2018 FORD FOCUS alarm

Anti-Theft Alarm............................................70
Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel.....................71
Audio Control....................................................71
Voice Control....................................................72
Cruise Control..................................................72
Information Display Control.......................72
Heated Steering Wheel................................73
Wipers and Washers
Windshield Wipers.........................................74
Windshield Washers......................................74
Rear Window Wiper and Washers...........75
Lighting
General Information......................................76
Lighting Control..............................................76
Autolamps.........................................................77
Instrument Lighting Dimmer......................77
Headlamp Exit Delay....................................78
Daytime Running Lamps.............................78
Automatic High Beam Control..................79
Front Fog Lamps............................................80
Direction Indicators.......................................80
Interior Lamps.................................................80
Ambient Lighting.............................................81
Windows and Mirrors
Power Windows..............................................82
Exterior Mirrors................................................83
Interior Mirror...................................................84
Sun Visors.........................................................84
Moonroof..........................................................85
Instrument Cluster
Gauges...............................................................86
Warning Lamps and Indicators.................87
Audible Warnings and Indicators............90
Information Displays
General Information......................................92
Trip Computer.................................................95
Information Messages.................................96
Climate Control
Manual Climate Control............................104
Automatic Climate Control......................105
Hints on Controlling the InteriorClimate.........................................................107
Heated Windows and Mirrors..................109
Cabin Air Filter...............................................109
Remote Start..................................................110
Seats
Sitting in the Correct Position....................111
Head Restraints...............................................111
Manual Seats..................................................113
Power Seats.....................................................113
Rear Seats........................................................114
Heated Seats..................................................116
Auxiliary Power Points
Auxiliary Power Points.................................117
Storage Compartments
Center Console...............................................118
Overhead Console........................................118
Starting and Stopping theEngine
General Information.....................................119
Ignition Switch................................................119
Keyless Starting.............................................119
Starting a Gasoline Engine........................122
Engine Block Heater....................................125
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Cabin air filter
Check fuel cap
Child safety door lock or unlock
Child seat lower anchor
Child seat tether anchor
Cruise control
Do not open when hot
Engine air filter
Engine coolant
Engine coolant temperature
Engine oil
Explosive gas
Fan warning
Fasten seatbelt
Flammable
Front airbag
Front fog lamps
Fuel pump reset
Fuse compartment
Hazard warning flashers
Heated rear window
Heated windshield
Interior luggage compartmentrelease
Jack
Keep out of reach of children
Lighting control
Low tire pressure warning
Maintain correct fluid level
Note operating instructions
Panic alarm
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GENERAL INFORMATION ON
RADIO FREQUENCIES
This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules and with Licence exempt RSSStandards of Industry Canada. Operationis subject to the following two conditions:
•This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and
•This device must accept anyinterference received, includinginterference that may cause undesiredoperation.
WARNING
Changes or modifications notexpressively approved by the partyresponsible for compliance couldvoid the user's authority to operate theequipment. The term "IC:" before the radiocertification number only signifies thatIndustry Canada technical specificationswere met.
The typical operating range for yourtransmitter is approximately 33 ft (10 m).Vehicles with the remote start feature willhave a greater range. One of the followingcould cause a decrease in operating range:
•Weather conditions.
•Nearby radio towers.
•Structures around the vehicle.
•Other vehicles parked next to yourvehicle.
Other short distance radio transmissions,for example amateur radios, medicalequipment, wireless headphones, remotecontrols and alarm systems can also usethe radio frequency used by your remotecontrol. If the frequencies are jammed, youwill not be able to use your remote control.You can lock and unlock the doors with thekey.
Note:Make sure to lock your vehicle beforeleaving it unattended.
Note:If you are in range, the remote controlwill operate if you press any buttonunintentionally.
Note:The remote control contains sensitiveelectrical components. Exposure to moistureor impact may cause permanent damage.
REMOTE CONTROL - VEHICLES
WITH: KEYLESS ENTRY
Intelligent Access Key
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3.Use a suitable tool, for example ascrewdriver, to carefully separate thetwo halves of the remote control.
4.Twist the screwdriver in the positionshown to separate the two halves ofthe remote control.
Note:Do not touch the battery contacts orthe printed circuit board with thescrewdriver.
5.Carefully remove the battery with thescrewdriver.
6.Install a new battery with the + facingdownward.
7.Assemble the two halves of the remotecontrol.
8.Reinstall the key blade.
Note:Do not wipe off any grease on thebattery terminals or on the back surface ofthe circuit board.
Note:Replacing the battery does not deletethe transmitter from the vehicle.
The transmitter should operate normally.
Locating Your Vehicle
Press the lock button on the key twicewithin three seconds. The horn may soundand the direction indicators flash.
The horn may sound twice and thedirection indicators do not flash if:
•Locking was not successful.
•Any door or the liftgate is open.
•The hood is open on vehicles with ananti-theft alarm or remote start.
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3.Insert the new battery. Refer to thesymbols inside the transmitter for thecorrect orientation of the battery.Press the battery down to make sureit is fully in the housing.
4.Reinstall the battery housing coveronto the transmitter.
Note:Do not wipe off any grease on thebattery terminals or on the back surface ofthe circuit board.
Note:Replacing the battery does not erasethe programmed key from your vehicle.
Locating Your Vehicle
Press the lock button on the key twicewithin three seconds. The horn sounds andthe direction indicators flash. Werecommend you use this method to locateyour vehicle, rather than using the panicalarm.
The horn sounds twice and the directionindicators do not flash if:
•Locking was not successful.
•Any door or the liftgate is open.
•The hood is open on vehicles with ananti-theft alarm or remote start.
Sounding the Panic Alarm (If Equipped)
Press the button to sound thepanic alarm. Press the buttonagain or switch the ignition on tosilence it.
Note:The panic alarm only operates whenthe ignition is off.
REMOTE CONTROL - VEHICLES
WITH: KEYLESS ENTRY WITH
REMOTE START
Intelligent Access Key (If Equipped)
The intelligent access key operates thepower locks and the remote start system.The key must be in your vehicle to switchon the push-button start system.
Key Blade
The intelligent access key also contains aremovable key blade that you can use tounlock your vehicle.
Slide the release on the back of thetransmitter, then pull the blade out.
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Note:Do not wipe off any grease on thebattery terminals or on the back surface ofthe circuit board.
Note: Replacing the battery does notdelete the transmitter from your vehicle.The transmitter should operate normally.
Locating Your Vehicle
Press the lock button on the key twicewithin three seconds. The horn sounds andthe direction indicators flash. Werecommend you use this method to locateyour vehicle, rather than using the panicalarm.
The horn sounds twice and the directionindicators do not flash if:
•Locking was not successful.
•Any door or the liftgate is open.
•The hood is open on vehicles with ananti-theft alarm or remote start.
Sounding the Panic Alarm (If Equipped)
Press the button to activate thealarm. Press the button again orswitch the ignition on todeactivate it.
Note:The panic alarm only operates whenthe ignition is off.
Remote Start
WARNING
To prevent drawing exhaust fumesinto your vehicle, do not use remotestart if your vehicle is parked indoorsor areas that are not well ventilated.
The remote start button is on thetransmitter.
This feature allows you to start yourvehicle from the outside. The transmitterhas an extended operating range.
Vehicles with automatic climate controlcan be configured to operate when yourvehicle is remote started. See AutomaticClimate Control (page 105).
Many states and provinces haverestrictions for the use of remote start.Check your local and state or provinciallaws for specific requirements regardingremote start systems.
Note:Do not use remote start if your vehicleis low on fuel.
The remote start system does not work ifany of the following occur:
•The ignition is on.
•The alarm system activates.
•You turn off the feature.
•The hood is open.
•The transmission is not in park (P).
•Your vehicle battery has no charge.
•The powertrain fault indicator was onthe last time you drove your vehicle.
Remote Starting your Vehicle
Note: You must press each button withinthree seconds of each other. If you do notfollow this sequence, your vehicle does notstart remotely, the direction indicators donot flash twice and the horn does not sound.
The label on your transmitter details thestarting procedure.
To remote start your vehicle:
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Mislock
If any door or the liftgate or luggagecompartment is open, or if the hood isopen on vehicles with an anti-theft alarmor remote start, the horn will sound twiceand the direction indicators will not flash.
Opening the Liftgate or LuggageCompartment
Press twice within three secondsto unlatch the liftgate or luggagecompartment.
Make sure to close and latch the liftgateor luggage compartment before drivingyour vehicle. An unlatched liftgate orluggage compartment may cause objectsto fall out or block your view.
Closing the Liftgate or LuggageCompartment
The liftgate or luggage compartment willnot fully close if an intelligent access keyis located inside the luggage compartmentwith the doors locked.
Note:If a second intelligent access key islocated within the liftgate or luggagecompartment detection range, the liftgateor luggage compartment can be fully closed.
Activating Intelligent Access (If
Equipped)
The system will not function if:
•Your vehicle battery has no charge.
•The intelligent access key battery hasno charge.
•The intelligent access key frequenciesare jammed.
Note:If the system does not function, usethe key blade to lock and unlock yourvehicle. See Keys and Remote Controls(page 47).
The system allows you to unlock, operateand lock your vehicle without using a keyor remote control.
You must have the intelligent access keywithin 5 ft (1.5 m) of your vehicle.
Note:The system may not function if theintelligent access key is close to metalobjects or electronic devices, for examplekeys or a cell phone.
At a Door
Pull an exterior door handle to unlock andopen the door. Do not touch the locksensor on the front of the handle.
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The locking sensors are on the front doorhandles.
Touch a locking sensor once to lock yourvehicle and arm the alarm. There is a briefdelay before you can unlock your vehicleagain.
Note:Keep the door handle clean to makesure the system operates correctly.
Note: Your vehicle does not automaticallylock. If you do not touch a locking sensoryour vehicle will remain unlocked.
At the Liftgate or LuggageCompartment
Press the release button above the licenseplate to unlatch the liftgate or luggagecompartment.
Smart Unlocks for IntegratedKeyhead Transmitter (If Equipped)
This helps to prevent you from lockingyourself out of your vehicle if the key is stillin the ignition.
When you open one of the front doors andlock your vehicle with the power door lockcontrol, all the doors will lock then unlockand the horn will sound twice if the key isstill in the ignition.
You can still lock your vehicle with the keyin the ignition. To do this, use the keylessentry keypad with the driver door closed,or press the lock button on the transmittereven if the doors are not closed.
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 helps to prevent you from locking yourkey inside the passenger compartment orrear cargo area.
When you electronically lock your vehiclewith any door open, transmission in park(P) and the ignition off, the system willsearch for an intelligent access key in thepassenger compartment after you closethe last door. If the system finds a key, allof the doors will immediately unlock andthe horn sounds twice, indicating that akey is inside.
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.
Disabled Intelligent Access Keys
Intelligent access keys left inside yourvehicle when locked are disabled.
You cannot use a disabled intelligentaccess key to switch the ignition on.
You will reactivate disabled intelligentaccess keys when you switch the ignitionon using a valid key.
Autolock
Autolock locks all the doors when all of thefollowing occur:
•All doors are closed.
•The ignition is on.
•You shift into any gear putting yourvehicle in motion.
•Your vehicle reaches a speed greaterthan 4 mph (7 km/h).
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