2018 Ford F-350 Owners Manual - Keys and Remote Controls

Keys and Remote Controls

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Note: Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. The term "IC:" before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.

The typical operating range for your transmitter is approximately 33 ft (10 m). Vehicles with the remote start feature will have a greater range. One of the following could cause a decrease in operating range:

Weather conditions.

Nearby radio towers.

Structures around the vehicle.

Other vehicles parked next to your vehicle.

Other short-distance radio transmitters, such as amateur radios, medical equipment, wireless headphones, remote controls and alarm systems may operate on the same frequency as your remote control. If other transmitters are operating on those frequencies, you may not be able to use your remote control. Using your remote control near some types of electronic equipment, such as USB devices, computers or cell phones can interfere with remote operation. Operating your remote control near metal or metallic-finished purses, bags or clothing can interfere with remote operation. You can lock and unlock the doors with the key.

Note: Make sure to lock your vehicle before leaving it unattended.

Note: If you are in range, the remote control still operates if you press any button unintentionally.

The system uses a radio frequency signal to communicate with your vehicle and authorize your vehicle to unlock when one of the following conditions are met:

You touch the inside of the front exterior door handle within 3 ft (1 m) proximity of an intelligent access key.

You press the tailgate release button.

You press a button on the remote control.

If excessive radio frequency interference is present in the area or if the remote control battery is low, you may need to mechanically unlock your door. You can use the mechanical key blade in your intelligent access key to open the driver door in this situation. See Remote Control (page 56).

Integrated Keyhead Transmitter(If Equipped)

Use the key blade to start your vehicle and unlock or lock the driver door from outside your vehicle. The integrated keyhead transmitter functions as a programmed ignition key that operates all the locks and starts your vehicle, as well as a remote control.

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Press the button to release the key blade. Press and hold the button to fold the key blade back in when not in use.

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Note: Your vehicle keys came with a security label that provides important key cut information. Keep the label in a safe place for future reference.

Note: You may not be able to shift out of park (P) unless the intelligent access key is inside your vehicle.

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The intelligent access keys operate the power locks and the remote start system. The key must be in your vehicle to use the push button start.

The intelligent access key also contains a removable key blade that you can use to unlock your vehicle.

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A message appears in the information display when the remote control battery is low. See General Information (page 113).

The remote control uses one coin-type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent.

Press the button to release the key blade before beginning the procedure.

Press the release button and pull the key blade out.

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Note: Your vehicle keys came with a security label that provides important key cut information. Keep the label in a safe place for future reference.

Note: Refer to local regulations when disposing of transmitter batteries.

Note: Do not wipe off any grease on the battery terminals or on the back surface of the circuit board.

Note: Replacing the battery does not erase the programmed key from your vehicle. The transmitter should operate normally.

Insert a suitable tool, for example a screwdriver, in the position shown and gently push the clip.

Press the clip down to release the battery cover.

Carefully remove the cover.

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Note: Do not touch the battery contacts or the printed circuit board with the screwdriver.

Insert a suitable tool, for example a screwdriver, in the position shown to release the battery.

Press the release button and pull the key blade out.

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Remove the battery.

Insert a new battery with the + facing upward.

Reinstall the battery housing cover onto the transmitter.

The remote control uses one coin-type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent.

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Twist a thin coin under the tab hidden behind the key blade head to remove the battery cover.

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Insert a suitable tool, for example a screwdriver, in the position shown and carefully remove the battery.

Insert a new battery with the + facing upward.

Reinstall the battery housing cover onto the transmitter and install the key blade.

You can use the remote control to recall memory positions.

Press the unlock button on a linked remote control to recall memory positions. If you enable the easy entry and exit feature, the seat moves to the easy entry position. The seat moves to the driver memory position when you switch the ignition on.

See Memory Function (page 159).

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Press the button twice within three seconds. A tone sounds and the direction indicators

flash. We recommend you use this method to locate your vehicle, rather than using the panic alarm.

Press the button to sound the panic alarm. Press the button again or switch the ignition on to

turn it off.

Note: The panic alarm only operates when the ignition is off.

Remote Start (If Equipped)

To avoid exhaust fumes, do not use remote start if your vehicle is parked indoors or in areas that are not well

ventilated.

Note: Do not use remote start if your fuel level is low.

The remote start button is on the transmitter.

This feature allows you to start your vehicle from the outside. The transmitter has an extended operating range.

You can configure vehicles with automatic climate control to turn on the automatic climate control when you remote start your vehicle. See Automatic Climate Control (page 147). A manual climate control system runs at the setting you set it to when you switched your vehicle off.

Many states and provinces restrict the use of remote start. Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements regarding remote start systems.

The remote start system does not work if any of the following occur:

The ignition is on.

The anti-theft alarm triggers.

You switch off the feature.

The hood is open.

The transmission is not in park (P).

The battery voltage is below the minimum operating voltage.

The service engine soon light is on.

An LED on the remote control provides status feedback of remote start or stop commands.

Note: You must press each button within three seconds of each other.

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The label on your transmitter details the starting procedure.

To remote start your vehicle:

Press the lock button.

Press the remote start button twice. The exterior lamps flash twice.

The horn sounds if the system fails to start, unless quiet start is on. Quiet start runs the blower fan at a slower speed to reduce noise. You can switch it on or off in the information display. See General Information (page 113).

Note: If you do not follow this sequence, your vehicle does not start remotely, the direction indicators do not flash twice and the horn does not sound.

Note: If you remote start your vehicle with an integrated keyhead transmitter, you must switch on the ignition before driving your vehicle. If you remote start your vehicle with an intelligent access transmitter, you must press the push button ignition switch on the instrument panel once while applying the brake pedal before driving your vehicle.

The power windows do not work during remote start and the radio does not turn on automatically.

The parking lamps remain on and your vehicle runs for 5, 10 or 15 minutes depending on the setting.

To extend the engine running time duration of your vehicle during remote start, repeat steps 1 and 2 while the engine is running. If the duration is set to 10 minutes, the duration extends by another 10 minutes. For example, if your vehicle had been running from the first remote start for 5 minutes, your vehicle continues to run now for a total of 20 minutes. You can extend the remote start up to a maximum of 35 minutes.

Wait at least five seconds before remote starting after the engine stops running.

Press the button once. The parking lamps turn off.

You may have to be closer to the vehicle than when starting due to ground reflection and the added noise of the running vehicle.

You can turn the remote start system on or off using the information display. See General Information (page 113).

Replacement keys or remote controls can be purchased from an authorized dealer. Authorized dealers can program remote controls for your vehicle. See Passive Anti-Theft System (page 76).

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