2003 Ford Explorer Sport Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 91

Locks and Security Replacing coded keys can be very costly. Store an extra programmed key away from the vehicle in a safe place to help prevent any inconveniences. Please visit an authorized dealer to purchase additional spare or replacement keys. Programming spare keys You can program your own coded keys to your vehicle. Tips: • A maximum of eight keys can be coded to your vehicle. • Only use Securilock௢ keys. • You must have two previously programmed coded keys (keys that already operate your vehicle's engine) and the new unprogrammed key(s) readily accessible. • If two previously programmed coded keys are not available, you must take your vehicle to your dealer to have the spare key(s) programmed. Please read and understand the 3 entire procedure before you begin. 1. Insert the first previously 2 programmed coded key into the 4 ignition. 2. Turn the ignition from the 1 (OFF) position to the 3 (ON) position. Keep the ignition in the 3 1 (ON) position for at least three seconds, but no more than 10 seconds. 3. Turn the ignition to the 1 (OFF) position and remove the first coded key from the ignition. 4. Within ten seconds of turning the ignition to the 1 (OFF) position, insert the second previously coded key into the ignition. 5. Turn the ignition from the 1 (OFF) position to the 3 (ON) position. Keep the ignition in the 3 (ON) position for at least three seconds, but no more than 10 seconds. 6. Turn the ignition to the 1 (OFF) position and remove the second previously programmed coded key from the ignition. 7. Within twenty seconds turning the ignition to the 1 (OFF) position and removing the previously programmed coded key, insert the new unprogrammed key (new key/valet key) into the ignition. 91 2003 Explorer (exp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)