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Airbags

Figure 10 - Top View of the Equipment

Mounting Zones

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1.

Area on top of the instrument

panel. The equipment must not

interfere with driver visibility.

2.

3.

Area on tunnel between the

seats.

9 in (229 mm).

DISPOSING OF AIRBAGS

Contact your authorized dealer as soon as

possible. Airbags must be disposed of by

qualified personnel.

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Pedestrian Alert System - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)

WHAT IS THE PEDESTRIAN

ALERT SYSTEM

Due to the quiet operation of hybrid and

electric vehicles at low speeds, the system

creates a subtle sound to alert pedestrians.

The system is on when your vehicle is

running and not in park (P). Some sound

may be audible in the passenger

compartment.

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911 Assist

WHAT IS 911 ASSIST

EMERGENCY CALL

REQUIREMENTS

911 Assist is a SYNC system feature that

can call for help.

For more information, visit

WARNING: Do not wait for 911

www.owner.ford.com.

Assist to make an emergency call if you

can do it yourself. Dial emergency

services immediately to avoid delayed

response time which could increase the

risk of serious injury or death after a

crash. If you do not hear 911 Assist within

five seconds of the crash, the system or

phone may be damaged or

HOW DOES 911 ASSIST WORK

If a crash deploys an airbag, excluding knee

airbags and rear inflatable seatbelts, or

activates the fuel pump shut-off, your

vehicle may be able to contact emergency

services by dialing 911 through a paired and

connected Bluetooth® enabled phone.

non-functional.

WARNING: Always place your

phone in a secure location in your vehicle

so it does not become a projectile or get

damaged in a crash. Failure to do so may

cause serious injury to someone or

damage the phone which could prevent

911 Assist from working properly.

Not all crashes deploy an airbag or activate

the fuel pump shut-off. If a connected cell

phone sustains damage or loses its

connection to SYNC during a crash, SYNC

searches for and tries to connect to a

previously paired cell phone. SYNC then

attempts to call the emergency services.

WARNING: Unless the 911 Assist

setting is set on before a crash, the

system will not dial for help which could

delay response time, potentially

increasing the risk of serious injury or

death after a crash.

Before making the call:

•

SYNC provides about 10 seconds to

cancel the call. If you fail to cancel the

call, SYNC attempts to dial 911.

•

SYNC says the following, or a similar

message: SYNC will attempt to call 911,

to cancel the call, press Cancel on your

screen or press and hold the phone

button on your steering wheel.

•

SYNC is powered and working properly

at the time of the incident and

throughout feature activation and use.

If you do not cancel the call and SYNC

makes a successful call a pre-recorded

message plays for the 911 operator. The

occupants in your vehicle are able to talk

with the operator. Be prepared to provide

your name, phone number and location

immediately because not all 911 systems

are capable of receiving this information

electronically.

•

The 911 Assist feature must be set on

before the incident.

You must pair and connect a

Bluetooth® enabled and compatible

cell phone to SYNC.

A connected Bluetooth® enabled

phone must have the ability to make

and maintain an outgoing call at the

time of the incident.

•

During an emergency call the system

transmits vehicle data to the emergency

service.

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•

A connected Bluetooth® enabled

phone must have adequate network

coverage, battery power and signal

strength.

The vehicle must have battery power

and be located in the U.S., Canada or

in a territory in which 911 is the

emergency number.

Note: If any user sets 911 Assist to on or off,

that setting applies for all paired phones. If

911 Assist is off and the phone connected

to SYNC, an icon displays on the status bar.

Note: Every phone operates differently.

While SYNC 911 Assist works with most

cellular phones, some may have trouble

using this feature.

EMERGENCY CALL

LIMITATIONS

The SYNC 911 Assist feature only operates

in the U.S., Canada or in a territory in which

911 is the emergency number. The following

are limitations of this feature:

•

Your cellular phone or 911 Assist

hardware sustains damage in a crash.

The vehicle's battery or the SYNC

system has no power.

The phone(s) thrown from your vehicle

are the ones paired and connected to

the system.

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REMOTE CONTROL

LIMITATIONS

USINGTHEREMOTECONTROL

- POLICE RESPONDER

WARNING: Changes or

modifications not expressively approved

by the party responsible for compliance

could void the user's authority to operate

the equipment. The term "IC:" before the

radio certification number only signifies

that Industry Canada technical

specifications were met.

This device complies with Part 15 of the

FCC Rules and with Industry Canada

license-exempt RSS standard(s).

Operation is subject to the following two

conditions: (1) This device may not cause

harmful interference, and (2) This device

must accept any interference received,

including interference that may cause

undesired operation.

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Make sure a valid remote control is within

3 ft (1 m) from the front door handles and

rear of vehicle.

Note: If there is a problem with the remote

entry system, make sure to take all remote

controls with you to an authorized dealer in

order to aid in troubleshooting the problem.

The system may not function if:

•

The remote control remains stationary

Unlock

for about a minute.

Press the button to unlock all

•

The vehicle battery has no charge.

doors. See Unlocking and

The remote control battery has no

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Locking the Doors Using the

charge.

Remote Control (page 104).

•

There is interference causing issues

with the remote control frequencies.

The remote control is too close to

metal objects or electronic devices, for

example keys or a cell phone.

Lock

Press the button to lock all

doors. See Unlocking and

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Locking the Doors Using the

Remote Control (page 104).

Sounding the Panic Alarm(IfEquipped)

Press the button to sound the

panic alarm. Press the button

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again or switch the ignition on to

turn it off.

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Note: The panic alarm operates regardless

OPENING AND CLOSING THE

FLIP KEY

of the ignition position.

USINGTHEREMOTECONTROL

Opening Your Flip Key

Press the round button on the remote

Use your remote control to access various

control to extend the flip key.

vehicle systems.

Note: The buttons on your remote may vary

depending on the vehicle region or options.

Unlock

Press the button to unlock all

doors. See Unlocking and

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Locking the Doors Using the

Remote Control (page 104).

Lock

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Press the button to lock all

doors. See Unlocking and

Note: Inspect the key blade for debris.

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Locking the Doors Using the

Periodically clean with a brush.

Remote Control (page 104).

Closing Your Flip Key

Press and hold the round button on the

remote control to fold the key blade when

not in use.

Remote Start (If Equipped)

Press the button to remote start.

See Remotely Starting and

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Stopping the Vehicle (page

181).

Tailgate(If Equipped)

Press the button to open the

tailgate. See Opening the

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Tailgate Using the Remote

Control (page 127).

Panic Alarm (If Equipped)

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Press the button to sound the

panic alarm. See Sounding the

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Panic Alarm (page 92).

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REMOVING THE KEY BLADE

CHANGING THE REMOTE

CONTROL BATTERY - POLICE

RESPONDER

WARNING: Keep batteries away

from children to prevent ingestion.

Failure to follow this instruction could

result in personal injury or death. If

ingested, immediately seek medical

attention.

WARNING: If the battery

compartment does not securely close,

stop using the remote control and

replace it as soon as possible. In the

meantime, keep the remote control away

from children. Failure to follow this

instruction could result in personal injury

or death.

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Push the release button on your passive

key and pull the key blade out.

The remote control uses one coin-type

three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or

equivalent.

Make sure you dispose of old

SOUNDINGTHEPANICALARM

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batteries in an environmentally

friendly way. Seek advice from

local authorities about recycling old

batteries.

Press the button to sound the

panic alarm. Press the button

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again, or switch the ignition on

to turn it off.

Note: The panic alarm only operates when

the ignition is off.

LOCATING YOUR VEHICLE

Press the lock button twice

within three seconds. The turn

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signal lamps flash.

Note: We recommend you use this method

to locate your vehicle.

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CHANGING THE REMOTE

CONTROL BATTERY -

VEHICLES WITH: PUSH

BUTTON START

WARNING: Keep batteries away

from children to prevent ingestion.

Failure to follow this instruction could

result in personal injury or death. If

ingested, immediately seek medical

attention.

WARNING: If the battery

compartment does not securely close,

stop using the remote control and

replace it as soon as possible. In the

meantime, keep the remote control away

from children. Failure to follow this

instruction could result in personal injury

or death.

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1. Twist a thin coin in the slot of the

remote control near the key ring to

remove the battery cover.

Note: Do not remove the rubber cover and

circuit board from the front housing of the

remote control.

Note: Do not wipe off any grease on the

battery terminals or on the back surface of

the circuit board.

The remote control uses one coin-type

3-volt lithium battery CR2450 or

equivalent.

2. Remove the old battery.

3. Insert the new battery. Refer to the

symbols inside the remote control for

the correct orientation of the battery.

Press the battery down to make sure

you have it fully seated in the housing.

4. Reinstall the battery housing cover

onto the remote control.

Note: Replacing the battery does not erase

the programmed key from your vehicle. The

remote control operates normally.

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1. Push the release button and pull the

key blade out.

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3. Insert a screwdriver, and carefully

remove the battery.

4. Install a new battery with the + facing

upward.

5. Reinstall the battery housing cover

onto the transmitter and install the key

blade.

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Dispose of old batteries in an

2. Twist a thin coin under the tab hidden

behind the key blade head to remove

the battery cover.

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environmentally friendly way.

Seek advice from your local

authority about recycling old batteries.

Note: Do not wipe off any grease on the

battery terminals or on the back surface of

the circuit board.

Note: Replacing the battery does not erase

the programmed key from your vehicle. The

remote control should operate normally.

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CHANGING THE REMOTE

CONTROL BATTERY -

VEHICLES WITH: FLIP KEY

WARNING: Keep batteries away

from children to prevent ingestion.

Failure to follow this instruction could

result in personal injury or death. If

ingested, immediately seek medical

attention.

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3. Carefully remove the cover.

WARNING: If the battery

compartment does not securely close,

stop using the remote control and

replace it as soon as possible. In the

meantime, keep the remote control away

from children. Failure to follow this

instruction could result in personal injury

or death.

Battery Replacement Procedure

The remote control uses one coin-type

3-volt lithium battery CR2032 or

equivalent.

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Press the button to release the key blade

4. Insert a screwdriver as shown to

release the battery.

before beginning the procedure.

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1. Insert a screwdriver, in the position

shown and gently push the clip.

Note: Do not touch the battery contacts or

the printed circuit board with the

screwdriver.

2. Press the clip down to release the

battery cover.

5. Remove the battery.

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6. Install a new battery with the + facing

PROGRAMMINGTHEREMOTE

CONTROL - VEHICLES WITH:

PUSH BUTTON START

General Information

You must have two previously

up.

7. Replace the battery cover.

Dispose of old batteries in an

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environmentally friendly way.

Seek advice from your local

authority about recycling old batteries.

programmed remote controls inside your

vehicle and the new unprogrammed

remote controls readily accessible. Contact

an authorized dealer to have the spare

remote control programmed if two

previously programmed remotes are not

available. Make sure that your vehicle is

off before beginning this procedure. Make

sure that you close all the doors before

beginning and that they remain closed

throughout the procedure. Perform all

steps within 30 seconds of starting the

sequence. Stop and wait for at least one

minute before starting again if you perform

any steps out of sequence.

Note: Do not wipe off any grease on the

battery terminals or on the back surface of

the circuit board.

Note: Replacing the battery does not erase

the programmed key from your vehicle. The

remote control should operate normally.

REPLACING A LOST KEY OR

REMOTE CONTROL

You can purchase replacement keys or

remote controls from an authorized dealer.

Authorized dealers can program remote

controls for your vehicle.

Read and understand the entire procedure

before you begin.

Note: You can program a maximum of four

remote controls to your vehicle.

Note: If your programmed remote controls

are lost or stolen and you do not have an

extra coded remote, you need to have your

vehicle towed to an authorized dealer. Store

an extra programmed remote away from

your vehicle in a safe place to help prevent

any inconvenience. Contact an authorized

dealer to purchase additional spare or

replacement remotes.

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Note: Your vehicle keys came with a

security label that provides important key

cut information. Keep the label in a safe

place for future reference.

Steps for Programming Your Spare

Remote Control

Note: Your vehicle is equipped with one of

the following center consoles.

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Programming Backup Location

7. Place the unprogrammed remote

control in the backup slot and press

and release the push button ignition

switch.

Programming is now complete. With your

foot on the brake pedal, press the push

button ignition switch to verify the remote

control functions operate and your vehicle

starts with the new remote control.

If programming was not successful, wait

10 seconds and repeat Steps 1 through 7.

If you are still unsuccessful, take your

vehicle to an authorized dealer.

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PROGRAMMINGTHEREMOTE

CONTROL - VEHICLES WITH:

FLIP KEY

General Information

You can program your own remote control

to your vehicle. This procedure programs

both the engine immobilizer keycode and

the remote entry portion of the remote

control to your vehicle.

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Only use remote controls with an

1. Place the first programmed remote in

the backup slot inside the cup holder

or center console with your foot off the

brake pedal, press and release the push

button ignition switch.

2. Wait five seconds and then press and

release the push button ignition switch

again.

integrated mechanical key.

You must have two previously

programmed coded remote controls and

the new un–programmed remote readily

accessible. Contact an authorized dealer

to have the spare remote control

programmed if the two previously

programmed coded remote controls are

not available.

3. Remove the remote control.

4. Within 10 seconds, place a second

programmed remote control in the

backup slot. Press and release the

push button ignition switch.

5. Wait five seconds and then press and

release the push button ignition switch

again. Keep the ignition on for at least

three seconds, but no more than 10

seconds.

Read and understand the entire procedure

before you begin.

Steps for Programming Your Spare

Remote Control

1. Insert the first previously programmed

coded key into the ignition.

6. Remove the remote control.

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2. Switch the ignition from off to on. Keep

8. Switch the ignition from off to on. Keep

the ignition on for at least six seconds

until you hear the door locks cycle.

the ignition on for at least three

seconds, but no more than 10 seconds.

3. Switch the ignition off and remove the

9. Remove the newly programmed coded

first coded key from the ignition.

key from the ignition.

4. After three seconds but within 10

seconds of switching the ignition off,

insert the second previously coded key

into the ignition.

The key starts the engine if programming

is successful. You can operate the keyless

remote entry system with the new remote

control with integrated key.

5. Switch the ignition from off to on. Keep

If programming was not successful, wait

20 seconds and repeat Steps 1 through 8.

If you are still unsuccessful, take your

vehicle to an authorized dealer.

the ignition on for at least three

seconds, but no more than 10 seconds.

6. Switch the ignition off and remove the

second previously programmed coded

key from the ignition.

Note: You can program a maximum of six

coded remote controls to your vehicle.

7. After three seconds but within 10

seconds of switching the ignition off

and removing the previously

programmed coded key, insert the new

un–programmed key into the ignition.

KEYS AND REMOTE CONTROLS – TROUBLESHOOTING

KEYS AND REMOTE CONTROLS – INFORMATION MESSAGES

Message

Action

Key Battery Low Replace Replace remote control battery.

Soon

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MyKey™ - Vehicles With: MyKey (If Equipped)

You cannot configure settings for

WHAT IS MYKEY

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.

Note: Every MyKey receives the same

restrictions and settings. You cannot

program them individually.

pre-collision assist and lane keeping. These

systems turn on when the vehicle turns on.

A new destination in the navigation system

can only be set using voice commands

when using a MyKey, and with your vehicle

moving.

Note: MyKey drivers may be able to switch

the lane keeping assist off, but this feature

turns back on automatically with every new

key cycle.

CONFIGURABLE MYKEY

SETTINGS

You can configure the following settings

after creating a MyKey. See Creating a

MyKey (page 100).

MYKEY SETTINGS

NON-CONFIGURABLE MYKEY

SETTINGS

Speed Limit

Seatbelt Reminder or Belt-

Minder™

MyKey mutes the audio system until the

front seat passengers buckle the front seat

belts.

Note: If your vehicle includes an AM/FM

radio or a very basic audio system, the radio

may not mute.

WARNING: Do not set MyKey

maximum speed limit to a limit that will

prevent the driver from maintaining a

safe speed considering posted speed

limits and prevailing road conditions. The

driver is always responsible to drive in

accordance with local laws and

prevailing conditions. Failure to do so

could result in accident or injury.

Satellite Radio(If Equipped)

Some satellite radio channels have

restricted access to adult radio content.

You can set a speed limit for your vehicle.

Warning messages appear on the

Early Low Fuel

touchscreen and a tone sounds if your

vehicle reaches the set speed. You cannot

override the set speed when using a MyKey.

The low fuel level warning lamp turns on

earlier.

Speed Minder

Driving and Parking Aids

You can set a speed reminder for your

vehicle. Warning messages appear on the

touchscreen and a tone sounds if your

vehicle exceeds the set speed.

You cannot configure settings for parking

aids, blind spot information system, and

cross traffic alert. These systems turn on

when the vehicle turns on, and you cannot

switch them off with a MyKey.

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1. Remove the mat from the center

Audio System Volume Limit

console cup holder.

The audio system maximum volume

reduces. A message appears on the

touchscreen if you attempt to exceed the

volume limit. Automatic volume control

turns off.

2. Remove the key blade from the remote

control.

3. Place the remote control in the backup

slot with the buttons facing toward the

rear of the vehicle.

911 Assist

4. Switch the ignition on using the key you

want to create as MyKey.

If you set 911 assist to always on, you

cannot switch it off with a MyKey.

5. Press Settings on the touchscreen.

6. Press Vehicle Settings.

7. Press MyKey.

8. Press Create MyKey.

9. Press Yes.

10. Switch the ignition off.

Note: You successfully created a MyKey.

We recommend that you label this key so

you can distinguish it from the admin keys.

Note: The programmed restrictions apply

when you switch the vehicle off, open and

close the driver door and restart your vehicle

with the programmed key or remote control.

Do Not Disturb

If you set do not disturb to always on, you

cannot switch it off with a MyKey.

Note: If a phone is connected using Apple

CarPlay or Android Auto while driving with

a MyKey, the driver can receive phone calls

and text messages even if the do not disturb

restriction is on. And if the vehicle comes

with satellite radio, there is no restriction on

the adult content.

Traction and Stability Control

If you set traction control or stability

control to always on, you cannot switch it

off with a MyKey.

Vehicles with a column shifter:

CREATING A MYKEY

Vehicles with a center console shifter:

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1. Raise the center console storage

compartment lid.

2. Remove the key blade from the remote

control.

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3. Place the remote control in the backup

CLEARING ALL MYKEYS

When you clear all MyKeys, you remove all

restrictions and return all MyKeys to their

original admin key status.

slot with the buttons facing toward the

rear of the vehicle.

4. Switch the ignition on using the key you

want to create as MyKey.

5. Press Settings on the touchscreen.

6. Press Vehicle Settings.

7. Press MyKey.

8. Press Create MyKey.

9. Press Yes.

10. Switch the ignition off.

Note: You successfully created a MyKey.

We recommend that you label this key so

you can distinguish it from the admin keys.

Note: The programmed restrictions apply

when you switch the vehicle off, open and

close the driver door and restart your vehicle

with the programmed key or remote control.

1. Switch the vehicle on using an admin

key.

2. Press Settings on the touchscreen.

3. Press Vehicle Settings.

4. Press MyKey.

5. Press Clear All MyKeys.

6. Press Yes.

CHECKING MYKEY SYSTEM

STATUS

You can find information about the

distance traveled using a MyKey, and the

number of admin keys and MyKeys created

for your vehicle.

PROGRAMMING A MYKEY

You can program any remote control to

become a restricted MyKey, but you must

leave one unmodified as an admin key.

1. Switch the vehicle on.

2. Press Settings on the touchscreen.

3. Press Vehicle Settings.

4. Press MyKey.

1. Switch the vehicle on using an admin

key.

5. Press MyKey Information.

2. Press Settings on the touchscreen.

3. Press Vehicle Settings.

USING MYKEY WITH REMOTE

START SYSTEMS(IF EQUIPPED)

4. Press MyKey.

5. Select and configure the settings.

MyKey is not compatible with unapproved,

aftermarket remote start systems. If you

choose to install a remote start system,

see an authorized dealer for an approved

remote start system.

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MYKEY – TROUBLESHOOTING

MYKEY – INFORMATION MESSAGES

Message

Description

Place Key in Backup

Location

Displays when trying to create a MyKey and the admin key is

not placed in the backup position. See Creating a MyKey

(page 100).

Key is Already a MyKey

Displays when trying to create a MyKey with a key already

designated as a MyKey.

This Key restricted at

Next Key Cycle. Label

Key as MyKey

Displays to confirm that the key is restricted after you switch

the ignition off.

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