Key Programming - Enable/Disable Spare Key Programming: Notes

SPECIAL TOOL(S)

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. This procedure can be found in the Owner's Literature and under Key Programming - Program a Key Using Two Programmed Keys in this article. This programmable switch is provided as a convenience for customers who may not want the spare key programming procedure available to the vehicle driver.

NOTE: The spare key programming switch state can be viewed by powertrain control module (PCM) PID SPARE_KY.

Insert a programmed ignition key into the ignition lock cylinder and turn the ignition switch to the RUN position.
Using the diagnostic tool, select PCM from the menu. Select SECURITY ACCESS to obtain security access. For additional information, refer to SECURITY ACCESS - PROCEDURE in this article.
NOTE: The default setting on delivery of all new vehicles is < ENABLE >.
From the diagnostic tool menu, select SPARE KEY PROGRAMMING SWITCH and select the desired setting:
< ENABLE > The spare key programming procedure is accessible.

< DISABLE > The spare key programming procedure is not accessible.