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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PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT
SYSTEM
Note: The system is not compatible withnon-Ford aftermarket remote start systems.Use of these systems could result in vehiclestarting problems and a loss of securityprotection.
Note:Metallic objects, electronic devicesor a second coded key on the same keychain could cause vehicle starting problemsif they are too close to the key when startingthe engine. Prevent these objects fromtouching the coded key while starting theengine. Switch the ignition off, move allobjects on the key chain away from thecoded key and restart the engine if aproblem occurs.
Note:Do not leave a duplicate coded keyin the vehicle. Always take your keys andlock all doors when leaving the vehicle.
SecuriLock®
The system is an engine immobilizationsystem. It helps to prevent anyone fromstarting the engine without using a codedkey programmed to your vehicle. Using thewrong key could prevent the engine fromstarting. A message may appear in theinformation display.
If you are unable to start the engine with acorrectly coded key, there is a problem withthe system and a message could appearin the information display.
Automatic Arming
The vehicle arms immediately after youswitch the ignition off.
Automatic Disarming
Switching the ignition on with a coded keydisarms the vehicle.
Replacement Keys
Note:Your vehicle comes with twointegrated keyhead transmitters or twointelligent access keys.
The integrated keyhead transmitterfunctions as a programmed ignition keythat operates all the locks and starts thevehicle, as well as a remote control.
The intelligent access key functions as aprogrammed key that operates the driverdoor lock and activates the intelligentaccess with push button start system, aswell as a remote control.
If your programmed transmitters orstandard SecuriLock coded keys(integrated keyhead transmitters only) arelost or stolen and you do not have an extracoded key, you will need to have yourvehicle towed to an authorized dealer. Youneed to erase the key codes from yourvehicle and program new coded keys.
Store an extra programmed key away fromthe vehicle in a safe place to help preventany inconveniences. See your authorizeddealer to purchase additional spare orreplacement keys.
Programming a Spare IntelligentAccess Key (If Equipped)
See your authorized dealer to haveadditional keys programmed to yourvehicle.
ANTI-THEFT ALARM (IF EQUIPPED)
Alarm System
Perimeter Alarm
The perimeter alarm is a deterrent againstunauthorized access to your vehiclethrough the doors, luggage compartmentand the hood.
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Driver Assist
Tire Pressure
Trailer Sway
1 Type 2
Settings
Auto Engine OffVehicle
Easy Entry/Exit
Enter the submenu andselect your settingLighting
Enter the submenu and select your settingLocks
Hold OK to Initialize Neutral TowNeutralTow
oil Life XXX% - Hold OK to ResetOil LifeReset
Enter the submenu andselect your settingRemoteStart
Enter the submenu and select your settingWindows
Enter the submenu and select your settingWipers
Hold OK to Create MyKeyCreateMyKeyMyKey
Enter the submenu and select your setting911Assist
Enter the submenu and select your settingDo NotDisturb
Enter the submenu and select your settingTractionControl
Enter the submenu and select your settingMaxSpeed
Enter the submenu and select your settingSpeedMinder
Volume Limiter
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Driver Assist
Enter the submenu and select your settingLane KeepingSys
Enter the submenu and select your settingPre-Collision
Tire MonitorTire Monitor
Settings
In this mode, you can configure differentdriver setting choices.
Note:Some items are optional and maynot appear.
Settings
Enter the submenu and select your settingAlarmVehicle
Auto Engine Off
Enter the submenu and select your settingLighting
Enter the submenu and select your settingLocks
Enter the submenu and select your settingNeutral Tow
XXX% - Hold OK to ResetOil Life Reset
Enter the submenu and select your settingRemote Start
Seatbelts
Enter the submenu and select your settingWindows
Enter the submenu and select your settingWipers
Mykey StatusMykey StatusMyKey
Hold OK to Create MyKeyCreate MyKey
Always On or User Selectable911 Assist
Enter the submenu and select your settingDo Not Disturb
Enter the submenu and select your settingTraction Control
Enter the submenu and select your settingMax Speed
Enter the submenu and select your settingSpeed Minder
Volume Limiter
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Remote Start
ActionMessage
A reminder to push the start button to drive your vehicle aftera remote start.To Drive: Press StartButton
Starting System
ActionMessage
A reminder to apply the brake when starting your vehicle.To START Press Brake
The starter has exceeded its cranking time in attempting tostart your vehicle.Cranking Time Exceeded
The starter is attempting to start your vehicle.Engine Start PendingPlease Wait
The system has cancelled the pending start.Pending Start Cancelled
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
ActionMessage
One or more tires on your vehicle has low tire pressure.Tire Pressure Low
The tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning. If thewarning stays on or continues to come on, have your vehiclechecked as soon as possible. See Tire Pressure MonitoringSystem (page 309).
Tire Pressure MonitorFault
A tire pressure sensor is malfunctioning or your spare tire is inuse. See Tire Pressure Monitoring System (page 309). Ifthe warning stays on or continues to come on, have yourvehicle checked as soon as possible.
Tire Pressure SensorFault
Traction Control
ActionMessage
The status of the traction control system after you switchedit off.Traction Control Off
The status of the traction control system after you switchedit on.Traction Control On
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For additional cabin air filter information,or to replace the filter, see an authorizeddealer.
REMOTE START (IF EQUIPPED)
You can switch this feature on or off andadjust the settings using the informationdisplay controls. See InformationDisplays (page 96).
The climate control system adjusts theinterior temperature during remote start.
You cannot adjust the climate controlsetting during remote start operation.Switch the ignition on to makeadjustments.
Based on your remote start settings, thefollowing vehicle-dependent features mayor may not remain on after remote startingyour vehicle:
•Climate controlled seats.
•Heated steering wheel.
•Heated mirrors.
•Heated rear window.
•Windshield wiper de-icer.
Note:For dual zone climate controlledseats, the passenger seat setting defaultsto match the driver seat during remote start.
Automatic Settings
If Auto is on, the system sets the interiortemperature to 72°F (22°C) and heats orcools the vehicle interior as required toachieve comfort.
Note:In cold weather, the heated rearwindow and heated mirrors turn on.
Last Settings
If Last Settings is on, the system uses thesettings last selected before you turnedoff the vehicle.
Heated and Cooled Features
In Auto mode, certain heated features mayswitch on during cold weather, and cooledfeatures during hot weather.
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Possible Causes and Actions for This Message Displaying:
ActionCause
Clean the grille surface in front of the radaror remove the object causing the obstruc-tion.
The surface of the radar is dirty orobstructed.
Wait a short time. It may take severalminutes for the radar to detect that it is freefrom obstruction.
The surface of the radar is clean but themessage remains in the display.
Do not use the system in these conditionsbecause it may not detect any vehiclesahead.
Heavy rain or snow is interfering with theradar signals.
Do not use the system in these conditionsbecause it may not detect any vehiclesahead.
Water, snow or ice on the surface of theroad may interfere with the radar signals.
Wait a short time or switch to normal cruisecontrol.You are in a desert or remote area with noother vehicles and no roadside objects.
Due to the nature of radar technology, it is possible to get a blockage warning with noactual block. A false blocked condition either self clears, or clears after you restart yourvehicle.
Switching to Normal CruiseControl
WARNING: Normal cruise controlwill not brake when your vehicle isapproaching slower vehicles. Always beaware of which mode you have selectedand apply the brakes when necessary.
The cruise control indicator lightreplaces the adaptive cruisecontrol indicator light if youselect normal cruise control. The gapsetting does not display, and the systemdoes not respond to lead vehicles.Automatic braking remains active tomaintain set speed.
You can change from adaptive cruisecontrol to normal cruise control throughthe information display. See GeneralInformation (page 96).
Note:The system remembers the lastsetting when you start your vehicle.
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Protected ComponentRatingItem
SYNC.15 A131
Radio transceiver module.10 A132Door entry remote.
Audio unit.20 A133
Run/start relay.30 A134
Not used (spare).5 A135
Auto-dimming interior mirror.15 A136Mirror adjustment control.
Not used (spare).20 A137
Power windows.30 A338
1 Micro 2 fuse.2 Micro 3 fuse.3 PTC fuse.
CHANGING A FUSE
Fuses
WARNING: Always replace a fusewith one that has the specifiedamperage rating. Using a fuse with ahigher amperage rating can cause severewire damage and could start a fire.If electrical components in the vehicle arenot working, a fuse may have blown. Blownfuses are identified by a broken wire withinthe fuse. Check the appropriate fusesbefore replacing any electricalcomponents.
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