Ford Escape: Check MyKey System Status
The vehicle’s message center system check will provide the status of the following MyKey parameters:
• MYKEY MILES — This odometer only tracks mileage when a MyKey
is used. If mileage does not accumulate as expected, then the MyKey
is not being used by the intended user. The only way to reset this
odometer to zero is by clearing MyKey . If this odometer is lower than
the last time you checked, then the MyKey system has been recently
cleared.
• # MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED — Indicates how many MyKeys are
programmed to the vehicle. Can be used to detect deletion of a
MyKey .
• # 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 system warnings displays.
Clear MyKey
To reset all MyKeys 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 ...
Using MyKey with Remote Start Systems
MyKey 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 sys ...
See also:
Changing voice tag
1. Select the “CHANGE NAME” menu.
2. Select the phone number by operating
the “TUNE/TRACK/CH” dial/by pressing
the talk switch and saying the voice
tag.
3. Select the “CONFIRM” me ...
adaptive front lighting system (AFS)
With the headlamps on, AFS will adjust the
beams when cornering to provide improved
illumination in the direction of travel.
When a direction indicator is activated at
speeds up to 40km/h (25mph), ...
If you have a flat tire
If a tire goes flat while you are driving:
1. Take your foot off the accelerator
pedal and let the car slow down while
driving straight ahead. Do not apply
the brakes immediately or attempt to ...
