How can I disable keyless entry on my 2002 Explorer?

[Bob Explorer 200]

Recently the keyless entry fob for my 2002 Explorer was stolen from my house and I'd like to disable the keyless entry on the truck altogether as soon as possible since I really don't mind just using the door key. How can I do this? I did a few searches here on this forum and haven't found anything for this generation Explorer. Is there a fuse that I can pull out that controls the keyless entry system here? I found one or two posts on the RAP module but I'm not sure where this is located and how I'd figure out which wires to disconnect if that's possible. Kind of desperate so any help here would be really appreciated.

Bob

 

[fordysenior]

Just a thought -- your fobs are programmed to that vehicle. If you reprogram that one that you have, then I would think the other one wouldn't work anymore. Other people more knowledgeable could weigh in on this. And I assume you're aware about turning the key 8 times, then clicking a fob button to program it? Then I think it would disable the other stolen fob.

 

[Bob Explorer 200]

Just a thought -- your fobs are programmed to that vehicle. If you reprogram that one that you have, then I would think the other one wouldn't work anymore. Other people more knowledgeable could weigh in on this. And I assume you're aware about turning the key 8 times, then clicking a fob button to program it? Then I think it would disable the other stolen fob.

Yeah, the problem is that the fob that was stolen is the only one I had, so now I have none to work with. I'd be happy to just use the key to open the doors from now on if I can somehow disable the keyless entry. Anybody have any ideas on how to do that?

 

[Bob Explorer 200]

I read one thread here on this board that said I could disable the keyless entry by unplugging the RAP module. The problem is that I don't know how to locate the PAP module and, when I do find it, is there a main plug on it that I can just unplug or do I have to disconnect certain wires?

 

[94Eddie]

Recently the keyless entry fob for my 2002 Explorer was stolen from my house and I'd like to disable the keyless entry on the truck altogether as soon as possible since I really don't mind just using the door key. How can I do this? I did a few searches here on this forum and haven't found anything for this generation Explorer. Is there a fuse that I can pull out that controls the keyless entry system here? I found one or two posts on the RAP module but I'm not sure where this is located and how I'd figure out which wires to disconnect if that's possible. Kind of desperate so any help here would be really appreciated.

Bob

If the FOB programming works the same with the 3rd gens as it does with my 4th gen (I would assume so) then progamming a new FOB will make the old FOB non-compatible. Programming a new one changes the security code from the previous ones. I don't think you need a working FOB to program a new one. You need two keys to program a third key but this doesn't apply to FOBs. The reason I know this is the case for 4th gens is I bought several FOBs and keys and when I programmed the FOBs I didn't do them all in one session. The previous FOBs I programmed were made useless when I programmed another one in a later programming session. It drove me nuts until I programmed them all in one session and then they all worked.

You can comfirm the above by programming two FOBs in separate sessions and seeing if the first FOB is nullified when the second FOB is programmed. If it does then the stolen FOB is also nullified. Also, you can buy FOBs for peanuts on ebay, Amazon etc.

 

[TechGuru]

I think it would be ridiculous to disable the system over $7 dollars.

Since I am not 100% sure if going though the programming procedure will clear all FOBs when not programming a FOB here is what I suggest.

Order a new FOB on ebay. 2Pcs Keyless Entry Remote Control Car Key Fob Clicker Transmitter For Ford US | eBay
While waiting on it to arrive disconnect your battery when you leave the vehicle and lock it manually.

Here are the programming instructions. They should be done with the driver's door open.

Alternatively you could remove fuse F1.2 instead of disconnecting the battery but keep in mind you will need to replace it to start the vehicle because the CSM controls the PATS security.

 

[94Eddie]

I think it would be ridiculous to disable the system over $7 dollars.

Since I am not 100% sure if going though the programming procedure will clear all FOBs when not programming a FOB here is what I suggest.

Order a new FOB on ebay. 2Pcs Keyless Entry Remote Control Car Key Fob Clicker Transmitter For Ford US | eBay
While waiting on it to arrive disconnect your battery when you leave the vehicle and lock it manually.

Here are the programming instructions. They should be done with the driver's door open.

The FOB programming sequence you show is EXACTLY the same for 4th gen Explorers/Mountaineers. This leads me to believe it will do the same and nullify previously programmed remotes. This must be why it states in Step 3 "(Repeat immediately for any additional remotes to be programmed.)"

 

[TechGuru]

The FOB programming sequence you show is EXACTLY the same for 4th gen Explorers/Mountaineers. This leads me to believe it will do the same and nullify previously programmed remotes. This must be why it states in Step 3 "(Repeat immediately for any additional remotes to be programmed.)"

Oh I know for a fact it clears out all previous remotes as soon as you add one new one. What I don't know is if it clears them out if only entering and exiting programming mode without programming any.

 

[94Eddie]

The only way to know for sure is to have a remote to experiment with. They are so cheap it really is worth buying a couple to replace the OP's stolen one.