Keyless Entry Keypad Code Programming

2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Keyless Entry Keypad Code Programming
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Lincoln Mark LT and 2007 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    NOTE: The permanent factory keyless entry keypad code cannot be erased.
  1. Enter the permanent factory keyless entry keypad code.
  2. Press the 1/2 button within 5 seconds to activate the programming mode. Holding the 1/2 button for more than 2 seconds after activation erases the stored customer code. The door locks lock, then unlock, confirming the code is erased. The existing code does not need to be erased to program a new customer code.
  3. Within 5 seconds, enter the new 5-digit keyless entry keypad code. The door locks lock and unlock to confirm the new customer code is programmed.
  4. To exit the programming mode, wait 5 seconds.
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