2018 Ford Focus ST Owners Manual - Remote Control - Vehicles With: Remote Flip Key

Remote Control - Vehicles With: Remote Flip Key

Use the key blade to start your vehicle and unlock or lock the driver door from outside your vehicle. The buttons on the key operate the remote control function.

Changing the Remote Control Battery

WARNING:  Keep batteries away from children to prevent ingestion. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death. If ingested, immediately seek medical attention.    WARNING:  If the battery compartment does not securely close, stop using the remote control and replace it as soon as possible. In the meantime, keep the remote control away from children. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.

   Make sure that you dispose of old batteries in an environmentally friendly way. Seek advice from your local authority about recycling old batteries.

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

1. Press the release button.

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

1. Press the clip down to release the battery cover.

1. Carefully remove the cover.

1. Insert a screwdriver in the position shown to release the battery.

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

1. Remove the battery.

1. Insert a new battery with the + facing upward.

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

1. Reinstall the battery cover.

Locating Your Vehicle

 Press the lock button on the key twice within three seconds. The direction indicators will flash.

Remote Control Information Messages

Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control

You can purchase replacement keys or remote controls from an authorized dealer. Authorized dealers can program remote controls for your vehicle.  See   Remote Control - Vehicles With: Keyless Entry. 

To re-program the passive anti-theft system see an authorized dealer.

Passive Key Backup Position

1. Remove the rubber mat.

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