Getting a spare key made?
2nd Gear Member
Joined: Oct 2009
Posts: 459
From: Anchorage, Alaska
Any good full service locksmith will have the code equipment to do key as all cars have PATS now and all need keys. Goes to logic that they wouldn't miss out on the current industry. They'll have the code machine. It looks sort of like your OBDII reader, only a larger unit with a couple readout dials to show the frequency. Very simple actually but it costs a pretty penny. Mobile locksmiths will have this capability also, as they need to have access to vehicles without keys stuck out in bum-***-egypt. They plug into the OBD port and they work their magic from there. I've watched it done a couple times and it's quite a simple, yet time consuming deal, if you know what you are doing. It's easier if you have one key already, but still easily doable without any keys to them. After you have 2, it takes no time to program a bunch more to have around. It's just that you MUST have 2 to begin with.
Last edited by akdoggie; May 5, 2013 at 05:37 AM.
Joined: Mar 2013
Posts: 34
From: NY
I just went through this with my 07. I purchased programmable key blanks off of Ebay for about $12 a piece. Called around until I found a locksmith who could program PATS keys. Brought the one origianl key and the 2 blanks to the locksmith. Had them cut both keys, but only program one of them. Total cost for 2 key cuts and programming of one was $42. Throw in the cost of the keys and it was less than $70. Don't buy the keys from the locksmith or you'll pay about $60 just for the key. Ebay is the way to go on this.
Cut & Paste Expert
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 13,322
From: NW Arkansas
This also goes the other way.
If you are lucky enough to have TWO S197 mustangs,
you can cut one side of the key for one stang and the
other side of the key for the 2nd stang owned.
Then program the PATS for the same key on both stangs.
Put one side up when inserting the key for one stang and
turn it over before inserting into the second stangs ignition lock.
This also works for the doors and trunk.
I have been doing this with double sided Ford keys since the 70s.
Long before PATS and the like.
The Ford lock cylinder only uses one side of the key to operate.
The other side is there just for consumer convenience
.
Now only one key is needed for either stangs.
The possibilities are endless...
If you are lucky enough to have TWO S197 mustangs,
you can cut one side of the key for one stang and the
other side of the key for the 2nd stang owned.
Then program the PATS for the same key on both stangs.
Put one side up when inserting the key for one stang and
turn it over before inserting into the second stangs ignition lock.
This also works for the doors and trunk.
I have been doing this with double sided Ford keys since the 70s.
Long before PATS and the like.
The Ford lock cylinder only uses one side of the key to operate.
The other side is there just for consumer convenience
.Now only one key is needed for either stangs.
The possibilities are endless...
5th Gear Member
Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 2,548
From: Connecticut
Key Programming — Additional Key With One Programmed Key
NOTE: This procedure is used when a customer needs to have an additional key programmed into the vehicle without erasing stored key codes, but does not have 2 programmed keys available. This procedure is also useful when attempting to determine if an ignition key is defective, as a new key can be installed without erasing keys or without having 2 programmed keys available.
the only way to program another key with just 1 key is by plugging it in to the Worldwide Diagnostic System computer and reprogramming, this way it will not erase the code to your hidden key.
Key Programming — Program a Key Using Two Programmed Keys
if you have to programmed keys available then you can program additional keys without taking it to the dealer.
NOTE: This procedure works only if 2 or more programmed ignition keys are available and additional programmed key(s) are desired.
if you can find your hidden key you can program additional keys yourself and save about $110.00 for programming which is what our service department charges.
Insert a programmed ignition key into the ignition lock cylinder and turn the ignition switch from the OFF position to the RUN position (maintain the ignition switch in the RUN position for 3 seconds, but not longer than 10 seconds).
Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and remove the first key from the ignition lock cylinder.
Within 10 seconds of turning the ignition switch to the OFF position, insert a second programmed ignition key into the ignition lock cylinder and turn the ignition switch from the OFF position to the RUN position (maintain the ignition switch in the RUN position for 3 seconds, but not longer than 10 seconds).
Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and remove the second key from the ignition lock cylinder.
Within 20 seconds of turning the ignition switch to the OFF position, insert the unprogrammed ignition key (new key) into the ignition lock cylinder and turn the ignition switch from the OFF position to the RUN position (attempt to start the vehicle).
If additional programmed key(s) are desired, repeat the key programming procedure.
http://iihs.net/fsm/?dir=411&viewfile=Anti-Theft.pdf
NOTE: This procedure is used when a customer needs to have an additional key programmed into the vehicle without erasing stored key codes, but does not have 2 programmed keys available. This procedure is also useful when attempting to determine if an ignition key is defective, as a new key can be installed without erasing keys or without having 2 programmed keys available.
the only way to program another key with just 1 key is by plugging it in to the Worldwide Diagnostic System computer and reprogramming, this way it will not erase the code to your hidden key.
Key Programming — Program a Key Using Two Programmed Keys
if you have to programmed keys available then you can program additional keys without taking it to the dealer.
NOTE: This procedure works only if 2 or more programmed ignition keys are available and additional programmed key(s) are desired.
if you can find your hidden key you can program additional keys yourself and save about $110.00 for programming which is what our service department charges.
Insert a programmed ignition key into the ignition lock cylinder and turn the ignition switch from the OFF position to the RUN position (maintain the ignition switch in the RUN position for 3 seconds, but not longer than 10 seconds).
Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and remove the first key from the ignition lock cylinder.
Within 10 seconds of turning the ignition switch to the OFF position, insert a second programmed ignition key into the ignition lock cylinder and turn the ignition switch from the OFF position to the RUN position (maintain the ignition switch in the RUN position for 3 seconds, but not longer than 10 seconds).
Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and remove the second key from the ignition lock cylinder.
Within 20 seconds of turning the ignition switch to the OFF position, insert the unprogrammed ignition key (new key) into the ignition lock cylinder and turn the ignition switch from the OFF position to the RUN position (attempt to start the vehicle).
If additional programmed key(s) are desired, repeat the key programming procedure.
http://iihs.net/fsm/?dir=411&viewfile=Anti-Theft.pdf
Now you mention a hidden key. I assume you are saying a key is hidden somewhere in the car when it is built. Has anyone had any luck in finding theirs?
Cut & Paste Expert
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 13,322
From: NW Arkansas
you bought it and then hid in a safe place...
Not a hidden key somewhere on the vehicle... LOL
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Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 2,548
From: Connecticut
