Ford Replacement Key UK

You've found the right place for you if you've lost the car keys and need to get a replacement. Auto Pro Locksmiths can assist you replace any kind of car fob or key. Our skilled technicians can fix any damaged key, including IA and Proximity keys. We are able to get your vehicle back on the road swiftly and safely.

Key to the blade profile of the HU101

Ford vehicles are equipped with the blade profile key HU101. This kind of key was introduced in 2004 and was replaced by the Tibbe style. As opposed to the Tibbe lock, which could be taken by thieves, the HU101 key offers a more secure lock. It is still in use on most Ford models of today. The Fiesta uses a different profile key. The profile key of the Fiesta, HU162T, has a similar blade design to the Fiesta however it features milled tracks running through the middle. The profile key differs in the sense of the space and the depth between each cut, but the main difference is in the shape.

To ensure the best fit, it is recommended that you visit your local locksmith shop to get your key profile cut. To install the new key shell the key blade profile must be cut. If the new key doesn't work, that means your transponder's immobiliser chip isn't been transferred. In these situations it is possible for a locksmith to replace the chip.

Ford has added numerous features to its keys over the years. The initial Ford model came with remote locking devices attached to the keys. These remotes had three or two buttons that let the driver remotely lock and unlock their car without having to use the keys of the car.

Intelligence Access (IA) key

An Intelligence Access (IA) key lets you start your Ford car without having to open the door. This brand new type of key has an electronic transmitter built into the head of the plastic key. This transmitter allows you to control the vehicle's remote start system and power locks. You can also lock and unlock your vehicle from outside with the system by pressing the sensor on the driver’s door for a quarter of a second.

Proximity is a key factor

If you require a replacement key for your Ford vehicle, you've come to the right spot. Lock Surgeon stocks thousands of Ford keys. We also sell Ford proximity keys and remotes. All keys can be used in conjunction with your car's key fob or lock.

A ford transit keys proximity key is an electronic key fob that is compatible with your vehicle's keyless entry and ignition system. The key communicates with your vehicle using radio waves. The proximity key unlocks or closes the doors and starts the engine when you come close to your car within a predetermined distance. The proximity key doesn't require batteries, which means you can use it as an emergency backup. This makes it very practical to use as an extra and you can repair or replace it if you require it.