Ford Escape: Keys and Remote Controls / Opening and Closing the Flip Key. Removing the Key Blade
Opening Your Flip Key
Press the round button on the remote
control to extend the flip key.

Note: Inspect the key blade for debris.
Periodically clean with a brush.
Closing Your Flip Key
Press and hold the round button on the
remote control to fold the key blade when
not in use.

Removing the Key Blade

Push the release button on your passive
key and pull the key blade out.
Use your remote control to access various
vehicle systems.
Note:The buttons on your remote may vary
depending on the vehicle region or options.
Unlock
Press the button to unlock all
doors...
Sounding the Panic Alarm
Press the button to sound the
panic alarm. Press the button
again, or switch the ignition on
to turn it off.
Note: The panic alarm only operates when
the ignition is off...
Other information:
Distance Alert
What Is Distance Alert
The system alerts you with a warning lamp
if the distance to the vehicle ahead is
small.
Note: The warning lamp does not
illuminate if cruise control or adaptive cruise
control is active.
Adjusting the Sensitivity of Distance Alert
To adjust the sensitivity of the system, use
the touchscreen:
Press Settings on the touchscreen...
Gate Operator / Canadian Programming
Canadian radio-frequency laws require
transmitter signals to “time-out” (or quit)
after several seconds of transmission –
which may not be long enough for
HomeLink to pick up the signal during
programming...