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.

2000 Ford Contour SVTFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Security Access

NOTE: DO NOT disconnect NGS tester during this procedure or procedure will have to be started over from beginning.

Connect NGS tester to Data Link Connector (DLC). Insert Ford Service Function (FSF) card in NGS tester. Turn ignition switch to RUN position. Enter PCM. Select SECURITY ACCESS. Wait 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, a new menu will be displayed with command options (IGNITION KEY CODE ERASE or SPARE KEY PROGRAMMING SWITCH). Select desired function. Once NGS tester exists this menu, security access procedure must be carried out again to carry out additional commands.

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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.