2018 Key Fob Programming

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Aug 13, 2018 | 09:07 AM

#21

Spectragod

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From: SW Ohio

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Originally Posted by Grandeson

So i would wither have to know someone with IDS or bring it to a dealer at this point, huh? Thats not cool. Im just learning, so sorry if insound like a moron. Tha ks for the reply.

That is correct, if you are in southwest Ohio, I can do it for you for free.

You can look into Forscan software, it is free, but IIRC, the key programming is addressed in the PCM, and I believe Forscan has limitations as to how far into the PCM it will allow you to go.

Aug 13, 2018 | 10:48 AM

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Neohio

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Originally Posted by Spectragod

If I am unable to change mine myself, I may just look you up, for ****s and giggles, I emailed my dealer to see what they would charge to enable self programming. They replied it cannot be enabled, and I must have their technician program the keys. I love being lied too! $55 later.....

Aug 14, 2018 | 09:40 AM

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Neohio

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Originally Posted by Neohio

Update: I was unable to update using my solus. My truck is not supported for a few more years I don't think.
Looks like I will be calling all the Ford dealers in my area to see who will enable self programming for me.

Aug 14, 2018 | 10:14 AM

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Cica

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My dealer in Stoneham, MA programmed and cut a smart key for me for 1/2 hour labor ($65). The key was not purchased through them.

Aug 14, 2018 | 02:05 PM

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ngoti8tor

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Add me to the list as well, for someone that would like to program a 3rd key.

Aug 14, 2018 | 02:07 PM

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Neohio

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I am tempted to dump the $150 into a knock off VCMii and see if I can do it myself.

Aug 14, 2018 | 03:51 PM

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dhmcfadin

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My dealer just programmed two replacement keys this morning for my 18. Took all of 15 minutes and cost me zero. I lost 1 of my 2 fobs traveling about a month ago. Bought 2 additional oem replacements from north coast keyless for 70 bucks a piece. Dealer made it easy and free.

Oct 7, 2018 | 03:51 PM

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blob19

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Originally Posted by Raptoe13

I programmed a 3rd key on my 2018. I had some trouble in the beginning, but finally got it done. The manual wasn't any help. I think I used an older procedure that I found on my interweb device. If I remember how I did it, ll post it up.

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Originally Posted by Leaf-Peeper

I had sent a private message to Raptoe13 asking about the procedure he had used. Turns out his truck has the intelligent access key (push button start), so he's procedure is a different one all together.

I ended having the the dealer do mine. Told them I'd buy the extended warranty from them (instead of online through Flood Ford) if they'd program my extra key for free.

On Edit: The dealer's service dept said it has to be done using Ford's IDS system (?). They claimed it can't be done with Forscan.

Raptoe / Leaf-Peeper, what was the procedure that Raptoe used for the IA Key?