Escape 4WD L4-2.5L (2010)
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# ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED - Indicates how many admin keys are programmed to the vehicle. It can also be used to determine if an
additional spare key has been programmed to the vehicle.
Using MyKey(TM) with Remote Start System
NOTE: The # MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED or the # ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED messages that may be displayed in the message center includes
the remote start system as an additional key in the total count, depending on whether or not it was programmed as a MyKey(TM). Refer to the Check
MyKey(TM) System Status to determine if this is the case.
NOTE: The MyKey(TM) system is not compatible with non-Ford approved aftermarket remote start systems. If a Ford approved remote start system is
installed on the vehicle and it is started using the remote start, the vehicle stalls if a door is opened or if the vehicle is shifted into gear. The driver must
insert their key into the ignition lock cylinder, cycle the ignition to the ON position and drive the vehicle with the MyKey(TM) restrictions that are
programmed into their MyKey(TM). If the remote start system is a non-Ford approved system, the vehicle may not stall when a door is opened or if the
vehicle is shifted into gear. If the remote start system has not been programmed as a MyKey(TM) and the driver is a MyKey(TM) driver, the driver could
possibly drive the vehicle using the remote start system as an admin key with no MyKey(TM) restrictions. To resolve this incompatibility, it is necessary
to either recycle the MyKey(TM) before the vehicle is driven or program the non-Ford approved remote start system as a MyKey(TM).
NOTE: It is possible to program all of the keys as MyKeys(TM), with the remote start system being the lone remaining admin key. In this particular
case, it may be necessary to use the remote start system to clear all MyKeys(TM) and turn them into admin keys. In order to do this, carry out the
following:
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Enter the vehicle and close all doors.
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Remote start the vehicle using the remote start fob.
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Follow Steps 1-3 of the Disable MyKey(TM) Restricted Features procedure.
1. When using a Ford approved remote start system, the standard restricted features recognize the remote start system as an additional admin key. If
the remote start system is not Ford approved, it may not operate correctly. If a Ford approved remote start system is installed on the vehicle, the
remote start system can be programmed as a MyKey(TM), in addition to the key that is also programmed as a MyKey(TM). To program the
remote start system as a MyKey(TM), follow the steps below:
1. Enter the vehicle and close all doors.
2. Remote start the vehicle using a remote start fob.
3. Follow Steps 1-3 of the Program a MyKey(TM) procedure.
