2022 Ford Escape Owners Manual - Keyless Entry (If Equipped)

Keyless Entry (If Equipped)

Locating the Keyless Entry Keypad

The keypad is near the driver window and illuminates when you touch it.

You can use the keypad to:

• Lock or unlock the doors and liftgate.
• Program and erase user codes.
• Arm and disarm the anti-theft alarm.

Keyless Entry Limitations

Make sure your remote control is within 3 ft (1 m) from the front door handles and the tailgate.

The system could not function if:

• The remote control remains stationary for about a minute.
• The vehicle battery has no charge.
• The remote control battery has no charge.
• There is interference causing issues with the remote control frequencies.
• The remote control is too close to metal objects or electronic devices, for example keys or a cell phone.

 What Is the Master Access Code

The master access code is a factory-set five-digit entry code. You can operate the keypad with the master access code at any time. The master access code is on the owner’s wallet card in the glove box and is available from an authorized dealer.

Displaying the Master Access Code

To display the factory-set code in the information display:

1. Remove the rubber mat.

1. Insert the first programmed key in the backup slot.

1. Press the push button ignition switch once and wait a few seconds.

1. Press the push button ignition switch again and remove the key.

1. Within 10 seconds, place a second programmed intelligent access key in the backup slot and press the push button ignition switch.

The factory-set code appears in the information display for a few seconds.

Note:   You need to have two programmed intelligent access keys for this procedure.

Note:   The code may not display until after any other warning messages first display.

Switching Keyless Entry On and Off

1. Switch the ignition on using an original key that has not been created as a MyKey.

1. Press Settings on the touchscreen.

1. Press Vehicle Settings.

1. Press Locks.

Reprogramming the Unlocking Function

You can enable two-stage unlocking function allowing you to unlock only the driver door when you touch the unlock sensor.

Press and hold both the lock and unlock buttons on the remote control for four seconds to disable or enable two-stage unlocking.

If you program the unlocking function so that only the driver door unlocks, you can unlock all of the other doors from inside your vehicle using the power door lock control. You can unlock individual doors by pulling the interior door handles on those doors.

Creating Personal Access Codes

To create your own personal access code:

1. Enter the factory-set code.

1. Press 1·2 on the keypad within five seconds.

1. Enter your personal five-digit code.

1. Press 1·2 on the keypad to save personal code one.

The doors lock then unlock to confirm that programming was successful.

To program additional personal access codes, repeat Steps 1-3, then for Step 4:

• Press 3·4 to save personal code two.
• Press 5·6 to save personal code three.
• Press 7·8 to save personal code four.
• Press 9·0 to save personal code five.

Hints:

• Do not set a code that uses five of the same number.
• Do not use five numbers in sequential order.
• The factory-set code works even if you have set your own personal code.

Clearing All Personal Access Codes

1. Enter the factory-set five-digit code.

1. Press and release 1·2 on the keypad within five seconds.

1. Press and hold 1·2 for a few seconds. This must be done within five seconds of completing Step 2.

All personal codes erase and only the factory-set five-digit code works.

UNLOCKING THE DOORS - VEHICLES WITH: KEYLESS ENTRY AND PUSH BUTTON START

With your intelligent access key within 3 ft (1 m) of your vehicle, touch the unlock sensor on the back of the door handle for a brief period and then pull on the door handle to unlock, being careful to not touch the lock sensor at the same time or pulling the door handle too quickly. The intelligent access system requires a brief delay to authenticate your intelligent access key.

UNLOCKING THE DOORS - VEHICLES WITH: KEYPAD

Enter the factory-set five-digit code or your personal code. You must press each number within five seconds of each other.

• Press 3-4 within five seconds to unlock all doors.
• Press 5-6 within five seconds to release or open the tailgate, if available.

LOCKING THE DOORS - VEHICLES WITH: KEYLESS ENTRY AND PUSH BUTTON START

With your intelligent access key within 3 ft (1 m) of your vehicle, touch the outer door handle lock sensor for approximately one second to lock, being careful to not touch the unlock sensor on the back of the door handle at the same time. After locking, you can immediately pull on the door handle to confirm locking occurred without inadvertently unlocking.

LOCKING THE DOORS - VEHICLES WITH: KEYPAD

Press and hold 7·8 and 9·0 at the same time with the driver door closed.

Note:   You do not need to enter the five digit code first.

KEYLESS ENTRY – FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Why does the keypad not accept the access code?

• If you enter the access code too fast on the keypad, the unlock function may not work. Slowly re-enter the access code.

Why does the passive key not work?

• The system deactivates passive keys left inside your vehicle when you lock it. You cannot switch the ignition on using a deactivated passive key. Press the unlock button on the remote control to reactivate a passive key.

Why does the keypad not function?

• The keypad goes into an anti-scan mode if you enter a wrong code seven times. The anti-scan mode disables the keypad for one minute and the red light flashes.