Key Cutting Prices SUCK

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redSHO96

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So I only recieved one set of keys for my SHO so I went to get another key made. Of course i had to go to Ford since the key has that computer chip or whatever. The guy tells me since its the 2nd key its the most expensive one to make short of the original. I get the bill and it ran me $118.64 for ONE KEY. I was disgusted, i didnt pay that much for my alignment and brakejob.
 

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redSHO96 said:
So I only recieved one set of keys for my SHO so I went to get another key made. Of course i had to go to Ford since the key has that computer chip or whatever. The guy tells me since its the 2nd key its the most expensive one to make short of the original. I get the bill and it ran me $118.64 for ONE KEY. I was disgusted, i didnt pay that much for my alignment and brakejob.

Hope it also included a jar of vasoline.:laugh_ti:

You can pick up the transponder keys off ebay or at any local locksmith. Since you have a 96 you can program the new one with only one original (different story for the 98 and up).

I purchased two Ford logo transponder keys off ebay and then had them cut at my local locksmith for 1.00 ea. Then I programed them in the parking lot in leaa than 1 minute.
 

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Chris,
Where can I find out about the key programing. I have the same problem with my 97, only one key.
 

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NOTE: Service control modules require only one key to be programmed before allowing the vehicle to start. If a control module is changed, the technician must inform the customer to program any additional keys using the Spare Key Programming procedure detailed in the Owner Guide.



The system has capacity to store a maximum of 16 keys. After the initial key has been programmed or using any programmed key, follow the steps below:

NOTE: Encoded keys must have correct mechanical key cut for vehicle.



Cycle ignition switch from RUN to OFF with a programmed key.
Within 15 seconds after this cycle, insert a new encoded key into ignition switch and turn to RUN or START.
If programming is successful, the THEFT Indicator will illuminate for two seconds and the control module will enable the vehicle to start.
Repeat until all chosen keys have been programmed, up to 16 keys total.
If programming is not successful, the THEFT Indicator will:
Flash for one minute if no key code is received. The key is either damaged or is a non-encoded key. (Try a new key and start procedure over again.)

Flash for 15 minutes if key code is received yet vehicle is disabled. The key was not programmed successfully. Start procedure over again.

If programming is not successful, possibly the new key was not inserted within 15 seconds, all 16 key codes have been stored, or the key is a non-encoded key. If the key was not encoded or inserted within 15 seconds, repeat procedure.
 

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My dad is a Locksmith and when i owned my 97 it was free to get a second key made but he said the max he could charge soemone for that key if 45 bucks....you got owned!
 

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Son of a *****... I knew I should have brought it up with you guys before hand. I just figured eh I need the key so its gonna cost me. its only $16 for anymore keys from them... now that I payed enough to have all 16 possible keys made at once..
 

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SHOZ123 said:
NOTE: Service control modules require only one key to be programmed before allowing the vehicle to start. If a control module is changed, the technician must inform the customer to program any additional keys using the Spare Key Programming procedure detailed in the Owner Guide.



The system has capacity to store a maximum of 16 keys. After the initial key has been programmed or using any programmed key, follow the steps below:

NOTE: Encoded keys must have correct mechanical key cut for vehicle.



Cycle ignition switch from RUN to OFF with a programmed key.
Within 15 seconds after this cycle, insert a new encoded key into ignition switch and turn to RUN or START.
If programming is successful, the THEFT Indicator will illuminate for two seconds and the control module will enable the vehicle to start.
Repeat until all chosen keys have been programmed, up to 16 keys total.
If programming is not successful, the THEFT Indicator will:
Flash for one minute if no key code is received. The key is either damaged or is a non-encoded key. (Try a new key and start procedure over again.)

Flash for 15 minutes if key code is received yet vehicle is disabled. The key was not programmed successfully. Start procedure over again.

If programming is not successful, possibly the new key was not inserted within 15 seconds, all 16 key codes have been stored, or the key is a non-encoded key. If the key was not encoded or inserted within 15 seconds, repeat procedure.

SHOZ123 is this for 96 only or for all the years?
 

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The above is for '96-'97.

'98 and '99 take two existing keys to do the same thing.
 

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SHOgirl20 said:
No he didn't...That's how much every dealer charges for a key:evilgrin:

my moms windstar has a similar key that requires programing like that and a replacement only cost her her $60 therefore in my opinion he got *****.
 
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Forum rule #1: No burnouts

Forum rule #2: ALWAYS check the forum first

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lol thanx for the rules to follow. Ive yet to get my car past a wheel hop under heavy acceleration (pulling out into fast moving traffic going up hill). That sounds bad, but I really dont push it at all I kinda drive like an old guy as Im afraid its gonna break if I give it ****. And yes I now know to check to forum as I have started to if you havent noticed my plethera of random dumb questions in like every section of the forum
 

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go figure you need two keys for a 99, i have one
 
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