Erase All Keys & Program 2 Keys
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Lincoln Blackwood and 2002 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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This procedure is used when a customer needs ignition keys programmed into system and does not have 2 programmed ignition keys available, or when programmed ignition keys have been lost and/or ignition switch assembly has been replaced. This procedure will erase all programmed ignition keys from memory and prevent vehicle from starting until 2 ignition keys have been programmed. Ignition keys must have correct ignition key cut for vehicle and must be an encoded ignition key. If additional ignition key(s) are to be programmed, perform KEY PROGRAMMING USING 2 PROGRAMMED KEYS . If remaining ignition keys are with customer and not with vehicle, instruct customer to see owner's manual to program spare ignition key(s).
- Insert Ford Service Function (FSF) card VERSION 6.0 or higher into New Generation Star (NGS) tester. Turn ignition switch from LOCK to RUN position. Select SERVICE BAY FUNCTIONS and then HEC. Perform SECURITY ACCESS PROCEDURE . After security access procedure has been completed, a new menu will be displayed with command options. Select IGNITION KEY CODE ERASE.
- Turn ignition switch to LOCK position. Disconnect NGS tester. Insert first encoded ignition key into ignition lock cylinder. Turn ignition switch to RUN position for 3 seconds. Turn ignition switch to LOCK position. Remove first encoded ignition key.
- Within 5 seconds, insert second encoded ignition key into ignition lock cylinder. Turn ignition switch to RUN position for 3 seconds. Turn ignition switch to LOCK position. Remove second encoded ignition key. Both encoded ignition keys are programmed. Ensure all ignition keys will allow vehicle to start.