1999 Ford Explorer Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 93

Controls and features Programming 1. Prepare for programming the HomeLink௡ Universal Transceiver by erasing the three factory default REC DEL PLAY codes by holding down the two outside buttons until the red light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Release both buttons. 2. Hold the end of your hand-held transmitter 5-14 cm (2-5 inches) away from the HomeLink௡ Universal Transceiver surface (located on your visor) while keeping the red light in view. 3. Using both hands simultaneously press and hold the hand-held transmitter button and the desired REC DEL PLAY HomeLink௡ button. Do not release the buttons until step 4 has been completed. 4. The red light will flash slowly and then rapidly. Release both buttons when the red light flashes rapidly. 5. Follow steps 2 through 4 to program the remaining two buttons. If you do not successfully program the HomeLink௡ Universal Transceiver after repeated attempts, refer to Rolling code programing which follows, or call toll-free customer assistance: 1-800-355-3515 or on the Internet at HomeLink.jci.com. Canadian Programming During programming, your hand-held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting after two seconds which may not be long enough to program the HomeLink௡ Universal Transceiver. To program your hand-held transmitters: • continue to hold the button on REC DEL PLAY the HomeLink௡ Universal Transceiver. • press and re-press the hand-held transmitter button every two seconds until the red light changes from a slow to a fast flash. 93