Ford 2013 Flex Owner's Manual page 192

Starting and Stopping the Engine 191
IGNITION SWITCH (IF EQUIPPED)
Note: When you switch the ignition off and leave your vehicle, do not
leave your key in the ignition. This could cause your vehicle battery to
lose charge.
Note: In order to switch off the engine while the vehicle is in motion,
shift to position N and use the brakes to bring the vehicle to a safe stop.
After the vehicle has stopped, turn the engine off and shift into position
P, then turn the key to the accessory or off position.
C
B
D
A
A. Off: The ignition is off.
B. Accessory: Allows the electrical accessories, such as the radio, to
operate while the engine is not running.
C. On: All electrical circuits are operational and the warning lamps and
indicators illuminate.
D. Start: Cranks the engine.
KEYLESS STARTING (IF EQUIPPED)
Note: The keyless starting system may not function if the key is close to
metal objects or electronic devices such as cellular phones.
Note: A valid key must be located inside your vehicle to switch the
ignition on and start the engine.
Note: When locking your vehicle, any remote controls left inside the
vehicle may become disabled. A message may appear in the information
display indicating that there is no key detected if you try to start the
engine. Press the unlock button on the remote control to enable it, and
then start the engine.
2013 Flex (471)
Owners Guide gf, 4th Printing, December 2012
USA (fus)