Key Programming Switch State Control: Notes

2004 Ford Econoline E150, Van Cargo, 4.6 WSECTION Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer and 2005 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
SPECIAL TOOL DESCRIPTION

G03878958
Worldwide Diagnostic System (WDS)
Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) with appropriate adapters, or equivalent diagnostic tool
NOTE: The spare key programming switch is a diagnostic tool programmable switch which provides the capability to enable/disable the customer spare key programming procedure. Refer to the owner literature or KEY PROGRAMMING USING TWO PROGRAMMED KEYSΒ . This programmable switch is provided as a convenience for customers who may not want the spare key programming procedure available to the vehicle driver.
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