Remote Keyless Entry System Transmitter Programming Procedures Ford Five Hundred I

PROGRAMMING METHOD AND TRANSMITTER TYPE APPLICATION

Note. For programming methods, refer to PROGRAMMING METHODS .

Note. For transmitter types, see TRANSMITTER TYPE IDENTIFICATION .

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Scheme 90

PROGRAMMING METHOD A

Note. Prior to performing programming method, refer to HELPFUL HINTS .

Do not press brake pedal during Remote Entry programming procedure as it will immediately exit you from that mode. Electronically unlock the vehicle prior to attempting to enter Remote Entry Programming Mode. Turn ignition from OFF to RUN 8 times within 10 seconds, with the 8th time ending in RUN. All doors will lock then unlock to confirm programming mode. Within 20 seconds, press any button on 1st remote transmitter. Door locks will cycle to confirm programming. Within 20 seconds, press any button on 2nd transmitter (up to 4 transmitters total possible). Turn ignition to OFF. Locks will again cycle to indicate end of programming mode.

PROGRAMMING METHOD D

Note. Prior to performing programming method, refer to HELPFUL HINTS .

Same as procedure A , except cycle ignition from OFF to RUN 5 times within 10 seconds.

PROGRAMMING METHOD I

Note. Prior to performing programming method, refer to HELPFUL HINTS .

Turn ignition to RUN or ACC. Momentarily jump pins in programming connector located behind glove box. The horn will chirp to confirm programming mode. Press any button on 1st transmitter. The horn will chirp to confirm programming. Press any button on 2nd transmitter (up to 4 transmitters total possible). Turn ignition to OFF. The horn will chirp one last time to indicate end of programming mode.

PROGRAMMING METHOD K

Note. Prior to performing programming method, refer to HELPFUL HINTS .

Turn the ignition from OFF to RUN 4 times within 3 seconds, with the 4th time ending in RUN. All doors will lock then unlock to confirm programming mode. Within 20 seconds, press any button on 1st remote transmitter. Door locks will cycle to confirm programming. Within 20 seconds, press any button on 2nd transmitter (up to 4 transmitters total possible). Turn the ignition OFF. Locks will again cycle to indicate end of programming mode. No exit confirmations are provided on 99-04MY Crown Vic/Grand Marquis.

PROGRAMMING METHOD L

Note. Prior to performing programming method, refer to HELPFUL HINTS .

Diagnostic method of programming transmitters

1. Choose Service Bay Functions from the service function card (NGS) or use WDS/IDS/PDS (notice that programming methods with a * next to them can only be done via WDS/IDS/PDS).
2. Choose Applicable Module (e.g. DDM, CSM, BSM, etc.)
3. Choose Key Fob Programming.
4. Press any button on the remote entry transmitter.
5. Choose Fob 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 and press Store.
6. Repeat step 4 for additional transmitters.
7. Press Cancel to get out of menu.

Note. If transmitters do not appear to be working after procedure is complete, disconnect vehicle battery for 5 minutes, then reconnect and try the transmitter again.

PROGRAMMING METHOD M

Note. Prior to performing programming method, refer to HELPFUL HINTS .

Turn the ignition from OFF to RUN 4 times within 6 seconds. Turn the ignition OFF. The LED in the clock/trip computer will light up continuously to confirm programming mode. Within 20 seconds, press any button on 1st remote transmitter. The LED in the clock will flash 4 times to confirm programming. Within 20 seconds, press any button on 2nd transmitter (up to 4 transmitters total possible). Turn the ignition to RUN. The LED will turn off to indicate end of programming mode.

PROGRAMMING METHOD N

Note. Prior to performing programming method, refer to HELPFUL HINTS .

Enter vehicle, close and lock all doors. Slowly insert and remove key from ignition 6 times within 10 seconds. The tail lamps will flash to indicate original code has been erased. Turn ignition to the ACC position. Press any button on 1st transmitter. Hazard lamps will flash to confirm programming. To enter additional transmitters, unlock then lock the doors using the power lock switch located on the driver door. Press any button on additional transmitter (up to 4 transmitters total possible). Hazard lamps will flash to confirm programming. Open the driver's door. Turn ignition off.

PROGRAMMING METHOD O

Note. Prior to performing programming method, refer to HELPFUL HINTS .

Turn the ignition from OFF to RUN 4 times within 6 seconds. Turn the ignition OFF. The system will chime to confirm programming mode has been entered. Within 20 seconds, press any button on 1st transmitter. The system will chime once to confirm programming. Within 20 seconds, press any button on 2nd transmitter (up to 4 transmitters total possible). Turn the ignition to RUN to exit programming mode.

REMOTE ENTRY PROGRAMMING PROCEDURE

1. Electronically unlock all doors prior to attempting to enter Remote Entry Programming Mode.
2. Do not press brake pedal during manual Remote Entry programming procedure as it will immediately exit you from that mode. (This is to protect against confusion with TPMS learn mode.)
3. If only one transmitter needs to be added or replaced, this can be accomplished via the diagnostic programming procedure using service tools (if supported) instead of erasing all transmitters from memory using the manual key cycle method.
4. If no diagnostic programming procedure is available, gather ALL remote transmitters together and program them to the vehicle during same manual programming procedure. Otherwise, the unavailable transmitters will no longer be programmed to the vehicle. In this case, customers must be notified of this fact and told to refer to their Owner's Guide for proper programming procedures. NOTE: Upon successful programming of transmitters, all previously stored devices in memory get erased.
5. In the service environment, enter program mode one vehicle at a time to avoid cross programming of transmitters. Ensure no other vehicle RKE activity is occurring while in this mode. WARNING: Some RKE systems can operate up to 164-230 ft. (50-70m) at certain points around the vehicle and thus transmitters from another vehicle can be inadvertently programmed.
6. A transmitter does not require programming again upon a battery replacement.
7. If any one button on a transmitter functions correctly, the device should not be reprogrammed.
8. Reprogramming transmitters will not correct a vehicle experiencing poor range performance.
9. Keep in mind, most systems only allow 4 devices to be programmed to the vehicle. For example, if a vehicle capable of accepting 4 transmitter devices is fitted with a wireless keypad, then it can only accept three other transmitter (key fob) devices.
10. If both remote entry devices are inoperable, refer to appropriate HANDLES, LOCKS, LATCHES AND ENTRY SYSTEMS article.

POOR OPERATING RANGE PERFORMANCE

If extremely poor operating range is experienced

1. Do not change transmitter batteries. Range is not affected as the battery ages.
2. Do not replace or reprogram transmitters. Range performance is determined primarily by the receiver control module.
3. If range performance exceeds about 30 feet (10m), do not replace the fob or module. This is within design limits.
4. If range is consistently less than 10 feet (3m) from the center of the vehicle, the system can be considered "compromised" provided the following factors are first ruled out: Verify external antenna is connected (if equipped - e.g. Focus and Freestar). Ensure issue exists all the time versus just in specific locations. Such as by local grocery store, radio stations, TV transmitting towers or by buildings with power generators. Ensure no other aftermarket or dealer installed systems are on vehicle when troubleshooting. (Examples: other RKE, remote start, perimeter alarm systems, etc.) Ensure issue is consistent in nature and not just from one approaching angle from/to the vehicle.

MISCELLANEOUS

1. Most new FMC RKE systems allow Lock and Unlock functions to operate with the ignition in RUN/START. However, the locking confirmations (exterior light flashes or horn chirps) are not allowed with the ignition on. This is normal design intent.
2. If you experience difficulty performing diagnostics on a receiver control module, electronically unlock the vehicle first then continue.
3. If customers complain of inadvertent activations, determine if the following is the cause: Ask customer if they programmed their transmitters to other family vehicles. If so, inform them if a transmitter is activated within 164-230 ft. (50-70m) of both vehicles, it may perform the function on both vehicles. (Also, note that a trunk release button on one vehicle may be a liftgate glass release function on another vehicle.) For Liftgate Glass release activations, check OASIS to determine if there are any SSM or TSB affecting the vehicle line you are working on. Example: 02/3MY Explorer/Mountaineers. Transmitters being inadvertently activated in purse or pocket.

See also:
• PROGRAMMING METHODS
• A