Key Programming Switch State Control: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Mariner and 2006 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
SPECIAL TOOL CHART
| Worldwide Diagnostic System (WDS) Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) with appropriate adapters, or equivalent diagnostic tool |
NOTE:
The spare key programming switch is a diagnostic tool-programmable switch which provides the capability to enable/disable the customer spare key programming procedure. Refer to the Owner's Literature or KEY PROGRAMMING USING TWO PROGRAMMED KEYS in this article. This programmable switch is provided as a convenience for customers who may not want the spare key programming procedure available to the vehicle driver.
NOTE:
The spare key programming switch state can be viewed by PCM SPARE_KY.
- Insert a programmed ignition key into the ignition lock cylinder and turn the ignition switch to ON.
- Using the diagnostic tool select PCM from the menu. Follow SECURITY ACCESS to obtain security access. For additional information, refer to ANTI-THEFT SECURITY ACCESS in this article.
- From the diagnostic tool menu, set the SPARE KEY PROGRAMMING SWITCH selection to desired setting:
< ENABLE > Spare key programming procedure is accessible.
< DISABLE > spare key programming procedure is not accessible.
NOTE:
The default setting on delivery of all new vehicles is < ENABLE >.