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Directed DIRECTECHS DB3 Installation Manual

Smart key for 2020 ford escape
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Functions compatible with the 2020 Ford Escape (Smart Key)
*Telematics features: The telematics features listed below (with an asterisk) ONLY apply when using SmartStart Pro.
* Odometer
Brake Status (foot brake)
Control of aftermarket alarm with OEM remote
Door Lock Control
Door Unlock
Entry Monitoring ALL Door Pins
Entry Monitoring Hood Pin
Entry Monitoring Trunk/Hatch Pin
Factory Alarm Trigger Monitoring
Fuel level/EV battery level
Ignition Status
Immobilizer Bypass-Data No Key Req'd
Parking Lights Control
Remote Start Ready
Remote Start Takeover
SmartStart
Tach / RPM Output
403.FORD12
v2.07
2020 Ford Escape (Smart Key)
THFOD2 Compatible
(Sold Separately)

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  • Page 1 403.FORD12 v2.07 2020 Ford Escape (Smart Key) THFOD2 Compatible (Sold Separately) Functions compatible with the 2020 Ford Escape (Smart Key) *Telematics features: The telematics features listed below (with an asterisk) ONLY apply when using SmartStart Pro. * Odometer Fuel level/EV battery level Brake Status (foot brake) Ignition Status Control of aftermarket alarm with OEM remote...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction Pre-installation and application warnings Installation Wiring diagram with T-Harness (THFOD2) Wiring diagram Locating components in the vehicle Vehicle connections Module programming Key vehicles Push-to-Start (PTS) vehicles Module programming for convenience only (skip transponder) Connecting the module LED diagnostics and troubleshooting Soft reset Hard reset Feature programming...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    This module can only be flashed and configured using DirectLink at www.directechs.com or using the Directechs Mobile application for smartphones. Refer to “Connecting the module” for more information. 403.FORD12 2.07 2020 Ford Escape (Smart Key) ©2023 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 4: Pre-Installation And Application Warnings

    [2] Optional parking lights: They will flash when locked/unlocked, and stay ON during remote start runtime. They are only required for visual confirmation in the event of a remote start failure. 403.FORD12 2.07 2020 Ford Escape (Smart Key) ©2023 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 5: Wiring Diagram With T-Harness (Thfod2)

    3 x 1A Diodes (+) Parking Lights Output (+) 12V Input (+) 12V (+) Ignition Status Output: Gray/Black: 7 (+) Ignition Status Input Hood Pin (-) Hood Input (-) Ground 403.FORD12 2.07 2020 Ford Escape (Smart Key) ©2023 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 6: Wiring Diagram

    HS CAN 3 High: Tan/Black: 3 HS CAN 3: Low: Tan: 4 HS CAN 1 High: Orange/Green: 5 HS CAN 1 Low: Orange/Brown: 6 (+) Ignition Status Output: Gray/Black: 7 403.FORD12 2.07 2020 Ford Escape (Smart Key) ©2023 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 7: Locating Components In The Vehicle

    Locating components in the vehicle 403.FORD12 2.07 2020 Ford Escape (Smart Key) ©2023 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 8: Vehicle Connections

    Remote Starter Input 10-pin black connector (H3) Module Connects To Conn./Pin Color Description Wire Location (+/-) Wire Color H3/1 Green (-) W2W Only - Lock Input Remote Starter 403.FORD12 2.07 2020 Ford Escape (Smart Key) ©2023 Directed. All rights reserved.
  • Page 9 BCM in passenger footwell, gray 72 pin plug (F), pin 53 (LR); pin 48 Violet/Green (LR); White/Orange (RR) (RR) Second 12 Volts Gateway Module on OBD-Data Link Connector, black 24 pin plug, Brown/Red (7.5A) pin 24 403.FORD12 2.07 2020 Ford Escape (Smart Key) ©2023 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 10: Module Programming

    The LED will flash green then stay ON green for 3 seconds, then turn OFF. Turn the ignition OFF and remove the key from the ignition barrel. You have successfully completed the module programming sequence. 403.FORD12 2.07 2020 Ford Escape (Smart Key) ©2023 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 11: Push-To-Start (Pts) Vehicles

    The LED will flash green then stay solid green for 3 seconds and then turn OFF. Press the PTS button once (1) more to turn the ignition OFF. You have successfully completed the module programming sequence. 403.FORD12 2.07 2020 Ford Escape (Smart Key) ©2023 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 12: Module Programming For Convenience Only (Skip Transponder)

    Release x5 Key IN START Turn ignition ON and wait until the LED turns OFF. Key OUT Turn ignition OFF. START You have successfully completed the module programming sequence. 403.FORD12 2.07 2020 Ford Escape (Smart Key) ©2023 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 13: Connecting The Module

    (12-pin) (D2D) (10-pin) (14-pin) W2W installation If required: Connect the 10-pin and 12-pin harnesses to the module, then connect the 14-pin harness to the module. (12-pin) (10-pin) (14-pin) 403.FORD12 2.07 2020 Ford Escape (Smart Key) ©2023 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 14: Led Diagnostics And Troubleshooting

    External Module Synchronization Description Troubleshooting OBDII feature not supported. The diagnostic data bus was not detected, therefore the SmartStart features will be limited. (Flashes red, red, then orange) x 10 403.FORD12 2.07 2020 Ford Escape (Smart Key) ©2023 Directed. All rights reserved.
  • Page 15 The smart key was not detected, which prevents the system from shutting down the vehicle. Flashes red x 3 Speed was detected. The vehicle was detected as moving, which prevents the system from shutting it down. Flashes red x 4 403.FORD12 2.07 2020 Ford Escape (Smart Key) ©2023 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 16: Soft Reset

    Wait 3 seconds until the LED turns ON solid orange, and wait 10 more seconds until the LED starts & to flash orange and red. Solid Flashes Release the programming button. The LED turns ON solid red. & Solid Release 403.FORD12 2.07 2020 Ford Escape (Smart Key) ©2023 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 17: Feature Programming

    To exit feature programming, press and hold the programming button for 3 seconds or ensure there is no activity on the interface for 30 seconds. The LED will turn ON orange for 2 seconds to confirm the end of the programming sequence. 403.FORD12 2.07 2020 Ford Escape (Smart Key) ©2023 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 18: Feature And Option List

    Module is connected to an XL202 using an RSR or RXT installation (when available). 3. SmartStart Module is connected to SmartStart using an RSR or RXT installation (when available). 403.FORD12 2.07 2020 Ford Escape (Smart Key) ©2023 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 19: Limited One Year Consumer Warranty

    This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. VOXX DEI LLC, 2351 J. Lawson Blvd., Orlando, Florida 32824 403.FORD12 2.07 2020 Ford Escape (Smart Key) ©2023 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 20: Quick Reference Guide (Customer Copy)

    * Icon and remote appearance may differ depending on the model purchased. * Press & hold for 5 seconds to activate the trunk release (optional). * Icon and remote appearance may differ depending on the model purchased. 403.FORD12 2.07 2020 Ford Escape (Smart Key) ©2023 Directed. All rights reserved.
  • Page 21 Notes 403.FORD12 2.07 2020 Ford Escape (Smart Key) ©2023 Directed. All rights reserved.

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