2021 FORD EDGE key

2. Twist a thin coin under the tab hidden
behind the key blade head to remove
the battery cover. 3. Insert a screwdriver, and carefully
remove the battery.
4. Install a new battery with the + facing
upward.
5. Reinstall the battery housing cover onto the transmitter and install the key
blade. Dispose of old batteries in an
environmentally friendly way.
Seek advice from your local
authority about recycling old batteries.
Note: Do not wipe off any grease on the
battery terminals or on the back surface of
the circuit board.
Note: Replacing the battery does not erase
the programmed key from your vehicle. The
remote control should operate normally.
REPLACING A LOST KEY OR
REMOTE CONTROL
You can purchase replacement keys or
remote controls from an authorized dealer.
Authorized dealers can program remote
controls for your vehicle.
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PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE
CONTROL
Note:
You can program a maximum of four
remote controls to your vehicle.
Note: If your programmed remote controls
are lost or stolen and you do not have an
extra coded remote, you need to have your
vehicle towed to an authorized dealer. Store
an extra programmed remote away from
your vehicle in a safe place to help prevent
any inconvenience. Contact an authorized
dealer to purchase additional spare or
replacement remotes.
You must have two previously
programmed remote controls inside your
vehicle and the new unprogrammed
remote controls readily accessible. Contact
an authorized dealer to have the spare
remote control programmed if two
previously programmed remotes are not
available. Make sure that your vehicle is
off before beginning this procedure. Make
sure that you close all the doors 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 you perform
any steps out of sequence.
Read and understand the entire procedure
before you begin. Programming Backup Location
1. Open the center console lid (1).
2. Place the first programmed remote in
the backup slot inside the center
console (2), with your foot off the
brake pedal press and release the push
button ignition switch.
3. Wait a few seconds and then press and
release the push button ignition switch
again.
4. Remove the remote control.
5. Within 10 seconds, place a second programmed remote control in the
backup slot. Press and release the
push button ignition switch.
6. Wait a few seconds and then press and
release the push button ignition switch
again. Keep the ignition on for a few
seconds, but no more than 10 seconds.
7. Remove the remote control.
8. Place the unprogrammed remote control in the backup slot and press
and release the push button ignition
switch.
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Programming is now complete. With your
foot on the brake pedal press the push
button ignition switch to verify the remote
control functions operate and your vehicle
starts with the new remote control.
If programming was not successful, wait
10 seconds and repeat Steps 1 through 7.
If you are still unsuccessful, contact an
authorized dealer to program remote
controls for your vehicle.
KEYS AND REMOTE CONTROLS – TROUBLESHOOTING
Keys and Remote Controls – Information Messages Action
Message
Replace remote control battery.
Key Battery Low Replace
Soon
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WHAT IS MYKEY
MyK
e y
MyKey allows you to program keys with
restricted driving modes to promote good
driving habits.
MYKEY SETTINGS
Non-Configurable MyKey Settings
Seatbelt Reminder or Belt-
Minder™
MyKey mutes the audio system until the
front seat passengers buckle the front seat
belts.
Note:
If your vehicle includes an AM/FM
radio or a very basic audio system, then the
radio may not mute.
Satellite Radio (If Equipped)
Some Satellite radio channels have
restricted access to adult radio content.
Early Low Fuel
The low fuel level warning lamp turns on
earlier.
Driving and Parking Aids
You cannot configure settings for parking
aids, blind spot information system, and
cross traffic alert. These systems turn on
when the vehicle turns on, and you cannot
switch them off with a MyKey.
You cannot configure settings for
pre-collision assist and lane keeping. These
systems turn on when the vehicle turns on,
but you can switch them off with a MyKey.
A new destination in the navigation system
can only be set using voice commands
when using a MyKey, and with your vehicle
moving. Note:
MyKey drivers may be able to switch
the lane departure warning feature off, but
this feature turns back on automatically
with every new key cycle.
Configurable MyKey Settings
You can configure the following settings
after creating a MyKey. See
Creating a
MyKey (page 67).
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 Minder
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.
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Emergency Assistance
If you set emergency assistance to always
on, you cannot switch it off with a MyKey.
Do Not Disturb
If you set do not disturb to always on, you
cannot switch it off with a MyKey.
Note:
If a phone is connected using Apple
CarPlay or Android Auto while driving with
a MyKey, the driver can receive phone calls
and text messages even if the do not disturb
restriction is on, and if the vehicle is
equipped with satellite radio, the adult
content is not restricted.
Traction Control
If you set traction control to always on, you
cannot switch it off with a MyKey.
CREATING A MYKEY 1. Raise the console storage
compartment lid. 2. Place the passive key in the position
shown, with the buttons facing the rear
of the vehicle.
3. Switch the ignition on.
4. Access the main menu in the information display and then scroll
through the menus to change the
settings of your MyKey. From the
MyKey menu select the option Create
MyKey See Instrument Cluster
Display Main Menu (page 117).
5. Switch the ignition off.
Note: The programmed restrictions apply
when you key off, open and close driver door
and restart your vehicle with the
programmed key or remote control.
Note: We recommend that you label this
key.
PROGRAMMING A MYKEY
You can only program MyKeys to the same
settings.
1. Switch the ignition on using an admin key.
2. Press the menu button on the steering
wheel to enter the information display
main menu.
3. Select
Settings.
4. Select
MyKey.
5. Select a setting and press the
OK
button.
6. Configure the setting.
7. Switch the ignition off.
CLEARING ALL MYKEYS
When you clear all MyKeys, you remove all
restrictions and return all MyKeys to their
original admin key status.
1. Switch the ignition on using an admin key.
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2.
Press the menu button on the steering
wheel to enter the information display
main menu.
3. Select Settings.
4. Select
MyKey.
5. Select
Clear MyKeys.
6. Press and hold the
OK button until a
confirmation message appears in the
information display.
CHECKING MYKEY SYSTEM
STATUS
You can find information about the
distance traveled using a MyKey and also
the number of admin keys and MyKeys
created for your vehicle. 1. Switch the ignition on.
2.
Press the menu button on the steering
wheel to enter the information display
main menu.
3. Select
Settings.
4. Select
MyKey.
5. Select
MyKey Info.
USING MYKEY WITH REMOTE
START SYSTEMS
MyKey is not compatible with unapproved,
aftermarket remote start systems. If you
choose to install a remote start system,
see an authorized dealer for an approved
remote start system.
MYKEY – TROUBLESHOOTING
MyKey – Information Messages Description
Message
Displays when trying to create a MyKey and the admin key is
not placed in the backup position. See
Creating a MyKey
(page 67).
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 to confirm that the key is restricted after you switch
the ignition off.
This Key restricted at
Next Key Cycle. Label
Key as MyKey
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MyKey – Frequently Asked
Questions
What is an admin key?
An admin key is a key that you have
not created as a MyKey. See Creating
a MyKey (page 67).
Why am I not able to create a MyKey? You have not placed the admin key in
the backup position. See
Creating a
MyKey (page 67). The key used to
switch the ignition on is not an admin
key. The key used to switch the ignition
on is the only admin key. There has to
be at least one admin key. You did not
switch the ignition off after creating
the last MyKey.
Why am I not able to program a MyKey? The admin key is not inside your
vehicle. The key used to switch the
ignition on is not an admin key. You
have not created any MyKeys. See
Creating a MyKey
(page 67).
Why am I not able to clear the MyKeys? The admin key is not inside your
vehicle. The key used to switch the
ignition on is not an admin key. You
have not created any MyKeys. See
Creating a MyKey
(page 67).
Why is the MyKey distance not
accumulating? The key used to start the engine is an
admin key. An admin key and a MyKey
are inside your vehicle. You have not
created any MyKeys. See
Creating a
MyKey (page 67). You have cleared
the MyKeys. See Clearing All
MyKeys (page 67). Why am I not able to start the engine
with a MyKey?
An admin key and a MyKey are inside
your vehicle. The system recognizes
only the admin key when both are
present.
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OPERATING THE DOORS
FROM OUTSIDE YOUR
VEHICLE
Unlocking and Locking the Doors
Using the Remote Control
You can only use the remote control when
your vehicle is stationary.
Unlocking the Doors
Press the button to unlock all
doors.
Locking the Doors Press the button to lock all
doors. One short flash of the
turn signal lamps confirms that
your vehicle has locked.
Note: For more information on operating
the doors from outside your vehicle See
Keyless Entry (page 74).
Unlocking and Locking the Doors
Using the Key Blade
If there is a power door lock fault you can
use the key blade to lock and unlock the
doors. Turn clockwise to lock.
Turn counterclockwise to unlock.
Individually Unlocking and Locking
the Doors Using the Key Blade
If there is a power door lock fault you can
use the key blade to lock and unlock the
doors.
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