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purchase). It is also suggested that upon the sale of the vehicle, the programmed Homelink威 buttons be erased for security purposes, refer to Programming in this section. Programming Do not program HomeLink威 with the vehicle parked in the garage. Note: Your vehicle may require the ignition switch to be turned to the accessory position for programming and/or operation of the HomeLink威. It is also recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device being programmed to HomeLink威 for quicker training and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal. 1. Position the end of your hand-held transmitter 1–3 inches (2–8 cm) away from the HomeLink威 button you wish to program (located on your visor) while keeping the indicator light in view. 2. Simultaneously press and hold both the chosen HomeLink威 and hand-held transmitter buttons until the HomeLink威 indicator light changes from a slow to a rapidly blinking light. Now you may release both the HomeLink威 and hand-held transmitter buttons. Note: Some entry gates and garage door openers may require you to replace Step 2 with procedures noted in the Gate Operator and Canadian Programming in this section for Canadian residents. 3. Firmly press and hold for five seconds and release the programmed HomeLink威 button up to two separate times to activate the door. If the door does not activate, press and hold the just-trained HomeLink威 button and observe the indicator light.

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Driver Controls • If the indicator light stays on constantly, programming is complete and your device should activate when the HomeLink威 button is pressed and released. • If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a constant light continue with “Programming” Steps 4 through 6 to complete programming of a rolling code equipped device (most commonly a garage door opener). 4. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage, locate the “learn” or “smart” button (usually near where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the unit). 5. Firmly press and release the “learn” or “smart” button. (The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer.) Note: There are 30 seconds in which to initiate Step 6. 6. Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for two seconds and release the programmed HomeLink威 button. Repeat the press/hold/release sequence again and, depending on the brand of the garage door opener (or other rolling code equipped device), repeat this sequence a third time to complete the programming. HomeLink威 should now activate your rolling code equipped device. To program additional HomeLink威 buttons begin with Step 1 in this section. For questions or comments, please contact HomeLink威 at www.homelink.com or 1–800–355–3515. Gate Operator & Canadian Programming During programming, your hand-held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting — not allowing enough time for HomeLink威 to accept the signal from the hand-held transmitter. After completing Step 1 outlined in the Programming section, replace Step 2 with the following: Note: If programming a garage door opener or gate operator, it is advised to unplug the device during the “cycling” process to prevent overheating.

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Driver Controls • Continue to press and hold the HomeLink威 button (note Step 2 in the

Programming section) while you press and release — every two seconds (“cycle”) your hand-held transmitter until the frequency signal has been accepted by the HomeLink威. The indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly after HomeLink威 accepts the radio frequency signal.

• Proceed with Step 3 in the Programming section. Operating the HomeLink姞 Wireless Control System To operate, simply press and release the appropriate HomeLink威 button. Activation will now occur for the trained product (garage door, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, or home or office lighting etc.). For convenience, the hand-held transmitter of the device may also be used at any time. In the event that there are still programming difficulties, contact HomeLink威 at www.homelink.com or 1–800–355–3515. Erasing HomeLink姞 buttons To erase the three programmed buttons (individual buttons cannot be erased): • Press and hold the two outer HomeLink威 buttons until the indicator light begins to flash-after 20 seconds. Release both buttons. Do not hold for longer that 30 seconds.

HomeLink威 is now in the train (or learning) mode and can be programmed at any time beginning with Step 1 in the Programming section.

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Reprogramming a single HomeLink姞 button To program a device to HomeLink威 using a HomeLink威 button previously trained, follow these steps: 1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink威 button. Do NOT release the button. 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without releasing the HomeLink威 button, follow Step 1 in the Programming section. For questions or comments, contact HomeLink威 at www.homelink.com or 1–800–355–3515.

POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT

WARNING: Do not install additional floor mats on top of the factory installed floor mats as they may interfere with the

accelerator or the brake pedals.

Position the floor mat so that the eyelets are over the retention posts and press down to lock in. Make sure that the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal. To remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure.

TRUNK RELEASE To open the trunk from inside the vehicle: Press the trunk release button located on the instrument panel near the radio.

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To open the trunk with the outside release button (vehicles equipped with intelligent access key): 1. Unlock the trunk with the transmitter or power door lock control. If the intelligent access transmitter is within 3 feet (1 meter) of the trunk, the trunk will unlock when you press the release button. 2. Press the release button located near the license plate.

CARGO AREA FEATURES

Cargo net (if equipped) The cargo net secures lightweight objects in the cargo area. Attach the net to the anchors provided. Do not put more than 50 lb (22 kg) in the net.

WARNING: This net is not designed to restrain objects

during a collision.

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KEYS Integrated keyhead transmitters (IKTs) (If equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with two integrated keyhead transmitters (IKTs). The key blade starts the vehicle and unlocks/locks all the doors. The transmitter portion functions as the remote entry transmitter. Your IKTs are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-programmed key will not permit your vehicle to start. If you lose one or both of your IKTs, replacements are available through your authorized dealer. Standard SecuriLock威 keys without remote entry transmitter functionality can also be purchased from your authorized dealer if desired. Always carry a spare key with you in case of an emergency. For more information regarding programming replacement IKTs, refer to the SecuriLock威 passive anti-theft system section later in this chapter. Note: Your vehicle’s IKTs were issued with a security tag that provides important vehicle key cut information. It is recommended that you keep the tag in a safe place for future reference.

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Intelligent Access Key (IA key) (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with two intelligent access keys which operate the power locks and the remote entry system. You have to have the IA key in the vehicle to activate the push button start system.

The IA key also contains a removable mechanical key blade that can be used to unlock the driver door. To release the mechanical key blade, press the release button on the back of the transmitter and slide the blade out. Your IA keys are programmed to your vehicle. You cannot enter or start your vehicle with an unprogrammed key. If you lose one or both of your IA keys, replacements are available from your authorized dealer. For more information on programming replacement IA keys, refer to the SecuriLock威 passive anti-theft system section in this chapter. Note: Your vehicle’s IA back-up keys were issued with a security tag that provides important vehicle key cut information. It is recommended that you keep the tag in a safe place for future reference.

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MYKEY姞 The MyKey威 feature allows you to program a restricted driving mode to promote good driving habits. All but one of the keys programmed to the vehicle can be activated as a MyKey威. The key will remain restricted until MyKey威 is cleared. Any remaining keys are referred to as an “administrator key” or admin key. The admin key can be used to create a MyKey威, program optional MyKey威 settings, and clear the MyKey威 feature. When the MyKey威 feature is enabled the user can use system check in the message center to see how many MyKeys威 and admin keys are programmed to the vehicle, and see the total distance the vehicle has been driven with the MyKey威 active. MyKey威 restricted features Standard settings – these settings cannot be changed • Belt-Minder cannot be disabled. The audio system will be muted whenever Belt-Minder威 is activated until the safety belts are buckled. Refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for a detailed description of Belt-Minder威 operation.

• Low fuel warnings are displayed in the message center followed by a chime when the distance to empty value reaches 75 miles (120 km). • The following systems, if equipped, cannot be turned off: reverse sensing system, blind spot information system (BLIS威) with cross traffic alert and collision warning system.

Optional settings – these settings can be changed • Vehicle speed is limited to 80 mph (130 km/h). Visual warnings are displayed followed by a chime when the vehicle speed has reached 80 mph (130 km/h).

• Visual warnings are displayed followed by a chime when a preselected vehicle speed of 45, 55 or 65 mph (75, 90, or 105 km/h) is exceeded. • The maximum volume of the audio system is limited to 45%. MYKEY VOLUME LIMITED will be displayed in the audio system display when attempting to exceed the limited volume.

• The AdvanceTrac威 system cannot be turned off. When this optional setting is on, the MyKey威 user will not be able to deactivate the system. Note: It may be beneficial to deactivate the AdvanceTrac威 system if the vehicle is stuck in snow, mud or sand.

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Create a MyKey威 To program MyKey威 on one of the keys programmed to the vehicle, insert the key that you want to make a MyKey威 into the ignition. For vehicles equipped with push button start, put the intelligent access key in the backup slot; see the Driving chapter for the location of the backup slot. Turn the ignition on. Use the message center buttons to do the following: 1. Press SETUP until PRESS RESET TO CREATE MYKEY is displayed. 2. Press and release the RESET button. HOLD RESET TO CONFIRM MYKEY will be displayed. 3. Press and hold the RESET button for two seconds until MARK THIS AS RESTRICTED is displayed. 4. Wait until KEY RESTRICTED AT NEXT START is displayed. MyKey威 is successfully programmed. Make sure you label it so you can distinguish it from the admin keys. Note: To program the optional settings go to Step 2 in the Programming MyKey威 Optional Settings section. If your vehicle is equipped with remote start, see the Using MyKey威 with Remote Start Systems section. Note: The MyKey威 can be cleared within the same key cycle that it was created, otherwise a standard key (administrator key) is required to clear the MyKey威 programming. To clear all MyKeys威 go to Step 2 in the Clear MyKey威 section. Programming MyKey威 Optional Settings Turn the ignition on using an admin key. To program the optional settings, use the message center buttons to do the following: 1. Press SETUP until RESET FOR MYKEY SETTINGS is displayed. 2. Press and release the RESET button to display MyKey setup menus. The first menu shown is:

MYKEY MAX MPH <80 MPH> OFF

3. If you don’t want to change the maximum speed setting, press the SETUP button to display the next menu. The remaining menus appear as follows with the default settings shown: MYKEY MPH TONES 45 55 65 MYKEY VOLUME LIMIT OFF MYKEY ADVTRAC CTRL ON .

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5. Press SETUP to enter your choice. The next optional setting will be displayed. 6. Repeat Steps 4 and 5 until you are done changing the optional settings. Clear MyKey威 To reset all MyKeys威 as admin keys, do the following: 1. Turn the vehicle on using the admin key. 2. Press SETUP until PRESS RESET TO CLEAR MYKEY is displayed. 3. Press and release the RESET button. HOLD RESET TO CONFIRM CLEAR is displayed. 4. Press and hold the RESET button for two seconds until ALL MYKEYS CLEARED is displayed. Check MyKey威 system status The vehicle system check will provide the status of the following MyKey威 parameters: • MYKEY MILES — This odometer only tracks mileage when a MyKey威 is used. If mileage does not accumulate as expected, then the MyKey威 is not being used by the intended user. The only way to reset this odometer to zero is by clearing MyKey威. If this odometer is lower than the last time you checked, then the MyKey威 system has been recently cleared.

• # MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED — Indicates how many MyKeys威 are

programmed to the vehicle. Can be used to detect deletion of a MyKey威.

• # ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED — Indicates how many admin keys are programmed to the vehicle. Can be used to detect if an additional spare key has been programmed to the vehicle.

Refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter for MyKey威 system warnings displays. Using MyKey威 with remote start systems MyKey威 is not compatible with non-Ford approved aftermarket remote start systems. If you choose to install a remote start system please see your authorized dealer for a Ford approved remote start system.

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Vehicles equipped with traditional keys: When using a Ford-approved remote start system, the default settings will recognize the remote start system as an additional admin key with its associated privileges. Owners of vehicles equipped with traditional keys should program the remote start system as a MyKey威 in addition to the key that they have already programmed as a MyKey威. To program the remote start system as MyKey威, do the following: 1. Enter the vehicle and close all doors. 2. Remote start the vehicle using a remote start fob. 3. Follow Steps 1-4 in the Create a MyKey威 section. Vehicles equipped with an intelligent access key (push button start) • It is not possible to program the remote start system as a MyKey威 on

vehicles equipped with intelligent access key (push button start). Therefore, you should treat the remote start fob as you would any other admin key. When the vehicle is started using remote start, the system will stall the engine when you either enter the vehicle or shift the vehicle into gear. Prior to the engine stall, the vehicle will have administrative privileges. When you restart the engine, the vehicle will identify the user as an admin or MyKey威 driver depending on the settings of the actual key used to start the vehicle.

Note: For all vehicles, the number of MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED or ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED that is displayed in the MyKey威 system status menus will include the remote start system as an additional key in the total count. See the Check MyKey威 system status section. Note: For all vehicles with remote start installed, it is possible to program all ’real’ keys as MyKeys威, in which case, you will need to use your remote start system to reset all MyKeys威 as admin keys by doing the following: 1. Enter the vehicle, close all doors. 2. Remote start the vehicle using your remote start fob. 3. Follow Steps 1-4 in the Clear MyKey威 section.

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Troubleshooting Condition Can’t create a MyKey威

Cannot program the MyKey威 optional settings

Cannot clear MyKey威

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Potential Causes • Key in the ignition is already a MyKey威. • Key in the ignition is the last remaining admin key (there always has to be at least one admin key). • Intelligent access key (if equipped) not in the backup slot — for vehicles with push button start. •SecuriLock威 Passive Anti-Theft System is disabled or in unlimited mode. • Vehicle has been started using a remote start system that is programmed as MyKey威. Refer to Using MyKey威 with remote start systems section. • Key in the ignition is a MyKey威 • No MyKeys威 are programmed to the vehicle. Refer to Create a MyKey威 section. • Vehicle has been started using a remote start system that is programmed as a MyKey威. Refer to Using MyKey威 with remote start systems section. • Key in the ignition is a MyKey威 • No MyKeys威 are programmed to the vehicle. Refer to Create a MyKey威 section. • Vehicle has been started using a remote start system that is programmed as a MyKey威. Refer to MyKey威 with remote start systems section.

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Condition Lost the only admin key

Lost any key

I accidentally programmed all keys as MyKeys威

No MyKey威 function with intelligent access key (push button start) (if equipped)

MyKey威 programmed total includes one additional key

Admin keys programmed total includes one additional key

MyKey威 miles do not accumulate

Potential Causes • Purchase a new key from your authorized dealer. • For programming spare keys, refer to the Programming spare keys section in this chapter. • Vehicle has a remote start system that is recognized as an admin key. Refer to the Using MyKey威 with remote start systems section to reset all MyKeys威 as admin keys. • An admin key is present at vehicle start• No MyKeys威 are programmed to the vehicle. Refer to Create a MyKey威 section • Unknown key has been programmed to the vehicle as a MyKey威. • Vehicle is equipped with a remote start system. Refer to Using MyKey威 with remote start systems section. • Unknown key has been programmed to the vehicle as admin key. • Vehicle is equipped with a remote start system. Refer to Using MyKey威 with remote start systems section. • MyKey威 is not being used by the intended user. • MyKey威 system has been recently cleared.

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POWER DOOR LOCKS • Press the • Press the

doors.

control to lock all

control to unlock all

doors.

Smart unlocks 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 you lock the vehicle with the power door lock control (on the driver or passenger door trim panel), all the doors will lock, then all doors will automatically unlock reminding you that your key is still in the ignition. The vehicle can still be locked, with the key in the ignition, using the control on the transmitter, or locking the vehicle with the keyless entry keypad. 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 (IA key) (if equipped) The smart unlock feature is intended to prevent you from unintentionally locking your IA key inside your vehicle’s passenger compartment or trunk. When you lock your vehicle using the driver or passenger power door lock control (with the door open), after you close the door the vehicle will search for an IA key in the passenger compartment. If an IA key is found inside the vehicle, all of the doors will immediately unlock and the horn will chirp, indicating that the IA key is inside. In order to override the smart unlock feature and intentionally lock the IA key inside the vehicle, you can lock your vehicle using your keyless entry keypad or using the entry system in this chapter for more information on keyless entry keypad operation.

control on another IA key. Refer to Keyless

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If your vehicle’s perimeter alarm is in the armed state, the smart unlock feature will not allow you to lock your IA key inside the trunk. When the alarm is armed, if the IA key is detected in the trunk, the decklid will automatically be released when you attempt to close it, and the horn will chirp, as a reminder that the IA key is inside. If you would like to intentionally lock your IA key in the trunk of your vehicle, first disarm the perimeter alarm by unlocking the vehicle, then place the IA key in the trunk, close the trunk, and rearm your perimeter alarm system by locking the vehicle using your keyless entry keypad or another IA key. For more information on arming/disarming of the perimeter alarm system, refer to Perimeter alarm system in this chapter.

Central unlocking/Two-stage unlocking for intelligent access keys (if equipped) When unlocking the driver door with the key, turn it once toward the rear of the vehicle to unlock that door only, if the two-stage unlocking is enabled. Turn the key a second time to unlock all doors. Two-stage unlocking may be disabled and re-enabled (to allow all vehicle doors to unlock simultaneously) by simultaneously pressing the controls on the transmitter for four seconds. Note: The turn lamps will flash twice to confirm that a change to the feature has occurred.

and

Autolock feature (if enabled) The autolock feature will lock all the doors when: • all the doors are closed, • the ignition is on, • 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 • the vehicle then attains a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h). Deactivating/activating autolock feature Your vehicle comes with the autolock features activated; there are three methods to enable/disable this feature: • Through your authorized dealer, 116

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• by using a power door unlock/lock procedure, or • by using the instrument cluster message center. Refer to Message

center in the Instrument Cluster chapter.

Note: The autolock feature can be activated/deactivated independently of the autounlock feature. Power door lock switch autolock enable/disable procedure Before starting, ensure the ignition is off and all vehicle doors are closed. You must complete Steps 1–5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, wait a minimum of 30 seconds before beginning again. 1. Turn the ignition on. 2. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times. 3. Turn the ignition off. 4. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times. 5. Turn the ignition back on. The horn will chirp one time to confirm programming mode has been entered and is active. 6. To enable/disable the autolock feature, press the unlock control, then press the lock control. The horn will chirp once if autolock was deactivated or twice (one short and one long chirp) if autolock was activated. 7. Turn the ignition off. The horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete.

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 • the vehicle has then come to a stop and the ignition is turned off or to • the driver door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being

motion at a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h);

accessory; and

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.

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Deactivating/activating autounlock feature Your vehicle comes with the autounlock feature activated; there are three methods to enable/disable this feature: • Through your authorized dealer, • by using a power door unlock/lock sequence, or • by using the instrument cluster message center. Refer to Message

center in the Instrument Cluster chapter.

Note: The autounlock feature can be activated/deactivated independently of the autolock feature. Power door lock switch autounlock enable/disable procedure Before starting, ensure the ignition is off and all vehicle doors are closed. You must complete Steps 1–5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, wait a minimum of 30 seconds before beginning again. 1. Turn the ignition on. 2. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times. 3. Turn the ignition off. 4. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times. 5. Turn the ignition back on. The horn will chirp one time to confirm programming mode has been entered and is active. 6. To enable/disable the autounlock feature, press the lock control, then press the unlock control. The horn will chirp once if autounlock was deactivated or twice (one short and one long chirp) if autounlock was activated. 7. Turn the ignition off. The horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete.

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CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS • When these locks are set, the

rear doors cannot be opened from the inside.

• The rear doors can be opened

from the outside when the childproof door locks are set, but the doors are unlocked.

The childproof locks are located on the rear edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door. Setting the lock for one door will not automatically set the lock for both doors. • 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.

INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE Your vehicle is equipped with a mechanical interior luggage compartment release handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the luggage compartment. Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation and location of the release handle.

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To open the luggage compartment door (lid) from within the luggage compartment, pull the illuminated “T” shaped handle and push up on the trunk lid. The handle is composed of a material that will glow for hours in darkness following brief exposure to ambient light. The “T” shaped handle will be located either on the luggage compartment door (lid) or inside the luggage compartment near the tail lamps.

WARNING: Keep vehicle doors and luggage

compartment locked and keep keys and remote transmitters out of a child’s reach. Unsupervised children could lock themselves in the trunk and risk injury. Children should be taught not to play in vehicles.

WARNING: Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or animals unattended in the vehicle. On hot days, the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior can rise very quickly. Exposure of people or animals to these high temperatures for even a short time can cause death or serious heat-related injuries, including brain damage. Small children are particularly at risk.

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REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM The intelligent access keys (IA key) comply 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. 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). A decrease in operating range could be caused by: • weather conditions, • nearby radio towers, • structures around the vehicle, or • other vehicles parked next to your vehicle. The transmitter allows you to: • remotely unlock the vehicle doors • remotely lock all the vehicle doors • remotely open the trunk • activate the personal alarm • arm and disarm the perimeter anti-theft system. • operate the illuminated entry feature. • activate the global opening windows feature. Refer to Intelligent access in this section for more features. The remote entry lock/unlock feature operates in any ignition position except while the vehicle is in the start position. The panic feature operates with the ignition off. If there are problems with the remote entry system, make sure to take ALL intelligent access keys with you to the authorized dealer in order to aid in troubleshooting the problem.

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Intelligent access (if equipped) Your vehicle will allow you to unlock and enter your vehicle without actively using a key or transmitter. You can use the Intelligent Access feature at the driver door or at the trunk. You can activate the intelligent access feature as long as you have one of your intelligent access keys within range of the driver door or the trunk. Activating intelligent access at the driver’s door: If your IA key is within 3 feet (1 meter) of the driver’s door, you can activate your intelligent access system by pressing any button on the keyless entry keypad. The driver’s door will automatically unlock and the door can be opened. Note: If two stage unlocking is disabled, all doors will unlock when you press any button on the keyless entry keypad. Activating intelligent access at the trunk: If your IA key is within 3 feet (1 meter) of the trunk, you can activate your Intelligent Access system by pressing the exterior trunk release button, hidden below the license plate. The trunk will release and open. Refer to the Remote entry system in this section for more details on how to use the lock, unlock, panic, or trunk buttons on the transmitter. Your intelligent access system uses a radio frequency (RF) signal to communicate with your vehicle and authorize your vehicle to unlock when commanded (either by pressing any keyless entry keypad button, the trunk button, or a button on the transmitter itself). If excessive RF interference is present in the area, or if your vehicle battery is low, it may be necessary to mechanically unlock your door. The mechanical key blade in your IA key can be used to open the driver’s door in this situation (refer to Intelligent access key in this chapter for more information on the location and use of the mechanical key blade). A mechanical key is needed for access if the IA key battery or vehicle battery is low. Push button start: Your vehicle is equipped with a push button start system, which allows you to start your vehicle without using a key. To operate the push button start system and start your vehicle, your IA key must be present inside the vehicle, either in the passenger compartment or in the trunk. Refer to Push button start system in the Driving chapter.

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and release again within three seconds to unlock all the

2. Press doors. The turn signals will flash. The remote entry system activates the illuminated entry feature; this feature turns on the lamps for 25 seconds or until the ignition is turned on. The battery saver feature will turn off the lamps 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off. Two stage unlocking may be disabled or re-enabled by simultaneously pressing the controls on the transmitter for four seconds (disabling two stage unlock allows all vehicle doors to unlock simultaneously). The turn signal lamps will illuminate twice to indicate that two-stage unlock was enabled or disabled. If equipped with an IA key, when two stage unlocking is disabled, intelligent access at the driver’s door results in an unlock of all doors (not just the driver door). Opening front windows and moon roof (if equipped) You can open the vehicle’s windows, and (if equipped) vent the moon roof by using the control on the transmitter. Refer to Power windows in the Driver Controls chapter for more information.

and

and release to lock all the doors. The parking lamps will

Locking the doors 1. Press illuminate. 2. Press the doors are closed. Note: The doors will lock again, the horn will chirp and the turn lamps will illuminate if all the doors and trunk are closed. Note: If any door or the trunk is not closed, the horn will chirp twice and the turn lamps will not illuminate.

and release again within three seconds to confirm that all

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

to activate the alarm. The horn will sound and the turn lamps

Sounding a panic alarm Press will flash for a maximum of three minutes. Press again or turn the ignition to the on position to deactivate, or wait for the alarm to time out in three minutes.

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

Opening the trunk Press • Ensure that the trunk is closed and latched before driving your

twice within three seconds to open the trunk.

vehicle. Failure to properly latch the trunk may cause objects to fall out or block the driver’s rear view.

The remote entry system allows you to open the trunk while the ignition is in any position. However, if the ignition is on and the gearshift is in D (Drive), the trunk will only open if the vehicle is moving 3 mph (5 km/h) or slower.

Memory feature (seat, mirrors and adjustable pedals) (if equipped) The integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT) or intelligent access key (IAK) allows you to recall the memory seat/power mirrors/adjustable pedals feature. to automatically move the driver seat, power mirrors and Press adjustable pedals (if equipped) to the desired memory position. 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 the easy entry feature is enabled). Programming the memory feature to the transmitter To activate this feature: 1. Move the driver seat, power mirrors, and adjustable pedals to the desired positions using the associated controls. • Vertically mounted

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2. Press and hold button 1 for five seconds. A tone will be heard after two seconds confirming memory position has been set. Continue to hold until a second tone is heard after five seconds. 3. Within three seconds press 4. Press 5. Repeat this procedure for memory 2 and another transmitter if desired. Deprogramming the memory feature from the transmitter To deactivate this feature: 1. Press and hold either the 1 or 2 button for five seconds. A tone will be heard after 11⁄2 seconds when the memory store is done, continue to hold until a second tone is heard after five seconds. 2. Within three seconds press the 3. Repeat this procedure for another transmitter if desired.

Replacing the battery The integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT) or intelligent access key (IA key) uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent.

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Integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT) To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin in the slot near the key ring to remove the battery cover (1). Note: Do not wipe off any grease on the battery terminals on the back surface of the circuit board. 2. Carefully peel up the rubber gasket (2) from the transmitter if it does not come off with battery cover. 3. Remove the old battery (3). Note: Please refer to local regulations when disposing of transmitter batteries. 4. Insert the new battery. Refer to the instructions inside the IKT 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 and snap the battery cover back onto the key. Intelligent access key (IA key) To replace the battery: 1. Remove the backup key from the transmitter, then twist a thin coin in the slot hidden behind the backup key slot to remove the battery cover. Note: Do not wipe off any grease on the battery terminals or on the back surface of the circuit board.

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2. Remove the old battery. Note: Please refer to local regulations when disposing of transmitter batteries. 3. Insert the new battery. Refer to the instructions inside the IA key for the correct orientation of the battery. Press the battery down to ensure that the battery is fully seated in the battery housing cavity. 4. Snap the battery cover back onto the transmitter and install the backup key. Note: Replacement of the battery will not cause the IKT or IA key to become de-programmed from your vehicle. They should operate normally after battery replacement.

Replacing lost integrated keyhead transmitters (IKTs) or intelligent access keys (IA keys) If you would like to have your IKTs or IA keys reprogrammed because you lost one, or would like to buy additional transmitters you can either reprogram them yourself, or take all transmitters to your authorized dealer for reprogramming. How to reprogram your integrated keyhead transmitters (IKTs) or intelligent access keys (IA keys) To program a new IKTs or IA keys yourself, refer to SecuriLock威 passive anti-theft system section of this chapter. Note: At least two already programmed transmitters are required to perform this procedure yourself.

Illuminated entry The interior lamps, parking lamps and puddle lamps (if equipped) illuminate when the integrated keyhead transmitter, intelligent access keys or the keyless entry system keypad is used to unlock the door(s). The illuminated entry system will turn off the lights if: • the ignition is turned on, or • the • the vehicle is locked using the keyless entry keypad, or • the vehicle is locked using the key in the driver door cylinder, or

control on the transmitter is pressed, or

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Illuminated exit When all vehicle doors are closed, the ignition is turned off and the key is removed from the ignition (IKT only), the interior dome lamps, parking lamps and the puddle lamps (if equipped) will illuminate. The lamps will turn off if all the doors remain closed and • 25 seconds elapse, or • the key is inserted in the ignition (IKT only) or (if equipped with

intelligent access with push button start feature) the start button is pressed.

Battery saver The battery saver will shut off the lamps 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned off. • If the dome lamps were turned on using the panel dimmer control, the battery saver will shut them off 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned off. • If the courtesy lamps were turned on because one of the vehicle doors

or the trunk was opened, the battery saver will shut them off 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned off.

• The battery saver will shut off the headlamps 10 minutes after the

ignition has been turned off.

Accessory mode battery saver for intelligent access keys with push button start (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.

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SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM 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 keyless entry keypad to: • lock or unlock the doors without • open the trunk. • recall memory seat/power mirrors and adjustable pedals positions (if equipped).

using a key.

• activate intelligent access (if equipped) at the driver door; refer to Intelligent access in this chapter.

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. Note: If your vehicle is equipped with the intelligent access feature, your keypad will still function normally if you enter your personal entry code or factory set code. However, if your transmitter is within range of the driver’s door, an intelligent access unlock will also occur each time you press any number on the keypad. Note that this additional unlock will not impact keypad functionality, and you can still enter your code and perform all keypad functions (unlock, lock, trunk release).

Programming a personal entry code and keypad association to memory seats, mirrors and adjustable pedals (if equipped) To create your own personal entry code: 1. Enter the factory set code. 2. Within five seconds press the 1 • 2 on the keypad. 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.

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Locks and Security Note: Touching 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 to the module. 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 personal code 1. Enter the factory set 5–digit code. 2. Within five seconds, press the 1 • 2 on the keypad and release. 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.

control on your transmitter.

Anti-scan feature If the wrong code has been entered seven times (35 consecutive button presses), the keypad will go into an anti-scan mode. 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 • the ignition is turned on. • the door is unlocked with a key Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entry 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: If the two-stage unlocking feature is disabled, all doors will unlock; for more information regarding two-stage unlocking, refer to the Central unlocking/two-stage unlocking section 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. 130

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Note: If equipped with intelligent access, if the intelligent access key is within 3 feet (1 meter) of the driver door, your keyless entry keypad code will still function the same way, but the driver’s door will also unlock with each keypad button press. To open the trunk, enter the factory set code or your personal code, then press the 5 • 6 control within five seconds. To lock all doors, press and hold the 7 • 8 and the 9 • 0 at the same time (with the driver’s door closed) for one second will lock all doors. You do not need to enter the keypad code first.

SECURILOCK姞 PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM SecuriLock威 passive anti-theft system is an engine immobilization system. This system is designed to help prevent the engine from being started unless a coded integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT) or intelligent access keys programmed to your vehicle is used. The use of the wrong type of coded key may lead to a “no-start” condition. Your vehicle comes with two coded integrated keyhead transmitters or intelligent access keys; additional coded transmitters may be purchased from your authorized dealer. The authorized dealer can program your spare transmitters to your vehicle or you can program then yourself. Refer to Programming spare integrated keyhead transmitters or Programming spare intelligent access keys for instructions on how to program the coded key. For integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT), the standard SecuriLock威 keys without remote entry transmitter functionality can also be purchased from your authorized dealer if desired. Note: The SecuriLock威 passive anti-theft 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: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are used to purchase gasoline or similar items, or a second coded key on the same key chain may cause vehicle starting issues. You need to prevent these objects from touching the coded key while starting the engine. These objects will not cause damage to the coded key, but may cause a momentary issue if they are too close to the key when starting the engine. If a problem occurs, turn the ignition off, remove all objects on the key chain away from the coded key and restart the engine. Note: Do not leave a duplicate coded key in the vehicle. Always take your keys and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle.

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Anti-theft indicator The anti-theft indicator is located in the instrument panel cluster. • When the ignition is off, the

indicator will flash once every two seconds to indicate the SecuriLock威 system is functioning as a theft deterrent.

• When the ignition is on, the indicator will glow for three seconds to indicate normal system functionality (IKT equipped vehicles only).

If a problem occurs with the SecuriLock威 system, the indicator will flash rapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is in the on position. If this occurs, turn the ignition off then back to on to make sure there was no electronic interference with the programmed key. If the vehicle doesn’t start, try to start it with the 2nd programmed key and if successful contact your authorized dealership for key replacement. If the indicator still flashes rapidly or glows steadily, the vehicle will not start, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible for service (IKT equipped vehicles only).

Automatic arming The vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the off position. The theft indicator will flash every two seconds to act as a theft deterrent when the vehicle is armed.

Automatic disarming The vehicle is disarmed immediately after the ignition is turned on. If equipped with IKTs, the theft indicator will illuminate for three seconds and then go out. If the theft indicator stays on for an extended period of time or flashes rapidly, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Replacement of integrated keyhead transmitters (IKT) or intelligent access keys Note: Your vehicle comes equipped with two integrated keyhead transmitters (IKTs) or two intelligent access keys.

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The integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT) functions as both a programmed ignition key that operates all the locks and starts the vehicle, as well as a remote keyless entry transmitter. A maximum of eight coded keys can be programmed to your vehicle; only four of these eight coded keys can be IKTs with remote entry functionality. The intelligent access key functions as both a programmed key that operates the driver door lock, activates intelligent access with push button start systems as well as a remote keyless entry transmitter. A maximum of four intelligent access keys can be programmed to your vehicle. If your programmed transmitters or standard SecuriLock威 coded keys (IKTs 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. Replacing coded keys can be very costly. Store an extra programmed key away from the vehicle in a safe place to help prevent any inconveniences. Please visit an authorized dealer to purchase additional spare or replacement keys.

Programming spare keys Integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT) 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 keycode and the remote entry transmitter portion of the IKT to your vehicle. Note: A maximum of eight coded keys can be programmed to your vehicle; only four of these eight can be IKTs with remote entry functionality. Tips: • Only use integrated keyhead transmitters (IKTs) or standard • You must have two previously programmed coded keys (keys that already operate your vehicle’s engine) and the new unprogrammed key(s) readily accessible.

• If two previously programmed coded keys are not available, you must take your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the spare key(s) programmed.

SecuriLock威 keys.

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Please 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 ten 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 (new key/valet 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. If the key has been successfully programmed it will start the vehicle’s engine and will operate the remote entry system (if the new key is an integrated keyhead transmitter). The theft indicator light will illuminate for three seconds and then go out to indicate successful programming. If the key was not successfully programmed, it will not start your vehicle’s engine and/or will not operate the remote entry features. The theft indicator light may flash on and off. Wait 20 seconds and you may repeat Steps 1 through 8. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the new key(s) programmed. To program additional new unprogrammed key(s), wait 20 seconds and then repeat this procedure from Step 1. Note: To program MyKey威 features, refer to MyKey威 in this chapter. Intelligent access keys (if equipped) You must have two previously programmed intelligent access keys inside the vehicle and the new unprogrammed intelligent access keys readily accessible. If two previously programmed keys are not available, you must take your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the spare key(s) programmed.

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Note: A maximum of four intelligent access keys can be programmed to your vehicle. 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 take your vehicle and all access keys to your authorized dealer to be erased and reprogrammed. Ensure that the vehicle is off before beginning this procedure. Ensure that all doors are closed before beginning this procedure and that all doors remain closed throughout the procedure. Perform this procedure exactly as described below, and perform all steps within 30 seconds of starting the sequence. If any steps are performed out of sequence, stop and wait for at least one minute before starting again. Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin. 1. Place the new unprogrammed intelligent access key in the pocket inside the center console utility compartment. 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 that programming mode has been entered and two programmed intelligent access keys have been detected in the vehicle. 6. Within one minute, press the start/stop button. A message will be displayed on the message center indicating that the new intelligent access key was programmed. If four intelligent access keys have already been programmed to your vehicle, you cannot program anymore and the message MAX # OF KEYS LEARNED will be displayed on the message center. 7. Remove the intelligent access key from utility compartment pocket control on the newly programmed intelligent and press the access keys to exit programming mode. 8. Verify that the remote entry functions operate (lock, unlock) and that the vehicle starts with the new intelligent access key. If the intelligent access key has been successfully programmed, it can be used to activate the intelligent access with push button start feature and can be used to start your vehicle. Note: To program MyKey威 features, refer to MyKey威 in this chapter.

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PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM The perimeter alarm system will help protect your vehicle from unauthorized entry. When the following types of unauthorized entry occur: • any door, the hood or the trunk is opened without using the keypad or • or if the ignition is turned on when using an invalid key, the perimeter alarm will flash the turn signal lamps and sound the horn.

the remote entry transmitter,

ARMING THE SYSTEM The system is ready to arm whenever the ignition is off. To arm the system, do one of the following: • Press the

control on the remote entry transmitter.

control twice on the remote entry

Note: If you press the transmitter within three seconds, the horn will chirp once to let you know that all doors, the hood and the liftgate/trunk are closed. If any of these are not closed, the horn will chirp twice to warn you that they are still open.

• Press the driver or passenger interior door lock control while the • Press and hold the 7 • 8 and 9 • 0 controls together on the keyless

door is open, then close the door.

entry pad to lock the doors (driver’s door must be closed).

After locking the doors using any of the methods above, the turn signal lamps will flash once indicating that the perimeter alarm is in the pre-armed mode and will become fully armed in 20 seconds. Note: Pressing the power door unlock control within the 20-second, pre-armed mode will disarm the system. When fully armed (after the 20 sec pre-arm mode), any IA keys found inside the vehicle are disabled/inoperable and will not start the engine. Press

button to re-enable them.

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transmitter.

Disarming the system To disarm the system, do any of the following: • Unlock the doors by pressing unlock • Unlock the doors by using your keyless entry pad. • Enter the vehicle using intelligent access (if equipped). • Turn ignition the on with a valid key (if equipped with IKT only). • Press the panic control

on the remote entry

on the remote entry transmitter. The alarm

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

• If equipped with integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT), unlock the driver’s door with a key, a chime will sound and the message center will display TO STOP ALARM START VEHICLE when you open the door. You will have 12 seconds to disarm the alarm system using any of the actions above, otherwise the alarm will trigger. • If equipped with intelligent access key, unlock the driver’s door with a

key. Turn the key toward the rear of the vehicle to make sure the alarm disarms.

Perimeter alarm issues If there seems to be a potential perimeter alarm system problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL keys/remote entry transmitters are brought to your authorized dealer to aid in troubleshooting.

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FRONT SEATS

WARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal

injuries in the event of a collision.

WARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop.

WARNING: Before returning the seatback to its original position, make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped

behind the seatback. After returning the seatback to its original position, pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched. An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision.

WARNING: Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving.

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

Adjustable head restraints Your vehicle is equipped with front row outboard head restraints that are vertically adjustable.

WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, the driver and passenger occupants should not sit in and/or operate the vehicle, until the head restraint is placed in its proper position. The driver should never adjust the head restraint while the vehicle is in motion.

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The adjustable head restraints consist of: • a trimmed energy absorbing foam and structure (1), • two steel stems (2), • a guide sleeve adjust/release • and a guide sleeve unlock/remove

button (3),

button (4).

To adjust the head restraint, do the following: 1. Adjust the seatback to an upright driving/riding position. 2. Raise the head restraint by pulling up on the head restraint.

3. Lower the head restraint by pressing and holding the guide sleeve adjust/release button and pushing down on the head restraint.

Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint is even with the top of your head and positioned as close as possible to the back of your head. For occupants of extremely tall stature, adjust the head restraint to its full up position.

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WARNING: The adjustable head restraint is a safety device. Whenever possible it should be installed and properly adjusted

when the seat is occupied.

To remove the adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Pull up the head restraint until it reaches the highest adjustment position.

2. Simultaneously press and hold both the adjust/release button and the unlock/remove button, then pull up on the head restraint.

To reinstall the adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Insert the two stems into the guide sleeve collars. 2. Push the head restraint down until it locks.

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Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint is even with the top of your head and positioned as close as possible to the back of your head. For occupants of extremely tall stature, adjust the head restraint to its full up position.

WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, head restraints must be installed properly.

Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped)

WARNING: Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving.

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

Lift handle to move seat forward or backward.

Pull lever up to adjust seatback.

WARNING: Before returning the seatback to its

original position, make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback. After returning the seatback to its original position, pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched. An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision.

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Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped) The lumbar support control is located on the outboard side shield. Rotate the knob clockwise or counter clockwise to adjust lumbar support.

Adjusting the front power seat

WARNING: Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving.

WARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop.

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

WARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal

injuries in the event of a collision.

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 passenger sensing system, resulting in serious injury or death in a crash. Always sit upright against your seatback, with your feet on the floor.

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WARNING: To reduce the risk of possible serious injury: Do not hang objects off seat back or stow objects in the seatback map pocket (if equipped) when a child is in the front passenger seat. Do not place objects underneath the front passenger seat or between the seat and the center console (if equipped). Check the “passenger airbag off” or “pass airbag off” indicator lamp for proper airbag status. Refer to Front passenger sensing system in the Airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) section for additional details. Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the front passenger seat sensing system.

The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. Press the front portion to tilt the seat.

Press the control to move the seat forward, backward, up or down.

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Press the control to recline the seatback forward or rearward.

Note: On vehicles with memory seats, to prevent damage to the seat, the power seats are designed to set a stopping position just short of the end of the seat track. If the seat encounters an object while moving forward or backward, a new stopping position will be set. To reset the seat to its normal stopping position: • After encountering the new stopping position, press the power seat • Continue pressing the control until it reaches the end of the seat • Continue pressing the control for approximately two seconds; you will

control again to override.

track.

feel the seat bounce back slightly.

Using the power lumbar support (if equipped) The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat. Press one side of the control to adjust firmness. Press the other side of the control to adjust softness.

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Multi-contour Active Motion™ seat (if equipped) The multi-contour seat consists of the following: 1. the massage control, 2. the lumbar control, and 3. the power seat controls

Note: The engine must be running or the vehicle must be in accessory mode to activate the seats. Note: Allow a few seconds for any selection to activate. Back and cushion massage cannot function at the same time. Push and release the front portion of the massage button for cushion massage. Push and release the rear portion of the massage button for back massage. To turn off the massage function, either press the massage button again or press the lumbar control.

Press either up or down on the lumbar control to select the top, middle, or bottom part of the seat back.

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Push and hold the front of the lumbar control to increase the firmness of the selected portion of the seatback or push and hold the rear of the lumbar to decrease the firmness.

We recommend first selecting the lumbar to the desired setting and then selecting the back or cushion massage setting. Note: The massage system will turn off after 20 minutes.

Dual setting heated seats (if equipped) The heated seats will only function when the ignition is in the on position.

WARNING: Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord

injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion, or other physical conditions, must exercise care when using the seat heater. The seat heater may cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long periods of time. Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat, such as a blanket or cushion, because this may cause the seat heater to overheat. Do not puncture the seat with pins, needles, or other pointed objects because this may damage the heating element which may cause the seat heater to overheat. An overheated seat may cause serious personal injury.

Note: Do not do the following: • Place heavy objects on the seat • Operate the seat heater if water or any other liquid is spilled on the

seat. Allow the seat to dry thoroughly.

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To operate the heated seats: Press the heated seat symbol/button to cycle through the various heat settings and off. Warmer settings are indicated by more indicator lights.

Three-position heated and cooled seats (if equipped) Heated seats The heated seats will only function when the engine is running.

WARNING: Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord

injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion, or other physical conditions, must exercise care when using the seat heater. The seat heater may cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long periods of time. Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat, such as a blanket or cushion, because this may cause the seat heater to overheat. Do not puncture the seat with pins, needles, or other pointed objects because this may damage the heating element which may cause the seat heater to overheat. An overheated seat may cause serious personal injury.

Note: Do not do the following: • Place heavy objects on the seat • Operate the seat heater if water or any other liquid is spilled on the

seat. Allow the seat to dry thoroughly.

To operate the heated seats: Press the heated seat symbol/button to cycle through the various heat settings and off. Warmer settings are indicated by more indicator lights.

If the engine falls below 350 rpm while the heated seats are on, the feature will turn itself off and will need to be reactivated.

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Cooled seats The cooled seats will only function when the engine is running. To operate the cooled seats: Press the cooled seat symbol/button to cycle through the various cooling settings and off. Cooler settings are indicated by more indicator lights.

A/C

If the engine falls below 350 rpm while the cooled seats are on, the feature will turn itself off and will need to be reactivated. Note: When the heated/cooled front seat is active, you will be able to hear the fan operating inside the seat. This is normal. Climate controlled seats air filter replacement The climate controlled seat system includes air filters that must be replaced periodically. Refer to the Scheduled maintenance information for more information. • There is a filter located under

each front seat.

• The filter can be accessed from the rear of the seat. Move the front

seat to full up to ease access.

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To remove an air filter: 1. Remove key from ignition. 2. Push up on the outside rigid edge of the filter until the tabs are released, then rotate the air filter toward the front of the vehicle.

3. Remove filter.

To install a filter: 1. First, position the filter in its housing making sure that the far forward end is all the way up in the housing. 2. Push in on the center of the outside edge of the filter and rotate up into the housing until it clips into position.

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Memory seats/power mirrors/adjustable pedals (if equipped) This system allows automatic positioning of the driver seat, power mirrors, and adjustable pedals to two programmable positions. The memory seat control is located on the seat side shield. The buttons may be configured either horizontally or vertically as shown: • Vertically mounted

• Horizontally mounted

• To program position 1, move the memory features to the desired positions using the associated controls. Press and hold button 1 for at least two seconds. A chime will sound confirming that a memory position has been set.

• To program position 2, repeat the previous procedure using button 2. A memory seat position may be programmed at any time. To program the memory feature to a remote entry transmitter, refer to Remote entry system in the Locks and Security chapter. A programmed memory position can be recalled: • in any gearshift position if the ignition is not on. • only in P (Park) or N (Neutral) if the ignition is on. The memory positions are also recalled when you press your remote entry transmitter to a memory position) or, when you enter a valid personal entry code that is programmed to a memory position. 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 activated (if easy entry feature is enabled). 150

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Easy entry/exit feature (if equipped) This feature automatically moves the driver’s seat rearward 2 in. (5 cm) when: • the transmission is in N (Neutral) or P (Park) • the key is removed from the ignition cylinder or the push button start

system (if equipped) is switched off (refer to Push button start system in the Driving chapter).

The seat will move to the original position when: • the transmission is in N (Neutral) or P (Park) • the key is placed in the ignition cylinder or when the push button

start system (if equipped) is put in accessory mode/started (refer to Push button start system in the Driving chapter).

The easy entry feature can be turned off or on through the vehicle message center. Refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter.

REAR SEATS

Non-adjustable second-row outboard head restraints Your vehicle is equipped with second row outboard head restraints that are non-adjustable.

WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, the driver and passenger occupants should not sit in and/or operate the vehicle, until the head restraint is placed in its proper position. The driver should never adjust the head restraint while the vehicle is in motion.

The non-adjustable head restraints consist of : • a trimmed energy absorbing foam and structure (1), • two steel stems (2), • and two guide sleeve

unlock/remove buttons (3).

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To remove the non-adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Simultaneously press and hold both unlock/remove buttons, then pull up on the head restraint.

To reinstall the non-adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Insert the two stems into the guide sleeve collars. 2. Push the head restraint down until it locks.

WARNING: The non-adjustable head restraint is a safety device. It should be installed whenever the seat is occupied.

WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, head restraints must be installed properly.

Adjustable second row center head restraint Your vehicle is equipped with a head restraint in the second row center seating position that is vertically adjustable.

WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, the driver and passenger occupants should not sit in and/or operate the vehicle, until the head restraint is placed in its proper position. The driver should never adjust the head restraint while the vehicle is in motion.

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The adjustable head restraint consist of : • a trimmed energy absorbing foam and structure (1), • two steel stems (2), • a guide sleeve adjust/release • and a guide sleeve unlock/remove

button (3),

button (4).

To adjust the head restraint, do the following: 1. Raise the head restraint by pulling up on the head restraint.

2. Lower the head restraint by pressing and holding the guide sleeve adjust/release button and pushing down on the head restraint.

Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint is even with the top of your head and positioned as close as possible to the back of your head. For occupants of extremely tall stature, adjust the head restraint to its full up position.

WARNING: The adjustable head restraint is a safety device. Whenever possible it should be installed and properly adjusted

when the seat is occupied.

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To remove the adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Pull up the head restraint until it reaches the highest adjustment position.

2. Simultaneously press and hold both the adjust/release button and the unlock/remove button, then pull up on the head restraint.

To reinstall the adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Insert the two stems into the guide sleeve collars. 2. Push the head restraint down until it locks.

Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint is even with the top of your head and positioned as close as possible to the back of your head. For occupants of extremely tall stature, adjust the head restraint to its full up position.

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WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, head restraints must be installed properly.

Split-folding rear seat One or both rear seatbacks can be folded down to provide additional cargo space. To lower the seatback(s) from inside the vehicle, pull the strap located on the outboard side of the seatback to release it, and then fold seatback down.

When raising the seatback(s), make sure you hear the seat latch into place.

WARNING: Before returning the seatback to its original position, make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped

behind the seatback. After returning the seatback to its original position, pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched. An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision.

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Seat-mounted cup holders and armrest storage compartment (if equipped)

If your vehicle is equipped with cup holders and a storage compartment, they are located in the rear seat armrest. To access the cup holders, rotate armrest into use position. To open the storage compartment (if equipped), pull up on the latch.

WARNING: Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision.

Rear heated seats (if equipped)

WARNING: Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord

injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion, or other physical conditions, must exercise care when using the seat heater. The seat heater may cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long periods of time. Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat, such as a blanket or cushion, because this may cause the seat heater to overheat. Do not puncture the seat with pins, needles, or other pointed objects because this may damage the heating element which may cause the seat heater to overheat. An overheated seat may cause serious personal injury.

Note: Do not do the following: • Place heavy objects on the seat • Operate the seat heater if water or any other liquid is spilled on the

seat. Allow the seat to dry thoroughly.

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The heated seats only operate when the ignition is on. To operate the heated seats: • Press the indicated side of the control for maximum heat. • Press again to deactivate.

• Press the indicated side of the control for minimum heat. • Press again to deactivate.

The heated seat module resets at every ignition run cycle. While the ignition is in the on position, activating the high or low heated seat switch enables heating mode. When activated, they will turn off automatically when the engine is turned off. The indicator light will illuminate when the heated seats have been activated.

SAFETY RESTRAINTS

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 • Driver’s seat position sensor. • Front passenger sensing system

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

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Seating and Safety Restraints • “Passenger airbag off” or “pass airbag off” indicator lamp • Front crash severity sensor. • Restraints Control Module (RCM) with impact and safing sensors. • Restraint system warning light and back-up 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 (RCM). During a crash, the RCM activates 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. The fact that the 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 Personal Safety System 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 pretensioners are designed to activate in frontal and near-frontal collisions, and in side collisions and rollovers. Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints The dual-stage airbags offer the capability to tailor the level of airbag inflation energy. A lower, less forceful energy level is provided for more common, moderate-severity impacts. A higher energy level is used for the most severe impacts. Refer to Airbag supplemental restraints (SRS) section in this chapter. Front crash severity sensor The front crash severity sensor enhances the ability to detect the severity of an impact. Positioned up front, it provides valuable information early in the crash event on the severity of the impact. This allows your Personal Safety System to distinguish between different levels of crash severity and modify the deployment strategy of the dual-stage airbags and safety belt pretensioners.

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Driver’s seat position sensor The driver’s seat position sensor allows your Personal Safety System to tailor the deployment level of the driver dual-stage airbag based on seat position. The system is designed to help protect smaller drivers sitting close to the driver airbag by providing a lower airbag output level. Front passenger sensing system For airbags to do their job they must inflate with great force, and this force can pose a potentially deadly risk to occupants that are very close to the airbag when it begins to inflate. For some occupants, this occurs because they are initially sitting very close to the airbag. For other occupants, this occurs when the occupant is not properly restrained by safety belts or child safety seats and they move forward during pre-crash braking. The most effective way to reduce the risk of unnecessary injuries is to make sure all occupants are properly restrained. Accident statistics suggest that children are much safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front.

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

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

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

restraints.

The front passenger sensing system can automatically turn off the passenger front airbag. The system is designed to help protect small (child size) occupants from airbag deployments when they are improperly seated or restrained in the front passenger seat contrary to proper child-seating or restraint usage recommendations. Even with this technology, parents are STRONGLY encouraged to always properly restrain children in the rear seat. The sensor also turns off the passenger front airbag and seat-mounted side airbag when the passenger seat is empty to prevent unnecessary replacement of airbag(s) after a collision. Front safety belt usage sensors The front safety belt usage sensors detect whether or not the driver and front outboard passenger safety belts are fastened. This information allows your Personal Safety System to tailor the airbag deployment and safety belt pretensioner activation depending upon safety belt usage.

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Front safety belt pretensioners The safety belt pretensioners at the front outboard seating positions are designed to tighten the safety belts firmly against the occupant’s body during frontal collisions, and in side collisions and rollovers. 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. Front safety belt energy management retractors The front outboard safety belt energy management retractors allow webbing to be pulled out of the retractor in a gradual and controlled manner in response to the occupant’s forward momentum. This helps reduce the risk of force-related injuries to the occupant’s chest by limiting the load on the occupant. Refer to Energy management feature- front outboard section in this chapter. Determining if the Personal Safety System is operational The Personal Safety System uses a warning light in the instrument cluster or a back-up tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to the Warning lights and chimes section in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the Personal Safety System is not required. The Restraints Control Module (RCM) monitors its own internal circuits and the circuits for the airbag supplemental restraints, crash sensor(s), safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt buckle sensors, driver seat position sensor, and front passenger sensing system. In addition, the RCM also monitors the restraints warning light in the instrument cluster.