IT'S EASY!!! How To Program Transponder Keys for Late Model Jeep Wrangler

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In this video I show you how easy (and HARD) it is to add a new key for your late model Jeep. This process is likely similar for a variety of videos... so check out the link I share in the video for detailed instructions for whatever vehicle you have. These are the keys I am adding: amzn.to/2yroqbV. You can also get versions of these keys with the transceiver (buttons) and the programming steps are the same.
I added these keys because since I installed the Omega Excalibur alarm system, I no longer need the large factory Jeep key. This allows me to save some bulk and weight in my pocket.

[@turn-n-burn1421]

I'm going to repeat this same message for several videos on this topic. I'm glad this procedure seems to have worked for any of you, but I must be dumb as a rock. Because I have followed these instructions exactly with zero luck.

[@turn-n-burn1421]

I 'finally' yesterday got around to getting this done on my 2007. There's a little hardware store in my town, where one day the young guy was willing to do it, but he couldn't seem to get one or the other keys anchored into the cutting machine. Yesterday, I took it to a small locksmith in Marshalltown Iowa who said he'd also need to program it. I said no, I can do that part; it's pretty easy. I asked to only cut one key so I could try it first. He literally cut it for free. Can't beat that. He has a new customer as long as I need a locksmith. I'll try the programming today (Christmas Eve).

[@justincase1575]

Thanks for the info! I have two keys but need a third for a third driver. I have the uncut blank and my local hardware said they would cut it. Now I know how to program without paying dealer $65.00 to program!

[@guadalupevargas8976]

Thank you, I just programmed two keys and following your instructions it took me less than five minutes have them ready. Thank you again

[@counterproductiveproductio196]

I ordered the keys from Amazon using the link in the description. Lowe's refused to cut the keys. WalMart auto center was willing to do it but said they couldn't do it because they didn't know which "cassette" to use in their automatic key making device. A nearby locksmith cut them for me for $5 each in under 2 minutes. I programmed them using your instructions and they both worked in my 2014 Jeep JKUR first time. The locksmith said give the last programming step time to finish and when you start it, let it run for at least 30 seconds to make sure it keeps running.

[@brandonclevenger9177]

thanks for taking the time to do this series! I ordered the kit using your link and will be installing this weekend on my 14. Saving at least $250 over my original plan of having a shop install an alarm and getting remote start in the process (something I wouldn't have opted for if going through a shop). Pretty Awesome!

[@danmulkiewicz5515]

Just wanted to post a follow up to this great video. I follower the steps in this video and it worked using my 2017 Jeep JKU. I purchased as four pack of compatible keys, two grey, non-factory alarm keys like the ones used as spares in this video, along with two key fob versions (lock / unlock features that look like his master keys). All four were able to be programmed and the two with the factory unlock/lock fob features also worked to arm and disarm the factory alarm and remotely unlock and lock the Jeep after programming. Nice work on the video! Keep them coming! :)

[@annadorosenkov9138]

Hey I have a 2017 jeep wrangler JKU as well and am wondering how I can tell if it has remote keyless entry? The dealership only gave me one transponder key when I got it but I'm thinking maybe there's a chance it has keyless entry that I didn't know about. I got it a few months ago

[@danmulkiewicz5515]

@@annadorosenkov9138 Hi Anna, congrats on your JKU. I'm loving mine. I know some vehicles have full systems installed at the factory that are just disabled in simple ways that allow a dealership to easily upsell those features but I believe our Jeeps are built to order so are missing those key components. That said... It's a Jeep! So anything is possible given a good level of persistence and elbow grease. Here's a thread I found that discusses the keyless entry and remote start features along with discussions around retrofitting. www.wranglerforum.com/threads/keyless-entry.2139673/ Also you may want to check your build sheet by inputting your vin online. There are a few easily Googleable sites that should be able to pull your window sticker with whatever options the factory sent to the dealership at the time of your build. This won't cover things the original buyer asked the dealership to add after the fact. Case in point, my friend bought a JKUHR and his sticker only showed keyless entry but we found a mysterious purple wire running from his fuselock that connected to a the hoodpin for remote start and concluded that the owner had that feature installed after the build. Good luck!

[@robertbaratheon9289]

I have a 2019 Ram 1500 Classic. I just took the blank to the dealer. $3.50 to cut it. I paid $120 at the dealer to program a key for my 2012 Ram 1500. Once I found out how to do it, I bought the blank, programmed it, then when to the dealer to cut it. Easier for me than trying to find a locksmith in my area. Less than $40 for a new key. The Mopar key I used costed about $34. I had to use a special commercial transponder key to work in my ignition cylinder.

[@sebrofc]

man I LOVE classic locksmith they are great, a few left here where I live and they can always get me taken care of with my odd requests.

[@tbone9246]

I have a 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee and a 2005 Chrysler 300. Buying 1 key and getting it programmed at dealer was about $200. I bought 2 key fobs for each vehicle for less than 30 bucks total off of Ebay. Local locksmith came to my house. He cut and programmed all 4 for $105. So 4 key fobs cut and programmed for $135 and I never had to leave my home. I only had 1 key for each so I couldn't program them myself. I live in Warren MI. and had no trouble finding a locksmith that cuts fobs and programs them. Bright Lock & Key does whole Detroit metro area. I could have saved even more bringing the cars there but since I had 2 cars I didn't mind paying the $45 service call.

[@Nathan-yv1ef]

Home Depot cut them for me right away and it was free! Can't beat that price!

[@robofrank3305]

This actually worked! However, I did not need 2 keys, I was able to make it work with one key on my 2005 Durango. I bought 2 new keys on ebay, and could not find a locksmith nearby that could do it for me. I then decided to go to the Dodge dealer, and they wanted $80.00 per key to program them. So I decided to give this a try using the one key I had, and low and behold, it worked. Thanks for the informative video and for saving me $160.00.

[@jlaw8882]

Robo Frank can you give us a step by step on how you did this? It would help a lot of us out, thanks.

[@jlaw8882]

Could you tell us how?

[@robofrank3305]

@@jlaw8882 I just followed the steps of the video, but instead of inserting a second key, I just put the one key I had in twice. I guess I tricked it into thinking that I had a second key

[@jlaw8882]

@@robofrank3305 Thanks for getting back on this, much appreciated. I am going to give it a try.

[@jlaw8882]

@MissBttrsctch I ordered the 2 keys from Amazon and they are on their way. We do not live in North America or where Amazon deliver. I will post here once I get them and do the procedure to program them Thanks for asking.

[@an0malous238]

Funnily enough, I actually went to Lowes and got one of my keys cut for free. I left the second one blank just in case it didn't work, but it worked out just fine.

[@NightSociety]

Thanks well explained. The only problem is 2015 Wrangler still uses key for start...No Push Button?

[@BLZAIE]

Super helpful! You saved me SO much time. I was going to try all 3 of the stores you mentioned.

[@acecalzadilla6878]

My 2016 would give out the beep tones for some reason but it worked when I did it last year. Had the keys cut near my patrol area where I work. Guess it helps to walk into the store in uniform lol. I ended up getting a large magnetic hideaway box from them for my fifth key. Felt like it was the right thing to do when they wouldn’t take my money to cut my blanks. Oh and thanks no more background music I rather listen to you explain everything you do step by step nice work again CPO

[@o3djeeps]

Thanks! And yea...that uniform certainly didn't hurt! lol

[@vigourdiy5084]

Very informative, also Lock Smiths are the only one's outside of the dealership authorized to cut vehicle keys...vehicle theft, insurance & liability reasons plays a huge role. Hence the reason your ask for ID & registration at the dealer.

[@pattimessenger6214]

Thank you so much! I just programmed two keys for my Jeep! I got the keys on eBay.

[@davidlawhon9303]

Thanks, my wife paid 250 dollars for a replacement key at the dealership for her 2010 keep wrangler

[@randomnav]

worked perfectly for a 2008 Jeep Wrangler JKU

[@kturk2219]

Just programmed 2 keys for a 2011 Jeep Wrangler in 5 minutes. Exactly as described. 2 keys cost $10 on Amazon & local locksmith charged $10 total to cut. Jeep quoted me $200 minimum for one.

[@gaylordray277]

Just programmed 2 keys I got from Amazon; Lowes would not cut them, went to Home Depot and the asst mgr said it would not work because the key machine asked if was a transponder blank. If you answered honestly, the machine turned off. An associate standing nearby said he would try it so he cut both (I paid for 2 Reg key blanks since they were nice enough to try it). Both cut keys opened the locked door and fit the ignition. I then programmed each as you outlined. Both keys work unlocking and starting the car. Many thanks. Mine was a 2018 Wrangler Sport. Made my weekend!

[@mase202]

can you use an original key and a spare programed key to program a third key?

[@corneliasolomon4250]

Thank you so much for your detailed video. I'm going to try this next week when I get my new keys.

[@Avg0092]

Thanks i was trying to program my key for a pretty long time

[@5thGenNativeTexan]

Bought my JKU used, and it only had one key fob. Had I known at the time the cost and hassle it would be to get another fob later on my own, I'd have made the dealer who sold me the JKU burn me another key/fob.

[@Hexanity]

what if i only have one jeep wrangler key and not two?

[@oumuniquedavis3568]

Same problem I have

[@brym3452]

I went to Home depot and they cut mine for free which was surprisingly.

[@candikisses225]

Wowwwww I’m amazed. Saves me money 💵. I’m going to try this tomorrow. Unfortunately I have to re program my spare key, so I’ll just try the main key twice. This is better than saving hundreds with geico lol

[@corneliasolomon4250]

Did trying the same key twice work?

[@keithwalker6562]

Thank you... I did just the opposite meaning I had one transponder key. And I wanted the key fob keys

[@acordeon3000]

So is this possible with only ONE transponder key? I’m also looking to program a key fob for my ram, but only have one transponder key..

[@tonyamedsker497]

@@acordeon3000 I've got the same problem. Please anybody???

[@Tactical_Pterodactyl_Knives]

I have an 09 jk sahara and after reading tons of comments saying it would work with only one key I ordered extra but it will NOT work on mine. Which means I have to go to the stealership 👎🏼

[@redflogger]

I have a chip in my key but no central locking on car how do I get a spate key cut to start the vehicle

[@shawn4880]

What’s up buddy love this video very informative just order this same key off Amazon today just wondering how has it held up so far thanks

[@daveboboltz1994]

Really friendly guy at Lowe’s cut mine for me. We had to fool the machine by scanning the barcode for the non-transponder Jeep key. Then insert my blank. Three bucks.

[@ribeiroz78]

After put the 2nd key, the red dot won't blinking. Do you know the reason? (My jeep is an european Jeep Wrangler Jk 2.8 CRD Diesel, manual).

[@NANKEL1]

Will this sequence work with a new 2 button key fob?

[@jimmyoglo007]

Hi I have a jeep compass 2012 and have 1 original key.and make another key and want to programmed.how i make it .in your vedio you say that need 2 original key. And i have gust one

[@upnboy]

Wow, that was fast! I just posted on an earlier video that I was looking forward to the next video, this one came out 5 minutes later.Excellent video again, many thanks!

[@o3djeeps]

+upnboy that's how I roll! Lol

[@hellcatcam392]

Do you need both original keys or will one work with programming a new one

[@budjiman1]

He says you need both but what if we only have 1?

[@rodneyetownsend]

Programming instructions start at 6:20.

[@colinsmith1092]

I have a 2008 wrangler with one keyless entry key and one original grey transponder key, can I program a new transponder or keyless one from these two.

[@annadorosenkov9138]

Hello! I'm wondering if there's a way to do this with just one original transponder key? I bought a 2017 jeep wrangler few months ago and just have one key. I'm guessing you need to have 2 because it's an extra safety measure. Thanks

[@annadorosenkov9138]

found the answer in comments looking further down!

[@annadorosenkov9138]

It's a shame I just got an aftermarket one programmed by a car locksmith and I misplaced it few days ago.. don't want to pay again to so I'm trying to figure out a way around having 2 keys. I may try what others have suggested and just insert the same one twice

[@wikiwarrior6695]

Thanks man appreciate it! Quick question will this affect my old key? I had a problem with a Pontiac once I programmed a new key my old one was mad

[@natureschild4214]

The dealership cut mine for free and even provided me with a special code, not sure what the code is for but I'll take it.

[@williamwebb4620]

What happens when you only have one key? Can you use one key twice

[@gohangan]

Did you try this method? I lost my second copy and I was wondering if that would work once I get some extras

[@stephanebk2825]

How to program if you have only 1 key programming? That’s my issue right now

[@Hugolopez732]

You need t go to a locksmith, they’ll have a scanner to pull the pin code for the Jeep Wrangler and program the keys, I bought my own scanner and can now program my own keys, the scanner was around 300, it’s the xtool pro 2 on Amazon and the keys with fob were $30 for 2. That’s still cheaper than the dealer, the dealer wanted to charge me 350 to have 2 keys programmed to my truck, I wasted less than that on the scanner and fobs and now I can program keys for my other cars and my friends and families cars and make a little money off of that

[@chuckakhan1]

I have 1 programmed key fob with remote starter and 1 key with just the immobilzer. Does this count as 2 programmed keys? i want to program a 2nd remote with remote starter.

[@KillerBii]

I have the same issue. Did you found out the answer?

[@PK_Lakkapragada]

I am wondering if anyone has done something the other way around. I have a 2015 JK with the gray keys and aftermarket lock system. I want to have it consolidated to one key with buttons. Please do let me know if you were able to do it.

[@inhabityourtv]

This worked for starting the vehicle, but the horn starts honking when I unlock the vehicle with it. Any idea how to get that to stop?

[@craigmurphy6064]

I just had a new key cut at ace.

[@digitalartwerks]

Thanks a lot for sharing. I just ordered two sets thru your link.

[@o3djeeps]

Awesome!!!

[@thebullandarcher7964]

One key situation?

[@22lymo]

Hello, can I program the new key fob if I have just one original key? Thanks

[@crisknapp1990]

My friend lost his hopped key and his spare key forced his 05 jeep In lockout mode. Dealer said it will cost $40 plus cost of key and he must tow it 2 them that sucks

[@artgandara42]

What if you don't have any keys. I broke my only key in ignition. And replacing skim. How do I program new keys

[@destinyachieved4599]

Can it be followed for others like Nissan Toyota???

[@kristiancastillothegreenje1395]

Will this work with a Jk 2007?

[@destinyachieved4599]

Is it for Jeep only?

[@Mejia93635]

Ace hardware and truevalue hardware cuts them sometimes for free with your own key.

[@ekpurdy]

True story. Home Depot customer service was once excellent but is now universally horrible.

[@futureshock7425]

thanks for the video, you think this would work for a 2008 nissan?

[@joelane4670]

I have installed a rs omegalink in bmw. If I use these aftermarket rf kits,will a need tp remove data link Module again and program firmware?

[@alvendetti4600]

i only have 1 key and its grey..what a rip at the dealer..valet key...argh

[@crazysquirrel9425]

If key/tumblers are worn out and the key won't turn the lock, you would need to remove the tumblers so ANYTHING can turn the lock. Then do as the author said. Of course you need to replace the ignition lock cylinder....

[@BarLasMamacitas]

Very easy THANKS !

[@ridrod93]

Hello I have a 2017 jeep wrangler with two original keys I tried programming a blank myself using your instructions but I turned on the blank key after I thought it programmed and it only started for like 10 seconds...what are your thoughts

[@o3djeeps]

Mark That means it wasnt programming successfully. Try it again. Give more time between steps. Watch the light to see if it's responding..

[@ridrod93]

OVERCLOCK3D Jeeps the keys I bought were y164pt, I wonder if they are the right ones....?

[@rodneyvenzon7462]

I was looking on Amazon but need the auto door opener to my key. How do you know which key to buy so its compatable with the remote FOB?

[@houstonsmoke4568]

I only have one original key, will that work or do I have to go purchased another one from the dealership. Then program as many as I can after that?

[@o3djeeps]

houston smoke you need two programmed keys to do this so yeah... Once you get another one than you can make as many as you want.

[@5thGenNativeTexan]

And be ready to drop $200-$250 at the dealer. Sucks.

[@5sunny01]

Always awesome videos from you :).... are you going to do the follow up video of the alarm system and your feed back and how things are working out with it....I just ordered the alarm system and also when will you connect the proximity sensor ? Waiting on your videos :)

[@o3djeeps]

+Sunny Sharif ha. Yeah... Hopefully this weekend you'll see a couple more videos on programming and features. Not positive I'll have time to install the process sensor, but it will be soon!

[@vaughnrasmussen4058]

i have 2 programmed keys but i'm trying to program a keyfob that doesn't have a key it's just a remote. I have the same exact care and I can't seem to find out how to anywhere! If anyone knows please tell me thank you!

[@flyingt5]

How do I find what key works in mine? Im getting different results when I do a search. 2006 wrangler, rubicon. Its a LJ which is a wrangler TJ LWB

[@scottdoetsch8688]

Thanks forr the website bro.

[@mikebriseno5896]

What if you only one original key?

[@claytonfrans4826]

TH Rogers is the best to cut Ebay or Amazon bought keys, they did not change me anything to cut 2 keys. However, the Jeep dealer charges $25.00 to cut 2 keys to play God a and screw you over!

[@johncbone]

Is it possible with only one OE key 🔑

[@Tactical_Pterodactyl_Knives]

I've seen tons of people say it does but it does NOT work on my 09 jk sahara

[@lana6335]

What if I only have 1 original key? What should I do?

[@o3djeeps]

You'll have to go to a dealer.

[@paulcurley1703]

I have read on other sites that you can use the one key twice. Just remove it and reinsert it as you would with the second key. Seems to work fine.

[@chparkjr]

ALWAYS go to a real Locksmith for all of the keys you may need. The key duplicating machines in home centers and hardware stores rarely, if ever, get adjusted or get new cutting wheels. How many times have you heard tales of people going back to the home center or hardware store with new keys that don't work? Sometimes multiple trips back and forth to get a working key? You won't hear those horror stories about real Locksmiths.

[@vladvonravenloft9330]

Thank you very much.

[@abdouliejallow7642]

it will run but the next time the key wount start the vehicle...unless u repaet same procedure again...!

[@MaxEntropy1]

You should have gone to someone who knows what they're doing from the start. HD and Lowe's should not be in the key business. They can rarely tell customers how to install a faucet. Use locksmiths for locks. I'm a Florida locksmith. We'll cut it for $2.50 because if you know what you're doing you're not scared. The keys are expensive and a code from the dealership is $40.... But if you're doing that yourself that's not an issue. You can almost always save money by doing things yourself and by avoiding car dealerships. With the help of a local locksmith and some common sense you're bound to succeed. Good video.

[@khalidaasar5430]

i hve 1 key programmed is that works?

[@savagecomanche]

Damn i was hoping you could do it with one factory original key

[@o3djeeps]

You can't do this without TWO programmed keys - but one can be factory and the second aftermarket....but based on your comment, it sounds like you only have one key. That, I believe, requires a trip to the dealer and they program it using your VIN.

[@savagecomanche]

And thats what im gonna have to do i got my jk from a chevy dealership and only got one key

[@o3djeeps]

Yeah... sorry.... they do that so you can't just "borrow" someone's key from their purse or pocket and program a new key without them knowing it. Sucks in your case tho.

[@kristie6225]

I did with just 1 key last night.

[@kristie6225]

@@RamgXP I just followed the instructions on here and just used my same 1 key both times. I went to autozone and had my blank keys cut (for free) then just programmed them just like he did. I just took a chance and it worked. I wasn't about to pay the dealership $230. Hope it works for you. Good luck!

[@CharlesMartel676]

BEAUTIFUL!!!!! BTW, bought the Rugged Ridge snorkel based upon your video. Took a while to get her in, but it's done and looks GREAT!

[@PearComputingDevices]

I had the same trouble with my Ford. They claim they don't want to chance it if they didn't sell you the key. I had to go to the Ford dealer. error!

[@lana6335]

Does your keys have chips inside?

[@o3djeeps]

Yes

[@Mecanico29]

Excent job !!!

[@dangerousfreedom4965]

They call it the slow depot for a reason.

[@jstarnesjr]

Sadly, I bought mine used, from a dealer, and it only came with one factory key. $350 to make another. NOPE! Great info, though!

[@christophersautter1595]

Auto zone cuts keys. Just tell them to put the year in as 93 or older

[@waynewinton]

Really 😲 your best key was cut by a LOCKSMITH? Who would have thunk that? Should have been your first stop.

[@o3djeeps]

Actually.... it was ONLY cut by a locksmith... forget best... lol

[@jaynyngouveia6512]

Wayne Winton

[@fredlyons4161]

3:50: A liability? That's a crock! They're just irritated they didn't get a chance to screw you by selling you two grossly overpriced keys. I bought a DEFU key cutting machine (actually, I'd call it an engraving machine) on line for something like $125 -- about the cost of two key blanks from the ripoff store. It takes some patience, but it works pretty well.

[@themjf2000]

Are reviewing other hardware work force or telling all of us how to relearn keys 🔑?

[@tierniator]

Hey CPO, do they need to be the two original keys? I bought the jeep used, and it only had one key, not sure if its original but it looks like it is, it has the buttons on it. I then had a transponder key made at the jeep dealer, so I had a spare key. So my question is do I need both original ones? Or is the transponder that jeep cut and programmed ok? Thanks CPO

[@o3djeeps]

Jimmy Tierney they do not have to be original. They just have to be programmed. it's a subtle distinction but another way to make a key work is to clone an existing key. Using a clone key will not work with this process, but a properly programmed key such as the way I'm doing it in this video, or the way a dealer would do it, will work. I hope that helps! Based on what you said, you should have no problem.

[@tierniator]

Do the years matter? I have an 07. Also, I love the vids, and cant wait to see more videos of yours and cj's tj!

[@o3djeeps]

Jimmy Tierney as far as I'm aware... It's the same for 2007 and up. Hoping to get some work done on CJ's Jeep this weekend. We've been so busy with football and Lacrosse. He has a tournament Saturday, but we're going to try and make some progress on Sunday.

[@tierniator]

last question, do you know how many keys can be programmed to a jeep? is there a limit?

[@o3djeeps]

Jimmy Tierney I honestly don't know. I currently have 4 programmed to mine.

[@jeffscan4004]

What if I only have one key?

[@o3djeeps]

jeff Scan then you need a dealer to help you.

[@maverickdallas1004]

@@o3djeepsI have only one key, I need a spare for my Jeep Patriot, and I am NOT made out of money. I need a CHEAP solution, NOT an overpriced one! This is NOT a labor-intensive job, and there is no good reason for dealers to charge as much as they do to program a key chip or fob! I prefer the old-school keys that only cost a buck! I just don't have a hundred bucks floating around for a stupid key!!! I don't relish forking over a whole day's pay and then some for a few minutes of someone else's service!!! It is BEYOND a HUGE RIPOFF!!! It should NOT cost over $10-20 to have ANY shop perform the service, especially when there is no physical labor involved!!!

[@paulcurley1703]

I have read on other sites that you can use the one key twice. Just remove it and reinstall it as you would the second key.

[@Tactical_Pterodactyl_Knives]

@@paulcurley1703 that doesn't work on my 09 jk at least

[@johnbrumley7487]

I actually want to get a key cut and not program it for flat towing my Jeep and not have to worry about someone stealing it while I am stopped.

[@makeupbyesme4008]

I just have one key i can’t do that right

[@lelandfick2524]

Makeup by Esme I have the same question

[@ea5851]

i used to cut peoples keys for free at walmart all the time

[@mrpanda2655]

And me thinking theres nobody online that lives in Maryland

[@redta93kwy]

Only need one master key to program my Lexus but 2 for the Damn Chrysler wtf !!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@shaeamberclemons90]

Ace Hardware will program keys for free. DO NOT GO TO DEALER.

[@atahearmessba3725]

Well damn i don't have 2 programed key haha