Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Factory Mode Deactivation
For information on Ford Color Coded Illustrations refer to OEM COLOR CODING
Deactivation
- Place the ignition in the OFF position.
- Verify the battery is fully charged. Refer to:BATTERY
- Without push button start, cycle the ignition from off to on 60 times.
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NOTE: One IKT must be in the vehicle.
With push button start, press the Engine Start/Stop button 120 times.
- Refer to the
Transport Mode Deactivation procedure in this article. Refer to: Transport Mode Deactivation .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.