I purchased my Taurus used. Only received one key, whereas a new one has two. The keys have a transponder chip in them that keeps the car from starting unless the keys are coded to the cars computer. My singular key is a copy without even a logo on it. The dealership didn't have another key for it, nor do they have any idea what the keyless entry code is. So, what happenes if I lose my only key? Or, worse, lock my only key inside the car?

My last ford was an old (1987) T-Bird TurboCoupe. The keyless entry code was taped inside the decklid. Why on earth did Ford decide it was a better idea to stop that practice? As it stands now, I'd have to fork over $25 to a dealership for another key with a chip in it and then pay another $50 to hook up to their computer, not only to program the new key, but to find out what the keyless entry code is. Can't I just contact the manufacturer, provide proof of ownership and just ask for the keyless entry code? I know they have a record of it, since the code is factory generated and stored on their central records.

Or... is all this complicated rigomorole just another attempt by a car company to get as much money from us as they can?