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Enable/Disable Spare Key






SPECIAL TOOL(S)

NOTE:
^ The spare key programming switch is a diagnostic tool programmable switch that provides the capability to enable/disable the spare key programming procedure. The spare key programming procedure can be found in the owner's literature and also in this section under Key Programming-Program a Key Using Two Programmed Keys. This programmable switch is provided as a convenience for rental company fleets or other fleet purchasers who may not want the spare key programming procedure available to the vehicle driver.
^ The spare key programming switch state can be viewed by the instrument cluster PID SPARE__KY found on the Diagnostic Card.

1. Insert a programmed ignition key into the ignition lock cylinder and turn the ignition switch to RUN.
2. Enter diagnostic tool. Follow the SECURITY ACCESS PROCEDURE.
3. From diagnostic tool menu, select SPARE KEY PROGRAMMING SWITCH selection to the desired setting:

Spare key programming procedure is accessible.

Spare key programming procedure is not accessible.

NOTE: The default setting on delivery of all new vehicles is .