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Ford Taurus Key Replacement

Ford Tauruss have been on Dallas–Fort Worth roads since the 2003 era, and across 2 key generations this model has used 2 different key systems — transponder; remote-head / flip. Whichever yours is, DFW Keys 4 Cars cuts and programs it at your location, 24/7: spare keys, lost-everything replacements, fob programming, and lockouts. Call (214) 717-6398.


About Taurus Keys

The table below is our verified key reference for the Ford Taurus — model years, key types, and the transponder/immobilizer family each generation uses. Generations overlap at boundary years, so we always confirm the exact part by VIN before dispatching.

Model / GenerationYearsKey TypeTransponder / ImmobilizerBlade / FCC
Taurus2003–2010transponderTexas Crypto 4D63 / ID63H92 / H84 (H75 keyway)
Taurus2011–2019remote-head / flipTexas Crypto 2 / DST80 / 4D63 80-bitHU101

Security System & Immobilizer

Ford’s SecuriLock (PATS) system has guarded these vehicles since the mid-90s, moving from 4C to 4D63 (40- then 80-bit) chips and on to today’s 128-bit Hitag-Pro keys and Intelligent Access proximity fobs. Every PATS era programs on-site.

On the Taurus specifically, the immobilizer families we see are: Texas Crypto 4D63 / ID63, Texas Crypto 2 / DST80 / 4D63 80-bit. A key that is cut correctly but not programmed to this system will turn the locks and never start the engine — programming is the half of the job that matters.

Which key does your year have?

  • 2003–2010: transponder — Texas Crypto 4D63 / ID63 (H92 / H84 (H75 keyway))
  • 2011–2019: remote-head / flip — Texas Crypto 2 / DST80 / 4D63 80-bit (HU101)

Our Taurus Key Services


Ford Taurus Key FAQ

I lost the only key to my Taurus. What now?

We come to the vehicle, verify ownership, cut a new key from the VIN, and program it on-site. No tow, no dealer wait — this is our most common Taurus call.

Will a hardware-store copy start my Taurus?

It will open the doors and nothing else on transponder-era cars — the chip inside the key must be programmed to the immobilizer, which is the part we do curbside.

How fast can you reach my Taurus in DFW?

We dispatch the nearest mobile unit across the whole metroplex, 24/7. Call (214) 717-6398 with your location and we’ll give you an honest ETA.