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2016 FORD F-150
5.0L V8 Coyote•RWD•AUTOMATIC•gas
14 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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B0111low severityBody

Keyless Entry Receiver Circuit

on 2016 Ford F-150 5.0L V8 Coyote · RWD

What this code means

Malfunction in the keyless entry receiver module or its circuit. The receiver processes RF signals from the key fob.

Symptoms

  • Remote lock/unlock not working
  • No response from any key fob
  • Physical key still works

Common causes

  • Faulty receiver module
  • Antenna disconnected
  • Wiring damage to receiver
  • Receiver power supply issue

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test receiver power and ground
  2. Check antenna connection
  3. Test with key fob held near receiver
  4. Scan for BCM codes
  5. Swap receiver if possible

Repair notes

Replace keyless entry receiver module or repair antenna connection.

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