Triggering the anti-theft system

The armed system will be triggered if:
• Any door, the hood or the trunk is opened without using the door key, keypad or the remote entry transmitter portion of your IKT.
• The ignition is turned to the 3 (on) position with an invalid SecuriLock key.
See also:
SOS Post-Crash Alert System™
The system automatically flashes the turn signal lamps and sounds the
horn three times at four second intervals in the event of a serious impact
that deploys an airbag (front, side, side curtain [ ...
Emission control system
WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass
or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the
engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.
WARNING: ...
Washing the exterior
Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral
pH shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A), which is
available from your authorized dealer.
• Never use strong hou ...
