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.
2018 Ford Focus S, Automatic DCT TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Key Programming - Enable/Disable Spare Key Programming
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Lincoln Navigator and 2017 Ford Expedition. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
This procedure provides the capability to enable/disable the normal customer spare key programming procedure detailed in the Owner's Literature and the Key Programming Using Two Programmed Keys procedure. If spare key programming is disabled, spare keys can only be programmed by using the scan tool. REFER to Key Programming Using Diagnostic Equipment .
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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.
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