Replacement Key
MMNC (SS)(Ret)
Joined: Mar 2004
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From: SE Georgia
I used this seller on eBay last week. They're an actual locksmith company. The FOB I ordered for my 2024 Expedition looks identical to my factory keys. Programmed easily and they even laser cut the "key" part if you want. my only complaint is that the battery arrived dead. $5 on Amazon for 2, and know I have a spare
2018 F-150 key on eBay
2018 F-150 key on eBay
Fleet Mechanic
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Maybe you know this and it's the reason for your question, but many low cost spare key fobs are clones of one key. When you program a spare the truck does not see this as a new distinct key. If you lose one of the originals, the spare won't work to program a replacement because the truck will think it is the same as your remaining original. At least this is what I have read on forums related to new key programming.
The solution is to buy a real spare key from Ford or a reputable source. Hence your search....
The solution is to buy a real spare key from Ford or a reputable source. Hence your search....
MMNC (SS)(Ret)
Joined: Mar 2004
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From: SE Georgia
Cloning a key requires taking it to a Vendor or Kiosk. It requires specialized equipment. They take your working key and clone the RFID signal to a blank key. You end up with twin keys that the car sees as 1 unique key since they RFID is identical.
Not a single Ford vehicle ever made can clone a key. They can be programmed to handle 4-8 keys (model specific). But only if you have 2 unique keys already.
Neither can Forscan. It can wipe the PATS memory and program new keys. But it CANNOT clone a key. Works pretty good actually. I’ve used it on my F-150, Excursion, and daughters Mariner. Each has 3 unique keys now
The key I linked is a unique stand alone key. It requires programming just like a factory OEM key does.
Not a single Ford vehicle ever made can clone a key. They can be programmed to handle 4-8 keys (model specific). But only if you have 2 unique keys already.
Neither can Forscan. It can wipe the PATS memory and program new keys. But it CANNOT clone a key. Works pretty good actually. I’ve used it on my F-150, Excursion, and daughters Mariner. Each has 3 unique keys now
The key I linked is a unique stand alone key. It requires programming just like a factory OEM key does.
Fleet Mechanic
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Cloning a key requires taking it to a Vendor or Kiosk. It requires specialized equipment. They take your working key and clone the RFID signal to a blank key. You end up with twin keys that the car sees as 1 unique key since they RFID is identical.
Not a single Ford vehicle ever made can clone a key. They can be programmed to handle 4-8 keys (model specific). But only if you have 2 unique keys already.
Neither can Forscan. It can wipe the PATS memory and program new keys. But it CANNOT clone a key. Works pretty good actually. I’ve used it on my F-150, Excursion, and daughters Mariner. Each has 3 unique keys now
The key I linked is a unique stand alone key. It requires programming just like a factory OEM key does.
Not a single Ford vehicle ever made can clone a key. They can be programmed to handle 4-8 keys (model specific). But only if you have 2 unique keys already.
Neither can Forscan. It can wipe the PATS memory and program new keys. But it CANNOT clone a key. Works pretty good actually. I’ve used it on my F-150, Excursion, and daughters Mariner. Each has 3 unique keys now
The key I linked is a unique stand alone key. It requires programming just like a factory OEM key does.
WARNING:Experience shows that 90% of problems with using this function are caused by blank key problems (not-original/china clone, incompatible transponder etc). Consdering this experiene, it must be counted that the Erase function is potentially dangerous, because engine will not start until you program at least 2 keys. So it is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED to check the blank keys (and correct work of the program with your specific vehicle) before executing the Erase function. Just programm it as the 3rd key and if it has been programmed successfully and engine runs using this key, you may execute the Erase function. Here is a dedicated article about how to check the blank PATS key: http://forscan.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=1581
Tuned
Joined: May 2015
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From: SE WI
I am in need of a second key for my recently purchased "new to me" 2019 F150 XLT. It came only with the fob.
All I want is a key that will lock/unlock the doors and start the car.
My local locksmith who provides this service said the cost to make an extra key is $95!
Seems a bit steep to me, but what do I know? -
All I want is a key that will lock/unlock the doors and start the car.
My local locksmith who provides this service said the cost to make an extra key is $95!
Seems a bit steep to me, but what do I know? -
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Tuned
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Maybe you know this and it's the reason for your question, but many low cost spare key fobs are clones of one key. When you program a spare the truck does not see this as a new distinct key. If you lose one of the originals, the spare won't work to program a replacement because the truck will think it is the same as your remaining original. At least this is what I have read on forums related to new key programming.
The solution is to buy a real spare key from Ford or a reputable source. Hence your search....
The solution is to buy a real spare key from Ford or a reputable source. Hence your search....
vendor on eBay as mentioned above can have the key itself cut as well, I just need to get the key code from the dealer. Vs. sending in an image of mine.
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From: in the woods of MA
I am in need of a second key for my recently purchased "new to me" 2019 F150 XLT. It came only with the fob.
All I want is a key that will lock/unlock the doors and start the car.
My local locksmith who provides this service said the cost to make an extra key is $95!
Seems a bit steep to me, but what do I know? -
All I want is a key that will lock/unlock the doors and start the car.
My local locksmith who provides this service said the cost to make an extra key is $95!
Seems a bit steep to me, but what do I know? -
Tuned
Joined: May 2015
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From: SE WI
It was the cost for both; cutting the key and programming it. With state sales tax the total came to $`102,51. Comparatively speaking the price may be reasonable, but it sure seems expensive for a single key.
Whatever happened to the "good ol' days" when one could run down to the local hardware store and get a duplicate key cut for less than a buck?
Whatever happened to the "good ol' days" when one could run down to the local hardware store and get a duplicate key cut for less than a buck?
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From: in the woods of MA
It was the cost for both; cutting the key and programming it. With state sales tax the total came to $`102,51. Comparatively speaking the price may be reasonable, but it sure seems expensive for a single key.
Whatever happened to the "good ol' days" when one could run down to the local hardware store and get a duplicate key cut for less than a buck?
Whatever happened to the "good ol' days" when one could run down to the local hardware store and get a duplicate key cut for less than a buck?
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From: Mts. S. of San Francisco
Yeah, those days are long gone. But on the positive side, the days of casually stealing a car are long gone as well. When I was in high school back in the 1970's we found that having about a half dozen of those cheap hardware store keys from each of the big three auto manufacturers allowed us to "borrow" probably 90% of the vehicles in the school lot. Of course we never did anything but maliciously move them around the lot, lol.
Mountain Pass
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https://www.sffobsinc.com/
I used them to buy the new style key fob for my 2016 F150 and was very happy with them.
They can even cut the spare emergency key for you.
I used them to buy the new style key fob for my 2016 F150 and was very happy with them.
They can even cut the spare emergency key for you.
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