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2018 Ford Focus Owners Manual - Security



Security

Note: The system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in engine starting problems and a loss of security protection.

Note: Metallic objects, electronic devices or a second coded key on the same key chain may result in vehicle starting problems, especially if they are too close to the key when starting your vehicle. Prevent these objects from touching the coded key when starting your vehicle. If your vehicle fails to start, switch the ignition off, move all objects on the key chain away from the key and start your vehicle.

Note: Do not leave a duplicate coded key in your vehicle. Always take your keys and lock all doors when leaving your vehicle.

The system helps prevent the engine from starting unless you use a coded key programmed to your vehicle. A message may appear in the information display.

If your vehicle fails to start, the system may have a fault. Contact an authorized dealer. A message may appear in the information display.

The system arms when you switch the ignition off.

The system disarms when you switch the ignition on with a coded key.

Note: Your vehicle comes with two keys.

The intelligent access key functions as a programmed key that operates the driver door lock and turns on the intelligent access with push button start system, as well as a remote control.

If your intelligent access keys are lost or stolen and you do not have an extra coded key, you need to have your vehicle towed to an authorized dealer. You need to erase the key codes from your vehicle and program new coded keys.

Store a spare intelligent access key away from your vehicle in a safe place. Contact an authorized dealer to purchase additional spare or replacement keys.

You can program your own integrated keyhead transmitter or standard SecuriLock coded keys to your vehicle. This procedure will program both the vehicle immobilizer keycode and the remote entry portion of the remote control to your vehicle.

Only use integrated keyhead transmitters or standard SecuriLock keys.

You must have two previously programmed coded keys and the new unprogrammed key readily accessible. Contact an authorized dealer to have the spare key programmed if two previously programmed keys are not available.

Make sure that the ignition is switched off before beginning this procedure. Carry out all steps within 30 seconds of starting the sequence. Stop and wait for at least one minute before starting again if you carry out any steps out of sequence.

Note: You can program a maximum of eight coded keys to your vehicle. All eight can be integrated keyhead transmitters.

Read and understand the entire procedure before you begin.

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    Insert the first previously programmed coded key into the ignition.
    Switch the ignition from off to on. Keep the ignition on for at least 3 seconds, but no more than 10 seconds.
    Switch the ignition off and remove the first coded key from the ignition.
    After at least 3 seconds but within 10 seconds of switching the ignition off, insert the second previously coded key into the ignition.
    Switch the ignition from off to on. Keep the ignition on for at least 3 seconds, but no more than 10 seconds.
    Switch the ignition off and remove the second previously programmed coded key from the ignition.
    After at least 3 seconds but within 10 seconds of switching the ignition off and removing the previously programmed coded key, insert the new unprogrammed key into the ignition.
    Switch the ignition from off to on. Keep the ignition on for at least six seconds.
    Remove the newly programmed coded key from the ignition.

If you have successfully programmed the coded key, it will start your vehicle and operate the remote entry system.

If programming was unsuccessful, wait 10 seconds and repeat Steps 1 through 8. If programming remains unsuccessful, have your vehicle checked by an authorized dealer.

Wait 20 seconds and repeat Steps 1 through 9 to program an additional key.

You must have two previously programmed coded keys and the new unprogrammed key readily accessible. Contact an authorized dealer to have the spare key programmed if two previously programmed keys are not available.

Make sure that the ignition is switched off before beginning this procedure. Make sure that you close all the doors before beginning and that they remain closed throughout the procedure. Carry out all steps within 30 seconds of starting the sequence. Stop and wait for at least one minute before starting again if you carry out any steps out of sequence.

Note: You can program a maximum of eight intelligent access keys to your vehicle.

Read and understand the entire procedure before you begin.

    Open the floor console storage compartment lid.
    Remove the tray.

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    Place the first programmed intelligent access key flat on the symbol at the bottom of the floor console storage compartment.
    Press the push button ignition switch.
    Wait five seconds and then press the push button ignition switch again.
    Remove the intelligent access key.
    Within 10 seconds, place a second programmed intelligent access key flat on the symbol.
    Press the push button ignition switch.
    Wait five seconds and then press the push button ignition switch again.
    Remove the intelligent access key.
    Within 10 seconds, place the unprogrammed intelligent access key flat on the symbol.
    Press the push button ignition switch.

Programming is now complete. Check that the remote control functions operate and your vehicle starts with the new intelligent access key.

If programming was unsuccessful, wait 10 seconds and repeat Steps 1 through 12. If programming remains unsuccessful, have your vehicle checked by an authorized dealer.

The system will warn you of an unauthorized entry to your vehicle. It will be triggered if any door, the luggage compartment or the hood is opened without using the key, remote control or keyless entry keypad.

The direction indicators will flash and the horn will sound if unauthorized entry is attempted while the alarm is armed.

Take all remote controls to an authorized dealer if there is any potential alarm problem with your vehicle.

The alarm is ready to arm when there is not a key in your vehicle. Electronically lock your vehicle to arm the alarm.

Disarm the alarm by any of the following actions:

    Unlock the doors or luggage compartment with the remote control or keyless entry keypad.
    Switch your vehicle on or start your vehicle.
    Use a key in the driver door to unlock your vehicle, then switch your vehicle on within 12 seconds.

Note: Pressing the panic button on the remote control will stop the horn and signal indicators, but will not disarm the system.

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