How to: Access Engineering Mode in Dash Display on 13+ SHOs

[SHOdded]

Thanks for the tip, ZSHO!

http://www.ecoboostperformanceforum.com/index.php/topic,6949.msg106797.html#msg106797

13+SHO--Engineering Mode Its a fairly simple process,with the vehicle off press the push button start once and while in accessory mode hold the OK button on the left side of the steering wheel for five seconds,while holding the ok button press the push button start again which is ignition mode,at this point you will be in engineering mode and the speedometer will perform a sweep test,then just use the up/down buttons on the left side of the steering wheel to navigate you through the options,also the build date,battery voltage and more can be obtained in this mode.  Z                                                  BTW might need to Sticky this.  Z 

[Gjkrisa]

Here is what it looks like on 2016 sho

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[BlueSHO]

Can't get to work on my 16 for some reason..

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[ZSHO]

Can't get to work on my 16 for some reason..

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Did you press the ignition,start button(once)while having the Key Fob inside the vehicle!.
While holding the OK button on the left side of the steering wheel for five seconds,immediately press the push button start again which is (ignition mode) and that will Access (Engineering Mode) which the speedometer will perform a sweep test and then just use the up/down buttons on the left side of the steering wheel to scroll,navigate you through the options. Z

[BlueSHO]

Yes when I do that the blue light inside the speedo needle flashes and the screen to the left says push brake to start. The second time I push the start button after 5 seconds pushing and holding the ok button do I hold the start button or just a quick push like I did the first time?
And does it have to be 5 seconds exact or at least 5 seconds for the ok button?

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[ZSHO]

Yes when I do that the blue light inside the speedo needle flashes and the screen to the left says push brake to start. The second time I push the start button after 5 seconds pushing and holding the ok button do I hold the start button or just a quick push like I did the first time?
And does it have to be 5 seconds exact or at least 5 seconds for the ok button?

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1)Press the push button start once and let go.
2)While holding on the OK Button for 5 seconds,press the push button start again and let go and see if it works. Z

[BlueSHO]

Yes when I do that the blue light inside the speedo needle flashes and the screen to the left says push brake to start. The second time I push the start button after 5 seconds pushing and holding the ok button do I hold the start button or just a quick push like I did the first time?
And does it have to be 5 seconds exact or at least 5 seconds for the ok button?

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1)Press the push button start once and let go.
2)While holding on the OK Button for 5 seconds,press the push button start again and let go and see if it works. Z

Negative.. I'll keep trying

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[BlueSHO]

Got it!!!! No build date on mine.

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[Macgyver]

Is there any advantage in doing this ?

[Gray Brick]

Is this the same process on the Flex?

[BlueSHO]

Is this the same process on the Flex?

You can try it. Won't mess anything up as I did mine all different ways before I got that info..

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[ZSHO]

Got it!!!! No build date on mine.

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J .you can certainly access more info here by entering your Vin number under (Vehicle lookup).  Z 

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Build Date:     29.11.2012
Vehicle Line:     Taurus
Body Style:     4 Door Saloon
Version:     SHO
Engine:     3.5L DOHC V6 Petrol T/C
Transmission:     6 Speed Auto Transmission 6F55
Drive:     LHD 4WD (FTD)
Axle Ratio:     3.16
Emission:     With California/Green State Req
Air Conditioning:     Dual Zone Auto Temp Control A/C
Territory:     (+)"USA"
Paint:     Ruby Red (Metallic)
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Rear End Fascia - Level 2
Fr Dr Scuff Plate - Met Insert
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Driver & Passenger Seat Map Pockets
With Heated/Cooled Front Seats Only
Less Centre Console Top Finisher
My Key
Less Rear Seat Tray
SHO Package 1
Chicago Plant Build
Less Appearance Group
With Memory Pack
Feature Content Group 1
Less Paint Package
Less Tailgate Badges
With English Language Label
Owner Hand Book Pack
Less Mass Customization Package
"A" Pillar Cloth Trim
"C" Pillar Cloth Trim
Power Front Wndow-1 Tch Up/Dwn-Pass
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Spare Wheel Stowage Cover
Grille - A-Gloss
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Inside Mirror With Auto Wipe Sensor
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Dual Pwr/Htd/Fld/E'Chro/Pudd Lamp
Ext Mirror Finish-A Gloss Skull Cap
Less Rear Sliding Seat
With Rear Center Head Restraint
With Heated Rear Seats
2nd Row Seat 60/40 (3 P) - Folding
Less 3rd Row Rear Seat
With Driver 10 Way Pwr Seat Adjust
With Pass 10 Way Power Seat Adjust
With Programmable Driver Seat
Less Interceptor Siren/Speaker
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Rear Seat Belts - 2nd Row
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245/45R20 Y-Rated
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3.16
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Dual Exhaust
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For Unleaded Fuel
Unique Met Finish Foot Pedals Pads
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Power Tilt/Telescopic Strg Column
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Human Machine Interface 4
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Medium Duty Battery
Heavy Duty Alternator
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AM/FM CD/Clock
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HD Radio Broadcast
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Sync II
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Rear View Camera-Fixed
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With Auxillary Lights
High Intensity Discharge Headlamp
Less Daytime Running Lamps
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Less Spot Light
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Tail lamps - Level 1
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Less Power Distribution Box - Front
Ruby Red (Metallic)
Generic Country Group 1
6 Speed Auto Transmission 6F55
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(-) GVMT Service Administration
(-)"CDN"
(-)"GU"
(-)"BRN"
(-)"BZ"
(-)"ATG"
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Primary FeaturesBuild Date:  24.11.2015Vehicle Line:  TaurusBody Style:  4 Door SaloonVersion:  SHOEngine:  3.5L DOHC V6 Petrol T/CTransmission:  6 Speed Auto Transmission 6F55Drive:  LHD 4WD (FTD)Axle Ratio:  2.77Emission:  With 49 State/Non Green State ReqAir Conditioning:  Dual Zone Auto Temp Control A/CTerritory:  (+)"USA"Paint:  Blue Jeans (Metallic)

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[ToMang07]

I cannot get this to work with my '13.

[ZSHO]

I cannot get this to work with my '13.

Whats the Build date on your 2013MY!  Z

Did you press the ignition,start button(once)while having the Key Fob inside the vehicle!.
While holding the OK button on the left side of the steering wheel for five seconds,immediately press the push button start again which is (ignition mode) and that will Access (Engineering Mode) which the speedometer will then perform a sweep test and then just use the up/down buttons on the left side of the steering wheel to scroll,navigate you through the options.........