2022 Ford Escape Owners Manual - MyKey™

MyKey™

What Is MyKey

MyKey allows you to program keys with restricted driving modes to promote good driving habits.

Non-Configurable MyKey Settings

Seatbelt Reminder or Belt-Minder™

MyKey mutes the audio system until the front seat passengers buckle the front seat belts.

Note:   If your vehicle includes an AM/FM radio or a very basic audio system, then the radio may not mute.

Satellite Radio (If Equipped)

Some Satellite radio channels have restricted access to adult radio content.

Early Low Fuel

The low fuel level warning lamp turns on earlier.

Driving and Parking Aids

You cannot configure settings for parking aids, blind spot information system, and cross traffic alert. These systems turn on when the vehicle turns on, and you cannot switch them off with a MyKey.

You cannot configure settings for pre-collision assist and lane keeping. These systems turn on when the vehicle turns on, but you can switch them off with a MyKey.

A new destination in the navigation system can only be set using voice commands when using a MyKey, and with your vehicle moving.

Note:   MyKey drivers may be able to switch the lane departure warning feature off, but this feature turns back on automatically with every new key cycle.

Configurable MyKey Settings

You can configure the following settings after creating a MyKey.   See   Creating a MyKey - Vehicles With: Flip Key. 

Speed Limit

WARNING:  Do not set MyKey maximum speed limit to a limit that will prevent the driver from maintaining a safe speed considering posted speed limits and prevailing road conditions. The driver is always responsible to drive in accordance with local laws and prevailing conditions. Failure to do so could result in accident or injury.

You can set a speed limit for your vehicle. Warning messages appear on the touchscreen and a tone sounds if your vehicle reaches the set speed. You cannot override the set speed when using a MyKey.

Speed Minder

You can set a speed reminder for your vehicle. Warning messages appear on the touchscreen and a tone sounds if your vehicle exceeds the set speed.

Audio System Volume Limit

The audio system maximum volume reduces. A message appears on the touchscreen if you attempt to exceed the volume limit. Automatic volume control turns off.

Emergency Assistance

If you set emergency assistance to always on, you cannot switch it off with a MyKey.

Do Not Disturb

If you set do not disturb to always on, you cannot switch it off with a MyKey.

Note:   If a phone is connected using Apple CarPlay or Android Auto while driving with a MyKey, the driver can receive phone calls and text messages even if the do not disturb restriction is on. And if the vehicle comes with satellite radio, there is no restriction on the adult content.

Traction and Stability Control

If you set traction control or stability control to always on, you cannot switch it off with a MyKey.

Creating a MyKey - Vehicles With: Push Button Start

1. Remove the mat covering the backup location.

1. Remove the key blade from the transmitter.

1. Place the passive key in the position shown, with the buttons facing upward.

1. Switch the ignition on.

1. Using your touchscreen, press Menu.

1. Press Settings.

1. Press Vehicle.

1. Press MyKey.

1. Press Create MyKey.

1. Press Yes if you want to create the key as MyKey. A confirmation message will appear on the screen.

1. Switch the ignition off.

Note:   We recommend that you label this key.

Creating a MyKey - Vehicles With: Flip Key

1. Switch the ignition on using an admin key.

1. Using your touchscreen select Menu.

1. Select Settings.

1. Select the Vehicle.

1. Select MyKey.

1. Select Create MyKey.

1. Press and hold the OK button until a confirmation message appears in the information display.

1. Switch the ignition off.

Note:   We recommend that you label this key.

Programming a MyKey

You can program any remote control to become a restricted MyKey, but you must leave one unmodified as an admin key.

1. Switch the vehicle on using an admin key.

1. Press Settings on the touchscreen.

1. Press Vehicle Settings.

1. Press MyKey.

1. Select and configure the settings.

Clearing All MyKeys

When you clear all MyKeys, you remove all restrictions and return all MyKeys to their original admin key status.

1. Switch the vehicle on using an admin key.

1. Press Settings on the touchscreen.

1. Press Vehicle Settings.

1. Press MyKey.

1. Press Clear All MyKeys.

1. Press Yes.

Checking MyKey System Status

You can find information about the distance traveled using a MyKey, and the number of admin keys and MyKeys created for your vehicle.

1. Switch the vehicle on.

1. Press Settings on the touchscreen.

1. Press Vehicle Settings.

1. Press MyKey.

1. Press MyKey Information.

Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems

MyKey is not compatible with unapproved, aftermarket remote start systems. If you choose to install a remote start system, see an authorized dealer for an approved remote start system.

VEHICLES WITH: PUSH BUTTON START

VEHICLES WITH: FLIP KEY

 VEHICLES WITH: PUSH BUTTON START

What is an admin key?An admin key is a key that you have not created as a MyKey.   See   Creating a MyKey - Vehicles With: Push Button Start.  Why am I not able create a MyKey?You have not placed the admin key in the backup position.   See   Creating a MyKey - Vehicles With: Push Button Start.  The key used to switch the ignition on is not an admin key. The key used to switch the ignition on is the only admin key. There has to be at least one admin key. You did not switch the ignition off after creating the last MyKey.Why am I not able to program a MyKey?The admin key is not inside your vehicle. The key used to switch the ignition on is not an admin key. You have not created any MyKeys.   See   Creating a MyKey - Vehicles With: Push Button Start.  Why am I not able to clear the MyKeys?The admin key is not inside your vehicle. The key used to switch the ignition on is not an admin key. You have not created any MyKeys.   See   Creating a MyKey - Vehicles With: Push Button Start.  Why is the MyKey distance not accumulating?The key used to start the engine is an admin key. An admin key and a MyKey are inside your vehicle. You have not created any MyKeys.   See   Creating a MyKey - Vehicles With: Push Button Start.  You have cleared the MyKeys.
  See   Clearing All MyKeys.  Why am I not able to start the engine with a MyKey?An admin key and a MyKey are inside your vehicle. The system recognizes only the admin key when both are present.

VEHICLES WITH: FLIP KEY

What is an admin key?

• An admin key is a key that you have not created as a MyKey.   See   Creating a MyKey - Vehicles With: Flip Key. 

Why am I not able to create a MyKey?

• The key used to switch the vehicle on is not an admin key.
• The key used to switch the vehicle on is the only admin key.
• There has to be at least one admin key.

Why am I not able to program a MyKey?

• The key used to switch the vehicle on is not an admin key.
• You have not created any MyKeys.   See   Creating a MyKey - Vehicles With: Flip Key. 

Why am I not able to clear the MyKeys?

• The key used to switch the vehicle on is not an admin key.
• You have not created any MyKeys.   See   Creating a MyKey - Vehicles With: Flip Key. 

Why is the MyKey distance not accumulating?

• The key used to start the vehicle is an admin key.
• You have not created any MyKeys.   See   Creating a MyKey - Vehicles With: Flip Key. 
• You have cleared the MyKeys.   See   Clearing All MyKeys.