Losing or damaging your car keys can be a stressful experience. Luckily, programming a new key fob for your 2015 Ford Fusion can often be done at home, saving you time and money compared to dealership services. This guide provides clear, step-by-step instructions to program your 2015 Ford Fusion key fob, ensuring you’re back on the road quickly. Whether you have the standard remote key or the smart key system, we’ve got you covered.
Programming a 2015 Ford Fusion Remote/Flip Key
This method is for Ford Fusion models that use a traditional remote key or flip key, where you insert the key into the ignition cylinder to start the car. Before you begin, ensure you have two already programmed keys. This is a necessary security measure by Ford to prevent unauthorized key programming. If you only have one working key, you will need to visit a locksmith or use a key programmer tool, which can sometimes be rented online.
Here’s how to program your 2015 Ford Fusion remote key:
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Insert First Programmed Key: Place your first, already working key into the ignition.
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Turn Ignition To “On”: Switch the ignition from the “off” position to the “on” position. Leave it in the “on” position for at least three, but no more than ten seconds.
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Turn Ignition Off and Remove Key: Switch the ignition back to the “off” position and remove the first key from the ignition.
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Insert Second Programmed Key: Within ten seconds of removing the first key, insert your second, already programmed key into the ignition.
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Turn Ignition To “On” Again: Switch the ignition to the “on” position with the second key. Again, keep it in the “on” position for three to ten seconds.
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Turn Ignition Off and Remove Second Key: Turn the ignition back to “off” and remove the second programmed key.
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Insert New Unprogrammed Key: Within ten seconds, insert the new, unprogrammed key into the ignition.
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Turn Ignition To “On” and Wait: Switch the ignition to the “on” position with the new key. This time, leave it in the “on” position for at least six seconds.
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Remove New Key and Test: Remove the newly programmed key from the ignition. To verify successful programming, attempt to start your Ford Fusion with the new key. Also, test the remote entry system functions like locking and unlocking if your new key fob has these features. If the programming was unsuccessful, wait ten seconds and carefully repeat steps 1 through 8.
Programming a 2015 Ford Fusion Smart Key
For 2015 Ford Fusion models equipped with the smart key or intelligent access system, the programming procedure is slightly different. This system allows you to start your car with the key fob in your pocket or bag, using a push-button start. Similar to the remote key programming, you will need two previously programmed smart keys to program a new one yourself. The system allows for a maximum of four programmed smart keys.
Follow these steps to program a smart key for your 2015 Ford Fusion:
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Locate Backup Slot: Open your center console and locate the backup slot specifically designed for smart key programming.
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Insert First Programmed Smart Key: Place your first programmed smart key into the backup slot. Ensure the key ring is at the top and the buttons are facing towards the rear of the vehicle.
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Press START/STOP Button (First Key): Wait for five seconds after inserting the key, then press the START/STOP button.
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Remove First Smart Key: Remove the first programmed smart key from the backup slot.
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Insert Second Programmed Smart Key: Within ten seconds of removing the first key, place your second programmed smart key into the backup slot.
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Press START/STOP Button (Second Key): Wait for five seconds, then press the START/STOP button again.
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Remove Second Smart Key: Remove the second programmed smart key from the backup slot.
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Insert New Unprogrammed Smart Key: Wait five seconds, then place the new, unprogrammed smart key into the backup slot and press the START/STOP button.
Programming should now be complete. Verify that the remote control functions (if applicable) are working and that the vehicle starts with the newly programmed intelligent smart key. If the programming fails, wait ten seconds and repeat steps 1 through 7 carefully.
By following these instructions, you can program a new key fob for your 2015 Ford Fusion and regain full functionality quickly and efficiently. Remember to always double-check each step and ensure you have the necessary programmed keys before starting the process.
