1998 Mercury Grand Marquis Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 55
1998 Mercury Grand Marquis Manual
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Controls and features If the programming procedure was successful, the new SecuriLock key(s) will start the vehicle's engine. The theft indicator (located on the instrument panel) will light for three seconds and then go out. If the programming procedure was not successful, the new SecuriLock key(s) will not operate the vehicle's engine. The theft indicator will flash on and off. Wait at least one minute and then repeat the procedure from step 1. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your dealership to have the spare SecuriLock key(s) programmed. KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM With the keyless entry keypad, you can: • lock or unlock the vehicle doors without using the key. • disable/enable horn chirp. • disable/enable autolock See also Remote entry system in this chapter for more information. Your vehicle has a factory-set 5 digit code that operates the keyless entry system. You can also program your own 5 digit personal entry code. The factory-set code is located: • on the owner's wallet card in the glove compartment • taped to the computer module When pressing the controls on the keyless entry keypad, press the middle of the controls to ensure a good activation. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Programming your own entry code 1. Enter the factory-set code (keypad will illuminate when pressed). 2. Press the 1/2 control within five seconds of step 1. 3. Enter your personal 5 digit code. Enter each digit within five seconds of the previous one. All of the vehicle doors will lock and unlock to confirm programming of the new code. Do not set a code that includes five of the same number or presents them in sequential order. Thieves can easily figure out these types of codes. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 55