Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
MyKey® Feature: Notes
The MyKey® feature allows a restricted driving mode to be programmed into one (or more) key(s) supplied with the vehicle or into any (PATS) programmed spare key(s) to promote good driving habits. The MyKey® is a restricted key for all consecutive key cycles until the MyKey® restricted key is cleared. The remaining key(s) is referred to as an "administrator key" or admin key. There must always be at least one admin key. The IPC does not allow the last admin key to be programmed into a MyKey® restricted key. Both the admin key and the MyKey® can be used to see how many admin keys and MyKey® restricted keys are programmed to the vehicle, and how many total miles have been driven with the MyKey® restricted key active.
When the MyKey® feature is programmed, several features are modified including:
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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.