Ford Super Duty (2018 year). Manual — part 13

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The readiness light will not
illuminate immediately after the
ignition is turned on.

•

The readiness light will either flash or
stay lit.

•

A series of five beeps will be heard. The
tone pattern will repeat periodically
until the problem, the light or both are
repaired.

If any of these things happen, even
intermittently, have the supplemental
restraint system serviced at an authorized
dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the
system may not function properly in the
event of a crash.

The fact that the safety belt pretensioners
or front airbags did not activate for both
front seat occupants in a crash does not
mean that something is wrong with the
system. Rather, it means the restraints
control module determined the accident
conditions (crash severity, belt usage)
were not appropriate to activate these
safety devices.
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The design of the front airbags is to
activate only in frontal and near-frontal
crashes (not rollovers, side impacts or
rear impacts) unless the crash causes
sufficient frontal deceleration.

•

The design of the safety belt
pretensioners is to activate in frontal,
near-frontal and side crashes, and in
rollovers.

•

The design of the side airbags is to
inflate in certain side impact crashes.
Side airbags may activate in other
types of crashes if the vehicle
experiences sufficient sideways motion
or deformation.

•

The design of the Safety Canopy is to
inflate in certain side impact crashes
or rollover events. The Safety Canopy
may activate in other types of crashes
if the vehicle experiences sufficient
sideways motion or deformation, or a
certain likelihood of rollover.

AIRBAG DISPOSAL

Contact your authorized dealer as soon as
possible. Airbags must be disposed of by
qualified personnel.

GENERAL INFORMATION ON
RADIO FREQUENCIES

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:
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Weather conditions.

•

Nearby radio towers.

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Structures around the vehicle.

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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.

Intelligent Access

(If Equipped)

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:
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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).

REMOTE CONTROL

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.

Intelligent Access Key

(If Equipped)

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.

Removable Key Blade

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

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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.

Replacing the Battery

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.

A message appears in the information
display when the remote control battery
is low. See General Information (page
114).

Integrated Keyhead Transmitter

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.

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1.

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

2. Press the clip down to release the

battery cover.

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3. Carefully remove the cover.