2012 Ford Explorer Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 131

Locks and Security Troubleshooting Potential Causes • Key in the ignition is already a MyKey௡. • Key in the ignition is the last remaining admin key (there always has to be at least one admin key). • Intelligent access key (if equipped) is not in the backup slot (for vehicles with push button start). • SecuriLock௡ passive anti-theft system is disabled or in unlimited mode. • Vehicle has been started using a non Ford-approved remote start system that is programmed as MyKey௡. Refer to Using MyKey௡ with remote start systems section. Cannot program the • Key in the ignition is a MyKey௡. MyKey௡ optional • No MyKeys௡ are programmed to the settings vehicle. Refer to Create a MyKey௡ section. • Vehicle has been started using a non Ford-approved remote start system that is programmed as MyKey௡. Refer to Using MyKey௡ with remote start systems section. Cannot clear MyKey௡ • Key in the ignition is a MyKey௡ . • No MyKeys௡ are programmed to the vehicle. Refer to Create a MyKey௡ section. • Vehicle has been started using a non Ford-approved remote start system that is programmed as MyKey௡. Refer to Using MyKey௡ with remote start systems section. Lost the only admin key • Purchase a new key from your authorized dealer. Lost any key • For programming spare keys, refer to the Programming spare keys section in this chapter. Condition Can't create a MyKey௡ 131 2012 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)