Link a Phone as a Key to SYNC

What is Phone As A Key in FordPass?

The Phone As A Key™ feature allows you to turn your phone into a key fob with the FordPass® App and set up a maximum of four keys per vehicle. Use the details below for more information. 

Important: It is recommended to always have your key fob present when using Phone As A Key.

Phone As A Key Controls

In addition to your Remote Commands, you can also control the following:

  • Roll Windows Up/Down
  • Open/Close Frunk† 
  • Open/Close Trunk††
  • Activate Horn & Lights

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 FordPass 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™ 9.0 and later.
  • Your phone must be within Bluetooth Low Energy Range (between 30-40 meters). 
  • Your phone must be within two meters for passive entry.

Additional Information

How do I set up Phone As A Key?
How do I use Phone As A Key?
What are Passive Key Controls?
How do I create a backup passcode?

Available on select vehicles. Requires feature activation. Not compatible with all mobile phones.

The FordPass App, compatible with select smartphone platforms, is available through a free download. Message and data rates may apply.

†This applies to the Mustang Mach-E only.

††For the Ford F-150 Lightning, this is for both front trunk and the tailgate, which are power assisted.

‡FordPass Connect (optional on select vehicles), the Ford Pass App, and Complimentary Connected Service are required for remote features (see FordPass Terms and Conditions for details). Connected Service and features depend on compatible cellular network availability. Evolving technology/cellular networks/vehicle capability may limit functionality and prevent the operation of connected features. Connected Service excludes Bell Wi-Fi hotspot. 

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