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MyKey(R) Programming




MyKey(R) Programming


Program a MyKey(TM)

With Three Button Message Center

NOTE: After a MyKey(TM) has been programmed, the remaining standard key(s) (the key[s] that is not programmed with the MyKey(TM) feature) is referred to as an "administrator key(s)" or "admin" key(s). There must always be at least one admin key. The Instrument Cluster (IC) does not allow the last admin key to be programmed into a MyKey(TM) restricted key. Both the admin key and the MyKey(TM) restricted key can be used to see how many MyKey(TM) and admin keys are programmed to the vehicle, and how many total miles have been driven with the MyKey(TM) feature active (using the message center). The MyKey(TM) is the one with the restricted status. The admin key does not have any restrictions.

NOTE: The MyKey(TM) feature can be cleared within the same key cycle that it was programmed. Follow the Disable MyKey(TM) procedure to clear the key of any restricted MyKey(TM) status. If the key has been cycled, an admin key is required to disable the MyKey(TM) programming.

NOTE: The MyKey(TM) feature can only be configured or disabled with an admin key.

1. Insert a programmed PATS ignition key into the ignition lock cylinder and turn the key from the OFF to the ON position. This key must be the one that is being programmed to the MyKey(TM) restricted status.

2. Press the SETUP button until PRESS RESET TO CREATE MYKEY appears in the message center display.

3. Press and release the RESET button. HOLD RESET TO CONFIRM MYKEY is displayed.

4. Press and hold the RESET button (for approximately 2 seconds) until MARK THIS KEY AS RESTRICTED is displayed.

5. Wait until KEY RESTRICTED AT NEXT START is displayed, then release the RESET button.

6. The MyKey(TM) feature (standard restricted features) is successfully programmed into this particular key. Make sure it is labeled for easy identification. If you would like to customize the MyKey(TM) with the audio volume limited, maximum speed limit, speed alert chimes, and AdvanceTrac(R) on/off restrictions, refer to Configuring MyKey(TM) Optional Restricted Features.
- If the vehicle is equipped with remote start, also refer to Using MyKey(TM) with Remote Start Systems.

With Single Stem Message Center

NOTE: After a MyKey(TM) has been programmed, the remaining standard key(s) (the key[s] that is not programmed with the MyKey(TM) feature) is referred to as an "administrator key(s)" or "admin" key(s). There must always be at least one admin key. The IC does not allow the last admin key to be programmed into a MyKey(TM) restricted key. The MyKey(TM) is the one with the restricted status. The admin key does not have any restrictions.

NOTE: The MyKey(TM) feature can be cleared within the same key cycle that it was programmed. Follow the Disable MyKey(TM) Restricted Features procedure to clear the key of any restricted MyKey(TM) status. If the key has been cycled, an admin key is required to disable the MyKey(TM) programming.

NOTE: The MyKey(TM) feature can only be configured or disabled with an admin key.

1. Insert a programmed PATS ignition key into the ignition lock cylinder and turn the key from the OFF to the ON position. This key must be the one that is being programmed to the MyKey(TM) restricted status.

2. Press the SELECT/RESET button until PRESS RESET TO CREATE MYKEY appears in the message center display.

3. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET button. HOLD RESET TO CONFIRM MYKEY is displayed.

4. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET button until MARK THIS KEY AS RESTRICTED is displayed.

5. Wait until KEY RESTRICTED AT NEXT START is displayed, then release the SELECT/RESET button.

6. The MyKey(TM) feature (standard restricted features) is successfully programmed into this particular key. Make sure it is labeled for easy identification. If you would like to customize the MyKey(TM) with the audio volume limited, maximum speed limit, speed alert chimes, and AdvanceTrac(R) on/off restrictions, refer to Configuring MyKey(TM) Optional Restricted Features.
- If the vehicle is equipped with remote start, also refer to Using MyKey(TM) with Remote Start Systems.


Configuring MyKey(TM) Optional Restricted Features

With Three Button Message Center

NOTE: The following features can be restricted on a MyKey(TM):
- audio volume level set to a pre-determined level (45% of the maximum volume)
- maximum speed limit of 130 km/h (80 mph) on or off
- speed alert chimes set for 75, or 90 or 105 km/h (45, or 55 or 65 mph)
- AdvanceTrac(R) always on feature turned on or off

1. Using an admin key that has not been programmed as a MyKey(TM), turn the key to the ON position.

2. Press and hold the SETUP button until RESET FOR MYKEY SETUP is displayed.

3. Press and release the RESET button to display the MyKey(TM) setup menus. The first programmable feature is: MYKEY MAX MPH [80 MPH] OFF.
- If you do not want to change the status of a feature that appears, press SETUP to accept the current setting and the message center displays the next feature.

- If you want to change the status of the feature that is displayed, press RESET to turn a feature on/off (or toggle between choices). After the feature selection has been made, press and release SETUP to accept and the message center displays the next feature.

4. Repeat the process for the next features:
- MYKEY MPH TONES 45 55 65 [OFF] (choose the desired speed for the chime to sound)

- MYKEY VOLUME LIMIT [ON] OFF (choose the audio volume to be limited to 45%)

- MYKEY ADVTRAC CTRL ON [OFF] (choose for the AdvanceTrac(R) to be automatically locked on or able to be turned on or off by the MyKey(TM) driver)

With Single Stem Message Center

NOTE: The following features can be restricted on a MyKey(TM):
- audio volume level set to a pre-determined level (45% of the maximum volume)
- maximum speed limit of 130 km/h (80 mph) on or off
- speed alert chimes set for 75, or 90 or 105 km/h (45, or 55 or 65 mph)
- AdvanceTrac(R) always on feature turned on or off

1. Using an admin key that has not been programmed as a MyKey(TM), turn the key to the ON position.

2. Press the SELECT/RESET button until RESET FOR MYKEY SETUP is displayed.

3. Press and release the SELECT/RESET button to display the MyKey(TM) setup menus. The first programmable feature is: MYKEY MAX MPH [80 MPH] OFF.
- If you do not want to change the status of a feature that appears, press the SELECT/RESET button until the message center displays the next feature.

- If you want to change the status of the feature that is displayed, press and hold the SELECT/RESET button to turn a feature on/off (or toggle between choices). After the feature selection has been made, press the SELECT/RESET button to accept and the message center displays the next feature.

4. Repeat the process for the next features:
- MYKEY MPH TONES 45 55 65 [OFF] (choose the desired speed for the chime to sound)

- MYKEY VOLUME LIMIT [ON] OFF (choose the audio volume to be limited to 45%)

- MYKEY ADVTRAC CTRL ON [OFF] (choose for the AdvanceTrac(R) to be automatically locked on or able to be turned on or off by the MyKey(TM) driver)


Disable MyKey(TM)

With Three Button Message Center

1. NOTE: This procedure is used to disable the MyKey(TM) feature on all of the keys that are programmed to the vehicle. All of the keys then operate as normal (admin) keys with no restrictions.

Insert an admin key into the ignition lock cylinder and turn the key to the ON position.

2. Press SETUP until PRESS RESET TO CLEAR MYKEY appears.

3. Press and hold RESET until HOLD RESET TO CONFIRM CLEAR and ALL KEYS ARE CLEARED is displayed.
- A MyKey(TM) can also be cleared during the same key cycle that it was created by following Steps 2 and 3 of this procedure.

With Single Stem Message Center

1. NOTE: This procedure is used to disable the MyKey(TM) feature on all of the keys that are programmed to the vehicle. All of the keys then operate as normal (admin) keys with no restrictions.

Insert an admin key into the ignition lock cylinder and turn the key to the ON position.

2. Press SELECT/RESET button until PRESS RESET TO CLEAR MYKEY appears.

3. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET button until HOLD RESET TO CONFIRM CLEAR and ALL KEYS ARE CLEARED is displayed.
- A MyKey(TM) can also be cleared during the same key cycle that it was created by following Steps 5 and 6 of this procedure.


Check MyKey(TM) System Status

1. NOTE: For direction on how to monitor MyKey(TM) system status, refer to the Owner's Literature.

The vehicle system check provides the status of the following MyKey(TM) parameters:

- MYKEY DISTANCE - This odometer only tracks mileage when a MyKey(TM) is used. If mileage does not accumulate, the intended MyKey(TM) is not being used or the IC is at fault. The only way to reset this odometer to zero is by disabling the MyKey(TM). If this odometer is lower than the last time it was checked, the MyKey(TM) system has been cleared. If desired, it may be necessary to program the MyKey(TM) restricted features into the key.

- # MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED - Indicates how many MyKeys(TM) are programmed to the vehicle. It can also be used to determine if a MyKey(TM) has been disabled.

- # 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 Aftermarket Remote Start System

Program Remote Start System as a MyKey(TM)

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 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).

1. Enter the vehicle and close all doors.

2. Remote start the vehicle using a remote start fob.

3. Follow the steps of the Program a MyKey(TM) procedure.

Disable MyKey(TM) with the Remote Start System

NOTE: It is possible to program all of the keys as MyKeys(TM), with the remote start system being the only admin key. This procedure disables MyKey(TM) in the event of the aftermarket remote start system being programmed as the only admin key.

1. Enter the vehicle and close all doors.

2. Remote start the vehicle using the remote start fob.

3. Follow the steps of the Disable MyKey(TM) procedure.
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