Key & Remote Programming Instructions
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      Ford, Lincoln, & Mercury Simple™ Key and EZ Installer™

      Instructions for Products: FORRK3SK-PK, FORRK4SK-PK, & FORRK4RSSK-PK (All Edge cut keys)

      KEY PAIRING PART 1  

      NOTE: Instructions have timing requirements. If you wait too long between steps, your vehicle’s computer may time out, requiring you to start over. Once you begin the pairing procedure, move at a quick and even pace.  

      Find your vehicle’s make, model, and year in the Compatibility Lookup on pages 2-4 of the instruction manual.

      Turn the dial on the EZ Installer to the position listed for your vehicle’s make, model, and year. NOTE: If more than one dial position exists for your vehicle, try the PRIMARY dial position first. If you are unable to successfully pair the key, try the ALTERNATE dial position listed for your vehicle.

      1. Enter the vehicle and close all doors.
      2. Start with the vehicle in PARK and the engine OFF.
      3. Insert the new key into the ignition and turn to RUN (the position before starting the engine).
      4. Remove the security label from the EZ Installer and insert the EZ Installer firmly into the on-board diagnostic (OBD) port located under the dash. The location of your vehicle’s OBD port can be found in your owner’s manual.
      5. Once the EZ Installer is inserted, push the button on the end of it to start the key pairing process.
      6. The EZ Installer will beep twice to indicate pairing has begun. NOTE: If the EZ Installer continuously beeps after you press this button, this indicates a problem has occurred. Refer to the Frequently Asked Questions section for help.
      7. Wait 10 minutes for the pairing process to finish. Once pairing is complete, the EZ Installer will sound an audible tone. The vehicle may also signal that the key is successfully paired to the vehicle. For example, if your vehicle has a digital display, it may show the total number of keys paired.
      8. Remove the EZ Installer from the OBD port. If the EZ Installer is left in the OBD port for more than 5 minutes, an alarm will sound, reminding you to remove it.
      9. Test the key. Remove it from the ignition, reinsert it, and start the vehicle.

      To pair the key’s remote functions, follow the steps in Key Pairing Part 2 below.  

      KEY PAIRING PART 2

      NOTE: Try Pairing Method A first. If the door locks do not cycle in step 2, remove the key from the ignition and try Method B.

      METHOD A:

      1. Press the UNLOCK button on the driver’s door panel and insert the key in the ignition.
      2. Turn the ignition from OFF to RUN 8 times within 10 seconds, with the 8th time ending in RUN. The door locks will cycle to confirm pairing mode. 
      3. Within 20 seconds, press any button on the first remote. The door locks will cycle to confirm pairing.
      4. Repeat step 3 for any additional remotes.
      5. Turn the key in the ignition to OFF.
      6. The door locks will cycle to indicate the vehicle is no longer in pairing mode.

      METHOD B:

      1. Insert the key into the ignition.
      2. Turn the ignition from OFF to RUN 4 times within 3 seconds, with the 4th time ending in RUN The door locks will cycle to confirm pairing mode.
      3. Within 20 seconds, press any button on the first remote. The door locks will cycle to confirm pairing.
      4. Repeat step 3 for any additional remotes.
      5. Turn the ignition to OFF to exit pairing mode.