Ford Replacement Key UK
If you've lost the car key and are in need of replacement then you're in the right place. Auto Pro Locksmiths will help you replace any type of car fob or key. Our skilled technicians can repair any damaged key including IA and proximity keys. We'll get your car back on its feet quickly and securely.
Key to the blade profile of the HU101 blade
Ford automobiles use the HU101 blade profile key. This key style was introduced in 2004 and was replaced by the Tibbe style. The HU101 key is much more secure than the Tibbe lock, which was able to be taken by thieves. It's still used on the majority of Ford models today. The Fiesta has an alternative profile key. The Fiesta's HU162T profile key has a similar blade shape, but a milled track through the center. The profile key differs in terms of the distance and the depth between each cut, but the most significant difference lies in the shape.
To ensure the best fit, you should visit your local locksmith to have your key profile cut. To fit the new key shell the key blade's profile must be cut. If the new key doesn't function, it means that your transponder's immobiliser chip isn't been transferred. In these instances it is possible that a locksmith will be able to swap the transponder chips.
In recent years, Ford has added more features to its keys. The first Ford model had the remote locking device to the keys. The remotes featured two or three buttons which allowed the driver to remotely lock and unlock their vehicle without using keys for the car.
Intelligence Access (IA) key
An Intelligence Access key (IA) allows you to start your Ford car from inside the vehicle without opening the door. The new type of key has a transmitter embedded in the plastic head. The transmitter lets you operate the vehicle's power locks and remote start system. It also lets you to lock or unlock your vehicle from the outside by pressing a sensor on the door of the driver for a half second.
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You've found the right place in case you require the replacement Ford key. Lock Surgeon stocks thousands of Ford keys. We also sell Ford proximity keys, remotes, and key fobs. All of these keys are compatible with the lock of your vehicle and key fob.
A Ford proximity key works with your car's keyless ignition system and keyless entry systems. The key communicates with the vehicle via radio waves. The proximity key unlocks or locks the doors and starts the engine when you are near your vehicle within a certain distance. You can also use the key as a spare, since it doesn't need batteries. This makes it easy to use as a spare , and can be repaired or replaced if necessary.