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PCM (Customer Supplied Only One Valid Key)

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  1. Cut new transponder equipped key(s), if necessary. Replace PCM. Using new first key, turn ignition switch to ON position. SECURITY light should illuminate for 1-2 seconds. Turn new first key to LOCK position.
  2. Using new second key, turn ignition switch to ON position, then LOCK position 6 times. Ensure 6th turning is done within one second. SECURITY light should be flashing at a 300 millisecond interval. Wait about 5 minutes until SECURITY light flashing has decreased to a 1.2 second interval.
  3. Input code word. See INPUTTING CODE WORD . SECURITY light should stop flashing and stay illuminated. Using new second key, turn ignition switch to ON position. SECURITY light should illuminate for 1-2 seconds. Turn new second key to LOCK position and remove key.
  4. Using valid key, start engine. SECURITY light should illuminate for 1-2 seconds and engine should continue to run. Turn valid key to LOCK position and remove key.
  5. Repeat step  4 with each new key, up to 8 keys total. After 30 seconds, program will quit automatically. After reprogramming is complete, clear DTCs with New Generation Star (NGS) tester.