Ford 8L3Z-15K601-B
Transmitter

All keyless entry remote transmitters need programming in a single session to function correctly. Start by using the remote transmitter to electronically unlock the vehicle and also enable the keyless entry keypad (if present) or door lock control switch when the driver door stays open. You should turn the key from OFF to RUN eight times in less than 10 seconds, finishing on RUN to enter program mode successfully; this activation will lead to all doors locking before unlocking. Each remote transmitter should be used to press any button within 20 seconds for confirmation of successful programming by causing the doors to lock then unlock. Wait several seconds before attempting to press the button once more when door locks give no response. An inspection with verification must be performed after trying twice to test the remote transmitter. Look for possible failures and check the limitation of remote transmitters. The key turning to OFF position and reaching 20 seconds since entering program mode or programming any transmitter will cause a program mode exit.

The first step to activate remote memory for the keyless entry transmitter begins by positioning the driver seat along with adjustable pedals to your desired location. The set button exists at the lower center of the instrument panel. Use the lower center button of the instrument panel to select between driver 1 or driver 2 while pressing a remote keyless entry transmitter control within 5 seconds and finally confirming the selection. This allows the remote settings to be saved for the preferred driver. Use this method again to set a second memory option with the second RKE transmitter.

The procedure to program remote keyless entry transmitters requires conducting the programming steps with all the intended transmitters at the same time. Start programming by using the RKE transmitter along with the RKE keypad (if present) or door lock control switch while holding the driver door ajar. You should perform eight key turns between OFF and RUN mode within 10 seconds while ending on the RUN position, and program mode entry will become visible when the doors both lock and unlock. The system completes programming when the user presses any button on each RKE transmitter while the doors both lock and unlock within 20 seconds. The door lock response requires waiting for several seconds before trying button activation another time. The programming sequence must be checked when doors fail to respond as the system allows a maximum installation of RKE transmitters. Exit from program mode happens when either the key changes to OFF position or 20 seconds elapses since entering program mode or after programming the maximum number of transmitters.

When setting up the RKE system operate all remote transmitters at once. You should either press the RKE transmitter button or the door lock control switch when the driver door remains open. After turning the ignition switch to RUN from OFF eight times within 10 seconds, all doors will first lock and then unlock to confirm program mode entry. Press any button on each RKE transmitter within 20 seconds to check if programming succeeds by seeing all doors locking then unlocking. Stay patient and hit the button a new time if the door locks remain unresponsive after a couple of seconds. Check the system for mistakes then verify if the vehicle supports the required number of RKE transmitters. When you turn off your key or 20 seconds pass with no new key programming the system will exit the programming mode.

The procedure to substitute the keyless entry transmitter starts by opening the tailgate and supporting it in position. The repair process requires first loosening the 8 screws which fasten the tailgate access panel before tightening these screws to 5 Nm (44 lb-in) during reinstallation. The operator needs to separate the 2 tailgate latch actuating rods from the tailgate remote control by opening its 2 clips before detaching the tailgate latch actuating rod locators from the tailgate. Untighten the two nuts securing the tailgate remote control while keeping them at 7 Nm (62 lb-in) torque for reinstalling. The final step of installation includes carrying out the reverse steps of removal.

Security specialists must set all keyless entry remote transmitters during the same programming process in the central security module. To begin programming start the vehicle from an OFF position to RUN state for eight times in less than ten seconds before stopping at RUN position; this correct procedure leads to door operation along with unlocking and locking functions. Hitting any button on a keyless entry remote transmitter from the program will result in the doors to lock and unlock as an indication to determine the transmitter programming status. The troubleshooting process should start with waiting several seconds before pressing the button a second time for door lock response. A failure to respond should prompt a diagnosis and testing. Users can leave program mode by using either the OFF position of the ignition switch or waiting for a maximum of twenty seconds after the previous step. The programming of keyless entry remote transmitters causes the security module to conduct a final door locking and unlocking sequence to validate the programming status.

A successful remote keyless entry transmitter programming session must happen at the same time for all transmitters. Begin by using vehicle electronic unlock methods through RKE along with RKE keypad (if equipped) or door lock control switch with the driver door still open. The process to enter program mode begins by rotating the key from OFF to RUN eight times during a ten-second period with the last stop being RUN. A successful mode entry will activate door locking followed by unlocking. An RKE transmitter needs 20 seconds to press any button to lock then unlock the doors for programming confirmation. Perform this procedure for every RKE transmitter. Press the button once again after a couple of waiting seconds while the door locks remain unresponsive. Determine the problem by checking that you have programmed no exceeding the permitted RKE transmitter number. The programming mode exits when the key reaches OFF position, passes 20 seconds in programming mode after key entry, reaches the maximum transmitter limit, or whenever the key completes 20 seconds in programming mode after a previous transmitter programming.

The remote keyless entry (RKE) transmitter programming process requires conducting the programming sequence with all the transmitters present at the same time. Begin by using an RKE transmitter or the door lock control switch while keeping the driver door open. The programming mode entry requires the ignition switch to transition eight times between OFF to RUN in less than ten seconds while ending on RUN. When successful the system will perform a door lock-unlock cycle. Fast press any button on all RKE transmitters to both lock and unlock the doors during the next 20 seconds as part of the confirmation process. Press the button once more after waiting for a few seconds if the door locks do not answer. The Inspection and Verification process should be checked for any possible maximum RKE transmitter count violation. The programming process completes by turning the key to OFF position or through time passage of twenty seconds after entering program mode or after programming the last transmitter or surpassing the maximum transmitter count.

Working on the keyless entry transmitter of liftgate latch remote control requires first removing the liftgate trim panel. Detach the liftgate latch remote control actuating rods through the process of opening the retaining clips that enable removal of the liftgate window latch actuating rod and both liftgate latch and liftgate handle actuating rods. The service process requires users to disconnect liftgate actuator electrical connectors when equipped along with releasing the wiring harness for the liftgate window latch ajar switch. Taking out the single screw and two nuts will enable you to release the liftgate latch remote control assembly. The installation process requires tightening of the nuts to 5 Nm (44 lb-in) and screw tightening to 3 Nm (27 lb-in). The process should stop and all required components should be moved back to their original positions.

All remote keyless entry transmitters must be programmed at the same time during the setup process. Start the programming by using the RKE system or the RKE keypad (if available) or door lock control switch with the driver door still open. A successful program entry requires users to switch the key from OFF to RUN eight times in 10 seconds before ending in RUN mode; this transition will verify program entry through door locking followed by unlocking actions. Press any button on each RKE transmitter within the 20 seconds time frame to test the successful programming as the doors will simultaneously lock and unlock. Press the button a second time after letting a few seconds elapse when the door locks fail to respond. Before proceeding confirm that the programming became unsuccessful due to a maximum allowed number of RKE transmitters. The procedure for exiting programming mode happens when the key switches to the OFF setting or after 20 seconds from entering programming mode or when programming the maximum number of transmitters.

Press one control on the remote keyless entry (RKE) transmitter.

Open the 2 clips to release the 2 tailgate latch actuating rods.

Press any button on a remote transmitter, which will cause the doors to lock and unlock, confirming successful programming.

Repeat the procedure using the second RKE transmitter.

Press the 1 or 2 button on the driver door panel to link it to the driver 1 or driver 2 position.

First, take off the sliding door trim panel.

Turn the ignition switch from OFF to RUN eight times within 10 seconds, ending in RUN.

Remove the 2 nuts from the tailgate latch remote control, tightening them to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft) during installation.

Wait a few seconds and try pressing the button again.

Pull the release links toward the center of the tailgate and close the plastic clip over the thread of the release links.

Turn the key from OFF to RUN eight times within 10 seconds, ending with the eighth turn in RUN.