"Un-programming" an existing remote

[lrlima]

I currently have a 96 5.0 XLT. Car comes with keyless entry, but I've never had the remotes to operate the keyless.

Last night, I found a remote from a 99 4.0 EB that I used to own (thought I had lost it).

I tried to program the 99 remote to my 96 this morning following the other posts, but was unsuccessful. I cycled the key five times and the locks locked / unlocked. But when I pressed the remote button, I got nothing. Do I need to "unprogram" it? I just took the battery out of it hoping it will lose the existing code it had...But hadnt had a chance to try it yet. Any other ideas or will it even work?

 

[Papa]

I opened up my keyless entry up all the way and did not see any user serviceable dip switches inside so I am guessing you might have to go through a locksmith or Ford. I have heard of prices from $75 to $250 for them from the dealer. I hope I never loose mine.

 

[Runnin'OnEmpty]

Irlima, the remote FOB keeps it's code forever, the vehicle module is what's re-programmed to accept the new remote. They will accept up to 7 or 8 different codes.

I'd try a new battery in it.....

 

[Papa]

I ran across this info in another post

CBoug76
http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=97414
Reprogramming Remote Keyless Entry

Reprogramming Remote Keyless Entry

section525
You can do two things. One being search for this as it's been covered a ton of times.

Two being go to the Useful Thread forum and look in there where you will find this.

http://www.explorerforum.com/forums...ead.php?t=97414

 

[r0dr0c]

If you can't get it to work and still want a remote/key fob . . . I got all three of mine on ebay!