How to Program a Keyless Remote for a 2001 Ford Explorer Sport

Programming instructions for keyless entry on the 2001 Ford Explorer Sport.

Your 2001 Ford Explorer Sport comes with keyless entry as a standard feature. Keyless entry allows you to use a remote to lock and unlock your doors without using your key. The feature certainly comes in handy at night, when you do not want to fumble around with your keys. You will first need to program your remote, and it only takes a few simple steps.

Instructions

1. Enter your vehicle and put your key in the ignition switch. Switch your key from the "Off" position to the "Run" position eight times within ten seconds and make sure you stop on the "Run" position. Your 2001 Ford Explorer Sport will respond by locking and unlocking your doors to confirm that you are in programming mode.

2. Push a button on your keyless remote. The doors on your vehicle will cycle again. Keep in mind you have 20 seconds to push the button. If you don't, the programming will reset and you will have to start over.

3. Switch your key to the "Off" position to exit the programming mode. Your doors will confirm this by locking and unlocking.

References

• Program Your Remote: 2001 Ford Explorer Sport
• Program Your Remote: Ford Explorer Sport

Resources

• Car and Truck Remotes: 2001 Ford Explorer Sport
• Car and Truck Remotes: Keyless Entry Accessories
• Car and Truck Remotes: Batteries for Remotes