2011 Ford Explorer Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 140

Locks and Security The transmitter allows you to: • remotely unlock the vehicle doors • remotely lock all the vehicle doors ... • remotely open the power liftgate (if equipped) • remotely start/stop the vehicle (if equipped) . Refer to Remote start later in this section. • activate the personal alarm . • arm and disarm the perimeter anti-theft system. • operate the illuminated entry feature. Refer to Intelligent access in this section for more features. The remote entry lock/unlock feature operates in any ignition position except while the vehicle is in the start position. The panic feature operates with the ignition off. If there are problems with the remote entry system, make sure to take ALL integrated keyhead transmitters or intelligent access keys with you to the authorized dealer in order to aid in troubleshooting the problem. Intelligent access (if equipped) Your intelligent access system uses a radio frequency (RF) signal to communicate with your vehicle and authorize your vehicle to unlock when commanded (either by touching the inside of the driver or front passenger exterior door handle, by activating the exterior power liftgate button, or a button on the transmitter itself). If excessive RF interference is present in the area, or if your transmitter battery is low, it may be necessary to mechanically unlock your door. The mechanical key blade in your IA key can be used to open the driver's door in this situation (refer to Intelligent access key in this chapter for more information on the location and use of the mechanical key blade). Your vehicle will allow you to unlock and enter your vehicle without actively using a key or transmitter. You can use the intelligent access feature at the front doors or at the liftgate. You can activate the intelligent access feature as long as you have one of your IA keys within range of the front doors or the liftgate. Activating intelligent access at the front doors: If your IA key is within 3 feet (1 meter) of the front doors you can activate your intelligent access system by pulling a front exterior door handle. The door(s) will automatically unlock and the door can be opened. 140 2011 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)