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•Vehicle speed minders of 45, 55 or 65 mph (75, 90 or 105 km/h). Once
you select a speed, it will be shown in the display, followed by an
audible tone when the preselected vehicle speed is exceeded.
•
Audio system maximum volume of 45%. A message will be shown in the
display when you attempt to exceed the limited volume. Also, the
speed-sensitive or compensated automatic volume control will be disabled.
• Always on setting. When this is selected, you will not be able to turn
off AdvanceTrac or the do not disturb feature (if your vehicle is
equipped with this feature).
CREATING A MYKEY
Use the information display to create a MyKey:
1. Insert the key you want to program into the ignition. If your vehicle is
equipped with a push-button start and you do not have a backup slot,
hold the intelligent access key next to the steering column. The correct
position to place your fob is in another chapter. See Starting and
Stopping the Engine .
2. Switch the ignition on.
3. Access the main menu on the information display controls, and select
Settings, then MyKeyby pressing OKor the >button.
4. Press OKor the >button to select Create MyKey.
5. When prompted, hold the OKbutton until you see a message informing
you to label this key as a MyKey. The key will be restricted at the next start.
MyKey is successfully created. Make sure you label it so you can
distinguish it from the admin keys.
You can also program configurable settings for the key(s). Refer to
Programming/Changing Configurable Settings .
Programming/Changing Configurable Settings
Use the information display to access your configurable MyKey settings:
1. Switch the ignition on using an admin key. If your vehicle has
push-button start, place the intelligent access key fob into the backup
slot. The location of your backup slot is in another chapter. See Starting
and Stopping the Engine .
2. Access the main menu and select Settings, thenMyKeyby pressing
OK or the >button.
3. Use the arrow buttons to get to a configurable feature.
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LOCKING AND UNLOCKING
You can use the power door lock control or the remote control to lock
and unlock your vehicle.
Power Door Locks
The power door lock control is located on the driver and front passenger
door panels.A. Unlock
B. Lock
Remote Control
You can use the remote control anytime your vehicle is not running.
Unlocking the Doors (Two-Stage Unlock) Press the button to unlock the driver door.
Press the button again within three seconds to unlock all doors.
The turn signals will flash.
Press and hold both the lock and unlock buttons on the remote control
for four seconds to disable or enable two-stage unlocking. Disabling
two-stage unlocking allows all vehicle doors to unlock with one press of
the button. The turn signals will flash twice to indicate a change to the
unlocking mode. The unlocking mode applies to the remote control,
keyless entry keypad and intelligent access.
Intelligent access at the driver door unlocks all doors when you have
disabled two-stage unlocking.
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SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY KEYPAD (IF EQUIPPED)
The keypad, located near the driver window, is invisible until you touch
it. It then lights up so you can see and touch the appropriate buttons.
Note:If you enter your entry code too fast on the keypad, the unlock
function may not work. Enter your entry code again more slowly.
You can use the keypad to:
•lock or unlock the doors
• open the trunk
• recall memory features
• enable or disable the autolock
and autounlock
• arm and disarm the anti-theft
alarm (if equipped)
You can operate the keypad with the factory-set 5-digit entry code. The
code is located on the owner’s wallet card in the glove box and is
available from an authorized dealer. You can also create up to three of
your own 5-digit personal entry codes.
Programming a Personal Entry Code
To create your own personal entry code:
1. Enter the factory-set code.
2. Press the 1•2on the keypad within five seconds.
3. Enter your personal 5-digit code. You must enter each number within
five seconds of each other.
4. For memory recall feature, enter the sixth digit 1•2to store driver 1
settings or 3•4to store driver 2 settings.
Note: Pressing 5•6,7•8,or9•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 and then unlock to confirm that programming is
complete.
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Programming a Spare Intelligent Access Key (If Equipped)
Note:A maximum of four intelligent access keys can be programmed to
your vehicle. You must take your vehicle and all access keys to your
authorized dealer to be erased and reprogrammed if you would like to
replace a previously programmed access key with a new access key, or if
you already have four access keys programmed to your vehicle.
You must have two previously programmed intelligent access keys inside
your vehicle and the new unprogrammed intelligent access keys readily
accessible. See your authorized dealer to have the spare key
programmed if two previously programmed keys are not available.
Make sure that your vehicle is off before beginning this procedure. Make
sure that all doors are closed before beginning and that they remain
closed throughout the procedure. Perform all steps within 30 seconds of
starting the sequence. Stop and wait for at least one minute before
starting again if any steps are performed out of sequence.
Read and understand the entire procedure before you begin.
1. Place the new unprogrammed intelligent
access key in the pocket inside of the
center console with the buttons facing out
and with key ring up.
2. Press the driver or passenger power
door unlock control three times.
3. Press and release the brake pedal one
time.
4. Press the driver or passenger power
door lock control three times.
5. Press and release the brake pedal one time. The indicator on the
START/STOP button should begin to rapidly flash, indicating the
programming mode has been entered and two programmed intelligent
access keys have been detected in your vehicle.
6. Press the START/STOP button within one minute. A message will
appear in the information display indicating that the new intelligent
access key was programmed.
7. Remove the intelligent access key from the center console pocket and
press the unlock button on the newly programmed intelligent access key
to exit programming mode.
8. Verify that the remote entry functions operate (press lock then
unlock, making sure you end in unlock) and that your vehicle starts with
new intelligent access key.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING:Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, crash and injury. We strongly recommend that you use
extreme caution when using any device that may take your focus off
the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your
vehicle. We recommend against the use of any handheld device while
driving and encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible.
Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the
use of electronic devices while driving..
Various systems on your vehicle can be controlled using the information
display controls on the steering wheel. Corresponding information is
displayed in the information display.
Information Display Controls (Type 1) •Press the up and down arrow
buttons to scroll through and
highlight the options within a
menu.
• Press the right arrow button to
enter a sub-menu.
• Press the left arrow button to
exit a menu.
• Press the OK button to choose
and confirm a setting/messages.
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Information Display Controls (Type 2)•Press the up and down arrow
buttons to scroll through and
highlight the options within a
menu.
• Press the right arrow button to
enter a sub-menu.
• Press the left arrow button to
exit a menu.
• Press the OK button to choose and confirm a setting/messages.
Main menu
From the main menu bar on the left side of the information display, you
can choose from the following categories:
• Display Mode
• Trip1&2
• Fuel Economy
• Driver Assist
• Settings
Scroll up/down to highlight one of the categories, then press the right
arrow key or OK to enter into that category. Press the left arrow key as
needed to exit back to the main menu.
Display Mode
Use the up/down arrow buttons to choose between the following display
options.
Display mode
Display mode Option 1 Option 2 Option 3
XXX mi (km) to empty X
Bar tachometer X
Round tachometer X X
Engine coolant temp gauge X
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Trip1&2
Choose between the standard or enhanced trip display.
Trip1&2
Trip1&2 Trip distance
Average fuel economy Elapsed trip time
Hold OK to Reset
Estimated amount of fuel consumed
Total odometer (lower left corner)
Press and hold OK to reset the currently displayed trip information.
• Trip distance — shows the accumulated trip distance.
• Elapsed trip time— timer stops when the vehicle is turned off and
restarts when the vehicle is restarted.
• Average fuel economy — shows the average fuel economy for a given
trip.
• Estimated amount of fuel consumed — shows the amount of fuel used
for a given trip.
• Elapsed trip time — timer stops when the vehicle is turned off and
restarts when the vehicle is restarted.
Fuel Economy
Use the left/right arrow buttons to choose the desired fuel economy display.
Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy Inst Fuel
Economy XX. Min Fuel
History
Instantaneous fuel usage X
Fuel usage over a 30 minute time span X
Average MPG Always Present
XXX mi (km) to E Always Present
Total odometer (lower left corner)
Hold OK to Reset. Resets the currently displayed fuel usage information.
• Inst. Fuel Economy: This display shows a visual graph of your
instantaneous fuel economy.
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XX. Min Fuel History: This display shows a bar chart of your fuel history.
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G.MAX A/C: Press the button to maximize cooling. Recirculated air
flows through the instrument panel vents, air conditioning automatically
turns on, and the fan automatically adjusts to the highest speed.
H. Air distribution control: Press these buttons to turn airflow from
the windshield, instrument panel, or footwell vents on or off. The system
can distribute air through any combination of these vents.
I. Heated rear window: Turns the heated rear window on and off. See
Heated windows and mirrors later in this chapter for more
information.
AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL
Note: You can switch temperature units between Fahrenheit and Celsius.
See Menu features in theMyFord Touch orMyLincoln Touch chapter.
A. Power/Driver temperature control: Press the button to turn the
system on and off. Switching off the climate control system prevents
outside air from entering the vehicle.
Turn to increase or decrease the air temperature for the driver side of
the vehicle. This control also adjusts the passenger side temperature
when not in dual zone mode.
B. AUTO: Press the button to turn on automatic operation. Select the
desired temperature using the temperature control. The system adjusts
fan speed, air distribution, air conditioning operation, and selects outside
air or recirculated air to heat or cool the vehicle in order to maintain the
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