Key Programming

[Wess]

Can anyone other than Ford program new keys. I only have one (can't do it myself), and don't want to pay the $82 to have them program a new one.

 

[Fast 3.4]

I believe Ford is the only place. Its a shame you don't live closer to Jersey, you could come to my dealership and you could be my "customer", and get your key done for like $30 bucks.

 

[Glen Cleeton]

I found this "how to" while running some searches on the PATS keys. I hope it proves useful, apparently the process is the same for all Ford PATS with the caveat that you will need two originals if your car is a 1998 or later model.

Program a PATS Key
http://fordf150.net/howto/patskey.htm

I've not tried it yet due to the need of first getting a PATS blank (or two) cut.

Cheers
GC

<small>[ January 13, 2003, 10:45 AM: Message edited by: Glen Cleeton ]</small>

 

[Fast 3.4]

Thats good news for 96-98 SHOs, but Wess still needs to tke his SHO to a dealership. I guess its good the the keys for 99 up fords and Mercs are so secure, its just a pian to have it done, and it can be pricey.

 

[Wess]

Fast 3.4:
I believe Ford is the only place. Its a shame you don't live closer to Jersey, you could come to my dealership and you could be my "customer", and get your key done for like $30 bucks.

How far are you from DC/ Baltimore?

 

[Fast 3.4]

I am about 3 hrs south of D.C. Map Quest can show precise directions. Click on my home page to see my address.

<small>[ January 13, 2003, 02:47 PM: Message edited by: Fast 3.4 ]</small>

 

[Wess]

I called the dealer where I got my SHO back in August. The sales guy that sold me the car no longer worked there, but I talked to another rep and explained my situation. Without any hassle, he offered to do the key and service at cost. $12 for the key, $36 for the programming.

Thanks for the help!

 

[Fast 3.4]

Thats a good price bud, saves you a trip to Jersey! thumbs_u

<small>[ January 14, 2003, 10:27 AM: Message edited by: Fast 3.4 ]</small>