How do I get my Ford Expedition out of anti theft mode?

How do I get my Ford Expedition out of anti theft mode?

To reset the anti-theft, get inside the car and insert the key. Start the car and leave it on for 15 minutes, until You see the flashing light speed come to normal. If this doesnt work, then pop the hood and disconnect the battery for fifteen minutes and the anti-theft will be reset.

What does it mean when the theft light is blinking?

Your car has a built-in anti-theft system. The Anti-theft Light in the dash of your car should flash periodically to show that the system is engaged and active. Tip. You have to lock the doors of the car (without it running) for the alarm to engage.

How do you reset the anti theft system on a 1998 Ford Expedition?

Put the key in the ignition and turn it to the run position. Theft indicator proves out after 2 seconds and then flashes rapidly. After 15 minutes of flashing, The theft indicator will stop flashing. Within/Before a few minutes (5 I believe), after it has stopped, turn the key off and then back to run.

How do you reset the theft system on a 2000 Ford Expedition?

To reset the anti theft feature on a 2000 Ford Expedition You will need to first turn the ignition off and on three times in rapid succession. On the third time going back in to the on position You will want to leave it there and then press down and remove Your foot off the brake pedal.

How do I get my 2001 Ford Expedition out of theft mode?

How to Reset the Theft Protection in a Ford Expedition

1. Get into the Expedition and insert the known correct key into the ignition and turn it.
2. Verify you have the right key.
3. Wait 15 minutes, until you see the flashing rate on the red light on your dashboard decrease to normal speed and then try both keys again.

What happens when a transponder key goes bad?

Just like you’ll have problems unlocking your car if you have a faulty transponder key, you’ll probably have issues locking it with the key fob too. Manually locking the doors will still work, but if you don’t have a keyed door lock and your key transponder isn’t working, you won’t be able to get back in!