2002 ford explorer remote start

I am installing a DEI remote start in a 2002 Ford Explorer and I have a 1100x bypass but i tsays:

2002 Ford Explorer

Category:	Immobilizer Bypass
Required:	Yes
Type:	SecuriLock
Part#:	XK04
Notes:	When using the 1100X, a software change to 1100FM is needed.
Alternates:	1100F/1100X, 556SW, 556UW, DesignTech 20402, DesignTech 29402

what is the 1100fm, and what are the software changes?

ok whats your question????  If your confused, dont be.  The XK04 is another module that DEI is promoting since they recently aquired a company that sells these bypasses.  if you note, the 1100x needs its software changed via the program that you download on directechs.  You do need to the usb boot cable to change the software.

what is the 1100fm?

Like others here have mentioned, the first thing is that you have to have two good keys for that Explorer no matter what. If you only have one key right now, unfortunately, you'll want to have another one made. I personally haven't installed an 1100X, or an XK04. They both require that several careful wire connections be made to the car. The 556S is simply a 556U (the universal, key-in-the-box style bypass module), with a blank Ford key already installed inside. If you already have a 556U or similar, you can make your own 556S by just putting a Ford key inside. It can even be a used key from the junkyard, and it doesn't matter if it's Ford, Mercury, or Lincoln, but it must have the long-style head, like your Explorer key does. My preference would be for one of those last two options, because they are easier to install, less intrusive to the car, and cheaper. However, Fords are especially sensitive to where you place that wire ring around the key cylinder, especially in cold areas----the wired-in solutions don't have that problem.

thanks guys this is good info.

we would use a ppkf1 on that vehicle. 5 wire data hookup.. pretty simple, just follow the instructions.. you can get these from bypasskit.  same as a flashed xk04.

vitrox wrote: we would use a ppkf1 on that vehicle. 5 wire data hookup.. pretty simple, just follow the instructions.. you can get these from bypasskit. same as a flashed xk04.

Not trying to step on toes here, but if using the bypasskit.com interfaces the PKF1 does not work on that 02 Explorer...the PKU-F2 (uses a ring like a universal bypass) and the PKF3 (ties into the data wires) will work. As stated earlier, both of these bypasses require 2 working keys to program.Installer, IT support, and FFL. I need less hobbies.