Discontinuing the SecuriCode Keyless Entry Keypad?

[Arteest]

Ford’s SecuriCode Keyless Entry Keypad first appeared in 1980 — I think it originally had a different name — and it looks like it's going away. A lot has happened since 1980 including keyless fobs, push button start, using your phone as the key, etc.

Does anyone still use the door pillar keypad? Would anyone miss this if it went away? Would discontinuing the keypad help the chip shortage problem?

https://fordauthority.com/2022/08/2023-ford-edge-ditches-securicode-keyless-entry-keypad/

 

[NJRonbo]

Ford’s SecuriCode Keyless Entry Keypad first appeared in 1980 — I think it originally had a different name — and it looks like it's going away. A lot has happened since 1980 including keyless fobs, push button start, using your phone as the key, etc.

Does anyone still use the door pillar keypad? Would anyone miss this if it went away? Would discontinuing the keypad help the chip shortage problem?

https://fordauthority.com/2022/08/2023-ford-edge-ditches-securicode-keyless-entry-keypad/

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I would definitely miss it.

Too many times I walk out to my driveway just to grab something out of my locked vehicle.

No keyfob nor phone in my pocket. I simply press my code and the door is unlocked.

I understand why Lincoln is discontinuing this feature, but I can see some people not being happy about it.

Is this effective on the 2023 Corsair?

 

[afh3]

Just used it yesterday when I went to get some things I'd left in the car, and did not have my phone.

Also, if you rely on phone-as-a-key and you are away from home, how else are you going to gain entry if your phone battery is dead or you break/lose the device during that time?

 

[bbf2530]

Ford’s SecuriCode Keyless Entry Keypad first appeared in 1980 — I think it originally had a different name — and it looks like it's going away. A lot has happened since 1980 including keyless fobs, push button start, using your phone as the key, etc.

Does anyone still use the door pillar keypad? Would anyone miss this if it went away? Would discontinuing the keypad help the chip shortage problem?

https://fordauthority.com/2022/08/2023-ford-edge-ditches-securicode-keyless-entry-keypad/

Hi Arteest. To answer your questions, from my perspective:
- Yes, I still use it and find it very useful at times. For example, there are times, such as going to the beach, hiking etc., where I use it to lock my keyfob in the vehicle. Of course, well hidden and well away from the ignition, for security purposes. And I sometimes use it to get something out of my vehicle when I don't have my keys.
- Having had it, yes I would miss it if it went away.
- Would it help the chip shortage problem? Highly doubtful. I don't think that Ford eliminating the SecuriCode Keyless Keypad feature will free up a torrent of chips. In fact, it may even utilize a chip that is utilized for other vehicles features, so eliminating that feature may have no effect at all on the number of chips in the vehicle.

Also, this is currently Ford Edge news only, and most likely being done since the Edge is being discontinued, at least for now. Perhaps it will come back as an EV? Same for the Nautilus.

Just my thoughts and opinions.

Good luck.

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[JEEPGRADY]

Never used it. I agree that it was useful prior to the new technology , but, serves no purpose today. It's demise will not be missed by me.

 

[NJRonbo]

- Yes, I still use it and find it very useful at times. For example, there are times, such as going to the beach, hiking etc., where I use it to lock my keyfob in the vehicle. Of course, well hidden and well away from the ignition, for security purposes. And I sometimes use it to get something out of my vehicle when I don't have my keys.

I had thought the vehicle would not lock with your keyfob inside.

Most vehicles today add this as a preventative from locking you out.

I believe what happens when I leave my key in my Corsair, it chirps and will not lock. However, I won't go on record to say that is absolutely how it works.

 

[greerl]

Hi Arteest. To answer your questions, from my perspective:
- Yes, I still use it and find it very useful at times. For example, there are times, such as going to the beach, hiking etc., where I use it to lock my keyfob in the vehicle. Of course, well hidden and well away from the ignition, for security purposes. And I sometimes use it to get something out of my vehicle when I don't have my keys.
- Having had it, yes I would miss it if it went away.
- Would it help the chip shortage problem? Highly doubtful. I don't think that Ford eliminating the SecuriCode Keyless Keypad feature will free up a torrent of chips. In fact, it may even utilize a chip that is utilized for other vehicles features, so eliminating that feature may have no effect at all on the number of chips in the vehicle.

Also, this is currently Ford Edge news only, and most likely being done since the Edge is being discontinued, at least for now. Perhaps it will come back as an EV? Same for the Nautilus.

Just my thoughts and opinions.

Good luck.

I'm still waiting for my 2023 Corsair and my 2011 may be too old for feature comparison but phone as key definitely would would not replace keypad for obvious reasons such as dead battery and keypad is often more convenient than fob. I mostly use my keypad to quickly lock the car and to gain entry when I don't have the fob or its not convenient.

This is just one of those things reasonably expected to be on a premium car. If I wanted an Escape, I'd get an Escape.

 

[bbf2530]

I had thought the vehicle would not lock with your keyfob inside.

Most vehicles today add this as a preventative from locking you out.

I believe what happens when I leave my key in my Corsair, it chirps and will not lock. However, I won't go on record to say that is absolutely how it works.

Hi NJRonbo. That is the beauty of the Keyless Entry Keypad. You can leave your keyfob in the vehicle (safely hidden, away from the ignition), close the door, then press the lock or the 7/8-9/0 buttons to lock the doors (depending on the vehicle being discussed). The doors will lock. Try it and see.

I don't do that often, but it does come in handy at times.

You are correct that we can not lock the vehicle with the keyfob in it by using the power door lock button on the inside door panel or the touch sensor on the door handles.

Good luck.

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[A7thson]

Are you on the F150 forum as well? Someone posted this same question and sparked off a huge debate.

 

[bbf2530]

Are you on the F150 forum as well? Someone posted this same question and sparked off a huge debate.

Hi A7. If you are asking a question of someone in particular, quote their post or mention their screen name. Otherwise, we have no idea who you are "talking" to.

Good luck.

 

[olderbudweiser]

Hi NJRonbo. That is the beauty of the Keyless Entry Keypad. You can leave your keyfob in the vehicle (safely hidden, away from the ignition), close the door, then press the lock or the 7/8-9/0 buttons to lock the doors (depending on the vehicle being discussed). The doors will lock. Try it and see.

I don't do that often, but it does come in handy at times.

You are correct that we can not lock the vehicle with the keyfob in it by using the power door lock button on the inside door panel or the touch sensor on the door handles.

Good luck.

What is kinda odd is one can purchase the key pad from Ford parts department. Vehicle needs a little reflash and off you go.
That being said not sure I work stick one on the side of a 55K vehicle door. But for the low end Ranger/F150/Maverick type vehicles. It works fine.

 

[C Krohn]

I had to use mine when the vehicle wouldn't recognize my key fob; I had to place the fob in the designated space to start the car. It happened with both my cars at the same location. Apparently some kind of interference at that location.

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[olderbudweiser]

I had to use mine when the vehicle wouldn't recognize my key fob; I had to place the fob in the designated space to start the car. It happened with both my cars at the same location. Apparently some kind of interference at that location.

I have heard about that happening. I've not experienced that. But you are not alone.

 

[afh3]

I have heard about that happening. I've not experienced that. But you are not alone.

There is a business location here that is directly behind the local TV station antenna-farm for several broadcasters.

I challenge anyone to get success with an RF access token at that lot.

Another good reason for the keypad, to be sure.

 

[bbf2530]

What is kinda odd is one can purchase the key pad from Ford parts department. Vehicle needs a little reflash and off you go.
That being said not sure I work stick one on the side of a 55K vehicle door. But for the low end Ranger/F150/Maverick type vehicles. It works fine.

Hi olderbudweiser. Just as an FYI for the inevitable questions...lol: The stick on keyless keypad you are referring to works the same as a new IKT keyfob. It needs to be programmed to the vehicle, along with all existing keyfobs to work.

Hope this helps others and good luck.

 

[olderbudweiser]

Hi olderbudweiser. Just as an FYI for the inevitable questions...lol: The stick on keyless keypad you are referring to works the same as a new IKT keyfob. It needs to be programmed to the vehicle, along with all existing keyfobs to work.

Hope this helps others and good luck.

As I recall some member in the Maverick Truck club figured out how to do this with FORSCAN. As opposed to paying the dealer.

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[bbf2530]

As I recall some member in the Maverick Truck club figured out how to do this with FORSCAN. As opposed to paying the dealer.

Hi olderbudweiser. The stick on Keyless Keypad available from Lincoln/Ford works exactly like a new keyfob. If the vehicle owner has two programmed keyfobs in their possesion (as with any new vehicle), they can program the stick on Keyless Keypad themself by following the instructions in the Owners Manual.

A Lincoln/Ford Dealer or FORScan is not needed at all, unless the vehicle owner only has one programmed keyfob in their possession. The same as programming new keyfobs.

Perhaps the member in the Maverick Truck Club only had one programmed keyfob in their possession. If that was the case, then yes, they would need FORScan or the Dealer.

Good luck.

 

[olderbudweiser]

Hi olderbudweiser. The stick on Keyless Keypad available from Lincoln/Ford works exactly like a new keyfob. If the vehicle owner has two programmed keyfobs in their possesion (as with any new vehicle), they can program the stick on Keyless Keypad themself by following the instructions in the Owners Manual.

A Lincoln/Ford Dealer or FORScan is not needed at all, unless the vehicle owner only has one programmed keyfob in their possession. The same as programming new keyfobs.

Perhaps the member in the Maverick Truck Club only had one programmed keyfob in their possession. If that was the case, then yes, they would need FORScan or the Dealer.

Good luck.

Does this work the same if you have keys? Not just the push start fobs?

 

[bbf2530]

Does this work the same if you have keys? Not just the push start fobs?

Hi olderbudweiser. The Lincoln/Ford stick on Keyless Keypad is usually is compatible with Lincoln/Ford vehicles that operate with a remote control. In fact, it was introduced/released before push-start vehicles were even a thing.

However, things do change, so it would be best for everyone to not take my word for it, and check with the Parts Department at your Lincoln Dealership (or even a Ford Dealership), before purchasing.

Good luck.

 

[heywardjr]

I use this regularly. I have friends that have other brands and they always tell me they think that keypad is great. It comes in handy particularly if I have not brought my phone or key fob if working out in the yard and need something out of the car.