Extra key
#1
Extra key
I bought a used 17 F-150 last week and it only came with one key, the sales guy said he would get me a key for cost. I bought it out of town. Does the dealer have to cut/program new keys?
I have to have the second key to get the keyless entry code. Plus my wife would like one. 🤔
I have to have the second key to get the keyless entry code. Plus my wife would like one. 🤔
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A good locksmith can do it, and it's a good idea to have 3 keys. If you lose one, you can use the other 2 to program the replacement yourself. But if you only have 2 & lose 1... Read the owner's manual.
#3
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I bought a used 17 F-150 last week and it only came with one key, the sales guy said he would get me a key for cost. I bought it out of town. Does the dealer have to cut/program new keys?
I have to have the second key to get the keyless entry code. Plus my wife would like one.
I have to have the second key to get the keyless entry code. Plus my wife would like one.
Beware though, it sounds like the sales schmeiser told you he'd get you a key at HIS cost(which generally equates to 10% off), NOT 'cost'
I hope I'm wrong for your sake, but this is the common way to deal with a customer who asks for something at 'cost'.
You're gonna have to pay for the smart key itself, then to have it programmed-what they use the mobile service for
Be prepared to pay $200-$300
#4
In my view they should have supplied the truck with two keys, it was originally sold with two keys and it should have two keys now. I don't think you will be able to buy your own key and program it, as you need two working keys to program it yourself, and I don't think any locksmith will be able to program a new key either. If you can, insist that they supply a second key at no cost to you.
#5
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A bunch of misinformation here.
Yes, you cannot buy a key and program it yourself with only one key. However, FORScan does allow for the programming of keys, check to see if a 2017 is among the years that allow that. Many buy the key, cut it at a local key shop / HD / Lowes, and then program it themselves with FORScan.
Any locksmith with the right software can cut and program an original key. Make sure they aren't simply cloning the key you have. A dealer can do the same thing. They will likely charge more than a locksmith.
Yes, you cannot buy a key and program it yourself with only one key. However, FORScan does allow for the programming of keys, check to see if a 2017 is among the years that allow that. Many buy the key, cut it at a local key shop / HD / Lowes, and then program it themselves with FORScan.
Any locksmith with the right software can cut and program an original key. Make sure they aren't simply cloning the key you have. A dealer can do the same thing. They will likely charge more than a locksmith.
#6
Worst hairday ever...
You need at least two master keys to program additional keys and get the code for the keypad. A good locksmith can cut a new key/fob and will have software to program it as a master, in addition to the one key you have. That will also remove any other programmed keys/fobs not in your possession.
Forscan could program master keys for older Fords but I'm not sure about newer, I would check the forscan website and forum. I did it on my old Ranger - 2002.
And of course a dealer can do it, $$$ amount depends on the dealer. My local dealer wanted $300+ to purchase, cut and program a 3rd key/fob. Locksmith across the street was around $120, for key/fob, cutting and I programmed it with the two originals.
Forscan could program master keys for older Fords but I'm not sure about newer, I would check the forscan website and forum. I did it on my old Ranger - 2002.
And of course a dealer can do it, $$$ amount depends on the dealer. My local dealer wanted $300+ to purchase, cut and program a 3rd key/fob. Locksmith across the street was around $120, for key/fob, cutting and I programmed it with the two originals.
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#9
2015 F150 XLT 4X4 Black
Yes the dealership has to program a new key fab and it’s expensive too because when I bought my truck last year it only came with one key fab. I went to a dealership about how much it would cost to get another one programmed and everything- 400 something dollars for everything.
#10
Senior Member
Valet key?
What the hell is that? Something new to me.
Is that in addition to the two key fobs i got when i bought my truck?
If this mystery valet key exists, where would it be hiding in my '16 XLT?
Or is this something new added for later year trucks?
What the hell is that? Something new to me.
Is that in addition to the two key fobs i got when i bought my truck?
If this mystery valet key exists, where would it be hiding in my '16 XLT?
Or is this something new added for later year trucks?