Ford Key Programming
Good news for Ford owners — most Ford keys you can program yourself. Plain keyless remotes sync onboard; chip keys, remote-head keys, flip keys, and even push-to-start smart keys can be added at home if you already have two working keys (no tools). All keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Find your model below.
Find your Ford model
Tap your model, then match your key to the photo. Each picture links to that exact key if you need a replacement.
Ford Bronco
2021–2025 · Flip Key Partly DIY
Flip key — fold-out blade with the remote built in. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2021–2025 · Smart Key Partly DIY
Push-to-start smart key (Intelligent Access) — add one yourself if you have two working smart keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
Ford C-Max
2013–2017 · Transponder Chip Key Partly DIY
Ford chip key — add one yourself if you have two working keys (onboard, no tools, Ford’s built-in relearn); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2013–2019 · Remote-Head Key Partly DIY
Remote-head key — bladed key with the remote built into the head. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2013–2019 · Smart Key Partly DIY
Push-to-start smart key (Intelligent Access) — add one yourself if you have two working smart keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2013–2017 · Smart Key Partly DIY
Push-to-start smart key (Intelligent Access) — add one yourself if you have two working smart keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
Ford Crown Victoria
1998–2012 · Transponder Chip Key Partly DIY
Ford chip key — add one yourself if you have two working keys (onboard, no tools, Ford’s built-in relearn); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2007–2010 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Standalone keyless-entry remote — sync it yourself onboard in about 5 minutes, no tools. Steps below.
Ford EcoSport
2018–2022 · Transponder Chip Key Partly DIY
Ford chip key — add one yourself if you have two working keys (onboard, no tools, Ford’s built-in relearn); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2018–2022 · Flip Key Partly DIY
Flip key — fold-out blade with the remote built in. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2018–2025 · Smart Key Partly DIY
Push-to-start smart key (Intelligent Access) — add one yourself if you have two working smart keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
Ford Econoline
2008–2020 · Transponder Chip Key Partly DIY
Ford chip key — add one yourself if you have two working keys (onboard, no tools, Ford’s built-in relearn); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2003–2013 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Standalone keyless-entry remote — sync it yourself onboard in about 5 minutes, no tools. Steps below.
2004–2013 · Remote-Head Key Partly DIY
Remote-head key — bladed key with the remote built into the head. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
Ford Edge
2007–2020 · Transponder Chip Key Partly DIY
Ford chip key — add one yourself if you have two working keys (onboard, no tools, Ford’s built-in relearn); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2007–2015 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Standalone keyless-entry remote — sync it yourself onboard in about 5 minutes, no tools. Steps below.
2007–2015 · Remote-Head Key Partly DIY
Remote-head key — bladed key with the remote built into the head. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2010 · Remote-Head Key Partly DIY
Remote-head key — bladed key with the remote built into the head. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2011–2015 · Smart Key Partly DIY
Push-to-start smart key (Intelligent Access) — add one yourself if you have two working smart keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2015–2017 · Smart Key Partly DIY
Push-to-start smart key (Intelligent Access) — add one yourself if you have two working smart keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2017–2025 · Smart Key Partly DIY
Push-to-start smart key (Intelligent Access) — add one yourself if you have two working smart keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
Ford Escape
2001–2019 · Transponder Chip Key Partly DIY
Ford chip key — add one yourself if you have two working keys (onboard, no tools, Ford’s built-in relearn); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2000–2013 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Standalone keyless-entry remote — sync it yourself onboard in about 5 minutes, no tools. Steps below.
2005–2012 · Remote-Head Key Partly DIY
Remote-head key — bladed key with the remote built into the head. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2007–2019 · Remote-Head Key Partly DIY
Remote-head key — bladed key with the remote built into the head. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2020–2025 · Flip Key Partly DIY
Flip key — fold-out blade with the remote built in. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2020–2025 · Smart Key Partly DIY
Push-to-start smart key (Intelligent Access) — add one yourself if you have two working smart keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
Ford Escort
1999–2003 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Standalone keyless-entry remote — sync it yourself onboard in about 5 minutes, no tools. Steps below.
Ford Excursion
2000–2006 · Transponder Chip Key Partly DIY
Ford chip key — add one yourself if you have two working keys (onboard, no tools, Ford’s built-in relearn); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2000–2006 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Standalone keyless-entry remote — sync it yourself onboard in about 5 minutes, no tools. Steps below.
Ford Expedition
1997–2020 · Transponder Chip Key Partly DIY
Ford chip key — add one yourself if you have two working keys (onboard, no tools, Ford’s built-in relearn); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
1998–2011 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Standalone keyless-entry remote — sync it yourself onboard in about 5 minutes, no tools. Steps below.
2003–2017 · Remote-Head Key Partly DIY
Remote-head key — bladed key with the remote built into the head. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2009–2010 · Remote-Head Key Partly DIY
Remote-head key — bladed key with the remote built into the head. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2018–2020 · Flip Key Partly DIY
Flip key — fold-out blade with the remote built in. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2018–2025 · Smart Key Partly DIY
Push-to-start smart key (Intelligent Access) — add one yourself if you have two working smart keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2023–2025 · Smart Key Partly DIY
Push-to-start smart key (Intelligent Access) — add one yourself if you have two working smart keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
Ford Explorer
1998–2020 · Transponder Chip Key Partly DIY
Ford chip key — add one yourself if you have two working keys (onboard, no tools, Ford’s built-in relearn); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
1998–2015 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Standalone keyless-entry remote — sync it yourself onboard in about 5 minutes, no tools. Steps below.
2001–2015 · Remote-Head Key Partly DIY
Remote-head key — bladed key with the remote built into the head. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2007–2010 · Remote-Head Key Partly DIY
Remote-head key — bladed key with the remote built into the head. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2016–2017 · Remote-Head Key Partly DIY
Remote-head key — bladed key with the remote built into the head. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2016–2025 · Flip Key Partly DIY
Flip key — fold-out blade with the remote built in. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2011–2015 · Smart Key Partly DIY
Push-to-start smart key (Intelligent Access) — add one yourself if you have two working smart keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2016–2017 · Smart Key Partly DIY
Push-to-start smart key (Intelligent Access) — add one yourself if you have two working smart keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2018–2025 · Smart Key Partly DIY
Push-to-start smart key (Intelligent Access) — add one yourself if you have two working smart keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
Ford F-Series
1999–2020 · Transponder Chip Key Partly DIY
Ford chip key — add one yourself if you have two working keys (onboard, no tools, Ford’s built-in relearn); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
1998–2016 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Standalone keyless-entry remote — sync it yourself onboard in about 5 minutes, no tools. Steps below.
2004–2014 · Remote-Head Key Partly DIY
Remote-head key — bladed key with the remote built into the head. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2015–2017 · Remote-Head Key Partly DIY
Remote-head key — bladed key with the remote built into the head. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2015–2025 · Flip Key Partly DIY
Flip key — fold-out blade with the remote built in. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2015–2017 · Smart Key Partly DIY
Push-to-start smart key (Intelligent Access) — add one yourself if you have two working smart keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2017–2022 · Smart Key Partly DIY
Push-to-start smart key (Intelligent Access) — add one yourself if you have two working smart keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2023–2026 · Smart Key Partly DIY
Push-to-start smart key (Intelligent Access) — add one yourself if you have two working smart keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
Ford Fiesta
2011–2019 · Transponder Chip Key Partly DIY
Ford chip key — add one yourself if you have two working keys (onboard, no tools, Ford’s built-in relearn); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2011–2019 · Remote-Head Key Partly DIY
Remote-head key — bladed key with the remote built into the head. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2011–2019 · Smart Key Partly DIY
Push-to-start smart key (Intelligent Access) — add one yourself if you have two working smart keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
Ford Five Hundred
2005–2007 · Transponder Chip Key Partly DIY
Ford chip key — add one yourself if you have two working keys (onboard, no tools, Ford’s built-in relearn); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2005–2007 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Standalone keyless-entry remote — sync it yourself onboard in about 5 minutes, no tools. Steps below.
2007–2011 · Remote-Head Key Partly DIY
Remote-head key — bladed key with the remote built into the head. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2007–2008 · Remote-Head Key Partly DIY
Remote-head key — bladed key with the remote built into the head. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
Ford Flex
2009–2015 · Transponder Chip Key Partly DIY
Ford chip key — add one yourself if you have two working keys (onboard, no tools, Ford’s built-in relearn); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2009–2016 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Standalone keyless-entry remote — sync it yourself onboard in about 5 minutes, no tools. Steps below.
2007–2012 · Remote-Head Key Partly DIY
Remote-head key — bladed key with the remote built into the head. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2009–2018 · Remote-Head Key Partly DIY
Remote-head key — bladed key with the remote built into the head. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2013–2019 · Smart Key Partly DIY
Push-to-start smart key (Intelligent Access) — add one yourself if you have two working smart keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
Ford Focus
2000–2019 · Transponder Chip Key Partly DIY
Ford chip key — add one yourself if you have two working keys (onboard, no tools, Ford’s built-in relearn); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2000–2011 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Standalone keyless-entry remote — sync it yourself onboard in about 5 minutes, no tools. Steps below.
2008–2011 · Remote-Head Key Partly DIY
Remote-head key — bladed key with the remote built into the head. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2012–2019 · Remote-Head Key Partly DIY
Remote-head key — bladed key with the remote built into the head. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2012–2019 · Smart Key Partly DIY
Push-to-start smart key (Intelligent Access) — add one yourself if you have two working smart keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
Ford Freestar
2004–2007 · Transponder Chip Key Partly DIY
Ford chip key — add one yourself if you have two working keys (onboard, no tools, Ford’s built-in relearn); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2004–2007 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Standalone keyless-entry remote — sync it yourself onboard in about 5 minutes, no tools. Steps below.
2005–2007 · Remote-Head Key Partly DIY
Remote-head key — bladed key with the remote built into the head. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
Ford Freestyle
2005–2009 · Transponder Chip Key Partly DIY
Ford chip key — add one yourself if you have two working keys (onboard, no tools, Ford’s built-in relearn); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2005–2007 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Standalone keyless-entry remote — sync it yourself onboard in about 5 minutes, no tools. Steps below.
2005–2009 · Remote-Head Key Partly DIY
Remote-head key — bladed key with the remote built into the head. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
Ford Fusion
2006–2012 · Transponder Chip Key Partly DIY
Ford chip key — add one yourself if you have two working keys (onboard, no tools, Ford’s built-in relearn); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2006–2012 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Standalone keyless-entry remote — sync it yourself onboard in about 5 minutes, no tools. Steps below.
2006–2012 · Remote-Head Key Partly DIY
Remote-head key — bladed key with the remote built into the head. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2006–2010 · Remote-Head Key Partly DIY
Remote-head key — bladed key with the remote built into the head. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2013–2016 · Flip Key Partly DIY
Flip key — fold-out blade with the remote built in. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2013–2016 · Smart Key Partly DIY
Push-to-start smart key (Intelligent Access) — add one yourself if you have two working smart keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2017–2025 · Smart Key Partly DIY
Push-to-start smart key (Intelligent Access) — add one yourself if you have two working smart keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
Ford GT
2005–2006 · Transponder Chip Key Partly DIY
Ford chip key — add one yourself if you have two working keys (onboard, no tools, Ford’s built-in relearn); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
Ford LTD
1998–2003 · Transponder Chip Key Partly DIY
Ford chip key — add one yourself if you have two working keys (onboard, no tools, Ford’s built-in relearn); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
Ford Maverick
2020–2025 · Flip Key Partly DIY
Flip key — fold-out blade with the remote built in. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2022–2025 · Smart Key Partly DIY
Push-to-start smart key (Intelligent Access) — add one yourself if you have two working smart keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
Ford Mustang
1997–2020 · Transponder Chip Key Partly DIY
Ford chip key — add one yourself if you have two working keys (onboard, no tools, Ford’s built-in relearn); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
1999–2009 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Standalone keyless-entry remote — sync it yourself onboard in about 5 minutes, no tools. Steps below.
2010–2014 · Remote-Head Key Partly DIY
Remote-head key — bladed key with the remote built into the head. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2010–2014 · Remote-Head Key Partly DIY
Remote-head key — bladed key with the remote built into the head. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2015–2017 · Smart Key Partly DIY
Push-to-start smart key (Intelligent Access) — add one yourself if you have two working smart keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2018–2023 · Smart Key Partly DIY
Push-to-start smart key (Intelligent Access) — add one yourself if you have two working smart keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2023–2025 · Smart Key Partly DIY
Push-to-start smart key (Intelligent Access) — add one yourself if you have two working smart keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
Ford Ranger
1999–2012 · Transponder Chip Key Partly DIY
Ford chip key — add one yourself if you have two working keys (onboard, no tools, Ford’s built-in relearn); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
1998–2011 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Standalone keyless-entry remote — sync it yourself onboard in about 5 minutes, no tools. Steps below.
2001–2011 · Remote-Head Key Partly DIY
Remote-head key — bladed key with the remote built into the head. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2019–2025 · Flip Key Partly DIY
Flip key — fold-out blade with the remote built in. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2019–2025 · Smart Key Partly DIY
Push-to-start smart key (Intelligent Access) — add one yourself if you have two working smart keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
Ford Taurus
1996–2013 · Transponder Chip Key Partly DIY
Ford chip key — add one yourself if you have two working keys (onboard, no tools, Ford’s built-in relearn); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
1998–2009 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Standalone keyless-entry remote — sync it yourself onboard in about 5 minutes, no tools. Steps below.
2007–2010 · Remote-Head Key Partly DIY
Remote-head key — bladed key with the remote built into the head. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2008–2019 · Remote-Head Key Partly DIY
Remote-head key — bladed key with the remote built into the head. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2009–2019 · Smart Key Partly DIY
Push-to-start smart key (Intelligent Access) — add one yourself if you have two working smart keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
Ford Taurus X
2008–2009 · Transponder Chip Key Partly DIY
Ford chip key — add one yourself if you have two working keys (onboard, no tools, Ford’s built-in relearn); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2008–2009 · Remote-Head Key Partly DIY
Remote-head key — bladed key with the remote built into the head. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
Ford Thunderbird
2002–2005 · Transponder Chip Key Partly DIY
Ford chip key — add one yourself if you have two working keys (onboard, no tools, Ford’s built-in relearn); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
1999–2006 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Standalone keyless-entry remote — sync it yourself onboard in about 5 minutes, no tools. Steps below.
Ford Transit
2013–2020 · Transponder Chip Key Partly DIY
Ford chip key — add one yourself if you have two working keys (onboard, no tools, Ford’s built-in relearn); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2013–2020 · Remote-Head Key Partly DIY
Remote-head key — bladed key with the remote built into the head. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2020–2025 · Flip Key Partly DIY
Flip key — fold-out blade with the remote built in. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
Ford Transit Connect
2010–2019 · Transponder Chip Key Partly DIY
Ford chip key — add one yourself if you have two working keys (onboard, no tools, Ford’s built-in relearn); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2010–2013 · Remote-Head Key Partly DIY
Remote-head key — bladed key with the remote built into the head. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2014–2019 · Remote-Head Key Partly DIY
Remote-head key — bladed key with the remote built into the head. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2020+ · Flip Key Partly DIY
Flip key — fold-out blade with the remote built in. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
2019–2025 · Smart Key Partly DIY
Push-to-start smart key (Intelligent Access) — add one yourself if you have two working smart keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
Ford Windstar
1998–2003 · Transponder Chip Key Partly DIY
Ford chip key — add one yourself if you have two working keys (onboard, no tools, Ford’s built-in relearn); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
1998–2004 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Standalone keyless-entry remote — sync it yourself onboard in about 5 minutes, no tools. Steps below.
2001–2003 · Remote-Head Key Partly DIY
Remote-head key — bladed key with the remote built into the head. Add one yourself with two working keys (onboard, no tools); all keys lost needs an automotive key professional. Steps below.
Add a key yourself — with two working keys
Ford lets you add a key at home only if you already have two keys (or two smart fobs) that start the car — no tools. A new bladed key must be cut to your vehicle first (any shop can do it). If you have fewer than two working keys, the car needs an automotive key professional with the security code.
- Insert the first working key and turn to ON/RUN (engine off). Leave it on about 3 seconds, then turn off and remove it. (Smart key: press START/STOP once without your foot on the brake.)
- Within 10 seconds, insert the second working key, turn to ON/RUN for about 3 seconds, then turn off and remove it. (Smart key: press START/STOP again.)
- Within 10 seconds, insert the new key and turn to ON/RUN (or press START/STOP with the new smart key). The security light blinks then turns off to confirm.
- Turn off and start the engine with the new key to confirm. Repeat for any additional keys.
Plain keyless remotes (no chip) sync separately.
▶ Watch it done
Video: FordTechMakuloco on YouTube (independent, not affiliated with us). Your year may differ slightly — the written steps above are for your vehicle.
Push-to-start smart key — add one yourself
Ford Intelligent Access keys can be added at home only if you already have two smart keys that start the car — no tools, about 2 minutes. You do it at the backup slot (also called the transmitter pocket), usually in the bottom of a front cupholder or inside the center console — your owner’s manual shows the exact spot. If you have fewer than two working smart keys, the car needs an automotive key professional.
- Bring both working smart keys and the new key into the vehicle and close the doors.
- Set the first working key in the backup slot. Press START/STOP without your foot on the brake (ignition on, engine off). Wait about 5 seconds, press START/STOP again to turn it off, and take the key out.
- Within 10 seconds, set the second working key in the slot, press START/STOP, wait about 5 seconds, press START/STOP to turn it off, and take it out.
- Within 20 seconds, set the new key in the slot and press START/STOP. Wait about 6 seconds — the hazards flash or the horn chirps to confirm it’s learned.
- Turn off, then start the engine with the new key and test lock and unlock. Repeat steps 2–4 for each extra key.
▶ Watch it done
Video: Cody Blues on YouTube (independent, not affiliated with us). Your year may differ slightly — the written steps above are for your vehicle.
Keyless-entry remote — do it yourself
Ford, Lincoln and Mercury all use the same onboard method — no tools, about 5 minutes. Have every remote you want working with you (old and new); programming clears the saved ones, so do them all in one session. Keep your foot off the brake pedal the entire time.
- Close all doors, then open the driver’s door and press the Unlock button on the driver’s door panel.
- Insert the key into the ignition.
- Cycle the key from OFF to RUN (the position just before the engine starts) 8 times within 10 seconds — the 8th turn ending in RUN. The door locks cycle (lock/unlock) to confirm the vehicle is in programming mode.
- Within 20 seconds, press any button on the first remote. The locks cycle again to confirm the code was accepted.
- Within 20 seconds, press any button on your next remote. Repeat for any additional remotes you want to sync.
- Turn the ignition OFF and test every remote.
▶ Watch it done
Video: C.L.S. ALL-IN-ONE on YouTube (independent, not affiliated with us). Your year may differ slightly — the written steps above are for your vehicle.
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