Ford Automobile User Manual page 74

ENGINE IMMOBILISATION
SYSTEM
The engine immobilisation system
is a theft protection feature which
prevents the engine from being
started with an incorrectly coded
key.
Coded keys
Your vehicle is supplied with coded
keys.
Replacement keys must be recoded
together with your other keys.
Locks (security)
Automatic arming
The system is armed after switching
off the ignition. The Engine
immobilisation system indicator
light in the instrument cluster will
flash.
Automatic disarming
Switching on the ignition disarms
the system if the correct code is
recognised. The indicator light in
the instrument cluster illuminates
for approximately 3 seconds and
then extinguishes.
If the indicator light stays
illuminated or begins to flash
rapidly, the system remains armed
and the engine does not start.
Remove the key and try again.
If the engine does not start, a
system malfunction has occurred.
Have the system checked by an
expert immediately.
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