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unless quiet start is on. Quiet start runs the blower fan at a slower speed to reduce noise. You can switch it on or off in the information display. See General Information (page 101). Note: If you have remote started your vehicle with an integrated keyhead transmitter, you must switch on the ignition before driving your vehicle. With an intelligent access transmitter, you must press the brake pedal before driving your vehicle. The power windows do not work during the remote start and the radio does not turn on automatically. The parking lamps remain on and the vehicle runs for 5, 10 or 15 minutes depending on the setting.

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• Driver assist features, if equipped on

your vehicle, are forced on: parking aid, blind spot information system (BLIS) with cross traffic alert, lane departure warning and forward collision warning system. Satellite radio adult content restrictions (available only in some markets).

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Configurable Settings With an admin key, you can configure certain MyKey settings when you first create a MyKey and before you recycle the key or restart the vehicle. You can also change the settings afterward with an admin key: • A vehicle speed limit can be set.

Warnings will be shown in the display, followed by an audible tone when your vehicle reaches the set speed. You cannot override the set speed by fully depressing the accelerator pedal or by setting cruise control. WARNING

Do not set MyKey maximum speed limit to a limit that will prevent the driver from maintaining a safe speed

considering posted speed limits and prevailing road conditions. The driver is always responsible to drive in accordance with local laws and prevailing conditions. Failure to do so could result in accident or injury.

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION MyKey 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 administrator keys or admin keys. They can be used to: • Create a MyKey. • Program configurable MyKey settings. • Clear all MyKey features. When you have programmed a MyKey, you can access the following information using the information display: • How many admin keys and MyKeys are

programmed to your vehicle. The total distance your vehicle has traveled using a MyKey.

Note: All MyKeys are programmed to the same settings. You cannot program them individually. Non-configurable Settings The following settings cannot be changed by an admin key user: •

Belt-Minder of safety belt reminder. You cannot disable this feature. The audio system will mute when the front seat occupants’ safety belts are not fastened. Early low fuel. The low fuel warning is activated earlier, giving the MyKey user more time to refuel.

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• Various vehicle speed minders can be set. Once you select a speed, it will be shown in the display, followed by an audible tone when the preselected vehicle speed is exceeded.

• Audio system maximum volume of

45%. A message will be shown in the display when you attempt to exceed the limited volume. Also, the speed-sensitive or compensated automatic volume control will be disabled.

• Always on setting. When this is

selected, you will not be able to turn off Advance Trac, 911 Assist or Emergency Assistance, or Do Not Disturb (if your vehicle is equipped with these features).

Message

Settings MyKey Create MyKey

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. MyKey is successfully created. Make sure you label it so you can distinguish it from the admin keys. You can also program configurable settings for the key(s). See Programming/Changing Configurable Settings.

Message

Settings MyKey

CREATING A MYKEY Use the information display to create a MyKey: 1. Insert the key you want to program into the ignition. If your vehicle is equipped with a push-button start, place the key fob into the backup slot. The location of your backup slot is in another chapter. See Keyless Starting (page 165). 2. Switch the ignition on. 3. Access the main menu on the information display controls. Use the arrow keys to get to the following menu selections:

Action and Description

Press the OK button or the right arrow key. Press the OK button or the right arrow key. Press the OK button or the right arrow key.

Programming/Changing Configurable Settings Use the information display to access your configurable MyKey settings. 1. Switch the ignition on using an admin

key or fob.

2. Access the main menu on the

information display controls. Use the arrow keys to get to the following menu selections:

Action and Description

Press the OK button or the right arrow key. Press the OK button or the right arrow key.

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Note: You can clear or change your MyKey settings at any time during the same key cycle as you created the MyKey. Once you have switched the vehicle off, however, you will need an admin key to change or clear your MyKey settings.

CLEARING ALL MYKEYS You can clear or change your MyKey settings using the information display control on the steering wheel. See Information Displays (page 101). Switch the ignition on using an admin key or fob.

To clear all MyKeys of all MyKey settings, press the left arrow button to access the main menu and scroll to:

Message

Action and Description

Settings MyKey Clear MyKey

Press the OK button. Press the OK button. Press and hold the OK button until the following message displays.

All MyKeys Cleared Note: When you clear your MyKeys, you remove all restrictions and return all MyKeys to their original admin key status.

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CHECKING MYKEY SYSTEM STATUS

You can find information on programmed MyKey(s) using the information display control on the steering wheel. See Information Displays (page 101).

To find information on programmed MyKey(s), press the left arrow button to access the main menu and scroll to:

Message

Description

Settings MyKey Select one of the following: MyKey Dist.

Press the OK button. Press the OK button.

Tracks the distance when drivers use a MyKey. The only way to delete the accumulated distance is by using an admin key to clear your MyKeys. If the distance does not accumulate as expected, then the intended user is not using the MyKey, or an admin key user recently cleared and then recreated a MyKey. Indicates the number of MyKeys programmed to your vehicle. Use this feature to detect how many MyKeys you have for your vehicle and determine when a MyKey has been deleted. Indicates how many admin keys are programmed to your vehicle. Use this feature to determine how many unrestricted keys you have for your vehicle, and detect if an additional MyKey has been programmed.

{0} MyKeys

{0} Admin Keys

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USING MYKEY WITH REMOTE START SYSTEMS MyKey is not compatible with non MYKEY TROUBLESHOOTING

Ford-approved, aftermarket remote start systems. If you choose to install a remote start system, see an authorized dealer for a Ford-approved remote start system.

Condition I cannot create a MyKey.

Potential Causes

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The key or transmitter used to start the vehicle does not have admin privileges. The key or transmitter used to start the vehicle is the only admin key (there always has to be at least one admin key).

• Vehicles with keyless start: The keyless

start transmitter is not placed in the backup position. See Starting a Gasoline Engine (page 166). SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is disabled or in unlimited mode.

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I cannot program the configurable settings.

I cannot clear the MyKeys.

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The key or transmitter used to start your vehicle does not have admin privileges. • No MyKeys are created. See Creating a

MyKey (page 55).

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The key or transmitter used to start your vehicle does not have admin privileges. • No MyKeys are created. See Creating a

MyKey (page 55).

I lost the only admin key.

Purchase a new key from an authorized dealer.

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Condition

Potential Causes

I lost a key.

MyKey distances do not accumulate.

No MyKey functions with the keyless entry transmitter.

Program a spare key. See Passive Anti-Theft System (page 70). • The MyKey user is not using the MyKey. • An admin key holder cleared the MyKeys

and created new MyKeys. The key system has been reset.

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• An admin transmitter is present at vehicle

start.

• No MyKeys are created. See Creating a

MyKey (page 55).

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you press the unlock button once. All door mode unlocks all doors when you press the unlock button once. The unlocking mode applies to the remote control, keyless entry keypad and intelligent access. Locking the Doors

Press the button to lock all doors. The direction indicators will flash.

Press the button again within three seconds to confirm that all the doors are closed. The doors will lock again, the horn will sound and the direction indicators will flash if all the doors and the liftgate are closed. Note: If any door or the liftgate is open, or if the hood is open on vehicles with an anti-theft alarm or remote start, the horn will sound twice and the direction indicators will not flash. Locking and Unlocking the Doors with the Key Blade Locking with the Key Turn the top of the key toward the front of your vehicle. Unlocking with the Key Turn the top of the key toward the rear of your vehicle. Note: If the child safety locks are on and you pull the interior handle, you will only turn off the emergency locking, not the child safety lock. You can only open the doors using the external door handle. Opening a Rear Door from Inside Pull the interior door handle twice to unlock and open a rear door. The first pull unlocks the door and the second pull opens the door.

LOCKING AND UNLOCKING You can use the power door lock control or the remote control to lock and unlock your vehicle. Power Door Locks (If Equipped) The power door lock control is on the driver and front passenger door panels.

Unlock. Lock.

Remote Control You can use the remote control at any time. Unlocking the Doors (Two-Stage Unlock)

Press the button to unlock the driver door. Press the button again within three seconds to unlock all doors. The direction indicators will flash. Press and hold both the lock and unlock buttons on the remote control for three seconds to change between driver door or all doors unlock mode. The direction indicators will flash twice to indicate a change to the unlocking mode. Driver door mode only unlocks the driver door when

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Smart Unlocks for Integrated Keyhead Transmitter This helps to prevent you from locking yourself out of your vehicle if the key is still in the ignition. When you open one of the front doors and lock your vehicle with the power door lock control, all the doors will lock then unlock and the horn will sound twice if the key is still in the ignition. You can still lock your vehicle with the key in the ignition by either: • Using the keyless entry keypad with the

driver door closed.

• Pressing the lock button on the remote control even if the doors are not closed. If both front doors are closed, you can lock your vehicle by any method, regardless of whether the key is in the ignition or not. Smart Unlocks for Intelligent Access Keys (If Equipped) This helps to prevent you from locking your key inside the passenger compartment or rear cargo area. When you electronically lock your vehicle with any door open, transmission in park (P) and the ignition off, the system will search for an intelligent access key in the passenger compartment after you close the last door. If the system finds a key, all of the doors will immediately unlock and the horn sounds twice, indicating that a key is inside. You can override the smart unlock feature and intentionally lock the intelligent access key inside your vehicle.

Activating Intelligent Access (If Equipped) The intelligent access key must be within 3 ft (1 m) of your vehicle. At a Door Pull a front exterior door handle to unlock and open the door. Do not touch the lock sensor on the front of the handle.

The locking sensors are on the front door handles. Touch the locking area on the front of the door handle to lock your vehicle. There is a brief delay before you can unlock your vehicle again. Note: Keep the door handle clean to make sure the system operates correctly. Note: Your vehicle does not automatically lock. If you do not touch a locking sensor your vehicle will remain unlocked. At the Liftgate Press the exterior liftgate release button on the top of the liftgate pull-cup handle. See Manual Liftgate (page 63).

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Enabling or Disabling Autolock and Autounlock You can switch autounlock and autolock on or off independently of each other. To enable or disable autolock, do the following: 1. Switch the ignition on. 2. Press the power door unlock control

three times.

3. Switch the ignition off. 4. Press the power door unlock control

three times.

5. Switch the ignition on. The horn sounds

indicating your vehicle is in programming mode.

6. Press the power door unlock control

and within five seconds, press the power door lock control. The horn sounds once if disabled or twice if enabled.

7. Switch the ignition off. The horn sounds

indicating programming is complete. To enable or disable autounlock, do the following: 1. Switch the ignition on. 2. Press the power door unlock control

three times.

3. Switch the ignition off. 4. Press the power door unlock control

three times.

5. Switch the ignition on. The horn sounds

indicating your vehicle is in programming mode.

6. Press the power door lock control and

within five seconds, press the power door unlock control. The horn sounds once if disabled or twice if enabled.

7. Switch the ignition off. The horn sounds

indicating programming is complete.

To override smart unlock, lock your vehicle after you have closed all doors by: • Using the keyless entry keypad. • Pressing the lock button on another

intelligent access key. Touching the locking area on the front of the door handle with another intelligent access key in your hand.

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

The ignition is on. The ignition is off and the transmission is not in park (P). Autolock (If Equipped) Autolock locks all the doors when: • All doors are closed. • •

The ignition is on. You shift into any gear putting your vehicle in motion. Your vehicle attains a speed greater than 4 mph (7 km/h). Autounlock (If Equipped) Autounlock unlocks all the doors when: •

The ignition is on, all the doors are closed and your vehicle has been in motion at a speed greater than 4 mph (7 km/h). Your vehicle comes to a stop and you switch the ignition off or to accessory. You open the driver door within 10
minutes of switching the ignition off or to accessory.

Note: If you electronically lock your vehicle after you switch the ignition off with the driver door closed, the doors will not autounlock.

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MANUAL LIFTGATE WARNINGS

It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a crash, 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. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious personal injury or death.

Make sure to close and latch the liftgate to prevent drawing exhaust fumes into your vehicle. This will also prevent passengers and cargo from falling out. If you must drive with the liftgate open, keep the vents or windows open so outside air comes into your vehicle. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious personal injury.

Note: Be careful when opening or closing the liftgate in a garage or other enclosed area to avoid damaging the liftgate. Note: Do not hang anything, for example a bike rack, from the 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.

Illuminated Entry (If Equipped) The interior lamps and some exterior lamps illuminate when you unlock the doors with the remote control. The lamps turn off if: The ignition is on. • You press the remote control lock • button. • 25 seconds have elapsed. The lamps do not turn off if: •

You switch them on with the lighting control.

25 seconds have elapsed. You lock your vehicle from the outside.

• Any door is open. Illuminated Exit (If Equipped) The interior lamps and some exterior lamps illuminate when all doors are closed and you switch the ignition off. The lamps will turn off if all the doors remain closed and: • • Battery Saver If you leave the courtesy lamps, interior lamps or headlamps on, the battery saver shuts them off 10 minutes after you switch the ignition off. Battery Saver for Intelligent Access Keys (If Equipped) If you leave the ignition switched on and the engine is not running, the battery saver will turn the ignition off when it detects a certain amount of battery drain, or after 45 minutes have elapsed.

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POWER LIFTGATE (If Equipped)

WARNINGS

It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a crash, 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. Make sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and properly using a safety belt. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious personal injury or death.

Make sure to close and latch the liftgate to prevent drawing exhaust fumes into your vehicle. This will also prevent passengers and cargo from falling out. If you must drive with the liftgate open, keep the vents or windows open so outside air comes into your vehicle. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious personal injury.

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

liftgate. You should supervise the operation of the power liftgate at all times.

Note: Make sure that you close the liftgate before operating or moving your vehicle, especially in an enclosure, like a garage or a parking structure. This could damage the liftgate and its components. Note: Do not hang anything, for example a bike rack, from the glass or liftgate. This could damage the liftgate and its components. The liftgate only operates with the transmission in park (P). Two warning tones sound as the liftgate begins to power close. Three short chimes indicate a problem with the open or close request, caused by:

Press the button located in the top of the liftgate pull cup handle to unlatch the liftgate, and then pull on the outside handle. With the Remote Control

Press the button twice within three seconds.

Closing the Liftgate

A handle is located inside the liftgate to help with closing.

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With the Outside Control Button Opening the Liftgate 1. Unlock the liftgate with the remote

control or power door unlock control. If an intelligent access key is within 3 ft (1 m) of the liftgate, the liftgate unlocks 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. Manually pushing or pulling the liftgate may activate the system’s obstacle detection feature and stop the power operation or reverse its direction. Manually interfering with the liftgate motion may also replicate a gas strut failure. Closing the Liftgate

WARNING

Keep clear of the liftgate when activating the rear switch.

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The ignition is on and the transmission is not in park (P). The battery voltage is below the minimum operating voltage. The vehicle speed is at or above 3 mph (5 km/h).

If the liftgate starts to close after it has fully opened, this indicates there may be excessive weight on the liftgate or a possible gas strut failure. A repetitive chime sounds and the liftgate closes under control. Remove any excessive weight from the liftgate. If the liftgate continues to close after opening, have the system checked by an authorized dealer. Opening and Closing the Liftgate

WARNING

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

Note: Be careful when opening or closing the liftgate in a garage or other enclosed area to avoid damaging the liftgate. Note: Do not leave the liftgate open while driving. This could damage the liftgate and its components. From the Instrument Panel

Press the button on the instrument panel.

With the Remote Control

Press the button twice within three seconds.

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3. Press and hold the liftgate control

button on the liftgate until you hear a chime, indicating programming is complete.

Note: You can only use the liftgate control button to program the height. Note: You cannot program the height if the liftgate position is too low. The new open liftgate height is recalled when the power liftgate is opened. To change the programmed height, repeat the above procedure. Once you open the power liftgate, you can manually move it to a different height. Note: The system recalls the new programmed height until you reprogram it, even if you disconnect the battery. When operating the power liftgate after you have programmed a lower height than fully open, you can fully open the liftgate by manually pushing it upward to the maximum open position. Obstacle Detection When Closing The system stops when it detects an obstacle. Two short tones sound and the system reverses to open. Once you remove the obstacle, you can power close the liftgate. Note: Entering your vehicle while the liftgate is closing can cause your vehicle to bounce and activate obstacle detection. To prevent this, let the power liftgate close completely before you enter your vehicle. Before driving off, check the instrument cluster for a liftgate or door ajar message or warning indicator. Failure to do this could result in unintentionally leaving the liftgate open while driving.

Press and release the liftgate control button. Stopping the Liftgate Movement You can stop the liftgate movement by doing any of the following: • Pressing the liftgate control button. • Pressing the liftgate button on the

remote control twice.

• Pressing the liftgate button on the

instrument panel.

• Activating the obstacle detection

feature.

• Moving your foot under and away from the center rear bumper in a single-kick motion.*

*This method only works for vehicles with the hands-free liftgate feature. Setting the Liftgate Open Height 1. Open the liftgate. 2. Stop the liftgate movement by pressing the control button on the liftgate when it reaches the desired height.

Note: Once the liftgate has stopped moving, you can also manually move it to the desired height.

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When Opening The system stops when it detects an obstacle and two short tones sound. Once you remove the obstacle, you can continue to operate the liftgate. Hands-Free Feature (If Equipped) Make sure you have an intelligent access transmitter within 3 ft (1 m) of the liftgate.

Note: Allow the power system to open the liftgate. Manually pushing or pulling the liftgate may activate the system’s obstacle detection feature and stop the power operation or reverse its direction. Manually interfering with the liftgate motion may also replicate a gas strut failure. Note: Splashing water may cause the hands-free liftgate to open. Keep the intelligent access key away from the rear bumper detection area when washing your vehicle. KEYLESS ENTRY SECURICODE™ Keyless Entry Keypad The keypad is near the driver window. It illuminates when touched. Note: If you enter your entry code too fast on the keypad, the unlock function may not work. Enter your entry code again more slowly.

1. Move your foot under and away from

the rear bumper detection area in a single-kick motion. Do not move your foot sideways or the sensors may not detect the motion.

2. The liftgate powers open or close.

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Lock or unlock the doors.

You can use the keypad to do the following: • • Program and erase user codes. • Arm and disarm the anti-theft alarm. • Recall memory seat and mirror

positions.

You can operate the keypad with the factory-set five-digit entry code. The code is on the owner’s wallet card in the glove box and is available from an authorized dealer. You can also program up to five of your own five-digit personal entry codes. Programming a Personal Entry Code 1. Enter the factory-set five-digit code. 2. Press 1·2 on the keypad within five

seconds.

3. Enter your personal five-digit code. You

must enter each number within five seconds of each other.

4. Press 1·2 on the keypad to save

personal code 1.

The doors lock then unlock to confirm that programming was successful. To program additional personal entry codes, repeat steps 1 through 3, then for step 4: • Press 3·4 to save personal code 2. • Press 5·6 to save personal code 3. • Press 7·8 to save personal code 4. • Press 9·0 to save personal code 5. Hints: • Do not set a code that uses five of the

same number.

• Do not use five numbers in sequential

order. The factory-set code works even if you have set your own personal code.

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Recalling Memory Positions (If Equipped) The programmed entry codes recall driver memory positions as follows: •

Entry code 1 recalls driver 1 memory positions. Entry code 2 recalls driver 2 memory positions. Entry code 3 recalls driver 3 memory positions.

Note: Personal entry codes 4 and 5 will not recall memory positions. Erasing a Personal Code 1. Enter the factory-set five-digit code. 2. Press and release 1·2 on the keypad

within five seconds.

3. Press and hold 1·2 for two seconds. You must do this within five seconds of completing step 2.

All personal codes erase and only the factory-set five-digit code works. Anti-Scan Feature The keypad goes into an anti-scan mode if you enter the wrong code seven times. This mode turns off the keypad for one minute and the keypad lamp flashes. The anti-scan feature turns off after any of the following occur: • One minute of keypad inactivity. •

You press the unlock button on the remote control. You switch your vehicle on. You unlock the vehicle using intelligent access.

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Locking and Unlocking the Doors Locking All Doors Press and hold 7·8 and 9·0 on the keypad simultaneously with the driver door closed. You do not need to enter a code first. Unlocking All Doors Enter the factory-set code or your personal code, then press 3·4 on the keypad within five seconds. Unlocking Only the Driver Door Enter the factory-set or your personal five-digit code. You must press each number within five seconds of each other. The interior lamps illuminate. Note: All doors unlock if the two-stage unlocking feature is turned off. See Locking and Unlocking (page 60).

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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 problems 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. SecuriLock® 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 arms immediately after you switch 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 system, as well as a remote control. If your programmed transmitters or standard SecuriLock coded keys (integrated keyhead transmitters only) are lost or stolen and you do not have an extra coded key, you will need to have your vehicle towed to an authorized dealer. You need to erase the key codes from your vehicle and program new coded keys. 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. Programming a Spare Integrated Keyhead Transmitter Note: You can program a maximum of eight coded keys to your vehicle. All eight can be integrated keyhead transmitters. You can program your own integrated keyhead transmitter or standard SecuriLock coded keys to your vehicle. This procedure will program both the engine immobilizer keycode and the remote entry portion of the remote control to your vehicle Only use integrated keyhead transmitters or standard SecuriLock keys.

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Programming a Spare Intelligent Access Key See your authorized dealer to have additional keys programmed to your vehicle. ANTI-THEFT ALARM The system will warn you of an unauthorized entry to your vehicle. It will be triggered if any door, the luggage compartment or the hood is opened without using the key, remote control or keyless entry keypad. The direction indicators will flash and the horn will sound if unauthorized entry is attempted while the alarm is armed. Take all remote controls to an authorized dealer if there is any potential alarm problem with your vehicle. Arming the Alarm The alarm is ready to arm when there is not a key in your vehicle. Electronically lock your vehicle to arm the alarm. Disarming the Alarm Disarm the alarm by any of the following actions: • Unlock the doors or luggage

compartment with the remote control or keyless entry keypad. Switch your vehicle on or start your vehicle.

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• Use a key in the driver door to unlock your vehicle, then switch your vehicle on within 12 seconds.

Note: Pressing the panic button on the remote control will stop the horn and signal indicators, but will not disarm the system.

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. Switch the ignition from off to on. Keep

the ignition on for at least three seconds, but no more than 10 seconds. 3. Switch the ignition off and remove the

first coded key from the ignition. 4. After three seconds but within 10

seconds of switching the ignition off, insert the second previously coded key into the ignition.

5. Switch the ignition from off to on. Keep

the ignition on for at least three seconds, but no more than 10 seconds. 6. Switch the ignition off and remove the second previously programmed coded key from the ignition.

7. After three seconds but within 10

seconds of switching the ignition off and removing the previously programmed coded key, insert the new unprogrammed key into the ignition.

8. Switch 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.

If the key has been successfully programmed it will start the engine and operate the remote entry system (if the new key is an integrated keyhead transmitter). If programming was not successful, wait 10 seconds and repeat Steps 1 through 8. If you are still unsuccessful, take your vehicle to your authorized dealer.

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ADJUSTING THE STEERING WHEEL - VEHICLES WITH: MANUAL ADJUSTABLE STEERING COLUMN WARNING

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

Note: Make sure that you are sitting in the correct position. See Sitting in the Correct Position (page 140).

ADJUSTING THE STEERING WHEEL - VEHICLES WITH: POWER ADJUSTABLE STEERING COLUMN Note: Make sure that you are sitting in the correct position. See Sitting in the Correct Position (page 140).

WARNING

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

1. Unlock the steering column. 2. Adjust the steering wheel to the desired

position.

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

Tilt: Press the top or bottom of the control. Telescope: Press the front or rear of the control.

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End of Travel Position The steering column sets a stopping position just short of the end of the column position to prevent damage to the steering column. A new stopping position sets if the steering column encounters an object when tilting or telescoping. To reset the steering column to its normal stopping position: 1. Confirm there is nothing obstructing

the motion of the steering column. 2. Press and hold the steering column

control until the steering column stops moving.

3. Press the steering column control

again. The steering column may begin to move again.

4. When the steering column stops,

continue holding the control for an additional few seconds.

5. Repeat for each direction as necessary. A new stopping position is set. The next time you tilt or telescope the steering column, it will stop just short of the end of the column position. Memory Feature You can save and recall the steering column position with the memory function. See Memory Function (page 146). Note: Pressing the adjustment control during memory recall cancels the operation. Easy Entry and Exit Feature When you switch the ignition off, the steering column will move to allow extra room to exit your vehicle. The column will return to the previous setting when you switch the ignition on. You can enable or disable this feature in the information display. See Information Displays (page 101).

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AUDIO CONTROL You can operate the following functions with the control: Type 1

Seek down or previous and answer call. Volume up or down. Mute. Seek up or next and end call.

Type 2

Seek up or next. Media. Volume up or down.

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Mute. Seek down or previous.

Seek and Media Press the seek button to: •

Tune the radio to the next or previous stored preset.

CRUISE CONTROL Type 1

• Play the next or the previous track. Press and hold the seek button to: •

Tune the radio to the next station up or down the frequency band. Seek through a track.

• Press the media button repeatedly to: • VOICE CONTROL (If Equipped)

Scroll through available audio modes.

Type 2

See Cruise Control (page 213).

Press the button to select or deselect voice control. See MyFord Touch™ (page 406).

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INFORMATION DISPLAY CONTROL

See Information Displays (page 101). Information Display Control Features

This control functions the same as the center control on the faceplate. See Audio System (page 353). Use this control to adjust the right side of the information display. Navigate through the screen and press OK to select. HEATED STEERING WHEEL (If Equipped) See MyFord Touch™ (page 406).

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ADJUSTING THE PEDALS (If Equipped)

WARNING

Never use the controls while your feet are on the accelerator and brake pedals and the vehicle is moving.

You can find the control on the left side of the steering column. Press and hold the appropriate side of the control to move the pedals.

A. Farther B. Closer You can save and recall the pedal positions with the memory feature. See Memory Function (page 146). Note: Adjust the pedals only when your vehicle is in P (Park).

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Note: Clean the windshield and wiper blades if they begin to leave streaks or smears. If that does not resolve the issue, install new wiper blades. See Changing the Wiper Blades (page 291). Wet or winter driving conditions with ice, snow or salty road mist can cause inconsistent and unexpected wiping or smearing. In these conditions, you can do the following to help keep your windshield clear: •

Lower the sensitivity of the autowipers to reduce the amount of smearing. Switch to normal or high-speed wipe. Switch the autowipers off.

• • The autowipers feature uses a rain sensor, located in the area around the interior mirror. The rain sensor monitors the amount of moisture on the windshield and automatically turns on the wipers. It adjusts the wiper speed by the amount of moisture that the sensor detects on the windshield. Note: This autowiper feature is automatically set to on and remains on until you switch it off in the information display. You can also switch the feature back on at any time. See General Information (page 101).

WINDSHIELD WIPERS Note: Fully defrost the windshield before you switch the windshield wipers on. Note: Make sure you switch the windshield wipers off before entering a car wash. Note: Clean the windshield and wiper blades if they begin to leave streaks or smears. If that does not resolve the issue, install new wiper blades. See Changing the Wiper Blades (page 291). 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 washers before wiping a dry windshield.

Rotate the end of the control: • Away from you to increase the wiper

speed. Toward you to decrease the wiper speed.

•

Speed Dependent Wipers When your vehicle speed increases, the interval between wipes decreases. AUTOWIPERS (If Equipped) Note: Fully defrost the windshield before switching on the windshield wipers. Note: Make sure you switch off the windshield wipers before entering a car wash.

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Use the rotary control to adjust the sensitivity of the rain sensor. Set the control to low sensitivity, and the wipers will turn on when the rain sensor detects a large amount of moisture on the windshield. Set the control to high sensitivity, and the wipers will turn on when the rain sensor detects a small amount of moisture on the windshield. Note: When you set the wiper system to intermittent wipe and the autowiper system is on, the autowiper sensitivity setting adjusts the wiper speed according to the moisture on the windshield only. Use the wiper lever to wipe the windshield on-demand. Keep the outside of the windshield clean. The rain sensor is very sensitive. If the area around the mirror is dirty, then the wipers may operate if dirt, mist or insects hit the windshield. 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 washers before wiping a dry windshield. Note: Do not operate the washers when the washer reservoir is empty. This may cause the washer pump to overheat.

Press the end of the wiper lever to activate the washer: • A brief press causes a single wipe

without washer fluid.

• A quick press and hold causes the

wipers to swipe the windshield three times with washer fluid.

• A long press and hold activates the wipers and washer fluid for up to 10
seconds.

A wipe occurs a few seconds after washing to clear any remaining washer fluid. You can switch this feature on and off through the information display. See General Information (page 101). Front Camera Washer (If Equipped) Operating the windshield washer also operates the front camera washer. REAR WINDOW WIPER AND WASHERS Rear Window Wiper Note: Make sure you switch off the wiper system before using an automatic car wash.

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Rotate the control to select:

Intermittent operation - the shortest pause between wipes. Intermittent operation - the longest pause between wipes. Off.

Rear Window Washer

Rotate and hold the control to the top or bottom position to activate the rear washer. The control returns to the 2 or 0
position when you release it. Rear Camera Washer Operating the rear washer also operates the rear camera washer.

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GENERAL INFORMATION Condensation in Lamp Assemblies Exterior lamps have vents to accommodate normal changes in air pressure. Condensation can be a natural by-product of this design. When moist air enters the lamp assembly through the vents, there is a possibility that condensation can occur when the temperature is cold. When normal condensation occurs, a fine mist can form on the interior of the lens. The fine mist eventually clears and exits through the vents during normal operation. Clearing time may take as long as 48 hours under dry weather conditions. Examples of acceptable condensation are: • The presence of a fine mist (no streaks, drip marks or large droplets).

• A fine mist covers less than 50% of the

lens.

Examples of unacceptable condensation are: • A water puddle inside the lamp. •

Streaks, drip marks or large droplets present on the interior of the lens.

If you see any unacceptable condensation, have your vehicle checked by an authorized dealer.

LIGHTING CONTROL

Off. Parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps and rear lamps. Headlamps.

High Beams

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.

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If equipped, the following also activate when the lighting control is in the autolamps position and you switch them on in the information display: • Configurable daytime running lamps. • Automatic high beam control. • Adaptive headlamp control. The headlamps remain on for a period of time after you switch the ignition off. Use the information display controls to adjust the period of time that the headlamps remain on. See Information Displays (page 101). Note: With the headlamps in the autolamps position, you cannot switch the high beam headlamps on until the autolamps system turns the low beam headlamps on. Windshield Wiper Activated Headlamps The windshield wiper activated headlamps turn on within 10 seconds when you switch the windshield wipers on and the lighting control is in the autolamps position. They turn off approximately 60 seconds after you switch the windshield wipers off. The headlamps will not turn on by wiper activation: • During a mist wipe. • When the wipers are on to clear washer

fluid during a wash condition. If the wipers are in intermittent mode.

• Note: If you switch autolamps and autowipers on, the headlamps will automatically turn on when the windshield wipers continuously operate.

Headlamp Flasher

Pull the lever toward you slightly and release it to flash the headlamps.

AUTOLAMPS (If Equipped)

WARNING

The autolamps switch position may not activate the headlamps in all low visibility conditions, such as daytime

fog. Always ensure that your headlamps are switched to auto or on, as appropriate, during all low visibility conditions. Failure to do so may result in a collision.

When the lighting control is in the autolamps position, the headlamps automatically turn on in low light situations or when the wipers activate.

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4. Switch the ignition on. 5. Switch the ignition off. 6. Select the autolamp position on the lighting control. The headlamps and parking lamps will turn on.

7. Turn the lighting control to the off

position when the required delay time has been reached. The headlamps and parking lamps will turn off.

10 seconds 20 seconds 120 seconds

You can set the headlamp exit delay to one of the following settings: • Off • • • Note: You can adjust the time delay using the display controls in the instrument cluster. See Information Displays (page 101). DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS (If Equipped)

WARNING

The daytime running lamps system does not activate the rear lamps and may not provide adequate lighting

during low visibility driving conditions. Also, the autolamps switch position may not activate the headlamps in all low visibility conditions, such as daytime fog. Make sure the headlamps are switched to auto or on, as appropriate, during all low visibility conditions. Failure to do so may result in a crash.

INSTRUMENT LIGHTING DIMMER Note: You disable the manual dimmer when you adjust the setting to Auto Dimming in the information display. See Information Displays (page 101). Note: If you disconnect the battery or it becomes discharged, the illuminated components will switch to the maximum setting.

Press repeatedly or press and hold until you reach the desired level. HEADLAMP EXIT DELAY You can set the delay time to keep the headlamps on for up to three minutes after you switch off the ignition. Follow the steps below to change the delay time (Steps 1 to 6 must be completed within 10 seconds): 1. Switch the ignition off. 2. Select the autolamp position on the

lighting control.

3. Turn the lighting control to the off

position.

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Type 1 - Conventional (Non- Configurable) The daytime running lamps turn on when: 1. The ignition is switched to the on

position.

2. The transmission is not in park (P) for vehicles with automatic transmissions or the parking brake is released for vehicles with manual transmissions.

3. The lighting control is in the off, parking

lamp or autolamps positions.

Type 2 - Configurable Switch the daytime running lamps on or off using the information display controls. See Information Displays (page 101). The daytime running lamps turn on when: 1. They are switched on in the information

display. See Information Displays (page 101).

2. The ignition is switched to the on

position.

3. The transmission is not in park (P) for vehicles with automatic transmissions or the parking brake is released for vehicles with manual transmissions.

4. The lighting control is in the autolamps

position.

5. The lighting control sensor detects

daylight, and the headlamps or parking lamps are off.

The other lighting control switch positions do not activate the daytime running lamps, and you can use them to temporarily override autolamp control. When switched off in the information display, the daytime running lamps are off in all lighting control switch positions.

AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM CONTROL (If Equipped) The system automatically turns on the high beams if it is dark enough and no other traffic is present. When it detects the headlights of an approaching vehicle, the tail lamps of the preceding vehicle or street lighting, the system turns off the high beams before they distract other drivers. The low beams remain on. Note: If it appears that automatic high beam is not functioning properly, check the windshield in front of the camera for a blockage. A clear view of the road is required for proper system operation. Make sure that authorized personnel repair any windshield damage in the area of the camera's field of view. Note: If the system detects a blockage such as bird droppings, bug splatter, snow or ice, and you do not observe changes, the system may go into low beam mode until you clear the blockage. A message may also appear in the information display noting the front camera is blocked. Note: Typical road dust, dirt and water spots do not affect the performance of the automatic high beam control. However, in cold or inclement weather conditions, you may notice a decrease in the availability of the automatic high beam control, especially at start up. If you want to change the beam state independently of the system, you may switch the high beams on or off using the lighting control switch. Automatic high beam control resumes when conditions are correct. Note: Using much larger tires or equipping vehicle accessories such as snowplows can modify your vehicle's ride height and degrade automatic high beam control performance.

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A camera sensor, centrally mounted behind the windshield of your vehicle, continuously monitors conditions to decide when to switch the high beams off and on. Once the system is active, the high beams switch on if: • •

The outside light level is low enough. There is no traffic in front of your vehicle. The vehicle speed is greater than 32 mph (52 km/h).

•

The high beams switch off if: •

The system detects the headlamps of an approaching vehicle or the rear lamps vehicle in front of you.

•

•

• Vehicle speed falls below 27 mph

(44 km/h). The outside light level is high enough that high beams are not required. The system detects severe rain, snow or fog. • The camera is blocked. Activating the System Switch on automatic high beam control using the information display and autolamps. See Information Displays (page 101).

Manually Overriding the System When automatic high beam control has activated the high beams, pushing or pulling the stalk provides a temporary override to low beam. Use the information display menu to permanently deactivate the system, or switch the lighting control from autolamps to headlamps. FRONT FOG LAMPS

Press the button to switch the fog lamps on or off. You can switch the fog lamps on when the lighting control is in any position except off and the high beams are not on.

Switch the lighting control to the autolamps position.

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DIRECTION INDICATORS

With Fog Lamps

Use to manually switch the dome lamps on. Press the button to switch on the interior lamps. Press the button again to switch them off. Front Row Map Lamps (If Equipped)

•

•

To operate the left direction indicator, push the lever down until it stops. To operate the right direction indicator, push the lever up until it stops.

Note: Tap the lever up or down to make the direction indicators flash three times. INTERIOR LAMPS Dome Lamp Without Fog Lamps

To switch on the map lamps, press the outer edge of the clear lens. The lamps illuminate when: • Any door is opened. •

The dome lamp button on the instrument panel is switched on. You press a remote control button and the ignition is off.

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Second Row Dome and Map Lamps (If Equipped)

The lamp can also be switched on and off by pressing the lens depression. Third Row Cargo Lamp (If Equipped)

The lamps illuminate when: • Any door is opened. •

The instrument panel dimmer is adjusted until the courtesy lamps switch on. You press a remote control button and the ignition is off.

•

The lamp can also be switched on and off by pressing the control switch. Battery Saver If you leave the courtesy lamps, interior lamps or headlamps on, the battery saver shuts them off 10 minutes after you switch the ignition off. The parking lamps do not turn off if they have been switched on.

•

•

The lamps illuminate when: • Any door is opened. •

The instrument panel dimmer is adjusted until the courtesy lamps switch on. You press a remote control button and the ignition is off.

Second Row Dome and Courtesy Lamps (If Equipped)

The lamps illuminate when: • Any door is opened. •

The instrument panel dimmer is adjusted until the courtesy lamps switch on. You press a remote control button and the ignition is off.

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Bounce-Back The window will stop automatically while closing. It reverses some distance if there is an obstacle in the way. Overriding the Bounce-Back Feature

WARNING

When you override the bounce-back feature the window will not reverse if it detects an obstacle. Take care

when closing the windows to avoid personal injury or damage to your vehicle.

Pull up the window switch and hold within a few seconds of the window reaching the bounce-back position. The window travels up with no bounce-back protection. The window stops if you release the switch before the window closes fully. Window Lock

Press the control to lock or unlock the rear window controls. It will illuminate when you lock the rear window controls. Accessory Delay You can use the window switches for several minutes after you switch the ignition off or until you open either front door.

POWER WINDOWS WARNINGS

Do not leave children unattended in your vehicle and do not let them play with the power windows. They may

seriously injure themselves.

When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free of obstructions and make sure that

children and pets are not in the proximity of the window openings.

Note: You may hear a pulsing noise when just one of the windows is open. Lower the opposite window slightly to reduce this noise. Press the switch to open the window. Lift the switch to close the window. One-Touch Down Press the switch fully and release it. Press again or lift it to stop the window. One-Touch Up Lift the switch fully and release it. Press or lift it again to stop the window.

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EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power Exterior Mirrors WARNING

Do not adjust the mirrors when your vehicle is moving.

Auto-Folding Mirrors (If Equipped) The exterior mirrors fold in toward the glass automatically when you place the transmission into park (P), open a front door and then lock your vehicle by using either the lock button on the door or with the lock button on your remote transmitter. Auto-folding mirrors unfold and return to their original position automatically after you unlock your vehicle, and then open and close the driver's door. You can switch this feature on and off through the information display. See General Information (page 101).

You can fold the mirrors on demand by pressing the door lock control located on the door. The control will light and the mirrors will fold in toward the glass. Press the control again to unfold the mirrors. The control light will turn off. Note: If you use the control to fold the mirrors on demand and the auto fold feature is switched on, you must use the control again to unfold them.

Left-hand mirror. Adjustment control. Right-hand mirror.

To adjust your mirrors, switch your vehicle on (with the ignition in accessory mode or the engine running) and then: 1. Select the mirror you want to adjust.

The control lights.

2. Use the adjustment control to adjust

the position of the mirror.

3. Press the mirror control again. The

control light turns off.

Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors Push the mirror toward the door window glass. Make sure that you fully engage the mirror in its support when returning it to its original position.

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Integrated Blind Spot Mirror (If Equipped)

WARNING

Objects in the blind spot mirror are closer than they appear.

Blind spot mirrors have an integrated convex mirror built into the upper outboard corner of the exterior mirrors. They can assist you by increasing visibility along the side of your vehicle. Check the main mirror first before a lane change, then check the blind spot mirror. If no vehicles are present in the blind spot mirror and the traffic in the adjacent lane is at a safe distance, signal that you are going to change lanes. Glance over your shoulder to verify traffic is clear, and carefully change lanes.

Loose Mirror If you manually fold your power-folding mirrors, they may not work properly even after you re-position them. You need to reset them if: • • •

The mirrors vibrate when you drive. The mirrors feel loose. The mirrors do not stay in the folded or unfolded position.

• One of the mirrors is not in its normal

driving position.

To reset the power-fold feature, use the power-folding mirror control to fold and unfold the mirrors. You may hear a loud noise as you reset the power-folding mirrors. This sound is normal. Repeat this process as needed each time you manually fold the mirrors. Heated Exterior Mirrors (If Equipped) See Heated Windows and Mirrors (page 138). Memory Mirrors (If Equipped) You can save and recall the mirror positions through the memory function. See Memory Function (page 146). Auto-dimming Feature (If Equipped) The driver exterior mirror automatically dims when the interior auto-dimming mirror turns on. Direction Indicator Mirrors (If Equipped) While the vehicle is running, the forward-facing portion of the appropriate mirror housing blinks when you switch on the direction indicator.

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INTERIOR MIRROR WARNING

Do not adjust the mirror when your vehicle is moving.

Note: Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives, fuel or other petroleum or ammonia-based cleaning products. You can adjust the interior mirror to your preference. Some mirrors also have a second pivot point. This lets you move the mirror head up or down and from side to side. Pull the tab below the mirror toward you to reduce glare at night. Auto-Dimming Mirror (If Equipped) Note: Do not block the sensors on the front and back of the mirror. Mirror performance may be affected. A rear center passenger or raised rear center head restraint may also block light from reaching the sensor. The mirror will dim automatically to reduce glare when bright lights are detected from behind your vehicle. It will automatically return to normal reflection when you select reverse gear to make sure you have a clear view when backing up.

The image of the approaching vehicle is small and near the inboard edge of the main mirror when it is at a distance. The image becomes larger and begins to move outboard across the main mirror as the vehicle approaches (A). The image transitions from the main mirror and begins to appear in the blind spot mirror as the vehicle approaches (B). The vehicle transitions to your peripheral field of view as it leaves the blind spot mirror (C). Blind Spot Information System (If Equipped) See Blind Spot Information System