Using a new style remote/key combo keyfob on a 99-04 Mustang

triggz · 06-05-2007, 01:57 PM

So I got bored and tried to see if my new Fusion's key can be recognized by my Mustang, and to my surprise it WORKS flawlessly!

I followed the standard programming method (turn key from ACC to RUN 8 times in rapid succession, not turning the key all the way back to the remove position, then press the lock button on the remote) and all the buttons work perfect. I'm assuming that the transponder is the same as well, it would be really cool to have one of these new keys for my 2000.

Does anyone have access to try and program a modern transponder key to a Mustang to verify that portion works as well?

04 Mach1 · 06-05-2007, 05:23 PM

I like that idea. Lets us know if it works.

93Cobra#2771 · 06-07-2007, 09:23 AM

Good work figuring that out!

triggz · 06-07-2007, 03:15 PM

So it seems its completely possible. The downside is the blank keyfobs are $99 + shipping from Randy at MD..

Buy key
Have key cut to match factory key
Program transponder with the two factory keys method
Program keyless entry (verified to work)

If anyone can get the hookup on these keys, post up.. They're $140 list price.

How to program transponder key:
http://www.fordf150.net/howto/patskey.php

How to program keyless entry:
http://www.fordf150.net/howto/reprogramremotes.php

04 Mach1 · 06-07-2007, 04:24 PM

I beleive I'll have to order one for the mach.

ujslost · 06-07-2007, 04:40 PM

gimme a part number and i will see what i can get them for. I work in the service department at gilbert and baker ford in albertville.

triggz · 06-07-2007, 08:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ujslost

gimme a part number and i will see what i can get them for. I work in the service department at gilbert and baker ford in albertville.

I'll see if I can get a PN. There are probably several versions of this key, I doubt only the fusion's key looks like that. The one I posted is even actually a little different, my fusions key has "2x" on the truck button (you have to hit it twice to open it).

ujslost · 06-07-2007, 08:46 PM

that way your trunk doesnt accidently open if the fob is pressed in your pocket accidently
but let me know and I will see what i can get

triggz · 06-08-2007, 10:37 AM

According to another guy on StreetStangs, the Mach1 registry guys had this discussion before and found that the key is too fat at the top to fit into the 'collar' of the ignition.. now, this would be very easy to fix as I've taken that little piece off before, but its another drawback that has to be worked around.

ujslost · 06-09-2007, 06:24 AM

Ok I talked about this with another tech at work today. He said the fob will work all day long but you cant program the key to work.

06-05-2007, 01:57 PM	#1
triggz Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 245	Using a new style remote/key combo keyfob on a 99-04 Mustang So I got bored and tried to see if my new Fusion's key can be recognized by my Mustang, and to my surprise it WORKS flawlessly! I followed the standard programming method (turn key from ACC to RUN 8 times in rapid succession, not turning the key all the way back to the remove position, then press the lock button on the remote) and all the buttons work perfect. I'm assuming that the transponder is the same as well, it would be really cool to have one of these new keys for my 2000. Does anyone have access to try and program a modern transponder key to a Mustang to verify that portion works as well? __________________ 2000 Black on Black on Black 4R70W N2O GT Convertible times Stock rebuild 11/12/04 ....... 100shot 10/15/06 1/4: 14.08@99.32 ............. 1/4: 12.8@108 Horsepower for Charity dyno: 357rwhp/398rwtq sae

06-07-2007, 09:23 AM	#3
93Cobra#2771 The Kocky One Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Yeah, but those cutters won't bust any walnuts.â„¢ Posts: 1,948	Good work figuring that out! __________________ *For Sale: Reproduction Window Stickers, 87+ Mustangs, Cobras, Lightnings, and HD F150!* Richard White 93 Cobra Kocky will be back!

06-07-2007, 03:15 PM	#4
triggz Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 245	So it seems its completely possible. The downside is the blank keyfobs are $99 + shipping from Randy at MD.. Buy key Have key cut to match factory key Program transponder with the two factory keys method Program keyless entry (verified to work) If anyone can get the hookup on these keys, post up.. They're $140 list price. How to program transponder key: http://www.fordf150.net/howto/patskey.php How to program keyless entry: http://www.fordf150.net/howto/reprogramremotes.php __________________ 2000 Black on Black on Black 4R70W N2O GT Convertible times Stock rebuild 11/12/04 ....... 100shot 10/15/06 1/4: 14.08@99.32 ............. 1/4: 12.8@108 Horsepower for Charity dyno: 357rwhp/398rwtq sae

06-08-2007, 10:37 AM	#9
triggz Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 245	According to another guy on StreetStangs, the Mach1 registry guys had this discussion before and found that the key is too fat at the top to fit into the 'collar' of the ignition.. now, this would be very easy to fix as I've taken that little piece off before, but its another drawback that has to be worked around. __________________ 2000 Black on Black on Black 4R70W N2O GT Convertible times Stock rebuild 11/12/04 ....... 100shot 10/15/06 1/4: 14.08@99.32 ............. 1/4: 12.8@108 Horsepower for Charity dyno: 357rwhp/398rwtq sae

06-05-2007, 05:23 PM	#2
04 Mach1 Bet I red light B4U Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: ANNISTON, AL Posts: 975	I like that idea. Lets us know if it works.

06-07-2007, 04:24 PM	#5
04 Mach1 Bet I red light B4U Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: ANNISTON, AL Posts: 975	I beleive I'll have to order one for the mach.

06-07-2007, 04:40 PM	#6
ujslost Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: ALBERTVILLE, AL Posts: 498	gimme a part number and i will see what i can get them for. I work in the service department at gilbert and baker ford in albertville.

06-07-2007, 08:46 PM	#8
ujslost Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: ALBERTVILLE, AL Posts: 498	that way your trunk doesnt accidently open if the fob is pressed in your pocket accidently but let me know and I will see what i can get

06-09-2007, 06:24 AM	#10
ujslost Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: ALBERTVILLE, AL Posts: 498	Ok I talked about this with another tech at work today. He said the fob will work all day long but you cant program the key to work.