Ford Fusion: Remote Control / Using the Key Blade

Ford Fusion 2013–2020 Owners Manual / Keys and Remote Controls / Remote Control / Using the Key Blade

The key cylinder is under a cap on the driver door handle.

To remove the cap:

Ford Fusion. Using the Key Blade

Insert the key blade into the slot on the bottom of the handle and apply upward pressure.
While maintaining upward pressure, move the cap rearward to release it. Gently remove the key while doing so.

To install the cap:

Ford Fusion. Using the Key Blade

Place the cap just forward of the key cylinder.
Applying pressure to the cap, move it forward until it is in place. You may hear a snap as it engages.

Make sure you have properly installed the cap by trying to move it rearward.

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