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HOMESERVICE MANUALSLINCOLN2008NAVIGATOR 4WD V8-5.4LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMELOCKSKEYLESS ENTRYTESTING AND INSPECTIONKEY PROGRAMMINGSWITCH STATE CONTROL
2008 Lincoln Navigator 4WD V8-5.4L
Switch State Control
2008 Lincoln Navigator 4WD V8-5.4LSECTION Switch State Control
KEY PROGRAMMING SWITCH STATE CONTROL
Special Tool(s)
NOTE:
- The spare key programming switch is a programmable switch which provides the capability to enable/disable the normal customer spare key programming procedure detailed in the Owner's Literature. It must read ENABLE if more than 2 keys need to be programmed into the IC (IC). This programmable switch is provided as a convenience for rental company fleets or other fleet purchasers who may not want the spare key programming procedure available to the vehicle driver.
- The spare key programming switch state can be viewed with the IC PID SPAREKEY.
- If the SPAREKEY PID reads ENABLE, up to 8 keys total can be programmed into the IC. If the SPAREKEY PID reads DISABLED, the key programming using two programmed keys procedure will not function. This switch is set to ENABLE when the vehicle is built. This switch does not affect the key programming using diagnostic equipment procedure or the spare key programming - unlimited key mode procedure or the spare key programming - using diagnostic equipment procedure.
1. Insert a programmed passive anti-theft system (PATS) key into the ignition lock cylinder and turn the key from the OFF position to the ON position.
2. From the scan tool, follow the on-screen instructions to ENTER SECURITY ACCESS.
3. NOTE: The default setting on delivery of all new vehicles is ENABLE.
From the scan tool menu select: "Customer Spare Key Programming Enable" (or "Customer Spare Key Programming Disable") and press the tick mark.
- "Customer Spare Key Programming Enable" - spare key programming procedure is accessible.
- "Customer Spare Key Programming Disable" - spare key programming procedure is not accessible.
Special Tool(s)
Special Tool(s):
NOTE:
- The spare key programming switch is a programmable switch which provides the capability to enable/disable the normal customer spare key programming procedure detailed in the Owner's Literature. It must read ENABLE if more than 2 keys need to be programmed into the IC (IC). This programmable switch is provided as a convenience for rental company fleets or other fleet purchasers who may not want the spare key programming procedure available to the vehicle driver.
- The spare key programming switch state can be viewed with the IC PID SPAREKEY.
- If the SPAREKEY PID reads ENABLE, up to 8 keys total can be programmed into the IC. If the SPAREKEY PID reads DISABLED, the key programming using two programmed keys procedure will not function. This switch is set to ENABLE when the vehicle is built. This switch does not affect the key programming using diagnostic equipment procedure or the spare key programming - unlimited key mode procedure or the spare key programming - using diagnostic equipment procedure.
1. Insert a programmed passive anti-theft system (PATS) key into the ignition lock cylinder and turn the key from the OFF position to the ON position.
2. From the scan tool, follow the on-screen instructions to ENTER SECURITY ACCESS.
3. NOTE: The default setting on delivery of all new vehicles is ENABLE.
From the scan tool menu select: "Customer Spare Key Programming Enable" (or "Customer Spare Key Programming Disable") and press the tick mark.
- "Customer Spare Key Programming Enable" - spare key programming procedure is accessible.
- "Customer Spare Key Programming Disable" - spare key programming procedure is not accessible.
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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.