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All Keys Lost: New Defender Programming

Step-by-step AKL (All Keys Lost) procedure for the new Land Rover Defender using JLR Key Tool. Learn the advanced techniques for programming when no keys are available.

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Warwickshire, UK - January 11 2025: Land Rover Defender 110 X-Dynamic HSE PHEV in Pangea green metallic paint posing by the countryside in a foggy day in homeland England.

Advanced Tutorial Warning

This is an advanced tutorial for experienced technicians. All Keys Lost programming requires additional authentication and takes longer than standard spare key programming. Ensure you understand the basics before attempting AKL procedures.

What You'll Learn

Gateway Authentication

How to authenticate with the vehicle's security gateway

AKL Procedure

Complete All Keys Lost programming workflow

Key Data Reset

Clearing old key data from the vehicle system

Multi-ECU Sync

Synchronizing new key across all control modules

Defender AKL: Key Differences

The new Defender (2020+) has enhanced security features that make All Keys Lost programming more complex than older models:

  • Central Gateway Security

    The CGM (Central Gateway Module) acts as a security barrier that must be properly authenticated before AKL programming

  • Extended Programming Time

    AKL procedures take 15-20 minutes vs. 5-7 minutes for spare key programming

  • Multiple Module Updates

    BCM, KVM, ECM, and CGM all need to be updated in the correct sequence

  • Battery Requirements

    Minimum 12.8V strongly recommended; use battery maintainer during entire process

Video Chapters

0:00

Introduction to AKL Programming

Important
2:00

Pre-Programming Checks & Requirements

4:30

Connecting & Vehicle Identification

6:00

Gateway Authentication Process

8:30

Clearing Existing Key Data

11:00

Programming First New Key

14:30

Adding Additional Keys

16:00

Verification & Testing

Equipment Needed

  • JLR Key Tool with latest firmware (v2.5+)
  • Land Rover Defender (2020-2026)
  • Two blank key fobs (recommended to program both)
  • Battery charger/maintainer (essential for AKL)
  • Vehicle battery 12.8V+ (critical requirement)
  • 20-25 minutes of uninterrupted time

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