2003 Focus - Keyless Entry

[phipps]

Is there an "easy" way to determine if a key came equipped with keyless entry?

We just bought an 03 Focus and there wasn't a key fob, but the key wasn't the factory key either.

Also, we only have 1 key for the car. Everything I've read indicates you have to have 2 working keys in order to program a new key without involving the dealership. Any idea about how much programming a key at a dealer is going to run me? Is there any sort of work around?

[jwalker1970]

Ford Theft-Lock Key Cheat:

I'm a used car dealer, and I've been using this on Fords for many years.

The chip key must be carefully inserted into the receiver ring of the tumbler for the theft to be disabled and the car to start.

Make a few duplicate keys (without the chip).
Make sure the duplicate keys turn the ignition tumbler and open the doors/ trunk.
Remove the column shrowd(s).
Unhook the receiver ring (usually clipped in or held with one screw).
Stretch the wire and relocate the receiver to a place where it won't interfere with anything.
carefully position the chip key through the ring and secure it there in the same approximate position that the key would rest if it were mounted to the column. (I found that an old 35mm film case, hot glue and black tape work the best.)
Try the non-chip key in the ignition. If it doesn't start, reposition the chip key to the receiver.
Replace shrowd.

This has worked in Explorers, Expeditions, F-150's, Focus, Escapes, etc.

[Onblsht]

You can try the first half of the remote programming instructions, which will let you know if the keyless entry system is present if the vehicle responds by cycling the locks:

1) Turn the system from OFF to RUN 4 times within 10 seconds.

2) Turn the ignition to OFF.

3) The system will chime to confirm programming mode has been entered.

[phipps]

Originally Posted by Onblsht

You can try the first half of the remote programming instructions, which will let you know if the keyless entry system is present if the vehicle responds by cycling the locks:

1) Turn the system from OFF to RUN 4 times within 10 seconds.

2) Turn the ignition to OFF.

3) The system will chime to confirm programming mode has been entered.

Ok, I tried this and as I turn it back to OFF after the 4 OFF-ON cycles I get a single ding. Is this the chime you're talking about?

I have a remote from a 2002 Ford Taurus. Can it be programmed to my 2003 Focus?

[phipps]

Disregard my last post. I found some more detailed programming directions and went out and tried it. Sure enough it worked with a FREE key fob I found today! LOL