FORD 2002 Mustang v.2 - Manual (Page 95)

Key information
Your vehicle is supplied with two coded keys. Only
a coded key will start your vehicle. Spare coded
keys can be purchased from your dealership. Your
dealership can program your key or you can “do it
yourself.” Refer to Programming spare keys.
Certain items may cause vehicle starting issues:
Certain items may cause vehicle starting issues:
• Large metallic objects
• Electronic devices on the key chain that can be
used to purchase gasoline or similar items
• A second key on the same key ring as the coded
key
If any of these items are present, you need to keep
these objects from touching the coded key while
starting the engine. These objects and devices
cannot damage the coded key, but can cause a
momentary “no start”condition if they are too close
to the key during engine start. If a problem occurs,
turn ignition OFF and restart the engine with all
other objects on the key ring held away from the
ignition key. Check to make sure the coded key is
an approved Ford coded key.
If your keys are lost or stolen you will need to do
the following:
• Use your spare key to start the vehicle, or
• Have your vehicle towed to a dealership or a
locksmith. The key codes will need to be erased
from your vehicle and new key codes will need to
be re-coded.
Replacing coded keys can be very costly and you
may want to store an extra programmed key away
from the vehicle in a safe place to prevent an
unforeseen inconvenience.
The correct coded key must be used for your
vehicle. The use of the wrong type of coded key
may lead to a “no start” condition.
If an unprogrammed key is used in the ignition
it will cause a “no start” condition.
Locks and Security
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