How do I just run the radio with engine off?

[Deadman]

I'm trying to figure out how to just run the radio on my 2018 Expedition without running the heat/ac, dash, etc? Is there any way to just run the radio like a normal car, or is this electronic nightmare not capable of such a thing?
One press of the key turns everything on, I just want the radio on like every other car would do.

Anyone?

 

[95cobby]

Just press the power button on the radio


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[Squark]

Just press the power button on the radio

^This. With the car off, just push the power button on the radio and it will come on.

 

[aggiegrad05]

That is some next level Occam's razor sh*t right there. Haha

 

[Deadman]

Ok, so you don't even NEED A KEY to turn the radio on????????? Great idea, wtf! So my kids can climb in there in the garage and blast the radio until the battery is drained down...
This thing is so smart it can't even put the wipers down when you shut it off with the wipers on. lol. I'm not sure if I should be amused, or scared at all these stupid quirks! lol.

 

[Sgt Darkness]

It really stays on even after the 10 minute auto shutoff? I haven’t even tried it. Heading on a trip Sat for couple weeks and that might be something a person could use around the campfire. Thanks.

 

[nate6966]

It still has a 10 minute timer

 

[99WhiteC5Coupe]

I'm trying to figure out how to just run the radio on my 2018 Expedition without running the heat/ac, dash, etc? Is there any way to just run the radio like a normal car, or is this electronic nightmare not capable of such a thing?
One press of the key turns everything on, I just want the radio on like every other car would do.

Anyone?

Did you fully read the vehicle owner’s manual?

I have a 2015 Ford Expedition Limited 4x4. There is two accessory modes for the keyless-start. If you push the button one time (foot off of the brake pedal), all of the features are turned on. A second push turns off all the features you mentioned, but leaves the vehicle in accessory mode - to use the radio or power windows. A third push turns the system off.

My GM vehicle has only two positions for the keyless start / accessory system. On or off.

 

[Deadman]

Did you fully read the vehicle owner’s manual?

I have a 2015 Ford Expedition Limited 4x4. There is two accessory modes for the keyless-start. If you push the button one time (foot off of the brake pedal), all of the features are turned on. A second push turns off all the features you mentioned, but leaves the vehicle in accessory mode - to use the radio or power windows. A third push turns the system off.

My GM vehicle has only two positions for the keyless start / accessory system. On or off.

I didn't read the whole owners manual, but I specifically read the key section last night. It says pressing the button once turns all power on, which is NOT what I want. It also says pressing on twice turns accessory power on, BUT mine turns on with press #1 and turns back off with press #2, so if I open the door to get out, then it shuts the radio off. I just wanted to listen to the radio while I installed my mud flaps and waxed it..... I didn't try the 10 minute timer on the radio, but I'll have to try that now....

 

[aggiegrad05]

I didn't read the whole owners manual, but I specifically read the key section last night. It says pressing the button once turns all power on, which is NOT what I want. It also says pressing on twice turns accessory power on, BUT mine turns on with press #1 and turns back off with press #2, so if I open the door to get out, then it shuts the radio off. I just wanted to listen to the radio while I installed my mud flaps and waxed it..... I didn't try the 10 minute timer on the radio, but I'll have to try that now....

I believe you still have to have the fob in the vehicle with you to press the radio power button. So if your rogue offspring go into the garage to listen to the radio (as kids do), they won't be able to do so without your key...which is no different than a "regular" car.

So grab your key, get in the vehicle, and press the power button on the radio...NOT the ignition button.

 

[Deadman]

I believe you still have to have the fob in the vehicle with you to press the radio power button. So if your rogue offspring go into the garage to listen to the radio (as kids do), they won't be able to do so without your key...which is no different than a "regular" car.

So grab your key, get in the vehicle, and press the power button on the radio...NOT the ignition button.

Nope, I took the key and put it 20 feet away from the Expedition last night and hopped in and the radio still turned on. It doesn't care about the key being in it..... That was my point of it being kinda silly.
I live up north in a real secluded area and we rarely lock our vehicles at home, at work, in town, etc, so its kinda weird that the radio is able to be turned on with no key whatsoever.

 

[Sgt Darkness]

Just checked my radio....after the 10 min point it turns off. I pressed the radio button and it came on after a few seconds. So, it will come on again after the 10 min shutoff without the ignition in the on position or key fob within three feet.

 

[Deadman]

Yep, It will turn on with no key! Wonder what else comes on with no key?

 

[Grey ghost]

Next they will complain about needing the fob.

 

[nate6966]

Just to throw this out there.
If you lock your car, nothing will turn on inside because the horn will be blaring and lights flashing if someone gets in to turn on the radio.

 

[Deadman]

I'll be sure to lock my car in my attached garage nightly, seems very convenient.

 

[nate6966]

I lock mine every night. Live in a gated community, attached, climate controlled garage, alarm system, plus lock my vehicles, and keys are in my key box every night. Just like all my doors are locked and deadbolted and we have 'protection'.
I live away from bad areas, on the edge of town on 5 acres, and our city is small and conservative.
Convenience of locking up is felt probably because it's habit and second nature.
It may seem silly to lock it while in your garage, but I felt like it was silly to worry about someone getting in the car to listen to a radio. I know my kids just crank the radios in their rooms or rock out the home theater when we're out. I doubt the stereo in the car is better than the home system.

 

[Artie]

Next they will complain about needing the fob.

The new Lincoln’s don’t even need the fob... you can use your phone as the fob instead.

 

[Deadman]

I lock mine every night. Live in a gated community, attached, climate controlled garage, alarm system, plus lock my vehicles, and keys are in my key box every night. Just like all my doors are locked and deadbolted and we have 'protection'.
I live away from bad areas, on the edge of town on 5 acres, and our city is small and conservative.
Convenience of locking up is felt probably because it's habit and second nature.
It may seem silly to lock it while in your garage, but I felt like it was silly to worry about someone getting in the car to listen to a radio. I know my kids just crank the radios in their rooms or rock out the home theater when we're out. I doubt the stereo in the car is better than the home system.

I have a 10 Gauge Shotgun for security.... I pay for insurance, so if they want the car they can have it.... They step in the house and its gonna get ugly.

 

[aggiegrad05]

The new Lincoln’s don’t even need the fob... you can use your phone as the fob instead.

Quit bragging. [emoji6]

Do you also get the wallet card? That’s cooler to me than the phone.