2000 Mercury Cougar Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 97

Controls and features Key coding A maximum of 7 keys in all can be coded with any two coded keys. • Insert the first key in the ignition switch and turn to position 3. • Turn the key back to position 1 and remove from the ignition switch within 5 seconds. • Insert the second key in the ignition switch and turn to position 3 within 5 seconds. • Turn the key back to position 1 and remove from the ignition switch within 5 seconds - the key coding mode is now activated. • If an uncoded key is now inserted in the ignition switch and turned to position 3 within 10 seconds, this key is coded to the system. If coding is not completed correctly, the control light flashes after the ignition is switched on with the newly coded key. Repeat the coding process. This process can be repeated after waiting 20 seconds. If keys become lost, you must have your dealer clear and reprogram the code for security reasons. 97