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Note:Touching 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.
Tips:
•Do not set a code that uses five of the same number.
•Do not use five numbers in sequential order.
•The factory set code will work even if you have set your own personal
code.
Erasing personal code
1. Enter the factory set 5–digit code.
2. Within five seconds, press the 1•2 on the keypad and release.
3. Press and hold the 1•2 for two seconds. This must be done within
five seconds of completing Step 2.
All personal codes are now erased and only the factory set 5–digit code
will work.
Anti-scan feature
If the wrong code has been entered seven times (35 consecutive button
presses), the keypad will go into an anti-scan mode. This mode disables
the keypad for one minute and the keypad lamp will flash.
The anti-scan feature will turn off after:
•one minute of keypad inactivity.
•pressing the
control on your transmitter.
•the ignition is turned on.
•the door is unlocked with a key
Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entry
To unlock the driver’s door,enter the factory set 5-digit code or your
personal code. Each number must be pressed within five seconds of each
other. The interior lamps will illuminate.Note:If the two-stage unlocking
feature is disabled, all doors will unlock; for more information regarding
two-stage unlocking, refer to theCentral unlocking/two-stage
unlockingsection earlier in this chapter.
To unlock all doors,enter the factory set code or your personal code,
then press the 3•4 control within five seconds.
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Note:If equipped with intelligent access, if the intelligent access key is
within 3 feet (1 meter) of the driver door, your keyless entry keypad
code will still function the same way, but the driver’s door will also
unlock with each keypad button press.
To open the trunk,enter the factory set code or your personal code,
then press the 5•6 control within five seconds.
To lock all doors,press and hold the 7•8 and the 9•0 at the same
time (with the driver’s door closed) for one second will lock all doors.
Yo udo notneed to enter the keypad code first.
SECURILOCKPASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM
SecuriLockpassive anti-theft system is an engine immobilization
system. This system is designed to help prevent the engine from being
started unless acoded integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT) or
intelligent access keys programmed to your vehicleis used. The
use of the wrong type of coded key may lead to a “no-start” condition.
Your vehicle comes with two coded integrated keyhead transmitters or
intelligent access keys; additional coded transmitters may be purchased
from your authorized dealer. The authorized dealer can program your
spare transmitters to your vehicle or you can program then yourself.
Refer toProgramming spare keysfor instructions on how to program
the coded key.
For integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT), the standard SecuriLock
keys without remote entry transmitter functionality can also be
purchased from your authorized dealer if desired.
Note:The SecuriLockpassive anti-theft system is not compatible with
non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may
result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection.
Note:Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are used to
purchase gasoline or similar items, or a second coded key on the same
key chain may cause vehicle starting issues. You need to prevent these
objects from touching the coded key while starting the engine. These
objects will not cause damage to the coded key, but may cause a
momentary issue if they are too close to the key when starting the
engine. If a problem occurs, turn the ignition off, remove all objects on
the key chain away from the coded key and restart the engine.
Note: Do not leave a duplicate coded key in the vehicle. Always
take your keys and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle.
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Theintegrated keyhead transmitter (IKT)functions as both a
programmed ignition key that operates all the locks and starts the
vehicle, as well as a remote keyless entry transmitter. A maximum of
eight coded keys can be programmed to your vehicle; only four of these
eight coded keys can be IKTs with remote entry functionality.
Theintelligent access keyfunctions as both a programmed key that
operates the driver door lock, activates intelligent access with push
button start systems as well as a remote keyless entry transmitter. A
maximum of four intelligent access keys can be programmed to your
vehicle.
If your programmed transmitters or standard SecuriLockcoded keys
(IKTs only) are lost or stolen and you don’t have an extra coded key, you
will need to have your vehicle towed to an authorized dealer. The key
codes need to be erased from your vehicle and new coded keys will need
to be programmed.
Replacing coded keys can be very costly. Store an extra programmed key
away from the vehicle in a safe place to help prevent any
inconveniences. Please visit an authorized dealer to purchase additional
spare or replacement keys.
Programming spare keys
Integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT)
You can program your own integrated keyhead transmitters or standard
SecuriLockcoded keys to your vehicle. This procedure will program
both the engine immobilizer keycode and the remote entry transmitter
portion of the IKT to your vehicle.Note:A maximum of eight coded
keys can be programmed to your vehicle; only four of these eight can be
IKTs with remote entry functionality.
Tips:
•Only use integrated keyhead transmitters (IKTs) or standard
SecuriLockkeys.
•You must have two previously programmed coded keys (keys that
already operate your vehicle’s engine) and the new unprogrammed
key(s) readily accessible.
•If two previously programmed coded keys are not available, you must
take your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the spare key(s)
programmed.
Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin.
1. Insert the first previously programmedcoded keyinto the ignition.
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programmed to your vehicle, you must take your vehicle and all access
keys to your authorized dealer to be erased and reprogrammed.
Ensure that the vehicle is off before beginning this procedure. Ensure
that all doors are closed before beginning this procedure and that all
doors remain closed throughout the procedure. Perform this procedure
exactly as described below, and perform all steps within 30 seconds of
starting the sequence. If any steps are performed out of sequence, stop
and wait for at least one minute before starting again.
Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin.
1. Press
on any programmed intelligent access key.
2. Place the new unprogrammed intelligent access key in the pocket
inside the center console utility compartment.
3. Press the driver or passenger power door unlock control three times.
4. Press and release the brake pedal one time.
5. Press the driver or passenger power door lock control three times.
6. Press and release the brake pedal one time. The indicator on the
Start/Stop button should begin to rapidly flash, indicating that
programming mode has been entered and two programmed intelligent
access keys have been detected in the vehicle.
7. Within one minute, press the start/stop button. A message will be
displayed on the message center indicating that the new intelligent
access key was programmed. If four intelligent access keys have already
been programmed to your vehicle, you cannot program anymore and the
message MAX # OF KEYS LEARNED will be displayed on the message
center.
8. Remove the intelligent access key from utility compartment pocket
and press
on the newly programmed intelligent access keys to exit
programming mode.
9. Verify that the remote entry functions operate (lock, unlock) and that
the vehicle starts with the new intelligent access key.
If the intelligent access key has been successfully programmed, it can be
used to activate the intelligent access with push button start feature and
can be used to start your vehicle.
Note:To program MyKeyfeatures, refer toMyKeyin this chapter.
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PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
The perimeter alarm system will help protect your vehicle from
unauthorized entry.
When the following types of unauthorized entry occur:
•any door, the hood or the trunk is opened without using the keypad or
the remote entry transmitter,
•or if the ignition is turned on when using an invalid key,
the perimeter alarm will flash the turn signal lamps and sound the horn.
Arming the system
The system is ready to arm whenever the ignition is off. To arm the
system, do one of the following:
•Press the
control on the remote entry transmitter.
Note:If you press the
control twice on the remote entry
transmitter within three seconds, the horn will chirponceto let you
know that all doors, the hood and the liftgate/trunk are closed. If any
of these are not closed, the horn will chirptwiceto warn you that
they are still open.
•Press the driver or passenger interior door lock control
while the
door is open, then close the door.
•Press and hold the 7•8 and 9•0 controls together on the keyless
entry pad to lock the doors (driver’s door must be closed).
After locking the doors using any of the methods above, the turn signal
lamps will flash once indicating that the perimeter alarm is in the
pre-armed mode and will become fully armed in 20 seconds.
Note:Pressing the power door unlock control within the 20-second,
pre-armed mode will disarm the system.
When fully armed (after the 20 sec pre-arm mode), any IA keys found
inside the vehicle are disabled/inoperable and will not start the engine.
Press
button to re-enable them.
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Disarming the system
To disarm the system, do any of the following:
•Unlock the doors by pressing unlock
on the remote entry
transmitter.
•Unlock the doors by using your keyless entry pad.
•Enter the vehicle using intelligent access (if equipped).
•Turn ignition the on with a valid key (if equipped with IKT only).
•Press the panic control
on the remote entry transmitter. The alarm
system will still be armed, but this shuts off the horn and turn lamps
when the alarm is sounding.
•If equipped with integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT), unlock the
driver’s door with a key, a chime will sound and the message center
will display TO STOP ALARM START VEHICLE when you open the
door. You will have 12 seconds to disarm the alarm system using any
of the actions above, otherwise the alarm will trigger.
•If equipped with intelligent access key, unlock the driver’s door with a
key. Turn the key toward the rear of the vehicle to make sure the
alarm disarms.
Perimeter alarm issues
If there seems to be a potential perimeter alarm system problem with
your vehicle, ensureALLkeys/remote entry transmitters are brought to
your authorized dealer to aid in troubleshooting.
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Important ventilating information
If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period of
time, open the windows at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) or adjust the heating or
air conditioning to bring in fresh air.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:Failure to follow engine block heater instructions
could result in property damage or physical injury.
WARNING:To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use
your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged
(cheater) adapters.
An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in starting
and allows the heater/defroster system to respond quickly. If your vehicle
is equipped with this system, your equipment includes a heater element
which is installed in your engine block and a wire harness which allows
the user to connect the system to a grounded 120 volt A/C electrical
source. The block heater system is most effective when outdoor
temperatures reach below 0°F (-18°C).
Prior to using the engine block heater, follow these recommendations for
proper and safe operation:
•For your safety, use an outdoor extension cord that is product
certified by Underwriter’s Laboratory (UL) or Canadian Standards
Association (CSA). Use only an extension cord that can be used
outdoors, in cold temperatures, and is clearly marked “Suitable for Use
with Outdoor Appliances.” Never use an indoor extension cord
outdoors; it could result in an electric shock or fire hazard.
•Use a 16-gauge outdoor extension cord, minimum.
•Use as short an extension cord as possible.
•Do not use multiple extension cords. Instead, use one extension cord
which is long enough to reach from the engine block heater cord to
the outlet without stretching.
•Make certain that the extension cord is in excellent condition (not
patched or spliced). Store your extension cord indoors at
temperatures above 32°F (0°C). Outdoor conditions can deteriorate
extension cords over a period of time.
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
8 10A Low beam headlamps (right)
9 15A Interior lights, Cargo lamps
10 15A Switch illumination, Puddle lamps
11 10A All- wheel drive (AWD) module
12 7.5A Intelligent access (IA) module
13 5A Memory seats, Mirrors, Keypad,
IA receiver, Driver’s door module
14 10A Navigation display, Memory seat,
SYNC, Center information
display, GPS, Driver seat
15 10A Climate control
16 15A Electronic finish panel, Ambient
lighting
17 20A Trunk release, Moon roof, Smart
windows, Lock/unlock
18 20A Rear heated seats
19 25A Audio amplifier
20 15A Diagnostic connector (OBDII),
Adjustable pedal motor
21 15A Daytime running lamps (DRL)
control
22 15A Park lamps, License plate lamps,
Auxiliary lamps
23 15A High beam headlamps
24 20A Horn
25 10A Demand lighting (battery saver)
26 10A Instrument panel cluster,
Heads-up display
27 20A Ignition switch, IA, Front wipers,
One-touch integrated start (OTIS)
28 5A Start relay/Audio mute
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