Prgramming PATS key?
Okay - well that sucks, kind of.
I've heard there are some locksmiths and even Ace Hardware dealers that can clone an existing PATS key. This will give you two working keys, but because they are identical, you cannot buy another blank one and make your own using the procedure in the manual.
The prices I've heard range from $60-$80.
Hope this helps.
I've heard there are some locksmiths and even Ace Hardware dealers that can clone an existing PATS key. This will give you two working keys, but because they are identical, you cannot buy another blank one and make your own using the procedure in the manual.
The prices I've heard range from $60-$80.
Hope this helps.
I think a gent going by the screenname SSCULLY on the Electrical Forum has said SOME locksmiths have the equipment to give you a second "original" key. I doubt it's very cheap with them either.
If it were me, I'd shell out the bucks to get a second "master key" then I'd immediately make 2 more "spares". You can get the key blanks fairly cheaply on ebay. This way, if you lost one, you'd still have three "masters".
If you bought the truck used from a dealer, I think as a goodwill gesture he could be talked in to giving you another "master" at "cost".
- Jack
If it were me, I'd shell out the bucks to get a second "master key" then I'd immediately make 2 more "spares". You can get the key blanks fairly cheaply on ebay. This way, if you lost one, you'd still have three "masters".
If you bought the truck used from a dealer, I think as a goodwill gesture he could be talked in to giving you another "master" at "cost".
- Jack
OP - check these out ...
Using only one key:
https://www.f150online.com/forums/19...y-one-key.html
Classic How-To from Tylus (and very well done too!):
https://www.f150online.com/forums/ar...light=pats+key
MGD
Using only one key:
https://www.f150online.com/forums/19...y-one-key.html
Classic How-To from Tylus (and very well done too!):
https://www.f150online.com/forums/ar...light=pats+key
MGD
OP - check these out ...
Using only one key:
https://www.f150online.com/forums/19...y-one-key.html
Look at post #5.
Classic How-To from Tylus (and very well done too!):
https://www.f150online.com/forums/ar...light=pats+key
Also states you need two keys to program another one.
MGD
Using only one key:
https://www.f150online.com/forums/19...y-one-key.html
Look at post #5.
You are confused because you didn't read the WHOLE bulletin and didn't refer to the supplied table to see what type of PATS systems is used by the F-series trucks. The excerpt you posted is for the Type "A" system which has never been used in any of Ford's F-series vehicles.
Bottom line: You either need two programmed key to add more or you need a properly equipped dealer of locksmith.
If you have only one PATS key, there is a way to avoid the large expense of getting additional PATS keys. It somewhat compromises security, so you are at a bit increased risk of theft, although no greater than a remote starter that uses a PATS bypass module with a live key inside. If you choose to accept this risk, proceed as follows:
1) Take your existing key somewhere and get at least two generic flat keys cut to the same key cut.
2) Remove the transceiver ring from the ignition cylinder.
3) Position your working PATS key inside the transceiver ring and secure it with plastic cable ties.
4) Secure the ring/key assembly up inside the dash in a spot than makes it difficult to get to easily.
5) Reassemble everything and use the generic keys for everything. The hidden PATS key will satisfy the security system whenever you start the vehicle.
Bottom line: You either need two programmed key to add more or you need a properly equipped dealer of locksmith.
If you have only one PATS key, there is a way to avoid the large expense of getting additional PATS keys. It somewhat compromises security, so you are at a bit increased risk of theft, although no greater than a remote starter that uses a PATS bypass module with a live key inside. If you choose to accept this risk, proceed as follows:
1) Take your existing key somewhere and get at least two generic flat keys cut to the same key cut.
2) Remove the transceiver ring from the ignition cylinder.
3) Position your working PATS key inside the transceiver ring and secure it with plastic cable ties.
4) Secure the ring/key assembly up inside the dash in a spot than makes it difficult to get to easily.
5) Reassemble everything and use the generic keys for everything. The hidden PATS key will satisfy the security system whenever you start the vehicle.
Classic How-To from Tylus (and very well done too!):
https://www.f150online.com/forums/ar...light=pats+key
Also states you need two keys to program another one.
MGD





