PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
MyKey allows you to program keys with
restricted driving modes to promote good
driving habits. All but one of the keys
programmed to the vehicle can be activated
with these restricted modes.
Any keys that have not been programmed
are referred to as administrator keys or
admin keys. These can be used to:
•
create a MyKey
• program configurable MyKey settings
• clear all MyKey features.
When you have programmed a MyKey, you
can access the following information using
the information display:
• How many admin keys and MyKeys are
programmed to your vehicle.
• The total distance your vehicle has
traveled using a MyKey.
Note: All MyKeys are programmed to the
same settings. You cannot program them
individually. Note:
For vehicles with intelligent access
with push-button start, when both a MyKey
and an admin intelligent access key fob are
present, the admin fob will be recognized by
the vehicle while switching the ignition on to
start the vehicle.
Non-configurable Settings
The following settings cannot be changed
by an admin key user:
• Belt-Minder. You cannot disable this
feature. The audio system will mute when
the front seat occupants ’ safety belts are
not fastened.
• Early low fuel. The low-fuel warning
activates earlier, giving the MyKey user
more time to refuel.
• Driver assist features, if equipped on your
vehicle, are forced on: parking aid, blind
spot information system (BLIS) with cross
traffic alert, lane departure warning and
forward collision warning system. Configurable Settings
With an admin key, you can configure certain
MyKey settings when you first create a
MyKey and before you recycle the key or
restart the vehicle. You can also change the
settings afterward with an admin key.
•
A vehicle speed limit can be set.
Warnings will be shown in the display
followed by an audible tone when your
vehicle reaches the set speed. You
cannot override the set speed by fully
depressing the accelerator pedal or by
setting cruise control.
• 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.
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•
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 Advance
Trac (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, 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 (page 158).
2. Switch the ignition on. 3. Access the main menu on the information
display controls, and select
Settings then
MyKey by pressing OK or the > button.
4. Press OK or the > button to select Create
MyKey
.
5. When prompted, hold the
OK button 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). See 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
or fob.
2. Access the main menu on the information
display controls, and select
Settings,
then MyKey by pressing OK or > button.
3. Use the arrow buttons to get to a feature.
4. Press
OK or > to make a selection.
Note: You can clear or change your MyKey
settings at any time during the same key
cycle as you created the MyKey. Once you
have switched the vehicle off, however, you
will need an admin key to change or clear
your MyKey settings.
CLEARING ALL MYKEYS
You can clear or change your MyKey settings
using the information display control on the
steering wheel.
See Information Displays
(page 112).
Switch the ignition on using an admin key or
fob.
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To clear all MyKeys of all MyKey settings, press the left arrow button to access the main menu and scr\
oll to:
Action and Description
Message
Press the OK button.
Settings
Press the
OK button.
MyKey
Press and hold the
OK button until the following message displays.
Clear MyKey
All MyKeys
Cleared
Note: When you clear your MyKeys, you remove all restrictions and return all MyKeys to their original admin key status.
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CHECKING MYKEY SYSTEM
STATUS
You can find information on programmed
MyKey(s) using the information display
control on the steering wheel. See
Information Displays (page 112).
To find information on a programed MyKey(s), press the left arrow button to access the main menu and scroll \
to: Description
Message
Press the
OK button.
Settings
Press the
OK button.
MyKey
Select one of the following:
Tracks the distance when drivers use a MyKey. The only way to delete the accumulated distance
is by using an admin key to clear your MyKey. If the distance does not accumulate as expected,
then the intended user is not using the MyKey, or an admin key user recently cleared and then
recreated a MyKey.
MyKey Dist.
Indicates the number of MyKeys programed to your vehicle. Use this feature to detect how many
MyKeys you have for your vehicle and determine when a MyKey has been deleted.
{0} MyKeys
Indicates how many admin keys are programed to your vehicle. Use this feature to determine
how many unrestricted keys you have for your vehicle, and detect if an additional MyKey has
been programed.
{0} Admin Keys
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USING MYKEY WITH REMOTE
START SYSTEMS
MyKey is not compatible with non
Ford-approved, aftermarket remote start
systems. If you choose to install a remote
start system, see an authorized dealer for a
Ford-approved remote start system.
MYKEY TROUBLESHOOTING Potential Causes
Condition
· The key or fob used to start the vehicle does not have admin privileges.
I cannot create a MyKey.
· The key or fob used to start the vehicle is the only admin key (there always has to be at least one
admin key).
·
Vehicles with push-button start: The intelligent access key fob is not positioned correctly next to
the steering column. See Keyless Starting (page 158).
· SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is disabled or in unlimited mode.
· The vehicle has been started using a remote start system that is not pr\
ogrammed with admin
privileges. See Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems (page 66).
·
The key or fob used to start your vehicle does not have admin privileges.
I cannot program the configurable
settings. · No MyKeys are created. See Creating a MyKey (page 63).
· The vehicle has been started using a remote start system that is not pr\
ogrammed with admin
privileges. See Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems (page 66).
·
The key or fob used to start your vehicle does not have admin privileges.
I cannot clear the MyKeys.
· No MyKeys are created. See Creating a MyKey (page 63).
· The vehicle has been started using a remote start system that is not pr\
ogrammed with admin
privileges. See Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems (page 66).
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Potential Causes
Condition
Purchase a new key from your authorized dealer.
I lost the only admin key.
Program a spare key. See Passive Anti-Theft System (page 80).
I lost a key
·
The vehicle has a remote start system that is recognized as an admin key. Clear all MyKeys by
using the remote start. See Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems (page 66).
I accidentally programmed all keys as
MyKeys.
· The vehicle's system does not recognize any programmed MyKeys. See Creating a MyKey (page
63).
·
An unknown key or fob has been created as a MyKey.
MyKey total includes one additional
key. · The vehicle has a remote start system. See Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems (page 66).
·
An unknown key or fob has been programmed to the vehicle as an admin key.
Admin key total includes one additional
key. · The vehicle has a remote start system. See Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems (page 66).
·
The MyKey user is not using the MyKey.
MyKey distances do not accumulate.
· An admin key holder cleared the MyKeys and created new MyKeys.
· The key system has been reset.
·
An admin fob is present at vehicle start.
No MyKey functions with the Intelligent
Access key. · No MyKeys are created. See Creating a MyKey (page 63).
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LOCKING AND UNLOCKING
You can use the power door lock or the
remote control to lock and unlock your
vehicle.
Power Door Locks
The power door lock is on the driver and
front passenger door panels.
Unlock
A
LockB Door Lock Indicator
An LED on each door window trim lights
when you lock the door. It remains on for up
to five minutes after you switch the ignition
off.
Switch Inhibitor
When you electronically lock your vehicle,
the power door lock and interior luggage
compartment release switch will no longer
operate after 20 seconds. You must unlock
your vehicle with the remote control or
keyless keypad, or switch the ignition on, to
restore function to these switches. You can
switch this feature on or off in the information
display. See General Information (page 112).
Remote Control
You can use the remote control at any time.
The luggage compartment release button
only works when your vehicle speed is less
than 5 mph (8 km/h).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 direction indicators
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 direction indicators
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.
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Intelligent access at the driver door will
unlock all doors when you disable two-stage
unlocking.
Locking the Doors
Press the button to lock all the doors. The
direction indicators will flash.
Press the button again within three seconds
to confirm that all the doors are closed. The
doors lock again, the horn sounds and the
direction indicators flash if all the doors and
the luggage compartment are closed. Mislock
The horn sounds twice and the lamps will
not flash if:
•
Locking is not successful.
• Any door or the liftgate is open.
• The hood is open.
Power Liftgate (If Equipped) WARNINGS
Make sure all persons are clear of the
liftgate area before using the liftgate
control. Make sure to close and latch the
liftgate to prevent drawing exhaust
fumes into your vehicle. This will also prevent
passengers and cargo from falling out. If you
must drive with the liftgate open, keep the
vents or windows open so outside air comes
into your vehicle. Failure to follow this
warning could result in serious personal
injury. Note:
Be careful when opening or closing
the liftgate in a garage or other enclosed
area to avoid damaging the liftgate. Press twice within three seconds
to open, close or stop the
movement of a power liftgate. See
Power Liftgate (page 74).
Mechanical Key
Turn the top of the key toward the front of
your vehicle once to lock all doors.
Turn the top of the key toward the rear of
your vehicle once to unlock the driver door
only.
See Remote Control (page 58).
Locking the Doors Individually
If the power locks fail to operate, lock the
doors individually using the key in the
position shown.
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