Ford PowerCode Owner's Manual

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Keyless Entry System

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Owner's Manual
Manual del propietario
Guide de l’utilisateur

Featuring PowerCode Technology

For the Ultimate in Com

Vehicle Security and Remote Start Systems

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Contents

Remote Control Operation ............................................................ 3

Locking the Doors ............................................................................... 3

Unlocking the Doors ........................................................................... 3

Remote Control Power Trunk/Hatch release: ................................... 3

Remote Control Panic Mode .............................................................. 4

System Operation .......................................................................... 4

The Interior Status Indicator .............................................................. 4

Automatic starter interrupt: ............................................................... 4

System Maintenance...................................................................... 5

Changing the Remote Control Battery: ............................................ 5

Adding Remote Controls to Your System: ........................................ 5

Deleting Lost or Stolen Remote Control Transmitters from Your

System: ......................................................................................... 5

Emergency Starter Interrupt Disarm Procedure .............................. 5

Congratulations on y our purchase of a Ford Motor Company
Po werCode Vehicle security and/or convenience system. P owerCode
TechnologyTM represents the latest in automotive conv enience and
protection systems. Your P owerCode system, purchased toda y , is
ready to accept tomorrows advancements in technology. Consult y our
dealer for details on how to upg rade your P owerCode system.

Po werCode T echnologyTM, IT-s, Lite T ouch and Real-P anic are Registered Trademarks of
Code Systems, Inc.

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Press to UNLOCK
ALL Doors

Press and Hold To
Open Trunk or Hatch**

Press to LOCK
ALL Doors

Press and Hold both

buttons to activate Panic

Remote Control Operation

Locking the Doors

Using the P owerCode Remote Control Transmitter:
Press* the button on the P owerCode remote control transmitter . The system will lock

the doors and flash the parking lights. If the button is pressed a second time within 5
seconds, the system will chirp the horn to confirm that the system has locked the doors.

Note: Your Po werCode system provides the added security feature of starter interrupt
whenev er the doors are locked.

Unlocking the Doors

Press* the button on the P owerCode remote control transmitter . The system will
unlock the doors and flash the parking lights. If the button is pressed a second time
within 5 seconds, the system will chirp the horn confirming that the system has unlocked
the doors. Additionally , the P ow erCode system turns on the interior dome light for one
minute, or until the ignition key is turned on to provide an illuminated entry into your
vehicle.

When the doors are unlocked using the P owerCode remote control transmitter , the
system disarms the starter interrupt feature.

Convenience and Safety Features

Remote Control P ower Trunk/Hatch release:
Press and hold** the button on your P owerCode remote control tr ansmitter. The

system will activate the power trunk or hatch release (if equipped) and disarm the
security system.

Note: Make sure to rearm the security system if you will be leaving y our vehicle
unattended again after opening your trunk or rear hatch.

QUICKSTART

* “Press” refers to pushing a transmitter b utton for appro ximately one second.
** “Press and Hold” ref ers to pushing a transmitter button f or more than one second.

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Valet mode
V alet mode is used to prev ent the starter interrupt from arming. V alet is normally used

when when valet parking or leaving your v ehcile for service.
T o engage valet mode, turn the ignition key to the ON or R UN position and press the

and buttons together on the Po werCode remote control transmitter . The system
will begin flashing the dash mounted status indicator in a double-flash pattern indicating
that the system is in valet mode.

T o return the system to its normal operating mode, turn the ignition key to the ON or
RUN position and press the and buttons on the P owerCode remote control
transmitter again. The status indicator will shut off, indicating that the system is in now in
its normal operating mode.

Remote Control Operation (Con’t)

Remote Control Panic Mode
The remote control panic function helps draw attention to your v ehicle and yourself in a

threatening situation. Press and hold the

and buttons together on your
Pow erCode remote control transmitter to activate the panic function. Pressing the
and buttons together on the Pow erCode transmitter prior to the end of the 30 second
cycle will end the panic mode.

Illuminated Exit
When the ignition is turned off, the vehicle courtesy lights will turn on for 1 minute, or until

doors are locked with the P owerCode remote control transmitter .

The Interior Status Indicator
The Status Indicator is a high-intensity red light mounted in a visible location on the

vehicle instrument panel. This red light gives a visual indication of the system’s state of
operation. Note the chart below:

If the Status Indicator is... ....then the system

Off Starter interrupt is off
Flashing Slowly (once ev ery 4 second) Starter interrupt is armed
Double Flash is in V alet/Service mode
(2 flashes, off, 2 flashes)

Automatic starter interrupt:
Your Po werCode security system can be programmed to lock out the starter

automatically . Y our P owerCode security system is progr ammed from the factory for
manual arming of the starter interrupt. If you would like to activ ate the automatic starter
lockout f eature, contact 1-800-FORD-KEY f or instructions on activating this and/or your
systems other programmable f eatures.

When automatic starter interrupt is activated, one minute after the ignition key has been
turned off the system will lock out the starter.

System Operation

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Emergency Starter Interrupt Disarm Procedure

If your remote control transmitter is lost or fails to function, use this procedure to start
your vehicle.

1. Use the k eys to enter the v ehicle.

2. Insert the key into the ignition and turn to the ON position.

3. Locate and press the progr amming/override button mounted under the instrument

panel.

System Maintenance

Changing the Remote Control Battery:
The 12-volt alkaline battery supplied in your remote control should
last approximately one y ear, depending on usage . When the
battery begins to weaken, you will notice a decrease in range, or
the distance from your vehicle that y our remote transmitter will
operate. Follo w the instructions below to change the remote

transmitter battery .

1. Insert the edge of a coin into the slot at the top of the remote

control. Twist the coin to pry the remote control halves apart.

2. Remo ve the old battery and replace with a new one. Be sure to

observe the (+) and (-) signs in the battery compartment.

3. Carefully snap the case halv es back together , then test the

remote control.

It is not necessary to re-program the remote control after
changing the battery .

Adding Remote Controls to Your System:
The system has the ability to operate from up to eight (8) remote controls. F ollow these
instructions to add a remote control to your system.

1. Mak e sure the security system is disarmed and the ignition is off.

2. Open the driv er’s door .

3. Turn vehicle ignition on.

4. Press and hold progr amming/override button under the instrument panel.

After 15 seconds, the horn will chirp three (3) times. This indicates that the unit has
entered the remote control programming mode.

5. Release the programming/ov erride button.

6. Press the button on the remote control to be programmed.

The siren or horn will sound once, indicating that the system has “learned” that
remote control.

7. Repeat step 6 f or any additional remote controls.

8. Turn the vehicle ignition off to exit the programming mode . Test all remote controls to

ensure that they work properly .
Deleting Lost or Stolen Remote Control Transmitters from Your System:
Lost or stolen Po werCode remote control transmitters can be easily deleted by

reprogramming all eight transmitter code locations. F ollow the steps abov e and program
any combination of transmitters a total of eight times.

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FORD VEHICLE SECURITY/KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEMS LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY

BASIC COVERAGE

Ford Motor company will repair or replace any properly installed Ford Vehicle Security/Keyless Entry System
found defective in factory-supplied material or workmanship during the warranty period, as well as any component
damage by the defective accessory. The accessory will be warranted for whichever provides the greater benefit:

¤ 12 months or 12,000 miles from your system purchase date/mileage (whichever occurs first)
¤ the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty

This means that Ford Vehicle Security/Keyless Entry Systems purchased along with your new vehicle are
covered for up to the length of the Ford or Lincoln Mercury new vehicle limited warranty.

LIFETIME COVERAGE

A limited lifetime parts warranty (labor not included) covers any parts of the Passive/Manual Ford Vehicle
Security/Keyless Entry System that are found to be defective in factory material or workmanship. They will be
repaired or replaced without charge for the parts as long as the original Ford or Lincoln-Mercury vehicle retail
purchaser owns the vehicle in which the system was originally installed.

CUSTOMER REQUIREMENTS

To receive warranty service, Purchaser must fulfill the following requirements:

1) Return the vehicle to the original selling dealer’s place of business during regular business hours for warranty
service.

2) Present the Dealer with the Purchaser’s copy of the original invoice showing date of purchase and installation if
applicable. If the Purchaser is traveling or has moved to a different location, any authorized Ford Motor Company
dealer will fulfill this warranty.

EXCLUSIONS

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER PARTS THAT ARE DAMAGED BY MISUSE, NEGLECT, ALTERATION,
ABUSE, ACCIDENT, FIRE, FLOOD, LIGHTNING, IT DOES NOT COVER PARTS THAT HAVE BEEN
IMPROPERLY SERVICED OR USED IN APPLICATIONS FOR WHICH THEY WERE NOT DESIGNED OR
APPROVED BY FORD MOTOR COMPANY; IT DOES NOT COVER FAILURES CAUSED BY NON-FORD
PARTS.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that may vary from state to state.
Ford Motor Company does not authorize any person to create for it any other obligation or liability in connection
with the Ford Vehicle Security/Keyless Entry Systems. TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IS LIMITED TO THE
DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY. NEITHER FORD MOTOR COMPANY NOR THE SELLING
DEALER SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSS OF TIME, INCONVENIENCE, COMMERCIAL LOSS, OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty will last or
the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation may not apply to you.

Vehicle Serial Number ___________________________________________

Owner Name ____________________________________________________________________________

Street Address ____________________________________________________________________________

City _________________________________________________ State ___________________

Country _______________________ Zip Code _________________

Year _________ Make _________________ Model ______________________

Mileage at Installation ____________________

Ford Security System Purchased