How do you reprogram the keyless entry touch pad on a 1997 Ford Windstar?

Question

We purchased the van used and it didn't come with the owner's manual or the keychain remote door lock.

I was able to buy the keychain remote on ebay which came with it's own set of instructions for programming, but the van is also equipped with the keyless touchpad on the driver's side door.

I don't have any idea how to reprogram this system and don't believe that the keychain remote instructions will help in any way.

I would appreciate any help you can offer.

Answer 1

See the entire chapter about Keyless entry (starts on page 136) in the down-loadable owners manual.
I will provide the link.
You will need the permanant code to program your own code. The chapter tells you that the permanant code is found in 3 places:
1- on a white plastic card, (but since you didn't get the manual , it is unlikely that you got the card)
2-a little white sticker in the glovebox (the original owner is/was advised to relocate the sticker, so who knows if it is still in/on the vehicle)
3-taped to the computer module. THIS is probably where YOU can find YOUR permanat code.

Here is the link to download (don't forget to save it to your computer) the owners manual for your 1997 Ford Windstar:
http://www.motorcraftservice.com/pubs/content/~WOVWIN/~MUS~LEN/41/97winog1e.pdf

Voila! (ijust like to say that)

Answer 2

I DROVE A 99 FORD EXPLORER AND IN THE MANUAL IT STATED THAT NUMBER WAS NOT REPROGRAMABLE. IT IS A 5 DIGIT CODE AND THE BUTTON PUSHED WILL COUNT FOR BOTH NUMBERS ON THE PAD. YOU WILL JUST HAVE TO PLAY AROUND WITH IT, BUT DO WAIT A COUPLE OF SECONDS BETWEEN EACH ATTEMPT SO IT CAN RESET. HOPE THIS HELPS

Answer 3

Order an owners manual (they are cheap and you need one) from the manufacturer. Until you get it drop by the service department of your local dealer and ask for assistance. They may do this for free to get you to come back.