition.
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CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS
•When these locks are set, the
rear doors cannot be opened from
the inside.
•The rear doors can be opened
from the outside when the
childproof door locks are set, but
the doors are unlocked.
The childproof locks are located on
the rear edge of each rear door and
must be set separately for each
door. Setting the lock for one door
will not automatically set the lock
for both doors.
•Insert the key and turn to the
lock position (key horizontal) to
engage the childproof locks.
•Insert the key and turn to the
unlock position (key vertical) to disengage the childproof locks.
REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM
The integrated keyhead transmitters (IKTs) and intelligent access keys
(IA key) comply with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 of
Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
The typical operating range for your transmitter is approximately 33 feet
(10 meters) unless equipped with remote start, which allows for greater
range performance. A decrease in operating range could be caused by:
•weather conditions,
•nearby radio towers,
•structures around the vehicle, or
•other vehicles parked next to your vehicle.
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The transmitter allows you to:
•remotely unlock the vehicle doors
.
•remotely lock all the vehicle doors
.
•remotely open the power liftgate (if equipped)
.
•remotely start/stop the vehicle (if equipped)
. Refer toRemote
startlater in this section.
•activate the personal alarm
.
•arm and disarm the perimeter anti-theft system.
•operate the illuminated entry feature.
Refer toIntelligent accessin this section for more features.
The remote entry lock/unlock feature operates in any ignition position
except while the vehicle is in the start position. The panic feature
operates with the ignition off.
If there are problems with the remote entry system, make sure to take
ALL integrated keyhead transmitters or intelligent access keys
with you to the authorized dealer in order to aid in troubleshooting the
problem.
Intelligent access (if equipped)
Your intelligent access system uses a radio frequency (RF) signal to
communicate with your vehicle and authorize your vehicle to unlock
when commanded (either by touching the inside of the driver or front
passenger exterior door handle, by activating the exterior power liftgate
button, or a button on the transmitter itself). If excessive RF
interference is present in the area, or if your transmitter battery is low, it
may be necessary to mechanically unlock your door. The mechanical key
blade in your IA key can be used to open the driver’s door in this
situation (refer toIntelligent access keyin this chapter for more
information on the location and use of the mechanical key blade).
Your vehicle will allow you to unlock and enter your vehicle without
actively using a key or transmitter. You can use the intelligent access
feature at the front doors or at the liftgate. You can activate the
intelligent access feature as long as you have one of your IA keys within
range of the front doors or the liftgate.
Activating intelligent access at the front doors:If your IA key is
within 3 feet (1 meter) of the front doors you can activate your
intelligent access system by pulling a front exterior door handle. The
door(s) will automatically unlock and the door can be opened.
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To lock the doors, press and hold for half a second the lock area (black
button) on either front door handle.
Activating intelligent access at the liftgate:If your IA key is within
3 feet (1 meter) of the liftgate, you can activate your intelligent access
system by pressing the exterior liftgate release button, hidden in the
handle below the license plate. The liftgate will release and open.
Push button start:The push button start system allows you to start
your vehicle without using a key. Refer toPush button start systemin
theDrivingchapter.
Unlocking the doors/two-stage unlock
1. Pressand release to unlock the driver’s door.
Note:The interior lamps and turn signal lamps will illuminate.
2. Press
and release again within three seconds to unlock all the
doors. The turn signals will flash.
The remote entry system activates the illuminated entry feature; this
feature turns on the lamps for 25 seconds or until the ignition is turned
on.
The battery saver feature will turn off the lamps 10 minutes after the
ignition is turned off.
Two-stage unlocking may be disabled or enabled by simultaneously
pressing the
andcontrols on the transmitter for four seconds
(disabling two stage unlock allows all vehicle doors to unlock
simultaneously). The turn signal lamps will illuminate twice to indicate
that two-stage unlock was enabled or disabled. The unlocking mode will
be applied to remote entry, keyless entry and intelligent access (if
equipped).
Two-stage unlocking may also be disabled or enabled through the
message center if this is an available message center option or by your
authorized dealer. Refer toMessage centerin theInstrument Cluster
chapter.
If equipped with an IA key, when two-stage unlocking is disabled,
intelligent access at the driver’s door results in an unlock of all doors
(not just the driver door).
Locking the doors
1. Pressand release to lock all the doors. The turn signal lamps will
illuminate.
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2. Pressand release again within three seconds to confirm that all
the doors are closed.Note:The doors will lock again, the horn will chirp
and the turn lamps will illuminate if all the doors and liftgate are closed.
Note:If any door or the liftgate is not closed, or if the hood is not
closed on vehicles equipped with a perimeter alarm or remote start, the
horn will chirp twice and the lamps will not flash.
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 (if equipped)
The integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT) or intelligent access key (IA
key) allows you to recall the memory driver seat, power mirrors and
power adjustable foot pedals (if equipped) feature.
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The lights will not turn off if:
•they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or
•any door is open.
Illuminated exit
When all vehicle doors are closed, the ignition is turned off and the key
is removed from the ignition (IKT only), the interior dome lamps,
parking lamps and the puddle lamps (if equipped) will illuminate.
The lamps will turn off if all the doors remain closed and
•25 seconds elapse, or
•the key is inserted in the ignition (IKT only) or (if equipped with
intelligent access with push button start feature) the start button is
pressed.
Battery saver
The battery saver will shut off the lamps 10 minutes after the ignition
has been turned off.
•If the dome lamps were turned on using the panel dimmer control, the
battery saver will shut them off 10 minutes after the ignition has been
turned off.
•If the courtesy lamps were turned on because one of the vehicle doors
or the trunk was opened, the battery saver will shut them off
10 minutes after the ignition has been turned off.
•The battery saver will shut off the headlamps 10 minutes after the
ignition has been turned off.
Accessory mode battery saver for intelligent access keys
(if equipped)
If you shut off the engine and leave the ignition in the on or accessory
mode, the ignition will shut off after 30 minutes.
Remote start (if equipped)
The remote start feature allows you to start the engine from outside the
vehicle. If your transmitter has a
icon, you have remote start. The
remote start feature has an extended operating range which allows you
to remote start your vehicle from a farther distance from your vehicle.
All the buttons have this increased range performance capability when
equipped with remote start.
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