Ford Explorer: Network Connectivity / Connecting the Vehicle to a Mobile Network
About the Modem
The modem allows you to connect your vehicle to the Internet to use when you
are on the road.
If you enable the modem using the FordPass app, you can access the following
services:
- Locating and remotely starting, locking and unlocking your vehicle. See
the information in FordPass app.
- Automatic system updates.
Enabling the Modem Using FordPass
- Open the FordPass app on your device and log in.
- Select your vehicle.
- Select the option for vehicle details.
- Select the option to activate or deactivate your vehicle.
- Switch the ignition on.
- Make sure that the name on the screen matches the name shown in your FordPass
account.
- Confirm the association of your vehicle with your FordPass account.
Enabling the Modem Using the Touchscreen
Select the settings option on the
feature bar.
- Select FordPass Connect.
- Select Connectivity Settings.
- Switch Connectivity Features on.
- Switch Send vehicle data on.
Note: To disable the modem, perform the steps in reverse order.
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
Instrument panel AM/FM coaxial cable
Remove the floor console.
Refer to: Floor Console (501-12 Instrument Panel and Console, Removal and Installation).
Remove the RH front scuff plate trim panel...
SECURICODE™ Keyless Entry Keypad
The keypad is near the driver window. It illuminates when touched.
Note: If you enter your entry code too fast on the keypad, the unlock function
may not work. Enter your entry code again more slowly.
You can use the keypad to do the following:
Lock or unlock the doors...
Categories
Use the key blade to start your vehicle and unlock or lock the driver door from
outside your vehicle. The integrated keyhead transmitter functions as a programmed
ignition key that operates all the locks and starts your vehicle, as well as a remote
control.
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