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Spare Key Programming - Spare Key Programming Switch

NOTE:
- The Spare key Programming Switch is a New Generation STAR Tester (NGS/SBDS) programmable switch which provides the capability to enable/disable the normal customer Spare key Programming Procedure detailed in the Owner's Manual (customer can program a spare ignition key by cycling two programmed ignition keys and then cycling the new key). This programmable switch is provided as a convenience for rental company fleets or other fleet purchasers who may not want the Spare key Programming procedure available to the vehicle driver.
- The spare key programming switch state can be viewed by PATS PID SPARE__KY.

1. Insert a programmed ignition key into the ignition lock cylinder and turn ignition switch from OFF to RUN.
2. Enter new configuration function card/SBDS. Follow the Security Access Procedure to obtain security access.
3. From NGS/SBDS menu: Toggle SPARE KEY PROGRAMMING SWITCH selection to desired setting:
Spare key Programming Procedure is accessible.
Spare key Programming Procedure is not accessible.

NOTE: The default setting on delivery of all new vehicles is .
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