HOW TO GUIDE: Ford EcoSport RKE Keyfob Programming

Ford EcoSport RKE Keyfob Programming

This is an easy-to-follow guide for programming the RKE Keyfob on a Ford EcoSport from 2018-2019-2020. To program your key fob, please read and follow the steps below.

Ford EcoSport TRANSPONDER KEY Programming

Ford EcoSport TRANSPONDER KEY Programming

  1. Enter Vehicle Programming Mode – Step 1

    INSERT a working transponder chip key into the ignition cylinder.

  2. Confirm First Transponder Chip Key

    TURN the ignition cylinder to ON (position 3) for 5 seconds and then back to OFF (position 1).

  3. Enter Vehicle Programming Mode – Step 2

    REMOVE the first working transponder chip key and INSERT a second working transponder chip key.

  4. Confirm Second Transponder Chip Key

    TURN the ignition cylinder to ON (position 3) for 5 seconds and then back to OFF (position 1).

  5. Activate Un-Programmed Transponder Key – Step 1

    REMOVE the second working transponder chip key and INSERT the un-programmed transponder chip key for activation within 20 seconds.

  6. Activate Un-Programmed Transponder Key – Step 2

    TURN the ignition cylinder to ON (position 3) for 6 seconds and then back to OFF (position 1).

  7. Exit Programming Mode

    The theft indicator light will respond by lighting up for 3 seconds to indicate successful programming of the new transponder chip key and an exit of programming mode.

  8. Test Remotes

    Test all remotes. Programming is now complete.

Ford EcoSport KEYFOB REMOTE Programming

Ford EcoSport KEYFOB REMOTE Programming

  1. Enter Vehicle Programming Mode

    Turn Ignition from OFF to RUN 8 times within 10 seconds, with the 8th time ending in RUN. Door locks will cycle to confirm Programming Mode.

  2. Program Remote

    Within 20 seconds press any button on first keyless remote fob. Door locks will cycle to confirm programming.

    (Repeat immediately for any additional remotes to be programmed.)

  3. Exit Programming Mode

    Turn ignition to OFF. Locks will again cycle to indicate end of programming mode.

  4. Test Remotes

    Test all remotes. Programming is now complete.

Important:

  • Verify the following prior to following these instructions:
    • Your vehicle is equipped with keyless entry, and
    • You have a key fob remote that is compatible with your vehicle.
  • Transponder Chip Key Programming
    • You must have 2 working transponder chip keys in order to program a new transponder without the assistance of a professional.
    • The key to be programmed must be cut prior to beginning this programming procedure.
  • Key Fob Remote Programming
    • Obtain all remote transmitters for this vehicle. This procedure will erase all previously programmed remotes. You must program all existing and new remotes that you wish to use on the vehicle at this time.
    • You may clear your keyless entry system memory by entering programming mode as shown in the steps above.

Note: If your vehicle cannot enter programming mode, then you cannot program any remote.  This indicates either no keyless entry installed on the vehicle or a defective keyless entry receiver module.

Thank you very much! This tutorial was compiled and researched by Erwin Salarda.