Ford Add a Key by Ignition Type

Regular key ignition — with two working keys

1. 1Insert one working key and turn to ON (just shy of starting) for at least one second, then back to OFF.
2. 2Remove it. Within 10 seconds, insert the second working key, turn to ON for at least one second (no more than ten), then OFF and remove it.
3. 3Within 20 seconds, insert the new key and turn to ON for at least one second, then back to OFF.
4. 4The security light comes on for three seconds — that confirms the new key is programmed.

Push-button start (smart key)

Needs two already-programmed smart keys; up to 4 total. Engine off, all doors closed throughout. You have 30 seconds.

1. 1Place the new unprogrammed smart key, buttons facing out, in the center-console pocket.
2. 2Press the driver or passenger power-unlock button three times.
3. 3Press and release the brake pedal once.
4. 4Press the power-lock button three times.
5. 5Press and release the brake pedal once. The Start/Stop button starts flashing — programming mode is active and the two working keys were detected.
6. 6Within one minute, press Start/Stop. The message center confirms the new key was programmed.
7. 7Take the new key out of the pocket and press Lock or Unlock to exit programming mode, then test that it locks, unlocks, and starts the vehicle.