Ford Escape: Remote Start / Remote Start Settings

Switching Climate Control Auto Mode On and Off

1. Press Settings on the touchscreen.
2. Press Remote Start Setup.
3. Press Climate Control.
4. Select Vehicle.
5. Switch Auto on or off.

Note: If you switch the auto mode on, the system attempts to heat or cool the interior to 72°F (22°C).

Note: When you switch the ignition on, the climate control system returns to the last used settings.

Switching Climate Control Last Settings On and Off

1. Press Settings on the touchscreen.
2. Press Vehicle Settings.
3. Press Remote Start Setup.
4. Switch Last settings on or off.

Note: If you switch the last settings on, the system remembers the last used settings.

Switching the Heated Seat Settings On and Off

1. Press Settings on the touchscreen.
2. Press Vehicle Settings.
3. Press Remote Start Setup.
4. Press Seats.
5. Switch Auto on or off.

Note: If you switch the heated seat settings on, the heated seats turn on during cold weather.

Switching the Heated Steering Wheel Settings On and Off

1. Press Settings on the touchscreen.
2. Press Vehicle Settings.
3. Press Remote Start Setup.
4. Press Seats and Steering Wheel.
5. Switch Auto on or off.

Note: If you switch the heated steering wheel settings on, the heated steering wheel turns on during cold weather.

Setting the Remote Start Duration

1. Press Settings on the touchscreen.
2. Press Vehicle Settings.
3. Press Remote Start Setup.
4. Press Duration.

Note: Wait a few seconds before remotely starting the vehicle after the vehicle stops running.