2015 FORD EXPLORER remote start

Reminder Messages Action / Description
Steering Lock Turn
Wheel to UnlockDisplays when you need to turn the steering
wheel in order to disengage the steering lock.
Shift to Park Displays as a reminder to shift into park if gear
shift lever is not in park and a door is opened.
Engine On Displays when the driver’s door is opened, the
vehicle is in park and the engine is on.
Remote Start Action / Description
To Drive: Turn Key to
OnDisplays as a reminder to turn the key on to
drive the vehicle after a remote start.
To Drive: Press Brake
and START ButtonDisplays as a reminder to apply the brake and
the start button to drive the vehicle after a
remote start.
Terrain Management /
Off Road / Hill
Descent MessagesAction / Description
For Hill Descent Reduce
Speed XX MPH/km/h or
LessDisplayed when hill descent speed exceeds
20 MPH (32 KM/H).
For Hill Descent Select
GearDisplayed when hill descent control mode
requires driver shift transmission into gear.
Driver Resume Control Displayed when the hill control mode requires
the driver to resume control.
Hill Descent Control
ActiveDisplayed when hill descent control mode is
activated.
Hill Descent Control
FAULTDisplayed when a hill descent system fault is
present.
Hill Descent Control Off Displayed when hill descent control mode is
deactivated.
Hill Descent Control
OFF System CoolingDisplayed when hill descent control mode is
disabled to cool the brake system.
Hill Descent Control
ReadyDisplayed when hill descent control mode is
activated.
Terrain Management
Normal ModeDisplays driver selected terrain management
normal mode.
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REMOTE START (IF EQUIPPED)
The remote start feature allows you to pre-condition the interior of your
vehicle. The climate control system works to achieve comfort according
to your previous settings.
Note:You cannot adjust the system during remote start operation.
Turn the ignition on to return the system to its previous settings. You
can now make adjustments normally, but you need to turn certain
vehicle-dependent features back on, such as:
•Heated seats.
•Cooled seats.
•Heated steering wheel.
•Heated mirrors.
•Heated rear window.
You can adjust the default remote start settings using the information
display controls. See theInformation Displayschapter.
Automatic Settings
In hot weather, the system is set to 72°F (22°C). The cooled seats are
set to high (if available, and selected to AUTO in the information
display).
In moderate weather, the system either heats or cools (based on
previous settings). The rear defroster, heated mirrors and heated seats
do not automatically turn on.
In cold weather, the system is set to 72°F (22°C). The heated seats are
set to high (if available, and selected to AUTO in the information
display). The rear defroster and heated mirrors automatically turn on.
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IGNITION SWITCH (IF EQUIPPED)
A.Off:The ignition is off.
Note:When you switch the ignition off and leave your vehicle, do not
leave your key in the ignition. This could cause your vehicle battery to
lose charge.
B.Accessory:Allows the electrical accessories, such as the radio, to
operate while the engine is not running.
Note:Do not leave the ignition key in this position for too long. This
could cause your vehicle battery to lose charge.
C.On:All electrical circuits are operational and the warning lamps and
indicators illuminate.
D.Start:Cranks the engine.
KEYLESS STARTING (IF EQUIPPED)
Note:The keyless starting system may not function if the key is close to
metal objects or electronic devices such as cellular phones.
Note:A valid key must be located inside your vehicle to switch the
ignition on and start the engine.
Note:When locking your vehicle, any remote controls left inside the
vehicle may become disabled. A message may appear in the information
display indicating that there is no key detected if you try to start the
engine. Press the unlock button on the remote control to enable it, and
then start the engine.
C
D
B
A
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Ignition Modes
Off:Turns the ignition off.
•Without applying the brake pedal, press and release the button once
when the ignition is in the on mode, or when the engine is running
but the vehicle is not in motion.
Accessory:Allows some electrical accessories to operate while the
engine is not running.
•Without applying the brake pedal, press and release the button twice.
On:All electrical circuits are operational. Warning lamps and indicators
are illuminated.
•Without applying the brake pedal, press and release the button once
from accessory mode.
•Without applying the brake pedal, press and release the button twice
from off mode.
Start:Starts the engine.
•Press the brake pedal, and then press the button for any length of
time. An indicator light on the button illuminates when then ignition
is on and when the engine starts.
Your vehicle may have remote start capability. Refer toRemote startin
theKeys and Remote Controlchapter.
STARTING A GASOLINE ENGINE
When you start the engine, the idle speed increases, this helps to warm
up the engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically,
have your vehicle checked by an authorized dealer.
Note:
You can crank the engine for a total of 60 seconds (without the
engine starting) before the starting system temporarily disables. The
60 seconds does not have to be all at once. For example, if you crank the
engine three times for 20 seconds each time, without the engine starting,
you reached the 60-second time limit. A message appears in the
information display alerting you that you exceeded the cranking time. You
cannot attempt to start the engine for at least 15 minutes. After
15 minutes, you are limited to a 15-second engine cranking time. You need
to wait 60 minutes before you can crank the engine for 60 seconds again.
START
STOP ENGINE
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Cause Action
The surface of the radar in the
grille is dirty or obstructed in
some way.Clean the grille surface in front of
the radar or remove the object
causing the obstruction.
The surface of the radar in the
grille is clean but the message
remains in the display.Wait a short time. It may take
several minutes for the radar to
detect that it is no longer
obstructed.
Heavy rain or snow is interfering
with the radar signals.Do not use the system in these
conditions because it may not
detect any vehicle ahead.
Swirling water, or snow or ice on
the surface of the road may
interfere with the radar signals.Do not use system in these
conditions because it may not
detect any vehicle ahead.
You are in a desert or remote area
with no other vehicles and no
roadside objects.Wait a short time or switch to
normal cruise control.
Due to the nature of radar technology, it is possible to get a blockage
warning and not be blocked. This can happen, for example, when driving
in sparse rural or desert environments. A false blocked condition will
either self-clear or clear after a key cycle.
Switching to Normal Cruise Control
WARNING:Normal cruise control will not brake due to slower
vehicles. Always be aware of which mode is selected and apply
the brakes when necessary.
You can manually change from adaptive cruise control to normal cruise
control through the information display.
The cruise control indicator light will replace the adaptive
cruise control indicator light if normal cruise control is selected.
The gap setting will not be displayed, the system will not
automatically respond to lead vehicles and automatic braking will not be
activated. The system will default to adaptive cruise control when the
engine is started.
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Peace of mind
•Keyless entry keypad
•Cargo shade
•Vehicle security systems
•Locking gas plug
•Wheel locks
•Remote start
•Parking sensors*
*The accessory manufacturer designs, develops and therefore warrants
Ford Licensed Accessories, and does not design or test these accessories
to Ford Motor Company engineering requirements. Contact an
authorized Ford dealer for the manufacturer’s limited warranty details,
and request a copy of the Ford Licensed Accessories product limited
warranty from the accessory manufacturer.
For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in
mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle:
•When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your
vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of
the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety
Compliance Certification label). Ask an authorized dealer for specific
weight information.
•The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio
Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobile
communications systems that are equipped with radio transmitters, for
example, two-way radios, telephones and theft alarms. Any such
equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio
Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulations and should be
installed only by an authorized dealer.
•An authorized dealer needs to install mobile communications systems.
Improper installation may harm the operation of your vehicle,
particularly if the manufacturer did not design the mobile
communication system specifically for automotive use.
•
If you or an authorized Ford dealer add any non-Ford electrical or
electronic accessories or components to your vehicle, you may adversely
affect battery performance and durability. In addition, you may also
adversely affect the performance of other electrical systems in the vehicle.
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Radio ..........................401, 406–407
AM/FM .....................................480
Single CD ................401, 406–407
Radio reception .........................399
Radio voice commands .............485
Rear heated seats .....................167
Rear view camera
display ................................234, 521
Rear window
defroster ....................144, 146, 148
Receiving a text
message .............................429, 503
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ........................................25
Relays ........................................300
Remote entry system
illuminated entry ......................77
locking/unlocking doors ...........73
opening the trunk .....................74
replacing the batteries .............64
Remote start climate
operation ...................................154
Reverse sensing system ...........229
Roadside assistance ..................286
Roll stability control .................224
Roof rack ...................................264
Route preferences ....................537
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ............48
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..............................40, 43
Safety defects, reporting ..........299Safety information ............418, 470
Safety restraints ..............40–41, 43
Belt-Minder® ............................44
Belt-Minder®,
deactivating/activating .............45
extension assembly ..................43
for adults .............................40–41
for children ...............................25
inflatable safety belt .................46
Occupant Classification
Sensor ........................................54
safety belt maintenance ...........48
seat belt maintenance ..............48
warning light and chime ..........44
Safety restraints -
LATCH anchors ...........................31
Safety seats for children ............25
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................393
Satellite Radio ...................401, 486
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
Normal Scheduled
Maintenance and Log .............576
SD card ......................416, 493, 533
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) ...............40
Seats ..........................................166
child safety seats ......................25
climate control ........................165
easy access/easyout feature ..163
front seats ...............159–160, 164
heated ..............................163, 167
memory seat .....................65, 162
second row seats ....................166
third row seats ........168, 173–174
Second-row power fold seat ....170
SecuriCode keyless entry
system ..........................................82
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