HOW TO GUIDE: Ford Flex RKE Keyfob Programming

Ford Flex RKE Keyfob Programming

Hello, my friend I compiled and researched how to program the RKE Keyfob on the Ford Flex from 2009 to 2010, 2011 to 2012, 2013 to 2014, 2015 to 2016, 2017 to 2018, and 2019. Please follow the instructions below for your reference.

Ford Flex RKE 2009-2019 Keyfob Programming (REMOTE HEAD KEY FOB)

Ford Flex RKE 2009-2019 Keyfob Programming (REMOTE HEAD KEY FOB)

  1. Prepare Vehicle for Programming

    ENTER the vehicle and CLOSE the Driver’s Door.

  2. Confirm First Programmed Key – Step 1

    INSERT the first previously programmed transponder key into the ignition.

  3. Confirm First Programmed Key – Step 2

    TURN the ignition from Position 1 (LOCK/OFF) to Position 3 (RUN). KEEP the ignition in Position 3 (RUN) for at least 3 seconds, but no more than 10 seconds.

  4. Confirm First Programmed Key – Step 3

    TURN the ignition to Position 1 (LOCK/OFF) and REMOVE the first key from the ignition.

  5. Confirm Second Programmed Key – Step 1

    Within 10 seconds of turning the ignition to Position 1 (LOCK/OFF), INSERT the second previously programmed key into the ignition.

  6. Confirm Second Programmed Key – Step 2

    TURN the ignition from Position 1 (LOCK/OFF) to Position 3 (RUN). KEEP the ignition in Position 3 (RUN) for at least 3 seconds, but no more than 10 seconds.

  7. Confirm Second Programmed Key – Step 3

    TURN the ignition to Position 1 (LOCK/OFF) and REMOVE the second key from the ignition.

  8. Program New Remote Head Key – Step 1

    Within 20 seconds of turning the ignition to Position 1 (LOCK/OFF) and removing the second key, INSERT the NEW un-programmed key into the ignition.

  9. Program New Remote Head Key – Step 2

    TURN the ignition from Position 1 (LOCK/OFF) to Position 3 (RUN). KEEP the ignition in Position 3 (RUN) for at least 6 seconds.

  10. Exit Programming Mode

    REMOVE the NEW key from the ignition.

    If the key was successfully programmed, the theft indicator light will illuminate for 3 seconds and then go out to indicate successful programming of the key.

    If the key was NOT successfully programmed, the theft indicator light will FLASH on and off. Wait 20 seconds and repeat the process from Step 1.

  11. Test Remotes

    TEST all remotes. Programming is 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.
  • Remote Head Key Programming
    • You must have 2 working transponder chip remote head keys in order to program a new remote head key without the assistance of a professional.
    • The key to be programmed must be cut prior to beginning this programming procedure.
  • To program any additional new keys, wait 20 seconds and REPEAT this procedure.

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.

 

Ford Flex RKE 2009-2019 Keyfob Programming (PEPS SMART KEY FOB REMOTE)

Ford Flex RKE 2009-2019 Keyfob Programming (PEPS SMART KEY FOB REMOTE)

  1. Enter Programming Mode – Step 1

    Have two programmed PEPS smart keys inside the vehicle prior to beginning this procedure.

    PLACE the NEW un-programmed smart key in the pocket inside the center console utility compartment.

  2. Enter Programming Mode – Step 2

    PRESS the driver or passenger power door UNLOCK button 3 times.

  3. Enter Programming Mode – Step 3

    PRESS and RELEASE the brake pedal 1 time.

  4. Enter Programming Mode – Step 4

    PRESS the driver or passenger power door LOCK button 3 times.

  5. Enter Programming Mode – Step 5

    PRESS and RELEASE the brake pedal 1 time. The INDICATOR on the START/STOP button should begin to rapidly flash, indicating Programming Mode has been entered.

  6. Program New PEPS Smart Key Remote

    Within 1 minute, PRESS the START/STOP button on the vehicle. A message will be displayed on the message center indicating that the NEW smart key was programmed successfully.

  7. Exit Programming Mode

    REMOVE the smart key from the utility compartment pocket and PRESS the UNLOCK or LOCK button on the NEW programmed smart key to EXIT programming mode.

  8. Test Remotes

    TEST all remotes. Programming is 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.
  • You must have 2 working PEPS smart keys in order to program a new key without the assistance of a professional.

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.

 

Hello, my buddy I collected and researched the information necessary to program the RKE Keyfob on the Ford Flex from 2009 to 2010, 2011 to 2012, 2013 to 2014, 2015 to 2016, 2017 to 2018, and 2019. Please use the following instructions as a guide and follow them carefully.

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