1997 Ford Explorer Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 74
1997 Ford Explorer Manual
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Controls and features The system has shut down if the keypad light is out. If the keyless entry system does not work, use the key or remote entry transmitter(s). 1. To unlock the driver door, enter one of the two codes. After pressing the fifth number, the driver door unlocks. 2. To unlock the passenger door(s) and liftgate, press the 3/4 button within five seconds of unlocking the driver door. Programming your own entry code This code does not replace the permanent code from the dealership. To program your own code: 1. Select five digits for your personal code. 2. Enter the permanent code that the dealership gave you. 3. Within five seconds, press 1/2. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 4. Within five seconds of pressing 1/2, enter your personal code, pressing each digit within five seconds of the previous digit. You can now use either code. The system remembers only one personal code at a time. To erase your personal code: 75