Key Programming Switch State Control: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Mercury Mariner and 2007 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Special Tools
| Illustration | Tool Name | Tool Number |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) and Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) software with appropriate hardware, or equivalent scan tool |
NOTE:
The spare key programming switch is a scan tool-programmable switch which provides the capability to enable/disable the customer spare key programming procedure. For additional information, refer to the Owner's Literature or Key Programming Using Two Programmed Keys . 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 scan tool select PCM from the menu. Follow SECURITY ACCESS to obtain security access. For additional information, refer to Anti-Theft Security Access .
- From the scan 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>.