PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
The system is designed to promote good
driving behaviors using keys that you have
programmed with some restricted settings.
MYKEY SETTINGS
Non-Configurable Settings
Seatbelt Reminder
The audio system mutes when the seatbelt
reminder turns on. The seatbelt reminder
cannot be switched off with a MyKey.
Early Low Fuel
The low fuel level indicator turns on earlier.
Driving and Parking Aids
Parking aids, blind spot information system
and cross traffic alert turn on when you
start the engine and cannot be switched
off with a MyKey.
Pre-collision assist and lane keeping alert
turn on when you start the engine, but can
be switched off with a MyKey.
A new destination in the navigation system
can only be set using voice commands,
when using a MyKey and your vehicle is
moving.
Configurable Settings
You can configure the following settings
after creating a MyKey. See Creating a
MyKey (page 60). Speed Limit WARNING:
Do not set MyKey
maximum speed limit to a limit that will
prevent the driver from maintaining a
safe speed considering posted speed
limits and prevailing road conditions. The
driver is always responsible to drive in
accordance with local laws and
prevailing conditions. Failure to do so
could result in accident or injury.
You can set a speed limit for your vehicle.
Warning messages appear in the
information display and a tone sounds if
your vehicle reaches the set speed. You
cannot override the set speed when using
a MyKey.
Speed Reminder
You can set a speed reminder for your
vehicle. Warning messages appear in the
information display and a tone sounds if
your vehicle exceeds the set speed.
Audio System Volume Limit
The audio system maximum volume is
reduced. A message appears in the
information display if you attempt to
exceed the volume limit. Automatic
volume control turns off.
Emergency Assistance
If you set emergency assistance to be
always on, it cannot be switched off with
a MyKey.
Do Not Disturb
If you set do not disturb to be always on,
it cannot be switched off with a MyKey.
Traction Control
If you set traction control to be always on,
it cannot be switched off with a MyKey.
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CREATING A MYKEY -
VEHICLES WITHOUT: PUSH
BUTTON START
Switch the ignition on using an admin key.
To create a MyKey, use the information display controls on the steering wheel to
select the following: Action
Menu Item
Press the menu button.
Settings
Press the OK button.
MyKey
Press and hold the
OK button until a confirmation message
appears in the information display.
Create MyKey
Switch the ignition off.
Note: We recommend that you label this
key.
MyKey Information Messages Description
Message
Displays when trying to create a MyKey with a key already
designated as a MyKey.
Key is Already a MyKey
Displays when creating a MyKey.
Hold OK to Create MyKey
Displays to confirm that a MyKey has been created.
Creation Completed
Displays to confirm that the key is restricted after you switch
the ignition off.
This Key restricted at
Next Key Cycle. Label
Key as MyKey
Displays if the system fails to create a MyKey.
MyKey not Created
CREATING A MYKEY -
VEHICLES WITH: PUSH
BUTTON START
1. Place an admin key in the backup position. See
Passive Key Backup
Position (page 58). 2. Switch the ignition on.
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To create a MyKey, use the information display controls on the steering wheel to
select the following:
Action
Menu Item
Press the menu button.
Settings
Press the OK button.
MyKey
Press and hold the
OK button until a confirmation message
appears in the information display.
Create MyKey
Switch the ignition off.
Note: We recommend that you label this
key.
MyKey Information Messages Description
Message
Displays when trying to create a MyKey and the key is not
placed in the backup position. See
Passive Key Backup
Position (page 58).
Place Key in Backup
Location
Displays when trying to create a MyKey with a key already
designated as a MyKey.
Key is Already a MyKey
Displays when creating a MyKey.
Hold OK to Create MyKey
Displays to confirm that a MyKey has been created.
Creation Completed
Displays to confirm that the key is restricted after you switch
the ignition off.
This Key restricted at
Next Key Cycle. Label
Key as MyKey
Displays if the system fails to create a MyKey.
MyKey not Created
PROGRAMMING A MYKEY
You can only program MyKeys to the same
settings. Switch the ignition on using an admin key.
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To program a MyKey, use the information display controls on the steering wheel
to select the following:
Action
Menu Item
Press the menu button.
Settings
Press the OK button.
MyKey
Choose a setting and press the
OK button.
Configure the setting.
Switch the ignition off.
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CLEARING ALL MYKEYS
When you clear all MyKeys, you remove all
restrictions and return all MyKeys to their
original admin key status.
Switch the ignition on using an admin key.
To clear all MyKeys, use the information display controls on the steering wheel
to select the following: Action
Menu Item
Press the menu button.
Settings
Press the OK button.
MyKey
Press and hold the
OK button until a confirmation message
appears in the information display.
Clear MyKeys
MyKey Information Messages Description
Message
Displays when clearing all MyKeys.
Hold OK to Clear MyKeys
Displays to confirm that all MyKeys have been cleared.
All MyKeys Cleared
CHECKING MYKEY SYSTEM
STATUS
Switch the ignition on.
To find information about the distance traveled using a MyKey and also the number
of admin keys and MyKeys created for your vehicle, use the information display
controls on the steering wheel to select the following: Action
Menu Item
Press the menu button.
Settings
Press the
OK button.
MyKey
Press the
OK button.
MyKey Info
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If both front doors are closed, you can lock
your vehicle by any method, regardless of
whether the key is in the ignition or not.
Autolock
Autolock locks all the doors and the
liftgate when all of the following occur:
•
All doors are closed.
• The ignition is on.
• Your vehicle is moving at a speed
greater than 4 mph (7 km/h) for more
than two seconds. Autounlock
Autounlock unlocks all the doors when all
of the following occur:
•
The ignition is on, all doors are closed,
and your vehicle is moving at a speed
greater than
4 mph (7 km/h) for more
than two seconds.
• Your vehicle has come to a stop and
you switch the ignition off or to the
accessory position.
• The driver door is opened within 10
minutes of you switching the ignition
off or to the accessory position.
Note: The doors will not autounlock if your
vehicle has been electronically locked after
you switch the ignition off and before you
open the driver door.
Switching Autounlock On or Off
To switch autounlock on or off, use the information display controls on the steering
wheel to select the following: Action
Menu Item
Press the menu button.
Settings
Press the
OK button.
Vehicle Settings
Press the
OK button.
Locks
Press the
OK button.
Autounlock
Emergency Locking with the Key
Note: If the child safety locks are on and
you pull the interior handle, you only switch
off the emergency locking, not the child
safety lock. You can only open the doors
using the external door handle.
Note: When the doors have been unlocked
using this method, the doors must be locked
individually until the central locking function
has been repaired. If the central locking function does not
operate, lock the doors individually using
the key in the position shown.
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PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT
SYSTEM
Note:
The system is not compatible with
non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems.
Use of these systems may result in vehicle
starting problems and a loss of security
protection.
Note: Metallic objects, electronic devices
or a second programmed key on the same
key chain may cause vehicle starting
problems if they are too close to the key
when starting the engine. Prevent these
objects from touching the programmed key
while starting the engine. Switch the ignition
off, move all objects on the key chain away
from the programmed key and restart the
engine if a problem occurs.
Note: Do not leave a duplicate
programmed key in your vehicle. Always
take your keys and lock all doors when
leaving your vehicle.
SecuriLock®
The system is an engine immobilization
system. It is designed to help prevent the
engine from being started unless a
programmed key for your vehicle is used.
Using an incorrectly programmed key may
prevent the engine from starting. A
message may appear in the information
display.
If you are unable to start the engine with a
programmed key, a malfunction has
happened and a message may appear in
the information display.
Automatic Arming
The engine immobilization system arms
immediately after you switch the ignition
off. Automatic Disarming
Switching the ignition on with a
programmed key disarms the engine
immobilization system.
Replacement Keys
If your keys are lost or stolen and you do
not have a spare programmed key, you will
need to have your vehicle towed to an
authorized dealer. You need to erase the
programmed keys from your vehicle and
program new keys.
Store an extra programmed key away from
your vehicle in a safe place to help prevent
any inconveniences. We recommend that
you contact an authorized dealer to
purchase additional spare or replacement
keys.
Note:
Your vehicle comes with two keys.
Programming a Remote Flip Key
The procedure programs both the vehicle
immobilizer keycode and the remote entry
portion of the remote control to your
vehicle.
To program a new key, you require two
programmed keys and one unprogrammed
key with you in your vehicle.
We recommend that you contact an
authorized dealer to have the key
programmed if you do not have two
programmed keys.
Make sure that you complete the
procedure within 30 seconds.
Stop and wait for at least one minute
before you start again if you miss a step.
Note: You can program a maximum of six
keys to your vehicle.
Read the entire procedure before you
begin.
1. Close all the doors.
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Reduced Guard
In reduced guard, the interior sensors are
off when you arm the alarm.
Selecting Full or Reduced Guard
You can select full or reduced guard using
the information display. See General
Information (page 98).
Ask on Exit
If you switch ask on exit on, you can choose
which level of guard you require after you
switch the ignition off.
Arming the Alarm
To arm the alarm, lock your vehicle. See
Doors and Locks
(page 66).
Disarming the Alarm
Perimeter Alarm
Disarm and silence the alarm by unlocking
the doors with the key and switching the
ignition on with a correctly coded key or
unlocking the doors with the remote
control.
Anti-Theft Alarm
Disarm and silence the alarm by unlocking
the doors with the key and switching the
ignition on with a correctly coded key
within 12 seconds or unlocking the doors
with the remote control.
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