2014-2018 Ford Transit Connect DIY Remote Start System
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True vehicle-specific systems with no plugs or harnesses to sort through intended for other Ford models, so there’s never any guesswork, computer programming, or manuals to download before installation. No detours, just a direct route from delivery to your Transit Connect following the step-by-step installation guide our techs have mapped out for you.
Here is a summary of the 2014–2018 Ford Transit Connect Remote Start System (Model F4-2K) Programming Procedure:
This procedure outlines the two-stage programming procedure for installing the Model F4-2K remote start system in a 2014–2018 Ford Transit Connect Remote Start System. It requires two original equipment manufacturer (OEM) keys.
Key Steps:
1. Module Activation (Steps 1–3):
Initial Activation: With nothing plugged into the module, press and hold the small black push-button while plugging in just the 4-pin plug: Continue holding the button in while the LEDs alternately flash, ONLY release the button at the exact moment both the BLUE and RED LEDs illuminate together at the same time. Next, plug in the remaining three connectors to their matching colored ports on the module.
2. System-to-Vehicle Programming (Steps Ford DIY Remote Starter Kits 4–6):
Begin with the driver's door open and no key in the ignition (the driver's door must remain open throughout steps 4–6.
Insert Key #1, turn the ignition to the ON position (without starting the vehicle), wait 3–5 seconds after hearing the key chime, then turn OFF and remove Key #1:
Within 5 seconds, insert Key #2, and again turn the ignition to the ON position, wait 3–5 seconds after the chime, then turn OFF and remove Key #2:
Module Sync: Within 5 seconds of removing Key #2, press and hold in the module's programming button until the ignition turns ON automatically, then release the button: In response:
The RED LED Flashes rapidly 10 times to confirm ignition and module connections.
Then the BLUE LED Flashes rapidly to confirm the OBD2 T-harness connection.
Shortly after, the ignition will automatically turn OFF to complete the process.
Activation & Testing:
Close all doors and the hood, lock the vehicle with the OEM remote, and wait at least 1 minute: Depending on system configuration, activate remote start by pressing either LOCK times or the LOCK/UNLOCL/LOCK sequence on the factory remote.
