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

[Redneck Garage]

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

Thanks "Dad" LOL

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[Gpp]

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

There just aren’t any lock smiths close by that can cut this type key.that was why i asked.but i thank you for the imformation on the keys also.

 

[Redneck Garage]

There just aren’t any lock smiths close by that can cut this type key.that was why i asked.but i thank you for the imformation on the keys also.

PM me if you want me to cut them - its no problem

 

[Buyerfind]

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 !

How many simultaneous programmed key fob does the Maverick Lariat Hybrid support? I have two keys but I would like as many as 4 total, all ready to go.

 

[Redneck Garage]

I want to say 6 but I know 4 for sure.

 

[Milous]

Grabbed a spare FOB on Amazon per the OP link (thanks!) for my XLT, got it today, had it cut, and self-programmed it, works perfectly.

 

[desmobob]

Thanks for this useful and money-saving information!

I didn't see a link for the plastic-top key recommended for hide-a-key use. Do you have a link or OEM part number for those? I have a 2022 XLT.

Thanks very much for sharing your knowledge with the forum group!

 

[Hopperdropper]

Thank you for posting, this is really helpful. I bought the two pack of lariat keys and they programmed fine but I found that each was missing tabs on the battery to keep it in place so would only work if I have the cover off and hold the battery down. I am returning those and trying the cheaper lariat option to see how it works.

 

[Redneck Garage]

Thanks for this useful and money-saving information!

I didn't see a link for the plastic-top key recommended for hide-a-key use. Do you have a link or OEM part number for those? I have a 2022 XLT.

Thanks very much for sharing your knowledge with the forum group!

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.

 

[desmobob]

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.

Thanks very much. The links you posted were there all along; I had to switch off my browser's content blocker to see the links.

Thanks again,
Bob

 

[Redneck Garage]

There just aren’t any lock smiths close by that can cut this type key.that was why i asked.but i thank you for the imformation on the keys also.

I dont mind selling you one if you would rather not send me the blank - PM me

 

[Redneck Garage]

Thanks very much. The links you posted were there all along; I had to switch off my browser's content blocker to see the links.

Thanks again,
Bob

youre welcome Bob !

 

[Hopperdropper]

I want to say 6 but I know 4 for sure.

Do you know the process to remove/forget previously programmed keys? Thinking about scenarios where you lose one and may be running up against the limit.

 

[Redneck Garage]

Do you know the process to remove/forget previously programmed keys? Thinking about scenarios where you lose one and may be running up against the limit.

It can be done easily with a programmer - The software other than Ford service hasnt been updated but we will be able to clear all keys then add the existing back in.

 

[Capt Mike]

THANK YOU, VERY MUCH, for all this very helpful information. It is a real money saving service you are providing.
Capt. Mike

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