Vehicle Security and Remote Start Systems
Vehicle Security and Remote Start System
Owner’s Manual
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Contents
Welcome ............................................................................................3
Remote Control Operation (optional vehicle security system) ....4
Your Original-Equipment RKE Keyfob ................................................4
Arming the Security System ................................................................4
Disarming the Security System ...........................................................4
System Operation (optional vehicle security system) ..................5
When the Security System is Armed ...................................................5
Security LED Indicator (optional) ........................................................5
Shock Sensor (optional) .......................................................................5
Starter Interrupt (optional) ....................................................................5
Shock Sensor Disable...........................................................................6
Intrusion Attempt Alert .........................................................................6
Disarming the System if Your RKE Keyfob is Lost or Inoperative ..6
Using the Remote Start Feature (optional) ....................................7
Starting / Stopping Your Vehicle (1-Way Transmitter) .......................7
Starting / Stopping Your Vehicle (2-Way Transmitter) .......................8
Starting / Stopping Your Vehicle (Factory RKE Transmitter) ............9
Entering the Vehicle While it is Running via Remote Start .............10
Pre-Heating or Pre-Cooling the Interior of the Vehicle ....................10
Car Find / Panic Mode (If Equipped) ..................................................10
Safety Features ...............................................................................10
Remote Start Safety Features ............................................................10
Power Window / Moon Roof Disable .................................................10
Automatic Door Locking .....................................................................10
System Maintenance ......................................................................11
Changing the Remote Control Transmitter Battery .........................11
Adding Remote Control Transmitters to Your System ....................11
Deleting Lost or Stolen Remote Control Transmitters from
Your System .........................................................................................11
User Selectable Options ................................................................12
Optional Activation Method (1-Way & 2-Way Transmitters) ............12
Additional User Notes ....................................................................12
Extending Run Time ............................................................................12
Why Your Vehicle May Not Start Via Remote ....................................12
Warranty Information .....................................................................13
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Welcome
Congratulations on your purchase of a Ford Motor Company vehicle
security and/or remote start system. This technology represents the
latest in automotive convenience and protection systems. Your system,
purchased today, is ready to accept tomorrows advancements in
technology.
The Ford Motor Company vehicle security and remote start system is a
scalable product that can be confi gured based on personal preference
and vehicle model. All features contained in this manual may not have
been installed at time of purchase. Please consult your Ford dealer to
determine which features have been confi gured on your vehicle and
how to expand the functionality of your chosen system.
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Remote Control Operation (optional vehicle security system)
Your Original-Equipment RKE Keyfob:
Your factory supplied Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) keyfob controls the arming and
disarming functions of your vehicle security system. The system is armed when the
doors are locked with the RKE keyfob. The system is disarmed when the doors are
unlocked with the RKE keyfob.
Arming the Security System:
The Vehicle Security System may be armed using any of the methods below.
1. By pressing the
2. Pressing the lock area on the door handle (intelligent access equipped vehicles
only).
3. By entering the “Lock” code into the keypad located on the outside of the driver’s
door (if equipped).
The front and rear lights will fl ash and the security LED (optional) will illuminate for
10 - 20 seconds, after which the security system will arm. The security LED will begin
to “blink” and all closed entry points will be protected.
If an entry point is left open, the security system will continue to ignore that entry point
until it is closed.
(Lock Button) on the factory RKE keyfob.
Disarming the Security System:
The Vehicle Security System will be disarmed if any of the following actions are taken.
1. Pressing the
2. Touching the inside of the exterior door handle (intelligent access equipped
vehicles only).
3. Entering the “Unlock” code into the keypad located on the outside of the driver’s
door (if equipped).
4. Turning the ignition “On” (must have a valid key read if equipped).
If there were no vehicle intrusion attempts while the security system was armed,
the security LED (optional) will turn off when the security system is disarmed. If
any vehicle intrusion attempts were made while the security system was armed, the
vehicle’s horn will honk and the exterior lights will fl ash two (2) times and the security
LED (optional) will fl ash a fast on/off sequence indicating an intrusion attempt.
(Unlock Button) on the factory RKE keyfob.
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