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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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY1999TRACER LS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1454 (ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM - PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) - (EXCEPT HYBRID))GENERAL PROCEDURESMYKEY™ PROGRAMMINGCHECK MYKEY™ SYSTEM STATUS
1999 Mercury Tracer LS, 4D Sedan, Standard
Check MyKey™ System Status
1999 Mercury Tracer LS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Check MyKey™ System Status
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Mariner and 2010 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- The vehicle system check provides the status of the following MyKey™ parameters:
- MYKEY DISTANCE - This odometer only tracks mileage when a MyKey™ is used. If mileage does not accumulate, the intended MyKey™ is not being used or the IC is at fault. The only way to reset this odometer to zero is by disabling the MyKey™. If this odometer is lower than the last time it was checked, the MyKey™ system has been cleared. If desired, it may be necessary to program the MyKey™ restricted features into the key.
- # MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED - Indicates how many MyKeys™ are programmed to the vehicle. It can also be used to determine if a MyKey™ has been disabled.
- # ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED - Indicates how many admin keys are programmed to the vehicle. It can also be used to determine if an additional spare key has been programmed to the vehicle.
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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.