FORD 2013 Escape v.4 - Manual (Page 53)

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
MyKey allows you to program keys with
restricted driving modes to promote good
driving habits. Program all but one of the
keys to activate the restricted modes. The
remaining unprogrammed key is referred
to as an administrator key or admin key,
which can be used to:
• create a restricted key
• program optional MyKey settings
• clear all MyKey features altogether.
Once you program a key, you can access
the following information through the
information display to learn:
• The number of admin keys and MyKeys
that are programmed to the vehicle.
• The total distance driven with a MyKey.
In vehicles equipped with intelligent access
keys (push-button start):
When more than one passenger has a
MyKey-equipped key fob while riding inside
of the vehicle, the vehicle recognizes the
admin fob to start the engine.
If you start your vehicle while using a
MyKey, your key’s programmed restrictions
will remain active until you turn the engine
off. This remains true, even if a passenger
with an admin key enters your vehicle after
you started the engine with a MyKey.
Standard Settings
These settings activate automatically with
a programmed MyKey.
• Belt-Minder. The audible safety belt
warning tones continue and do not
time out after approximately five
minutes. The audio system also mutes
until drivers and front passengers
fasten their safety belts.
• Early low fuel. The low-fuel warning
activates earlier, giving MyKey drivers
more time to refuel.
• Driver assist features, if equipped,
remain on and active: Parking aid, Blind
Spot Information System (BLIS) with
Cross Traffic Alert and the Collision
Warning System.
Optional Settings
You can configure these settings while
programming a MyKey or change them
while using an admin key.
• 80 mph (130 km/h) vehicle speed limit.
Drivers receive visual warnings and an
audible tone when they reach 80 mph
(130 km/h).
• 45, 55 or 65 mph (75, 90, or 105 km/h)
vehicle speed warning. Drivers receive
visual warnings and an audible tone
when they exceed the preselected
vehicle speed.
• 45% of the maximum audio system
output. The audio system displays a
message when drivers attempt to
exceed the volume limits.
• AdvanceTrac. Program the system to
Always-on and the system cannot be
turned off when drivers use a
programmed MyKey.
CREATING A MYKEY
Use the information display to create a
MyKey:
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