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†Trip 1 & 2

Hold OK to Reset

Trip Odometer Trip Timer Average Fuel Compass (located in lower line of display). Note: this will also display in other menus. Total Odometer (located in lower line of display). Note: this will also display in other menus. †See Trip and fuel economy computer later in this section for more information.

Fuel Economy

Distance to E Inst Fuel Econ Average Fuel Compass (located in lower line of display). Note: this will also display in other menus. Total Odometer (located in lower line of display). Note: this will also display in other menus. †See Trip and fuel economy computer later in this section for more information.

Information

MyKey® Dist. (if key is programmed) — Distance traveled when a programmed key is in use. MyKey® Info — Number of MyKeys and admin keys programmed Coolant Temp. — The engine coolant indicator will change colors indicating: blue for cool, gray for normal and red for hot. If the engine coolant temperature exceeds the normal range, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool.

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Driver Assist

Settings

Traction Control — check enabled (default) / uncheck dis- abled Blind Spot — check enabled (default) / uncheck disabled High, Normal or Collision Warning Sensitivity Low

Chimes (not selectable if using a MyKey) Warning (not selectable if using a MyKey)

Display

Adaptive or Normal

Cross Traffic — check enabled (default) / uncheck disabled Cruise Control Rear Park Aid — check enabled (default) / uncheck dis- abled Language Units

Select your applicable language Distance

Temperature

Miles & Gal. or km/L or L/100km Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius (°C)

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Settings

Convenience

Auto Engine Off — check enabled (default) / uncheck dis- abled Auto Highbeam — check enabled (default) / uncheck dis- abled Autolamp Delay Compass

Off or number of seconds Display — check enabled (default) / uncheck disabled Normal or Towing

DTE Calculation Easy Entry/Exit — check enabled (default) / uncheck dis- abled Locks

Autolock — check enabled (default) / uncheck disabled Autounlock — check enabled (default) / uncheck disabled Remote Unlock

All Doors or Driver First Set XXX% — Hold OK to Reset Climate Control

Seats and Wheel or Front Seats Duration

Auto or Last Set- ting Automatic or Off

(5, 10 or 15 min- utes)

System — check enabled (default) / uncheck disabled 1 year — check enabled / uncheck dis- abled 2 years — check enabled / uncheck dis- abled 3 years — check enabled / uncheck dis- abled 4 years — check enabled / uncheck dis- abled Remote Open or Close Courtesy Wipe — check enabled (de- fault) / uncheck disabled Rain Sensing — check enabled (de- fault) / uncheck disabled

Oil life Reset Remote Start

Tire Mobility Kit

Windows Wipers

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Create MyKey 911 Assist Traction Control Max Speed Speed Minder

Volume Limiter Clear MyKeys

Settings

Hold OK to Create MyKey Always On or User Selectable Always On or User Selectable 80 MPH (130 km/h) or Off 45 mph (75 km/h), 55 mph (90 km/h), 65 mph (105 km/h) or Off

Hold OK to Clear MyKeys

TRIP AND FUEL ECONOMY COMPUTER Resetting the Trip Computer Press and hold OK on the current screen to reset the respective trip, distance, time and fuel information.

Odometer Registers the total accumulated distance for the lifetime of the vehicle. This value cannot be reset.

Trip Odometer Registers the distance of individual journeys.

Trip Timer Registers the total time of a trip.

Fuel Used Shows the amount of fuel used for a given trip.

Distance to E Indicates the approximate distance the vehicle will travel on the fuel remaining in the tank. Changes in driving pattern may cause the value to vary. Average Fuel Indicates the average fuel consumption since the function was last reset.

Information Messages See Information Messages later in this chapter for more information.

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Information Display Controls (Type 2)

• Press the up and down arrow buttons to scroll through and highlight the options within a menu. • Press the right arrow button to • Press the left arrow button to • Press the OK button to choose and confirm a setting/messages.

enter a sub-menu.

exit a menu.

Main menu From the main menu bar on the left side of the information display, you can choose from the following categories: • Display Mode • Trip 1 & 2
• Fuel Economy • Driver Assist • Settings Scroll up/down to highlight one of the categories, then press the right arrow key or OK to enter into that category. Press the left arrow key as needed to exit back to the main menu.

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Display Mode Use the up/down arrow buttons to choose between the following display options.

Display mode XXX mi (km) to empty Bar tachometer Round tachometer Engine coolant temp gauge Fuel gauge

Display mode

Option 1

Option 2

Option 3

Always Present Always Present

Always Present Always Present

Always Present Always Present

Total odometer (lower left corner) Regardless of display mode chosen, when SelectShift Automatic™ transmission (SST) is activated, the cluster will change to the round tachometer if not already selected. After the round tachometer displays, other display modes with the bar tachometer can also be chosen. • XXX mi (km) to empty: Shows approximate fuel level before the fuel tank reaches empty. The value is dynamic and can change (raise or lower) depending on driving style. • Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank. The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade. When the fuel level becomes low, the level indicator will change to amber. When the fuel level becomes critically low, the level indicator will change to red. Note: When a MyKey® is in use, low fuel warnings will display earlier. The fuel icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located. • Bar/Round tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine. During SelectShift Automatic™ transmission (SST) use, the currently selected gear will appear in the display.

• Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant

temperature. At normal operating temperature, the level indicator will be in the normal range. If the engine coolant temperature exceeds the normal range, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool.

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Trip 1 & 2
Choose between the following trip displays. Trip 1 & 2

Trip 1 & 2

Trip distance

Average fuel economy

Elapsed trip time Hold OK to Reset

Estimated amount of fuel consumed Total odometer (lower left corner) Press and hold OK to reset the currently displayed trip information. • Trip distance — shows the accumulated trip distance. • Elapsed trip time— timer stops when the vehicle is turned off and • Average fuel economy — shows the average fuel economy for a given • Estimated amount of fuel consumed — shows the amount of fuel used • Elapsed trip time — timer stops when the vehicle is turned off and

restarts when the vehicle is restarted.

for a given trip.

trip.

restarts when the vehicle is restarted.

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Fuel Economy Use the left/right arrow buttons to choose the desired fuel economy display.

Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy

Inst Fuel Economy

XX. Min Fuel

History

Instantaneous fuel usage Fuel usage over a 30 minute time span Average MPG XXX mi (km) to E Total odometer (lower left corner) Hold OK to Reset. Resets the currently displayed fuel usage information. • Inst. Fuel Economy: This display shows a visual graph of your • XX. Min Fuel History: This display shows a bar chart of your fuel

Always Present Always Present

instantaneous fuel economy.

history.

Driver Assist In this mode, you can configure different driver setting choices. Note: Some items are optional and may not appear.

Driver Assist

Traction Ctrl — check enabled (default) / uncheck disabled Blindspot — check enabled (default) / uncheck disabled Collision Warn Cross Traffic — check enabled (default) / uncheck disabled Cruise Control Adaptive or Normal Driver Alert

High / Normal / Low

Sensitivity

Driver Alert — check enabled / uncheck disabled Driver Alert Disp. — shows current alert status

Front Park Aid — check enabled (default) / uncheck disabled Lane Keeping Sys Rear Park Aid — check enabled (default) / uncheck disabled

Alert / Aid / Both High / Normal / Low

Mode Intensity

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Information Displays

Settings

Auto Engine Off — check enabled / uncheck disabled DTE Calculation Normal / Towing Easy Entry/Exit — check enabled / uncheck disabled Lighting

Auto highbeam — check enabled (default) / uncheck disabled Autolamp Delay

Off or number of seconds

Locks

Oil Life Reset

Remote Start

Windows

Wipers

Autolock — check enabled (default) / uncheck disabled Autounlock — check enabled (default) / uncheck disabled Remote Unlocking All doors /

Driver’s door

Auto / Last Setting

Set to XXX % — Hold OK to Reset Climate Control (using this feature allows you to select different climate control modes when the vehicle is started using the remote start feature) Seats & Wheel or Front Seats Duration System — check enabled (default) / uncheck disabled Remote Open or Close Courtesy Wipe — check enabled (default) / uncheck disabled Rain Sensing — check enabled (default) / uncheck disabled

Auto / Off

5 / 10 /15 minutes

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Settings (cont’d)

*MyKey

Hold OK to Create MyKey

Always On / User Selectable Always On / User Selectable

MyKey Status MyKeys / Admin Keys Create MyKey 911 Assist Traction Control Max Speed Choose desired speed or off Speed Minder Choose desired speed or off Volume Limiter Do Not Disturb MyKey Report Clear MyKeys Hold OK to Clear All MyKeys

Always On / User Selectable

On / Off

On / Off

*Some MyKey items will only appear if a MyKey is set.

Display

Distance

Gauge Display Language

Settings (cont’d)

Miles & Gal. km/L L/100km Fuel Gauge / Fuel + Tach

Select your applicable language — Hold OK to Set

Temperature Fahrenheit (°F) / Celsius (°C)

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INFORMATION MESSAGES Note: Depending on the vehicle options equipped with your vehicle, not all of the messages will display or be available. Certain messages may be abbreviated or shortened depending upon which cluster type you have.

Press the OK button to acknowledge and remove some messages from the information display. Other messages will be removed automatically after a short time. Certain messages need to be confirmed before you can access the menus.

Message indicators: Some messages will be supplemented by a system specific symbol.

Adaptive Cruise Control Messages

Adaptive Cruise Malfunction Adaptive Cruise Not Available Adaptive Cruise Not Available Sensor Blocked

AdvanceTrac® / Traction Control

Messages

Service AdvanceTrac

Traction control off

Action / Description

Displayed when a radar malfunction is preventing the ACC from engaging. Displayed when conditions exist such that the adaptive cruise cannot function properly. Displayed when the radar is blocked because of poor radar visibility due to bad weather or ice/mud/water in front of radar. Driver can typically clean the sensor to resolve.

Action / Description

Displayed when the AdvanceTrac® system has detected a condition that requires service. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Displayed when the traction control has been disabled by the driver.

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Alarm/Security

Messages

Vehicle Alarm To Stop Alarm, Start Vehicle

Automatic Engine Shutdown Messages Engine Shuts Off in XX Seconds Engine Shut Off for Fuel Economy Engine Shuts Off in XX Seconds Press OK to Override

AWD Messages

AWD Off

Check AWD

Action / Description

Displayed when the perimeter alarm system is armed and the vehicle is entered using the key on the driver’s side door. In order to prevent the perimeter alarm system from triggering, the ignition must be turned to start or on before the 12 second chime expires.

Action / Description

Displays when the engine is getting ready to shut off. Displays when the engine has shut off to help increase fuel economy. Displays when the engine is getting ready to shut off. You can press OK on the left steering wheel button to override the shut down.

Action / Description

Displayed when the AWD system has been automatically disabled to protect itself. This is caused by operating the vehicle with the compact spare tire installed or if the system is overheating. The AWD system will resume normal function and clear this message after driving a short distance with the road tire re-installed or after the system is allowed to cool. Displayed in conjunction with the Throttle Control/Transmission/AWD light when the AWD system is not operating properly. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

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AWD Messages Change AWD Power Transfer Unit Lube

Battery and

Charging System

Messages Check Charging System

Turn Power Off to Save Battery

Transport Mode Contact Dealer Factory Mode Contact Dealer

Action / Description

Displayed when the AWD system needs its power transfer unit lubrication changed. This message may be set if a vehicle has experienced extended periods of extreme/severe duty cycle driving. See your authorized dealer for service. (Taurus SHO Performance Package Only)

Action / Description

Displayed when the charging system needs servicing. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Displayed when the battery management system determines that: • the battery is at a low state of charge or, • the ignition has been in accessory position or on position with the engine off for approximately 45 minutes. Turn the ignition off as soon as possible to protect the battery. This message will clear once the vehicle has been started and the battery state of charge has recovered. Turning off unnecessary electrical loads will allow faster battery state-of-charge recovery. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

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BLIS® Messages

Blindspot Not Available Sensor Blocked See Manual

Action / Description

Displayed when the blind spot information system/cross traffic alert system sensors are blocked. Driver can typically clean the sensor to resolve.

Blindspot System Fault Displayed when a fault with the blind spot

Cross Traffic Not Available Sensor Blocked

Cross Traffic System Fault

Vehicle Coming From

Brake System

Messages Brake Fluid Level LOW Check Brake System

Park Brake Engaged

information system has occurred. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Displayed when the blind spot information system/cross traffic alert system sensors are blocked. Driver can typically clean the sensor to resolve. Displayed when a fault with the cross traffic alert system has occurred. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Displayed when the blind spot information system with cross traffic alert (CTA) system is operating and senses a vehicle.

Action / Description

Indicates the brake fluid level is low and the brake system should be inspected immediately. Displayed when the brake system needs servicing. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Displayed when the parking brake is set, the engine is running and the vehicle is driven more than 3 mph (5 km/h). If the warning stays on after the parking brake is released, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

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Collision Warning System Messages Collision Warning Not Available

Collision Warning Not Available Sensor Blocked See Manual

Collision Warning Malfunction

Door Messages

X Door Ajar

Trunk Ajar

Fuel Messages Check Fuel Fill Inlet

Fuel Level LOW

Action / Description

Displayed when there is a system malfunction with the collision warning system. The system will be disabled. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Displayed when the collision warning system radar is blocked because of poor radar visibility due to bad weather or ice/mud/water in front of the radar. Driver can typically clean the sensor to resolve. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Displayed when there is a system malfunction with the collision warning system. The system will be disabled. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Action / Description

Displayed when a door is not completely closed. Displayed when the trunk is not completely closed.

Action / Description

Displayed when the fuel fill inlet may not be properly closed. Displayed as an early reminder of a low fuel condition.

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Keys and Intelligent

Access Messages

No Key Detected

Key Programmed x Keys Total

Max Number of Keys Learned

Press Brake to Start

Restart Now or Key is Needed

Accessory Power is Active Starting System Fault

Action / Description

Displayed if the intelligent access key is not detected by the system in the following three scenarios: •When the start/stop button is pressed in an attempt to either start the engine or cycle through the ignition states. •When the engine is running and a door is opened then closed. •When the vehicle’s speed exceeds 10 mph (16 km/h) for the first time after starting. Displayed during spare key programming, when an intelligent access key is programmed to the system. Displayed during spare key programming when the maximum number of keys have been programmed. Displayed when the start/stop button is pressed without the brake pedal being applied. This is a reminder that the brake pedal must be applied when the start/stop button is pressed in order to start the engine. Displayed when the start/stop button is pressed to shut off the engine and a Intelligent Access Key is not detected inside the vehicle. Displayed when the vehicle is in the accessory ignition state. This message is displayed when there is a problem with your vehicle’s starting system. See your authorized dealer for service.

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Lane Keeping

System Messages

Lane keeping Sys. Malfunction Service required Front Camera Temporarily Not Available Front Camera Low Visibility Clean Screen

Front Camera Malfunction Service Required Keep Hands on Steering Wheel

Maintenance

Messages LOW Engine Oil Pressure

Change Engine Oil Soon Oil Change Required Engine Coolant Overtemperature Washer Fluid Level LOW Steering Malfunction Service Now

Action / Description

The system has malfunctioned. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

The system has detected a condition that has caused the system to be temporarily unavailable. The system has detected a condition the requires the windshield to be cleaned to operate properly. The system has malfunctioned. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Displayed when the system requests the driver to keep their hands on the steering wheel.

Action / Description

Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn off the engine. Check the oil level. If the warning stays on or continues to come on with your engine running, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Displayed when the engine oil life remaining is 10% or less. Displayed when the oil life left reaches 0%. Displayed when the engine coolant temperature is excessively high. Indicates the washer fluid reservoir is less than one quarter full. Check the washer fluid level. Displays when the steering system needs service. See your authorized dealer.

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Maintenance

Messages

Service Power Steering Now

Power Steering Assist Fault

MyKey® Messages

MyKey active Drive Safely MyKey not Created

Speed Limited to xx MPH/km/h

Near Vehicle Top Speed

Check Speed Drive Safely

Buckle Up to Unmute Audio Could Not Program Integrated Key

Action / Description

The power steering system has detected a condition within the power steering system that requires service immediately. See your authorized dealer. The power steering system has disabled power steering assist due to a system error. See your authorized dealer.

Action / Description Displayed when MyKey® is active.

Displayed during key programming when MyKey® cannot be programmed. Displayed when starting the vehicle and MyKey® is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on. Displayed when a MyKey® is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on and the vehicle speed is near the selected top speed. Displayed when a MyKey® is in use and the optional setting is on and the vehicle exceeds a preselected speed. Displayed when a MyKey® is in use and Belt-Minder® is activated. Displayed when an attempt is made to program a spare key using two existing MyKeys.

Park Aid Messages Check Park Aid

Check Rear Park Aid

Action / Description

Displayed when the transmission is in R (Reverse) and the park aid is disabled. Displayed when the transmission is in R (Reverse) and the park aid is disabled.

Rear Park Aid On Off Displays the rear park aid status.

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Passenger Sensing System Message

Occupant Sensor BLOCKED Remove Objects Near Passenger Seat

Reminder Messages Steering column lock: Remove and re-insert key while turning wheel to unlock Shift to Park

Engine On

Tire Messages LOW Tire Pressure

Tire Pressure Monitor Fault

Tire Pressure Sensor Fault

Action / Description

Displayed when objects are by the passenger seat. After the objects are moved away from the seat, if the warning stays on or continues to come on contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Action / Description

Displays when you need to turn the steering wheel in order to disengage the steering lock.

Displayed when the engine is turned off and shift select lever is in any position other than P (Park). Displays when the driver’s door is opened, the vehicle is on park and the engine is on.

Action / Description

Displays when one or more tires on your vehicle have low tire pressure. Displays when the tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer. Displayed when a tire pressure sensor is malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use. For more information on how the system operates under these conditions, refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in the Wheels and tires chapter . If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

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MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL

A. Fan speed control: Controls the volume of air circulated in your vehicle. Adjust to select the desired fan speed. B. Defrost: Press the button to distribute air to the windshield vents and de-mister. Air distribution to instrument panel and footwell vents turn off. You can use this setting to defog and clear the windshield of a thin covering of ice. C. Power: Press the button to turn the system on and off. Switching off the climate control system prevents outside air from entering the vehicle. D. A/C: Press the button to turn air conditioning compressor on or off. Use air conditioning with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. E. Recirculated air: Press the button to switch between outside air and recirculated air. When you select recirculated air, the air currently in the passenger compartment recirculates. This may reduce the time needed to cool the interior (when used with A/C) and may reduce unwanted odors from entering your vehicle.

Note: Recirculated air may turn off automatically (or be prevented from turning on) in all airflow modes except MAX A/C to reduce risk of fogging.

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F. Temperature control: Controls the temperature of the airflow in your vehicle. Adjust to select the desired temperature. G. MAX A/C: Press the button to maximize cooling. Recirculated air flows through the instrument panel vents, air conditioning automatically turns on, and the fan automatically adjusts to the highest speed. H. Air distribution control: Press these buttons to turn airflow from the windshield, instrument panel, or footwell vents on or off. The system can distribute air through any combination of these vents. I. Heated rear window: Turns the heated rear window on and off. See Heated windows and mirrors later in this chapter for more information.

AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL

Note: You can switch temperature units between Fahrenheit and Celsius. See Menu features in the MyFord Touch or MyLincoln Touch chapter. A. Power/Driver temperature control: Press the button to turn the system on and off. Switching off the climate control system prevents outside air from entering the vehicle. Turn to increase or decrease the air temperature for the driver side of the vehicle. This control also adjusts the passenger side temperature when not in dual zone mode. B. AUTO: Press the button to turn on automatic operation. Select the desired temperature using the temperature control. The system adjusts fan speed, air distribution, air conditioning operation, and selects outside air or recirculated air to heat or cool the vehicle in order to maintain the

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desired temperature. You can also use the AUTO button to turn off dual zone operation by pressing and holding the button for more than two seconds. C. Air distribution control: Press these buttons to turn airflow from the windshield, instrument panel, or footwell vents on or off. The system can distribute air through any combination of these vents. D. A/C: Press the button to turn air conditioning compressor on or off. Use air conditioning with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. E. Recirculated air: Press the button to switch between outside air and recirculated air. When you select recirculated air, the air currently in the passenger compartment recirculates. This may reduce the time needed to cool the interior (when used with A/C) and may reduce unwanted odors from entering your vehicle.

Note: Recirculated air may turn off automatically (or be prevented from turning on) in all airflow modes except MAX A/C to reduce the risk of fogging.

F. PASS TEMP: Press and turn to increase or decrease the air temperature on the passenger side of the vehicle. This turns on dual zone mode. G. MAX A/C: Press the button to maximize cooling. Recirculated air flows through the instrument panel vents, air conditioning automatically turns on, and the fan automatically adjusts to the highest speed. H. Fan speed control: Press + or - to increase or decrease the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. I. Heated seat controls (if equipped): Turn the driver or passenger heated seats off and on. See Heated seats in the Seats chapter for more information. J. Heated rear window: Turns the heated rear window on and off. See Heated windows and mirrors later in this chapter for more information. If your vehicle is equipped with heated mirrors, this button turns them on also. K. Defrost: Press the button to distribute air to the windshield vents and de-mister. Air distribution to instrument panel and footwell vents turn off. You can use this setting to defog and clear the windshield of a thin covering of ice.

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AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL (WITH SONY® AUDIO SYSTEM)

Note: You can switch temperature units between Fahrenheit and Celsius. See Menu features in the MyFord Touch or MyLincoln Touch chapter. A. Defrost: Press the button to distribute air to the windshield vents and de-mister. Air distribution to instrument panel and footwell vents turn off. You can use this setting to defog and clear the windshield of a thin covering of ice. B. Heated rear window: Turns the heated rear window on and off. See Heated windows and mirrors later in this chapter for more information. If your vehicle is equipped with heated mirrors, this button turns them on also. C. AUTO: Press the button to turn on automatic operation. Select the desired temperature using the temperature control. The system adjusts fan speed, air distribution, air conditioning operation, and selects outside air or recirculated air to heat or cool the vehicle in order to maintain the desired temperature. You can also use the AUTO button to turn off dual zone operation by pressing and holding the button for more than two seconds. D. CLIMATE: Press the button to turn the system on and off. Switching off the climate control system prevents outside air from entering the vehicle. E. A/C: Press the button to turn air conditioning compressor on or off. Use air conditioning with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency.

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F. MAX A/C: Press the button to maximize cooling. Recirculated air flows through the instrument panel vents, air conditioning automatically turns on, and the fan automatically adjusts to the highest speed. G. Recirculated air: Press the button to switch between outside air and recirculated air. When you select recirculated air, the air currently in the passenger compartment recirculates. This may reduce the time needed to cool the interior (when used with A/C) and may reduce unwanted odors from entering your vehicle.

Note: Recirculated air may turn off automatically (or be prevented from turning on) in all airflow modes except MAX A/C to reduce risk of fogging.

H. DUAL: Press the button to allow the passenger to set their temperature independent of the driver temperature. I. Fan speed control: Press + or - to increase or decrease the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. J. Driver temperature control: Press + or - to increase or decrease the air temperature for the driver side of the vehicle. This control also adjusts the passenger side temperature when not in dual zone mode.

AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL (WITH MyTemp)

Note: You can switch temperature units between Fahrenheit and Celsius. See Settings in the MyFord Touch or MyLincoln Touch chapter.

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A. MyTemp: Allows you to quickly adjust to a frequently used setting with a single touch. Press + or - to increase and decrease the temperature. Touch and hold MyTemp to save the current temperature. To access the setting again, touch the MyTemp indicator again. B. Power/Fan speed control: Press the button to turn the system on and off. Switching off the climate control system prevents outside air from entering the vehicle. Turn to increase or decrease the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. C. DUAL: Press the button to allow the passenger to set their temperature independent of the driver temperature. D. Recirculated air: Press the button to switch between outside air and recirculated air. When you select recirculated air, the air currently in the passenger compartment recirculates. This may reduce the time needed to cool the interior (when used with A/C) and may reduce unwanted odors from entering your vehicle.

Note: Recirculated air may turn off automatically (or be prevented from turning on) in all airflow modes except MAX A/C to reduce risk of fogging.

E. MAX A/C: Press the button to maximize cooling. Recirculated air flows through the instrument panel vents, air conditioning automatically turns on, and the fan automatically adjusts to the highest speed. F. A/C: Press the button to turn air conditioning compressor on or off. Use air conditioning with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. G. AUTO: Press the button to turn on automatic operation. Select the desired temperature using the temperature control. The system adjusts fan speed, air distribution, air conditioning operation, and selects outside air or recirculated air to heat or cool the vehicle in order to maintain the desired temperature. You can also use the AUTO button to turn off dual zone operation by pressing and holding the button for more than two seconds. H. Heated rear window: Turns the heated rear window on and off. See Heated windows and mirrors later in this chapter for more information. If your vehicle is equipped with heated mirrors, this button turns them on also. I. Defrost: Press the button to distribute air to the windshield vents and de-mister. Air distribution to instrument panel and footwell vents turn off. You can use this setting to defog and clear the windshield of a thin covering of ice.

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GENERAL OPERATING TIPS

General Hints Note: Prolonged use of recirculated air may cause the windows to fog up. Note: You may feel a small amount of air from the footwell air vents regardless of the air distribution setting. Note: To reduce humidity build-up inside your vehicle, do not drive with the system switched off or with recirculated air always switched on. Note: Do not place objects under the front seats as this may interfere with the airflow to the rear seats. Note: Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield. Note: To improve the time to reach comfort in hot weather, drive with the windows slightly open for 2-3 minutes after start-up or until your vehicle airs out.

Manual Climate Control Note: To reduce fogging of the windshield during humid weather, adjust the air distribution control to the windshield air vents position.

Automatic Climate Control Note: Adjusting the settings when your vehicle interior is extremely hot or cold is not necessary. The system automatically adjusts to heat or cool the cabin to your selected temperature as quickly as possible. For the system to function efficiently, the instrument panel and side air vents should be fully open. Note: If you select AUTO during cold outside temperatures, the system directs airflow to the windshield and side window vents. In addition, the fan may run at a slower speed until the engine warms up. Note: If you select AUTO during hot outside temperatures, or when the inside of the vehicle is hot, the system automatically uses recirculated air to maximize interior cooling. When the interior reaches the selected temperature, the system automatically switches to using outside air.

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Heating the Interior Quickly

Vehicles with manual climate

Vehicles with automatic

climate control Press the AUTO button.

Adjust the temperature control to the desired setting.

Vehicles with automatic

climate control Press the AUTO button.

Adjust the temperature control to the desired setting. Use 72°F (22°C) as a starting point, then adjust the setting as necessary.

control

1 Adjust the fan speed to the

highest speed setting.

2 Adjust the temperature control

to the highest setting.

3 Select the footwell air vents

using the air distribution buttons.

Recommended Settings for Heating Vehicles with manual climate

control

1 Adjust the fan speed to the

center setting.

2 Adjust the temperature control to the midway point of the hot settings.

3 Select the footwell air vents

using the air distribution buttons.

Cooling the Interior Quickly

Vehicles with manual climate

Vehicles with automatic

control

climate control

1 Adjust the temperature control

Press the MAX A/C button.

to the MAX A/C position.

2 Drive with the windows open for

2-3 minutes.

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Recommended Settings for Cooling Vehicles with manual climate

control

1 Adjust the fan speed to the

center setting.

2 Adjust the temperature control to the midway point of the cold settings.

3 Select the instrument panel air vents using the air distribution buttons.

Vehicles with automatic

climate control Press the AUTO button.

Adjust the temperature control to the desired setting. Use 72°F (22°C) as a starting point, then adjust the setting as necessary.

Side Window Defogging in Cold Weather

Vehicles with manual climate

Vehicles with automatic

climate control Press the defrost button.

Adjust the temperature control to the desired setting. Use 72°F (22°C) as a starting point, then adjust the setting as necessary. Direct the instrument panel side air vents toward the side windows. Close the instrument panel vents.

control

1 Select the instrument panel and

footwell air vents positions through the air distribution control.

2 Press the A/C button.

3 Adjust the temperature control

to the desired setting.

4 Adjust the fan speed to the

highest setting.

5 Direct the instrument panel side

air vents toward the side windows.

6 Close the instrument panel

vents.

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HEATED WINDOWS AND MIRRORS (IF EQUIPPED)

Heated Rear Window Note: The ignition must be switched on to use this feature. Press the button to clear the rear window of thin ice and fog. Press the button again within 10 minutes to switch it off. It switches off automatically after 10 minutes, or when you switch the ignition off. Do not use razor blades or other sharp objects to clean the inside of the rear window or to remove decals from the inside of the rear window. This may cause damage to the heated grid lines. Your warranty does not cover this damage.

Heated Exterior Mirrors (If Equipped) Note: Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror glass that has frozen in place. These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors. Note: Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products. Both mirrors heat to remove ice, mist and fog when you switch on the heated rear window.

CABIN AIR FILTER Note: Make sure you have a cabin air filter installed at all times. This prevents foreign objects from entering the system. Running the system without a filter in place could result in degradation or damage to the system. Your vehicle is equipped with a cabin air filter, which is located just in front of the windshield under the cowl grille on the passenger side of your vehicle. The particulate air filtration system reduces the concentration of airborne particles, such as dust, spores and pollen, in the air supplied to the interior of your vehicle. The particulate filtration system gives the following benefits to customers: • Improves the customer’s driving comfort by reducing particle • Improves the interior compartment cleanliness. • Protects the climate control components from particle deposits. For more information regarding the interval at which you should replace the cabin air filter, see the Scheduled Maintenance chapter. For additional cabin air filter information, or to replace the filter, see an authorized dealer.

concentration.

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REMOTE START (IF EQUIPPED) The remote start feature allows you to pre-condition the interior of your vehicle. The climate control system works to achieve comfort according to your previous settings. Note: You cannot adjust the system during remote start operation. Turn the ignition on to return the system to its previous settings. You can now make adjustments normally, but you need to turn certain vehicle-dependent features back on, such as: • Heated seats. • Cooled seats. • Heated steering wheel. • Heated mirrors. • Heated rear window. You can adjust the default remote start settings using the information display controls. See the Information Displays chapter.

Manual Climate Systems In hot weather, the climate control system is set to MAX A/C. In moderate weather, the system either heats or cools (based on previous settings). The rear defroster and heated mirrors are not automatically turned on. In cold weather, maximum heat is provided in floor/defrost mode. The rear defroster and heated mirrors are automatically turned on.

Automatic Settings In hot weather, the system is set to 72°F (22°C). The cooled seats are set to high (if available, and selected to AUTO in the information display). In moderate weather, the system either heats or cools (based on previous settings). The rear defroster, heated mirrors and heated seats do not automatically turn on. In cold weather, the system is set to 72°F (22°C). The heated seats are set to high (if available, and selected to AUTO in the information display). The rear defroster and heated mirrors automatically turn on.

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SITTING IN THE CORRECT POSITION

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

WARNING: Do not recline the seat back as this can cause the occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe

personal injury in the event of a crash.

WARNING: Do not place objects higher than the seat backs to reduce the risk of injury in a crash or during heavy braking or

when stopping suddenly.

When you use them properly, the seat, head restraint, safety belt and airbags will provide optimum protection in the event of a crash.

possible.

We recommend that you follow these guidelines: • Do not recline the seat back more than 30 degrees from vertical. • Sit in an upright position with the base of your spine as far back as • Adjust the head restraint so that the top of it is level with the top of • Keep sufficient distance between yourself and the steering wheel. We recommend a minimum of 10 inches (25 centimeters) between your breastbone and the airbag cover.

your head and as far forward as possible, remaining comfortable.

• Hold the steering wheel with your arms slightly bent. • Bend your legs slightly so that you can press the pedals fully.

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• Position the shoulder strap of the safety belt over the center of your

shoulder and position the lap strap tightly across your hips.

Make sure that your driving position is comfortable and that you can maintain full control of your vehicle.

HEAD RESTRAINTS

WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, the driver and passenger occupants should not sit in 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.

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

when the seat is occupied. An improperly adjusted head restraint may provide reduced protection to an occupant during certain rear impacts.

WARNING: Install the head restraint properly to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash.

Note: Before adjusting any head restraint, adjust the seat back to an upright driving or riding position. 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. To adjust the head restraint, do the following:

Front seat head restraints

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The head restraints consist of: A. An energy absorbing head restraint. B. Two steel stems. C. Guide sleeve adjust and release button. D. Guide sleeve unlock and remove button. • Raise: Pull up on the head restraint (A). • Lower: Press and hold the guide sleeve adjust and release button (C) • Remove: Pull up the head restraint until it reaches the highest

and push down on the head restraint (A).

adjustment position and then press and hold both the adjust and release button (C) and the unlock and remove button (D), then pull up on the head restraint. • Reinstall: Align the steel stems into the guide sleeves and push the

head restraint down until it locks.

Rear seat non-adjustable outboard head restraints

The head restraints consist of: A. An energy absorbing head restraint. B. Two steel stems. C. Guide sleeve unlock and remove button.

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• Remove: Simultaneously press and hold both unlock and remove • Reinstall: Align the steel stems into the guide sleeves and push the

buttons (C), then pull up on the head restraint.

head restraint down until it locks.

Tilting Head Restraints (If Equipped) The front head restraints may tilt for extra comfort. To tilt the head restraint, do the following:

1. Adjust the seatback to an upright driving or riding position. 2. Tilt the head restraint forward by gently pulling the top of the head restraint.

Once it is in its forward-most position, tilt it forward once more to release it to the upright position. Note: Do not attempt to force the head restraint backward after it is tilted. Instead, continue tilting it forward until the head restraint releases to the upright position.

MANUAL SEATS

WARNING: Do not adjust the driver seat or seatback while the vehicle is moving. This may result in sudden seat movement,

causing loss of control of your vehicle.

WARNING: Rock the seat backward and forward after releasing the lever to make sure that it is fully engaged.

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Moving the seats backward and forward

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 crash.

Recline adjustment

Lumbar adjustment

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POWER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)

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

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

seatback.

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: 1. After encountering the new stopping position, press the power seat control again to override. 2. Continue pressing the control until it reaches the end of the seat track. 3. Continue pressing the control for about two seconds. You will feel the seat bounce back slightly.

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Power Lumbar (If Equipped)

Multi-Contour Active Motion™ Seat (If Equipped) Note: The massage system will turn off after 20 minutes. 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. The seatback and cushion massage cannot function at the same time.

A. Cushion and seatback massage control B. Lumbar control C. Power seat controls

• Seat cushion massage: Press and release the front portion of the

massage control (A). Press again to cancel or press the lumbar control to cancel.

• Seatback massage: Press and release the rear portion of the massage button (A). Press again to cancel or press the lumbar control to cancel. • Lumbar selection: Press either up or down on the lumbar control (B) • Lumbar adjust: Press and hold the front of the lumbar control (B) to increase the firmness of the selected portion of the seatback or press and hold the rear of the lumbar to decrease the firmness.

to select the top, middle, or bottom part of the seatback.

• Power seat controls (C) We recommend first selecting the lumbar to the desired setting and then selecting the back or cushion massage setting.

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MEMORY FUNCTION (if equipped) The memory control is located on the side seat panel. This feature will automatically recall the position of the following: • Driver seat. • Power mirrors. • Optional adjustable pedals. • Optional power tilt and telescopic steering column.

A. Type 1
B. Type 2

Programming a Memory Position 1. Switch the ignition on. 2. Adjust the memory features to your desired positions using the associated controls. 3. Press and hold the desired preset button for about two seconds until you hear a single tone. You can save up to two preset memory positions. You can save a memory preset at any time

Recalling a Memory Position Press and release the desired memory preset button to recall a saved memory position. You can recall a programmed memory position: • In any gearshift position if the ignition is not on. • Only in park (P) or neutral (N) if the ignition is on.

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Recalling a memory position with the remote control The memory positions are also recalled when you press unlock on your remote control (if the transmitter is programmed to a memory position) or, when you enter a valid personal entry code that is programmed to a memory position. To program the memory feature to a remote control, see the Keys and remote control chapter.

Easy Entry and Exit Feature (If Equipped) This feature moves the seat rearward and the optional power steering column up and forward to allow extra room to exit the vehicle. This occurs when: • You place the transmission in neutral (N) or park (P). • You switch the keyless ignition off or take the key out of the ignition

switch.

The seat and steering wheel will move to their original positions when: • You place the transmission in neutral (N) or park (P). • You switch the keyless ignition off or take the key out of the ignition

switch.

Turn the Easy Entry/Exit feature on or off through the information display settings menu. See the Information Displays chapter.

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.

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The heated seats will only function when the ignition is in the on position. 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 to cycle through the various heat settings and off. Warmer settings are indicated by more indicator lights.

CLIMATE CONTROLLED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)

Heated Seats

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.

The heated seats will only function when the engine is running. 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 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. You will need to reactivate it.

Cooled Seats The cooled seats will only function when the engine is running. To operate the cooled seats: A/C

Press the cooled seat symbol to cycle through the various cooling settings and off. Cooler settings are indicated by more indicator lights.

If the engine falls below 350 RPM while the cooled seats are on, the feature will turn itself off. You will need to reactivate it. Note: When the heated or cooled front seat is active, you will be able to hear the fan operating inside the seat. This is normal.

Climate Controlled Seat Air Filter Replacement The climate controlled seat system includes air filters. You must replace them periodically. See the scheduled maintenance information. Locate the filters under each front seat and access them from the second-row foot-well area. Move the front seats all the way forward and to the full up positions to ease access.

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To remove an air filter: 1. Turn the vehicle off. 2. Push up on the outside rigid edge of the filter and rotate counterclockwise once the tabs are released, then remove the 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.

REAR SEATS

Split-folding Rear Seat

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 make sure that it has fully latched. An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or crash .

You can fold one or both rear seatbacks.

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Seats • Lower: Pull the strap located on the outboard side of the seatback to release it, and then fold the seatback down. • Raise: Pull up on the seat and push it back until you hear it latch into place.

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 rear seat heat controls are located on the rear of the center console. The heated seats only operate when the ignition is on. To operate the heated seats: • Press the indicated side of the control for minimum • Press again to turn off.

heat.

• Press the indicated side of the control for maximum • Press again to turn off.

heat.

The indicator light will illuminate when the heated seats have been activated.

REAR SEAT ARMREST (IF EQUIPPED)

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

To access the cup holders, rotate the armrest forward. To open the storage compartment (if equipped), pull up on the latch.

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HOMELINK® WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

WARNING: Make sure that the garage door and security device are free from obstruction when you are programming. Do not

program the system with the vehicle in the garage.

WARNING: Do not use the system with any garage door opener that does not have the safety stop and reverse feature as

required by U.S. Federal Safety Standards (this includes any garage door opener manufactured before April 1, 1982).

Note: Make sure you keep the original remote control transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future system programming. Note: We recommend that upon the sale or lease termination of your vehicle, you erase the programmed function buttons for security reasons. See Erasing the function button codes later in this section. Note: You can program a maximum of three devices. To change or replace any of the three devices after it has been initially programmed, you must first erase the current settings. See Erasing the function button codes later in this section. The universal garage door opener replaces the common hand-held garage door opener with a three-button transmitter that is integrated into the driver’s sun visor. The system includes two primary

features, a garage door opener and a platform for remote activation of devices with the home. As well as being programmed for garage doors, the system transmitter can be programmed to operate entry gate operators, security systems, entry door locks, and home or office lighting. Additional system information can be found online at www.homelink.com or by calling the toll-free help line on 1-800-355-3515.

Programming Note: Put a new battery in the hand-held transmitter. This will ensure quicker training and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal.

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1. With your vehicle parked outside of the garage and your key in the ignition, turn the key so that the ignition is in the on position.

2. Hold your hand-held, garage door transmitter 1–3 inches (2–8 centimeters) away from the HomeLink button you want to program.

3. Using both hands, simultaneously press and hold the desired HomeLink button and the hand-held transmitter button. DO NOT release either one until the HomeLink indicator light flashes slowly and then rapidly. When the indicator light flashes rapidly, both buttons may be released. The rapid flashing indicates successful training. 4. Press and hold the HomeLink button you programmed for five seconds, then release. You may need to do this twice to activate the door. If your garage door does not operate, watch the HomeLink indicator light. If the indicator light stays on, the programming is complete. Press and release the programmed HomeLink button, and then begin programming your garage door opener. See below for Steps 5 – 7. If the indicator light flashes rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a constant light, the HomeLink button is not programmed yet. Do the following: Press and hold the HomeLink button while you press and release the hand-held transmitter button every two seconds. The HomeLink indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly once the HomeLink function button recognizes and accepts the hand-held transmitter’s radio frequency signal. After programming the HomeLink button, follow Steps 5 – 7 as listed below to program your garage door opener.

Note: You may need a ladder to reach the unit and you may need to remove the cover or lamp lens on your garage door opener. 5. Press the learn button on the garage door opener motor, and then you have 30 seconds to complete the next step.

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6. Return to your car. 7. Press and hold the function button you want to program for two seconds, then release. Repeat this step. Depending on your brand of garage door opener, you may need to repeat this sequence a third time.

To program additional buttons, repeat Steps 1 – 4 . For questions or comments, please contact HomeLink® at www.homelink.com or 1-800-355-3515.

Erasing the Function Button Codes

Note: You cannot erase individual buttons. 1. Press and hold the outer two function buttons simultaneously for approximately 20 seconds until the indicator lights above the buttons flash rapidly. 2. When the indicator lights flash, release the buttons. The codes for all buttons are erased.

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

Programming HomeLink to a Genie Intellicode 2 garage door opener Note: The Genie Intellicode 2 transmitter must already be programmed to operate with the garage door opener.

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Programing the transmitters To program HomeLink to the transmitter you must first put the transmitter into programming mode. To do this:

A. Red LED B. Green LED

1. Press and hold one of the buttons on the hand-held transmitter for 10 seconds. The LED light will change from green to green and red. 2. Press the same button twice to confirm the change to Programming mode. If done properly the LED light will appear red. 3. Hold the transmitter within 1–3 inches (2–8 centimeters) of the button on the sun visor you want to program. 4. Press and hold both the programmed Genie button on the hand-held transmitter and the button on the sun visor you want to program. The indicator light on the sun visor will flash rapidly when the programming is successful. Note: the Genie transmitter will transmit for up to 30 seconds. If HomeLink does not program within 30 seconds the Genie transmitter will need to be pressed again. If the Genie transmitter LED displays green and red, release the button until the LED turns off before pressing the button again. Once HomeLink has been programmed successfully, the Genie transmitter must be changed out of program mode. To do this: 1. Press and hold the previously programmed Genie button on the