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Oct 2, 2019 | 05:10 PM

chicagodragon

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Ignition lock

I just purchased a 2017 F250. 6.2 L gas it came with two of the switchblade style keys, one almost gets stuck and won't work at all and the other one is kind of hard to insert and remove. Do I just need to order a new key copies or replace the entire lock assembly

Oct 2, 2019 | 08:04 PM

NorEasterMA

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New truck or used? If it's new then you should most certainly get back to your dealer and have them replace the keys or ignition cylinder. If it's used and bought as is, I would start with giving the keys a firm cleaning and deburring with a wire brush. Perhaps cleaning out the ignition cylinder with a can of compressed air (low pressure). It is of course possible that the keys have worn and aren't working well anymore but find that very hard to believe with a truck only 2-3 years old. I typically only see that on vehicles well over 10 years old with heavy use.

Oct 3, 2019 | 07:00 AM

dnewton3

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My 2018 was that way from the factory and continues to be. Those thin new keys suck and it's hard to get them in/out without looking directly at the lock assembly. I used to be able to "feel" the key properly insert, but now I have to look and align it perfectly or it's a PITA.

Oct 3, 2019 | 07:52 AM

NorEasterMA

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Interesting. My '17 is flawless and the key can be inserted without looking or screwing around. I cut a 3rd flip key and I cut a basic plastic head chipkey for the truck as well with no issues.

Oct 3, 2019 | 11:50 AM

chicagodragon

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Can the dealer cut me just a new key or do I have to get a whole new fob and have it reprogrammed

Oct 3, 2019 | 01:39 PM

Truckie256

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Mine came with one key and selling dealer had to send me to FORD dealer and paid for a whole FOB and key cut...... I think it was $350

Oct 3, 2019 | 02:33 PM

Mwmx54

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My local dealer was close to $400 to cut a new key, I called a local locksmith and he cut me the same key and programmed it for about $180, while I waited. My key has remote start, no tailgate button, and appears to be oem ford flip out key. I’d skip the dealer and find a locksmith, most should be able to do it for much less than a dealer.