2022 FORD ESCAPE remote start

Changing the Remote Control Battery -Vehicles With: Push Button Start .......60
Changing the Remote Control Battery - Vehicles With: Flip Key .............................61
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control ........................................................................\
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Programming the Remote Control .........62
Keys and Remote Controls – Troubleshooting ........................................63
MyKey™
What Is MyKey ...............................................64
MyKey Settings ..............................................64
Creating a MyKey - Vehicles With: PushButton Start ................................................65
Creating a MyKey - Vehicles With: Flip Key ..................................................................65
Programming a MyKey ................................65
Clearing All MyKeys ......................................66
Checking MyKey System Status .............66
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems ........................................................66
MyKey – Troubleshooting ..........................66
Doors and Locks
Operating the Doors From Outside Your Vehicle ..........................................................69
Operating the Doors From Inside Your Vehicle ..........................................................69
Autounlock ......................................................70
Autolock ............................................................70
Mislock ..............................................................70
Doors and Locks Audible Warnings .........71
Doors and Locks – Troubleshooting ........................................................................\
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Keyless Entry
Locating the Keyless Entry Keypad .........73
Keyless Entry Limitations ...........................73
Master Access Code .....................................73
Keyless Entry Settings .................................74 Locking and Unlocking the Doors Using
Keyless Entry ...............................................75
Keyless Entry – Troubleshooting .............75
Easy Entry and Exit
How Does Easy Entry and Exit Work ........................................................................\
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Switching Easy Entry and Exit On and Off ....................................................................77
Liftgate - Vehicles With:Manual Liftgate
Opening the Liftgate ....................................78
Closing the Liftgate ......................................78
Liftgate - Vehicles With: PowerLiftgate
Liftgate Precautions ....................................80
Opening the Liftgate ...................................80
Setting the Liftgate Opening Height........................................................................\
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Closing the Liftgate ......................................82
Stopping the Liftgate Movement ...........84
Liftgate Obstacle Detection .....................84
Liftgate – Troubleshooting ........................85
Security
Passive Anti-Theft System ........................87
Anti-Theft Alarm System ...........................87
Anti-Theft Alarm System Settings ........88
Security – Troubleshooting .......................89
Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel ...................91
Horn .....................................................................91
Switching the Heated Steering Wheel On and Off ....................................................91
Wipers and Washers
Wipers ...............................................................92
Autowipers ......................................................92
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Head Up Display Settings ..........................131
Head Up Display Indicators ......................132
Head Up Display – Troubleshooting........................................................................\
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Remote Start
What Is Remote Start ................................134
Remote Start Precautions .......................134
Remote Start Limitations .........................134
Enabling Remote Start ..............................134
Remotely Starting and Stopping theVehicle .........................................................134
Extending the Remote Start Duration ........................................................................\
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Remote Start Remote Control Indicators ........................................................................\
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Remote Start Settings ...............................135
Climate Control
Manual Climate Control ............................137
Automatic Climate Control - Vehicles With: Dual Automatic Temperature
Control (DATC) ........................................138
Automatic Climate Control - Vehicles With: Electronic Automatic
Temperature Control (EATC) ...............141
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate - Vehicles With: Automatic
Temperature Control .............................144
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate - Vehicles With: Manual Temperature
Control .........................................................145
Heated Windshield .....................................146
Heated Rear Window .................................146
Heated Exterior Mirrors .............................146
Interior Air Quality
What Is the Cabin Air Filter .......................147
Replacing the Cabin Air Filter ..................147
Front Seats
Front Seat Precautions .............................148 Sitting in the Correct Position .................148
Manual Seats ................................................149
Power Seats ....................................................151
Heated Seats ................................................154
Rear Seats
Manual Seats ................................................155
Rear Occupant Alert System
What is the Rear Occupant Alert System
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How Does the Rear Occupant Alert System Work .............................................158
Rear Occupant Alert System Precautions ........................................................................\
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Rear Occupant Alert System Limitations ........................................................................\
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Switching Rear Occupant Alert System On and Off .................................................158
Rear Occupant Alert System Indicators ........................................................................\
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Rear Occupant Alert System Audible Warnings .....................................................159
Memory Function
How Does the Memory Function Work........................................................................\
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Memory Function Precautions ...............160
Locating the Memory Function Buttons ........................................................................\
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Saving a Preset Position ...........................160
Recalling a Preset Position ......................160
Garage Door Opener
What Is the Garage Door Opener ..........162
How Does the Garage Door Opener Work
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Garage Door Opener Precautions .........162
Garage Door Opener Limitations ..........162
Programming the Garage Door Opener to Your Hand-Held Transmitter .........163
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REMOTE CONTROL
LIMITATIONS
WARNING: Changes or
modifications not expressively approved
by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate
the equipment. The term "IC:" before the
radio certification number only signifies
that Industry Canada technical
specifications were met.
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and with Industry Canada
license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) This device
must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Make sure a valid remote control is within
5 ft (1.5 m) from the front door handles
and rear of vehicle.
The system may not function if:
• The remote control remains stationary for about a minute.
• The vehicle battery has no charge.
• The remote control battery has no charge.
• There is interference causing issues with the remote control frequencies.
• The remote control is too close to metal objects or electronic devices, for
example keys or a cell phone.
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL
Use your remote control to access various
vehicle systems.
Note: The buttons on your remote may vary
depending on the vehicle region or options.
Unlock
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Press the button to unlock all
doors. See Unlocking and
Locking the Doors Using the
Remote Control (page 69).
Lock
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Press the button to lock all
doors. See Unlocking and
Locking the Doors Using the
Remote Control (page 69).
Remote Start (If Equipped)
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Press the button to remote start.
See Remotely Starting and
Stopping the Vehicle (page
134).
Liftgate (If Equipped)
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Press the button to open or close
the liftgate. See Opening the
Liftgate Using the Remote
Control (page 81).
Panic Alarm
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Press the button to sound the
panic alarm. See Sounding the
Panic Alarm (page 59).
OPENING AND CLOSING THE
FLIP KEY
Opening Your Flip Key
Press the round button on the remote
control to extend the flip key.
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CHANGING THE REMOTE
CONTROL BATTERY -
VEHICLES WITH: PUSH
BUTTON START
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.
The remote control uses one coin-type
3-volt lithium battery CR2450 or
equivalent.
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1. Push the release button and pull the key blade out.
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2. Twist a thin coin under the tab hiddenbehind the key blade head to remove
the battery cover.
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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
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1. Remove the mat covering the backup
location.
2. Remove the key blade from the transmitter.
3. Place the passive key in the position shown, with the buttons facing upward. 4. Switch the ignition on.
5. Using your touchscreen, press
Menu.
6. Press Settings.
7. Press Vehicle.
8. Press MyKey.
9. Press Create MyKey.
10. Press Ye s if you want to create the
key as MyKey. A confirmation
message will appear on the screen.
11. Switch the ignition off.
Note: We recommend that you label this
key.
CREATING A MYKEY -
VEHICLES WITH: FLIP KEY
1. Switch the ignition on using an admin key.
2. Using your touchscreen select Menu.
3. Select Settings.
4. Select the Vehicle.
5. Select MyKey.
6. Select Create MyKey .
7. Press and hold the OK button until a confirmation message appears in the
information display.
8. Switch the ignition off.
Note: 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 .
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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 Ye s.
CHECKING MYKEY SYSTEM
S TAT U S
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
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 - VEHICLES WITH: PUSH BUTTON
START
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 65).
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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PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT
SYSTEM
WHAT IS THE PASSIVE ANTI-
THEFT SYSTEM
The passive anti-theft system prevents
someone from starting the vehicle with an
incorrectly coded key.
Note:Do not leave a duplicate coded key
in your vehicle. Always take the keys and
lock all the doors when leaving your vehicle.
HOW DOES THE PASSIVE ANTI-
THEFT SYSTEM WORK
The passive anti-theft system arms when
you switch the ignition off.
It disarms when the ignition is switched on
with a correctly coded key.
Note: The system is not compatible with
non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems.
Note: Do not leave a duplicate coded key
in your vehicle. Always take the keys and
lock all doors when leaving your vehicle.
ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM
WHAT IS THE ANTI-THEFT ALARM
SYSTEM
The Anti-Theft Alarm System warns you
of an unauthorized entry to your vehicle.
HOW DOES THE ANTI-THEFT
ALARM SYSTEM WORK
When armed, the anti-theft alarm is
triggered in any of the following ways:
• If someone opens a door, the liftgate or the hood without a correctly coded
key or remote control.
• If you turn the power on without a correctly coded key.
• If the interior sensors detect movement inside your vehicle.
• If the inclination sensors detect an attempt to raise your vehicle.
• If someone disconnects the vehicle battery or the battery backup alarm.
If the anti-theft alarm is triggered, the
alarm horn sounds for 30 seconds and the
direction indicators flash for 5 minutes.
Any further attempts to carry out one of
the above sounds the alarm again.
WHAT IS THE PERIMETER ALARM
The perimeter alarm is designed to detect
unauthorized access to your vehicle.
WHAT ARE THE INTERIOR
SENSORS
The interior sensors are designed to detect
any movement inside your vehicle.
The interior sensors are in the overhead
console.
Note: Do not cover the interior sensors.
WHAT ARE THE INCLINATION
SENSORS
The inclination sensor is designed to detect
an attempt to raise your vehicle, for
example to remove a wheel or to tow it
away.
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WHAT IS THE BATTERY BACKUP
ALARM
The battery backup alarm is an additional
alarm sounder that has its own battery. It
can detect if the vehicle battery is
disconnected to overcome the alarm
system.
ARMING THE ANTI-THEFT ALARM
SYSTEM
The alarm is ready to arm when your
vehicle is switched off.
Lock your vehicle with your remote control
to arm the alarm.
DISARMING THE ANTI-THEFT
ALARM SYSTEM
Disarm the alarm by performing any of the
following actions:
• Unlock the doors or luggagecompartment with the remote control.
• Switch your vehicle on or start your vehicle.
ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM
SETTINGS
WHAT ARE THE ALARM SECURITY
LEVELS
You can select two levels of alarm security,
all sensors and perimeter sensing.
All Sensors
All sensors is the standard setting. In all sensors, all equipped sensors are on
when you arm the alarm.
Note:
Do not arm the alarm with all sensors
if passengers, animals or other moving
objects are inside your vehicle.
Perimeter Sensing
In perimeter sensing, the interior sensors
are off when you arm the alarm.
All the other equipped sensors activate
when you arm the alarm in this mode.
SETTING THE ALARM SECURITY
LEVEL
1. Press Settings on the touchscreen.
2. Press Vehicle Settings .
3. Press Alarm System.
4. Press Motion Sensors .
5. Press a setting.
WHAT IS ASK ON EXIT
You can choose which level of security you
require after you switch the ignition off.
Note: If you do not choose a setting, the
system defaults to all sensors.
SWITCHING ASK ON EXIT ON AND
OFF
1. Press Settings on the touchscreen.
2. Press Vehicle Settings .
3. Press Alarm System.
4. Switch Ask on Exit on or off.
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