AboutDennis W Expertise I am a retired Ford master tech specializing in electrical, climate control, emissions, driveability, chassis, brakes, and any light repairs. Currently employed by an independent shop that appreciates my knowledge and abilities.
Cannot answer transmission or parts questions, these are not areas of my expertise.
Experience 32 years of auto repair, diagnosis, and emissions testing, in service staions, independent garages, and 20 years with Ford dealers.
Organizations National Street Rod Association (NSRA)
International Automotive Technicians Network (IATN)
www.blueovaltechs.com
IAMAW (retired)
National Street Rod Association
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Education/Credentials Riverside City College Automotive technology program
Ford Master Tech Certified Engine and Chassis Master (Over 500 hours)
ASE Certified in 7 categories
6 years training in Union 76 Pro-tech program
Awards and Honors 4-time Technician of the Year at Almaden Lincoln Mercury
Ford Master Tech
Union 76 Pro-tech Master tech
Question Vehicle would not start with my wife's key that she has used for 7 years! but would start with my spare key, and ran fine. Can I re-program her key to work?, or am I at the mercy of the Tallahassee, Fl. Ford service shop? I only own two keys to this vehicle, with one not functioning at this time. Can I do anything myself??
Signed, necessity-type home mechanic, Jack
Answer Unfortunately the only way YOU could program another key is if you already have two programmed keys. Check with some local indy shops, many now have the scanners or equipment to program keys and might be a little cheaper. I haven't checked with locksmiths to see if they can program or not.
