2018_Taurus_Owners-Manual

Keys and Remote Controls

The remote start system does not work if any of the following occur: • The ignition is on.

The horn sounds and the direction indicators flash. We recommend you use this method to locate your vehicle, rather than using the panic alarm. Note: If any door or the liftgate is open, or if the hood is open on vehicles with an anti-theft alarm or remote start, the horn will sound twice and the direction indicators will not flash. Sounding the Panic Alarm turn it off. Note: The panic alarm only operates when the ignition is off. Remote Start (If Equipped) WARNING To avoid exhaust fumes, do not use remote start if your vehicle is parked indoors or in areas that are not well ventilated. Note: Do not use remote start if your fuel level is low. E138624 Press the button to sound the panic alarm. Press the button again or switch the ignition on to This feature allows you to start your vehicle from the outside. The transmitter has an extended operating range. Vehicles with automatic climate control can be configured to operate when the vehicle is remote started. See Automatic Climate Control (page 109). Many states and provinces have restrictions for the use of remote start. Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements regarding remote start systems. E138625 The remote start button is on the transmitter.

• The anti-theft alarm triggers. • You switch off the feature. • The hood is open.

• The transmission is not in park (P). • The battery voltage is below the minimum operating voltage. • The service engine soon indicator was on the last time your vehicle was driven. Remote Starting Your Vehicle Note: You must press each button within three seconds of each other. If you do not follow this sequence, your vehicle does not start remotely, the direction indicators do not flash twice and the horn does not sound.

E138626 The label on your transmitter details the starting procedure. To start your vehicle remotely: 1. Press the lock button to lock all the doors. 2. Press the remote start button twice. The exterior lamps flash twice. The horn sounds if the systemfails to start, unless quiet start is on. Quiet start runs the blower fan at a slower speed to reduce noise. You can switch this feature on or off in the information display. See General Information (page 88).

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