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Ford Keyless Entry System & Remotes. All You Need to Know. How to Program a New Keyless Entry / Unlock Remote for All Ford Models. Instructions, Cost, Procedures, Troubleshooting and More.

*The information provided in this page is relevant also for Lincoln & Mercury keyless entry remotes. 

Ford Keyless Entry Remote - All You Need To Know
Ford Keyless Entry Remote – All You Need To Know

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In this article:

Introduction – What is Ford keyless entry remote/ unlock remote

Few tips before you start

How to choose the right keyless entry remote or replacement remote for my Ford model?

Can I install Ford keyless entry myself?

How much does it cost to replace or install keyless entry for Ford models?

Can I reset my Ford keyless entry?

How to program, reprogram or install Ford keyless entry remote – A step by step guide before you start.

Programming instructions

Ford Keyless Entry Remote 5-buttons- CWTWB1U551
Ford Keyless Entry Remote 5-buttons- CWTWB1U551

Introduction – What is Ford keyless entry remote / Unlock remote in a car?

Keyless entry remote, also known as unlocking remote or unlock button, is simply a remote that allows you to lock and unlock your car with a remote, instead of the manual key. In addition, some remotes allow you to pop to the trunk and have a panic button.

Furthermore, newer models made after 2010, have this feature built in the key fob. Alternatively, you can buy a separate remote in addition to your key.

Most ford models, newer and older, have the function of installing and programming keyless entry remote.

Finally, there are a few remotes used by Ford and therefore it is very important to choose the right that fits your model. Otherwise, it won’t be programmed correctly and won’t unlock and lock your car.

 

Here we will go over the different type of keyless entry remotes, will show you how to choose which remote you need for your specific Ford model and how to program the keyless entry yourself, should you choose to do so, which will save you time and money.

The process is relatively simple and fast.

All you need to do is to follow the instructions below.

Ford Keyless Entry System - Few Options, Few Remotes
Ford Keyless Entry System – Few Options, Few Remotes

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Few tips about Ford keyless entry remote, before you start looking for one:

There are a few keyless entry remotes available for Ford models. Each one fits different models and different years.

In addition, for a specific model, a single remote will work for a few years. For example, FORD-761 RC keyless remote is compatible with Ford Explorer for all years between 2000-2010. Therefore, if you are not sure if your Explorer was made in 2007 or 2008, you can be sure it would work for you.

Furthermore, programming Ford keyless remote requires 2 remotes. Therefore, if you decide to buy it online, make sure you get 2 of them.

As always, we recommend verifying your model year simply by checking the VIN number of the car. Not sure how to do that? Click here for instructions.

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How To Choose The Right Keyless Entry Remote for Ford - Tips
How To Choose The Right Keyless Entry Remote for Ford – Tips

How to choose the right keyless entry remote or replacement remote for my Ford model?

Choosing the right keyless entry is very important to avoid issues and hassle. As mentioned above, you need to make sure you get the right remote/part, otherwise, it won’t program and won’t function.

Therefore, we made it easy for you. You can simply choose your model & year, and click on the right remote below to see all relevant information. You can do that HERE.

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Can I install Ford’s keyless entry myself?

Most Ford models come with a keyless entry system built-in already. You do need, however, to program the remote for it to function. For older models, mostly 92 and older, you may need to go to a mechanic to actually install the system.

In addition, even if you have never had a remote keyless before, most chances you can still program it and it would work perfectly fine.

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How much does it cost to replace or install keyless entry for Ford models?

Cost of Ford Keyless Entry Remote - Part Number, Back Side
Cost of Ford Keyless Entry Remote – Part Number, Back Side

As mentioned above, the system itself is already built in for most Ford models.

However, you will need to have the actual remote and to program it to unlock the car.

Let’s go over the approximate cost, process and how you can save money.

 

Remote keyless – Part only

Online: About $20 (If you buy it online yourself)

Automotive locksmith or dealer: About $50

 

Programming the remote:

You can do that yourself – usually within a few minutes.

Automotive locksmith or dealer: They usually charge about $50 for the process.

In conclusion, we would highly recommend getting the part online and program it yourself. It would save you about $80 and the process is fast and easy.

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Ford keyless entry – Can I reset it and how to do it?

The best way to reset your keyless entry is just to reprogram the remote again. In addition, you have to make sure the remote itself is functioning, as well as the battery. Once you reprogrammed the remote and you still have a problem, then you may have to go to a mechanic because most chances are the problem is with the vehicle.

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How to program, reprogram or install Ford keyless entry remote – A step by step guide before you start.

Ford’s keyless entry remotes programming. Step by step guide. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY EACH STEP TO AVOID ANY ISSUES.

The process of programming a new Ford keyless entry remote involves three phases.

  1. Choosing the right keyless for your specific model.
  2. Buying the remote
  3. Program the remote

Let’s go over each one of these steps.

Ford Keyless Remote System - Instructions & Procedure
Ford Keyless Remote System – Instructions & Procedure

First step – Choose the right keyless entry remote.

Choosing the right remote for your model is the most important thing. Some remotes look alike but have different frequencies they work on. Therefore, choosing the right is crucial.

The first thing you should do is verifying the year your car was made. The best way to do that is by the VIN number.

Second, now that we know the year and model, we can choose the right keyless remote.

Simply go to your Ford model HERE and check the keyless entry remote for the relevant year.

Now that you know which remote you should use, let’s move on to the next step – buying the remote.

 

The second step – Buy the remote.

You have a few options for how to get the remote.

  1. Buy it online – Cheapest and most recommended way.
  2. Dealer
  3. Automotive Locksmith

It doesn’t really matter which option you choose if you get the right remote.

We already did the hard work for you by checking for each and every model which remote is the right one and therefore we would recommend getting it online yourself and save the money by going to the dealer or an automotive locksmith.

 

The third step – programming the remote.

Now you have the right remote, you just need to program it to your car.

Here are the programming instructions for all available Ford keyless remotes.

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*** We highly recommend reading the information above before programming your new remote!

Programming Instructions: Please choose the relevant method for your model.

Method A

Method B

Method C

Method D

Method E

Method F

 

Programming Instructions - Ford Keyless Entry Remotes
Programming Instructions – Ford Keyless Entry Remotes

 

(Method A)

Programming this remote involves 4 steps and 2 remotes. It is important to follow the step carefully!

 

First,

Make sure all doors are closed and sit in the driver seat. Insert the key into the ignition cylinder and make sure it is in the “off” position. Now, within 10 seconds, turn the ignition from “off” to “run” eight times ending in “run” position.

This step is basically to get the vehicle into programming mode. In case you did it right, the door locks will cycle. This way you know you can move on to the next step.

 

Second,

You have 20 seconds to complete this step.

ON THE FIRST REMOTE, Simply press on any button, it doesn’t matter which one. Once you did, the door locks will cycle again. That means you can move to the third step.

 

Third,

You have 20 seconds to complete this step as well.

ON THE SECOND REMOTE, simply press on any button, it doesn’t matter which one. Once you did, the door locks will cycle again. That means you can move to the last step.

 

Fourth,

Simply turn the ignition back to “off” position. Once you did that, the locks will cycle again meaning the programming was successful and ending the programming mode.

Take the key out of the ignition.

You can now use your new remotes.

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Programming Instructions: (Method B)

 

First,

Make sure all doors are closed and sit in the driver seat. Insert the key into the ignition cylinder and make sure it is in the “off” position then turn the ignition from “off” to “run” or “acc” position.

 

Second,

Momentarily jump pins in programming connector. The programming connector is located behind the glove box or at the base of the steering column (depends on which model you have). In case you did it right, the door locks will cycle. This way you know you can move on to the next step.

 

Third,

You have 20 seconds to complete this step as well.

ON THE FIRST REMOTE, simply press on any button, it doesn’t matter which one. Once you did, the door locks will cycle again. That means you can move to the last step.

 

Fourth,

You have 20 seconds to complete this step as well.

ON THE SECOND REMOTE (In case you want to program more than one) simply press on any button, it doesn’t matter which one. Once you did, the door locks will cycle again. That means you can move to the last step.

 

Fifth,

Simply turn the ignition back to “off” position. Once you did that, the locks will cycle again meaning the programming was successful and ending the programming mode.

Take the key out of the ignition.

You can now use your new remotes.

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Programming Instructions: (Method C)

Programming this remote involves 4 steps and 2 remotes. It is important to follow the steps carefully!

 

First,

Make sure all doors are closed and sit in the driver seat. Insert the key into the ignition cylinder and make sure it is in the “off” position. Now, within 10 seconds, turn the ignition from “off” to “run” five times ending in “run” position.

This step is basically to get the vehicle into programming mode. In case you did it right, the door locks will cycle. This way you know you can move on to the next step.

 

Second,

You have 20 seconds to complete this step.

ON THE FIRST REMOTE, Simply press on any button, it doesn’t matter which one. Once you did, the door locks will cycle again. That means you can move to the third step.

 

Third,

You have 20 seconds to complete this step as well.

ON THE SECOND REMOTE, simply press on any button, it doesn’t matter which one. Once you did, the door locks will cycle again. That means you can move to the last step.

 

Fourth,

Simply turn the ignition back to “off” position. Once you did that, the locks will cycle again meaning the programming was successful and ending the programming mode.

Take the key out of the ignition.

You can now use your new remotes.

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(Method D)

Before you begin:

This type of remote requires two previously programmed intelligent access keys.

In addition, they must be present inside the car. If you don’t already have two programmed keys, you must take your vehicle to your authorized dealer or an automotive locksmith to have the spare key(s) programmed.

Moreover, a maximum of four intelligent access keys can be programmed to your vehicle.

Here is the process to add an access key:

 

First,

Make sure all doors are closed and sit in the driver seat.

This step is basically to get the vehicle into programming mode.

You have 30 seconds for each cycle to be done.

Place the new intelligent access key in the pocket inside the center console utility compartment.

Press the driver or passenger power door unlock control three times.

Press and release the brake pedal one time.

Press the driver or passenger power door lock control three times.

Press and release the brake pedal one time

In case you did it right, the indicator on the Start/Stop button should begin to rapidly flash, indicating that the programming mode has been entered and two programmed intelligent access keys have been detected in the vehicle.

 

Second,

You have 60 seconds to complete this step.

A message will be displayed on the message center indicating that the new Intelligent Access Key was programmed.

 

Third,

Remove Intelligent Access Key from utility compartment pocket and press the unlock or lock control on the newly programmed intelligent access keys to exit programming mode.

 

Fourth,

Verify that the remote entry functions operate (lock, unlock) and that the vehicle starts with new Intelligent Access Key. If the Intelligent Access Key has been successfully programmed, it can be used to activate the Intelligent Access with Push Button Start feature and can be used to start your vehicle.

You can now use your new remotes.

 

Note: In case you did something wrong or if four intelligent access keys have already been programmed to your vehicle, you cannot program anymore and the message. MAX # OF KEYS LEARNED will be displayed on the message center.

 

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(Method E)

Programming this remote involves 4 steps and 2 remotes. It is important to follow the steps carefully!

 

First,

Make sure all doors are closed and sit in the driver seat. Insert the key into the ignition cylinder and make sure it is in the “off” position. Now, within 3 seconds, turn the ignition from “off” to “run” four times ending in the “run” position.

This step is basically to get the vehicle into programming mode. In case you did it right, the door locks will cycle. This way you know you can move on to the next step.

 

Second,

You have 20 seconds to complete this step.

ON THE FIRST REMOTE, Simply press on any button, it doesn’t matter which one. Once you did, the door locks will cycle again. That means you can move to the third step.

 

Third,

You have 20 seconds to complete this step as well.

ON THE SECOND REMOTE, simply press on any button, it doesn’t matter which one. Once you did, the door locks will cycle again. That means you can move to the last step.

 

Fourth,

Simply turn the ignition back to “off” position. Once you did that, the locks will cycle again meaning the programming was successful and ending the programming mode.

Take the key out of the ignition.

You can now use your new remotes.

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(Method F)

Programming this remote involves 4 steps and 2 remotes. It is important to follow the steps carefully!

 

First,

Make sure all doors are closed and sit in the driver seat. Open the driver side door ONLY and press the “unlock” button on the door panel once. Then, insert your key into the ignition cylinder and leave it in the “off” position.

 

Second,

Now, within 10 seconds, turn the ignition from “off” to “run” eight times ending in “run” position.

This step is basically to get the vehicle into programming mode. In case you did it right, the door locks will cycle. This way you know you can move on to the next step.

 

Third,

You have 20 seconds to complete this step as well.

ON THE FIRST REMOTE, simply press on any button, it doesn’t matter which one. Once you did, the door locks will cycle again. That means you can move to the last step.

 

Then, within 20 seconds,

ON THE SECOND REMOTE, simply press on any button, it doesn’t matter which one. Once you did, the door locks will cycle again. That means you can move to the last step.

Fourth,

Simply turn the ignition back to “off” position. Once you did that, the locks will cycle again meaning the programming was successful and ending the programming mode.

Take the key out of the ignition.

You can now use your new remotes.

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