Keyless Entry - Ford 2013 Escape Owner's Manual

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2. The liftgate will power open or close.
Note: Manually pushing or pulling the
liftgate may enable the bounce-back
feature and stop the liftgate from opening
or closing.
Note: Splashing water may cause the
liftgate to open. Keep the remote control
away from the rear bumper detection area
when washing your vehicle.

KEYLESS ENTRY

General information
WARNING
The keyless entry system may not
function if the key is close to metal
objects or electronic devices such as
mobile phones.
The passive entry system will not function
if:
• The vehicle battery is flat.
• The passive key frequencies are
jammed.
• The passive key battery is flat.
Escape/Kuga (CBS)
Locks
2
1
(IF EQUIPPED)
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Note: If the passive entry system does not
function, you will need to use the key blade
to lock and unlock your vehicle.
The keyless system allows the driver to
operate the vehicle without the use of a
key or remote control.
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Passive locking and unlocking requires a
valid passive key to be located within one
of the three external detection ranges.
These are located approximately one and
a half meters from the driver and front
passenger door handles and the luggage
compartment lid.
Passive key
The vehicle can be locked and unlocked
with the passive key. The passive key can
also be used as a remote control. See
Locking and Unlocking (page 29).
Locking the vehicle
WARNING
The vehicle does not lock itself
automatically. If the locking function
is not activated, the vehicle will
remain unlocked.
Note: The ignition will automatically switch
off when you lock your vehicle from the
outside. This is to prevent the vehicle battery
from discharging.