2023 FORD BRONCO SPORT Owners Manual

Press the button to release the key blade.Press and hold the button to fold the keyblade back in when not in use.
Note: Your vehicle keys came with asecurity label that provides important keycut information. Keep the label in a safeplace for future reference.
Passive Key (If Equipped)
Your remote control operates the powerlocks and the remote start system. Thekey must be in your vehicle to use the pushbutton start.
Note:You may not be able to shift out ofpark (P) unless the passive key is inside yourvehicle.
Removable Key Blade
Your remote control also contains aremovable key blade that you can use tounlock your vehicle.
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Press the release button and pull the keyblade out.
Note: Your vehicle keys came with asecurity label that provides important keycut information. Keep the label in a safeplace for future reference.
Replacing the Battery
WARNING: Keep batteries awayfrom children to prevent ingestion.Failure to follow this instruction couldresult in personal injury or death. Ifingested, immediately seek medicalattention.
WARNING: If the batterycompartment does not securely close,stop using the remote control andreplace it as soon as possible. In themeantime, keep the remote control awayfrom children. Failure to follow thisinstruction could result in personal injuryor death.
A message appears in the informationdisplay when the remote control batteryis low. See Information Messages (page109).
Note:Refer to local regulations whendisposing of remote control batteries.
Note:Do not wipe off any grease on thebattery terminals or on the back surface ofthe circuit board.
Note: Replacing the battery does not erasethe programmed key from your vehicle. Theremote control operates normally.
Integrated Keyhead Transmitter
The remote control uses one coin-typethree-volt lithium battery CR2032 orequivalent.
Press the button to release the key bladebefore beginning the procedure.
1.Insert a screwdriver in the positionshown and gently push the clip.
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2.Press the clip down to release thebattery cover.
3.Carefully remove the cover.
Note:Do not touch the battery contacts orthe printed circuit board with thescrewdriver.
4.Insert a screwdriver as shown torelease the battery.
5.Remove the battery.
6.Install a new battery with the + facingup.
7.Replace the battery cover.
Passive Key
The remote control uses one coin-typethree-volt lithium battery CR2450 orequivalent.
1.Push the release button and pull thekey blade out.
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2.Twist a thin coin under the tab hiddenbehind the key blade head to removethe battery cover.
3.Insert a suitable tool, for example ascrewdriver, in the position shown andcarefully remove the battery.
4.Install a new battery with the + facingupward.
5.Reinstall the battery housing coveronto the remote control and install thekey blade.
Car Finder
Press the button twice withinthree seconds. The horn soundsand the direction indicatorsflash. We recommend you use this methodto locate your vehicle, rather than usingthe panic alarm.
Sounding a Panic Alarm
Press the button to activate thealarm. Press the button again orswitch the ignition on todeactivate.
Note:The panic alarm only operates whenthe ignition is off.
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REPLACING A LOST KEY OR
REMOTE CONTROL
Replacement or additional keys or remotecontrols can be purchased from yourauthorized dealer. Your dealer can programthe transmitters to your vehicle.
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WHAT IS MYKEY
MyKey allows you to program keys withrestricted driving modes to promote gooddriving habits.
You can program the restrictions to all keysexcept one. Any keys that you did notprogram are administrator keys or adminkeys.
Note:Every MyKey receives the samerestrictions and settings. You cannotprogram them individually.
MYKEY SETTINGS
NON-CONFIGURABLE MYKEYSETTINGS
Seatbelt Reminder or Belt-Minder™
MyKey mutes the audio system until thefront seat passengers buckle the front seatbelts.
Note:If your vehicle includes an AM/FMradio or a very basic audio system, the radiomay not mute.
Satellite Radio (If Equipped)
Some satellite radio channels haverestricted access to adult radio content.
Early Low Fuel
The low fuel level warning lamp turns onearlier.
Driving and Parking Aids
You cannot configure settings for parkingaids, blind spot information system, andcross traffic alert. These systems turn onwhen the vehicle turns on, and you cannotswitch them off with a MyKey.
You cannot configure settings forpre-collision assist and lane keeping. Thesesystems turn on when the vehicle turns on.
A new destination in the navigation systemcan only be set using voice commandswhen using a MyKey, and with your vehiclemoving.
Note:MyKey drivers may be able to switchthe lane keeping assist off, but this featureturns back on automatically with every newkey cycle.
CONFIGURABLE MYKEYSETTINGS
You can configure the following settingsafter creating a MyKey. See Creating aMyKey (page 67).
Speed Limit
WARNING: Do not set MyKeymaximum speed limit to a limit that willprevent the driver from maintaining asafe speed considering posted speedlimits and prevailing road conditions. Thedriver is always responsible to drive inaccordance with local laws andprevailing conditions. Failure to do socould result in accident or injury.
You can set a speed limit for your vehicle.Warning messages appear on thetouchscreen and a tone sounds if yourvehicle reaches the set speed. You cannotoverride the set speed when using a MyKey.
Speed Minder
You can set a speed reminder for yourvehicle. Warning messages appear on thetouchscreen and a tone sounds if yourvehicle exceeds the set speed.
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Audio System Volume Limit
The audio system maximum volumereduces. A message appears on thetouchscreen if you attempt to exceed thevolume limit. Automatic volume controlturns off.
911 Assist
If you set 911 assist to always on, youcannot switch it off with a MyKey.
Do Not Disturb
If you set do not disturb to always on, youcannot switch it off with a MyKey.
Note:If a phone is connected using AppleCarPlay or Android Auto while driving witha MyKey, the driver can receive phone callsand text messages even if the do not disturbrestriction is on. And if the vehicle comeswith satellite radio, there is no restriction onthe adult content.
Traction and Stability Control
If you set traction control or stabilitycontrol to always on, you cannot switch itoff with a MyKey.
CREATING A MYKEY
1.Remove the mat from the tray locatedabove the center console cup holder.
2.Remove the key blade from the remotecontrol.
3.Place the remote control in the locationshown with the buttons facing upward.
4.Switch the ignition on using the key youwant to create as MyKey.
5.Press Settings on the touchscreen.
6.Press Vehicle Settings.
7.Press MyKey.
8.Press Create MyKey.
9.Press Yes.
10.Switch the ignition off.
Note:You successfully created a MyKey.We recommend that you label this key soyou can distinguish it from the admin keys.
Note:The programmed restrictions applywhen you switch the vehicle off, open andclose the driver door and restart your vehiclewith the programmed key or remote control.
PROGRAMMING A MYKEY
You can program any remote control tobecome a restricted MyKey, but you mustleave one unmodified as an admin key.
1.Switch the vehicle on using an adminkey.
2.Press Settings on the touchscreen.
3.Press Vehicle Settings.
4.Press MyKey.
5.Select and configure the settings.
CLEARING ALL MYKEYS
When you clear all MyKeys, you remove allrestrictions and return all MyKeys to theiroriginal admin key status.
1.Switch the vehicle on using an adminkey.
2.Press Settings on the touchscreen.
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3.Press Vehicle Settings.
4.Press MyKey.
5.Press Clear All MyKeys.
6.Press Yes.
CHECKING MYKEY SYSTEM
STATUS
You can find information about thedistance traveled using a MyKey, and thenumber of admin keys and MyKeys createdfor your vehicle.
1.Switch the vehicle 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 youchoose to install a remote start system,see an authorized dealer for an approvedremote start system.
MYKEY – TROUBLESHOOTING
MYKEY – INFORMATION MESSAGES
DescriptionMessage
Displays when trying to create a MyKey and the admin key isnot placed in the backup position. See Creating a MyKey(page 67).
Place Key in BackupLocation
Displays when trying to create a MyKey with a key alreadydesignated as a MyKey.Key is Already a MyKey
Displays to confirm that the key is restricted after you switchthe ignition off.This Key restricted atNext Key Cycle. LabelKey as MyKey
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