How do I set up Phone As A Key with the FordPass App?
You can set up Phone As A Key on the FordPass Vehicle screen. After activating and connecting to your FordPass® Connect† modem, use the steps below to get started.
Phone As A Key Requirements
To use Phone As A Key, you must meet the requirements below:
- FordPass is downloaded to your device, you have an active account, and you are logged in.
- Your vehicle is added to the FordPass App and Phone As A Key is available for your vehicle.
- Facial recognition, fingerprint recognition, or a passcode is set up on your mobile device.
- Your Customer Connectivity Settings are enabled.
- Your FordPass Connect modem is activated.
- Your phone's Bluetooth® is enabled and running version 4.2 or greater.
- You have a supported mobile device running:
- iOS® 16.0 and later.
- Android™ 8.0 and later.
Setting up Phone As A Key
- Log in to the FordPass App.
- Go to the Vehicle screen.
- Tap Setup in the Make this Phone a Key box.
Select Pair Device.
Note: A prompt for Bluetooth access will appear.
Tap OK to continue. The key download will begin.
Note: If you tap Don't Allow the setup process will end.
- Select Copy on the next pop-up.
- Paste your code.
- Select Pair or OK.
If you experience any issues, contact a Guide using the Account > Help paths in the FordPass App.
Additional Information
How do I make a backup passcode?
How do I add my vehicle to FordPass?
*Available on select vehicles. Requires feature activation. Not compatible with all mobile phones.
**FordPass® App, compatible with select smartphone platforms, is available via a download. Message and data rates may apply.
†FordPass® Connect, the FordPass App, and complimentary Connected Service are required for remote features (see FordPass Terms for details). Connected service and features depend on compatible AT&T network availability. Evolving technology/cellular networks/vehicle capability may limit functionality and prevent operation of connected features. Connected service excludes Wi-Fi® hotspot.