2018 Escape Owner's Manual

MyKey™

USINGMYKEYWITH REMOTE START SYSTEMS MyKey is not compatible with non MYKEY TROUBLESHOOTING

Ford-approved, aftermarket remote start systems. If you choose to install a remote start system, see an authorized dealer for a Ford-approved remote start system.

Condition I cannot create a MyKey.

Potential Causes

• The key or transmitter used to start the vehicle does not have admin privileges. • The key or transmitter used to start the vehicle is the only admin key (there always has to be at least one admin key). • Vehicles with keyless start: The keyless start transmitter is not placed in the backup position. See StartingaGasolineEngine (page 131). • SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is disabled or in unlimited mode. • The key or transmitter used to start your vehicle does not have admin privileges. • No MyKeys are created. See Creating a MyKey (page 53). • The key or transmitter used to start your vehicle does not have admin privileges. • No MyKeys are created. See Creating a MyKey (page 53).

I cannot program the configurable settings.

I cannot clear the MyKeys.

I lost the only admin key.

Purchase a new key froman authorized dealer.

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