Have you played around with Forscan? I have heard of people using it to add new keys to the system and remove old keys. I don't think you need a special OBDII dongle, but you need a decent one, not those cheap $5 ones. And as mentioned before, the software is free but only works on Ford/Mazda. When I had to add a key to the system most Ford dealers wanted one hour but I found one that just did it for a half hour of labor as I already had the key cut and just needed it programmed to the system.I have lost my only key to my 01 Ford 150. I believe it has a chip in it. Anybody know how I can get it replaced?
Yes, a good locksmith who specializes in automotive can make you a key no problem. Around here it would probably be $150-200. Go ahead and get two, they probably won't charge much more for an additional one.Locksmith is your option here. Ford only supplies key codes to dealers going back 10 years from the assembly date. Currently there are 2011 vehicles that I cannot get key codes for.
I used Forscan to program a key for my pickup. A locksmith cut the new key from old key and I programmed it. But without a key to cut a new key from you need to go to a locksmith.Have you played around with Forscan? I have heard of people using it to add new keys to the system and remove old keys. I don't think you need a special OBDII dongle, but you need a decent one, not those cheap $5 ones. And as mentioned before, the software is free but only works on Ford/Mazda. When I had to add a key to the system most Ford dealers wanted one hour but I found one that just did it for a half hour of labor as I already had the key cut and just needed it programmed to the system.
Ford only goes back 10 years for key codes to dealers. It is based on the assembly date too as I have had a vehicle I was unable to get a code for that was 10 years old plus 2 days past the date.I use a locksmith to cut my keys and I use Forscan to program it and backups. You'll need two keys to do it. Below is what I connect to my laptop to program my Ford keys. I've done it on my Focus and King Ranch. If you go this route, make sure you are using a good, quality key. You can order OEM key blanks online or a reputable aftermarket brand such as ILCO.
I went as far as to delete the old keys from the computer (since both came with one key) and reprogrammed from scratch. That way, there are no worries about keys floating out there that could start up my vehicles. (Although my Focus is the only one I bought locally.).
Edit: It just hit me that you said you lost your only key. Take your registration and/or title to the dealer and hope they can cut a new key with the VIN.
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As I recall on my 2001 Ford Taurus, you didn't need to do anything fancy to program a new remote, just need to follow some key sequences to program a new remote.Ford supplies Dealers with key codes going back 10 years but as a licensed locksmith I can access key codes back to 1997. To program keys on a Ford you need 2 keys. I do that job for 150 bucks plus whatever the key code costs me from Ford (dont remember off the top of my head, yeah, we have to pay for it and pass it along). Thats for 2 chip keys cut and programmed to the car. If you want remotes or want to upgrade to something like a flip key or a later model key with remote built into the head that can be done at an additional cost. A qualified locksmith or an independent shop with a locksmith license is who is going to be able to fix this car.
This is not a fob, just a key with a chip in the “handle “.As I recall on my 2001 Ford Taurus, you didn't need to do anything fancy to program a new remote, just need to follow some key sequences to program a new remote.
Where do I get those blank keys?Ford supplies Dealers with key codes going back 10 years but as a licensed locksmith I can access key codes back to 1997. To program keys on a Ford you need 2 keys. I do that job for 150 bucks plus whatever the key code costs me from Ford (dont remember off the top of my head, yeah, we have to pay for it and pass it along). Thats for 2 chip keys cut and programmed to the car. If you want remotes or want to upgrade to something like a flip key or a later model key with remote built into the head that can be done at an additional cost. A qualified locksmith or an independent shop with a locksmith license is who is going to be able to fix this car.
You can get blank keys on eBay.Where do I get those blank keys?
I buy them from a locksmith supply house. Any locksmith or shop that does lock service should have that key blank in stock.Where do I get those blank keys?
+1 for FORScan and it's PATS programming abilitiesYou will need to have the trucks computer re-programed.
Dealer can do it for a nice hefty price.
Many independent shops can do it as well for about half the cost.
Both of these would require a tow though.
Some locksmiths have to correct software to do it mobile, but most do not.
When you get it done, make sure you get 2 chipped keys (but not cloned keys) and then make more copies yourself afterwards.
There is some software out there you can do it yourself with also (Forscan) and you need a special OBD II adapter.