Keypad code display 2015 FFE

[Fgolman]

The method to display the keypad code, using both fobs sequentially in the pocket in the center console (as described on page 63 of owners manual) doesn't seem to do anything.

 

The previous owner set a code but failed to pass that on to the dealer who I purchased from.

 

Not a big deal but I'd love to occasionally use the pad to unlock without the fob.

 

Any pointers as to how to get that procedure to display the code?

 

Thanks!

 

Fritz Golman

Chicago

[Davidoo]

You can always find the original factory keypad code on any Ford vehicle by laying down under the steering wheel on the floor and looking upwards under the dash near the steering column.  A flashlight or cell phone light helps.  The 5 digit code will be displayed on a sticker.  Once you have that, you can delete any other secondary codes entered, and enter a new one of your own if you want.

[Fgolman]

Couldn't find any sticker.

 

Can a dealer read it or reset it with a specialized OBD reader?

[Fgolman]

Couldn't find any sticker.

 

Can a dealer read it or reset it with a specialized OBD reader?

[Timewellspent]

Look in your glove box for a credit card like card that has the original door code on it.  Might be in a pocket in the owners manual if you are lucky.

[Fgolman]

Never came with car.

 

Would the original dealer have that info?

[murphy]

It can be displayed using two key fobs.  You have to memorize the procedure.  It has to be done way too fast to read the steps as you go.  In my 2013 the code is displayed in reverse order. I don'r know if they fixed it in later years.  By reverse order I mean if the display is abcde, the actual code is edcba.  It can also be found using an OBD II reader.  It is unlikely that a dealer has a record of the code.  The code is permanent in the hardware.  It can't be changed.

 

When I got my car the card was in a pocket of the case that held the owner's manual.

[RickEnergi]

The original code cannot be changed.  No dealer keeps it in my experience.  Anyone with that code can use it.

 

Any code set by someone can be changed.

 

The method of finding it differs by model year, as does the location of the code on a sticker.

 

The manual, located at owner.ford.com, should display the process, or you can Google for it by including the model year.  Any display of the code may take two original keys as noted, i.e. can't be an original and a coded key.  

 

Here is the process for my 2018:

 

Displaying the Factory-Set Code  

 

Note: You need to have two programmed keys for this procedure.

 

1. Remove the key blade from the transmitter.

 

2. Remove the rubber covering (A) from the cup holder. With the buttons facing upward and the unlock button facing the front of your vehicle, place the first intelligent access key into the backup slot (B).

 

3. Press the push button ignition switch once and wait a few seconds.

 

4. Press the push button ignition switch again and remove the key.

 

5. Insert the second programmed key into the backup slot, and then press the push button ignition switch. The factory-set code appears in the information display for a few seconds.

 

Note: The code may not display until after any other warning messages first display.

Edited December 24, 2018 at 04:26 PM by RickEnergi

[Fgolman]

Following that procedure, which is slightly different from the manual (direction of fob), still nothing appears on the display.

 

I got my OBDII reader but not sure what it would be listed under. Is the code possibly in hexadecimal?

[murphy]

You will need the Forscan app to display it.  It's free if you use the Windows version.  I think you have to pay for the Android and iOS versions.  I don't remember being able to display it from the generic OBD apps and my Energi is 270 miles away at the moment so I can't verify.

[Fgolman]

Wow, that Forscan app looks amazing! Which OBD reader are you using it with? They recommend the Scantool OBD Link MX.

[RickEnergi]

Following that procedure, which is slightly different from the manual (direction of fob), still nothing appears on the display.

 

I got my OBDII reader but not sure what it would be listed under. Is the code possibly in hexadecimal?

 

That's why I referred you to your manual.  That was from my 2018 manual, although I'd expect the 2017 process to be the same.

 

If you bought your car used, is there a possibility that your fobs are not original?  I know that a key can be programmed as a clone, not sure on fobs.  Clones of another key aren't the same as a unique key, both are seen as the same key.  

 

Make sure you're not starting the vehicle as noted.

 

If the keys aren't working, make sure you're facing them properly.

 

If that doesn't work, look for the printed code.  Ford stores it in different locations in different vehicles and model years.  A Google search shows it might be on the passenger fuse box.  https://seventrumpet.com/how-to-find-keyless-entry-door-code-on-ford-fusion-2013-2018/

Edited December 25, 2018 at 08:32 PM by RickEnergi

[murphy]

Wow, that Forscan app looks amazing! Which OBD reader are you using it with? They recommend the Scantool OBD Link MX.

The MX bluetooth is what I use.

 

I have an inexpensive one that tends to corrupt the bus in the car.

Edited December 25, 2018 at 04:09 PM by murphy

[Davidoo]

I guarantee you that sticker is somewhere to be seen laying under the driver's side dash in the fuse box area.  On my 2017 it is easy to see, but on my 2011 it was above the steering column......unless someone took it off for some reason.