Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2011 Ford Flex AWD V6-3.5LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Keyless Entry Key-Pad: Service and Repair
Keyless Entry Keypad
Removal and Installation
NOTE: The door glass must be completely raised.
1. Remove the LH front door trim panel. For additional information, refer to Interior Trim and Ornamentation Service and Repair.
2. Remove the door lock cylinder. For additional information, refer to Door Lock Cylinder Service and Repair.
3. Remove the exterior mirror. For additional information, refer to Rear View Mirrors Exterior Mirror.
4. Position the water shield aside.
5. Disconnect the front door latch actuator electrical connector.
6. Remove the door lock rod extension from the door lock rod.
7. Push the door lock rod and grommet through the door panel.
8. Push the interior door handle cable and grommet through the door panel, and pull them back out through the door panel access hole.
9. Remove the door latch carrier screw.
10. Loosen the exterior door handle reinforcement bolt.
- To install, tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
11. Slide the exterior front door handle reinforcement to the front of the vehicle and push it inside the door.
12. Disconnect the keyless entry keypad electrical connector and unclip the connector from the door.
13. Remove the 3 front door latch bolts.
- To install, tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
14. Lower the complete latch, carrier, and handle reinforcement assembly down into the door.
15. Unclip the keyless entry keypad wiring harness from the door.
16. Insert a thin bladed tool between the window glass molding and the door to release the tab.
17. Lift up and remove the exterior window glass molding.
18. NOTE: The keyless entry keypad is attached to the door with double sided tape.
Remove the keyless entry keypad.
19. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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