programing key

[2FAST2SHO]

i am just wondering how many keys do i need to program a new one

thanks for the help
louis

 

[Osiris]

For Ford to do it for you I think you need both.

If it's just the fob you an do that yourself.

It takes Ford about an hour to reprog the keys.

 

[SHOZ123]

Spare Key Programming

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.

 

[stephen newberg]

Having actually done this once, if you have two keys for the vehicle, you can program a new key yourself as described above. If you only have one key, then you have to go through the prodedure that is done at the Ford dealer, which is not as simple and is normally more costly. Obviously.

The best bet on cost, if you are concerned about a lost key in the future, is to get a third key and program it yourself and then put it in a drawer in case on of the two working keys gets lost. Of course, then you have to remember which drawer you put it in...

wink

pax, smn

 

[Wess]

What are dealerships charging for new keys? Where can I obtain a key that I can add myself?

 

[Ian Macoomb]

Wess:
What are dealerships charging for new keys? Where can I obtain a key that I can add myself?

I don't know about the dealerships but they are going for around $20 on e-bay.