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Ignition Switch
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Flashing a key for ignition switch
2003 FORD RANGER
86,000 MILES
LEON SCOTT
MEMBER
3 POSTS
I just had my flywheel and ignition coil replaced and the guy tells me that I have to get my key flashed, does that sound right?
Aug 24, 2016 at 12:18 AM
WRENCHTECH
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Experienced Mechanic
20,760 POSTS
No, not for those reasons unless disconnecting the battery caused it to lose memory somehow. That is rare, but not impossible.
Aug 24, 2016 at 1:16 AM
LEON SCOTT
MEMBER
3 POSTS
So how do I go about getting the key flashed, and what does that mean I have to do.
Aug 24, 2016 at 4:27 AM
WRENCHTECH
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Experienced Mechanic
20,760 POSTS
That is key programming that only the dealer or a locksmith can do.
Aug 24, 2016 at 4:29 AM
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