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Key Programming - Enable/Disable Spare Key Programming
2014 Ford F-150 FX2, 2D PickupSECTION Key Programming - Enable/Disable Spare Key Programming
SPECIAL TOOL DESCRIPTION
| Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) and Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) software with appropriate hardware, or equivalent scan tool |
NOTE:
This procedure provides the capability to enable/disable the normal customer spare key programming procedure detailed in the Owner's Literature and KEY PROGRAMMING - PROGRAM A KEY USING TWO PROGRAMMED KEYS . If spare key programming is disabled, spare keys can only be programmed by using the KEY PROGRAMMING USING DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENT procedure.
- Turn the key from the OFF position to the RUN position.
- From the scan tool, enter TOOLBOX. Select BODY - SECURITY - PATS Functions and follow the Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) on-screen instructions to ENTER SECURITY ACCESS.
- From the scan tool menu select "Customer Spare Key Programming Enable" or "Customer Spare Key Programming Disable" and follow the IDS on-screen instructions.
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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.