2023 FORD RANGER remote control

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.
Sounding a Panic Alarm (If Equipped)
Note:The panic alarm only operates whenthe ignition is off.
Press the button to activate thealarm. Press the button again orswitch the ignition on todeactivate.
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Remote Start (If Equipped)
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.
Note: Do not use remote start if your fuellevel is low.
The remote start button is on theremote control.
This feature allows you to start yourvehicle from the outside. The remotecontrol has an extended operating range.
If your vehicle has automatic climatecontrol, you can configure it to operatewhen you remote start your vehicle. SeeClimate Control (page 117). A manualclimate control system will run at thesetting it was set to when you switchedyour vehicle off.
Many states and provinces haverestrictions for the use of remote start.Check your local and state or provinciallaws for specific requirements regardingremote start systems.
The remote start system does not work if:
•The ignition is on.
•The alarm system triggers.
•You disable the feature.
•The hood is open.
•The transmission is not in park (P).
•The vehicle battery voltage is too low.
•The service engine soon light is on.
Remote Control Feedback (IfEquipped)
An LED on the remote control providesstatus feedback of remote start or stopcommands.
StatusLED
Remote startsuccessfulSolid green
Remote stopsuccessfulSolid red
Request failed orstatus not receivedBlinking red
Status incompleteBlinking green
Remote Starting Your Vehicle
Note: You must press each button withinthree seconds of each other. If you do notfollow this sequence, your vehicle does notstart remotely, the direction indicators donot flash twice and the horn does not sound.
To remote start your vehicle:
1.Press the lock button to lock all thedoors.
2.Press the remote start button twice.The exterior lamps flash twice.
The horn sounds if the system fails to start.
Note:You must press the push buttonignition switch on the instrument panel oncewhile applying the brake pedal beforedriving your vehicle.
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The power windows do not work duringremote start and the radio does not turnon automatically.
The parking lamps remain on and yourvehicle will run for 5, 10 or 15 minutes,depending on the setting.
Extending the Engine Running Time
To extend the engine running time durationof your vehicle during remote start, repeatsteps 1 and 2 while the engine is running.If the duration is set to 15 minutes, theduration extends by another 15 minutes.For example, if your vehicle had beenrunning from the first remote start for 10minutes, your vehicle continues to run nowfor a total of 30 minutes. You can extendthe engine running time duration to amaximum of 30 minutes.
Wait at least five seconds before remotestarting after the engine stops running.
Turning Your Vehicle Off After RemoteStarting
Press the button once. Yourvehicle and the parking lampsturn off.
You may have to be closer to your vehiclethan when starting due to ground reflectionand the added noise of your runningvehicle.
You can switch this feature on or off in theinformation display.
REPLACING A LOST KEY OR
REMOTE CONTROL
Replacement keys or remote controls canbe purchased from an authorized dealer.Authorized dealers can program remotecontrols for your vehicle.
PASSIVE KEY BACKUP
POSITION (IF EQUIPPED)
Place the passive key in the positionshown, with the buttons facing upward.Make sure that you place the key fob in thecenter of the cup holder.
The top or bottom end of the key must bepointing towards the front or rear of thevehicle.
With the key in this position, press thebrake or clutch pedal, then press the startbutton to switch on your vehicle.
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Note:Not every feature applies to everyvehicle in every market. When they areavailable for your vehicle, then they appearin the information display, providing choicesto switch them on or off, or to select a morespecific setting.
•Various vehicle speed limits so theMyKey driver cannot exceed certainspeeds. The information display showswarnings followed by an audible tonewhen the MyKey driver reaches the setspeed. You cannot override the setspeed by fully depressing theaccelerator pedal.
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.
•Various vehicle speed reminders soMyKey drivers know when their vehiclespeed approaches the limits. Warningsappear in the information display anda tone sounds when the MyKey driversexceed the set vehicle speed.
•The audio system's maximum volumelimits to 45% so MyKey drivers canconcentrate on the road. A messageappears in the information displaywhen MyKey drivers attempt to exceedthe limited volume. MyKey alsodisables the automatic volume control.Note: If your vehicle includes anAM/FM radio or a very basic audiosystem, then the radio may not limit.
•Always on setting. This setting forcescertain features to remain on andactive for MyKey drivers. For example,E911 or emergency assistance and thedo not disturb features stay on even ifa MyKey driver uses the feature'scontrol to switch it off. When selected,you will not be able to turn off AdvanceTrac or traction control (if your vehiclehas this feature).
CREATING A MYKEY
Use the information display to create aMyKey:
1.Insert the key you want to program intothe ignition. If your vehicle has apush-button start, place the remotecontrol into the backup slot. SeeStarting a Gasoline Engine (page143).
2.Switch the ignition on.
3.Access the main menu in theinformation display and then scrollthrough the menus to change thesettings of your MyKey. From theMyKey menu select the option CreateMyKey. See Information Displays(page 96).
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LOCKING AND UNLOCKING
You can use the power door lock controlor the remote control to lock and unlockyour doors. This is also true for the tailgateif your vehicle comes with power tailgatelock. See Tailgate Lock (page 68).
Note:Always take your keys and lock alldoors when leaving your vehicle.
Note:Do not use the door latch assemblyto attach any accessory, such as handles orsteps, as this can cause damage to yourvehicle.
Power Door Locks
The power door lock control is on the driverand front passenger door panels.
Unlock.A
Lock.B
Door Lock Indicator
An LED on the power door lock controlilluminates when you lock the door.
Door Lock Switch Inhibitor
The power door lock switch no longeroperates after 20 seconds. You mustunlock your vehicle with the remotecontrol, or switch the ignition on to restorefunction to these switches.
Remote Control
Unlocking the Doors - Two-StageUnlock
Press the button to unlock thedriver door.
Press the button again withinthree seconds to unlock all doors. Thedirection indicators will flash.
With the ignition off, press and hold boththe lock and unlock buttons on the remotecontrol for three seconds to changebetween driver door or all door unlockmode. The direction indicators will flashtwice to indicate a change to the unlockingmode. Driver door mode only unlocks thedriver door when you press the unlockbutton once. All door mode unlocks alldoors when you press the unlock buttononce. The unlocking mode applies to theremote control and Intelligent Access Key.
Locking the Doors
Press the button to lock alldoors. The direction indicatorswill flash.
Press the button again within threeseconds to confirm that all the doors areclosed. The doors will lock again, the hornwill sound and the direction indicators willflash if all the doors are closed.
Locking and Unlocking the Doorswith the Key Blade
Turn the top of the key toward the front ofyour vehicle once to lock all doors. Turnthe top of the key toward the rear of yourvehicle once to unlock only the driver door.
If the central locking function does notoperate, lock the doors individually usingthe key in the position shown.
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Unlock.A
Lock.B
Opening a Rear Door from theInside
Pull the interior door handle twice tounlock and open a rear door. The first pullunlocks the door and the second pullopens the door.
Activating Intelligent Access (If
Equipped)
General Information
You can unlock and lock the vehiclewithout taking the keys out of your pocketor purse when your passive key is within3 ft (1 m) of your vehicle. Passive entry usesa sensor on the back of the front doorhandle for unlocking and a separate sensoron the face of each door handle for locking.
The system does not function if:
•The vehicle battery has no charge.
•The key battery has no charge.
•The key frequencies have jammed.
Note:The system is available on the frontdoors only.
Note:The system may not function if thekey is close to metal objects or electronicdevices, for example keys or a cell phone.
Note:If the system does not function, usethe key blade to lock and unlock yourvehicle. See Remote Control (page 52).
Note:The system also unlocks and locksthe luggage compartment.
Unlocking Using Passive Entry
With your passive key within 3 ft (1 m) ofyour vehicle, touch the unlock sensor onthe back of the door handle for a briefperiod and then pull on the door handle tounlock, being careful not to touch the locksensor at the same time, or to pull the doorhandle too quickly. The system requires abrief delay to authenticate your passivekey.
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Locking Using Passive Entry
With your passive key within 3 ft (1 m) ofyour vehicle, touch the outer door handlelock sensor for approximately one secondto lock, being careful not to touch theunlock sensor on the back of the doorhandle at the same time. After locking, youcan immediately pull on the door handleto confirm locking occurred withoutinadvertently unlocking.
Note:Do not use the outside door handleas an anchor-point for the cargo strap.
Smart Unlocks for IntegratedKeyhead Transmitter (If Equipped)
This helps to prevent you from lockingyourself out of your vehicle if the key is stillin the ignition.
When you open one of the front doors andlock your vehicle with the power door lockcontrol, all the doors will lock then unlockand the horn will sound twice if the key isstill in the ignition.
You can still lock your vehicle with the keyin the ignition by:
•Pressing the lock button on the remotecontrol even if the doors are not closed.
If both front doors are closed, you can lockyour vehicle by any method, regardless ofwhether the key is in the ignition or not.
Mislock (If Equipped)
The horn sounds twice and the directionindicators do not flash:
•If any door or the luggagecompartment is open.
•If the hood is open on vehicles with ananti-theft alarm or remote start.
You can switch this feature on or off in theinformation display. See GeneralInformation (page 96).
Autolock (If Equipped)
Autolock locks all the doors when:
•All doors are closed.
•The ignition is on.
•You shift into any gear putting yourvehicle in motion.
•Your vehicle reaches a speed greaterthan 4 mph (7 km/h).
Autolock repeats when:
•You open then close any door while theignition is on and your vehicle speed is4 mph (7 km/h) or lower.
•Your vehicle reaches a speed greaterthan 4 mph (7 km/h).
Autounlock
Autounlock unlocks all the doors when:
•The ignition is on, all the doors areclosed, and your vehicle has beenmoving at a speed greater than 4 mph(7 km/h).
•Your vehicle comes to a stop and youswitch the ignition off or to theaccessory position.
•You open the driver door within 10minutes of switching the ignition off orto accessory.
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TAILGATE LOCK
The tailgate lock can help prevent theft ofthe tailgate.
Insert the ignition key into the tailgate lock.Turn it to the left to lock the tailgate. Turnit to the right to unlock the tailgate.
Power Tailgate Lock (If Equipped)
You can use the power door lock controlor the remote control to lock and unlockyour tailgate.
REMOVING THE TAILGATE
WARNING: Always properly securecargo to prevent shifting cargo or cargofalling from the vehicle. Failure to do socould result in compromised vehiclestability and serious personal injury tovehicle occupants or others.
You can remove the tailgate for moreloading room.
1.Locate and disconnect the in-lineconnector. It is under the pickup boxon the center right-hand side of thevehicle near the spare tire.
2.There is a protective cap in the glovebox. Install it on the in-line connectorthat remains under the pickup box.
3.Partially lower the tailgate. Carefullyfeed the tailgate harness up throughthe gap between the pickup box andthe bumper and place it out of the wayunder the pickup box.
4.Lower the tailgate.
5.Lift the tailgate to 45 degrees fromhorizontal.
6.Lift the right side off its hinge.
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