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Dec 20, 2006 | 09:47 PM

#16

jim6liter

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From: Cool Arizona

when the battery goes low and before it goes completely dead its supposed to warn you by flashing I believe!

Dec 20, 2006 | 09:57 PM

#17

MIKE1646

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From: Florida

I didn't even know these things had batteries, I always tought that they were wired and used the trucks battery

Dec 20, 2006 | 11:31 PM

#18

FourbynFord

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The new pad they gave me had a "code card" included. They programed it with that only. Glad to hear your battery replacement went smoothly!

Dec 21, 2006 | 11:17 AM

#19

jimh425

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From: Western Montana

I've never used my keypad and I've had mine 7 months. I have been thinking about memorizing the number just in case I lock my keys in the truck. I use the key remote to lock/unlock my doors and have ever since I got the first one a few years ago.

Dec 21, 2006 | 11:45 AM

#20

beemr

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jimh425,

I said the same thing you just did.......16 months later, after locking my keys inside, I learned the code. I guess I cannot complain too much as I have only done this twice in the last 30 years of driving.

I will say that I now use the keypad ALOT. It is especially helpfull if I want to warm up the truck, or leave it running while I dash in somewhere. It allows me to lock the truck for security, and still get back inside.

Dec 21, 2006 | 02:03 PM

#21

jimh425

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From: Western Montana

Thanks beemr, I just found a use for it...warming up the truck. Since I don't have a remote start that automatically starts and leaves it locked, this seems like a good alternative.

Dec 21, 2006 | 08:19 PM

#22

jim6liter

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From: Cool Arizona

Quote:

Originally Posted by jimh425

you can also change the code something you can remember

Jan 8, 2009 | 08:08 PM

#23

motometal04F350

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ok so i got the battery but i really dont want to screw up the keypad. called ford for a quote on how much it would be to get it changed and they said it doesnt even have a bettery, and tried to sell me a new 90 dollar keypad.... any suggestions fellas?

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Jan 8, 2009 | 09:23 PM

#24

dc3655

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From: Fallon,NV

Wow, this is all new to me too! I figured it was hardwired to the rest of the truck. I love my keypad and use it all the time. This is a great thread with a good link. Thanks.

Jan 8, 2009 | 11:38 PM

#25

CowboyUp1387

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So how do I figure out the factory code for the keypad on my new '06 so I can change it?

Jan 9, 2009 | 05:26 AM

#26

zitman11

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From: Manassas, VA

I just bought my '06 used from a Ford Dealer. When I asked about that, they took it in the back and read the code for me...works like a charm. Check your packet with the owners manual and see if there is a card there with the code on it. If not, you should be able to have your local dealership get that code for you.

Jan 11, 2009 | 09:00 AM

#27

jim6liter

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From: Cool Arizona

there full of it. I'm not sure but I think a flat blade screwdriver will seperate it. The battery should be there.

Jan 11, 2009 | 10:36 AM

#28

mxer0022

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From: Tooele, UT

Quote:

Originally Posted by zitman11

there is no need to take it to the dealership to get the code to change it if you can't find the card in the glove box. the module that controls the keyless entry is under the dash on the firewall behind the radio. if you pop off that little compartment on the bottom of your dash on the right side of the steering wheel and just fold it down you can use a flashlight and after moving some insulation you should see a, white i believe, module on the firewall with a 5 digit number on the side of the sticker. this is the factory code. there is a thread somewhere in here that i will try to locate and post it up. give me a minute.

Jan 11, 2009 | 10:47 AM

#29

mxer0022

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From: Tooele, UT

after some research i found that some boxes are white and some are black. the box in these instructions is black. this write up makes it easy to find the code. the instructions start on post 21.

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/5...cations-2.html

Jan 11, 2009 | 10:54 AM

#30

jmaskew

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From: Henderson, NV

Quote:

Originally Posted by dc3655

Wow, this is all new to me too! I figured it was hardwired to the rest of the truck. I love my keypad and use it all the time. This is a great thread with a good link. Thanks.

The factory key pad IS hard wired to the rest of the truck. I installed jimmi jammers yesterday and saw the wires running from the back of mine to the wiring harness in my door. If you are not sure it only takes a couple of minutes to remove the door molding to see.