How to Save $$ Money $$ on Keys by Programming Yourself -- From a Locksmith and Owner :)

[Redneck Garage]

IF you buy a Ford ESP Warranty...don't forget these adds. Your price may vary, but here is what I got from Flood Ford for my proposed 10 yr ESP warranty:

I wonder if it will cover towing to a dealer which would be required and not a warranty item ? I believe the key portion is done by Agero , the oh so awesome cell phone insurance provider.

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[BradnChristine]

I wonder if it will cover towing to a dealer which would be required and not a warranty item ? I believe the key portion is done by Agero , the oh so awesome cell phone insurance provider.

It is silent regarding that event. Hopefully only one fob will be lost at a time... Here is the "fine print" from my 2017 C-Max ESP warranty.

 

[Redneck Garage]

It is silent regarding that event. Hopefully only one fob will be lost at a time... Here is the "fine print" from my 2017 C-Max ESP warranty.

Interesting - I've had a bunch of people tell me they were quoted over 500 for a fob from the dealer and the dealership gave them my name ...... never verified the price tho.

 

[jsus]

I wonder if it will cover towing to a dealer which would be required and not a warranty item ? I believe the key portion is done by Agero , the oh so awesome cell phone insurance provider.

ESP includes roadside assistance, up to $100 for a tow.

24/7 Roadside assistance – up to $100 towing assistance, travel expense reimbursement (up to $1000 and 5 days per occurrence, tire change, out-of-fuel, lockout assistance and more.)

https://fordprotect.ford.com/why-buy-a-plan

That only really matters after the factory 5yr/60k mi roadside assistance, or if you need it taken farther than "the nearest Ford dealer".

https://www.ford.com/support/category/service-maintenance/roadside-assistance/

 

[Hardening2753]

There has been many questions on the keys for our beloved trucks and as a locksmith I can say if you lose all your keys you will more than likely have to tow it back to the dealer until our software is updated. HOWEVER I have confirmed on board programming works if you have the original two keys ( two programmed keys ) - you can program them yourself - that has been mentioned here before. Do this NOW !!! before you loose one of the two keys LOL.

On the XL or XLT trucks you can either add a flip remote or just a standard key ( possibly you might want to add two cheaper keys as a backup ) On the Lariat only the fob will work however the emergency key is not required. I thought I would put links to which keys to purchase and you can take them to a local locksmith just to have cut - as long as you maintain two extra you are in good shape adding in the future.

XL and XLT Keys - I have posted multiple links in case one is out of stock -
Remote headed Keys - $23.99-https://amzn.to/40xtAk7 or $29.95 https://amzn.to/3RpQJAH or $23.99 https://amzn.to/3WVGxAX

If yours has a remote start it would be this key - 49.99- https://amzn.to/3wNgDVG 89.95 2 Pack - https://amzn.to/3jsaBq7 45.29 - https://amzn.to/3WUcmdl

Plastic Headed Keys -
16.95 for 2 - https://amzn.to/3HNZe5h 43.21 Ford Factory Blank ( same Chip ) https://amzn.to/3jklzOD If you are wanting to do a "hide-a-key" this one is the one to use due to it being waterproof.

To program you insert the existing first key, turn on ignition, count to three, take out put in existing second key turn on ignition - count to three - take new third key - turn on ignition - leave on - you should hear a chirp and a message key was successful.


For the Lariat -
58.95 - https://amzn.to/3XT89b7 109.95 - 2 Pack - https://amzn.to/40m014U 37.95 - https://amzn.to/3XaDs0h For the Fob to work / be programmed it doesn't matter if the key is cut or not - it only opens the door if the battery is completely dead.

If your Fob does not have remote start for the 2023 Lariat it is this one - 38.99 - https://amzn.to/40ihWsZ

To program - open center console. Pull up felt cover - place first existing fob in depression - push start button ( without foot on brake ) ignition comes on- count to 5 - remove fob - push ignition off - put second existing fob in depression - push ignition on - count to five - remove fob - push ignition off. take new fob - put in depression push AND HOLD start button down - you should hear chirp and message - key programming successful.


All in all pretty simple procedures and a few dollars and effort now can save you hundreds later !

Definitely doing this, thanks a bunch!

 

[Pucman1]

Yeah mine did not work at first and i had to go in settings under vehicle and toggle it off and on again to get it to operate.....But only in the main screen from the steering wheel. I am a locksmith as well so......

there is an indicator on the fob that flashes when the truck received the signal green - if the truck didnt start if flashes red. I didnt have the doors locked so it was red.

 

[Thex]

This is great! Thank you! I am old school so I want a "key" and a seperate "fob" so that the key doesnt stick out as far. Can we also program the old school keyless fob?

 

[Dad]

RedNeck Garage is listed under "M" for Maverick in the encyclopedia of automobile information. Haha. Thanks, again.

 

[Redneck Garage]

This is great! Thank you! I am old school so I want a "key" and a seperate "fob" so that the key doesnt stick out as far. Can we also program the old school keyless fob?

Depends on which one you have if you have a remote start those are 920 megahertz so I don't know of any if you don't you could take a key and cut the blade of it off that'd be about it

 

[Gpp]

So david,if i was to send you one of my keys can you sell me the fob and cut the key?or would you recommend doing this?

 

[Thex]

I have an XL - so no remote start.

 

[Redneck Garage]

So david,if i was to send you one of my keys can you sell me the fob and cut the key?or would you recommend doing this?

Im not trying to make money here but if you send me a new one , an existing and a SASE ( return bag ) Id be happy to cut it for you and send it back

 

[Mlmil68]

hi i just wanted to be clear on the process. The extra key is programmed first, and then cut to match original key by a locksmith?

 

[Redneck Garage]

I have an XL - so no remote start.

I havent tried it but the remote programs at the same time as the key programming. I have an XL that I added a flip key and standard key to. You could add a flip key then remove the key blade - not sure how that would help OR program a remote-less key but as far as having a separate remote the programming would be the problem.

 

[Redneck Garage]

hi i just wanted to be clear on the process. The extra key is programmed first, and then cut to match original key by a locksmith?

on XL or XLT you have to have the key cut by a locksmith - it has to turn in the ignition as a third key to program.

On a Lariat the key does nothing more than open the door so unless the truck goes completely dead you wont ever use the emergency key. You can get that cut ( or not ) at any time.

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