I have an '03 windstar that I bought used, and I never got the code to lock/unlock the minivan from the number buttons next to the door handle. Someone told me that if I locate the GEM module that on the inside of the cover will be the number code I'm looking for. I called the dealer but they want $70 bucks. So here I am. Is there in fact a GEM module on my van? Should the code be inside? Is there any other way to get the code?
Thanks everybody

 

Keyless Entry Keypad Code Programming

Enter the permanent factory keyless entry keypad code.
Press the 1/2 button within five seconds to activate the programming mode.
Within five seconds, enter the new five-digit keyless entry keypad code. The door locks will lock and unlock to confirm the new code is programmed.

I can't figure out what the "permanent factory keyless entry code" is. I read up on this system a little bit, and it is very very complex. The keypad on the door is one small part of it. It has modules all over the place that communicate through some sort of network, and of course, you have to have a special box to talk to it. I don't know where to find the code they are talking about.

You have a FEM under the panel that is under the steering column. FEM= front electronic module

You have a REM behind the right hand quarter trim mounted behind the bracket that mounts the jack. REM= rear electronic module

You have a RKE module that is behind the lower cover under the center dash(to the right of the gas pedal). RKE= remote keyless entry

They warn before you unplug any of these modules, you have to upload some sort of configuration info into your gee-wiz bang communication box.

 

Well I dont know how I did it but I figured out how to unlock the van with the keypad on the door. I guess I tried enough combinations and finally got one right. Now if I could just figure out how to lock and set the alarm with the keypad I'll be in good shape. I never got a chance to look at any of the modules you mentioned, but maybe tomorrow. Thanks again Scotty G.