With your passive key within 3 ft (1 m) of your
vehicle, touch the outer door handle lock
sensor for approximately one second to lock,
being careful not to touch the unlock sensor
on the back of the door handle at the same
time. After locking, you can immediately pull
on the door handle to confirm locking
occurred without inadvertently unlocking.
Opening the Liftgate with the Remote
Control Press the exterior liftgate release button
inside of the liftgate handle. The liftgate
unlocks and opens. See Opening the
Liftgate From Outside Your Vehicle (page
98). KEYLESS ENTRY –
TROUBLESHOOTING
KEYLESS ENTRY – FREQUENTLY
ASKED QUESTIONS
Why does the keypad not accept the access
code?
If you enter the access code too fast on
the keypad, the unlock function may not
work. Slowly re-enter the access code.
Why does the passive key not work? The system deactivates passive keys
left inside your vehicle when you lock
it. You cannot switch the ignition on
using a deactivated passive key. Press
the unlock button on the remote control
to reactivate a passive key.
Why does the keypad not function? The keypad goes into an anti-scan
mode if you enter a wrong code seven
times. The anti-scan mode disables the
keypad for one minute and the red light
flashes.
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The anti-scan feature turns off after:
•
One minute of keypad inactivity.
• You press the unlock button on the
remote control.
• You switch the ignition on.
• You unlock your vehicle using keyless
entry. USING THE KEYLESS ENTRY
KEYPAD
Unlocking the Doors Enter the factory-set five-digit code or your
personal code. You must press each number
within five seconds of each other.
•
Press 3-4 within five seconds to unlock
all doors. Locking the Doors
Press and hold 7·8 and 9·0 at the same time
with the driver door closed.
Note:
You do not need to enter the code
first.
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LIFTGATE PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: It is extremely dangerous
to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of
a vehicle. In a crash, people riding in these
areas are more likely to be seriously
injured or killed. Do not allow people to
ride in any area of your vehicle that is not
equipped with seats and seatbelts. Make
sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat
and properly using a seatbelt. Failure to
follow this warning could result in serious
personal injury or death. WARNING: Make sure that you fully
close the liftgate to prevent exhaust fumes
from entering your vehicle. If you are
unable to fully close the liftgate, open the
air vents or the windows to allow fresh air
to enter your vehicle. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in personal injury
or death. WARNING:
Keep keys out of reach
of children. Do not allow children to
operate or play near an open or moving
power liftgate. You should supervise the
operation of the power liftgate at all times.
OPENING THE LIFTGATE
OPENING THE LIFTGATE FROM INSIDE
YOUR VEHICLE With the transmission in park (P),
press the button on the instrument
panel.
Note: Be careful when opening or closing
the liftgate in a garage or other enclosed
area to avoid damaging the liftgate.
Note: Do not hang anything, for example a
bike rack, from the glass or liftgate. This
could damage the liftgate and its
components.
Note: Do not leave the liftgate open while
driving. This could damage the liftgate and
its components. OPENING THE LIFTGATE FROM
OUTSIDE YOUR VEHICLE
Glass.
A
Door.B
1. Unlock the liftgate with the remote control or power door unlock control. If
a remote control is within 3 ft (1 m) of the
liftgate, the liftgate unlocks when you
press the liftgate release button.
2. Press button B.
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Note:
Allow the power system to open the
liftgate. Manually pushing or pulling the
liftgate may activate the system’ s obstacle
detection feature and stop the power
operation or reverse its direction, replicate
a strut failure, or damage mechanical
components.
Note: Be careful when opening or closing
the liftgate in a garage or other enclosed
area to avoid damaging the liftgate.
Note: Do not hang anything, for example a
bike rack, from the glass or liftgate. This
could damage the liftgate and its
components.
Note: Do not leave the liftgate open while
driving. This could damage the liftgate and
its components.
Switching the Power Liftgate On or Off
You can switch the power liftgate on or off
through the vehicle settings on your
touchscreen.
Note: When switched off, the liftgate only
unlatches and will not power open or close. OPENING THE LIFTGATE USING THE
REMOTE CONTROL Press the button twice within three
seconds.
Note: Be careful when opening or closing
the liftgate in a garage or other enclosed
area to avoid damaging the liftgate.
Note: Do not hang anything, for example a
bike rack, from the glass or liftgate. This
could damage the liftgate and its
components.
Note: Do not leave the liftgate open while
driving. This could damage the liftgate and
its components.
OPENING THE HANDS-FREE LIFTGATE
(If Equipped)
Make sure you have the passive key within
3 ft (1 m) of the liftgate.
1. Stand behind your vehicle, and face the liftgate. 2. Move your foot, in a single-kick motion,
without pausing, under and away from
the rear bumper detection area. 3. The liftgate opens.
Avoid the following actions when using the
hands-free opening feature:
•
Making physical contact with the bumper.
• Holding your foot under the bumper.
• Sweeping your foot from side to side, or
kicking at an odd angle.
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Note:
Make sure that you close the liftgate
before operating or moving your vehicle,
especially in an enclosure, like a garage or
a parking structure. This could damage the
liftgate and its components.
Note: Make sure the area behind your
vehicle is free from obstruction and that
there is enough room for you to operate the
liftgate. Objects too close to your vehicle,
for example a wall, garage door or another
vehicle may come into contact with the
moving liftgate. This could damage the
liftgate and its components.
Note: Make sure that you fully close the
liftgate to prevent cargo from falling out.
CLOSING THE LIFTGATE FROM
OUTSIDE YOUR VEHICLE WARNING: Make sure all persons
are clear of the power liftgate area before
using the power liftgate control. Press and release the liftgate button.
Note:
Make sure that you close the liftgate
before operating or moving your vehicle,
especially in an enclosure, like a garage or
a parking structure. This could damage the
liftgate and its components. Note:
Make sure the area behind your
vehicle is free from obstruction and that
there is enough room for you to operate the
liftgate. Objects too close to your vehicle,
for example a wall, garage door or another
vehicle may come into contact with the
moving liftgate This could damage the
liftgate and its components.
Note: Make sure you fully close the liftgate
to prevent cargo from falling out.
CLOSING THE LIFTGATE USING THE
REMOTE CONTROL WARNING:
Make sure all persons
are clear of the power liftgate area before
using the power liftgate control. Press the button twice within three
seconds.
Note: Make sure that you close the liftgate
before operating or moving your vehicle,
especially in an enclosure, like a garage or
a parking structure. This could damage the
liftgate and its components.
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Note:
Make sure the area behind your
vehicle is free from obstruction and that
there is enough room for you to operate the
liftgate. Objects too close to your vehicle,
for example a wall, garage door or another
vehicle may come into contact with the
moving liftgate. This could damage the
liftgate and its components.
Note: Make sure that you fully close the
liftgate to prevent cargo from falling out.
CLOSING THE HANDS-FREE LIFTGATE
(If Equipped)
Make sure you have the remote control
within 3 ft (1 m) of the liftgate.
1. Stand behind your vehicle, and face the liftgate.
2. Move your foot, in a single-kick motion, without pausing, under and away from
the rear bumper detection area. 3. The liftgate closes.
Avoid the following actions when using the
hands-free opening feature:
•
Making physical contact with the bumper.
• Holding your foot under the bumper.
• Sweeping your foot from side to side, or
kicking at an odd angle. Detection Zones
The detection area is on the left-hand side
and right-hand side of the rear bumper area.
Note:
Some vehicles may have the ability to
detect the kicking motion from under the
trailer hitch.
Note: Allow the power system to close the
liftgate. Manually pushing the liftgate may
activate the system’ s obstacle detection
feature and stop the power operation or
reverse its direction, replicate a strut failure,
or damage mechanical components.
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STOPPING THE LIFTGATE
MOVEMENT
Note:
Do not apply sudden excessive force
to the liftgate while it is in motion. This could
damage the power liftgate and its
components.
Note: Selections will vary depending on
region or options.
You can stop the liftgate movement by doing
any of the following:
• Pressing the liftgate control button on
the liftgate.
• Pressing the liftgate control button inside
the vehicle.
• Pressing the liftgate button on the remote
control twice.
• Pressing the liftgate button on an
authorized device.
• Moving your foot under and away from
the center rear bumper in a single-kick
motion. LIFTGATE OBSTACLE DETECTION
Closing the Liftgate
The system stops when it detects an
obstacle. A tone sounds and the system
reverses to open. Once you remove the
obstacle, you can power close the liftgate.
Note:
To prevent accidental obstacle
detection, let the power liftgate close
completely before you enter your vehicle.
Opening the Liftgate
The system stops when it detects an
obstacle and a tone sounds. Once you
remove the obstacle, you can continue to
operate the liftgate. OPENING AND CLOSING THE
LIFTGATE WINDOW
Glass.
A
Door.B
1. Unlock the liftgate window with the remote control or power door unlock
control. If the remote control is within
3 ft (1 m) of the liftgate, the liftgate
window unlocks when you press the
release button.
2. Press button A and then lift to open.
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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 tailgate 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 someone disconnects the trailer. See
Connecting a Trailer (page 345).
Any further attempts to carry out one of the
above, sounds the alarm again.
If the anti-theft alarm is triggered, the alarm
horn sounds for 30 seconds and the turn
signals flash for five minutes.
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.
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