Ford Auto Locksmith
Devon, Dorset & Somerset
Fiesta · Focus · Transit · Transit Custom · Transit Connect · Kuga · Puma · Ranger
Your local Ford auto locksmith for the whole South West. Ford key replacement, spare keys, programming, lockouts and immobiliser faults — for the Fiesta, Focus, Transit and the full Ford range. Mobile service at your location, 24 hours a day, with a confirmed price before we travel.
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Your Local Ford Key Specialist
I'm Dean — a specialist mobile auto locksmith based in Honiton with over 15 years working on Ford vehicles. Ford is the most common make on UK roads, and Ford key and lock work makes up a large part of what I do. Whether you've lost your Ford keys, snapped a key in the door, need a spare Ford key cut and programmed, or your Ford immobiliser is stopping the car from starting, I carry professional AUTEL and Xhorse equipment for the full Ford range.
Unlike a main dealer, I come to you — home, workplace, car park or roadside — and complete the job on-site. There's no need to recover the vehicle to a dealership or wait days for an appointment. Most Ford jobs are finished on the same visit at a fraction of typical dealer pricing.
The Ford PATS system (Passive Anti-Theft System) is at the heart of Ford security, and my diagnostic equipment is built to work directly with it — the same capability as a Ford dealership, brought to your door.
Ford Key Types We Work With
Ford has used a range of key and entry technologies across its model range over the years. I work with all of them:
Traditional Ford Keys
Older mechanical cut keys with a basic transponder chip, common on pre-2010 models.
Ford Remote Flip Keys
The fold-out blade keys with integrated remote central locking.
Ford Smart Keys
Push-button start keys used across newer Ford models.
Ford Keyless Entry
Detect-and-go systems that unlock without pressing the fob.
Ford Proximity Keys
Hands-free unlocking as you approach the vehicle.
Ford PATS Transponder Keys
The chip-coded keys that communicate with Ford's immobiliser.
Ford Vehicles Covered (Model & Year)
I cover the full Ford range across all the years these models have been on UK roads, including cars, SUVs and the best-selling Transit commercial vehicles:
| Model | Years Covered | Common Key Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Fiesta | 2002–2023 | Flip key / smart key |
| Ford Focus | 2001–Present | Flip key / proximity |
| Ford Transit | 2000–Present | Remote / smart key |
| Ford Transit Custom | 2012–Present | Remote flip key |
| Ford Transit Connect | 2002–Present | Remote flip key |
| Ford Kuga | 2008–Present | Smart / proximity key |
| Ford Puma | 2019–Present | Keyless smart key |
| Ford Ranger | 2012–Present | Smart key |
| Ford Mondeo / Galaxy / S-Max | 2000–2022 | Flip / smart key |
Don't see your model or year? Call 07830249408 — I cover virtually the entire Ford range and will confirm your exact vehicle in under a minute.
Our Ford Auto Locksmith Services
Ford Key Replacement (Lost Keys)
Lost all your Ford keys? No problem — and no original needed. Using your VIN and Ford immobiliser data I create a complete replacement key from scratch on-site, then delete the old keys for security. See lost car keys.
Spare Ford Keys
A spare Ford key is the best way to avoid a future lockout. I cut and programme spares for all Ford models on-site — mechanical, remote flip and proximity smart keys — far cheaper than an emergency replacement later.
Ford Key Programming
Ford key programming via the PATS immobiliser. My AUTEL equipment programmes new keys, syncs fobs and resolves coding faults — the same capability as a dealership, at your location.
Ford Transit & Transit Custom Services
Ford Transit, Transit Custom and Transit Connect key replacement and programming — a frequent commercial and fleet callout. Lost van keys immobilise your business, so I prioritise commercial jobs.
Ford Key Fob Repairs
A Ford key fob that's stopped working often just needs a new battery, button repair or reprogramming. I diagnose and repair before recommending a full replacement.
Ford Broken Key Extraction
Snapped a Ford key in the door or ignition? Don't dig it out — that pushes it deeper. I safely extract the broken blade and cut a fresh working key on-site.
Common Ford Issues We See
Across thousands of Ford callouts, certain faults come up again and again. If you're experiencing any of these, I can help:
Recent Ford Job — Exeter
Ford Transit Custom — Lost Only Key
A customer lost the only key to a 2021 Ford Transit Custom while working in Exeter. With no spare available, the van was completely immobilised. I attended within 45 minutes, gained non-destructive entry, read the PATS immobiliser, cut and programmed a new remote key on-site, and deleted the missing key from the system for security. The customer was back working the same morning — at a fraction of the main dealer quote, with no recovery vehicle needed.
Main Dealer vs DB Car Keys
For most Ford key and lock jobs, a mobile specialist saves you time and money compared with a main dealer:
| Main Dealer | DB Car Keys | |
|---|---|---|
| Getting the car there | ✗Recovery often needed | ✓We come to you |
| Waiting time | ✗Days, parts ordered | ✓Same day |
| Pricing | ✗Higher | ✓Typically lower |
| Where the work happens | ✗Workshop visit | ✓Mobile, at your location |
| Availability | ✗Business hours | ✓24/7 emergency |
What Ford Customers Say
“Dean replaced the only key for my Ford Transit within an hour. Much cheaper than the Ford dealer quote and he came straight to me in Exeter. Highly recommend.”
— Google ReviewWhy Choose DB Car Keys for Your Ford?
Ford Expertise
Specialist knowledge of Ford's PATS immobiliser and key systems across the full model range.
Fully Mobile
I come to you anywhere in Devon, Dorset and Somerset — home, work or roadside.
Upfront Pricing
A confirmed price before I travel. No call-out bait fees, nothing added on arrival.
Cost-Effective
Typically a fraction of main dealer prices for the same Ford key and programming work.
Fast Response
Most Ford jobs completed on the same visit, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Professional Equipment
AUTEL and Xhorse diagnostic tools — the same standard used by dealerships.
Ford Auto Locksmith Near Me
Looking for a Ford auto locksmith near you?
DB Car Keys is a fully mobile Ford specialist, which means "near me" really does mean near you — I travel to your location across the whole region rather than asking you to come to a workshop. Whether you need a Ford locksmith in Exeter, a Ford locksmith in Plymouth, a Ford locksmith in Taunton, or a Ford key specialist anywhere across Devon, Dorset and Somerset, I come to you with everything needed to cut and programme keys on the spot.
Searches like "Ford key replacement near me" or "Ford locksmith near me" all lead to the same place — a local, mobile, fully-equipped service. Call 07830249408 with your postcode and I'll give you an honest ETA and a confirmed price before I set off. Explore my full area coverage to see everywhere I work.
Frequently Asked Questions — Ford
Yes. Using your vehicle's VIN and immobiliser data I create a complete new Ford key from scratch with no original required. The job is done at your location and all old keys are deleted from the system for security.
Yes — this is one of the most common jobs I do. With no working key present, I access the PATS immobiliser through the OBD port, read the security data and programme a brand new key to your Ford on-site. No original key is needed at any stage.
Yes. I programme Ford proximity smart keys and keyless entry fobs for models like the Puma, Kuga and newer Focus. These use a more advanced chip but the process is the same — read the immobiliser, programme the new smart key, test and hand over.
It depends on the model and key type — a basic Fiesta key is cheaper than a Transit smart key. I give a confirmed price before I travel. Call 07830249408 with your model and year for an immediate quote.
Yes. I programme genuine-quality transponder keys and fobs to the same standard as a Ford dealership, using professional AUTEL equipment — usually at a lower price and the same day.
Yes. All three Transit variants plus the Ranger pickup are within scope for key replacement and programming. Commercial and fleet callouts are a regular part of my work and I prioritise immobilised work vehicles.
Yes. This is a common issue where the key needs resyncing to the Ford PATS immobiliser. I can diagnose and resync it on-site, or programme a replacement if the chip has failed.
Need a Ford Auto Locksmith Today?
Fast, mobile Ford key replacement, programming and lockout service across Devon, Dorset and Somerset. Upfront pricing, 24/7 availability.