2018 Key fob pics

[mcasseba]

Guys, I followed instructions and was not able to program 3rd key. Tried it in my garage last night. Nothing happens and no messages on dash throughout process.

Could I be missing a small step not in the instructions listed above? I’m I stuck going to the dealer?

Any help would be appreciated.

 

[Clockton]

It took me a few attempts. The key ring needs to be up and I believe the remote buttons facing towards the front is what finally worked for me

 

[aizdaman]

It took me a few tries as well but it did work and I used the instructions in this thread to program it.

 

[mcasseba]

Thanks guys, I will keep trying.

 

[hmgt3]

Did anyone have their key not work after getting the confirmation message that the keys have been successfully programmed?

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[oswiff]

Guys, I followed instructions and was not able to program 3rd key. Tried it in my garage last night. Nothing happens and no messages on dash throughout process.

Could I be missing a small step not in the instructions listed above? I’m I stuck going to the dealer?

Any help would be appreciated.

So for me, it didn't work the first two times I tried with key rings and my house keys attached. I think the key fobs weren't sitting properly in the slot.
I removed all key rings so the key fobs would sit well in the slot. I held each key in the slot - not pushing down or anything, just make sure it was making full contact - and as the original instructions stated, used my left hand to press the start/stop with each sequence.
You definitely don't need to go to the dealer.
Good luck

 

[Predator]

Heads up guys...

The eBay link that was previously posted on here for the blank key blade is NOT genuine Ford. It is a MUCH cheaper quality aftermarket part. Beware of any key blank under $25.

The OEM key supplier to Ford is Strattec. Very high quality.

Also, be aware that the Raptor Key Blank has a GUNMETAL finish to match the new Gen 5 keyfob and the Raptor's interior metal bits and pieces -- NOT bright silver like many others have been purchasing. The bright silver key blanks are for the regular F-150s. Currently, Strattec has not released the new GUNMETAL keyblanks to Ford as of yet. I will update this post when we have an ETA or they become available.

OEM Part Numbers:

• 2018 Raptor Key: 164-R8185
• 2018 Raptor Key Blank: TBA (the GUNMETAL key blank has not been released as a part as of yet)

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[/COLOR]FYI, this latest key fob is known as the 'Gen 5' fob at Ford/Strattec. So we can stop calling it the 2018 Raptor fob. LOL

The 2017 Raptor had a plain ol' Gen 4 'FORD' fob as the supplier didn't have the Gen 5 'RAPTOR' fob ready in time for the 2017 model year.

I upgraded BOTH of mine to the Gen 5 and deleted the Gen 4s.

Any 2018 Raptor owners want to buy my Gen 4 fobs?

 

[mcasseba]

Thanks guys! Programmed successful, I was waiting to long in between switching keys, only need 3 secs each.

Also, just saw post. Ordered the cheaper version but had it cut and works great.

 

[Predator]

I bought two new Gen 5 keys, and want to DELETE the old ones entirely. Anyone know how to do this short of visiting the dealer?

 

[solsurfr]

Programming successful. Getting 2nd key for the wife now that I know the new one works. Thanks for all the help!