2003 Mercury Sable Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 67

Locks and Security Tips: • Do not set a code that uses five of the same number. • Do not use five numbers in sequential order. • The factory set code will work even if you have set your own personal code. • If you set a second personal code it will erase your first personal code. Erasing personal code 1. Enter the factory set 5-digit code. 2. Press and hold the 1 • 2 for two seconds and release; this must be done within five seconds of completing step 1. 3. Press and hold the 1 • 2 for two seconds to erase the customer programmed code; this must be done within five seconds of completing step 2. Your personal code is now erased and only the factory set 5-digit code will work. Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entry To unlock the driver's door, enter the factory set 5-digit code or your personal code. Each number must be pressed within five seconds of each other. The interior lamps will illuminate. To unlock all doors and the liftgate (wagon), press the 3 • 4 control within five seconds. To unlock the trunk or liftgate (wagon), press the 5 • 6 control within five seconds. To lock all doors, press the 7 • 8 and the 9 • 0 at the same time. You do not need to enter the keypad code first. Autolock (if equipped) This feature automatically locks all vehicle doors when the following conditions are met: • all the doors are closed, • the engine is running, and • you shift into gear, putting the vehicle in motion. 67