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For further information on the Navigation system/SYNCsystem, refer to
theNavigation SystemandSYNCsupplements.
UPFITTER CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)
Your vehicle may be equipped with
the Upfitter option package which
will provide four switches, mounted
in the center of the instrument
panel, labeled AUX 1, AUX 2, AUX 3
and AUX 4. These switches will only
operate while the ignition is in the
on position, whether the engine is
running or not. It is, however, recommended that the engine remain
running to maintain battery charge when using the Upfitter switches for
extended duration or higher current draws. (This is even more important
for vehicles with diesel engines since the glow plugs are also draining
battery power when the ignition key is in the on position.)
When switched on by the operator they provide 8 amps, 12 amps or
20 amps of electrical battery power for a variety of personal or
commercial uses.
If your vehicle is equipped with this option, there will also be a relay box
located on the driver side end of the instrument panel. See your
authorized dealer for service.
The relays are coded as shown in
the accompanying illustration.
RELAY
1 RELAY
2 RELAY
3 RELAY
4
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If you do not know if your garage
door opener is a rolling code or
fixed code device, open your garage
door opener’s remote control battery
cover. If a panel of DIP switches is
present your garage door opener is
a fixed code device. If not, your
garage door opener is a rolling code
device.
Note:Programming the Car2Usystem to a community gate will require
a unique set of instructions depending on the gate system model.
Contact the Car2Uhelp line at 1-866-572-2728 to program your Car2U
system.
Note:Accidentally entering the program mode may override previously
programmed buttons. This can happen by pressing and releasing the
outer two buttons, or all three buttons, simultaneously. If this happens,
do not press any button until the module times out after approximately
2.5 seconds and resets to normal mode. When time-out occurs, all three
LEDs will flash rapidly for a few seconds then turn off. Any settings
should remain as previously set.
Rolling code programming
Note:If you do not follow the time-sensitive instructions, the device will
time out and you will have to repeat the complete procedure.
Note:It may be helpful to have another person assist you in
programming the transmitter.
1. Switch the ignition on.
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Fixed code programming
Note:It may be helpful to have another person assist you in
programming the transmitter.
To program units with fixed code
DIP switches, you will need the
garage door hand-held transmitter,
paper and a pen or pencil.
1. Switch the ignition on.
2. Open the battery cover and note
all the switch settings from left to right.
When the switch is in the up, on, or + position, mark down “left button”.
When the switch is in the middle, neutral, or 0 position, mark down
“middle button”.
When the switch is in the down, off, or – position, mark down “right
button”.
3. Press all three function buttons
simultaneously for a few seconds
and then release. The LED lamps
will flash slowly.
Note:The following step must be
completed within 2.5 minutes.
4. Enter the corresponding DIP switch settings from left to right into the
system by pressing and releasing the buttons corresponding to the
settings you noted.
5. Simultaneously press and release all three function buttons. The LED
lamps will illuminate.
6. Press and hold the function
button you would like to use to
control the garage door.
Note:You may need to hold the
button from 5–55 seconds before
observing movement of the garage
door.

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WARNING (Continued)
•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.
TAILGATE LOCK
Your vehicle may be equipped with a
tailgate lock designed to help
prevent theft of the tailgate.
•Insert ignition key and turn to the
right to engage lock.
•Turn ignition key to the left to
unlock.
Tailgate Removal
WARNING:Always properly secure cargo to prevent shifting
cargo or cargo falling from vehicle, which could result in
compromised vehicle stability and serious personal injury to vehicle
occupants or others.
Your tailgate is removable to allow more room for loading.
Note:If equipped with a rearview camera system, do Steps 1 through 3
before removing the tailgate.
1. Before removal of the tailgate,
locate and disconnect the tailgate
in-line connector under the pickup
box on the passenger side of the
vehicle near the spare tire.
2. Install a protective cap (tethered
to the wire assembly) onto the
in-line rearview camera system
connector that remains under the
pickup box.
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MyKeyrestricted features
Standard settings – These settings cannot be changed
•
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 vehicle has only 1/8 tank of fuel.
•If equipped, any of the following: parking aid, Blind Spot Information
System (BLIS) with cross traffic alert and forward collision warning
systems cannot be turned off.
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 radio or navigation screen
(if equipped) 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.
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 with the buttons facing out of the slot; see the
Drivingchapter for the location of the backup slot.) Turn the ignition
on. Use the message center buttons to do the following:
For standard message center:
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.
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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.
The following information MAY help customers who choose to use a non
Ford-approved remote start system. The actions proved below do not
make MyKeycompatible with non Ford-approved remote start system,
but it MAY help you to retain some MyKeyfunctions.
Vehicles equipped with traditional keys
When using a non Ford-approved remote start system, the default
settings may recognize the remote start system as an additional admin
key with its associated privileges. This makes it NOT compatible with
MyKey. The following action may help you to retain some MyKey
functions:
1. Restart the engine when you insert a key into the ignition cylinder.
2. In addition to the key that you have already programmed as a
MyKey, owners of vehicles equipped with traditional keys may want to
program the non Ford-approved remote start system as a MyKeyif the
remote start fob is used by the MyKeydriver.
To program a non Ford-approved remote start system as MyKey,dothe
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 intelligent access key (push button start)
•It is not possible to program any remote start system as MyKeyon
vehicles equipped with an 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 MyKeydrive depending on the
settings of the actual key used to start the vehicle.
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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).
•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.
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.
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Condition Potential Causes
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 with (if
equipped) intelligent access
key with push button start•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.
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 started using a
non Ford-approved remote start
system (as an admin key) then a
MyKeyis inserted without recycling
the MyKeyin ignition.
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