Keyless Entry Keypad - 2025 - Alternate Locaiton

[Me3]

Thanks Elvis, I wouldn’t want that on the door either, unless there’s no choice.

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[elvisimprsntr]

Here is one that enabled the keypad using FORScan, more on this forum also

https://www.broncosportforum.com/forum/threads/quashish-family-ride-thread-2024-badlands.11950/post-234852

I think that was for a wired keypad, which apparently can be done with FORScan.

I have not read anywhere of anyone successfully programming the wireless stick on keypad using FORScan.

 

[elvisimprsntr]

I wouldn’t want that on the door either, unless there’s no choice.

I have read some people put it on the inside of the fuel filler door.

Just make sure it does not interfere with the cap-less fuel fill seal on the door, causing EVAP codes.

 

[Dude]

Ford does document the wireless stickon keypad Requires Dealer Service Tool (IDS/FDRS)

Keyless Entry Keypad for Vehicles without Factory Remote Start
SKU: KB3Z14A626A

Unlock your vehicle with ease without your key or keyless entry remote. No wiring necessary programmable, backlit keypad with a black textured finish.

Tunes to the same frequency as your transmitter.

• Backlit keypad with black, textured finish
• Requires / fits vehicles Factory Equipped with Remote Keyless Entry
FOB
• Requires Dealer Service Tool (IDS/FDRS)
• No wiring
• No-drill installation Installation

Instructions
www.motorcraftservice.com under Free
Resources

https://www.fordservicecontent.com/Ford_Content/Catalog/accessory_files/2020_CMY_Wireless_RF_Keypad_Instructions_SKES7J_19G544_AC.pdf

 

[Stircrazy]

People calling the keypad redundant, I disagree. I know of people who put the keys in the vehicle and then lock/unlock with the keypad (not something I'd recommend personally, but if the keys are out of sight, not obvious to a thief). I also will sometimes go out to my vehicle without grabbing my keys or wearing pants/pajamas without pockets and punch in the code to get something from/put something in my vehicle.

Very disappointed that Ford removed the Securicode keypad from future years of the BS... the aftermarket is $, has a fixed life battery that eventually dies, and does not have the clean integrated look.

yup we use them all the time when tubing rivers or what ever. we will drop one vehicle off at the pull out point and lock the keys and any valuables in the car, drive the other vehicle to the drop off point and do the same then tube down the river , use the key pad to get in the car and take everyone to get the other car. the Keypads are the best invention.

 

[Tigger]

Some of you wondering the importance of the key pad, have the key fob tied to your drawstring or bouncing in your pants for an 8 mile run. Let’s just say the bounce hurts after a while. It is also quite helpful when wearing my neoprene pants when doing long swims. No pockets and I cannot get it wet. Lastly, for the other leg of the triathlon training, I just do not like it in the back pocket pouch on my bike rides. It is not comfortable, gets in the way of gels, and gets sweaty and gross. So yeah, it is a must to leave the fob in the car. I use the key pad every day and think it’s dumb not to continue it as an option.

 

[Adam CW]

I think it might be my wife’s favorite Ford feature. We’ve been using it for years. Fusion, Escape and Bronco Sport.

Sometimes it’s nice to leave everything, including keys and phones, in the car.

Maybe not so much if you live in a bad area, but in civilized society its nice!

 

[SteveI]

How do these keypads work? Is it wired or does it operate the same as a fob, talking to the car by radio waves or however it communicates.
The fob has about a 3 foot range-putting the keypad on the rear hatch may not work. Best try it out before you mount it.

Will it fit on a roof rail?

Distance wise, it works from the fuel door or area on the underside of the rear camera.

It really wouldn't fit right on the roof rail since I don't think there's enough flat surface. But it could go flat under the rail, like so. Though I am sure it's rated for outdoor use. I am sure they didn't intend for it to be laying flat, and it could have problems due to weather down the road.

 

[Me3]

Distance wise, it works from the fuel door or area on the underside of the rear camera.

It really wouldn't fit right on the roof rail since I don't think there's enough flat surface. But it could go flat under the rail, like so. Though I am sure it's rated for outdoor use. I am sure they didn't intend for it to be laying flat, and it could have problems due to weather down the road.

Out of sight would be best so I like your original ideas. I don’t think you would get much in the way of gasoline fumes in the filler door, nor would they damage the keypad. As to mounting on the roof rails, I’m thinking mounting on the side of the vertical rail mounts, with the keypad facing you, mounted horizontally on one of the larger flat sides. It wouldn’t be as noticeable as on the door, and not facing up toward sun and rain.

 

[rootdoc]

Ford ditching the integrated securicode system was a horrible idea!!! That new bulky stick-on keypad is awful.

 

[elvisimprsntr]

How do you change the battery in the wireless stick on keypad? Is there a CR3032 lithium coin battery in it?

 

[TheX]

All 2025’s have Ford Intelligent Access (keyless entry), so a keypad is redundant. With the fob in your pocket or purse you just touch the inside of either front door handle and it unlocks. Lock by touching the top of either door handle. The tailgate and rear window unlock by just pressing the button.

^^This^^

Very much...this...

 

[TheX]

Ford ditching the integrated securicode system was a horrible idea!!! That new bulky stick-on keypad is awful.

My 2025 has no stick-on keypad...am I'm thankful.

 

[SteveI]

How do you change the battery in the wireless stick on keypad? Is there a CR3032 lithium coin battery in it?

You cannot. It's sealed for weatherproofing. You need to buy a new one for like $200 including mandatory dealer activation.

I guess when mine dies. I'll try to crack it open and see.

 

[TheX]

My 2016 F-150 still had the keypad code card attached to the spare key 9 years later, and not once did I use the code. TBH, I hadn't noticed that the pad was missing. I can see how it would matter to people that are used to having and using it.

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