Mykey

MyKey(TM) Programming

Program a MyKey(TM)

NOTE: The MyKey(TM) feature is applicable to both key types, the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT) and the Intelligent Access (IA) key.

NOTE: After a MyKey(TM) has been programmed, the remaining standard key(s) (the key[s] that is not programmed with the MyKey(TM) feature) is referred to as an "administrator key(s)" or "admin" key(s). There must always be at least one admin key. The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) does not allow the last admin key to be programmed into a MyKey(TM) restricted key. Both the admin key and the MyKey(TM) restricted key can be used to see how many admin keys and MyKey(TM) restricted keys are programmed to the vehicle, and how many total miles have been driven with the MyKey(TM) feature active (using the message center). The MyKey(TM) is the one with the restricted status. The admin key does not have any restrictions.

NOTE: The MyKey(TM) feature can be cleared within the same ignition cycle that it was programmed. Follow the Disable MyKey(TM) Restricted Features procedure to clear the key of any restricted MyKey(TM) status. If the ignition has been cycled, an admin key is required to disable the MyKey(TM) programming.

NOTE: The MyKey(TM) feature can only be configured or disabled with an admin key.

NOTE: The MyKey(TM) feature allows you to program/configure a restricted driving mode on one (or more) standard key(s) supplied with the vehicle or any (Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS)) programmed spare key(s) to promote good driving habits. All but one of the keys that are programmed to the vehicle can be programmed to a MyKey(TM) restricted key status. The MyKey(TM) is a restricted key for consecutive key cycles until the MyKey(TM) feature is disabled. When the MyKey(TM) feature is programmed, several features are modified/or can be modified:

NOTE: The standard restricted features below cannot be configured in any way.
Standard Restricted Features
- Belt-Minder(R) chimes periodically with the audio system muted until the driver safety belt is buckled. If Belt-Minder(R) has been disabled when the admin key is in the ignition lock cylinder, Belt-Minder(R) still functions for the MyKey(TM) driver. Belt-Minder(R) cannot be disabled by the MyKey(TM) driver.
- Audible (chime) and visual (message center message) low fuel warnings are issued when the Distance To Empty (DTE) value is reached (typically 75 miles).
- The parking aid system (if equipped) and forward collision warning (if equipped) cannot be turned off.

NOTE: The optional restricted features below can be configured to the customer preferences. Refer to Configuring MyKey(TM) Optional Restricted Features.
Optional Restricted Features
- If configured, the audio system limits the volume to 45% of the maximum volume. The message MYKEY VOLUME LIMITED is displayed if an attempt is made to exceed the volume limit of 45%.
- If configured, vehicle maximum speed can be limited to 130 km/h (80 mph). Audible (chime) and visual (message center message) warnings are issued when the vehicle speed of 130 km/h (80 mph) is attained. The PCM automatically limits the vehicle speed to not exceed 130 km/h (80 mph).
- If configured, audible (chime) and visual (message center message) warnings are issued when the preselected vehicle speed of 75, or 90 or 105 km/h (45, or 55 or 65 mph) is attained.
- If configured, the AdvanceTrac(R) always on feature can be configured to on or off. If configured to always on, the traction control cannot be disabled by the MyKey(TM) driver when a MyKey(TM) is being used to operate the vehicle.

NOTE: If you are programming or configuring a MyKey(TM), but then decide you want to clear the key instead, do not turn the ignition to the OFF position. Follow the Disable MyKey(TM) Restricted Features procedure to clear the key of any restricted MyKey(TM) status. If necessary, refer to Information and Message Center in the Description and Operation portion of Instrument Panel, Gauges and Warning Indicators for MyKey(TM) system checks and system warnings displays.

1. NOTE: The key that is being programmed with the MyKey(TM) feature must first already be programmed into the Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS).

For vehicles with IKT, insert a programmed PATS ignition key (can be an Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT) key or a standard PATS key) into the ignition lock cylinder and turn the key from the OFF position to the ON position. This key must be the one that is being programmed to the MyKey(TM) restricted status.
For vehicles with IA, insert a programmed IA key into the backup transceiver slot and turn the ignition ON. This IA key must be the one that is being programmed to the MyKey(TM) restricted status. Make sure the transmitter buttons are facing rearward and the key ring is up for the best backup transceiver operation.

2. Using the message center buttons:

1. Press the SETUP button until PRESS RESET TO CREATE MYKEY appears in the message center display.

2. Press and release the RESET button. HOLD RESET TO CONFIRM MYKEY is displayed.

3. Press and hold the RESET button (for approximately 2 seconds) until MARK THIS KEY AS RESTRICTED is displayed.

4. Wait until KEY RESTRICTED AT NEXT START is displayed, then release the RESET button.

3. The MyKey(TM) feature (standard restricted features) is successfully programmed into this particular key. Make sure it is labeled for easy identification. If you would like to customize the MyKey(TM) with the audio volume limited, maximum speed limit, speed alert chimes, and AdvanceTrac(R) on/off restrictions, refer to Configuring MyKey(TM) Optional Restricted Features.
- If the vehicle is equipped with remote start, also refer to Using MyKey(TM) with Remote Start Systems.

Configuring MyKey(TM) Optional Restricted Features

NOTE: If configuring an IA key, make sure only the admin key is inside the vehicle. It does not need to be in the backup transceiver slot.

NOTE: The following features can be restricted on a MyKey(TM):
- audio volume level set to a pre-determined level (45% of the maximum volume)
- maximum speed limit of 130 km/h (80 mph) on or off
- speed alert chimes set for 75, or 90 or 105 km/h (45, or 55 or 65 mph)
- AdvanceTrac(R) always on feature turned on or off

1. NOTE: If you are programming or configuring a MyKey(TM), but then decide you want to clear the key instead, do not turn the ignition to the OFF position. Follow the Disable MyKey(TM) Restricted Features procedure to clear the key of any restricted MyKey(TM) status. If necessary, refer to Information and Message Center in the Description and Operation portion of Instrument Panel, Gauges and Warning Indicators for MyKey(TM) system checks and system warnings displays.

To configure the MyKey(TM) optional restricted features listed directly above, carry out the following:

1. Using an admin key that has not been programmed as a MyKey(TM), turn the ignition ON.
If the vehicle has the IA system, a (PATS) programmed IA key only needs to be inside the vehicle. It does not need to be in the backup transceiver slot.

2. Press and hold the SETUP button until RESET FOR MYKEY SETUP is displayed.

3. Press and release the RESET button to display the MyKey(TM) setup menus. The first programmable feature is: MYKEY MAX MPH [80 MPH] OFF.
- If you do not want to change the status of a feature that appears, press SETUP to accept the current setting and the message center displays the next feature.

- If you want to change the status of the feature that is displayed, press RESET to turn a feature on/off (or toggle between choices). After the feature selection has been made, press and release SETUP to accept and the message center displays the next feature.

4. Repeat the process for the next features of:
- MYKEY MPH TONES 45 55 65 [OFF] (choose the desired speed for the chime to sound)

- MYKEY VOLUME LIMIT [ON] OFF (choose the audio volume to be limited to 45%)

- MYKEY ADVTRAC CTRL ON [OFF] (choose for the AdvanceTrac(R) to be automatically locked on or able to be turned on or off by the MyKey(TM) driver)

Disable MyKey(TM) Restricted Features

NOTE: If disabling an IA key, make sure only the admin key is inside the vehicle. It does not need to be in the backup transceiver slot.

1. NOTE: This procedure is used to disable the MyKey(TM) feature on all of the keys that are programmed to the vehicle. All of the keys then operate as normal (admin) keys with no restrictions.

Using an admin key, turn the ignition ON.

If the vehicle has the IA system, a (PATS) programmed IA key only needs to be inside the vehicle. It does not need to be in the backup transceiver slot.

2. Press SETUP until PRESS RESET TO CLEAR MYKEY appears.

3. Press and hold RESET until HOLD RESET TO CONFIRM CLEAR and ALL KEYS ARE CLEARED is displayed.
- A MyKey(TM) can also be cleared during the same key cycle that it was programmed by following Steps 2 and 3 of this procedure.

Check MyKey(TM) System Status

1. The vehicle system check provides the status of the following MyKey(TM) parameters:
- MYKEY DISTANCE - This odometer only tracks mileage when a MyKey(TM) is used. If mileage does not accumulate, the intended MyKey(TM) is not being used or the IPC is at fault. The only way to reset this odometer to zero is by disabling the MyKey(TM). If this odometer is lower than the last time it was checked, the MyKey(TM) system has been cleared. If desired, it may be necessary to program the MyKey(TM) restricted features into the key.

- # MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED - Indicates how many MyKeys(TM) are programmed to the vehicle. It can also be used to determine if a MyKey(TM) has been disabled.

- # ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED - Indicates how many admin keys are programmed to the vehicle. It can also be used to determine if an additional spare key has been programmed to the vehicle.

Using MyKey(TM) with Remote Start System

NOTE: The # MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED or the # ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED messages that may be displayed in the message center includes the remote start system as an additional key in the total count, depending on whether or not it was programmed as a MyKey(TM). Refer to the Check MyKey(TM) System Status to determine if this is the case.

NOTE: The MyKey(TM) system is not compatible with non-Ford approved aftermarket remote start systems. If a Ford approved remote start system is installed on the vehicle and it is started using the remote start, the vehicle stalls if a door is opened or if the vehicle is shifted into gear. The driver must insert their key into the ignition lock cylinder, cycle the ignition to ON (for IA vehicles, the IA key must be inside the vehicle and the ignition must be turned ON) and drive the vehicle with the MyKey(TM) restrictions that are programmed into their MyKey(TM). If the remote start system is a non-Ford approved system, the vehicle may not stall when a door is opened or the vehicle is shifted into gear. If the remote start system has not been programmed as a MyKey(TM) and the driver is a MyKey(TM) driver, the driver could possibly drive the vehicle using the remote start system as an admin key with no MyKey(TM) restrictions. To resolve this incompatibility, it is necessary to either recycle the MyKey(TM) before the vehicle is driven or program the non-Ford approved remote start system as a MyKey(TM).

NOTE: For vehicles with a remote start system installed, it is possible to program all of the keys as MyKeys(TM), with the remote start system being the lone remaining admin key. In this particular case, it may be necessary to use the remote start system to clear all MyKeys(TM) and turn them into admin keys. In order to do this, carry out the following procedure:
- Enter the vehicle and close all doors.
- Remote start the vehicle using the remote start fob.
- Follow Steps 1-3 of the Disable MyKey(TM) Restricted Features procedure.

1. NOTE: If the vehicle has the IA system, it is not possible to program the remote start system as a MyKey(TM) restricted key. The remote start fob is always an admin key. When the vehicle is started using the remote start, the system stalls the engine when either the vehicle is entered or is shifted into gear. Previous to the engine stall, the vehicle has administrative privileges. When the vehicle is re-started, the vehicle identifies if the driver is an admin or a MyKey(TM) driver depending on the actual settings of the key being used to start the vehiicle.

When using a Ford approved remote start system, the standard restricted features recognize the remote start system as an additional admin key. If the remote start system is not Ford approved, it may not operate correctly. If a Ford approved remote start system is installed on the vehicle, the remote start system can be programmed as a MyKey(TM), in addition to the key that is also programmed as a MyKey(TM). To program the remote start system as a MyKey(TM), follow the steps below:

1. Enter the vehicle and close all doors.

2. Remote start the vehicle using a remote start fob.

3. Follow Steps 1-3 of the Program a MyKey(TM) procedure.