keypad code help: 04 Explorer

[Dunckel]

I just bought an 04 Ford Explorer. The car lot did not have the code information for the keypad above the driver side door handle. I don't feel like waiting till Monday to talk to the dealer about it, so I thought I would post here to see if anyone has an Explorer, and if so, do you know where the code is stored in the vehicle. I've heard it could be in the door jamb, in the engine compartment, next to the jack compartment, or anywhere else.

 

[BlackMKIII]

The Bosch computer module is behind the lower plastic panel on the passenger side rear panel right below the seat belt height adjuster. The code is 5 digits long, and written on the module.

Also look under the driver's side dash, up around the steering column near the firewall. Should be a box with the code on it.

CHEERS!

 

[Dunckel]

Thanks. I'll take a look. One thing though, someone in your signature says not to trust you ever. How can I trust you?

 

[IJ.]

Dunck: What does the code actually do on the car?

 

[Jeff Lange]

Unlocks the doors in case you've locked your keys in.

Jeff

 

[MA70witBoost]

Hope you find it. I know how to pull the code but you have to do it through the OBD2 port and you have to gain access to the PATS module for it to display the code on the IDS.