Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The RKE system uses an IKT . The IKT incorporates both the PATS and the RKE transmitter functions in a single device. For additional information on the IKT , refer to HANDLES, LOCKS, LATCHES AND ENTRY SYSTEMS - WITHOUT INTELLIGENT ACCESS (IA) , IKT .
In addition to the IKTs , 4 conventional keyfobs can also be programmed to the vehicle if requested by the customer. For information on programming the conventional keyfobs, Refer to REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) TRANSMITTER PROGRAMMING .
The RKE transmitters initiate the following electronic system functions:
- Unlocks the driver door
- Unlocks all doors
- Locks all doors
- Opens the power liftgate (if equipped)
- Arms/disarms the perimeter alarm (if equipped)
- Activates/deactivates the panic alarm
- Commands the interior lamps on (when unlocking) and off (when locking)
- Provides a long flash of the turn signals when unlock is pressed
- Remotely start the engine (if equipped with the factory installed system)
- Sounds the horn once when lock is pressed twice within 3 seconds, and the doors are closed
- Sounds the horn twice when lock is pressed twice within 3 seconds, and any door is ajar
The RKE transmitters have a normal operating range of 20 m (65.62 ft).