FORD Explorer 2013 User Manual v.2

Table of Contents 1

Introduction 10

Child Safety 18

Child seats...........................................20

Child seat positioning ...................................20

Booster seats .........................................22

Installing child safety seats ...............................25

Child safety locks ......................................37

Safety Belts 38

Fastening the safety belts ................................40

Safety belt height adjustment .............................43

Safetybeltwarninglightandindicatorchime..................44

Safety belt-minder .....................................44

Rear inflatable safety belt ................................46

Child restraint and safety belt maintenance ...................48

Personal Safety System 49

Supplementary Restraints System 50

Driver and passenger airbags .............................52

Front passenger sensing system ...........................54

Side airbags ..........................................56

Safety canopy curtain airbags .............................57

Crash sensors and airbag indicator .........................59

Airbag disposal........................................60

Keys and Remote Control 61

General information on radio frequencies.....................61

Remote control .......................................62

Keys ...............................................62

Replacing a lost key or remote control.......................67

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MyKey 68

Settings, MyKey .......................................68

Creating.............................................69

Clearing.............................................70

System status.........................................70

Remote start, MyKey ...................................70

Troubleshooting, MyKey .................................71

Locks 72

Locking and unlocking ..................................72

SecuriCode™ keyless entry keypad .........................80

Security 83

SecuriLock威 passive anti-theft system .......................83

Anti-theft alarm .......................................86

Steering Wheel 87

Adjusting the steering wheel ..............................87

Steering wheel controls .................................89

Pedals 92

Adjustable pedals ......................................92

Wipers and Washers 93

Windshield wipers .....................................93

Rain-sensing wipers ....................................93

Windshield washers ....................................94

Rear-window wiper and washer ............................94

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Lighting 95

Lighting control .......................................95

Autolamps ...........................................95

Instrument lighting dimmer...............................96

Headlamp exit delay ....................................96

Daytime running lamps..................................97

Automatic high beam control .............................97

Frontfoglamps.......................................99

Directionindicators ....................................99

Interior lamps........................................100

Windows and Mirrors 102

Power windows ......................................102

Exteriormirrors......................................104

Interior mirrors ......................................107

Sun visors ..........................................107

Moonroof ...........................................108

Instrument Cluster 110

Gauges.............................................110

Warning lamps and indicators ............................111

Audible warnings and indicators ..........................116

Information Displays 117

Controls............................................117

Trip computer .......................................120

Information messages ..................................127

Audio System 138

MyFord™ system .....................................140

Auxiliary input jack ...................................146

USBport...........................................147

Satellite radio information ...............................148

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Climate Control 151

Manual heating and air conditioning........................151

Dual automatic temperature control........................153

Auxiliary passenger climate control ........................156

Rear window defroster .................................158

Cabin air filter .......................................159

Seats 161

Sitting in the correct position ............................161

Head restraints.......................................162

Manual seats ........................................165

Power seats .........................................166

Memory function .....................................168

Heated seats ........................................169

Heated and cooled seats ................................170

Rear seats ..........................................172

Universal Garage Door Opener 183

Car2U威 home automation system..........................183

HomeLink威 wireless control system ........................188

Auxiliary Power Points 193

Storage Compartments 195

Center console .......................................195

Overhead console .....................................196

Starting and Stopping the Engine 197

Ignition switch .......................................198

Keyless starting ......................................198

Engine block heater ...................................201

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Fuel and Refueling 203

Fuel quality .........................................204

Running out of fuel....................................205

Refueling...........................................207

Fuel consumption .....................................208

Transmission 213

Automatic transmission.................................213

Hill start assist .......................................219

Four-Wheel Drive 220

Four wheel drive .....................................220

Brakes 227

Brakes .............................................227

Hints on driving with anti-lock brakes ......................228

Parking brake........................................228

Traction Control 229

TractionControl™....................................229

Stability Control 230

AdvanceTrac威 .......................................231

Terrain Response 232

Hill descent control ...................................233

Parking Aids 235

Sensing system.......................................235

Active park assist .....................................237

Rear-view camera system ...............................241

Cruise Control 246

Using cruise control ...................................246

Using Adaptive Cruise Control............................247

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Driving Aids 255

Driveralert .........................................255

Lane keeping system...................................257

Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) with Cross Traffic Alert

(CTA).............................................261

Collision warning system ................................266

Steering............................................270

Load Carrying 272

Cargonet...........................................272

Roof racks and load carriers .............................272

Vehicle loading .......................................273

Towing 281

Trailertowing........................................281

Wrecker towing ......................................288

Recreational towing ...................................289

Driving Hints 291

Economical driving ....................................291

Floormats..........................................293

Roadside Emergencies 295

Getting roadside assistance ..............................295

Hazard warning flashers ................................296

Fuel cut-off switch ....................................297

Jump-starting the vehicle ...............................297

Customer Assistance 300

Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) .......................306

Reporting safety defects (Canada only) .....................307

Fuses 308

Changing a fuse ......................................308

Fuse specification chart ................................309

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Maintenance 318

General information ...................................318

Opening and closing the hood ............................319

Under hood overview ..................................320

Engine oil dipstick ....................................323

Engine oil check......................................323

Engine coolant check ..................................324

Automatic transmission fluid check ........................329

Brake fluid check .....................................334

Power steering fluid check ..............................334

Fuel filter...........................................334

Washer fluid check ....................................335

Battery ............................................335

Checking the wiper blades ..............................337

Air filter(s) .........................................339

Adjusting the headlamps ................................341

Changing a bulb ......................................343

Bulb specification chart.................................347

Vehicle Care 349

Cleaning products.....................................349

Cleaning the exterior ..................................349

Waxing.............................................351

Repairing minor paint damage ............................351

Cleaning the engine ...................................351

Cleaning the windows and wiper blades .....................352

Cleaning the interior ...................................352

Cleaning the instrument panel and instrument cluster lens .......353

Cleaning leather seats ..................................354

Cleaning the alloy wheels ...............................354

Vehiclestorage.......................................355

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Wheels and Tires 358

Tirecare...........................................360

Using snow chains ....................................375

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...................376

Changing a road wheel .................................381

Technical specifications.................................389

Wheel lug nut torque ..................................389

Capacities and Specifications 390

Engine specifications ..................................390

Part numbers ........................................394

Vehicle identification number ............................394

Vehicle certification label ...............................395

Transmission code designation............................396

Accessories 397

Accessories .........................................397

Ford Extended Service Plan 399

Scheduled Maintenance 402

Normal scheduled maintenance and log .....................407

SYNC姞 419

Pairing your phone for the first time .......................424

911 Assist™ .........................................438

Vehicle Health Report ..................................441

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MyFord Touch姞 464

Infotainment display ...................................470

Voice recognition .....................................471

Listening to music ....................................477

Phone features .......................................498

Information Menu .....................................504

Menu features .......................................515

Settings............................................518

Climatefeatures......................................526

Navigation system.....................................529

Appendices 540

Index 558

The information contained in this publication was correct at the time of going to
print. In the interest of continuous development, we reserve the right to change
specifications, design or equipment at any time without notice or obligation. No
part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, stored in a retrieval
system or translated into any language in any form by any means without our
written permission. Errors and omissions excepted.

© Ford Motor Company 2012

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10 Introduction

ABOUT THIS MANUAL

Thank you for choosing Ford. We recommend that you take some time to
get to know your vehicle by reading this manual. The more that you know
about it, the greater the safety and pleasure you will get from driving it.

WARNING: Always drive with due care and attention when
using and operating the controls and features on your vehicle.

Note: This manual describes a range of product features and options,
sometimes before they are generally available. Therefore, you may find
options in this manual that are not found on your vehicle.

Note: Some of the illustrations in this manual may be used for different
models, so they may appear different than your vehicle.. However, the
essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

Note: Always use and operate your vehicle in line with all applicable
laws and regulations.

Note: Pass on this manual when selling your vehicle. It is an integral
part of the vehicle.

Protecting the Environment

You must play your part in protecting the environment. Correct
vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning
and lubrication materials are significant steps toward this aim.

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SYMBOL GLOSSARY

WARNING: You risk death or serious injury to yourself and
others if you do not follow the instruction highlighted by the

warning symbol.

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.

Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description

Safety alert See Owner’s

Manual

Avoid
smoking,
flames, or
sparks

Brake fluid –
non
petroleum
base

Check fuel
cap

Child seat
tether anchor

Battery Battery acid

Brake system Cabin air

Child Safety
Door Lock
and Unlock

Cruise
control

Anti-lock
braking
system

filter

Child seat
lower anchor

Do not open
when hot

Engine air
filter

Engine oil Explosive gas Fan warning

Fasten safety
belt

Fuel pump
reset

Engine
coolant

Front airbag Front fog

Fuse
compartment

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Engine
coolant
temperature

lamps

Hazard
warning
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Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description

Heated rear
window

Lighting
control

Panic alarm Parking aid

Interior
luggage
compartment
release

Low tire
pressure
warning

system

Jack

Maintain
correct fluid
level

Parking
brake system

Power
steering fluid

Service
engine soon

Windshield
defrost and
demist

DATA RECORDING

Service Data Recording

Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting and
storing diagnostic information about your vehicle. This potentially
includes information about the performance or status of various systems
and modules in the vehicle, such as engine, throttle, steering or brake
systems. In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford
Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may
access or share among them vehicle diagnostic information received
through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing
your vehicle. For U.S. only (if equipped), if you choose to use the SYNC威
Vehicle Health Report, you consent that certain diagnostic information
may also be accessed electronically by Ford Motor Company and Ford
authorized service facilities, and that the diagnostic information may be
used for any purpose. See your SYNC威 supplement for more information.

Power
windows
front and
rear

Side airbag Stability

Windshield
washer and
wiper

Power
window
lockout

control

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Event Data Recording

This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The
main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near
crash-like situations, such as an airbag deployment or hitting a
road obstacle; this data will assist in understanding how a
vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data
related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period
of time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is
designed to record such data as:

• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;

• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were

buckled/fastened;

• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator
and/or the brake pedal; and

• How fast the vehicle was travelling; and

• Where the driver was positioning the steering wheel.

This data can help provide a better understanding of the
circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur.

Note: EDR data is recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial
crash situation occurs; no data is recorded by the EDR under
normal driving conditions and no personal data or information
(e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) is recorded (see
limitations regarding 911 Assist and Traffic, directions and
Information privacy below). However, parties, such as law
enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of
personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash
investigation.

To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required,
and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the
vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement,
that have such special equipment, can read the information if
they have access to the vehicle or the EDR. Ford Motor Company
and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder
information without obtaining consent, unless pursuant to court
order or where required by law enforcement, other government
authorities or other third parties acting with lawful authority.
Other parties may seek to access the information independently
of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada.

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Note: Including to the extent that any law pertaining to Event Data
Recorders applies to SYNC威 or its features, please note the
following: Once 911 Assist (if equipped) is enabled (set ON), 911
Assist may, through any paired and connected cell phone, disclose
to emergency services that the vehicle has been in a crash involving
the deployment of an airbag or, in certain vehicles, the activation of
the fuel pump shut-off. Certain versions or updates to 911 Assist
may also be capable of being used to electronically or verbally
provide to 911 operators the vehicle location (such as latitude and
longitude), and/or other details about the vehicle or crash or
personal information about the occupants to assist 911 operators
to provide the most appropriate emergency services. If you do not
want to disclose this information, do not activate the 911 Assist
feature. See your SYNC威 chapter for more information.

Additionally, when you connect to Traffic, Directions and
Information (if equipped, U.S. only), the service uses GPS
technology and advanced vehicle sensors to collect the vehicle’s
current location, travel direction, and speed (“vehicle travel
information”), only to help provide you with the directions,
traffic reports, or business searches that you request. If you do
not want Ford or its vendors to receive this information, do not
activate the service. Ford Motor Company and the vendors it uses
to provide you with this information do not store your vehicle
travel information. For more information, see Traffic, Directions
and Information, Terms and Conditions. See your SYNC威
supplement for more information.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65

WARNING: Some constituents of engine exhaust, certain vehicle

components, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain
products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.

PERCHLORATE MATERIAL

Note: Certain components in your vehicle such as airbag modules, safety
belt pretensioners, and remote control batteries may contain perchlorate
material. Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life
disposal. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate for more
information.

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FORD CREDIT (U.S. ONLY)

Ford Credit offers a full range of financing and lease plans to help you
acquire your vehicle. If you have financed or leased your vehicle through
Ford Credit, thank you for your business.

For your convenience we offer a number of ways to contact us, as well
as help manage your account.

Phone: [phone]
For more information regarding Ford Credit, as well as access Account

Manager, please go to www.fordcredit.com.

REPLACEMENT PARTS RECOMMENDATION

Your vehicle has been built to the highest standards using quality parts.
We recommend that you demand the use of genuine Ford and Motorcraft
parts whenever your vehicle requires scheduled maintenance or repair.
You can clearly identify genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts by looking for
the Ford, FoMoCo or Motorcraft branding on the parts or their
packaging.

Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical Repairs

One of the best ways for you to make sure that your vehicle provides
years of service is to have it maintained in line with our
recommendations using parts that conform to the specifications detailed
in this Owner’s Manual. Genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts meet or
exceed these specifications.

Collision Repairs

We hope that you never experience a collision but, accidents do happen.
Genuine Ford replacement collision parts meet our stringent
requirements for fit, finish, structural integrity, corrosion protection and
dent resistance. During vehicle development we validate these parts
deliver the intended level of protection as a whole system. A great way
to know for sure you are getting this level of protection is to use genuine
Ford replacement collision parts.

Warranty on Replacement Parts

Genuine Ford and Motorcraft replacement parts are the only
replacement parts that benefit from a Ford Warranty. Damage caused to
your vehicle as a result of the failure of non-Ford parts may not be
covered by the Ford Warranty. For additional information, refer to the
terms and conditions of the Ford Warranty.

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SPECIAL NOTICES

New Vehicle Limited Warranty

For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered by
your vehicle’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty, refer to the Warranty
Manual that is provided to you along with your Owner’s Manual.

Special Instructions

For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic
controls.

WARNING: Please read the Supplementary Restraints System

chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions
could result in personal injury.

WARNING: Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats

should NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger airbag.

Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles

WARNING: Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover

rate than other types of vehicles.

Before you drive your vehicle, please read this Owner’s Manual carefully.
Your vehicle is not a passenger car. As with other vehicles of this type,
failure to operate your vehicle correctly may result in loss of vehicle
control, vehicle rollover, personal injury or death.

Using your vehicle with a snowplow

Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing.

Your vehicle is not equipped with a snowplowing package.

Using your vehicle as an ambulance

Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance.

Your vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation
Package.

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MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT

Using mobile communications equipment is becoming increasingly
important in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However, you
must not compromise your own or others’ safety when using such
equipment. Mobile communications can enhance personal safety and
security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency situations.
Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications
equipment to avoid negating these benefits.

Mobile communication equipment includes, but is not limited to, cellular
phones, pagers, portable email devices, text messaging devices and
portable two-way radios.

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle

control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that you
use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take
your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation
of your vehicle. We recommend against the use of any handheld device
while driving, encourage the use of voice operated systems when
possible and that you become aware of applicable state and local laws
that may affect use of electronic devices while driving.

EXPORT UNIQUE (NON–UNITED STATES/CANADA) VEHICLE SPECIFIC INFORMATION

For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped with
features and options that are different from the features and options that
are described in this Owner’s Manual. A market unique supplement may
be supplied that complements this book. By referring to the market
unique supplement, if provided, you can properly identify those features,
recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle. This
Owner’s Manual is written primarily for the U.S. and Canadian Markets.
Features or equipment listed as standard may be different on units built
for Export. Refer to this Owner’s Manual for all other required

information and warnings.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety
restraints for children.

WARNING: Always make sure your child is secured properly in a

device that is appropriate for their height, age and weight. Child
safety restraints must be purchased separately from the vehicle. Failure
to follow these instructions and guidelines may result in an increased
risk of serious injury or death to your child.

WARNING: All children are shaped differently. The

recommendations for safety restraints are based on probable
child height, age and weight thresholds from NHTSA and other safety
organizations, or are the minimum requirements of law. Ford
recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety
Technician (CPST) and consult your pediatrician to make sure your
child seat is appropriate for your child, and is compatible with and
properly installed in the vehicle. To locate a child seat fitting station
and CPST, contact the NHTSA toll free at 1-888-327-4236 or on the
internet at http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov. In Canada, check with your local
St. John Ambulance office for referral to a CPST or for further
information, contact your provincial ministry of transportation, your
local St. John Ambulance office at http://www.sfa.ca, or Transport
Canada at 1–800–333–0371 (http://www.tc.gc.ca). Failure to properly
restrain children in safety seats made especially for their height, age,
and weight may result in an increased risk of serious injury or death to
your child.

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Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children

Child size, height, weight, or
age

Infants
or
toddlers

Small
children

Larger
children

• You are required by law to properly use safety seats for infants and
toddlers in the U.S. and Canada.

• Many states and provinces require that small children use approved
booster seats until they reach age eight, a height of 4 ft 9 in.
(1.45 meters) tall, or 80 lb (36 kg). Check your local and state or
provincial laws for specific requirements regarding the safety of
children in your vehicle.

• When possible, always properly restrain children twelve (12) years of
age and under in a rear seating position of your vehicle. Accident
statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in
the rear seating positions than in a front seating position.

Children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) or
less (generally age four or
younger).

Children who have outgrown or no
longer properly fit in a child safety
seat (generally children who are
less than 4 feet 9 inches
(1.45 meters) tall, are greater than
age four (4) and less than age
twelve (12), and between 40 lb
(18 kg) and 80 lb (36 kg) and
upward to 100 lb (45 kg) if
recommended by your child
restraint manufacturer).

Children who have outgrown or no
longer properly fit in a
belt-positioning booster seat
(generally children who are at
least 4 feet 9 inches (1.45 meters)
tall or greater than 80 lb (36 kg)
or 100 lb (45 kg) if recommended
by child restraint manufacturer).

Recommended
restraint type

Use a child safety seat
(sometimes called an
infant carrier,
convertible seat, or
toddler seat).

Use a belt-positioning
booster seat.

Use a vehicle safety
belt having the lap belt
snug and low across the
hips, shoulder belt
centered across the
shoulder and chest, and
seatback upright.

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CHILD SEATS

Use a child safety seat (sometimes
called an infant carrier, convertible
seat, or toddler seat) for Infants,
toddlers or children weighing 40 lb
(18 kg) or less (generally age four
or younger)

CHILD SEAT POSITIONING

WARNING: Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat.

NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active airbag.
If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the
vehicle seat all the way back. When possible, all children age 12 and
under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position. If all
children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear seating
position, properly restrain the largest child in the front seat.

WARNING: Always carefully follow the instructions and

warnings provided by the manufacturer of any child restraint to
determine if the restraint device is appropriate for your child’s size,
height, weight, or age. Follow the child restraint manufacturer’s
instructions and warnings provided for installation and use in
conjunction with the instructions and warnings provided by the vehicle
manufacturer. A safety seat that is improperly installed or utilized, is
inappropriate for your child’s height, age, or weight or does not
properly fit the child may increase the risk of serious injury or death.

WARNING: Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap

while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child
from injury in a collision, which may result in serious injury or death.

WARNING: Never use pillows, books, or towels to boost a child.

They can slide around and increase the likelihood of injury or
death in a collision.

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WARNING: Always restrain an unoccupied child seat or booster
seat. These objects may become projectiles in a collision or

sudden stop, which may increase the risk of serious injury.

WARNING: Never place, or allow a child to place, the shoulder

belt under a child’s arm or behind the back because it reduces
the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk
of injury or death in a collision.

WARNING: Do not leave children or pets unattended in your

vehicle.

Use any attachment method as indicated

below by X

LATCH

(lower
Restraint
Type

Rear
facing
child seat

Forward
facing
child seat

Forward
facing
child seat

Note: The child seat must rest tightly against the vehicle seat. It may be
necessary to lift or remove the head restraint. See the Seats chapter for
information on head restraints.

Child

Weight

Up to
48 lb
(21 kg)

Up to
48 lb
(21 kg)

Over
48 lb
(21 kg)

anchors

and

top

tether

anchor)

LATCH
(lower
anchors
only)

XX

XXX

Safety
belt
and
top
tether
anchor

Safety
belt and
LATCH
(lower
anchors
and top
tether
anchor)

XX

Safety
belt
only

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BOOSTER SEATS

WARNING: Never place, or allow a child to place, the shoulder

belt under a child’s arm or behind the back because it reduces
the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk
of injury or death in a collision.

Note: Some booster seat safety belt guides may not accommodate the
shoulder portion of the inflatable safety belt.

Use a belt-positioning booster seat for children who have outgrown or no
longer properly fit in a child safety seat (generally children who are less
than 4 feet 9 inches (1.45 meters) tall, are greater than age four (4) and
less than age twelve (12), and between 40 lb (18 kg) and 80 lb (36 kg)
and upward to 100 lb (45 kg) if recommended by your child restraint
manufacturer). Many state and provincial laws require that children use
approved booster seats until they reach age eight, a height of 4 feet
9 inches (1.45 meters) tall, or 80 lb (36 kg).

Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of these
questions when seated without a booster seat:

• Can the child sit all the way back
against the vehicle seat back with
knees bent comfortably at the
edge of the seat cushion?

• Can the child sit without
slouching?

• Does the lap belt rest low across the hips?

• Is the shoulder belt centered on the shoulder and chest?

• Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip?

Always use booster seats in conjunction with the vehicle lap/shoulder
belt.

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Types of Booster Seats

• Backless booster seats

If your backless booster seat has a removable shield, remove the shield.
If a vehicle seating position has a low seat back or no head restraint, a
backless booster seat may place your child’s head (as measured at the
tops of the ears) above the top of the seat. In this case, move the
backless booster to another seating position with a higher seat back or
head restraint and lap/shoulder belts, or consider using a high back
booster seat.

• High back booster seats

If, with a backless booster seat, you cannot find a seating position that
adequately supports your child’s head, a high back booster seat would be
a better choice.

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Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster that
keeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across the
stomach, and lets you adjust the shoulder belt to cross the chest and
rest snugly near the center of the shoulder. The following drawings
compare the ideal fit (center) to a shoulder belt uncomfortably close to
the neck and a shoulder belt that could slip off the shoulder. The
drawings also show how the lap belt should be low and snug across the
child’s hips.

If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat, placing a rubberized mesh
sold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat may improve this
condition. Do not introduce any item thicker than this under the booster
seat. Check with the booster seat manufacturer’s instructions.

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INSTALLING CHILD SEATS

Using lap and shoulder belts

WARNING: Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat.
NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active airbag.

If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the
seat all the way back.

WARNING: Children 12 and under should be properly restrained
in the rear seat whenever possible.

WARNING: Depending on where you secure a child restraint,

and depending on the child restraint design, you may block
access to certain safety belt buckle assemblies and/or LATCH lower
anchors, rendering those features potentially unusable. To avoid risk of
injury, occupants should only use seating positions where they are able
to be properly restrained.

When installing a child safety seat with combination lap/shoulder belts:

• Use the correct safety belt buckle for that seating position.

• Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle until you hear a snap

and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the
buckle.

• Keep the buckle release button pointing up and away from the safety
seat, with the tongue between the child seat and the release button,
to prevent accidental unbuckling.

• Place vehicle seat back in upright position.

• For second row seating positions, if needed, the recliner may be

adjusted slightly to improve child seat fit. If needed the head
restraints may be removed.

• For third row seating positions the head restraints may be stowed to
improve child seat fit, if needed. Refer to Rear seats in the Seats
chapter for information on folding the head restraints.

• Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode. Refer to Step 5
below. This vehicle does not require the use of a locking clip.

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Perform the following steps when installing the child seat with
combination lap and shoulder belts:

Note: Although the child seat illustrated is a forward facing child seat,
the steps are the same for installing a rear facing child seat.

Note: The Lock-off device on some child restraints may not
accommodate the shoulder portion of the inflatable safety belt. Follow all
instructions provided by the manufacturer of the child restraint
regarding the necessary and proper use of the Lock-off device. In some
instances these devices have been provided only for use in vehicles with
safety belt systems that would otherwise require a locking clip. This
vehicle does not require the use of a locking clip.

1. Position the child safety seat in a
seat with a combination lap and
shoulder belt.

2. After positioning the child safety seat in the proper seating position,
do the following:

• Standard safety belt: pull down
on the shoulder belt and then
grasp the shoulder belt and lap
belt together behind the belt
tongue.

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• Inflatable safety belt: grasp the
shoulder belt and lap belt together
behind the belt tongue.

3. While holding the shoulder and
lap belt portions together, route the
tongue through the child seat
according to the child seat
manufacturer’s instructions. Be sure
the belt webbing is not twisted.

4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to
the direction the tongue is coming from) for that seating position until
you hear a snap and feel the latch engage. Make sure the tongue is
latched securely by pulling on it.

• Standard safety belt buckle

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• Inflatable safety belt buckle

5. To put the retractor in the automatic locking mode, do the following;

• Standard safety belt: grasp the
shoulder portion of the belt and
pull downward until all of the
belt is pulled out.

• Inflatable safety belt: grasp the lap
portion of the inflatable safety belt
and pull upward until all of the belt
is pulled out.

Note: Unlike the standard safety belt, the inflatable safety belt’s unique
lap portion locks the child seat for installation. The ability for the
shoulder portion of the belt to move freely is normal, even after the lap
belt has been put into the automatic locking mode.

6. Allow the belt to retract to remove slack. The belt will click as it
retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode.

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7. Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is
in the automatic locking mode (you should not be able to pull more belt
out). If the retractor is not locked, repeat Steps 5 and 6.

8. Remove remaining slack from the belt. Force the seat down with extra
weight, e.g., by pressing down or kneeling on the child restraint while
pulling up on the shoulder belt (for standard safety belt) or pulling down
on the lap belt (for inflatable safety belt) in order to force slack from the
belt. This is necessary to remove the remaining slack that will exist once
the additional weight of the child is added to the child restraint. It also
helps to achieve the proper snugness of the child seat to the vehicle.
Sometimes, a slight lean towards the buckle will additionally help to
remove remaining slack from the belt.

• Standard safety belt

• Inflatable safety belt

9. Attach the tether strap (if the child seat is equipped). Refer to Using
tether straps later in this chapter.

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10. Before placing the child in the
seat, forcibly move the seat forward
and back to make sure the seat is
securely held in place. To check
this, grab the seat at the belt path
and attempt to move it side to side
and forward and back. There should
be no more than 1 inch (2.5 cm) of
movement for proper installation.

Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger
Safety Technician (CPST) to make certain the child restraint is properly
installed. In Canada, check with your local St. John Ambulance office for
referral to a CPST.

Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH)

WARNING: Never attach two child safety seats to the same

anchor. In a crash, one anchor may not be strong enough to hold
two child safety seat attachments and may break, causing serious injury
or death.

WARNING: Depending on where you secure a child restraint,

and depending on the child restraint design, you may block
access to certain safety belt buckle assemblies and/or LATCH lower
anchors, rendering those features potentially unusable. To avoid risk of
injury, occupants should only use seating positions where they are able
to be properly restrained.

The LATCH system is composed of three vehicle anchor points: two
lower anchors located where the vehicle seat back and seat cushion meet
(called the seat bight) and one top tether anchor located behind that
seating position.

LATCH compatible child safety seats have two rigid or webbing mounted
attachments that connect to the two lower anchors at the LATCH equipped
seating positions in your vehicle. This type of attachment method
eliminates the need to use safety belts to attach the child seat, however
the safety belt can still be used to attach the child seat. For forward-facing
child seats, the top tether strap must also be attached to the proper top
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Your vehicle has LATCH lower anchors for child seat installation at the
seating positions marked with the child seat symbol.

• Second row bucket seats and
third-row passenger side

• Second row bench seats and
third-row passenger side

The LATCH anchors are located at
the rear section of the rear seat
between the cushion and seatback
below the symbols as shown. Follow
the child seat manufacturer’s
instructions to properly install a
child seat with LATCH attachments.

Follow the instructions on attaching child safety seats with tether straps.
Refer to Using tether straps later in this chapter.

Attach LATCH lower attachments of the child seat only to the anchors
shown.

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Use of inboard lower anchors from the outboard seating positions (center seating use)

WARNING: The standardized spacing for LATCH lower anchors

is 11 in. (28 cm) center to center. Do not use LATCH lower
anchors for the center seating position unless the child seat
manufacturer’s instructions permit and specify using anchors spaced at
least as far apart as those in this vehicle.

The lower anchors at the center of the second row bench seat are
spaced 20.5 in. (52 cm) apart. The standardized spacing for LATCH
lower anchors is 11 in. (28 cm) center to center. A child seat with rigid
LATCH attachments cannot be installed at the center seating position.
LATCH compatible child seats (with attachments on belt webbing) can
only be used at this seating position provided that the child seat
manufacturer’s instructions permit use with the anchor spacing stated.
Do not attach a child seat to any lower anchor if an adjacent child seat is
attached to that anchor.

Each time you use the safety seat, check that the seat is properly
attached to the lower anchors and tether anchor, if applicable. Tug the
child seat from side to side and forward and back where it is secured to
the vehicle. The seat should move less than one inch when you do this
for a proper installation.

If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being
injured in a crash greatly increases.

Combining Safety Belt and LATCH Lower Anchors for Attaching Child Safety Seats

When used in combination, either the safety belt or the LATCH lower
anchors may be attached first, provided a proper installation is achieved.
Attach the tether strap afterward, if included with the child seat.

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USING TETHER STRAPS

Many forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap
which extends from the back of the child safety seat and hooks
to an anchoring point called the top tether anchor. Tether

straps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats.
Contact the manufacturer of your child seat for information about

ordering a tether strap, or to obtain a longer tether strap if the tether
strap on your safety seat does not reach the appropriate top tether
anchor in the vehicle.

Once the child safety seat has been installed using either the safety belt,
the lower anchors of the LATCH system, or both, you can attach the top
tether strap.

The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions
(shown from top view):

• Second row bucket seats and
third row passenger side

• Second row bench seats and
third row passenger side

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Perform the following steps to install a child safety seat with tether
anchors:

Note: If you install a child seat with rigid LATCH attachments, do not
tighten the tether strap enough to lift the child seat off the vehicle seat
cushion when the child is seated in it. Keep the tether strap just snug
without lifting the front of the child seat. Keeping the child seat just
touching the vehicle seat gives the best protection in a severe crash.

1. Route the tether strap.

• Second row outboard seat positions: Route the child safety seat
tether strap over the seatback, under the head restraint and between
the head restraint posts. If needed the head restraint can be removed
to improve the fit of the child safety seat or tether strap.

• Second row center seat positions: Route the child safety seat
tether strap over the top of the the head restraint. If needed the head
restraint can be removed to improve the fit of the child safety seat or
tether strap. See Rear seats in this chapter for head restraint
information.

• Third row seat position: Route the child safety seat tether strap
over the seatback, under the head restraint and between the head
restraint posts. If needed, the head restraint may be folded down to
improve the fit of the child safety seat or tether strap. See Rear seats
in the Seats chapter for head restraint information.

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2. Locate the correct anchor for the selected rear seating position.

• 2nd row bucket (40/40)

• 2nd row bench (60/40)

• Third row seat

Note: The cargo tie-downs at the rear edge of the floor are not tether
anchors.

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3. Clip the tether hook to the anchor as shown. The tether hook may be

twisted 1/2 turn to improve installation.

If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly, the child safety seat may not be
retained properly in the event of a collision.

4. Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the

manufacturer’s instructions.
If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being

injured in a collision greatly increases.
If your child restraint system is equipped with a tether strap, and the

child restraint manufacturer recommends its use, Ford also recommends
its use.

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CHILD SAFETY LOCKS

When these locks are set, the rear doors cannot be opened from the
inside.

The childproof locks are located on
the rear edge of each rear door and
must be set separately for each
door.

• Insert the key and turn to the
lock position (key horizontal) to
engage the childproof locks.

• Insert the key and turn to the
unlock position (key vertical) to
disengage the childproof locks.

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PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION

WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright
and the lap belt snug and low across the hips.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit
where they can be properly restrained.

WARNING: Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap
while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the

child from injury in a collision.

WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver,
should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an

airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is provided.

WARNING: It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,

inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, 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 safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and
using a safety belt properly.

WARNING: In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is

significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a safety
belt.

WARNING: Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific

safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one
tongue that are designed to be used as a pair. 1) Use the shoulder belt
on the outside shoulder only. Never wear the shoulder belt under the
arm. 2) Never swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside
shoulder. 3) Never use a single belt for more than one person.

WARNING: When possible, all children 12 years old and under

should be properly restrained in a rear seating position.

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WARNING: Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle

that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn a
small child. Check seat covers and buckles before you place a child
anywhere near them.

WARNING: Front and rear seat occupants, including pregnant

women, should wear safety belts for optimum protection in an
accident.

All seating positions in this vehicle have lap and shoulder safety belts. All
occupants of the vehicle should always properly wear their safety belts,
even when an airbag supplemental restraint system is provided.

The safety belt system consists of:

• Lap and shoulder safety belts.

• Shoulder safety belt with automatic locking mode, (except driver and

rear inflatable safety belt).

• Height adjuster at the front outboard seating positions

• Safety belt pretensioner at the front outboard seating positions.

• Belt tension sensor at the front outboard passenger seating position.

• Safety belt warning light and chime. Refer to Safety Belt

Warning Light and Indicator Chime later in this chapter.

• Crash sensors and monitoring system with readiness
indicator. Refer to Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator in
the Supplemental Restraint System chapter.

The safety belt pretensioners and rear inflatable safety belts are designed
to activate in frontal, near-frontal and side collisions, and in rollovers.
The safety belt pretensioners on the retractor and anchor at the front
seating positions are designed to tighten the safety belts firmly against
the occupant’s body when activated. This helps increase the effectiveness
of the safety belts. In frontal collisions, the safety belt pretensioners can
be activated alone or, if the collision is of sufficient severity, together
with the front airbags.

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FASTENING THE SAFETY BELTS

The front outboard and rear safety restraints in the vehicle are
combination lap and shoulder belts.

1. Insert the belt tongue into the
proper buckle (the buckle closest to
the direction the tongue is coming
from) until you hear a snap and feel
it latch. Make sure the tongue is
securely fastened in the buckle.

2. To unfasten, press the release
button and remove the tongue from
the buckle.

Restraint of Pregnant Women

WARNING: Always ride and drive with your seatback upright

and the safety belt properly fastened. The lap portion of the
safety belt should fit snug and be positioned low across the hips. The
shoulder portion of the safety belt should be positioned across the
chest. Pregnant women should also follow this practice. See the
following figure.

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Pregnant women should always
wear their safety belt. The lap belt
portion of a combination lap and
shoulder belt should be positioned
low across the hips below the belly
and worn as tight as comfort will
allow. The shoulder belt should be
positioned to cross the middle of
the shoulder and the center of the
chest.

Safety Belt Locking Modes

WARNING: After any vehicle collision, the safety belt system at

all passenger seating positions must be checked by an authorized
dealer to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child
seats is still functioning properly. In addition, all safety belts should be
checked for proper function.

WARNING: BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE

REPLACED if the safety belt assembly automatic locking retractor
feature or any other safety belt function is not operating properly when
checked by an authorized dealer. Failure to replace the belt and retractor
assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions.

All safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder
belts. The driver safety belt has the first locking mode and the front
outboard passenger and rear seat safety belts have both types of locking
modes described as follows:

Vehicle sensitive mode: This is the normal retractor mode, which allows
free shoulder or lap belt length adjustment to your movements and locking
in response to vehicle movement. For example, if the driver brakes
suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives an impact of
approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) or more, the combination safety belts will
lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers.

In addition, the retractor(s) is designed to lock if the webbing is pulled
out too quickly. If this occurs, let the belt retract slightly and pull
webbing out again in a slow and controlled manner.

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Automatic locking mode: In this mode, the shoulder belt or lap belt is
automatically pre-locked. The belt will still retract to remove any slack in
the shoulder or lap belt. The automatic locking mode is not available on
the driver safety belt.

When to use the automatic locking mode: This mode should be used
any time a child safety seat, except a booster, is installed in passenger

front or rear seating positions. Children 12 years old and under should
be properly restrained in a rear seating position whenever possible.

How to use the automatic locking mode

Non-inflatable safety belts

• Buckle the combination lap and shoulder
belt.

• Grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and
pull downward until the entire belt is pulled
out. As the belt retracts, you will hear a
clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt
is now in the automatic locking mode.

Rear outboard inflatable safety belts (second row only–if equipped)

• Buckle the combination lap and shoulder
belt.

• Grasp the lap portion of the belt and pull
upward until the entire belt is pulled out.

• Allow the belt to retract. As the belt
retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This
indicates the safety belt is now in the
automatic locking mode.

How to disengage the automatic locking mode: Disconnect the
combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to
disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive
(emergency) locking mode.

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Safety Belt Extension Assembly

WARNING: Do not use extensions to change the fit of the
shoulder belt across the torso.

WARNING: Do not use extensions with an inflatable safety belt.

Safety belt extensions are vehicle specific. Please see an authorized
dealer to ensure you obtain the proper safety belt extension for your
vehicle. Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the
safety belt. A safety belt extension is not available for the inflatable
safety belt. Also, use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is
too short for you when fully extended.

SAFETY BELT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

WARNING: Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the

belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust
the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt
and increase the risk of injury in a collision.

Your vehicle has safety belt height
adjustments for the front outboard
seating positions.

Adjust the height of the shoulder
belt so the belt rests across the
middle of your shoulder.

Slide the adjuster up to raise the belt
and push the button and slide it
down to lower the belt.

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SAFETY BELT WARNING LIGHT AND INDICATOR CHIME

This lamp illuminates and an audible warning will sound if the
driver’s safety belt has not been fastened when the vehicle’s
ignition is turned on.

Conditions of operation

If... Then...

The driver’s safety belt is not
buckled before the ignition
switch is turned to the on
position...

The driver’s safety belt is
buckled while the indicator
light is illuminated and the
warning chime is sounding...

The driver’s safety belt is
buckled before the ignition
switch is turned to the on
position...

SAFETY BELT-MINDER姞

This feature supplements the safety belt warning function by providing
additional reminders by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating
the safety belt warning light when the driver’s or front passenger’s seat is
occupied and the safety belt is unbuckled.

The system uses information from the front passenger sensing system to
determine if a front seat passenger is present and therefore potentially in
need of a warning. To avoid activating the Belt-Minder威 feature for
objects placed in the front passenger seat, warnings will only be given to
front seat occupants as determined by the front passenger sensing
system.

If the Belt-Minder威 warnings have expired (warnings for approximately
five minutes) for one occupant (driver or front passenger), the other
occupant can still activate the Belt-Minder威 feature.

The safety belt warning light
illuminates 1-2 minutes and the
warning chime sounds 4-8 seconds.

The safety belt warning light and
warning chime turn off.

The safety belt warning light and
indicator chime remain off.

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If... Then...

The driver’s and front
passenger’s safety belts are
buckled before the ignition
switch is turned to the on
position or less than
1-2 minutes have elapsed since
the ignition switch has been
turned to on...

The driver’s or front
passenger’s safety belt is not
buckled when the vehicle has
reached at least 6 mph
(9.7 km/h) and 1-2 minutes
have elapsed since the ignition
switch has been turned to on...

The driver’s or front
passenger’s safety belt becomes
unbuckled for approximately
one minute while the vehicle is
traveling at least 6 mph
(9.7 km/h) and more than
1-2 minutes have elapsed since
the ignition switch has been
turned to on...

The Belt-Minder威 feature will not
activate.

The Belt-Minder威 feature is activated

- the safety belt warning light
illuminates and the warning chime
sounds for six seconds every
25 seconds, repeating for
approximately five minutes or until
the safety belts are buckled.

The Belt-Minder威 feature is activated

- the safety belt warning light
illuminates and the warning chime
sounds for six seconds every
25 seconds, repeating for
approximately five minutes or until
the safety belts are buckled.

Deactivating/Activating the Belt-Minder姞 Feature

WARNING: While the system allows you to deactivate it, this

system is designed to improve your chances of being safely
belted and surviving an accident. We recommend you leave the system
activated for yourself and others who may use the vehicle. To reduce
the risk of injury, do not deactivate/activate the system while driving
the vehicle.

Note: The driver and front passenger warning are deactivated and
activated independently. When deactivating or activating one seating
position, do not buckle the other position as this will terminate the
process.

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Read Steps1-4thoroughly before proceeding with the deactivation
or activation programming procedure.

The system can be deactivated or activated by performing the following
procedure:

Before following the procedure, make sure that:

• The parking brake is set

• The transmission selector lever is in position P

• The ignition is off

• The driver and front passenger safety belts are unbuckled

1. Turn the ignition on. DO NOT START THE ENGINE.

2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off (approximately one
minute).

3. Wait 10 seconds after the safety belt warning light turns off.

• Step 4 must be completed within 20 seconds after the completion of
Step 3.

4. For the seating position being disabled, buckle then unbuckle the safety

belt three times at a moderate speed, ending in the unbuckled state.

• After Step 4, the safety belt warning light will be turned on for three
seconds.

5. Within approximately seven seconds of the light turning off, buckle

then unbuckle the safety belt.

• This will disable the feature for that seating position if it is currently
enabled.

• This will enable the feature for that seating position if it is currently
disabled.

REAR INFLATABLE SAFETY BELT (IF EQUIPPED)

WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the rear
inflatable safety belt.

The rear inflatable safety belts are fitted in the shoulder portion of the
safety belts of the second-row outboard seating positions.

Note: The rear inflatable safety belts are compatible with most infant and
child safety car seats and belt positioning booster seats when properly
installed. This is because they are designed to fill with a cooled gas at a
lower pressure and at a slower rate than traditional airbags. After inflation,
the shoulder portion of the safety belt remains cool to the touch.

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The rear inflatable safety belt consists of the following:

• An inflatable bag located in the shoulder safety belt webbing.

• Lap safety belt webbing with automatic locking mode.

• Safety belt warning light and chime. See Safety belt warning

lights and indicators in this chapter.

• Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator. See Crash sensors and
Airbag Indicator in the Supplemental Restraint System

chapter.

How Does the Rear Inflatable Safety Belt System Work?

WARNING: If the rear inflatable safety belt has deployed, it will
not function again. The rear inflatable safety belt system

must be replaced by an authorized dealer.

• The rear inflatable safety belts will function like standard restraints in
everyday usage.

• During a collision of sufficient force, the inflatable
belt will inflate from inside the webbing.

• The fully inflated belt’s increased diameter more
effectively holds the occupant in the appropriate
seating position, and spreads crash forces over more
area of the body than regular safety belts. This
helps reduce pressure on the chest and helps
control head and neck motion for passengers.

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CHILD RESTRAINT AND SAFETY BELT MAINTENANCE

Inspect the vehicle safety belts and child safety seat systems periodically
to make sure they work properly and are not damaged. Inspect the
vehicle and child seat safety belts to make sure there are no nicks, tears
or cuts. Replace if necessary. All vehicle safety belt assemblies, including
retractors, buckles, front safety belt buckle assemblies, buckle support
assemblies (slide bar-if equipped), shoulder belt height adjusters (if
equipped), shoulder belt guide on seatback (if equipped), rear inflatable
safety belts (if equipped), child safety seat LATCH and tether anchors,
and attaching hardware, should be inspected after a collision. Refer to
the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for additional inspection
and maintenance information specific to the child restraint. Ford Motor
Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles
involved in a collision be replaced. However, if the collision was minor
and an authorized dealer finds that the belts do not show damage and
continue to operate properly, they do not need to be replaced. Safety
belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and
replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted.

For proper care of soiled safety belts, refer to Interior in the Cleaning
chapter.

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PERSONAL SAFETY SYSTEM™

The Personal Safety System provides an improved overall level of frontal
crash protection to front seat occupants and is designed to help further
reduce the risk of airbag-related injuries. The system is able to analyze
different occupant conditions and crash severity before activating the
appropriate safety devices to help better protect a range of occupants in
a variety of frontal crash situations.

Your vehicle’s Personal Safety System consists of:

• Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints.

• Front outboard safety belts with pretensioners, energy management

retractors (first row only), and safety belt usage sensors.

• Driver’s seat position sensor

• Front passenger sensing system

• Passenger airbag off/on indicator lamp

• Front crash severity sensors.

• Restraints Control Module (RCM) with impact and safing sensors.

• Restraint system warning light and backup tone.

• The electrical wiring for the airbags, crash sensor(s), safety belt

pretensioners, front safety belt usage sensors, driver seat position
sensor, front passenger sensing system, and indicator lights.

How does the Personal Safety System work?

The Personal Safety System can adapt the deployment strategy of your
vehicle’s safety devices according to crash severity and occupant
conditions. A collection of crash and occupant sensors provides
information to the restraints control module. During a crash, the
restraints control module may activate the safety belt pretensioners
and/or either one or both stages of the dual-stage airbag supplemental
restraints based on crash severity and occupant conditions.

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PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION

WARNING: Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently, and the
risk of injury from a deploying airbag is the greatest close to the

trim covering the airbag module.

WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver,
should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an

airbag supplemental restraint system is provided.

WARNING: Always transport children 12 years old and under in
the back seat and always properly use appropriate child

restraints.

WARNING: Never place your arm over the airbag module as a
deploying airbag can result in serious arm fractures or other

injuries.

WARNING: Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat.

NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active airbag.
If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the
seat all the way back.

WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the

airbag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses. Contact your
authorized dealer as soon as possible.

WARNING: Several airbag system components get hot after

inflation. Do not touch them after inflation.

WARNING: If the airbag has deployed, the airbag will not

function again and must be replaced immediately. If the airbag is
not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a
collision.

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The airbags are a supplemental restraint system and are designed to
work with the safety belts to help protect the driver and right front
passenger from certain upper body injuries. Airbags DO NOT inflate
slowly; there is a risk of injury from a deploying airbag.

Note: You will hear a loud bang and see a cloud of harmless powdery
residue if an airbag deploys. This is normal.

The airbags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation. After airbag
deployment, it is normal to notice a smoke-like, powdery residue or smell
the burnt propellant. This may consist of cornstarch, talcum powder (to
lubricate the bag) or sodium compounds (e.g., baking soda) that result
from the combustion process that inflates the airbag. Small amounts of
sodium hydroxide may be present which may irritate the skin and eyes,
but none of the residue is toxic. While the system is designed to help
reduce serious injuries, contact with a deploying airbag may also cause
abrasions or swelling. Temporary hearing loss is also a possibility as a
result of the noise associated with a deploying airbag. Because airbags
must inflate rapidly and with considerable force, there is the risk of
death or serious injuries such as fractures, facial and eye injuries or
internal injuries, particularly to occupants who are not properly
restrained or are otherwise out of position at the time of airbag
deployment. Thus, it is extremely important that occupants be properly
restrained as far away from the airbag module as possible while
maintaining vehicle control.

Routine maintenance of the airbags is not required.

SOS POST-CRASH ALERT SYSTEM™

The system flashes the turn signal lamps and sounds the horn
(intermittently) in the event of a serious impact that deploys an airbag
equipped on your vehicle such as front, side, side curtain or Safety
Canopy威.

The horn and lamps will turn off when:

• the hazard control button is pressed

• the panic button is pressed on the remote entry transmitter, or

• the vehicle runs out of power.

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DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIRBAGS

WARNING: Never place your arm or any objects over an airbag

module. Placing your arm over a deploying airbag can result in
serious arm fractures or other injuries. Objects placed on or over the
airbag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the
airbag into your face and torso causing serious injury.

WARNING: Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat.

Never place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active airbag. If
you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the
seat all the way back.

The driver and front passenger
airbags will deploy during significant
frontal and near frontal collisions.

The driver and passenger front airbag system consists of:

• Driver and passenger airbag modules

• Crash sensors and monitoring system with readiness

indicator. Refer to Crash sensors and airbag indicator
later in this chapter.

• Front passenger sensing system.

Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment

WARNING: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

(NHTSA) recommends a minimum distance of at least 10 in.
(25 cm) between an occupant’s chest and the driver airbag module.

To properly position yourself away from the airbag:

• Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the
pedals comfortably.

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• Recline the seat slightly (one or two degrees) from the upright
position.

After all occupants have adjusted their seats and put on safety belts, it’s
very important that they continue to sit properly. A properly seated
occupant sits upright, leaning against the seat back, and centered on the
seat cushion, with their feet comfortably extended on the floor. Sitting
improperly can increase the chance of injury in a crash event. For
example, if an occupant slouches, lies down, turns sideways, sits forward,
leans forward or sideways, or puts one or both feet up, the chance of
injury during a crash is greatly increased.

Children and Airbags

WARNING: Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat.

NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active airbag.
If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the
seat all the way back.

Children must always be properly
restrained. Accident statistics
suggest that children are safer when
properly restrained in the rear
seating positions than in the front
seating position. Failure to follow
these instructions may increase the
risk of injury in a collision.

Knee airbag system (passenger’s side only)

The knee airbag is located under the instrument panel. The system
works along with the passenger’s front airbag to help reduce injury to the
legs. When the passenger’s airbag activates in a collision, the knee airbag
deploys from under the instrument panel.

As with front and side airbags, it is important to be properly seated and
restrained to reduce the risk of death or serious injury.

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FRONT PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM

WARNING: Even with Advanced Restraints Systems, children 12
and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position.

WARNING: Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat

back reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushion
and affect the decision of the front passenger sensing system, resulting
in serious injury or death in a crash.
Always sit upright against your seatback, with your feet on the floor.

WARNING: Any alteration/modification to the front passenger seat

may affect the performance of the front passenger sensing system.

This system works with sensors that are part of the front passenger’s
seat and safety belt to detect the presence of a properly-seated occupant
and determine if the front passenger’s frontal airbag should be enabled
(may inflate) or not.

The front passenger sensing system
uses a passenger airbag status
indicator which will illuminate
indicating that the front passenger
frontal airbag is either ON (enabled)
or OFF (disabled). The indicator
lamp is located in the center stack of
the instrument panel.

Note: The passenger airbag status indicator OFF and ON lamps will
illuminate for a short period of time when the ignition is first turned on
to confirm it is functional.

The front passenger sensing system is designed to disable (will not
inflate) the front passenger’s frontal airbag when the front passenger
seat is unoccupied, or a rear facing infant seat, a forward-facing child
restraint, or a booster seat is detected.

• When the front passenger sensing system disables (will not inflate)
the front passenger frontal airbag, the passenger airbag status
indicator will illuminate the OFF lamp and stay lit to remind you that
the front passenger frontal airbag is disabled.

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• If the child restraint has been installed and the passenger airbag
status indicator illuminates the ON lamp, then turn the vehicle off,
remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the restraint
following the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions.

The front passenger sensing system is designed to enable (may inflate)
the front passenger’s frontal airbag anytime the system senses that a
person of adult size is sitting properly in the front passenger seat.

• When the front passenger sensing system enables the front passenger
frontal airbag (may inflate), the passenger airbag status indicator will
illuminate the ON lamp and remain illuminated.

If a person of adult size is sitting in the front passenger’s seat, but the
passenger airbag status indicator OFF lamp is lit, it is possible that the
person isn’t sitting properly in the seat. If this happens:

• Turn the vehicle off and ask the person to place the seatback in the
full upright position.

• Have the person sit upright in the seat, centered on the seat cushion,
with the person’s legs comfortably extended.

• Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for
about two minutes. This will allow the system to detect that person
and enable the passenger’s frontal airbag.

• If the passenger airbag status indicator OFF lamp remains lit even
after this, the person should be advised to ride in the rear seat.

Occupant

Empty

Child

Adult

Note: When the passenger airbag status indicator OFF lamp is
illuminated, the passenger side airbag (seat mounted) may be disabled to
avoid the risk of airbag deployment injuries.

After all occupants have adjusted their seats and put on safety belts, it’s
very important that they continue to sit properly. A properly seated
occupant sits upright, leaning against the seat back, and centered on the
seat cushion, with their feet comfortably extended on the floor. Sitting

Passenger Airbag

Status Indicator

OFF: Lit

ON: Unlit

OFF: Lit

ON: Unlit

OFF: Unlit

ON: Lit

Passenger Airbag

Disabled

Disabled

Enabled

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improperly can increase the chance of injury in a crash event. For
example, if an occupant slouches, lies down, turns sideways, sits forward,
leans forward or sideways, or puts one or both feet up, the chance of
injury during a crash is greatly increased.

To know if the front passenger sensing system is operating
properly, refer to Crash sensors and Airbag Indicator later in
this chapter.

DO NOT attempt to repair or service the system; take your vehicle
immediately to an authorized dealer.

If it is necessary to modify an advanced front airbag system to
accommodate a person with disabilities, contact the Ford Customer
Relationship Center at the phone number shown in the Getting the
services you need section of the Customer Assistance chapter, or see
your authorized dealer.

SIDE AIRBAGS

WARNING: Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near

the airbag cover, on the side of the seatbacks (of the front seats),
or in front seat areas that may come into contact with a deploying
airbag. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of
personal injury in the event of a collision.

WARNING: Do not use accessory seat covers. The use of

accessory seat covers may prevent the deployment of the side
airbags and increase the risk of injury in an accident.

WARNING: Do not lean your head on the door. The side airbag

could injure you as it deploys from the side of the seatback.

WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the

airbag, its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an airbag.
Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

WARNING: If the side airbag has deployed, the airbag will not

function again. The side airbag system (including the seat)
must be inspected and serviced by an authorized dealer. If the

airbag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of
injury in a collision.

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The side airbags are fitted on the outboard side of the seatbacks of the
front seats. In certain lateral collisions, the airbag on the side affected by
the collision will be inflated. The airbag was designed to inflate between
the door panel and occupant to further enhance the protection provided
occupants in side impact collisions.

The system consists of the following:

• A label or embossed side panel indicating
that side airbags are fitted to your vehicle.

• Side airbags located inside the seatback of
the driver and front passenger seats.

• Crash sensors and monitoring system with readiness
indicator. Refer to Crash sensors and airbag indicator
later in this chapter.

• Front passenger sensing system

Note: The passenger sensing system will deactivate the passenger
seat-mounted side airbag if it detects an empty, unbuckled passenger
seat.

The design and development of the side airbag system included
recommended testing procedures that were developed by a group of
automotive safety experts known as the Side Airbag Technical Working
Group. These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk of
injuries related to the deployment of side airbags.

SAFETY CANOPY姞 CURTAIN AIRBAGS

WARNING: Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near

the headliner at the siderail that may come into contact with a
deploying curtain airbag. Failure to follow these instructions may
increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision.

WARNING: Do not lean your head on the door. The curtain

airbag could injure you as it deploys from the headliner.

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WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the

curtain airbags, its fuses, the A, B, C or D pillar trim, or the
headliner on a vehicle containing curtain airbags. Contact your
authorized dealer as soon as possible.

WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle including the driver

should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS
and curtain airbag is provided.

WARNING: To reduce risk of injury, do not obstruct or place

objects in the deployment path of the curtain airbag.

WARNING: If the curtain airbags have deployed, the curtain

airbags will not function again. The curtain airbags (including the
A, B, C or D pillar trim and headliner) must be inspected and serviced
by an authorized dealer. If the curtain airbag is not replaced, the
unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision.

The Safety Canopy will deploy during significant side collisions or when a
certain likelihood of a rollover event is detected by the rollover sensor.
The Safety Canopy is mounted to the roof side-rail sheet metal, behind
the headliner, above each row of seats. In certain lateral collisions or
rollover events, the Safety Canopy will be activated, regardless of which
seats are occupied. The Safety Canopy is designed to inflate between the
side window area and occupants to further enhance protection provided
in side impact collisions and rollover events.

The system consists of the
following:

• Safety canopy curtain airbags
fitted above the trim panels over
the front and rear side windows
identified by a label or wording
on the headliner or roof-pillar
trim.

• A flexible headliner which opens above the side doors to allow air
curtain deployment.

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• Crash sensors and monitoring system with readiness
indicator. Refer to Crash sensors and airbag indicator in
this chapter.

Children 12 years old and under should always be properly restrained in
the rear seats. The Safety Canopy will not interfere with children
restrained using a properly installed child or booster seat because it is
designed to inflate downward from the headliner above the doors along
the side window opening.

The design and development of the Safety Canopy included recommended
testing procedures that were developed by a group of automotive safety
experts known as the Side Airbag Technical Working Group. These
recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk of injuries related to
the deployment of side airbags (including the Safety Canopy).

CRASH SENSORS AND AIRBAG INDICATOR

WARNING: Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of

the vehicle (including frame, bumper, front end body structure
and tow hooks) may affect the performance of the airbag system,
increasing the risk of injury. Do not modify the front end of the vehicle.

The vehicle has a collection of crash and occupant sensors which provide
information to the Restraints Control Module (RCM) which deploys
(activates) the front safety belt pretensioners, rear inflatable safety belts,
driver airbag, passenger airbag, passenger knee airbag, seat mounted side
airbags, and the Safety Canopy威. Based on the type of accident (frontal
impact, side impact or rollover) the restraints control module will deploy
the appropriate safety devices.

The restraints control module also monitors the readiness of the above
safety devices plus the crash and occupant sensors. The readiness of the
safety system is indicated by a warning indicator light in the instrument
cluster or by a backup tone if the warning light is not working. Refer to
Warning lamps and indicators in the Instrument Cluster chapter.
Routine maintenance of the airbag is not required.

A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following:

• The readiness light will either flash or stay lit.

• The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after the

ignition is turned on.

• A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeat
periodically until the problem and/or light are repaired.

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If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the supplemental
restraint system serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless
serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a
collision.

The safety belt pretensioners, rear inflatable safety belts and the airbag
supplemental restraint system are designed to activate when the vehicle
sustains longitudinal or lateral deceleration sufficient to cause the
restraints control module to deploy a safety device or when a certain
likelihood of a rollover event is detected by the rollover sensor.

The fact that the safety belt pretensioners or airbags did not activate for
both front seat occupants in a collision does not mean that something is
wrong with the system. Rather, it means the restraints control module
determined the accident conditions (crash severity, belt usage, etc.)
were not appropriate to activate these safety devices.

• Front airbags are designed to activate only in frontal and near-frontal
collisions (not rollovers, side impacts or rear impacts) unless the
collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration.

• The safety belt pretensioners and rear inflatable safety belts are
designed to activate in frontal, near-frontal and side collisions, and in
rollovers.

• Side airbags are designed to inflate in side-impact collisions, not
rollovers, rear impacts, frontal or near-frontal collisions, unless the
collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration.

• The Safety Canopy is designed to inflate in certain side impact
collisions or rollover events, not in rear impact, frontal or near-frontal
collisions, unless the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration or
rollover likelihood.

AIRBAG DISPOSAL

Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Airbags MUST BE
disposed of by qualified personnel.

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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

The remote control allows you to:

• remotely lock or unlock the vehicle doors

• unlock the doors without actively using a key or remote control

(intelligent access only)

• remotely open the power liftgate (if equipped)

• remotely start or stop the engine (if equipped)

• arm and disarm the anti-theft system

• activate the panic alarm.

Intelligent Access (If Equipped)

Your vehicle will allow you to unlock and enter your vehicle without
actively using a key or remote control. You can use this feature at the
front doors or at the liftgate/trunk. You can activate the intelligent access
feature as long as you have one of your intelligent access keys within
range of the front doors or the liftgate/trunk.

GENERAL INFORMATION ON RADIO FREQUENCIES

The remote control complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with
RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.

Note: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.

The typical operating range for your transmitter is approximately 33 feet
(10 meters). Vehicles with the remote start feature will have a greater
range. A decrease in operating range could be caused by:

• weather conditions

• nearby radio towers

• structures around the vehicle

• other vehicles parked next to your vehicle.

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Intelligent Access (If Equipped)

The system uses a radio frequency signal to communicate with your
vehicle and authorize your vehicle to unlock when commanded (either
by touching the inside of the driver door or front passenger exterior door
handle, by activating the exterior power liftgate button, or a button on
the transmitter itself). If excessive radio frequency interface is present in
the area, or if the transmitter battery is low, it may be necessary to
mechanically unlock your door. The mechanical key blade in your
intelligent access key can be used to open the driver’s door in this
situation. Refer to Remote Control in this chapter for more information
on the location and use of the mechanical key blade.

REMOTE CONTROL

Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs) (If Equipped)

Your vehicle may be equipped with
two integrated keyhead transmitters.
The key blade is used to start the
vehicle and unlock or lock the
driver’s door from outside the
vehicle. The transmitter portion
functions as the remote control.

Note: Your vehicle’s keys were

BY CUSTOMER ONLY

TO BE REMOVED

issued with a security label that

CAUTION

provides important vehicle key cut
information. Keep the label in a safe
place for future reference.

Intelligent Access Key (If Equipped)

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Your vehicle may be equipped with
two intelligent access keys which
operate the power locks and the
remote start system. The key must
be in the vehicle to activate the
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The intelligent access key also
contains a removable mechanical key
blade that can be used to unlock the
driver door. Slide the release on the
back of the transmitter to release the
key blade, then pull the blade out.

Note: Your vehicle’s back-up keys
were issued with a security tag that
provides important vehicle key cut
information. Keep the tag in a safe
place for future reference.

Replacing the Battery

Note: Refer to local regulations when disposing of transmitter batteries.
Note: Do not wipe off any grease on the battery terminals or on the

back surface of the circuit board.
Note: Replacing the battery will not delete the transmitter from the

vehicle. The transmitter should operate normally.
The remote control uses one coin-type three-volt lithium battery CR2032

or equivalent.

Integrated Keyhead Transmitter

1. Twist a thin coin in the slot near the key

1

ring to remove the battery cover (1).

2. Carefully peel up the rubber gasket (2)
from the transmitter if it does not come off

2

with battery cover.

3. Remove the old battery (3).

3

4. Insert the new battery. Refer to the instructions inside the integrated
keyhead transmitter for the correct orientation of the battery. Press the
battery down to ensure that the battery is fully seated in the battery
housing cavity.

5. Reinstall the rubber gasket.

6. Snap the battery cover back onto the key.

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Intelligent Access Transmitter

1. Remove the backup key from the transmitter.

2. Twist a thin coin in the slot
hidden behind the backup key slot
to remove the battery cover.

3. Remove the old battery.

4. Insert the new battery. Refer to the instruction inside the transmitter

for the correct orientation of the battery. Press the battery down to
make sure it is fully in the housing.

5. Snap the battery cover back onto the transmitter and install the

backup key.

Memory Feature (If Equipped)

The feature allows you to recall the driver seat, power mirrors, steering
column (if equipped) and power adjustable foot pedals (if equipped)
memory positions.

Press the unlock button on the remote control or activate intelligent
access (if equipped) to recall memory. The mirrors will move to the
programmed position and the seat will move to the easy entry position.
The seat will move to the final position when the ignition is switched out
of off (if easy entry feature is enabled).

Programming Memory To the Transmitter

1. Move the memory features to the desired positions using the

associated controls.

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2. Press and hold button 1 until a
tone is heard to confirm setting.
Continue to hold until a second
tone is heard.

3. Within three seconds press the
lock button on the remote control.

4. Wait 10 seconds, then press the
unlock button on the remote control.

5. Repeat this procedure for another memory button and transmitter if
desired.

Deactivating Memory From the Transmitter

1. Press and hold the desired button for five seconds. A tone will sound
when the memory store is done. Continue to hold until a second tone is
heard.

2. Within three seconds press the unlock button on the remote control.

3. Repeat this procedure for each additional transmitter if desired.

Car Finder

Press the button twice within three seconds. The horn will
chirp and the turn signals will flash. It is recommended that
this method be used to locate your vehicle, rather than using

the panic alarm.

Sounding a Panic Alarm

Note: The panic alarm will only operate when the ignition is off.

Press the button to activate the alarm. Press the button again
or turn the ignition on to deactivate.

Remote Start (If Equipped)

WARNING: To avoid exhaust fumes, do not use remote start if
your vehicle is parked indoors or areas that are not well ventilated.

Note: Do not use remote start if your vehicle is low on fuel.

Your vehicle has remote start if the transmitter has this button.

The remote start feature allows you to start the engine from outside the
vehicle. The transmitter has an extended operating range.

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Vehicles with automatic climate control can be configured to operate
when the vehicle is remote started. Refer to the Climate Control
chapter for more information. A manual climate control system will run
at the setting it was set to when the vehicle was last turned off.

Many states and provinces have restrictions for the use of remote start.
Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements
regarding remote start systems.

The remote start system will not work if:

• the ignition is on

• the alarm system is triggered

• the feature has been disabled

• the hood is not closed

• two remote vehicle starts have already been attempted within the last

hour

• the vehicle is not in P (Park)

• the vehicle battery voltage is too low

• the service engine soon light is on.

Remote Starting the Engine

Note: Each button press must be done within three seconds of each
other. The vehicle will not remote start if this sequence is not followed
and the horn will not chirp.

The label on your transmitter
details the starting procedure. To
remote start the engine:

1. Press the lock button to lock all the doors.

2. Press the remote start button twice. The exterior lamps will flash

twice.
The horn will chirp if the system fails to start (unless quiet start is on).

Quiet start will run the blower fan at a slower speed to reduce noise. It
can be switched on or off. Refer to the Information Displays chapter.

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Note: If the vehicle has been remote started and is equipped with an
integrated keyhead transmitter, you must turn the ignition on before
driving the vehicle. If equipped with an intelligent access transmitter, you
must press the START/STOP button on the instrument panel once while
applying the brake pedal before driving the vehicle.

The power windows will be inhibited during the remote start and the
radio will not turn on automatically.

The parking lamps will remain on and the engine will run for 5, 10, or
15 minutes, depending on the setting. Refer to the Information
Displays chapter to select the duration of the remote start system.

Extending the Engine Run Time

Repeat Steps 1 and 2 with the engine still running to extend the run
time for another remote start duration. If you programmed the duration
to last 10 minutes, the second 10 minutes will begin after what is left of
the first activation time. For example, if the vehicle had been running
from the first remote start for five minutes, the engine will continue to
run now for a total of 15 minutes. You can only extend the remote start
once.

Wait at least five seconds before remote starting after an engine
shutdown. Only two remote starts are allowed.

The ignition must be turned on and then back off or allow one hour to
pass before using remote start again if additional remote starts are
desired.

Turning the Engine Off After Remote Starting

Press the button once. The parking lamps will turn off.

You may have to be closer to the vehicle than when starting due to
ground reflection and the added noise of the running engine.

You can disable or enable the remote start system through the
information display. Refer to the Information Display chapter.

REPLACING A LOST KEY OR REMOTE CONTROL

Replacement or additional keys or remote controls can be purchased
from your authorized dealer. Your dealer can program the transmitters to
your vehicle or you may be able to program them yourself. Refer to the
Security chapter for information on programming your transmitters.

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PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION

MyKey威 allows you to program keys with restricted driving modes to
promote good driving habits. All but one of the keys programmed to the
vehicle can be activated with these restricted modes. Any keys that have
not been programmed are referred to as an “administrator key” or
“admin key” which can be used to:

• create a restricted key

• program optional MyKey settings

• clear all MyKey features altogether.

Once a key has been programmed you can access the following
information using the information display control:

• How many admin keys and MyKeys are programmed to the vehicle.

• The total distance the vehicle has been driven with a MyKey.

For vehicles equipped with Intelligent Access Key (push button start),
when both a MyKey and an Admin Intelligent Access key (fob) are present,
the admin fob will be recognized by the vehicle to start the engine.

Standard Settings

These settings cannot be changed.

• Belt-Minder. This cannot be disabled and the five-minute timer does
not expire. The audio system is muted when MyKey Belt-Minder is
activated.

Early low fuel. Warnings are displayed in the information display control

•

followed by an audible tone when the fuel tank is at 1/8 tank or less.

• Driver assist features, if equipped on your vehicle, are forced on: Rear
parking aid, Blind spot information system (BLIS) with cross traffic
alert, Lane departure warning, Forward collision warning system and
Satellite radio adult content restriction.

Optional Settings

These settings can be configured right after a MyKey is first created or
changed afterword with an admin key.

• Vehicle speed limit of 65, 70, 75 and 80 mph (105, 113, 121 and
130 km/h). Visual warnings are displayed followed by an audible tone
when vehicle speed has reached the selected top speed.

• Vehicle speed minder of 45, 55 or 65 mph (75, 90, or 105 km/h).
Visual warnings are displayed followed by an audible tone when the
preselected vehicle speed is exceeded.

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• Audio system maximum volume of 45%. A message in the audio
system is displayed when attempting to exceed the limited volume.
Also, Speed sensitive compensated volume (sscv) feature will be
disabled.

• Always on setting. When this is selected, you will not be able to
disable AdvanceTrac, 911 Assist or Do not disturb feature (if your
vehicle is equipped with these features).

CREATING A MYKEY

Use the information display control to create a MyKey.

1. Insert the key you want to program into the ignition or, if the vehicle

is equipped with push button start, put the intelligent access key in
the backup slot; refer to Starting and Stopping the Engine chapter
for backup slot location.

2. Turn the ignition on.

3. Access the main menu on the information display controls and select

Settings, then MyKey by pressing OK or the > button.

4. Press OK to select Create.

5. When prompted hold the OK button until you see a message

informing you to label this key as a MyKey. The key will be restricted
at the next start.

The key is successfully programmed. Make sure you label it so you can
distinguish it from the admin keys.

To program optional settings for the key(s), refer to

Programming/Changing optional settings.

Programming/Changing Optional Settings

Note: All programmed keys can be cleared within the same key cycle in
which a key was programmed, otherwise an admin key is required to
clear the keys. To clear all keys, refer to Clearing all MyKeys.

You can access the optional settings through the information display
control.

1. Turn the ignition on using an admin key.

2. Access the main menu and select Settings, then MyKey.

3. Use the arrow buttons to get to an optional feature.

4. Press OK or > to scroll through settings.

5. Press OK or > to make a selection.

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CLEARING ALL MYKEYS

Note: All programmed MyKeys can be cleared within the same key cycle
in which a MyKey was created, otherwise an admin key is required to
clear the keys.

To clear all MyKeys (which removes all restrictions and returns them to
admin key status), use the information display control to do the
following:

1. Access the main menu and select Settings, then MyKey.

2. Scroll to Clear All and press the OK button.

3. Hold the OK button until ALL MYKEYS CLEARED is displayed.

CHECKING MYKEY SYSTEM STATUS

The information display control displays information about keys
programmed to the vehicle:

• MYKEY MILES: Tracks mileage when a MyKey is used. If mileage
does not accumulate as expected, then the MyKey is not being used
by the intended user. The only way to reset this to zero is by clearing
MyKeys. If the mileage is lower than the last time you checked, then
the key system has been recently reset.

• # MYKEY(S): Indicates how many MyKeys are programmed to the
vehicle. Can also be used to detect deletion of a MyKey.

• # ADMIN KEY(S): Indicates how many admin keys are programmed
to the vehicle. Can also be used to detect if an additional key has
been programmed to the vehicle.

USING MYKEY WITH REMOTE START SYSTEMS

MyKey is NOT compatible with non-Ford-approved aftermarket remote
start systems. If you choose to install a remote start system please see
your Ford authorized dealer for a Ford-approved remote start system.

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MYKEY TROUBLESHOOTING

Condition Potential Causes

I cannot program a
key

I cannot program the
optional settings

I cannot clear the
MyKey programmed
keys

I lost the only admin
key

I lost a key • Program spare keys as outlined under

No restricted key
functions with
intelligent access key
(push button start)

MyKey miles do not
accumulate

• The key in the ignition does not have admin
privileges.

• The key in the ignition is the only admin key
(there always has to be at least one admin
key).

• The intelligent access key is not in the
backup slot (vehicles with push button start).

• SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is
disabled or in unlimited mode.

• The key in the ignition does not have admin
privileges.

• No keys are programmed to the vehicle.
Refer to Creating a MyKey.

• Key in the ignition does not have admin
privileges.

• No restricted keys are programmed to the
vehicle. Refer to Creating a MyKey.

• Purchase a new key from your authorized
dealer.

SecuriLock威 in the Security chapter.

• An admin fob is present at engine start-up.

• No MyKey programmed keys are

programmed to the vehicle. Refer to Creating
a MyKey

• The MyKey programmed key is not being
used by the intended user.

• The key system has been reset.

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LOCKING AND UNLOCKING

You can use the power door lock control or the remote control to lock
and unlock the vehicle.

Power Door Locks

A. Unlock
B. Lock

Remote Control

The remote control can be used any time the vehicle is not running.

Unlocking the Doors (Two-Stage Unlock)

Press the button to unlock the driver’s door.
Press the button again within three seconds to unlock all doors.

The turn signals will flash.

Press and hold both the lock and unlock buttons on the remote control
for four seconds to disable or enable two-stage unlocking. Disabling
two-stage unlocking allows all vehicle doors to unlock with one press of
the button. The turn signals will flash twice to indicate the unlocking
mode was changed. The unlocking mode will be applied to the remote
control, keyless entry keypad and intelligent access (if equipped).

Intelligent access at the driver’s door will unlock all doors when
two-stage unlocking is disabled.

Locking the Doors

Press the button to lock all the doors. The turn signals will
illuminate.

Press the button again within three seconds to confirm that all the doors
are closed. The doors will lock again, the horn will chirp and the turn
signals will illuminate if all the doors and the luggage compartment are
closed.

Note: If any door or the luggage compartment is not closed, or if the
hood is not closed on vehicles equipped with an anti-theft alarm or
remote start, the horn will chirp twice and the lamps will not flash.

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Power Liftgate (If Equipped)

WARNING: Make sure all persons are clear of the liftgate area
before using power liftgate control.

WARNING: Make sure the liftgate is closed to prevent exhaust

fumes from being drawn into the vehicle. This will also prevent
passengers and cargo from falling out. If you must drive with the
liftgate open, keep the vents open so outside air comes into the vehicle.

Note: Be careful when opening or closing the liftgate in a garage or
other enclosed area to avoid damaging the liftgate.

Press twice within three seconds to open or close the liftgate,
or to reverse the movement.

Activating Intelligent Access (If Equipped)

The intelligent access key must be within 3 feet (1 meter) of the vehicle.

At the Front Doors

Pull a front exterior door handle. The door will unlock and can be
opened.

Press and hold the door handle lock
sensor to lock the vehicle. To avoid
unlocking the door inadvertently, be
sure to only touch the lock sensor
and not other areas of the door
handle.

At the Liftgate

Press the exterior liftgate release button on the top of the liftgate
pull-cup handle.

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Smart Unlocks for Integrated Keyhead Transmitter

This feature helps to prevent you from locking yourself out of the vehicle
if your key is still in the ignition.

When you open one of the front doors and lock the vehicle with the
power door lock control, all the doors will lock then unlock if your key is
still in the ignition.

The vehicle can still be locked with the key in the ignition by using the
keyless entry keypad with the driver door closed, or by pressing the lock
button on the transmitter even if the doors are not closed.

If both front doors are closed, the vehicle can be locked by any method,
regardless of whether the key is in the ignition or not.

Smart Unlocks for Intelligent Access Keys (If Equipped)

This feature helps to prevent you from unintentionally locking your
intelligent access key inside your vehicle’s passenger compartment or
rear cargo area.

When you lock your vehicle using the driver or passenger power door
lock control (with the door open, vehicle in park and ignition off), after
you close the door the vehicle will search for an intelligent access key in
the passenger compartment. If an intelligent access key is found inside
the vehicle, all of the doors will immediately unlock and the horn will
chirp, indicating that the intelligent access key is inside.

In order to override the smart unlock feature and intentionally lock the
intelligent access key inside the vehicle, you can lock your vehicle after
all doors are closed by using the keyless entry keypad, pressing the lock
button on another intelligent access key or touching the locking area on
the handle with another intelligent access key in your hand. Refer to
SecuriCode™ keyless entry keypad in this chapter for more
information on keyless entry keypad operation.

When you open one of the front doors and lock the vehicle using the
power door lock control, all doors will lock then unlock if:

• the ignition is on, or

• the ignition is off and the vehicle is not in P (Park).

Autolock Feature (If Enabled)

The autolock feature will lock all the doors when:

• all the doors are closed,

• the ignition is on,

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• you shift into any gear putting the vehicle in motion, and

• the vehicle attains a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h).

The autolock feature repeats when:

• any door is opened then closed while the ignition is on and the vehicle
speed is 9 mph (15 km/h) or lower, and

• the vehicle then attains a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h).

Autounlock Feature (If Enabled)

The autounlock feature will unlock all the doors when:

• the ignition is on, all the doors are closed, and the vehicle has been in
motion at a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h);

• the vehicle has then come to a stop and the ignition is turned off or to
accessory; and

• the driver door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being
turned off or to accessory.

Note: The doors will not autounlock if the vehicle has been
electronically locked after the ignition is turned off and before the driver
door is opened.

Deactivating or Activating

Note: The autolock and autounlock features can be activated or
deactivated independently of each other.

These features can be activated or deactivated:

• through your authorized dealer

• by using the information display.

Illuminated Entry

The interior lamps, parking lamps and puddle lamps (if equipped)
illuminate when the integrated keyhead transmitter, intelligent access
key or the keyless entry keypad is used to unlock the vehicle.

The system will turn off the lights if:

• the ignition is turned on

• the lock button on the remote control is pressed

• the vehicle is locked using the keyless entry keypad

• after 25 seconds of illumination.

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The lights will not turn off if:

• they have been turned on with the dimmer control

• any door is open.

Illuminated Exit

The interior lamps and select exterior lamps will illuminate when all
doors are closed, the ignition is turned off and the key is removed from
the ignition (integrated keyhead transmitter only).

The lamps will turn off if all the doors remain closed and:

• 25 seconds elapse

•

the key is inserted in the ignition (integrated keyhead transmitter only)

• the START/STOP button is pressed (intelligent access key only).

Battery Saver

If the courtesy lamps, dome lamps or headlamps are left on, the battery
saver will shut them off 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned off.

Accessory Mode Battery Saver for Intelligent Access Keys (If Equipped)

If you shut off the engine and leave the ignition in the on or accessory
mode, the ignition will shut off after 30 minutes.

LIFTGATE

WARNING: It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,

inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, 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 safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and
using a safety belt properly.

Manual Liftgate

WARNING: Make sure that the liftgate is closed to prevent

exhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle. This will also
prevent passengers and cargo from falling out. If you must drive with
the liftgate door open, keep the vehicle well ventilated so outside air
comes into the vehicle.

Note: Be careful when opening or closing the liftgate in a garage or
other enclosed area to avoid damaging the liftgate.

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Note: Do not hang anything (bike rack, etc.) from the spoiler, 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.

The liftgate area is only intended for cargo, not passengers.

To open the liftgate: Press the
button located in the top of the
liftgate pull cup handle to unlatch the
liftgate, then pull on the outside
handle.

In the event of a power failure, the latch can be accessed and released
from the inside using the access panel on the liftgate trim.

Power Liftgate (If Equipped)

WARNING: Make sure all persons are clear of the power liftgate
area before using the power liftgate control.

WARNING: Keep keys out of reach of children. Do not allow
children to play near an open or moving power liftgate.

Note: Cycling the ignition while the liftgate is power closing and is near
the latch may cause the liftgate to reverse to full open position. Make
sure that the liftgate is closed before operating or moving the vehicle,
especially in an enclosure, like a garage or a parking structure. The
liftgate or its components could be damaged.

Note: Do not drive with the liftgate open without first disabling the
power function and securing the liftgate to the vehicle.

Note: In case of operation in extreme cold -40°F (-40°C), or on extreme
inclines, manual operation of the liftgate is suggested.

The power liftgate can be enabled or disabled using the information
display. The remote control and instrument panel button will still operate
the liftgate regardless of the setting.

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Opening and Closing the Power Liftgate

Note: The liftgate movement direction can be reversed with a second
press of the instrument panel, or the control button on the liftgate, or a
second double press of the transmitter button.

The liftgate will only operate with the vehicle in P (Park).

A chime will sound three times as the liftgate begins to power close. A
single chime indicates a problem with the close request, caused by:

• the ignition is on and the transmission is not in P (Park);

• or the battery voltage is below the minimum operating voltage;

• or the vehicle speed is at or above 3 mph (5 km/h).

If the liftgate reverses and starts to close after an open request, a fast
continuous chime indicates excessive load on the gate or a possible strut
failure. See your authorized dealer if you still have a fast chime after the
load is removed.

To open or close from the instrument panel: Press the
instrument panel button.

To open or close with the remote control: Press the remote
control button twice within three seconds.

To open with the outside liftgate
control button:

1. Unlock the liftgate with the remote
control or power door unlock control.
If the intelligent access transmitter
(if equipped) is within 3 feet
(1 meter) of the liftgate, the liftgate
will unlock when you press the
liftgate release button.

2. Press the control button located in the top of the liftgate pull-cup
handle.

Note: Allow the power system to open the liftgate after pressing the
control. Manually pushing or pulling the liftgate may activate the
system’s obstacle detection feature and stops the power operation.

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To close with the rear cargo
area control: Press and release the

button.

WARNING: Keep clear of the liftgate when activating the rear
switch.

Setting Liftgate Open Height

1. Open the liftgate.

2. Manually move the liftgate to the desired height.

3. Press and hold the control button on the liftgate until a chime is
heard, indicating the new height has been programmed. Note: The
height cannot be programmed if the liftgate position is too low.

The new open liftgate height will now be recalled when the power
liftgate is opened. To change the programmed height, repeat the above
procedure. Once the power liftgate is opened it can be manually moved
to a different height.

When operating the power liftgate after a lower height than full-open has
been programmed, the liftgate can be fully opened by manually pushing
it upward to the maximum open position.

Obstacle Detection

When closing: The system will reverse to full open when it detects an
obstacle. A chime will sound three times as the liftgate begins to reopen.
Remove the obstacle to close the liftgate can be closed under power.

Note: Entering the vehicle while the liftgate is closing can cause the
vehicle to bounce and activate obstacle detection. To prevent this, allow
the power liftgate to fully close before entering the vehicle. Before
driving off, check the instrument cluster for a liftgate or door ajar
message and/or warning indicator. Driving off without first checking for
the liftgate or door ajar message and/or warning indicator could result in
the liftgate being left open, unintentionally, while you are driving.

When opening: The system will stop and a chime will sound three times
when it detects an obstacle. Remove the obstacle to operate the liftgate.

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Resetting the Power Liftgate

The liftgate may not operate properly and may need to be reset if any of
these conditions occur:

• a low voltage or dead battery

• disconnected battery

• the liftgate is manually closed and left ajar (unlatched)

To reset the power liftgate:

1. Disconnect the battery for 20 seconds then, reconnect the battery.

2. Manually close and fully latch the liftgate.

3. Power open the liftgate by using the transmitter, or the instrument
panel control button.

SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY KEYPAD (IF EQUIPPED)

The keypad, located near the driver’s window, is invisible until touched
and then it lights up so you can see and touch the appropriate buttons.

Note: If you enter your entry code too fast on the keypad, the unlock
function may not work. Re-enter your entry code more slowly.

You can use the keypad to:

• lock or unlock the doors

• recall memory features (if

equipped)

• enable or disable the autolock
and autounlock

• arm and disarm the anti-theft
alarm (if equipped)

The keypad can be operated with the factory set 5-digit entry code; this
code is located on the owner’s wallet card in the glove box and is
available from your authorized dealer. You can also create up to three of
your own 5-digit personal entry codes.

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Programming a Personal Entry Code

To create your own personal entry code:

1. Enter the factory set code.

2. Press the 1•2 on the keypad within five seconds .

3. Enter your personal 5-digit code. Each number must be entered
within five seconds of each other.

4. For memory recall feature, enter the sixth digit 1•2 to store driver 1
settings or 3•4 to store driver 2 settings.

Note: Pressing 5•6, 7•8, or 9•0 keypad numbers as a sixth digit will not
recall a driver memory setting.

Note: The factory-set code cannot be associated with a memory setting.

5. The doors will lock then unlock to confirm that your personal entry
code has been programmed.

You may also program a personal entry code through the MyFord Touch威
/ MyLincoln Touch™ system (if equipped). Refer to the MyFord Touch威
/ MyLincoln Touch™ chapter.

Tips:

• Do not set a code that uses five of the same number.

• Do not use five numbers in sequential order.

• The factory set code will work even if you have set your own personal

code.

Erasing a Personal Code

1. Enter the factory set 5-digit code.

2. Press and release the 1•2 on the keypad within five seconds.

3. Press and hold the 1•2 for two seconds. This must be done within five
seconds of completing Step 2.

All personal codes are now erased and only the factory set 5- digit code
will work.

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Anti-Scan Feature

The keypad will go into an anti-scan mode if the wrong code has been
entered seven times (35 consecutive button presses). This mode disables
the keypad for one minute and the keypad lamp will flash.

The anti-scan feature will turn off after:

• one minute of keypad inactivity

• pressing the unlock button on the remote control

• the ignition is turned on

• unlocking the vehicle using intelligent access (if equipped)

Unlocking and Locking the Doors

To unlock the driver’s door: enter the factory set 5-digit code or your
personal code. Each number must be pressed within five seconds of each
other. The interior lamps will illuminate. Note: All doors will unlock if
the two-stage unlocking feature is disabled. Refer to Locking and
Unlocking earlier in this chapter.

To unlock all doors: enter the factory set code or your personal code,
then press the 3•4 control within five seconds.

To lock all doors: press and hold 7•8 and 9•0 at the same time (with
the driver’s door closed). You do not need to enter the keypad code first.

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SECURILOCK姞 PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM

Note: The system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote
start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting
problems and a loss of security protection.

Note: Metallic objects, electronic devices or a second coded key on the
same key chain may cause vehicle starting issues if they are too close to
the key when starting the engine. Prevent these objects from touching
the coded key while starting the engine. Switch the ignition off, move all
objects on the key chain away from the coded key and restart the engine
if a problem occurs.

Note: Do not leave a duplicate coded key in the vehicle. Always take
your keys and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle.

The system is an engine immobilization system. It is designed to help
prevent the engine from being started unless a coded key programmed
to your vehicle is used. Using the wrong key may prevent the engine
from starting. A message may appear in the information display.

If you are unable to start the engine with a correctly coded key, a malfunction
has happened and a message may appear in the information display.

Automatic Arming

The vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition off.

Automatic Disarming

Switching the ignition on with a coded key disarms the vehicle.

Replacement Keys

Note: Your vehicle comes equipped with two integrated keyhead
transmitters or two intelligent access keys.

The integrated keyhead transmitter functions as a programmed ignition key
that operates all the locks and starts the vehicle, as well as a remote control.

The intelligent access key functions as a programmed key that operates
the driver door lock and activates the intelligent access with push button
start systems, as well as a remote control.

If your programmed transmitters or standard SecuriLock威 coded keys
(integrated keyhead transmitters only) are lost or stolen and you don’t
have an extra coded key, you will need to have your vehicle towed to an
authorized dealer. The key codes need to be erased from your vehicle
and new coded keys will need to be programmed.

Store an extra programmed key away from the vehicle in a safe place to
help prevent any inconveniences. See your authorized dealer to purchase
additional spare or replacement keys.

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Programming a Spare Integrated Keyhead Transmitter

Note: A maximum of eight coded keys can be programmed to your
vehicle. Only four of these eight can be integrated keyhead transmitters.

You can program your own integrated keyhead transmitters or standard
SecuriLock威 coded keys to your vehicle. This procedure will program
both the engine immobilizer key code and the remote entry portion of
the remote control to your vehicle.

Only use integrated keyhead transmitters or standard SecuriLock威 keys.
You must have two previously programmed coded keys and the new

unprogrammed key readily accessible. See your authorized dealer to have
the spare key programmed if two previously programmed coded keys are
not available.

Read and understand the entire procedure before you begin.

1. Insert the first previously programmed coded key into the ignition.

2. Turn the ignition from off to on. Keep the ignition on for at least three
seconds, but no more than 10 seconds.

3. Turn the ignition off and remove the first coded key from the ignition.

4. After three seconds but within 10 seconds of turning the ignition off,
insert the second previously coded key into the ignition.

5. Turn the ignition from off to on. Keep the ignition on for at least three
seconds, but no more than 10 seconds.

6. Turn the ignition off and remove the second previously programmed
coded key from the ignition.

7. After three seconds but within 20 seconds of turning the ignition off
and removing the previously programmed coded key, insert the new
unprogrammed key into the ignition.

8. Turn the ignition from off to on. Keep the ignition on for at least six
seconds.

9. Remove the newly programmed coded key from the ignition.
The key will start the vehicle’s engine and will operate the remote entry

system (if the new key is an integrated keyhead transmitter) if it has
been successfully programmed.

Wait 20 seconds and repeat Steps 1 through 8 if the key was not
successfully programmed. Take your vehicle to your authorized dealer to
have the new key programmed if you are still unsuccessful.

Wait 20 seconds and then repeat this procedure from Step 1 to program
an additional key.

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Programming a Spare Intelligent Access Keys (if equipped)

Note: A maximum of four intelligent access keys can be programmed to
your vehicle. You must take your vehicle and all access keys to your
authorized dealer to be erased and reprogrammed if you would like to
replace a previously programmed access key with a new access key, or if
you already have four access keys programmed to your vehicle.

You must have two previously programmed intelligent access keys inside
the vehicle and the new unprogrammed intelligent access keys readily
accessible. See your authorized dealer to have the spare key
programmed if two previously programmed keys are not available.

Make sure that the vehicle is off before beginning this procedure. Make
sure that all doors are closed before beginning and that they remain
closed throughout the procedure. Perform all steps within 30 seconds of
starting the sequence. Stop and wait for at least one minute before
starting again if any steps are performed out of sequence.

Read and understand the entire procedure before you begin.

1. Place the new unprogrammed
intelligent access key, with the
buttons facing out, in the pocket
inside of the center console.

2. Press the driver or passenger
power door unlock control three
times.

3. Press and release the brake pedal
one time.

4. Press the driver or passenger power door lock control three times.

5. Press and release the brake pedal one time. The indicator on the
START/STOP button should begin to rapidly flash, indicating the
programming mode has been entered and two programmed intelligent
access keys have been detected in the vehicle.

6. Press the START/STOP button within one minute. A message will
appear in the information display indicating that the new intelligent
access key was programmed.

7. Remove the intelligent access key from the center console pocket and
press the unlock button on the newly programmed intelligent access key
to exit programming mode.

8. Verify that the remote entry functions operate (press lock then
unlock, making sure you end in unlock) and that the vehicle starts with
new intelligent access key.

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ANTI-THEFT ALARM (IF EQUIPPED)

The system will warn you of unauthorized entry to your vehicle.
The turn signal lamps will flash and sound the horn up to a total of 10

times when:

• any door, the hood or the liftgate/trunk is opened without using the
keypad, the remote control or the intelligent access transmitter (if
equipped)

• the ignition is turned on with an invalid key.

Take all keys and remote controls to your authorized dealer if there is
any potential alarm problem with your vehicle.

Arming the Alarm

The system is ready to arm whenever the ignition is off. Lock the vehicle
to arm the alarm.

The turn signal lamps will flash once after locking the vehicle to indicate
the alarm is in the pre-armed mode and will become fully armed in
20 seconds.

Once fully armed, any intelligent access keys (if equipped) found inside
the vehicle are disabled and will not start the engine. Press the unlock
button to re-enable them.

Disarming the Alarm

To disarm the alarm, do any of the following:

• Press the power door unlock button within the 20-second pre-armed
mode.

• Press the unlock button on the remote control.

• Unlock the doors with the keyless entry pad.

• Enter the vehicle using intelligent access (if equipped).

• Turn the ignition on with a valid key (if equipped with IKT only).

• Press the panic button on the remote control. The alarm system will

still be armed, but this shuts off the horn and turn lamps when the
alarm is sounding.

Note: If the driver’s door is unlocked with a key, a chime will sound
when you open the door and a message will appear in the information
display. You will have 12 seconds to disarm the alarm using any of the
actions above, otherwise the alarm will trigger.

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ADJUSTING THE STEERING WHEEL

WARNING: Do not adjust the steering wheel when your vehicle
is moving.

Note: Make sure that you are sitting in the correct position. Refer to
Sitting In the Correct Position in the Seats chapter.

1. Unlock the steering column.

2. Adjust the steering wheel to the
desired position.

3. Lock the steering column.

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Power Tilt and Telescope Steering Column (If Equipped)

WARNING: Do not adjust the steering wheel when your vehicle
is moving.

Note: Make sure that you are sitting in the correct position. Refer to
Sitting In the Correct Position in the Seats chapter.

Use the control on the side of the
steering column to adjust the
position.

To adjust:

• tilt: use the top or bottom of the control

• telescope: use the front or rear of the control.

Easy Entry and Exit Feature

The column will move to the full up and in position when the ignition is
turned off and this feature is activated through the information display. The
column will return to the previous setting when the ignition is turned on.

Memory Feature

The steering column positions are saved when doing a memory set function
and can be recalled with the memory feature. Refer to the Seats chapter.

Pressing the adjustment control during memory recall will cancel the
operation. The column will respond to the adjustment control.

The steering column is designed to set a stopping position just short of
the end of the column position to prevent damage to the steering
column. A new stopping position will be set if the steering column
encounters an object while tilting.

To reset the steering column to its normal stopping position:

1. Press the steering column control again after encountering the new

stopping position.

2. Continue pressing the control until it reaches the end of the column

position.
A new stopping position will be set. The steering column will stop just

short of the end of the column position the next time it is tilted.

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AUDIO CONTROL

SEEK: Press to select the next or

IA

D

E

M

L

O

SEEK

T

U

M

V

E

VOL (Volume): Press to increase or decrease the volume.

VOICE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

A

previous stored preset or track.
Press and hold to select the next or
previous frequency or seek through
a track.

MEDIA: Press repeatedly to scroll
through available audio modes.

MUTE: Press to silence the radio.

A. Phone mode
B. Voice recognition

K

E

E

S

VOL

B

Refer to the SYNC威 or MyFord Touch威 chapter.

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CRUISE CONTROL

Type 1

Type 2

RES

SET

Refer to the Cruise Control chapter for information on this feature.

INFORMATION DISPLAY CONTROL

CNCL

ON

OFF

GAP

Refer to the Information Displays
chapter for more information.

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Cluster Display Control Features

If equipped with:
MyFord威 system: This control

functions the same as the center
control on the faceplate. Refer to

MyFord威 system in the Audio
Systems chapter.

MyFord Touch威: Use this control to adjust the right side of the cluster
display. Navigate through the screen and press OK to select. Refer to the
MyFord Touch威 chapter.

HEATED STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED)

Refer to the MyFord Touch威 chapter.

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ADJUSTABLE PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED)

WARNING: Never adjust the accelerator and brake pedal with
feet on the pedals while the vehicle is moving.

The control is located on the left side of the steering column. Press and
hold the appropriate control to move the pedals.

A. Farther
B. Closer

A B

The pedal positions are saved and recalled with the memory feature.
Refer to the Seats chapter.

The pedals should only be adjusted when the vehicle is parked.

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WINDSHIELD WIPERS

Note: Fully defrost the windshield in icy conditions before turning on
the windshield wipers.

Rotate the end of the control away
from you to increase the speed of

2
1

0

Speed Dependent Wipers (If Equipped)

When your vehicle speed increases, the interval between wipes will
decrease when intermittent wipe is selected.

RAIN-SENSING WIPERS (IF EQUIPPED)

Note: Wet road conditions may result in inconsistent or unexpected
wiping or smearing. Lower the sensitivity, switch to normal or high-speed
wiping or turn the wipers off to reduce smearing.

Note: Turn off the wipers before entering a car wash.

A
U
T

O

wipers will continue to wipe as long as moisture is detected.
This feature can be turned on or off using the information display.
Keep the outside of the windshield clean, especially the area around the

interior mirror where the sensor is located, or sensor performance may
be affected.

the wipers. Rotate toward you to
decrease the speed of the wipers.

Press the stalk down and release for
a single swipe of the wipers.

Use the rotary control to adjust the
sensitivity to one of the interval
moisture settings. The wipers will
not cycle until moisture is detected
on the windshield. The wiper speed
will vary based on the amount of
moisture detected on the windshield
and the sensitivity setting. The

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WINDSHIELD WASHERS

Note: Do not operate the wipers on a dry windshield. This may scratch
the glass, damage the wiper blades or cause the wiper motor to burn out.
Always use the windshield washer before wiping a dry windshield.

Note: Do not operate the washer when the washer reservoir is empty.
This may cause the washer pump to overheat.

Press the end of the stalk to
activate the washer.

2
1

0

• A brief press causes the wipers to swipe three times with washer fluid.

• A long press and hold will activate the wipers and washer fluid for up

to 10 seconds.

A wipe will occur a few seconds after washing to clear any remaining
washer fluid. This feature can be turned on and off in the information
display.

REAR-WINDOW WIPER AND WASHERS

Rotate the control to select:

2
1

0

2 — Intermittent operation
(shortest pause between wipes).

1 — Intermittent operation (longest
pause between wipes).

0 — Off.

Rotate and hold the control to either the top or bottom position to
activate the rear washer. The control will return to the 2 or 0 position
when you release it.

The rear wiper will automatically turn on to intermittent when you shift
into R (Reverse) if the front wipers are activated. This feature may be
enabled or disabled in the information display.

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LIGHTING CONTROL

High Beams

Headlamp Flasher

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A. Off
B. Parking lamps, instrument panel

lamps, license plate lamps and tail
lamps

C. Headlamps

Push the lever forward to switch the
high beams on.

Push the lever forward again or pull
the lever toward you to switch the
high beams off.

Pull toward you slightly to activate
and release to deactivate.

AUTOLAMPS

WARNING: In severe weather conditions, it may be necessary to
switch your headlamps on manually.

Note: If the vehicle is equipped with autolamps, it will have the
windshield wiper rainlamp feature. When the windshield wipers are
turned to low- or high-speed wiping during daylight, and the headlamp
control is in the autolamp position, the exterior lamps will turn on after a
brief delay and will remain on until the wipers are turned off.

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The autolamp system provides light
sensitive automatic on-off control of
the exterior lights normally
controlled by the headlamp control.

The headlamps will remain on for a
period of time after you switch the
ignition off. You can adjust the time
delay using the message center in
the instrument cluster. See

Information displays.

INSTRUMENT LIGHTING DIMMER

Press repeatedly or press and hold
until the desired level is reached.

Note: In the uplevel message center
only, a message will pop up that will
show incrementally where the
dimmer is in relation to the
dimming steps. These steps will also
vary for daytime and night time
dimming.

Note: If the battery is
disconnected, discharged, or a new battery is installed, the dimmer will
set the illuminated components to the maximum setting automatically.

HEADLAMP EXIT DELAY

You can set the delay time to keep the headlamps on for up to three
minutes after the ignition is turned off.

Follow the steps below to change the delay time (Steps 1 through 6
must be done within 10 seconds):

1. Turn the ignition off.

2. Turn the lighting control to the autolamp position.

3. Turn the lighting control to the off position.

4. Turn the ignition on.

5. Turn the ignition off.

6. Turn the lighting control to the autolamp position. The headlamps and
parking lamps will turn on.

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7. Turn the lighting control to the off position when the desired delay
time has been reached. The headlamps and parking lamps will turn off.
You can set the headlamp exit delay to one of the following settings:

• Off

• 10 seconds

• 20 seconds

• 30 seconds

Note: You can also adjust the time delay using the display controls in
the instrument cluster. See the Information Displays chapter.

DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS (IF EQUIPPED)

WARNING: Always remember to turn on your headlamps at

dusk or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp
(DRL) system does not activate the tail lamps and generally may not
provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate
your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision.

The system turns the headlamps on with a reduced output.
To activate:

• the ignition must be in the on position and

• the lighting control is in the off, autolamp, or parking lamp position.

• the transmission is not in P (Park).

• 60 seconds

• 90 seconds

• 120 seconds

• 180 seconds

AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

The system will automatically turn on your high beams if it is dark
enough and no other traffic is present. When it detects an approaching
vehicle’s headlights, a preceding vehicle’s tail lamps or street lighting, the
system will turn off the high beams (low beams remain on) before they
distract other drivers.

Note: If it appears that automatic control of the high beams is not
functioning properly, check the windshield in front of the camera for
blockage. A clear view of the road is required for proper system
operation. Any windshield damage in the area of the camera field-of-view
should be repaired.

Note: If a blockage is detected (e.g. bird dropping, bug splatter, snow, or
ice) and no changes are observed, the system will go into low beam
mode until the blockage is cleared. A message may also appear in the
instrument cluster display noting the front camera is blocked.

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Note: Typical road dust, dirt and water spots will not affect the
automatic high beam system’s performance. However, in cold or
inclement weather conditions, the automatic high beam system’s
availability may be decreased. If the driver wants to change the beam
state independently of the system, the driver may turn the high beams
ON or OFF using the multifunction switch stalk. Automatic control will
resume when conditions are correct.

Note: Modification of the vehicle ride height (e.g. using much larger
tires) may degrade feature performance.

A camera sensor is centrally mounted behind the windshield of the
vehicle, and monitors the conditions to decide when to switch the high
beams off and on.

Once the system is active the high beams will switch on if:

• The ambient light level is low enough that high beams are needed.

• There is no traffic in front of the vehicle

• Vehicle speed must be greater than 25 mph (40 kph)..

• Severe weather is not detected.

The high beams will switch off if:

• An approaching vehicle’s headlights or a preceding vehicle’s tail lamps
are detected.

• The vehicle speed falls below 16 mph (25 kph).
The ambient light level is high enough that high beams are not needed.

•

• Severe rain, snow or fog is detected.

• The camera is blocked.

Activating the system

Switch the system on within the information display. See Information
displays.

Turn the lighting control to the
autolamps position.

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Manually overriding the system

When the automatic control has
activated high beams, pushing or
pulling the stalk will provide a
temporary override to low beam.

To permanently deactivate the system use the information display menu
or turn the lighting control switch from autolamps to headlamps.

FRONT FOG LAMPS

The fog lamps can be turned on when the
lighting control is in the headlamps, parking
lamps or autolamps positions and the high
beams are not turned on.

DIRECTION INDICATORS

The turn signal lever does not mechanically lock in the upward or
downward position when activated. The turn signal control activation and
cancellation is electronic.

• Push down to activate the left turn
signal.

• Push up to activate the right turn
signal.

• Push the lever again in either direction to manually cancel turn signal
operation.

Note: Tap the lever up or down to make the direction indicators flash
only three times to indicate a lane change.

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INTERIOR LAMPS

Dome Lamp Control

Without fog lamps

With fog lamps

Use to manually turn the dome lamp on.

• Press the control. This will turn on the interior courtesy lights. The
lights will remain on until the control is pressed again.

Front Row Map Lamps (If Equipped)

To turn on the map lamps, press the outer edge of the clear lens. The
front row map lamp lights when:

• any door is opened.

• the dome lamp button on the

instrument panel is activated.

• the remote entry controls are
pressed and the ignition is off.

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