Ford Escape: Remote Start / Remotely Starting and Stopping the Vehicle
Remotely Starting the Vehicle
Press the button on the remote
control.
Within three seconds, press the
button twice on the remote
control.
Note: You can also use the FordPass App
to start the vehicle.
Note: The turn signals flash twice.
Note: The parking lamps turn on when the
vehicle is running.
Note: The horn sounds if the system fails
to start.
Note: All other vehicle systems remain off
when you have remotely started the vehicle.
Note: The vehicle remains secured when
you have remotely started the vehicle. A
valid key must be inside your vehicle to
switch the ignition on and drive your vehicle.
Remotely Stopping the Vehicle
Within three seconds, press the
button twice on the remote
control.
Remote Start Precautions
WARNING: Do not start the engine
in a closed garage or in other enclosed
areas. Exhaust fumes are toxic. Always
open the garage door before you start
the engine...
Extending the Remote Start Duration
To extend the remote start duration during
remote start, do the following:
Press the button on the remote
control...
Other information:
Removal
WARNING:
Before beginning any service procedure in this
section, refer to Safety Warnings in section 100-00 General Information.
Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal
injury.
Follow the health and safety precautions...
Removal
WARNING:
Disconnect the 12 volt battery before servicing the direct
current to alternating current (DC-AC) inverter or alternating current
(AC) powerpoint to prevent the risk of high voltage shock. Failure to
follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury...