How do automatic door locks work?

Automatic door locks^* automatically lock or unlock your vehicle doors based on your speed, driver's side door, or how close your key fob is. 

• Autolock: Your vehicle doors will automatically lock when your speed exceeds 12 mph. 
• Autounlock: Your vehicle doors will automatically unlock when the engine is turned off and the driver's door is opened. 

Note: Your vehicle may also be equipped with keyless entry^*. Keyless entry uses sensors to detect your key fob. Your doors will lock automatically as you walk away or unlock as you approach.

Features and settings vary by vehicle model and year. To learn more about this feature, including how to enable/disable it, refer to your Owner's Manual under the Doors and Locks section.

If you are experiencing a concern with your automatic door locks, contact your Ford Dealer.

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^*Feature is available on select vehicles. Features may vary based on model year, trim, options, packages, and supply availability. Use the Build and Price tool to view feature availability on current models. If you have questions or need more information, reference your Owner’s Manual or contact your Ford Dealer. Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver’s attention, judgment, and need to control the vehicle. Refer to your Owner’s Manual for details and limitations.