i have an 01 mustang and 1 key i bought another blank and got it cut i need to know if there is a way to program if for free or cheap
2006-09-25 12:06:04 · 6 answers · asked by kid 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ Ford
i have a focus and I had to get another key. To get it programmed I had to take it to the locksmith. it cost like 250. and I don't know of anywhere else to get that done other than a ford dealer. which would probably be just as much...
2006-09-25 12:08:55 · answer #1 · answered by coolchick72087 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Surprised the locksmith was able to program it.. Most send them the dealer way.
As far as I know, the only way is using the dealer's computer used for diagnostics is the only computer that can communicate with the instrument cluster and access to program the key (the module that controls theft is in the instrument cluster in your vehicle)
So unless you know a Ford tech who sidelines... you are looking at usually 1/2 to hour labor charge at going rate....
Oh and BTW... Better make sure that key is good you bought... There are two that look alike, one that starts your mustang/F150s and one for the Focus... I can't remember the exact codes (it's stamped on the key) that are for what key however.... (It should have a S if my key for my truck is a clue (it's the same style and coded PATS key as a mustang)
2006-09-25 22:25:22 · answer #2 · answered by gearbox 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Nope. And the bad part is you got that blank cut for nothing. You have to go to a dealership, and they will program and cut a key. You can't just program a regular key.
2006-09-25 21:05:53 · answer #3 · answered by Frank P 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sorry but you can program a third key effortlessly but programming a second takes a dealer or a locksmith
2006-09-27 21:39:59 · answer #4 · answered by Uncle Red 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call your nearest Ford dealer and see what they will charge. Maybe someone can teel you more. GOOD LUCK
2006-09-25 19:14:34 · answer #5 · answered by railway 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
take it to the locksmith and he will charge you.
2006-09-27 05:10:02 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋