How do I extend the remote start run time for my Ford vehicle?

How do I extend the remote start run time for my Ford vehicle?

You can increase your remote start run time using the FordPass®* App or using your in-vehicle instrument cluster. Use the steps below for more details. 

Extend Remote Start 

Select the dropdown for your FordPass App experience to view the steps to increase your remote start run time.

Extend Your Remote Start in the FordPass App 4.X Experience

To extend your vehicle's remote start run time:

Note: To use this function, your initial start must be requested from FordPass and not your keyfob. 

  1. Log in to the FordPass App.
  2. Request a remote start. 
  3. Select the Extend button from the in-app notification.

If you experience any issues, contact a Guide using the Account > Help options in FordPass. 

Extend Your Remote Start in the FordPass App 5.X Experience

To extend your vehicle's remote start run time:

Note: To use this function, your initial start must be requested from FordPass and not your keyfob. 

  1. Log in to the FordPass App.
  2. Select the option that applies to your vehicle:
    • Remote Start (Internal Combustion Engine [ICE] Vehicles and Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles [PHEVs])
    • Preconditioning (Battery Electric Vehicles [BEVs] only)
  3. Select the Extend button from the in-app notification.

If you experience any issues, contact a Guide using the Account > Contact Help options in FordPass. 

Extend Your Remote Start in Your Vehicle

Use the following steps for in-vehicle setting changes:

  1. Start your vehicle. 
  2. Use the directional pad on your steering wheel to select Settings.
  3. Navigate to Advanced Settings.
  4. Press OK.
  5. Navigate to Vehicle.
  6. Press OK.
  7. Navigate to Remote Start
  8. Press OK.
  9. Navigate to Duration.
  10. Press OK.
  11. Select from the three options:
    • Five minutes
    • Ten minutes
    • Fifteen minutes

Notes:

  • The option that is highlighted will be the selected option.
  • Once the selection is made, you can back out of this menu by pressing the left arrow on the directional pad.

More FordPass Information

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Additional Information 

How do I schedule a remote start using FordPass?
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*FordPass® App, compatible with select smartphone platforms, is available via a download. Message and data rates may apply.