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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
MyKey allows you to program keys withrestricted driving modes to promote gooddriving habits. All but one of the keysprogrammed to the vehicle can beactivated with these restricted modes.
Any keys that have not been programmedare referred to as administrator keys oradmin keys. These can be used to:
•Create a MyKey.
•Program configurable MyKey settings.
•Clear all MyKey features.
When you have programmed a MyKey, youcan access the following information usingthe information display:
•How many admin keys and MyKeys areprogrammed to your vehicle.
•The total distance your vehicle hastraveled using a MyKey.
Note:All MyKeys are programmed to thesame settings. You cannot program themindividually.
Note:For vehicles with push-button start,when both a MyKey and an admin remotetransmitter are present, the admin remotetransmitter will be recognized by the vehiclewhile switching the ignition on to start thevehicle.
Non-configurable Settings
The following settings cannot be changedby an admin key user:
•Seat belt reminder or Belt Minder. Youcannot disable this feature. The audiosystem will mute when the front seatpassengers' safety belts are notfastened.
•Early low fuel. The low-fuel warningactivates earlier, giving the MyKey usermore time to refuel.
•Driver assist features, if equipped onyour vehicle, are forced on: parking aid.
Configurable Settings
With an admin key, you can configurecertain MyKey settings when you firstcreate a MyKey and before you recycle thekey or restart the vehicle. You can alsochange the settings afterward with anadmin key.
•A vehicle speed limit can be set.Warnings will be shown in the displayfollowed by an audible tone when yourvehicle reaches the set speed. Youcannot override the set speed by fullydepressing the accelerator pedal or bysetting cruise control.
WARNING
Do not set MyKey maximum speedlimit to a limit that will prevent thedriver from maintaining a safe speedconsidering posted speed limits andprevailing road conditions. The driver isalways responsible to drive in accordancewith local laws and prevailing conditions.Failure to do so could result in accident orinjury.
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•Various vehicle speed minders can beset. Once you select a speed, it will beshown in the display, followed by anaudible tone when the preselectedvehicle speed is exceeded.
•Audio system maximum volume of45%. A message will be shown in thedisplay when you attempt to exceedthe limited volume. Also, thespeed-sensitive or compensatedautomatic volume control will bedisabled.
•Always on setting. When this isselected, you will not be able to turnoff Advance Trac or traction control (ifyour vehicle is equipped with thisfeature).
CREATING A MYKEY
Use the information display to create aMyKey:
1. Insert the key you want to program intothe ignition. If your vehicle is equipped witha push-button start, hold the intelligentaccess key next to the steering column.Details on the correct fob placement andposition is in another chapter. SeeStarting and Stopping the Engine (page129).
2. Switch the ignition on.
3. Access the main menu on theinformation display controls, and selectSettings and then MyKey by pressing OKor the > button.
4. Press OK or the > button to selectCreate MyKey.
5. When prompted, hold the OK buttonuntil you see a message informing you tolabel this key as a MyKey. The key will berestricted at your vehicle's next start.
MyKey is successfully created. Make sureyou label it so you can distinguish it fromthe admin keys.
You can also program configurablesettings for the key(s). Refer toProgramming/Changing ConfigurableSettings.
Programming/ChangingConfigurable Settings
Use the information display to access yourconfigurable MyKey settings:
1. Switch the ignition on using an adminkey or fob.
2. Access the main menu on theinformation display controls, and selectSettings, then MyKey by pressing OKor the > button.
3. Use the arrow buttons to get to aconfigurable feature.
4. Press OK or > to make a selection.
Note:You can clear or change your MyKeysettings at any time during the same keycycle as you created the MyKey. Once youhave switched the engine off, however, youwill need an admin key to change or clearyour MyKey settings.
CLEARING ALL MYKEYS
You can clear or change your MyKeysettings using the information displaycontrol on the steering wheel. SeeInformation Displays (page 92).
Switch the ignition on using an admin key.
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To clear all MyKeys of all MyKey settings, press the left arrow button to accessthe main menu and scroll to:
Action and DescriptionMessage
Press the OK button or right arrow.Settings
Press the OK button or right arrow.MyKey
Press and hold the OK button until the following messagedisplays.Clear MyKey
All MyKeys
Cleared
Note:When you clear your MyKeys, you remove all restrictions and return all MyKeys totheir original admin key status.
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CHECKING MYKEY SYSTEM
STATUS
You can find information about yourprogrammed MyKeys by using theinformation display. See InformationDisplays (page 92).
MyKey Distance
Tracks the distance when drivers use aMyKey. The only way to delete theaccumulated distance is by using an adminkey to clear all MyKeys. If the distance doesnot accumulate as expected, then theintended user is not using the MyKey, or anadmin key user recently cleared and thenrecreated a MyKey.
Number of MyKeys
Indicates the number of MyKeysprogrammed to your vehicle. Use thisfeature to detect how many MyKeys youhave for your vehicle and determine whenall MyKeys have been deleted.
Number of Admin Keys
Indicates how many admin keys areprogrammed to your vehicle. Use thisfeature to determine how many adminkeys you have for your vehicle, and detectif an additional MyKey has beenprogrammed.
USING MYKEY WITH REMOTE
START SYSTEMS
MyKey is not compatible with nonFord-approved, aftermarket remote startsystems. If you choose to install a remotestart system, see an authorized dealer fora Ford-approved remote start system.
MYKEY TROUBLESHOOTING
Potential CausesCondition
I cannot create a MyKey.•The key or transmitter used to start thevehicle does not have admin privileges.
•The key or transmitter used to start thevehicle is the only admin key (there alwayshas to be at least one admin key).
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Potential CausesCondition
•Vehicles with keyless start: The keylessstart transmitter is not placed in the backupposition. See Starting a Gasoline Engine(page 130).
•SecuriLock passive anti-theft system isdisabled or in unlimited mode.
•The key or transmitter used to start yourvehicle does not have admin privileges.
•No MyKeys are created. See Creating aMyKey (page 53).
I cannot program the configurablesettings.
•The key or transmitter used to start yourvehicle does not have admin privileges.
•No MyKeys are created. See Creating aMyKey (page 53).
I cannot clear the MyKeys.
Purchase a new key from an authorized dealer.I lost the only admin key.
Program a spare key. See Passive Anti-TheftSystem (page 66).I lost a key.
MyKey distances do not accumulate.•The MyKey user is not using the MyKey.
•An admin key holder cleared the MyKeysand created new MyKeys.
•The key system has been reset.
•An admin transmitter is present at vehiclestart.
•No MyKeys are created. See Creating aMyKey (page 53).
No MyKey functions with the keylessentry transmitter.
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LOCKING AND UNLOCKING
You can use the power door lock controlor the remote control to lock and unlockyour vehicle.
Note:Always take your keys and lock alldoors when leaving your vehicle.
Power Door Locks
The power door lock control is on the driverand front passenger door panels.
UnlockA
LockB
Door Lock Indicator
An LED on each power door lock controlwill light when you lock the doors. It is nota functional control.
Remote Control
Unlocking the Doors (Two-StageUnlock)
Type 1
Press the button to unlock thedriver door.
Type 2
Press the button to unlock thedriver door.
Press the button again within threeseconds to unlock all doors. The turnsignals will flash.
Press and hold both the lock and unlockbuttons on the remote control for fourseconds to disable or enable two-stageunlocking. Disabling two-stage unlockingallows all vehicle doors to unlock with onepress of the button. The turn signals willflash twice to indicate a change to theunlocking mode. The unlocking modeapplies to the remote control andintelligent access.
Intelligent access at the driver door willunlock all doors when you disabletwo-stage unlocking.
Locking the Doors
Type 1
Press the button to lock all thedoors. The turn signals will flash.
Type 2
Press the button to lock all thedoors. The turn signals will flash.
Press the button again within threeseconds to confirm that all the doors areclosed. The doors will lock again, the hornwill sound and the turn signals will flash ifall the doors and the luggagecompartment are closed.
Note:If locking was not successful or anydoor or the liftgate is open, or if the hood isopen on vehicles with a perimeter alarm orremote start, the horn will sound twice andthe lamps will not flash.
Liftgate
WARNINGS
Make sure all persons are clear of thepower liftgate area before using thepower liftgate control.
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WARNINGS
Make sure to close and latch theliftgate to prevent drawing exhaustfumes into your vehicle. This will alsoprevent passengers and cargo from fallingout. If you must drive with the liftgate open,keep the vents or windows open so outsideair comes into your vehicle. Failure tofollow this warning could result in seriouspersonal injury.
Note:Be careful when opening or closingthe liftgate in a garage or other enclosedarea to avoid damaging the liftgate.
Press twice within three secondsto:
•unlatch a manual liftgate
•open, close or stop the movement ofa power liftgate. See Power Liftgate(page 62).
Mechanical Key
Turn the top of the key toward the front ofyour vehicle once to lock all doors.
Turn the top of the key toward the rear ofyour vehicle once to unlock the driver dooronly.
Locking the Doors Individually
If the power locks fail to operate, lock thedoors individually using the key in theposition shown.
Left-Hand Side
Turn clockwise to lock.
Right-Hand Side
Turn counterclockwise to lock.
Opening a Rear Door from Inside
Pull the interior door release handle twiceto unlock and open a rear door. The firstpull unlocks the door and the second pullwill unlatch the door.
Activating Intelligent Access (If
Equipped)
The intelligent access key must be within3 feet (1 meter) of your vehicle.
At the Front Doors
Pull a front exterior door handle to unlockand open the door. The unlock sensor is onthe back of the handle. Make sure not totouch the lock sensor area on the front ofthe handle.
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Press and hold the lock sensor area forabout a second to lock your vehicle. Toavoid unlocking the door inadvertently,make sure you only touch the lock sensorand not other areas of the door handle.
After locking the doors with the locksensor, there is a brief delay before you canunlock your vehicle. This delay lets you pullthe handle to make sure it locked.
Note:Keep the door handle surface cleanto avoid issues with operation.
At the Liftgate
Press the exterior liftgate release buttonon the top of the liftgate pull-cup handle.
Smart Unlocks For IntegratedKeyhead Transmitter
This feature helps to prevent you fromlocking yourself out of your vehicle if yourkey is still in the ignition.
When you open one of the front doors andlock your vehicle with the power door lockcontrol, all the doors will lock then unlockif your key is still in the ignition.
You can still lock your vehicle with the keyin the ignition by pressing the lock buttonon the transmitter even if the doors are notclosed.
If both front doors are closed, you can lockyour vehicle by any method, regardless ofwhether the key is in the ignition or not.
Smart Unlocks For IntelligentAccess Keys (If Equipped)
This feature helps to prevent you fromunintentionally locking your intelligentaccess key inside your vehicle’s passengercompartment or rear cargo area.
When you lock your vehicle using thepower door lock control (with the dooropen, vehicle in park and ignition off), yourvehicle will search for an intelligent accesskey in the passenger compartment afteryou close the door. If your vehicle finds akey, all of the doors will immediatelyunlock.
When you open one of the front doors andlock your vehicle using the power door lockcontrol, all doors will lock then unlock ifthe ignition is on.
Autolock (If Equipped)
The autolock feature will lock all the doorswhen:
•all doors are closed
•the ignition is on,
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