2021 FORD F-150 Owners Manual

1. Push the release button and pull the
key blade out. 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.
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CHANGING THE REMOTE
CONTROL BATTERY -
VEHICLES WITH: FLIP KEY
WARNING: Keep batteries away
from children to prevent ingestion.
Failure to follow this instruction could
result in personal injury or death. If
ingested, immediately seek medical
attention. WARNING:
If the battery
compartment does not securely close,
stop using the remote control and
replace it as soon as possible. In the
meantime, keep the remote control away
from children. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in personal injury
or death.
Battery Replacement Procedure
The remote control uses one coin-type
3-volt lithium battery CR2032 or
equivalent.
Press the button to release the key blade
before beginning the procedure. 1. Insert a screwdriver, in the position
shown and gently push the clip.
2. Press the clip down to release the battery cover. 3. Carefully remove the cover.
4. Insert a screwdriver as shown to
release the battery. Note:
Do not touch the battery contacts or
the printed circuit board with the
screwdriver.
5. Remove the battery.
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6. Install a new battery with the + facing
up.
7. Replace the battery cover. 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. Note:
Your vehicle keys came with a
security label that provides important key
cut information. Keep the label in a safe
place for future reference. PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE
CONTROL - VEHICLES WITH:
PUSH BUTTON START
General Information
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.
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.
Steps for Programming Your Spare
Remote Control
Note: Your vehicle is equipped with one of
the following center consoles.
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Programming Backup Location
1. Place the first programmed remote in
the backup slot inside the cup holder
or center console with your foot off the
brake pedal, press and release the push
button ignition switch.
2. Wait five seconds and then press and release the push button ignition switch
again.
3. Remove the remote control.
4. Within 10 seconds, place a second programmed remote control in the
backup slot. Press and release the
push button ignition switch.
5. Wait five seconds and then press and release the push button ignition switch
again. Keep the ignition on for at least
three seconds, but no more than 10
seconds.
6. Remove the remote control. 7. Place the unprogrammed remote
control in the backup slot and press
and release the push button ignition
switch.
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, take your
vehicle to an authorized dealer.
PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE
CONTROL - VEHICLES WITH:
FLIP KEY
General Information
You can program your own remote control
to your vehicle. This procedure programs
both the engine immobilizer keycode and
the remote entry portion of the remote
control to your vehicle.
Only use remote controls with an
integrated mechanical key.
You must have two previously
programmed coded remote controls and
the new un–programmed remote readily
accessible. Contact an authorized dealer
to have the spare remote control
programmed if the two previously
programmed coded remote controls are
not available.
Read and understand the entire procedure
before you begin.
Steps for Programming Your Spare
Remote Control
1. Insert the first previously programmed
coded key into the ignition.
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2.
Switch the ignition from off to on. Keep
the ignition on for at least three
seconds, but no more than 10 seconds.
3. Switch the ignition off and remove the
first coded key from the ignition.
4. After three seconds but within 10 seconds of switching the ignition off,
insert the second previously coded key
into the ignition.
5. Switch the ignition from off to on. Keep
the ignition on for at least three
seconds, but no more than 10 seconds.
6. Switch the ignition off and remove the
second previously programmed coded
key from the ignition.
7. After three seconds but within 10 seconds of switching the ignition off
and removing the previously
programmed coded key, insert the new
un–programmed key into the ignition. 8.
Switch the ignition from off to on. Keep
the ignition on for at least six seconds
until you hear the door locks cycle.
9. Remove the newly programmed coded
key from the ignition.
The key starts the engine if programming
is successful. You can operate the keyless
remote entry system with the new remote
control with integrated key.
If programming was not successful, wait
20 seconds and repeat Steps 1 through 8.
If you are still unsuccessful, take your
vehicle to an authorized dealer.
Note: You can program a maximum of six
coded remote controls to 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
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 100).
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
reduces. 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 comes
with satellite radio, there is no restriction on
the adult content.
Traction and Stability Control
If you set traction control or stability
control to always on, you cannot switch it
off with a MyKey.
CREATING A MYKEY -
VEHICLES WITH: PUSH
BUTTON START
Vehicles with a center console shifter: 1. Remove the mat from the center
console cup holder.
2. Remove the key blade from the transmitter. 3.
Place the remote control in the backup
slot with the buttons facing toward the
front of the vehicle.
4. Switch the ignition on using an admin key.
5. Press Settings on the touchscreen.
6. Press
Vehicle Settings.
7. Press
MyKey.
8. Press
Create MyKey.
9. Press
Yes.
Note: After you confirm the creation of a
MyKey, we recommend that you label this
key.
Vehicles with a column shifter. 1. Raise the front center seat storage lid.
2.
Place the remote control in the backup
slot with the buttons facing toward the
front of the vehicle.
3. Switch the ignition on using an admin key.
4. Press
Settings on the touchscreen.
5. Press
Vehicle Settings.
6. Press
MyKey.
7. Press
Create MyKey.
8. Press
Yes.
Note: After you confirm the creation of a
MyKey, we recommend that you label this
key.
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CREATING A MYKEY -
VEHICLES WITH: FLIP KEY
1. Switch the ignition on using an admin
key.
2. Press Settings on the touchscreen.
3. Press
Vehicle Settings.
4. Press
MyKey.
5. Press
Create MyKey.
6. Press
Yes.
Note: After you confirm the creation of a
MyKey, we recommend that you label this
key.
PROGRAMMING A MYKEY
You can program any remote control to
become a restricted MyKey, but you must
leave one unmodified as an admin key.
1. Switch the ignition on using an admin key.
2. Press
Settings on the touchscreen.
3. Press
Vehicle Settings.
4. Press
MyKey.
5. Select a setting and press the
OK
button.
6. Configure the setting
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.
2. Press
Settings on the touchscreen.
3. Press
Vehicle Settings.
4. Press
MyKey.
5. Press
Clear All MyKeys.
6. Press
Yes.
CHECKING MYKEY SYSTEM
STATUS
You can find information about the
distance traveled using a MyKey, and the
number of admin keys and MyKeys created
for your vehicle.
1. Switch the ignition on.
2. Press
Settings on the touchscreen.
3. Press
Vehicle Settings.
4. Press
MyKey.
5. Press
MyKey Information.
USING MYKEY WITH REMOTE
START SYSTEMS
(IF EQUIPPED)
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.
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