Ford Key Replacement & Key Fob Programming
Lost your Ford key, need a spare, or have a fob that quit? We cut and program Ford keys and fobs at your vehicle, anywhere in Oakland and Macomb County.
- 24/7 emergency service
- Upfront quote before work
- Fully mobile — we come to you
- ID verified every job
Mobile Ford key replacement near you
In Metro Detroit, there's a Ford in almost every driveway, and we replace Ford keys every week. Whether it's a work-truck F-150 parked at a jobsite, a family Explorer or an Escape in an apartment lot, we come to the vehicle, cut the key and program it on site.
Ford has used its PATS (Passive Anti-Theft System) transponder keys since the late 1990s, and most newer models use Intelligent Access push-button start fobs. We carry key blanks and fobs for the common Ford platforms, including all-keys-lost situations, so you don't need a tow to the dealer.
Popular Ford models we make keys for
- Ford F-150
- Ford Escape
- Ford Explorer
- Ford Edge
- Ford Expedition
- Ford Bronco
- Ford Ranger
- Ford Mustang
- Ford Fusion
- Ford Maverick
Don't see your model? We work on all Ford models. Call with your year and VIN.
Ford keys and fobs we replace
PATS transponder keys
Standard metal keys with a chip in the head that talks to the immobilizer. Used on many older F-150s, Rangers, Explorers and Escapes.
Remote-head keys
Key and lock/unlock remote in one piece, common on mid-2010s trucks and SUVs.
Flip keys
Fold-out keys used on models such as the Focus, Fiesta and some Escapes.
Intelligent Access smart keys
Push-button start fobs for newer F-150s, Explorers, Edges, Expeditions, Broncos and Mustangs. The fob also hides an emergency key blade.
The Ford two-key rule
On many older Fords, if you still have two working programmed keys, a third key can be added without special equipment. With only one key left, or none, the vehicle needs professional programming. That's why it's worth adding a spare before you're down to your last Ford key.
Common Ford key jobs we handle
- All keys lost on F-150 and Super Duty trucks
- Spare Intelligent Access fobs for Explorers and Escapes
- Worn ignition keys on older Rangers and Explorers
- Fleet and work-truck spare keys
Every Ford key service, at your car
All Ford keys lost
No key at all? We make a new Ford key from your VIN or by decoding the lock, then program it to the car.
Learn more →Ford key fob programming
Replacement remotes and push-to-start fobs, programmed and tested at your vehicle.
Learn more →Ford spare keys
Add a second key before you lose the last one. It costs far less than an all-keys-lost call.
Learn more →Ford ignition repair
Key stuck, won't turn, or a broken key in the ignition? We repair it on site.
Learn more →Ford lockouts
Keys locked inside your Ford? We open it without damage, 24/7.
Learn more →Getting a new Ford key
Call or text your VIN
Send the year, model and VIN. You get a firm quote and arrival window.
We verify ownership
Photo ID plus registration or title, so nobody else can get a key to your Ford.
Cut the blade
The key or emergency blade is cut to your Ford's locks.
Program and test
The key is programmed to the immobilizer, and we test lock, unlock, trunk and start before we leave.
Why not the Ford dealer?
| Ford dealer | Metro Detroit Locksmith | |
|---|---|---|
| Comes to you | No, tow needed if all keys are lost | Yes |
| Appointment | Often days out | 24/7 |
| Price | Dealer parts and labor | Usually less, quoted up front |
| Lost keys erased | Yes | Yes, on most models |
A few of the newest models still require dealer-only programming. Call with your VIN and we'll tell you up front.
Ford key replacement FAQs
Can you make a Ford key if I lost all of them?
Yes. For most Ford models we can cut a new key from the VIN or by decoding the lock, then program it to the PATS immobilizer at your vehicle. Bring photo ID and your registration or title.
Can you program a push-to-start key for my F-150?
Yes. We program Intelligent Access smart keys for most push-button-start F-150s and other Ford trucks and SUVs, and cut the hidden emergency blade to match your doors.
Does my Ford door keypad code come with a new key?
No. The SecuriCode door keypad works separately from your keys. If you lost the factory keypad code, it can usually be recovered from the vehicle, and we can help with that while we are on site.
How much does Ford key replacement cost?
It depends on the model, year and key type. A basic Ford transponder key costs less than a push-to-start smart key, and making a spare costs less than replacing every lost key. Call (586) 623-2403 with your year, model and VIN for a firm quote before any work starts.
Do you come to me for Ford key replacement?
Yes. We are a mobile locksmith, so we cut and program Ford keys wherever the vehicle is parked across Oakland and Macomb County, including Troy, Royal Oak, Novi, Southfield, Farmington Hills and nearby cities. No tow needed.
Get a free quote
Call or text us and a short description of what you need. Include your vehicle's year, make and model for car keys. You'll get a firm price right away, 24/7.
Ford key replacement near you
We cut and program Ford keys across Oakland County and Macomb County, including:
Keys for other brands
Need a Ford key today?
Call or text your year, model and VIN for an upfront quote. We come to you, 24/7.