Keys and remote controls, Frequencies, Remote control – FORD 2013 Escape v.1 User Manual

Page 44: Principle of operation, General information on radio frequencies

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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

The remote control allows you to:

remotely lock or unlock the vehicle
doors

unlock the doors without actively using
a key or remote control (intelligent
access only)

remotely open the power liftgate (if
equipped)

remotely start or stop the engine (if
equipped)

arm and disarm the anti-theft system

activate the panic alarm.

GENERAL INFORMATION ON
RADIO FREQUENCIES

The remote control complies 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.

Note: 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). Vehicles with the remote start
feature will have a greater range. A
decrease in operating range could be
caused by:

weather conditions

nearby radio towers

structures around the vehicle

other vehicles parked next to your
vehicle.

Intelligent Access

(If Equipped)

The system uses a radio frequency signal
to communicate with your vehicle and
authorize your vehicle to unlock when
commanded (either by touching the inside
of the front exterior door handle, by
activating the exterior luggage
compartment button, or a button on the
transmitter itself). If excessive radio
frequency interface is present in the area,
or if the transmitter battery is low, it may
be necessary to mechanically unlock your
door. The mechanical key blade in your
intelligent access key can be used to open
the driver’s door in this situation. See
Remote Control (page 44).

REMOTE CONTROL

Integrated Keyhead Transmitters

(If Equipped)

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Your vehicle may be equipped with two
integrated keyhead transmitters. The key
blade is used to start the vehicle and
unlock or lock the driver’s door from
outside the vehicle. The transmitter portion
functions as the remote control.

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