BlackICE
GT Owner
I don't know is there a limit to the number of keys that can be added to the car. Maybe the owners manual says something. If there is a limit, my guess would be 2 OEM and 3 added, but that is just a guess.
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bonehead
GT Owner
Called my local Ford dealer to ask them if they could clear the ECU of any additional keys. They told me there shouldn't be any limit on the number of keys you can program to a particular car....but he also told me that the only way to program a new key is to have it done through the dealer. The fact that he was so sure of this, pisses me off. Guess I'll have to find another dealer if I eventually need to resort to that.
FelixIbizaSwitzerland
GT Owner
Does somebody know if owners, (first owners !!!) of a GT of the one of 101 Series can get an additional "Piece" with the functions to deblock the immobilizer when the car was left with the key in the steeringwheellock in the off position, engine cut off, and then lost the "Piece" which you are supposed to have with you (to be able to start the car) in your trousers/skirt pocket, purse, shirt/blouse-pocket.
When i got my car new, i had two, but apparently, one time, my mechanics and myself don't know, one got lost, even i paid very much attention to them, and now i am a bit terrified !
FelixIbizaSwitzerland
When i got my car new, i had two, but apparently, one time, my mechanics and myself don't know, one got lost, even i paid very much attention to them, and now i am a bit terrified !
FelixIbizaSwitzerland
Superfly
HERITAGE GT OWNER
The OEM remote fob, as used on the old ford focus, is what I dislike. For what it's worth, I've had zero issues with Andrew's keys. I've got two, the first gen (switchblade) and the 2nd gen (flip). No issues with programming, or with use. Obviously, your mileage may (does) vary, but when it works, and I've had no troubles, it's great! Just offering up another viewpoint.
bonehead
GT Owner
Agreed it is the most reliable. But frankly, it's just plain ugly and looks cheap. I know it's just a key, but we have to hold and see it everytime we drive our cars. Just think it should be more befitting to the vehicle. That being said, this is a perfect example of why I do and will shy away from most mods that don't come from Ford/Ford Racing.
Superfly
HERITAGE GT OWNER
And I think I read somewhere that you can program up to 10 keys (so two OEM, plus up to 8 new ones?). But when you're programming a new one, I don't think you can simply add the one new one, you have to reprogram ALL of your keys. And you need your two OEM keys. Again, that's from memory, but I think it's right.
B. West
GT Owner
I hate to jump this thread but I only got one key with my car (not sure where he misplaced other Kay and fobs). I bought two new keys and two new fobs from my dealer. I had an extra fob from a previous vehicle (Explorer-company veh). All 3 fobs (max limit) had to be programmed at once. The keys themselves, have to be programmed with the car via computer after getting cut.
Superfly
HERITAGE GT OWNER
Could be. But I was able to program my keys and remotes just using the programming procedure Andrew sent out (so I did NOT need to take them to the dealer), and I've got FOUR (4) functional keys and remotes. Plus, looking at the instructions, it appears that I can 'add' up to 4 keys/remotes per car, so that would be up to SIX sets of keys/remotes, not 3 as the max limit (unless maybe there are 3 other sets of keys for your car out there and that's why you can't program any more???) Anyway, not a big deal as you've only got 3 keys, but just thought you should be aware that it's not the limit.
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GT Owner
Greg-TT
GT Owner
shesgotlegs
GT Owner
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It's unfortunate a few have had challenges with the key... I can say that since mine was first programmed a few years ago I have put on thousands of miles without any issue whatsoever.
I don't miss the el cheapo Ford Focus oem original .
beckertb
GT Owner
Add me to the list of never getting it to work including a board replacement and trip to dealer...
Planecrazy232
GT Owner
Even after replacements I couldn't get mine to work. I ended up taking the board out of an OEM FOB to make mine work. I like the flip key but the electronics suck.