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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1997CONTOUR LX, 2.5 L, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)BODY & FRAMEDOOR LOCKSKEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM - REMOTEPROGRAMMINGREMOTE TRANSMITTER
1997 Ford Contour LX, 2.5 L, Standard
Remote Transmitter
1997 Ford Contour LX, 2.5 L, 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 and momentarily short the two terminals of 2-pin program connector, located behind glove box. Horn will "chirp" to confirm programming mode has been entered. Remove shorting terminal.
- Press any button on remote transmitter. Horn will "chirp" to confirm remote transmitter has been programmed.
- Repeat step 2) to program additional transmitters. Horn will "chirp" after each remote transmitter has been successfully programmed. Up to 4 transmitters may be programmed. Turn ignition off. Horn will "chirp" to confirm end of programming mode. Check system operation.
NOTE:
The remote/keyless entry module erases all previous transmitters from memory when the transmitters are programmed or re-programmed. The remote/keyless entry module can store up to four transmitters in memory.
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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.