What Does Mykey Restrict?

Ford MyKey^® allows you to set restricted driving mode settings in your Ford that promote safe and responsible driving. You can limit your Ford vehicle’s top speed, max audio volume, require seat belt usage and more.

What does MyKey limit?

Additional MyKey benefits
The MyKey system also helps fleet owners promote good driving habits in their employees and customers by limiting top speeds to four choices: 65, 70, 75 or 80 mph.

What can MyKey do?

MyKey allows you to program keys with restricted driving modes to promote good driving habits. You can program the restrictions to all keys except one. Any keys that you did not program are administrator keys or admin keys.

What happens if you exceed MyKey speed limit?

Warnings appear in the information display and a tone sounds when the MyKey drivers exceed the set vehicle speed. The audio system’s maximum volume limits to 45% so MyKey drivers can concentrate on the road. A message appears in the information display when MyKey drivers attempt to exceed the limited volume.

How do I get rid of MyKey restrictions?

You cannot remove the MyKey restrictions individually.
Using the SYNC screen

1. Turn on your vehicle using an admin key.
2. Tap Settings on your vehicle’s SYNC screen.
3. Select Vehicle.
4. Tap MyKey and follow the instructions to clear MyKey. A confirmation message will appear in the display after you finish clearing your MyKeys.

How do I use Ford MyKey?

Insert the key you want to program into the ignition. If your vehicle is equipped with a push-button start, place the intelligent access key fob into the backup slot. Start your vehicle. Settings > MyKey > Create MyKey > Hold the OK button until you see a message prompting you to label the key as a MyKey.

How much is a Ford Admin key?

I went to the Ford dealership and asked that they clear the MyKey program. They said that the ONLY way to clear it was to get a new admin key made (at a cost of $350) and for me to clear the MyKeys myself.

How do I bypass MyKey limited volume?

In order to change the restriction settings, vehicle speed minders, and Ford MyKey volume limited or audio system controls, simply start the car with an admin key and navigate back to the “MyKey” menu. From here, simply select the feature that you’d like to change the settings for, and make adjustments as necessary.

Which Ford key is the admin key?

The Admin key is basically your vehicle’s master key. If you do not have the Admin key, you will need to have one made for your vehicle. Once you have the Admin key, you will get the option to “Clear MyKey” and the restrictions will be gone.

Can you turn speed limiter off?

Speed limiter removal: is it allowed? It is possible to switch off your speed limiter device. However you cannot permanently disable it – the next time you switch on the engine the speed limiter will be switched on again. It’s also possible that the authorities might scrap the option of turning it off in the future.

How do I turn off MyKey without MyKey?

This may not work with every model but it might.

1. Insert admin key into the Ford’s ignition.
2. Turn on the ignition but not the engine.
3. Press and hold the unlock button on the key fob.
4. While holding the unlock button press the reset button three times, after the third press MyKey should now be disabled.

Does Ford MyKey have remote start?

MyKey™ – Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems
It is the vehicle’s default setting. When you start your vehicle with a Ford-approved aftermarket remote start system transmitter, the system shuts the vehicle off after you open the door or shift your vehicle into gear.

Will unplugging the battery reset MyKey?

However, disconnecting your car’s battery for a few minutes and reconnecting it may help to reset the key fob.

Where is the Ford factory key code?

You can operate the keypad with the factory-set five-digit entry code. The code is on the owner’s wallet card in the glove box and is available from an authorized dealer. You can also program up to five of your own five-digit personal entry codes.

How much does a MyKey cost?

Reloadable MyKey fare cards can be purchased for $2.00 at the locations below. Mobile purchases will not be subject to the fee.

How do I find MyKey code?

Finding the key code

1. In the documentation of the vehicle. Sometimes the key code is in the vehicle manual or on a label with the lock or key.
2. On the key. It would be an engraved or hewn in code.
3. On a metal plate in the glove department or elsewhere in the car.
4. On the lock’s housing.

What is the 2X button on Ford key?

If your vehicle is equipped with a Remote Start System, the 2X button will allow you to start your vehicle before you get in.

What vehicles need a speed limiter?

What vehicles have speed limiters?

• Mopeds have a speed limiter set to 28mph or 45km/h.
• Buses, coaches and minibuses have a speed limiter set to 60mph or 97km/h.
• HGVs have a speed limiter set to 50mph (80km/h) or 60mph, depending on the vehicle class.

How do you bypass speed restrictions?

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Do factory cars have speed limiter?

Most modern vehicles have a built-in speed limiter, but they are strictly intended to keep the vehicle from reaching incredibly excessive speeds. Aftermarket speed limiters such as Highway Guardian and Family Link are used to limit the speed to a safe pace.

How do I bypass MyKey limited volume?

In order to change the restriction settings, vehicle speed minders, and Ford MyKey volume limited or audio system controls, simply start the car with an admin key and navigate back to the “MyKey” menu. From here, simply select the feature that you’d like to change the settings for, and make adjustments as necessary.