KeyFob RKE Programming Procedure: Ford Fiesta 1995-1999
Ford Fiesta 1995-1999 KeyFob Remote Keyless Entry Programming Procedure
Programming Procedure – Infrared key fobs
Note. If the central locking / alarm system is malfunctioning, key fob batteries have been replaced or a replacement key fob is obtained. The following programming procedure is required to be carried out before the key fob will operate correctly.
- Obtain all keys fitted with remote key fob for vehicle
- Using any key, switch the ignition to position “I”
- Wait approximately 10 seconds
- System Alarm LED should illuminate
Note. System Alarm LED illuminates for approximately 5 seconds
- Whilst system Alarm LED is illuminated:
o Switch the ignition “OFF” and remove the key - Programming mode activated for approximately 20 seconds (System alarm LED remains illuminated):
- Point the key fob at the infrared receiver
- Fiesta and Puma: located near interior lamp
- Mondeo: located in front door handles
- Press and hold the “Unlock” button on the key fob
- After approximately 1 second, the LED on the key fob will flash once
- Press and release the “Lock” button on the key fob between 3 to 5 times, whilst still holding in the “Lock” button on the key fob
- Release the “Unlock” button on the key fob
- Continue to point the key fob at the infrared receiver until both the system
- Alarm LED and key fob LED have flashed 5 times
- Repeat above procedure to re-program any remaining key fobs.
- To exit programming mode: Switch ignition “ON” and “OFF” and wait approximately 20 seconds
- Confirm operation of key fobs by locking and unlocking vehicle using key fob buttons
Note. A maximum of 4 key fobs can be programmed to the vehicle.
Programming Procedure – Radio frequency key fobs
Fiesta and Puma vehicles only
Note. If the central locking / alarm system is malfunctioning or a replacement key fob is obtained. The following programming procedure is required to be carried out before the key fob will operate correctly.
- Obtain all keys fitted with remote key fobs
- Switch the ignition “ON” 4 times within 3 seconds
- Switch the ignition “OFF” and remove key from ignition switch
- Programming mode activated for approximately 20 seconds (System alarm LED remains illuminated):
- Type 1 key fob: Press and release either the “Lock” or “Unlock” button on the key fob
- Type 2 Key fob: Press and release any button on the key fob
- According to model: Wait for either the System Alarm LED or Fog lamps “ON” warning lamp to illuminate and / or the vehicle to emits an audible warning sound to indicate correct programming
- Within 20 seconds: Repeat above procedure to re-program any remaining key fobs.
- To exit programming mode: Switch ignition “ON” and wait 20 seconds
- Confirm operation of key fobs by locking and unlocking vehicle using key fob buttons.
Note. A maximum of 4 key fobs can be programmed to the vehicle.
About Ford Fiesta
The Fiesta Mark IV (internal code name was BE91) was launched in October 1995 and became Britain’s best-selling car from 1996 to 1998, when it was overtaken by the all-new Ford Focus, a replacement for the Ford Escort.
The Mark IV benefited from new interior and exterior styling. It maintained similar dimensions to the Mark III along with the platform and the basic body structure, most noticeably the side door openings. The RS1800 and RS Turbo models were not carried over to the updated Fiesta range. (Source Wiki)
