Adding a wireless entry Keypad without factory remote start

[Bronco Master]

Hello! so I recently redeemed my FordPass Points For a wireless entry keypad for Vehicles without factory remote start (Which my base does not have remote start). I have scoured the internet for HOURS with no info on this. I'm thinking about taking to ford dealer but I'd rather do it myself without a cost.

Any ideas?

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[RagnarKon]

It is possible to install it yourself; you need a J2534 adapter, Windows laptop, and a FDRS (Ford Diagnostic and Repair System) license.

FDRS is the same software Ford dealers use, and it is $50 for a 2-day license. A J2534 adapter that isn't complete garbage costs around $600. There is cheaper J2534 adapters that cost around $120 - $150... but they can be very iffy when it comes to actually functioning properly with FDRS, and I have bricked a few modules before while programming with the cheaper adapters. So up to you if you want to take that risk.

Unfortunately the combined cost of the cheaper J2534 adapters, plus the FDRS license will run you close the $200 mark, and that's roughly what a dealership will (or should) charge you. So ultimately you won't really be saving a ton of money in the end.

 

[Bronco Master]

It is possible to install it yourself; you need a J2534 adapter, Windows laptop, and a FDRS (Ford Diagnostic and Repair System) license.

FDRS is the same software Ford dealers use, and it is $50 for a 2-day license. A J2534 adapter that isn't complete garbage costs around $600. There is cheaper J2534 adapters that cost around $120 - $150... but they can be very iffy when it comes to actually functioning properly with FDRS, and I have bricked a few modules before while programming with the cheaper adapters. So up to you if you want to take that risk.

Unfortunately the combined cost of the cheaper J2534 adapters, plus the FDRS license will run you close the $200 mark, and that's roughly what a dealership will (or should) charge you. So ultimately you won't really be saving a ton of money in the end.

I think ill do the dealer

Thanks btw

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