Startup (Welcome) Mode
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Milan, 2010 Lincoln MKZ, and 2010 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The IPC provides a startup mode also known as a welcome strategy. When the vehicle receives a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) request, the IPC illuminates the gauge pointers and graduation bars. When the key is inserted into the ignition switch, the IPC illuminates only the graduation bars. When the ignition is placed into the RUN or START position, the IPC begins its prove-out stage.
During the prove-out stage, the IPC sweeps then zeros all gauges while illuminating all LED indicators for a predetermined time.