Keyless Entry Range
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Keyless Entry Range
I have a 2004 xlt f150 Screw and noticed that the range on my Keyfob is really short. I used different keyfobs with no batteries and the range is only like 10-15 ft. I used a keyfob from my 2002 explorer sport with the same results. I used to be able to use the explorer keyfob from 100 ft away. Whats up with that? Is anyone else having the same problem.
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I noticed same. Guess that's the way they are making them now. My new truck has the same range as my wife's VW. On my 2001 Ranger, you could double click on the fob at the door of a WalMart and lock the doors anywhere in the parking lot.
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I have found that if I hold the button down a little longer, say 1-2 seconds, instead of just hitting the button quickly, that I get a much better range from from the fob. Don't know why, but it works for me.
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Originally Posted by tksmitty
I would say my range is about 25 ft too. I had an 03 ranger that had a much longer reach.
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Originally Posted by kingfish51
I have found that if I hold the button down a little longer, say 1-2 seconds, instead of just hitting the button quickly, that I get a much better range from from the fob. Don't know why, but it works for me.
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increased range
I know this sounds (and looks) crazy, but touch the keyfob to your chin while pushing the lock or unlock button. Instant range increase! Now go try it right now and post here if it works (my car-nut son taught me this).
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i tried the transmitter to the chin deal and it always works with other ford explorers ive had but not this one. I think with an aftermarket viper alarm, i was able to get about 400+ feet. I loved it. This sucks
