2005 Ford Five Hundred
Key Replacement - Real Savings, Real Keys in Ventura County

Q: What is a transponder key?

A transponder key is the type of key your 2005 Ford Five Hundred uses. It contains a programmed transponder chip that communicates with your vehicle's PATS immobilizer system to authorize the engine to start. It also has 3 buttons for remote lock, unlock, and other functions. Without proper programming, even a perfectly cut key will be rejected by your Ford's security system. We program everything on site so your new key works exactly like the original.

Q: How long does the dealer process take for Ford key replacement?

Longer than most Ford owners expect. A dealer tech says the actual programming is about 30 to 60 minutes, but the real delays are getting the appointment and waiting for parts. One owner was given a three to four week wait just for an appointment, plus another $100 to $200 if they wanted the keypad entry code reprogrammed. A Fusion owner was told the dealer needed the car for a full day. Maverick owners report having to order the fob through the dealer and then schedule a second visit for programming. With EZ Car Keyz, the job is done in one visit, usually under an hour.

Q: What is the FCC ID for the 2005 Ford Five Hundred key?

The FCC ID is CWTWB1U331. This is the identifier printed on the back of your key fob that tells us exactly which key your vehicle requires. It ensures we match the correct blank, chip frequency, and remote protocol so the key programs correctly on the first attempt. Ford dealers verify every key by part number and FCC ID before programming, and many will refuse to touch a fob that does not match. Having this number ready when you call speeds up the process.

Q: What areas do you cover?

We cover all of Ventura by Ventura Pier and surrounding communities. Our mobile service comes directly to your location whether you are at home, at work, in a parking lot, or on the side of the road. Ford owners in our area do not need to arrange a tow or sit in a dealer waiting room. Many Ford dealers will not program fobs purchased elsewhere and insist on selling their own parts at dealer pricing. We bring the shop to you with all the tools and key blanks needed for your Ford on board.

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2005 Ford Five Hundred
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Remote

Pairs With Key

2005 Ford Five Hundred Remote CWTWB1U331

FCC IDCWTWB1U331Part #15K601 5350 9352 9138Buttons4BatteryCR2032Frequency315 MHzRemote StartNo

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2005 Ford Five Hundred Transponder Key H92-PT

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Mechanical Key

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Surf Key

2005 Ford Five Hundred Mechanical Key Ford OEM Key 164-R0479

Key BlankFord OEM Key 164-R0479TypeEmergency BladePart #PART NUMBER: 164-R0479

2005 Ford Five Hundred Mechanical Key H75

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After any Ford PATS key erase or parameter reset, all keys must be programmed in a single session. If you only bring one key to the locksmith, any keys left at home will stop working. Always bring every key you own to the appointment.

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2005 Ford Five Hundred Transponder key Replacement - Fast, Affordable & Professional

A 2005 Ford Five Hundred key replacement with me happens right where your car is parked. It's around 95, and that covers the key, the cut, and the programming. Dealer charges closer to 200 for the same job plus a tow to get there.

A customer at his apartment complex near Ventura Pier called the dealer first. They quoted him 200 and told him to tow it in. He had a 2005 Ford Five Hundred and his spare key had stopped working. He figured that price was just what keys cost now. I told him it wasn't even close and that I could be there in about 20 minutes.

So I drove to his complex and used my HU101 Lishi to decode his lock right at the car door. I read the wafer positions and cut an exact blade match. His transponder key with FCC ID was cut and programmed in under 40 minutes. I showed him the wafers inside the lock so he'd understand why a hardware store copy wouldn't work on a Ford.

He saved over half versus the dealer and never had to leave his apartment.

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Hunter P.

Jul 2025

★★★★★

“I called over 40 locksmiths trying to get a key made for my Audi A6 and nobody could do it. Tim made it easy, fast, and affordable. He showed up with a smile and got the job done without any stress. Absolute wizard with keys.”

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Jennifer R.

Feb 2024

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“The dealership quoted me $600 for a new Honda key. EZ Car Keyz did it for $225, same day, cut and programmed at my house. Works perfectly. Everyone should know this is an option.”

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Dec 2025

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“I am very pleased with the value of the service I received from Marco at EZ Car Keyz. They arrived extremely fast, opened my door in no time, and the price was right on point.”

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Ford Five Hundred Service at Your Location FAQ

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Do I have to go to the Ford dealer to get a replacement key?▼

No. A qualified mobile locksmith can cut and program a transponder key for your 2005 Ford Five Hundred right where the vehicle sits. Ford owners often assume the dealer is the only option, but that is not the case for the vast majority of models. The dealer route means scheduling an appointment, towing if you have no working key, and sometimes ordering a blank that takes days to arrive. One F-150 owner had to make two separate trips because the dealer had to order the key blank first.

What is a transponder key?▼

How long does the dealer process take for Ford key replacement?▼

What is the FCC ID for the 2005 Ford Five Hundred key?▼

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