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The Jaguar F-Type (X152) is Jaguar’s two seat sports car, on sale from 2013 right through to the final 2025 cars and offered in both Coupe and Convertible body styles. It uses the same fully encrypted JLR security platform as the rest of the modern Jaguar range, which is exactly why a lost or damaged F-Type key cannot simply be sorted at a high street locksmith. The two routes that actually deliver a working key are a main Jaguar dealership and AJ Auto. We carry the correct JLR diagnostic kit and virgin keys for every model year of the X152, including the V6 supercharged, V8 R and SVR variants, supplying spare keys, full replacement remotes and complete all keys lost recovery anywhere in the UK. Our technicians come to you, programme the key on the spot and have you back in the car the same day in almost every case, with no lock module replacement and no need to recover the vehicle.
For an X152 F-Type spare key or a replacement for a lost or damaged remote, our mobile workshop attends your location with dealer-level JLR diagnostic software and genuine-specification Jaguar smart key hardware. We programme the new remote directly to the Body Control Module on site, confirm keyless entry, push-button start and the alarm all function correctly, and leave your existing keys fully active alongside the new one. No dealer visit or vehicle recovery is needed.
For all-keys-lost situations on the X152 we carry full BCM reset capability. We clear the old key memory, reinitialise the security system and programme fresh remotes in a single visit. Most X152 F-Type jobs are completed in under an hour. Parts and programming carry a 12-month warranty and the price is fixed and agreed before we travel.
The X152 Jaguar F-Type (2013 onwards) uses a smart key system managed through the Body Control Module, with key authentication handled via JLR’s encrypted proprietary protocol. All variants — coupe, convertible, SVR and R models — use the same BCM-based key architecture, meaning programming procedure is identical regardless of the engine or body style. New remotes cannot be added using generic OBD programmers or aftermarket Jaguar key tools; manufacturer-level JLR SDD or Pathfinder software is required to communicate correctly with the BCM and write a new key into the approved list.
Our technicians connect to the X152’s OBD port, read the existing BCM security token and authenticate the new fob in an encrypted session. For all-keys-lost scenarios we perform a full security reset, generate new immobiliser seeds and programme a complete set of fresh remotes on site. The X152 F-Type received a significant update for the 2020 model year with revised InControl Touch Pro infotainment, but the key security architecture remained consistent throughout the production run. Spare key programming takes 15 to 25 minutes; all-keys-lost takes 30 to 45 minutes.
How does Jaguar F-Type (X152) key programming work and how long does it take?
The X152 uses a BCM-based smart key with JLR’s encrypted authentication protocol. Our technician connects to the OBD port, reads the current security token and writes the new remote into the approved list. A spare key takes 15 to 25 minutes; an all-keys-lost BCM reset and reprogram takes 30 to 45 minutes at your location.
Does the F-Type SVR or R use the same key as a standard X152?
Yes. All X152 F-Type variants — including the 5.0 V8 SVR, the R coupe and convertible, the 2.0 four-cylinder and mid-range V6 models — use the same BCM-based smart key system and the same fob hardware. Programming time and procedure are identical across all engine and trim specifications. We carry X152-compatible fobs for all variants in the van.
My X152 F-Type key fob is working but push-button start is intermittent — is this a key fault?
Intermittent push-button start on the X152 while the key fob is functioning can indicate a weak key battery, a failing BCM antenna, or a corrupted key token caused by interference. We diagnose on site by reading the BCM live data, checking the key signal strength and identifying whether a new battery, re-authentication or a full key replacement is needed.
Can you programme a replacement key for a convertible X152 on a hot day when the soft top is down?
Yes. We programme F-Type keys in whatever state the vehicle is in. Whether the roof is up or down, the vehicle is locked or unlocked, or you are in a car park or on a driveway, we attend and programme on site. The soft top position does not affect the key programming process.
Will programming a spare key affect my existing X152 remotes?
No. Adding a new key writes it into the BCM’s approved list without modifying or invalidating existing fobs. All current remotes remain fully active. Only a full BCM reset in an all-keys-lost situation clears the list, and in that case all new remotes are programmed together in a single session.
Is there a warranty on X152 F-Type key programming?
All parts and programming carry a 12-month warranty. If a remote fails within the warranty period, we return to site at no charge. The price quoted by phone includes all labour and hardware with no hidden fees.
We also cover other Jaguar sports and saloon models. If you need a key for the Jaguar XK/XKR (X150), the Jaguar XE (X760), or the Jaguar XF (X260), our mobile service covers all three alongside the F-Type.
