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Spare Key

1. Cycle the ignition switch from OFF to RUN using a programmed key. After the anti-theft indicator is lit solid for three seconds, remove the key.

NOTE:
- The Steering Column/Ignition/Lighting (SCIL) module requires two keys to be programmed before it will allow the vehicle to be started. If a SCIL module is replaced, the technician must inform the customer to program any additional keys.
- The SCIL module has a maximum capacity of eight keys.
- The encoded vehicle keys must have the correct mechanical key cuts for the vehicle.

2. Within 15 seconds, insert a new encoded key into the ignition switch and turn the key to RUN or START.
3. If the SCIL module has accepted the key, the anti-theft indicator lamp will illuminate for three seconds and the SCIL module will allow the vehicle to be started.
4. Repeat the procedure if additional encoded keys are to be programmed.
5. If the programming is not successful, the anti-theft indicator lamp will:
1 Flash for 15 minutes if no encoded key is located and programmed. The key is either damaged or is a non-encoded key. (Try an alternate encoded key.)
2 Flash for 15 minutes if the key code is received but the engine is disabled. The key was not programmed successfully. Repeat the procedure.
3 Flash for 15 minutes if the programming is unsuccessful, the new key was not inserted within 15 seconds, all eight key memory locations are full or the key is not an encoded key. Repeat the procedure if the key is not encoded or may not have been inserted within the 15-second window.