Ignition on mode, Starting your vehicle, 204 starting and stopping the engine – FORD 2013 Explorer v.3 User Manual
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Ignition On Mode
To switch the ignition on, press the start button. All
electrical circuits and accessories are operational, and
warning lamps and indicators will illuminate.
Starting Your Vehicle
1. Make sure the transmission is in position P.
2. Fully press the brake pedal.
3. Press the start button. The engine may continue cranking for up to
10 seconds or until the vehicle starts.
To turn the ignition off, press the start button when the vehicle is on or
the engine is running.
The passive starting system does not function if:
• the passive key frequencies are jammed.
• the passive key battery is dead.
If you are unable to start your vehicle, do the following:
1. Locate the key backup slot at
the front of the center console
storage compartment.
2. Insert the passive key into the
key holder.
3. With the passive key in this
position, you can use the start
button to switch the ignition on
and start your vehicle.
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Stationary
1. Move the gearshift lever to .position P.
2. Press the start button.
Note: The ignition, all electrical circuits, warning lamps and indicators
are switched off.
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STOP
ENGINE
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Starting and Stopping the Engine
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