It longest the key fob it's programmable to 315 megahertz you shouldn't be having problems to program the key fobs even the switch blade type key fobs.
This was very helpful! I bought my two keys on Amazon (on which work great so far) for under 30$. The dealership wanted to charge me $300 just for one key! Along with programming. I did it all myself thanks to your video.
I suggest that in a future video, you emphasize, progammig multiple FOBS with key programming first before programming the remote buttons. Great video, many thanks, guidance was excellent!! My experience was 100%!
Wait, he didn't say to do ignition before remote buttons. I have 2 new keys and I did the remote buttons first and they worked fine but now the ignitioins on the new keys aren't programming. Could it be because the order of programming was switched. If so, any way to wipe the new keys and start over?
@@Hindsight101 Wait, he didn't say to do ignition before remote buttons. I have 2 new keys and I did the remote buttons first and they worked fine but now the ignitioins on the new keys aren't programming. Could it be because the order of programming was switched. If so, any way to wipe the new keys and start over?
Appreciate your helpful information and videos. You helped me out when, after having to change my keys batteries, it had to be reprogrammed. Ty again, Happy New Year
The remote start was the trick, worked great thanks for the two key function. E-bay special 12.99 Tax got the car started with the new one but it shows invalid key code on the display lol!
Thank you so much ,lost my spare key on my Mercury Grand Marquis which has a remote starter that acted like a spare key like you said in your video,which let me program another key on my first try because i had another key.I thought i was done until you let us know a remote starter acts like a key
I have a working key for my Ford pick up truck, but the remote buttons do not work. Can I still program a new key the same way? And the key that the remote buttons are not working, does crank the vehicle up.
Help!!! What if I have two keys but the metal part of one broke off and I lost it? Am I screwed and gotta go to the dealership? They are so high priced. Thank you for any information you can provide. I love my little fiesta. 2016 SE. Thank you Thank you. To be clear the metal portion of key which enters the ignition is what I lost. Can I purchase this part?
Unless you have remote start that is an option. Check the notes section for more info on that. But if not you will need to go and get a key made. There maybe cheaper places in your area besides the dealership but that I can't help with.
Question please. I have a 2011 Ford Explorer with two working keys that start the car, but the keys (lock/unlock) buttons on the fob do not work on both keys. Will I still be able to program the key as well the fob functions to the two new keys? Thanks in advance for your response.
Great content. I just have one problem with my Focus Mk2: I have 3 keys, two of which have immo while the 3rd doesn't. After following your tutorial, I get immo on the 3rd key working, but it's only temporary. If I use the central locking with any of my 3 keys, the immo functionality of my 3rd key is reset. Any tips? I'd really like to avoid dealership since they're charging way more than necessary. Thanks and cheers
Hello and thank you for the super helpful videos. I have lost all of my car keys to my ford escape, so I do not have any working/programmed keys to being with. Is is still possible to do this method if I buy and cut two new keys from ebay? Seeing if I can avoid that $300 dealership + towing cost.lol
Great question, I had to look this one up. So it seems that you can use someone else's used key as long as its the right key model for your vehicle. But it may not always work. So your mileage may vary.
Thanks for the 2 videos I watched them both. Very informative. Question though: Are you sure about needing 2 programmed keys in order 2 program additional keys/fobs? I've been needing to do this to get a 2nd key. And I've seen videos with others doing the same thing as you, but with only one key. Just need to make sure before I spend money at the dealer or ruin my one and only current key.
Check out these 2 links: If you only have one key this product might work for you geni.us/gC3JOG (amazon) How To Program A Ford Transponder Chip Key With Only 1 Key and A Remote Start System: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Wau1sGahRT8.html
Thanks for the great information. Just seems strange that you have to have 2 working keys. I need a new key because I only have one key. If I had 2 working keys, I wouldn’t need a new one! I guess it’s to prevent dishonest valet parkers, etc. from making duplicates.
Great content but the biggest question for guys like me is what are our options if you only Have 1 key and would like to get another programmed? I’m still unclear on what the options are? For those you already have 2 working keys and need a 3rd seems easy breezy. In my case I need all new keys programmed since I had to change my ECM.
Question for you....If I have lost a key, or it got stolen, and only have one key left...can i reprogram just that one I have and will that wipe the lost/stolen key from the car and not make it work any longer? I know it will still unlock the car with the key itself, but will it make the buttons no longer work and make that key unable to start the car? For reference, I have a 2011 Ford Escape
You need two working keys to program a third key. If you reprogram a keys fob (the buttons) then it will erase all the other fobs if not reprogram at the same time
@@Hindsight101 Got it. But is there a way to erase the stolen key so it won’t start the vehicle? I get that the fob can be wiped and the the key will still unlock the door, but curious about the ignition. Thanks!
thanks for the videos i have 2010 f150 and i have two new key fobs and i was able to program them . i followed the steps in your video to program to start my truck but i was not successful what may have i done wrong?
Hi! I have two original keys that both used to work and both stopped being able to start the car. I’ve tried changing the batteries on both keys. I get a “system start fault” error when I try to start with either key. But the buttons work fine on both keys. Does this sound like the keys both need to be reprogrammed to you? What do you think? Trying to figure out if a third key is the answer or if I need to go to the dealership. I so appreciate both videos by the way!
By hitting the brake, does the truck still start? I hit the break, but the truck still starts. Will the truck be running when you put in the good key? We tried different scenarios, no luck. If the key does program, will it make the locks move as it programming?
I have a question I have two cars and one has one T1 has two keys the card I want to have two keys only has one if I take the ignition out of that one car and put it in the other one Mighty Bob program together car
Do you know if programming a new key will allow me to clear the MyKey restrictions on my 2015 Ford F150? One of my two keys broke a while back and I guess it was the admin key - because I mistakenly activated the MyKey restrictions, and now I can't clear them off. Thank you!
Hello Mine is Ford Fusion 2012 se While programming two new key fobs, something went wrong probably I pressed other keys than the lock key. Anyway, now the original key works fine. but the problem is : the light that indicates pairing mode is flashing every 2.5 seconds, if the original key is entered it stops flashing and can be turned on. BUT if the misprogrammed key is entered its flashing pace increases to ~ 3 times every second. The newly misprogrammed keys can lock/unlock doors but they will not open the trunk or turn the car on. I try the following but neither worked 1- Discount the battery overnight 2- switching the original key on/off and Entering programming mode and let the car exit pairing mode by itself. Please help, is there a way that let me exit the programming mode and/or reprogram the new misprogrammed keys?
Can the key be programmed as a valet key only? Valet will start the vehicle and unlock the door, but will not unlock glove box or, with an F-150, unlock access to the spare tire.
Hello Derrick! I've watched your video with key programming for ford and I try it my self. Like in your video, I followed your steps and i managed to program the third key. I start the car with the third key, it starts, but ONLY for the first time, then when I turn off the car, and tried to start it again with the third key, it doesn't start, like the key is not programmed, can you give me any advice with this problem? I have a ford focus 2007
Hi, I apologize for my English. I have a 2015 Ford Focus. I have one original key. There is no function to start from the remote control. Can I register a new key myself?
If you want to program the remote control then you can do it with one key. Follow the second part of the video and turn the key 8 times then press a button on the remote. Also, make sure the remote has a working battery. If you want to program a key you will need to keys that work for you Focus to program a third key. See this video ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-0TLCMvSxnys.html
My key is working great, but not the buttons, I change the battery and it start working again but after 4 days it stop working. It is a 2010 ford edge, so the key and FOB are 1 pice Can I just buy a separate FOB and program it or I need 1 that already works
Have a question about your programming a key fob key. Recently purchased a 2015 Ford Explorer XLT I just ordered it two different type keys with key fob attached.. do I have to program the key first before the key fob part or can it all be done at one time
i attempted to program my 2012 ford 150 lariat. I only have one key but it does have an engine start button. I attempted to push the brake before it started but was unsuccessful in stopping the engine from starting. It appears that the engine starting is a deal breaker. I even pushed the brake before pushing the engine start buttons but to no avail. How do I push the start button on the key fob without it starting.
Unfortunately I am not too familiar with this method, did you check out the video in my description - How To Program A Ford Transponder Chip Key With Only 1 Key and A Remote Start System: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Wau1sGahRT8.html
Bought a 2014 Explorer xlt with nonworking aftermarket remote starter. The two keys do not have a remote start symbol. Even so, do those two keys contain the internal button required for a Ford oem remote starter, or would I need new keys with the identified remote starter symbol? I don't want extra off brand fobs on the keys if possible, and would like Ford equipment if possible.
Hi Derrick, like your vids, just stumbled onto your channel searching for solutions to my problem, I did subscribe. I just had to replace the battery in my 2011 Ford Explorer and after that the car won’t start saying “starting system fault”. There was no starting issues prior to having the battery replaced!🤷🏻♂️ However, I thought the key fob may have lost connections with the car so I gave your instructions a go and got the lock/unlock doors activation to function but the car still will not start!🤷🏻♂️ I only have one key so was not trying to program another key, just trying to get the one I have to work thinking it’s the problem! Any help is appreciated. The dealer don’t have a mobile service and said I’ll have to get the car to them, that’s a tow truck cost plus the chunk the dealer garage will charge!😤Thanks anyone!🙏🏼
Hey thanks for the subscribe. I think your issue is your are going to have to find a way to get it to the dealer or someone to come out to you because I think the key is no longer programmed to your car. I don't know of a way to do it without having a working key
@@Hindsight101 Tks for the reply Bud, it was the key which was my thought as well! I got a third party business to come to me and program a new chip key and separate fob, took about 15mins and about 325 smackaroos and a tip to get the job done, the car came right back to Life!👍🏼 lt’s cheaper than what the dealer cost would’ve been! Btw, I’m from the Cayman Islands🇰🇾 and the business is Pimped Auto that came through for me💪🏼in case anyone may be interested!
@@Hindsight101 Hey Derrick, Tks for the advice but why can’t it be done with one working key? It’ll still cost me to get another working key programmed so don’t think there’ll be any savings gained!🤷🏻♂️ Albeit, there’s a convenience gain I guess!
Derrick when i look at some key fobs on amazon it says 2 original keys required . I have 1 original that the open button stopped working. I have a 2nd key made with no fob because of price it does start my truck. So by your video this should work. Is this correct? Thanks
Ok I have two keys. But...One of the keys the blade fell off somewhere. I am screwed? My luck I am. Why in the hell does it always have to have bullshit like this.... $$$$$.. locksmith said 50 bucks. I still dont want to pay 50 for this procedure. It's just bullshit. I have both heads why cant I simply have a new blade cut? 50 dollar is 50 dollars. My income is tight. Thank you for an informative video. I dont blame you for the manufacturer doing this. Thank you again.
Ever since they started putting chips in keys because of security feature it's made it a lot harder to do things yourself if you did lose the piece with the chip in it then yes you'll have to go to the dealership or locksmith $50 is actually a good price because other places will charg close to $300
Have you ran into the "Starting System Fault"? I was able to cut the key, it turns and lights up my dashboard but it will not start the truck. I've also tried the turning the key 8 times method ad well. When I insert the 3rd "new" key, it functions the same programming as locks and unlocks, but the buttons do not work and does not start the truck. I have a 2014Raptor with the IKT SA stamped on the back of they key.
@@Hindsight101 Thanks for fast reply. I got the keys from Amazon like 2 years ago. I deactivated the MYKey(thats why i Needed a new key) with ForScan, but finally got around to program this new key. I'm going to try and use ForScan to program the new key.
@@Hindsight101 I was able to get the ignition to start with the ForScan software. Now, I can't get the buttons to work. I tried the cycling 8times and the doors never locked or unlocked. I'll keep trying.
how do program a key for 2018 Ford C-Max to start and remote (doors, etc.) I bought the extra keys and had them cut at the lockshop ... it will turn in door and starter (but have 'Fault' starting the car.
@@Hindsight101 Ok, so this is completely useless to me. I only have one key and most people only have one key. That's why they/we are trying to program another one.
I have one key fob and a blank key that will unlock and go in the ignition and turn my truck on but won't actually start the engine. Will this work to program an additional key fob since I'm not actually starting my truck during the programming process? Thanks
Take a look at these If you only have one key this product might work for you geni.us/gC3JOG (amazon) How To Program A Ford Transponder Chip Key With Only 1 Key and A Remote Start System: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Wau1sGahRT8.html
I want to fix my buttons, lock and unlock, my car starts... can I fix that and do I need a 2nd key to reprogram my buttons? I was turning my key a few times to start my car 2012 Ford Edge and then my unlock button stop working..
Hello Derrick! the key fob in one of my original keys was damaged and after watching your video I decided to purchase a blank key from Amazon and I was able to programmed it following the steps you described in you video and now I got 3 working keys with the key fob attached, Thank you very much!!! Now I’m trying to program a 4th key (It’s just a regular key without the key fob attached) and for wherever reason I can’t get it programmed, any tips that will help me to program this key??
@@Hindsight101 it's just a blank "ford key" I got from the locksmith that cut the replacement key I bought from Amazon. Do the key needs to have a key fob to be able to be programmed?
@@cyclest9300 hay my brother I have a car with no original key. It's lost. You say I need two key that work to do it. If I have the lock Smith to cut me a new key that's compatible, will it work even thoe the key I had cut has not been programmed. That's my question when you say two working keys? Do you mean two keys that turns the car ignition to run or on position? I need you to explain the two keys.
I checked couple of videos but not able to find specific video related to my case. If you could help and point to specific video will be great help. Thanks in advance
I followed the process that you mentioned. The key is programmed but fob buttons(lock/unlock) are not working. After turning the ignition on and off 8 times, the lock sound suggested that programming mode is on but new key fob buttons didn't work. Can you please guide what could go wrong or if there is a separate process for explorer 2015
This was helpful. I have 2 keys for my 2011 Fusion, one with fob that the battery died and one normal key that still works to start the ignition... but I received both from a locksmith last year who programmed them for me, so not the originals... hmm 🤔 still perplexed.
You need two working keys to program a third key since you only have one working key this will not work you’ll have to go back to that locksmith or the dealership
@@Hindsight101 I have two working keys to start engine.Tried your first video.Wanted to add Third key with fob.Got it cut.Then used Original keyfob then one transponder key.Waited 5sec....etc. then tried third keyfob. Still not programmed. What could be the problem. I have a 2008 Ford Fusion. Anxious to program my new keyfob. Would love your advice.
But I have 2 keys and one stopped working after replacing the Battery. It still starts the car when holding it close to the console. This is for a push button start 2012 Focus Ti.
I have a ford F150 with remote start. but only one key. so the remote start on my key fob will suffice as a 2nd key? how can I test this and do I need a part # for the key fob? how do I go about getting the key cut in order to program it? the local locksmith wants over $100 just to cut the key. then another $40 to program it. the local ford dealer in the svd dept said he would cut a key for me at a cost of $10 if I provided him with a blank. in what order do I do all this. ? Im assuming i have to get it cut first and then can you confirm if I order the correct blank and he cuts it - that should work for the proramming part? I've read stories that if you do it wrong - it may cause your original to stop working?
You can’t really test it you just have to try and see if it works. I would go with the cheapest place that will cut the key but if the cheap place messes up you have to get a new key. You will need to cut the key first
I have the spare key woth no fob for my 2002 ranger. I know because my vehicle limits out at 90mph. Will this method still work to program a new cut key fob?
So I have a problem with my 2013 Ford Exploerer, where I have both keys. They are both Admin keys, just one doesn't start but unlocks and locks perfect. The other works fine. What would I do to reprogram the key that doesn't start the car?
Well I was wondering one of my keys just stopped working. It probably got deprogrammed or something. It locks/unlock and panic work fine. It just doesn't turn on the ignition. But it beeps and gives all the warnings. What do you think I could do about that? Go to the dealership? Thank you so much for the quick response
@@MnDisease have you tried checking the battery? But yeah you might have to go to a dealership or if there's a local place that does keys as well that might be cheaper
Bought a new uncut key for a Ford 2013 Edge. Had it cut. Programmed the FOB using the 2-factory key method. Lock, Unlock, and Alarm buttons work. Key will open doors and turn ignition on. Key WILL NOT start the vehicle.
@@Hindsight101 I bought it from remotesremotes.com through Amazon. I checked the VIN with Ford and then talked to customer service about it. They could not get the key to work. The dealership wants $280 for a replacement. sigh. I gave up.
got a question, i got a 2013 ford taurus sel and only have a key with no fob. could i get another key made and then program a key fob without going to the dealer?
@@Hindsight101 im going to have other key made so i can have 2 (only have the one now) so when i get the other key made. i could program the key fob myself?
Thanks for both of your videos. I wanted to ask another question...Are you familiar with the Simple Key key programmer? It allows you to program a second (actually up to 4) key even if you only have one original ford key. Do you know if the simple key actually creates another administrative key (ie allows you to make more keys using the ford factory programming mode)?
@@Hindsight101 I'll answer my own question...I will answer my own question...Once you make the 2nd key using the simple key programmer, you can follow the standard Ford programming method (insert first programmed key, insert second programmed key, insert unprogrammed key) to program additional keys without the use of the smart programmer. So the Smart Key Programmer does make a key that the security system recognizes as an "administrative key". Also, for the extra keys, I was able to purchase a generic key from E-bay and program it as a 3rd key...there wasn't a need to buy another specific smart key blank. I hope this helps others!
I bought used 2011 Ford Escape XLT 4WD but it doesn't come with the key fob. I'm little bit concerned and don't know if all models support key fob or not. Ford dealership just said if it doesn't come with key fob then it doesn't support this functionality
Hi I got my keys cut at hardware store, I was able to program the key fob I followed the same steps to program the new key but I’m getting the same error message every time “Key can’t program “ Any ideas?
Most people have no more than and need no more than two keys. Having a third key is completely impractical. It looks like I'm probably going to have to March down to Ford and pay them their lousy $100 to program one lousy key
@@Hindsight101 it's the original key but different fob...I'm saying when I turn key 8 times nothing happens for I can even see if the fob will work or not.....
Are you sure the fob is compatible with your vehicle and did you follow the steps in this video ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-IYPCsoQYTrw.html
@@Hindsight101 it's actually the key....when you said do it 8 times then we will hear it lock the thing is it never locks....that's the key that came with the vehicle....
Seems like these Car locksmiths know their craft.I was about to order an OBD2 key programmer but I took the third key to locksmith here in Chicago.Cost me $75.The OBD2 device would have cost me about the same but the locksmith did it with his OBD2 device.He didn’t explain to me why your method did not work. You’re video is great though.People have to get informed.He was finished in about five minutes.Lol
@@Hindsight101 ooh, its can be some training key fob? ))))) I dont think about this possibility) How U think: how many pcs. need to buy for find One which can work>)
I have an older ford fusion that uses the key that has the remote built into the base (the far left one you show at 2:09). Can I buy a newer switchblade style key/fob like below, and use this method to program it to my older car? www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01J47IIZ8?pf_rd_r=7KV5HR1NFAJ11RKFNFHM&pf_rd_p=5ae2c7f8-e0c6-4f35-9071-dc3240e894a8&pd_rd_r=8e60e9b8-b7f7-46c0-a63d-c1a0452f9cbe&pd_rd_w=xDW87&pd_rd_wg=prZoi&ref_=pd_gw_unk
Can you program a spare key with one working Ford key? AND the the first thing you say is that you must have two keys that work ... thanks for nothing ...
If you follow his provided link (which he referred to in the video) you will find a video from another gentleman who demonstrates the one-key-with-remote solution. It worked perfectly fine for me.
What if I have 2 keys but 1 is just a clone of the original key from when I first bought the car? Like I went to Home Depot or somewhere like that and they just made a copy of the original key.
