Ford Explorer: MyKey™ / Clearing All MyKeys

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Owners Manual / MyKey™ / Clearing All MyKeys

When you clear your MyKeys, you remove all restrictions and return all MyKeys to their original admin key status at once. To clear all MyKeys of all MyKey settings, use the touchscreen.

Switch the ignition on using an admin key.
Access the main menu in the touchscreen and then scroll through the menus to begin clearing your MyKey programming. See Settings.
Follow the instructions in the display.
A confirmation message appears in the display after you finish clearing your MyKeys.

Note: When you clear your MyKeys, you remove all restrictions and return all MyKeys to their original admin key status. You cannot remove the MyKey restrictions individually.

Creating a MyKey

Use the touchscreen to create a MyKey: Insert the key you want to program into the ignition. If your vehicle has a push-button start, place the remote control into the backup slot...

Checking MyKey System Status

You can find information about your programmed MyKeys by using the touchscreen. See Settings. MyKey Distance Tracks the distance when drivers use a MyKey...

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