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:
About Cruise Control
Cruise control lets you maintain a set speed without keeping your foot on the
accelerator pedal. You can use cruise control when your vehicle speed is greater
than 20 mph (30 km/h).
WARNING: Do not use cruise control on winding roads, in heavy traffic or
when the road surface is slippery...
HomeLink Wireless Control System
WARNING: Do not use the system with any garage door opener that does not
have the safety stop and reverse feature as required by U.S. Federal Safety Standards
(this includes any garage door opener manufactured before April 1, 1982)...
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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