Fob and Key Combo for 04?
#1
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Fob and Key Combo for 04?
My wife drives an '11 Edge that has an integrated key/fob combo that I really like since it's compact and is 1 less thing to carry in my pocket. Mine is an '04 FX4.
I did a little research and found some on eBay and amazon for under $20, but the reviews are mixed. So I'm curious if anyone has had any success that can point me to a link of one you've used.
I currently only have 1 key and 2 fobs, but noticed some of the descriptions say you need 2 of each to program them without having to go to a locksmith or dealer.
I'd prefer the flip key style to maximize compactness, but the standard key style with the integrated fob would suffice.
Thanks in advance!
I did a little research and found some on eBay and amazon for under $20, but the reviews are mixed. So I'm curious if anyone has had any success that can point me to a link of one you've used.
I currently only have 1 key and 2 fobs, but noticed some of the descriptions say you need 2 of each to program them without having to go to a locksmith or dealer.
I'd prefer the flip key style to maximize compactness, but the standard key style with the integrated fob would suffice.
Thanks in advance!
#2
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Tough to tell. I had a flip out key in my 02 that worked just fine. I tried one of these in my 07 and the chip would not program to the truck. You WILL need TWO keys to program yourself or else pay a dealer or locksmith.
#3
I needed a 40bit transponder key chip for my 06 Lincoln Mark LT .. an 80bit chip wont work
I bought one of those flip switchblade type 2 button keys on ebay for $20 however it came with an 80bit transponder chip. I couldnt figure out why it wasnt able to program until I came across a site mentioning that older years like ours required a 40bit chip. I then purchased a 40bit chip on ebay for $3
As mentioned above, you will need 2 original keys aswell
I bought one of those flip switchblade type 2 button keys on ebay for $20 however it came with an 80bit transponder chip. I couldnt figure out why it wasnt able to program until I came across a site mentioning that older years like ours required a 40bit chip. I then purchased a 40bit chip on ebay for $3
As mentioned above, you will need 2 original keys aswell
#5
If its an aftermarket ebay key there is a small little square that goes inside the fob. I couldnt see any numbering/indication on it that determines what Bit it is. Thats why I thought id try my luck and bought a 40bit chip from an ebay seller for a few bucks.
Look at your OEM key, there will be a marking stamped on the key:
S keys are Ford old PATS (passive aint-theft system) 40 bit encryption, the newer SA is an 80 bit encrytion
Look at your OEM key, there will be a marking stamped on the key:
S keys are Ford old PATS (passive aint-theft system) 40 bit encryption, the newer SA is an 80 bit encrytion
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My 07 has an SA on it.
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BadFish523 - That makes sense as I've seen Mark LT keys with SA .. Must have started in the 07's
My 06 has an S on the original Key .. im assuming the OP will have an S aswell
My 06 has an S on the original Key .. im assuming the OP will have an S aswell
Last edited by mikeweb; 09-25-2017 at 12:46 PM.
#10
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Appreciate all the info.
How come you need two factory keys to do your own coding of additional keys?
If I have two non-factory programmed keys would I still be able to self program one of those key/fob combo units?
Are they pretty easy to program?
How come you need two factory keys to do your own coding of additional keys?
If I have two non-factory programmed keys would I still be able to self program one of those key/fob combo units?
Are they pretty easy to program?