Locks and Security -> SECURICODE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM for Your Ford Explorer SUV Fifth Generation (2005-2011)

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SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)  
You can use the keyless entry  
keypad to:  
lock or unlock the doors without  
using a key.  
open the liftgate window.  
activate or deactivate the  
autolock feature.  
The keypad can be operated with  
the factory set 5–digit entry code;  
this code is located on the owner’s  
wallet card in the glove box, is  
marked on the computer module,  
and is available from your  
authorized dealer. You can also  
create your own 5–digit personal  
entry code. In the event the wallet card is lost, the factory set code  
cannot be reprogrammed.  
When pressing the controls on the keypad, press the middle of the  
controls to ensure a good activation.  
Programming a personal entry code  
Up to three personal entry codes may be programmed to the vehicle. To  
create your own personal entry code:  
1. Enter the factory set code.  
2. Within five seconds press the 1 2 on the keypad.  
3. Enter your personal 5-digit code. Each number must be entered  
within five seconds of each other.  
4. Press 1 2, 3 4 or 5 6 to indicate which of the three personal  
entry code positions you wish to use.  
5. The doors will again lock then unlock to confirm that your personal  
key code has been programmed to the module.  
Tips:  
Do not set a code that uses five of the same number.  
Do not use five numbers in sequential order.  
The factory set code will work even if you have set your own personal  
code.  
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If you program a code to a position that already contains a set code,  
the previously-set code will be erased.  
Erasing personal code  
1. Enter the factory set 5–digit code.  
2. Within five seconds, press the 1 2 on the keypad and release.  
3. Press and hold the 1 2 for two seconds. This must be done within  
five seconds of completing Step 2.  
All personal codes are now erased and only the factory set 5–digit code  
will work.  
Anti-scan feature  
If the wrong code has been entered seven times (35 consecutive button  
presses), the keypad will go into an anti-scan mode. This mode disables  
the keypad for one minute and the keypad lamp will flash.  
The anti-scan feature will turn off after:  
one minute of keypad inactivity.  
pressing the  
control on the remote entry transmitter.  
the ignition is turned to the on position.  
Unlocking and locking the doors, liftgate and liftgate window using  
keyless entry  
To unlock the driver’s door, enter the factory set 5-digit code or one  
of the vehicle’s personal codes. Each number must be pressed within five  
seconds of each other. The interior lamps will illuminate.  
To unlock all doors and liftgate, press the 3 4 control within five  
seconds.  
To open the liftgate window, press the 5 6 control within five  
seconds.  
To lock all doors, liftgate and liftgate window, press the 7 8 and  
the 9 0 at the same time. Note: The driver’s door must be closed. You  
do not need to enter the keypad code first.  
SECURILOCKPASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM  
SecuriLockpassive anti-theft system is an engine immobilization  
system. This system is designed to help prevent the engine from being  
started unless a coded key programmed to your vehicle is used. The  
use of the wrong type of coded key may lead to a “no-start” condition.  
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