Reminder Buzzer - 03 F150

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Oct 30, 2003 | 10:04 AM

RangerRuss

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Reminder Buzzer - 03 F150

On a 2003 F150XLT, is there a way to alter the programming on the headlights on/key in the ignition reminder buzzer? In its current configuration, I can't sit in the truck and listen to the radio without the buzzer being on all the time. The buzzer will stay off if the truck has been driven, turned off, and the door not opened. Once the door has been opened and closed, the buzzer will not "shut up" until the key is removed.

Is this possible to change? any ideas?

Thanks

Russ

Oct 30, 2003 | 11:30 AM

LxMan1

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I am wondering if you have a bad door switch? It should go back off when you close the door. The switch is in the door latch.
Jimmy

Oct 30, 2003 | 06:05 PM

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Thank you for your response. I do not have reason to suspect the door switch because the interior lights go on and off as they should. Let me be clear - if I drive the truck, stop, turn off the engine and turn the key to accessory, I can play the radio - no buzzer (chime). If I open the door, the buzzer will sound, if I close the door the buzzer will continue to sound until the key is removed from the ignition. However, if I start the engine and drive the truck, then stop the truck and turn the key to accessory, the radio will play without the buzzer. This must have something to do with programming logic and I'm wondering if it can be altered?

Thanks for any help

Russ

Oct 30, 2003 | 11:57 PM

Racerguy

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Russ I dont think there is anyway to reprogram the chime. It is in and controlled by the GEM module which could possibly have a problem.
If your truck is still under warranty you should probably take it to your dealer and let them take a look at it. They can hook up their WDS scan tool and monitor the switches etc for the system and hopefully figure out what is causing the problem.

Oct 31, 2003 | 06:28 AM

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I agree with the other guys in that there's something wrong with a computer/switch somewhere in your truck.

I also have a '03 F-150, and my door chime shuts up when I close the door exactly as you described.