2021 FORD TRANSIT ignition

REMOTE CONTROL - VEHICLES
WITHOUT: PASSIVE ANTI-
THEFT SYSTEM (PATS)
Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (If
Equipped)
Use the key blade to start your vehicle and
unlock or lock the driver door from outside
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 a New Remote
Control
Read and understand the entire procedure
before you begin. Make sure all new and existing remote
controls are present before beginning this
procedure. This procedure erases all
existing programmed remote controls.
Reprogram all the existing remote controls
during this procedure.
1.
Unlock the vehicle with the power door
unlock control.
2. Switch the ignition from off to on eight
times within six seconds, finishing in
the off position. A tone sounds to
indicate that it is now possible to
program a remote control.
3. Press and hold any button on the remote control within 10 seconds. A
tone sounds as confirmation.
4. Repeat step 3 within 10 seconds for each remote control.
Note: Programming ends when you switch
the ignition on, or after 10 seconds.
If you have successfully programmed the
remote control, it operates the remote
entry system.
If programming was unsuccessful, wait 10
seconds and repeat the process.
Note: You can program a maximum of eight
remote controls to your vehicle.
Changing the Remote Control
Battery
The remote control uses one coin-type
three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or
equivalent.
Note: Refer to local regulations when
disposing of remote control 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 remote control from your
vehicle. The remote control should operate
normally.
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Integrated Keyhead Transmitter
1. Twist a thin coin in the slot of the
transmitter near the key ring to remove
the battery cover.
2. Remove the old battery. 3. Insert the new battery. Refer to the
instructions inside the transmitter for
the correct orientation of the battery.
Press the battery down to make sure
it is fully in the housing.
4. Reinstall the battery housing cover onto the transmitter.
Locating Your Vehicle
Press the lock button on the remote
control twice within three seconds. The
horn sounds and the direction indicators
flash. Note:
If locking was not successful, any
door is open, or if the hood is open on
vehicles with an alarm or remote start then
the horn sounds but the direction indicators
do not flash.
Switching the Panic Alarm On and
Off Press the button on the remote
control to switch the panic alarm
on. Press the button again or
switch the ignition on to switch the panic
alarm off.
We recommend you do not use this
method to locate your vehicle.
Note: The panic alarm only operates when
the ignition is off.
REMOTE CONTROL - VEHICLES
WITH: PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT
SYSTEM (PATS)
Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (If
Equipped) Use the key blade to start your vehicle and
unlock or lock the driver door from outside
your vehicle.
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Note:
If locking was not successful, any
door is open, or if the hood is open on
vehicles with an alarm or remote start then
the horn sounds but the direction indicators
do not flash.
Switching the Panic Alarm On and
Off Press the button on the remote
control to switch the panic alarm
on. Press the button again or
switch the ignition on to switch the panic
alarm off.
We recommend you do not use this
method to locate your vehicle.
Note: The panic alarm only operates when
the ignition is off.
REMOTE CONTROL - VEHICLES
WITH: POWER SLIDING DOOR
Use the key blade to start your vehicle and
unlock or lock the driver door from outside
your vehicle. The buttons on the key
operate the remote control function. Changing the Remote Control
Battery
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. Make sure that you dispose of
old batteries in an
environmentally friendly way.
Seek advice from your local authority
about recycling old batteries.
The remote control uses one coin-type
three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or
equivalent. 1. Press the release button.
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CREATING A MYKEY
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 to confirm that the key is restricted after you switch
the ignition off.
This Key restricted at
Next Key Cycle. Label
Key as MyKey
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
Select 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
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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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USING MYKEY WITH REMOTE
START SYSTEMS
The system is not compatible with
non-Ford remote start systems.
MYKEY – TROUBLESHOOTING
What is an admin key?
•
An admin key is a key that has not been
created as a MyKey. See Creating a
MyKey (page 71).
Why can I not create a MyKey?
• 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 always has
to be at least one admin key.
Why can I not program a MyKey?
• The key used to switch the ignition on
is not an admin key.
• No MyKeys are created. See Creating
a MyKey
(page 71).
Why can I not clear the MyKeys?
• The key used to switch the ignition on
is not an admin key.
• No MyKeys are created. See Creating
a MyKey
(page 71).
Why does the MyKey distance not
accumulate?
• The key used to start the engine is an
admin key.
• No MyKeys are created. See Creating
a MyKey
(page 71).
• The MyKeys have been cleared.
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