Losing or damaging your car key fob can be a real hassle. For 2018 Ford Edge owners, the good news is that you can program a new key fob yourself, saving time and money. This guide provides a simple, step-by-step method to program a new key fob for your 2018 Ford Edge, assuming you already have two working programmed key fobs.
Before you begin, ensure you have the following:
- Your 2018 Ford Edge vehicle
- Two (2) already programmed, working key fobs for your Ford Edge
- One (1) new, unprogrammed key fob for your Ford Edge
Step-by-Step Programming Instructions
Follow these steps carefully and quickly, as the process needs to be completed within 30 seconds of starting the ignition sequence.
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Prepare the Key Fobs: Remove the metal key blade from all of your key fobs. This is an important step to ensure the process works correctly.
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Locate the Backup Slot: Open your center console lid. Inside, you’ll find a designated backup slot at the bottom front. This “slot” is designed to hold the key fob securely during the programming process.
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Insert First Programmed Fob: Take one of your currently working key fobs. Position it with the buttons facing upwards and the unlock button pointing towards the front of your car. Place this fob into the backup slot, pushing it all the way forward into the “bed” of the slot.
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Press Ignition Button (First Time): Press the push-button ignition switch in your Ford Edge once.
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Press Ignition Button (Second Time): Wait for 3 seconds, and then press the push-button ignition switch again.
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Remove First Fob: Take out the first programmed key fob from the backup slot.
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Insert Second Programmed Fob: Within 8 seconds of removing the first fob, take your second programmed key fob and place it into the backup slot in the same orientation as the first. Press the push-button ignition switch.
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Press Ignition Button (Fourth Time): Wait for 3 seconds, and then press the push-button ignition switch again.
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Program New Fob: Remove the second programmed key fob. Immediately place your new, unprogrammed key fob into the backup slot. Press the push-button ignition switch one last time.
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Verify Programming: Listen for the door locks to activate. This is an indication that the new key fob has been successfully programmed to your 2018 Ford Edge.
The center console of a 2018 Ford Edge, highlighting the key fob backup slot location for programming a new key.
Conclusion
Congratulations! You have now successfully programmed a new key fob for your 2018 Ford Edge. By following these steps, you can easily handle your 2018 Ford Edge Key Fob Replacement at home, getting you back on the road quickly and without the need for a dealership visit for this simple task. Remember to test all key functions of your newly programmed fob to ensure everything is working as expected.
