How do I set up Phone As A Key with the Ford app?

You can set up Phone As A Key^™* by following the prompts in the Vehicle dashboard in the Ford app. After How do I activate my vehicle's modem using the Ford app?, use the steps below to get started.

Phone As A Key Requirements

To use Phone As A Key, you must meet the requirements below.

• The Ford app is downloaded to your device, How do I download the FordPass App and create an account?, and you are logged in.
• Your vehicle is added to the Ford app and What Ford vehicles is Phone As A Key available on?.
• Facial recognition, fingerprint recognition, or a passcode is set up on your mobile device.
• Your Changing Connectivity Settings are enabled.
• How do I activate my vehicle's modem using the Ford app?.
• Your phone's Bluetooth^® is enabled and running version 4.2 or greater.
• You have a supported mobile device running:
  • iOS^® 16.0 or later.
  • Android^™ 8.0 or later.

Setting up Phone As A Key 

1. How do I log in to my Ford or Ford app account?.
2. Ensure you have the correct vehicle selected (if you have more than one vehicle added to the Ford app), then tap Make this phone a key at the top of the app screen.

3. Select Pair Device. 

   
   Note: A prompt for Bluetooth access may appear, depending on your phone's manufacturer. 

   • If it does, tap Allow to continue Phone As A Key setup.
   • If you select Deny, the setup process will end, and you will not be able to use Phone As A Key.
      
4. Tap Pair device to continue. The key download will begin.
   
   Note: If you tap Don't Allow, the setup process will end. 
    
5. Follow the remaining prompts to complete your Phone As A Key setup.

If you experience any issues, Contacting a Ford app Customer Experience Specialist with the Ford App using the Account > Help options in the Ford app for additional assistance. 

Additional Information

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^*Available on select vehicles. Requires feature activation. Not compatible with all mobile phones.

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