Notices
1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks 1987 - 1996 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350 and larger pickups - including the 1997 heavy-duty F250/F350+ trucks

97 keyless entry module ?

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Sep 10, 2019 | 04:49 PM
  #1  
robert kelsey's Avatar
robert kelsey
Thread Starter
|
Mountain Pass
20 Year Member
Liked
Joined: Aug 2003
Posts: 101
Likes: 1
From: california
Angry 97 keyless entry module ?

I'm searching for a fantom battery killer on my 1997, 7.3 F250.
New batteries since it sat and killed what I had, alternator tested good since I was already at Napa..
.
When I touch the battery cable on the terminal I get a small spark with everything turned off, which in old days meant something was drawing current.
I also get a click from this keyless entry module under the dash when connecting touching the cable on terminal..
So is this keyless module supposed to click when first connecting batteries ?
Also if I pull the 3 plugs off the module and try to start the truck will it screw up anything else ?

Only way I know to locate a phantom load is process of elimination..
 
Reply
Old Sep 11, 2019 | 09:27 AM
  #2  
jas88's Avatar
jas88
Lead Driver
20 Year Member
Joined: Feb 2002
Posts: 7,968
Likes: 595
From: Greater Austin, Texas
Club FTE Silver Member

You will always get a little spark on modern vehicles due to all the electronics waking up, so that test is no good. You need to put an ammeter between the battery post and terminal and see what the amperage draw is.
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Yankeegirl
1997 - 2003 F150
1
Apr 26, 2019 02:44 PM
86scotty
1968-Present E-Series Van/Cutaway/Chassis
7
Sep 1, 2016 08:29 PM
secondarychaos
1994.5 - 1997 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel
1
May 2, 2008 07:46 PM
jmmk
1999 - 2016 Super Duty
7
Dec 28, 2007 08:01 PM
firefytr29wfd
1997 - 2003 F150
3
Jun 23, 2005 12:29 AM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 12:56 AM.

story-0
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

Slideshow: Top 10 Fords at 2026 Ford Nationals

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-09 11:10:08


VIEW MORE
story-1
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

Based on years of owning multiple modern Ford products.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-09 10:53:36


VIEW MORE
story-2
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

SPONSORED: From muddy boots to rain-soaked cargo, these upgrades address some of the most common frustrations Ford truck owners face every day.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-06-08 18:50:34


VIEW MORE
story-3
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

Here's everything you need to know about every Ford engine available for the 2026 model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-05 12:58:01


VIEW MORE
story-4
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:58


VIEW MORE
story-6
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE
story-7
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-8
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE
story-9
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-18 19:34:33


VIEW MORE