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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1996MUSTANG COBRA, 2D CONVERTIBLE, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)BODY & FRAMEDOOR LOCKSREMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEMPROGRAMMINGREMOTE TRANSMITTER

1996 Ford Mustang Cobra, 2D Convertible, Standard

Remote Transmitter

1996 Ford Mustang Cobra, 2D Convertible, StandardSECTION Remote Transmitter

NOTE: For additional information on remote transmitter programming and trouble shooting, see REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY DIAGNOSTIC SERVICE TIPS bulletin (Ford Bulletin No. 97-24-13) in TSB.

To program (or re-program) transmitter(s) into the remote/keyless entry module, perform the following steps:

Turn ignition to RUN or ACC position. Using a jumper wire, momentarily short the terminals of the programming connector located in left rear quarter panel area. All doors should lock then unlock to confirm programming mode has been entered.
Press any button on transmitter. All doors should lock then unlock, to verify that transmitter has been programmed.
Repeat step 2 for additional remote transmitters (up to 4 maximum). Turn ignition OFF. All doors should lock then unlock to confirm end of programming mode. Check operation of remote transmitters.

NOTE: If doors do not respond, press button again (3 times maximum) with same transmitter. If doors still won't lock, go to TESTING .

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.