Depending on the age and model of your car, you may be able to program a replacement yourself. The procedure for do-it-yourself key fob programming can vary: Some automakers provide instructions in their owner's manuals. The catch is you may need two working key fobs to expedite the procedure or perform it at all.
Can you program a Ford key yourself?
First you will need both of the programmed keys that came with the vehicle. If you do not have both, you will not be able to program the key yourself. You will need to go to the dealer to have it done. If you have both keys, put one of the already programmed keys into the ignition.
How do you program a Ford key fob with only one key?
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How much does a Ford Focus key fob cost?
If you have to pay for replacements, you will spend anywhere from $50 to $250 per item for properly programmed transmitter keys and/or fobs. You can do this through your local Ford dealership or your local locksmith.
How do I order a key for my Ford Focus?
- Contact or visit your authorized Ford Dealership. (Help me locate a dealer.)
- Give the Dealer your Vehicle Identification Number. (See Quick tip below.)
- You will then be provided with a new coded spare or replacement key. *
How much do key fobs cost to replace?
“The cost to replace the latest key fobs can cost as much as $400 or more depending on the brand. Then add another $20 to $130 to program the thing to work with your car and it could add up to $500 in some cases,” said Mike Quincy, Auto Editor with Consumer Reports.
Can Ford make a key from the VIN?
Take the VIN number, a copy of your registration, and your driver's license to your nearest Ford dealer or service center. The service center will then be able to grind you a whole new key based on the VIN number of your Ford vehicle.
Does a Ford Focus have a chip in the key?
The answer is yes, there is. Many Ford model vehicles produced after the year 1995 come with one of these chips. To disengage it, You will likely need to contact a mechanic or a locksmith. The chip in more recent models can be progRammed to work with the key fob.
How do I program my 2014 Ford Focus key?
PRESS the driver or passenger power door LOCK button 3 times. PRESS and RELEASE the brake pedal 1 time. The INDICATOR on the START/STOP button should begin to rapidly flash, indicating Programming Mode has been entered. Within 1 minute, PRESS the START/STOP button on the vehicle.