You 'might' be able to use a Ford fob that doesn't include a remote start button. That would shrink it by a half inch (13mm) or so. Replacement OEM remotes are all over eBay. Another option, albeit a dangerous one, take the fob out of your pocket and leave it in the car. Use...
Sometimes, if there is a problem with the ignition lock or ignition switch, jiggling the key may help. For example, there was a common problem in older Ford Escape and other trucks where a bad ignition lock module would cause the vehicle not to start, but jiggling the key would help. Wa...