2023 FORD BRONCO SPORT keyless

GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING: Extended idling at highengine speeds can produce very hightemperatures in the engine and exhaustsystem, creating the risk of fire or otherdamage.
WARNING: Do not park, idle ordrive your vehicle on dry grass or otherdry ground cover. The emission systemheats up the engine compartment andexhaust system, creating the risk of fire.
WARNING: Do not start the enginein a closed garage or in other enclosedareas. Exhaust fumes are toxic. Alwaysopen the garage door before you startthe engine. Failure to follow thisinstruction could result in personal injuryor death.
WARNING: Exhaust leaks mayresult in entry of harmful and potentiallylethal fumes into the passengercompartment. If you smell exhaustfumes inside your vehicle, have yourvehicle inspected immediately. Do notdrive if you smell exhaust fumes.
If you disconnect the battery, your vehiclemay exhibit some unusual drivingcharacteristics for approximately 6 mi(10 km) after you reconnect it. This isbecause the engine management systemmust realign itself with the engine. You candisregard any unusual drivingcharacteristics during this period.
The powertrain control system meets allCanadian interference-causing equipmentstandard requirements regulating theimpulse electrical field or radio noise.
When you start the engine, avoid pressingthe accelerator pedal before and duringoperation. Only use the accelerator pedalwhen you have difficulty starting theengine.
IGNITION SWITCH (IF EQUIPPED)
0 (off) - The ignition is off.
Note: When you switch the ignition off andleave your vehicle, do not leave your key inthe ignition. This could cause your vehiclebattery to lose charge.
I (accessory) - Allows the electricalaccessories, such as the radio, to operatewhile the engine is not running.
Note: Do not leave the ignition key in thisposition for too long. This could cause yourvehicle battery to lose charge.
II (on) - All electrical circuits areoperational and the warning lamps andindicators illuminate.
III (start) - cranks the engine.
KEYLESS STARTING (IF EQUIPPED)
Note:The keyless starting system may notfunction if the key is close to metal objectsor electronic devices such as cellular phones
Note:A valid key must be located insideyour vehicle to switch the ignition on andstart the engine.
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Ignition Modes
The keyless starting system has threemodes:
Off: Turns the ignition off.
•Without applying the brake pedal,press and release the button oncewhen the ignition is in the on mode, orwhen the engine is running but thevehicle is not moving.
On: All electrical circuits are operationaland the warning lamps and indicatorsilluminate.
•Without applying the brake pedal,press and release the button once.
Start: Starts the engine.
•Press the brake pedal, and then pressand hold the button until the enginestarts.
STARTING A GASOLINE
ENGINE
When you start the engine, the idle speedincreases. This helps to warm up theengine. If the engine idle speed does notslow down, have your vehicle checked byan authorized dealer.
Before starting the engine, check thefollowing:
•Make sure all occupants fasten theirseatbelts.
•Make sure the headlamps andelectrical accessories are off.
•Make sure the parking brake is on.
•Make sure the transmission is in park(P).
Vehicles with an Ignition Key
Note:Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1.Fully press the brake pedal.
2.Turn the key to the start position tostart your vehicle.
Note:The engine may continue crankingfor up to 15 seconds or until it starts.
Note:If you cannot start the engine on thefirst try, wait for a short period and try again.
Vehicles with Keyless Start
Note:Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1.Fully press the brake pedal.
2.Press the push button ignition switchuntil the engine starts.
The system does not function if:
•The passive key frequencies arejammed.
•The key battery has no charge.
If you are unable to start your vehicle, dothe following:
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1.Place the key in the middle of the trayas shown.
2.With the key in this position, press thebrake pedal, then press the pushbutton ignition switch to switch theignition on and start your vehicle.
Fast Restart
The fast restart feature allows you torestart your vehicle within 20 seconds ofswitching it off, even if it does not detecta valid passive key.
Within 20 seconds of switching the engineoff, press the brake pedal and press thepush button ignition switch. After 20seconds, you can no longer start yourvehicle if it does not detect a valid passivekey.
Once your vehicle starts, it remains runninguntil you press the push button ignitionswitch, even if your vehicle does not detecta valid passive key. If you open and closea door while your vehicle is running, thesystem searches for a valid passive key.You cannot start your vehicle if the systemdoes not detect a valid passive key within20 seconds.
Failure to Start
If you cannot start your vehicle after threeattempts, wait 10 seconds and do thefollowing:
1.Fully press the brake pedal.
2.Apply the parking brake.
3.Shift into park (P).
4.Fully press the accelerator pedal andhold it there.
5.Attempt to start your vehicle and waituntil the engine stops cranking.
6.Release the accelerator pedal.
7.Start the engine.
Automatic Engine Shutdown
For vehicles with a keyless ignition, thisautomatically shuts down your vehicle ifit has been idling for an extended period.The ignition also turns off to save batterypower. Before your vehicle shuts down, amessage appears in the informationdisplay showing a timer counting down. Ifyou do not intervene within 30 seconds,your vehicle shuts down. Another messageappears in the information display toinform you that your vehicle has shut downto save fuel. Start your vehicle as normal.
Automatic Engine Shutdown Override
You can stop the shutdown, or reset thetimer at any point before the 30 secondcountdown expires by doing any of thefollowing:
•Interacting with your vehicle, forexample, pressing the brake oraccelerator pedal.
•Use the vehicle settings on thetouchscreen to switch 30min Max Idleon or off.
•Pressing the OK or RESET button totemporarily switch the feature off forthe current ignition cycle only.
Note: You cannot permanently switch offthe automatic shutdown. When you switchit off temporarily, it turns on at the nextignition cycle.
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Stopping the Engine When YourVehicle is Stationary
Vehicles with an Ignition Key
1.Shift into park (P).
2.Apply the parking brake.
3.Turn the key to the off position.
Vehicles with Keyless Start
1.Shift into park (P).
2.Apply the parking brake.
3.Press the push button ignition switch.
Note:The ignition, all electrical circuits, andall warning lamps and indicators turn off.
Stopping the Engine When YourVehicle is Moving
WARNING: Switching off theengine when your vehicle is still movingresults in a significant decrease inbraking assistance. Higher effort isrequired to apply the brakes and to stopyour vehicle. A significant decrease insteering assistance could also occur. Thesteering does not lock, but higher effortcould be required to steer your vehicle.When you switch the ignition off, someelectrical circuits, for example airbags,also turn off. If you unintentionally switchthe ignition off, shift into neutral (N) andrestart the engine.
Vehicles with an Ignition Key
1.Switch the ignition off.
2.Shift into neutral and use the brakes tobring your vehicle to a safe stop.
3.When your vehicle stops, shift into park(P).
4.Apply the parking brake.
Vehicles with Keyless Start
1.Press and hold the push button ignitionswitch, or press it three times withintwo seconds.
2.Shift into neutral and use the brakes tobring your vehicle to a safe stop.
3.When your vehicle stops, shift into park(P).
4.Apply the parking brake.
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes
WARNING: Exhaust leaks mayresult in entry of harmful and potentiallylethal fumes into the passengercompartment. If you smell exhaustfumes inside your vehicle, have yourvehicle inspected immediately. Do notdrive if you smell exhaust fumes.
Important Ventilating Information
If you stop your vehicle and then leave theengine idling for long periods, werecommend that you do one of thefollowing:
•Open the windows at least 1 in (3 cm).
•Set your climate control to outside air.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF
EQUIPPED)
WARNING: Failure to follow engineblock heater instructions could result inproperty damage or serious personalinjury.
WARNING: Do not use your heaterwith ungrounded electrical systems ortwo-pronged adapters. There is a risk ofelectrical shock.
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Protected ComponentRatingItem
Keyless keypad switch.5 A12
Driver door unlock.15 A13
Driver door module.30 A14
Not used (spare).15 A15
Not used (spare).15 A16
SYNC.15 A17Receiver transceivermodule.Integrated control panel.
Wireless accessory chargingmodule.7.5 A18
All terrain control module.
Not used (spare).7.5 A19
Not used (spare).10 A20
Not used (spare).7.5 A21
Not used (spare).7.5 A22
Not used (spare).20 A23
Not used (spare).20 A24
Not used (spare).30 A25
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How Does the Rear Occupant AlertSystem Work...............................................149
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Identifying Fuse Types...............................284Identifying the Climate ControlUnit..................................................................128Ignition Switch...............................................165Information Display Control......................80Information Displays...................................104General Information..........................................104Information Messages...............................109Installing Child Restraints...........................30Instrument Cluster.........................................97Instrument Lighting Dimmer.....................86Instrument Panel............................................24Interior Air Quality........................................140Interior Lamps.................................................89Interior Mirror...................................................95Introduction.......................................................13
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Jump Starting the Vehicle........................270
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Keyless Entry....................................................72Keyless Starting............................................165Keys and Remote Controls........................60
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Lane Keeping System.................................225Liftgate...............................................................75Closing the Liftgate..............................................75Opening the Liftgate...........................................75Lighting Control..............................................85Lighting..............................................................85General Information............................................85Load CarriersSee: Roof Racks and Load Carriers............246Load Carrying................................................246Load Limit......................................................246Locating the Cabin Air Filter.....................140Locating the Memory FunctionButtons...........................................................151
Locating the Power Outlets......................159Locating the USB Ports..............................157Locating the Wireless AccessoryCharger..........................................................162Locking and Unlocking.................................70Luggage Compartment.............................252Lug NutsSee: Changing a Road Wheel........................332
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Maintenance.................................................285General Information.........................................285Manual Seats.................................................144Map Pocket.....................................................164Locating the Map Pocket................................164Memory Function...........................................151Memory Function Precautions.................151Message CenterSee: Information Displays...............................104MirrorsSee: Windows and Mirrors................................93Mobile CommunicationsEquipment..................................................468Mobile Device Data.........................................21Moonroof..........................................................96Motorcraft Parts - 1.5LEcoBoost™................................................340Motorcraft Parts - 2.0LEcoBoost™..................................................341MyKey Settings...............................................66Configurable MyKey Settings..........................66Non-Configurable MyKey Settings................66MyKey – Troubleshooting...........................68MyKey – Frequently Asked Questions.........69MyKey – Information Messages.....................68MyKey™............................................................66MyKey Settings.....................................................66MyKey – Troubleshooting.................................68
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Navigation......................................................386Normal Scheduled Maintenance...........414
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