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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2012EXPLORER FWD V6-3.5LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISACCESSORIES AND OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTANTITHEFT AND ALARM SYSTEMSKEYLESS ENTRYKEYLESS ENTRY KEY-PADSERVICE AND REPAIRHANDLES, LOCKS, LATCHES AND ENTRY SYSTEMS - WITHOUT INTELLIGENT ACCESS (IA)
2012 Ford Explorer FWD V6-3.5L
Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems - without Intelligent Access (IA)
2012 Ford Explorer FWD V6-3.5LSECTION Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems - without Intelligent Access (IA)
Keyless Entry Keypad
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Removal
1. Remove the LH (Left Hand) front door trim panel. REFER to Door Trim Panel - Front .
2. Position the weather shield aside.
3. Disconnect the keyless entry keypad electrical connector and unclip the connector from the door.
4. Unclip the keyless entry keypad wiring harness from the door.
5. Remove the exterior door window glass belt moulding screw and moulding.
- To install tighten to 0.9 Nm (8 lb-in).
6. NOTE: The keyless entry keypad is attached to the door with double-sided tape. Before installing the new keypad, clean the window applique mounting area with an appropriate alcohol-based cleaner and install new double-sided tape to the keypad.
Remove the keyless entry keypad.
Installation
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.