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Ford Remote Programming: Two Relearn Methods

Updated 2026 22 vehicles 2011–2015

This procedure covers 22 Ford and Lincoln vehicles from 2011 to 2015. Check that yours is listed below, then follow the steps.

Need the fob itself?

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Not sure which fob is yours? Find your year below for the exact FCC ID and part number.

Programming a remote on this Ford resets every remote for the vehicle, so you reprogram them all together. Try Method A first; if it doesn't work, use Method B. Don't press the brake pedal at any point.

Before you start

  • Every remote you want to use with the vehicle
  • Your key

Method A

If it won't enter programming mode, try the same steps with the driver's door closed.

  1. 1Close all doors, then open the driver's door. With it open, press Unlock on the driver's-door panel and insert the key into the ignition.
  2. 2Turn the ignition from OFF to RUN 8 times within 8 seconds, ending in RUN. The door locks cycle to confirm programming mode. If they don't, remove the key and start over.
  3. 3Within 10 seconds, press any button on the first remote. The locks cycle to confirm. If you have only one remote, skip to the last step.
  4. 4Within 10 seconds, press any button on the next remote; the locks cycle again. Repeat for any other remotes.
  5. 5Turn the ignition to OFF. The locks cycle once more to end programming mode.

Method B

  1. 1Fasten your seatbelt and close all doors.
  2. 2Turn the ignition from OFF to RUN 4 times within 3 seconds.
  3. 3Turn the ignition OFF. The system chimes to confirm programming mode.
  4. 4Within 10 seconds, press and hold any button on the first remote until you hear a chime.
  5. 5Within 10 seconds, press and hold any button on the next remote until it chimes.
  6. 6Turn the ignition to RUN to exit programming mode.

Tips & troubleshooting

  • Work quickly — the steps need to be done in fast succession.
  • If your Ford has push-button start, the remote is built into the smart key — use the key programming steps instead.

Which fob does your vehicle take?

These steps program a fob to your car — they can't tell you which fob to buy, and one that isn't the right part for your vehicle will not pair no matter how carefully you follow them. Find your vehicle below: tap your year for the exact fob it takes — FCC ID, OE part number and battery — or "Shop fobs" to browse replacements for that model.

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Vehicles this procedure covers

These steps apply to the 22 vehicles below — 7 models across 2 makes. Tap a year for that exact vehicle's fob details — FCC ID, part number and battery — or "Shop fobs" to browse replacements for that model on Amazon.

Every year, make and model this key fob programming procedure applies to
Make Model Years covered
Ford Edge Shop fobs for the Ford Edge on Amazon
Ford Escape Shop fobs for the Ford Escape on Amazon
Ford Explorer Shop fobs for the Ford Explorer on Amazon
Ford Flex Shop fobs for the Ford Flex on Amazon
Ford Focus Shop fobs for the Ford Focus on Amazon
Ford Taurus Shop fobs for the Ford Taurus on Amazon
Lincoln MKX Shop fobs for the Lincoln MKX on Amazon

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