Which model? I had this done for my 2005 zetec-engined 4/4 by a local vehicle key specialist (actually a cobbler's shop with a sideline!) becuase when I bought it there was only one key.
Most Morgan dealers cannot do this themsleves - they will have to contract to a specialist. Neither can a Ford dealer (wrong type of key).
In my car it was a ford type "chip" (actually a Texas 4D) but a Land Rover key (from a Freelander - this is the origin of the steering wheel/switch/ignition binnacle)! Suitable blanks were obtained direct from MMC, the original key "lands" were read on a microscope, the new ones cut, and the ECU reprogrammed by connecting to the OBD interface (under the dash). I did write it up on this forum - here's the text:
"I now have three keys. It was handed over with just one and the others have not been found. I had to order 2 new keys from MMC via the dealer (key part no MDE1986, transponder chip part no MDE1987) and have the keys cut by a local specialist who also recoded the ECU and keys at a reasonable cost of £50. Finding the diagnostic port was the hardest part - well hidden up under the glovebox. The dealer is going to reimburse the cost (supplied with only one key). So it is not correct that a lost master key requires a new ECU. If anyone else finds themself in this situation, I now know what needs to be done and have kept details. It is a Ford ECU/immobiiser system, yet the key itself is a Freelander key - adapted to take a Texas 4D transponder - and is unique to MMC so you can't just order one from an aftermarket supplier."
Perhaps that helps.
Good luck
Nigel
Last edited by nputtick; 03/06/13 09:26 AM.
