Ford Quick Tips: #40 Programming a Personal Keyless Entry Code

[@bestillandknow3939]

Video started saying, "If you can't remember your factory code, don't worry you can program a personal code". Change of scene to a computer screen. In order to create a personal code, you will need the factory code..." which you get get Ford to retrieve with a special diagnostic tool.

[@jmlr2011]

The codes are in the vehicle usally behind the fuse box on driver or passenger side and are the first 5 numbers below the bar code.

[@Drummerfamily186]

Code for 08-12 escape is under center console. Pull up console, it is on a sticker underneath towards the dash! Don't go to a dealership! They will rip u off!

[@nephikemper5157]

I think what he meant was, if the factory code isn't easy to memorize?

[@MrWontstopthefunk]

It’s on sticker of the module if no where else

[@dorothijounos3735]

That just annoyed the hell out of me. If I had the factory code I wouldn't need the new code. I bought this car used and the dealership wants to charge me to get that code. Useless!!

[@texasbradley]

2008 Ford Sport trac. Pull off the fuse box cover (long slender one, driver side under dash) and use a lighted mirror. On the back side of that fuse box about in the middle is a faint stamped in 5 digit code, that is what you need. I was able to take that code and use this video to set my custom code. Thanks Makuloco you saved the day , AGAIN!

[@Darkdude478]

I learned I can lock people out of their cars pressing the last two buttons on their door today. This is awesome

[@annettewarkentin6862]

Doesn't work on my car.

[@MickeyR6]

Perfect timing man. Just yesterday I was wondering if I could add my own personal code. Thanks for the easy & quick tutorial.

[@davidkye8650]

this is the only video that worked for me to change door code. I tried 3 others before i found this one thanks alot

[@charlesmasden454]

Thanks, was looking this up and only ran into people that didn't know what they were talking about. Got it first try after watching this

[@elizabethpeterson1644]

I got the code from Ford dealer on my 2020 Ford Escape. He and myself changed the factory code towards my own code shortly after on the touch screen for Apple Car play. It was so easy to do,too. I done it on my 2011 Mercury Milan and my 2015 Ford Escape shortly after getting them by myself before getting the 2020 Ford Escape. My parents had a 1988 Ford Taurus with that keypad and we did used the factory code on it. My father had it on the 2nd Ford Explorer that he gotten in 1998. I remembered the codes to unlocked the doors and even the trunk from the 1988 Ford Taurus. 3/4 for the other car doors and 5/6 towards the trunk of the car. I have a very good memory on simple things. I don’t remembered that code at all anymore.

[@5797029]

My 1987 Ford Taurus was equipped with the keyless entry system. So was my 2005 Taurus. There was a sticker on inside of the trunk with the 5 digits. I added a custom pin to the 87. This gave me 2 separate pins that worked. The factory supplied pin stays with the vehicle even after you add a custom one. On a side note, technically, there are only 5 buttons on the pad. Two numbers share each button. Example: A code 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 is the same as 2, 4, 6, 8, 0.

[@jin6000]

Dude, this channel is amazing. Thank you so much!

[@saulcarrera6509]

Replaced all four door lock actuators and saw your video.. Thank you your video was easy to do and worked great .. Thanks again.. 👏👏👏👏👍👍👍🍻🍻🍻

[@starsiegeplayer]

Thank you. I tried to program a personal code once with written instructions but couldn't. Watching this I had no problems.

[@Fyi51]

I would buy ford again just because this feature, I don't like carring my keys at the gym more likely just to loose them. Thanks for the tip you just save me 100 dollars.

[@Marco-fi6gv]

Tank you for your help, I will give it a try. I just want to tell you that I've watched a bunch of your videos and you have helped me learn a lot of valuable information as well as save me some money. I really appreciate the time and effort you put into this. I'm sure everyone else does too.

[@yourmom4853]

If you watch these videos you waste money lol idiots. It cost 100 bucks too get ford to retrieve the code for you when you can get it for free by removing the fuse pannel and 2 bolts lolol

[@yourmom4853]

@marco-fi6gv you damn clown 🤡

[@TheMrEdmonds]

For anyone wondering, for a 2015 Expedition, the code is on a white sticker behind the fuse panel on passenger side floorboard. It will have 5 numbers followed by an L (e.g 12345L)

[@Justinestabrook]

On my 98 Grand Marquis it had the keypad number which was located inside the driver's door on the black box containing the security programming. I found this when I had to replace the door from an accident. You can swap boxes and it will work with another number. Entering the code and pressing 5 opened the trunk. You can leave the car running and lock and unlock the doors with the keypad. The funny thing I always liked and found out was I was able to leave the car running and use my key fob to lock and unlock the doors. Which everyone has been telling me it shouldn't do that. Good for warming up the vehicle in the winter or cooling it down in the summer. Mostly did it at home because I felt safe in my neighborhood doing it. When I first got the car, I like a dumbass left the keyfob attached to the key all the time. My first winter at work with it I was warming up the car and got out to deice the windows. The doors will automatically lock if you leave the car running for too long. I did not have the keypad code at the time. Had to have my dad bring his locksmith tools. Long story short I had my key fob attached to my belt separate after that. I only had one key and never lost it or did it again. Upon reading the owners manual you can unprogram the door locking feature through the keypad. Going from having two older model cars to the Marquis, I was unaware of these features. Sometimes the keypad code can be found on the hinge inside the trunk. I lost that vehicle and got a 2001 Ford Expedition XLT. Was not given the code. Looking around on KZbin I found it can be located under the dash on the drivers side. You have to lay on your back and look under to the left of the e brake. Code works. However this time around, the key in the ignition, I found out I could not use the keyfob to lock and unlock the doors. Practically useless if you locked the doors and don't have a spare or the keypad code. I did find you can press the last two numbers to lock the doors. The headlights flash. Come back and use the keypad code again and unlock while running. Use at your own risk. I rarely do this.

[@mrpeterpumpkin48]

Wow! Never knew. Very helpful. Thank you.

[@Beth9228]

I did that on my 2011 Mercury Milan, 2015 Ford Escape SE, and my current vehicle which is a 2020 Ford Escape SE in black. Even my parents had that done on 3 or 4 of their vehicles. One of the vehicles that they used to have that now belongs to my sister is a 2013 Ford Edge. It is so easy to do in a newer vehicle these days. I only used the code that they gave me once. I changed it when I got the vehicle on the 2nd day. I put it in my 5 digit code. My sister could know about it,too.

[@1985NEVETS]

Can you use this to lock/unlock doors while vehicle is running? Sometimes I don't want to turn truck off just to go in a store and would rather keep it running but locked.

[@waylander2]

on my 2010 Edge the door code is printed on the inside of the fuse compartment cover in the driver-side footwell.

[@mine7170]

Thank you for this video!!!! All Ford dealerships will charge to hook up a computer or to take your center console out to find the code. I had my console removed in about a minute and had the code. I have the unlimited, and would suggest to anyone reading this comment, to be careful. I have the LED lights going to cup holders and so on... Watch for the wire that connects to the harness. It's easy to unplug, but can cause damage if it's left plugged in and the console is just lifted out. I used a rubber tipped flat head and the silver ring console pops right out. Thanks again for saving me a bunch of cash!!!

[@jeffcarpenter8000]

Awesome! Thank you. Love all your informative videos. Hope you are well!

[@jaceklagodzinski8075]

Hello Jeff, what diagnostic program did you use thx for answer best regards from Poland

[@jeffcarpenter8000]

@@jaceklagodzinski8075 added a new door code with number my mom could remember. Is that your question?

[@MsJenipot]

you are amazing!! THANKS A LOT! This is real EASY than the other one I found that you got to remove the whole console box. Thanks again!

[@saturnthefox3971]

great video. i have a 2005 ford Excursion 6.0 l. I got the code from the dealer and just now change it to my own code. this video is great!! mine last two buttons lock the doors but the rest of the buttons does not work the only way to unlock all the door is from inside of the door panne. thanks again

[@Divaxi]

Just a heads up. If ur lights, the keyless entry lights,come on and stay on. Change the battery in ur key fob. It's the alert to tell u ur battery in ur fob is low. Its in the manual as well. Hope this helps someone. Ive had 2 fords. 2002 Explorer and 2013 Escape

[@gmb63]

I didn't have the factory code so I did a little bit on searching and found a 5 digit number sticker on the steering wheel column way up under the dash. Got that tip from the Ford Stealership.

[@darklight6566]

Stealer??

[@Jessehernandez83016]

Lol

[@pleadingmule6700]

Lol

[@reybermatute1452]

Thanks!! Just found it small numbers in the back of the fuse box passenger side 2009 ford expedition

[@richardsharp1393]

04 f250. Key pad with replaceable battery. Any way to test if bad other than not working even with new battery???? Key fob works great.

[@angelcintron2122]

Thanks for the heads up on the keypad programming video. I have locked my keys in the car before, and had to call a locksmith to get it open. That was NOT cheap..!

[@jessemolinamolina1221]

Hello.I have a 2002 Ford Explorer AWD & found a 5 digit code on side panel by seatbelt area but it’s not working the module is made by SIEMENS what do you think it’s wrong.Thanks

[@Gsxforsale]

2009 Milan og code was at the top of the Fuse panel on a sticker. The fuse panel is located on driver side kick panel. 5 digits at the bottom right of the tag itself.

[@warrenfaurot7651]

My truck did not come with the keypad to unlock my truck. I checked in the door and the wiring harness was there to install one. I purchased one from the dealer. I have the original card code. How do I program a personal code? I tried the factory code but it did not work? Help!

[@vinny-vm3wk]

You don't have to pay a dealer to get original code,it's located on the module on a white label with original code on label with the 5 numbers.Located in fuse box on passanger side foot mat.

[@steffanieroberts6030]

You do if you can't get into the truck at all to even look..

[@josepreciado5312]

Can you do a video on 2000 expedition mi e stop working they say to replace the module underneath the steering wheel but will i need to reprogram to the new code? Im lost need help

[@Blas1474]

My buttons don't work or light up anymore fuse issues or disconnect the battery????

[@georgeisaac1993]

Hey bro I have 2008 f150 1 door 8fit box I’m looking to see we’re is the location for key password code thanks

[@jridges9956]

Thanks this was really helpful

[@paradox_moto8286]

Thx I looked at the manual and it wasn’t working but when I watched your vid it worked lol

[@patsadventures6381]

Great video, quick and to the point. As dumb as I am, even I could reprogram my code!! ha ha....thanks a lot.

[@billbucktube]

Succinct description. I am about to try this but, when you say, "Press 1, 2" it sounds like you want two presses, a one and a two. What you did was press the button labled [1 2] once. Other videos talking about this do the same thing. When we press the [1 2] button twice we get a wrong digit as the first digit and our code doesn't work.

[@TINMANHOANG]

This worked for my 2014 Ford Escape. The 5-6 didn't open my lift gate though. No biggie. Thank you sir!

[@jett-rampartflyer2852]

I just hit the 5 after my code and mine works

[@Reefahholic]

Find the RAP panel. The code is listed on a white sticker behind that panel. I just found mine. 2014 F-150 was on the front passenger side floor board on the RT.

[@crazymichigander3130]

Yep

[@nzs316]

All i could see was a five digit "date code".

[@crsrdash-840b5]

How did they charge to look up the code? I went to my 'ford dealership' and they wanted to charge me $400 an hour and said it might take up to 5 hours!

[@patrickmckibbin4586]

Love the videos especially the ones on the 5.4

[@1194video]

Who else came here to keep other people from getting into your car just to find out it doesn’t work to keep them out lol

[@TheConcepcion76]

Hello, I have a 2010 Ford Explorer it has the entry code, i can lock the car with the Code but I can’t unlock it . Am I doing something wrong!?

[@tammyelkins3474]

I have a 2005 explorer that will not crank and a anti theft light is blinking have tryed everything I know to do can not fix it but when you try to crank it there is a clicking noise under the dash

[@Storm-0911]

You can find the code if you have both keys. Put first key in turn on but don't start. Wait 4 seconds then turn off put 2nd key in for another 4 seconds code will show up on display. I would like to take credit for this but saw it on another video. I was able to set code with your video. Thanks

[@nzs316]

I just tried this on my F150 2010 and nothing, it did not work.

[@Storm-0911]

Not sure about your year model. I have a 2014 F250. I was able to retrieve the factory door code and set a new person code. The ford shop want some where are $200 i think to tell me my code. Anyway good luck

[@Gan-EMS]

Does the keycode work to unlock lock the vehicle in a 2011 Ford Expedition if you have the keys in the ignition and the engine running?

[@thehuntx]

Forrest Gump

[@jkracinginc.4021]

NO IT DOES NOT!!

[@killerbsting1621]

Hey man my button for rear defrost is stuck I can't get it to switch on. Also, rear vents won't blow hot air

[@TheRCHeliPilot]

Each episode of FordTechMakuloco starts like a Game of Thrones episode... :) Nice Music

[@curlybrownk9]

Haha it did seem familiar, but l couldn't put my finger on it.

[@the1spyderryder]

Hi i have a 2005 explorer sport trac will this work for its keypad? Also how many keys and key fobs can be programmed into it?

[@jayhawker03]

When I did this in ids with a 2018 Ford Edge it said that the vehicle did not support this function and to look on the back of the module for the code. Did they do this with all of the new fords?

[@wallytlkaify7115]

Hi bro I have problems with my car 2009 Lincoln Mks the driver seat & power mirrors driver side unlock lock and key fob not working any advice?

[@thehuntx]

What are you trying to say.

[@Beth9228]

I did changed the code on a 2011 Mercury Milan and even a 2015 Ford Escape. These 2 vehicles that I used to have. My current vehicle that I changed the code at the dealership. It was easy to do. Even my sister’s 2013 Ford Edge as an easy code to remembered and her vehicle was my mother’s. I won’t say anything or typed in the codes. It is personal and private.

[@joshuarifenbark5015]

My mom bought a 08 Taurus X sell from a used car lot and she don’t have the card with the code. I know some where hidden in the vehicle is a tag or sticker with the code. Could you please help me find that code. Thank you and I appreciate your videos very professional and methodical

[@popeyesailor2191]

Thank you so much for your info. You helped me figure it out. God bless brother.

[@duanal]

Any code input in the pad will unlock the door... literally any combination of numbers. Over tried erasing the codes but nothing works. Any ideas?

[@jamesself2409]

What's wrong when pad quits working, rest of door unlock and lock, such as fob and keys? pad will lock doors and that's all.

[@jaceklagodzinski8075]

Hello ,What diagnostic program did you use .thx for answer

[@calidadcalidad]

Hello friend I have a grand marquis 2006 I am from Venezuela and look for the code on the door and it is not. Could you help me to encode the code of my car?

[@titofigueroa3709]

Locked out keys inside vehicle factory code inside ad well how do I retrieve factory code for 2918 escape?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

It is on the front of the BCM under the glove box.

[@mikeb837]

Tried it on my 99. Nothing. And where would I get a new module?

[@MrJmowood]

Some times is the code shows up on my dash board on the led display. Not sure why. I think it’s a key sequence on the keyfob

[@why8281]

I have a question why do fords has a password locker?

[@jeffflowers729]

Old vid but i'll give it a shot... My 2014 F150 came with the plastic card with a master code, but does not have a keyless entry pad. I want to add one that just sticks to the door. But I'm seeing that they come with a card/master code. Which one would you go by? The one the truck is already programmed to or the one that comes with the keyless pad?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

The code that comes with the new stick on unit. That stick on keypad is just a glorified key fob with a code that allows you to use it.

[@jkracinginc.4021]

Ford dealer sells a stick on key pad with instructions on how to program it, like you want!

[@Kevin-JH]

Mine was under the door panel on the module and super easy to find and read.

[@charlieratliff8781]

My stop working all together. What do I do?

[@josedavila7860]

I have a 2008 Lincoln mark LT i I don't have the code where I can find it i already look for it in passenger side under the dashboard and pcm under the hood... tnx

[@theprophetmadman9834]

Bought a Ford Explorer entered factory code but door won’t open, how do I reset previous owner personal code back to factory code. Thanks!

[@luisg2111]

Thank you very much, the Ford dealership did not explain any of that.

[@AjAman]

Thank God there was a video haha my key lock got ice in it (fixing it after work) I couldn't remember how to lock it only unlock it

[@By_Any_Means_Necessary]

Maybe it's just me but i don't see the point of changing the factory code unless you want to give someone else access to your car for a certain amount of time then changing it after besides that i just use the factory code and the code it mounted on a sticker in passenger kick panel on top of the module fyi

[@2100qasw]

Thank you so much. Now all I need is a mask and find myself nice looking car

[@FordTechMakuloco]

lol

[@jkracinginc.4021]

No mask Required and you need a WAD OF CASH!!! LOL

[@naterucker9845]

lost my manual. I have a2003 f150 ford Harley Davidson supercharge anniversary 100. I need to change my code. Where will I find the factory code? Please advise. TY

[@victoryfirst2878]

How can you get in without having mechanical key and no FOB ??

[@gearheadek9]

no need to go to any dealer or shop to find out the default pin # its located in the passager side kick panel on the back side of bcm there a sticker the code is on it

[@FordTechMakuloco]

gearheadek9 Yes as stated in the description

[@goxgdl]

Not in F150 04-08, it's behind back seat.

[@MNpaperplanes]

04-08 F150 100% behind back seat

woww thanks. i was trying to figure out how to unlock and open the trunk on my 93 mercury cougar. i had to type the code and press 5-6. for years, it would randomly open the trunk once a while when coding and i was always like 'what the hell'. now today i found your video because i was just too lazy to put the key in the ignition and press button trunk release. thanks mannn.

[@danielnunez7133]

Is possible that the key pad could stop working?

[@kellysweetman6070]

I have this keypad on my 1996 Mark VIII. After the car sits for 30 minutes or so, you cannot use the keypad to unlock the car. It's like it has gone to sleep. If you unlock the door with the key, and turn the ignition on or the headlights, it powers up again. Have you any suggestions on why it does this?

[@Reggie.Caballes]

We purchased a used pcm with no keys included and installed it to the vehicle but when key is inserted security light blinks 1 blink and 3 blinks and it won't crank. Do we have to return the pcm or do we have to marry it to the bcm then we can program a new key?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+Caballes Caballes you must program the pcm to the vehicle and to the IC

[@Reggie.Caballes]

FordTechMakuloco Thank you so much.

[@Reggie.Caballes]

FordTechMakuloco is this the same pcm part number. The used part number is 3L1A-12A650-ABA and original one is 3L1A-12A650-KD? It this part number are not the same will it not work? Thanks for your help.

[@rockett68601]

I would marry the pcm to the bcm so they will have a baby tcm that will supply power to the rcm so you can sit behind the steering wheel and adjust the scm do you can safely drivecm.

[@geoffhoweth]

I found my master code under the center console on a bar code that was on a ECM (I believe) that said fomoco it was the last 5 digits of the bar code on it. Of coarse I had to remove the center console was not that hard to do . Source: Ford escape 2011 2.4 liter

[@maxjulein5408]

I have a 2000 grand marquis..The driver side was side swiped... I changed the fender an both doors on the driver side.. Now it won't start?

[@Justinestabrook]

Read my post at the top if you are talking about the keypad code not working. When you change the door you also change the black box containing the keypad code.

[@volleyballmcgee3915]

Great video saved me 150.00.

[@raedalabasi2956]

Thank you so much So I have ford transit 250 2017 How can I setup my Keypad?

[@terrancerichardson2598]

Hi.. I know my code to my 2004 ford expedition.. However, its now not working for some reason.. I haven't had any issue the entire time Ive had it. So, since day one. Now this.. Will this work for me? I am not comprehending your. video though. Do I have to go to a dealer to reprogram or are you using a laptop or something? please forgive my ignorance at this time..

[@My3Jz]

Mine does not work how do you get it to work again??

[@colbyhefenfinger2469]

The code is in the vehicle, passenger side under the glove box. You don't have to take it anywhere for anything.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

It varies with model and even year of the same model so no.

[@marekw.9816]

On my Town Car the code is written on a sticker on the trunk hinge.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

It varies.

[@armyman7732]

Just look behind the panels inside...the removable ones, or look for a white box located straight up from the brake pedal.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

The location is different for each model, year and generation.

[@J0k3rsGallery]

You can also get the code from under by the brakes on the white box there’s a sticker

[@1234halper]

since the factory code is always set in the module, is it hard to replace the module itself so my friends ex husband can't get in her truck anymore? its an 08 ford sport trac v8

[@V10PDTDI]

I notice that some newer Ford model have the key pads why not have a keyless systems without the key pad. Like the ones I'm used to like on VW models to lock the car put your thumb on the handle and when you want to open the doors just put you're hand one the handle and then the door opens seems that Ford was one of the first to come with a keyless system back when there was no other way to do it.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

New Fords do have this feature but again only works when the key is near.

[@dallasx9000]

Thanks your tutorial helped me out a lot thanks so much

[@fjacksonphoto]

I have a 2011 ford escape- I found the code by taking apart the console and tried it on the door but it doesn't work. You were saying that the factory code should still work unless the module has been changed. This car was owned by an 85 year old lady and I don't see her having bought a new module. Do you have any suggestions as to why it won't work with the factory code? The last two buttons work to lock it but factory code won't unlock it. thanks

[@FordTechMakuloco]

No the factory code will still work you can’t erase it.

[@law6595]

The code is located on passenger side floor panel on sticker on black box

[@FordTechMakuloco]

It is a different location for each model and year.

[@vn1500g3]

I have the the factory code for my 2002 explorer, however, when I enter it, it will not unlock the doors. The 7/8, 9/0 will however lock the vehicle. Is it possible that the key-less entry module has died?

[@vn1500g3]

The code I have is directly off of the module it's self

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Armand Tomany No your keypad is likely at fault one of the keys is not reading right I have seen this before.

[@vn1500g3]

FordTechMakuloco Actually, I've swapped out the key pad three times and no luck. Now, admittedly, those key pads have been used ones I got from vehicles in the wrecking yard. I guess I'll have to pony up for a new one and try that.

[@vn1500g3]

Armand Tomany Is there a way to test the key pads for function?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Armand Tomany Yes we can test on the scan tool, and see what the module is seeing you press on the keypad. Allot of times they get water intrusion and when you press the key the module never sees it.

[@JoeL-tc4vy]

My Ford 2008 Expedition, the keyless pad just stopped working one day. Don't know why, but the code doesn't take. What does it take to get the code restored/changed?

[@texmextu2]

Same here.. Will yours lock.? My code doesn't work but will lock with 7-8 + 9-0

[@robertramos36]

what website did you get that code and what information do i need ???????? clueless???

[@justinr5425]

Are there other things to do with that keypad besides lock and unlock the car?

[@jkracinginc.4021]

YEA LIKE IT WILL “WIpe ur Azz”

[@VJhammeR]

What software can show me security code? What software U used ?

[@donovanbrown9448]

Let me know how to locate where my spare key is now. I cant seem to find that thing anywhere.

[@Hunt4Yoshi]

Finally i can get in my trunk