Keys and Remote Controls - Programming the Remote Control

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Programming the Remote Control

You must have two previously programmed remote controls inside your vehicle and the new, unprogrammed remote controls readily accessible. Contact an authorized dealer to have the spare remote control programmed if two previously programmed remote controls are not available.Make sure that your vehicle is off before beginning this procedure.

Make sure that you close all the doors before beginning and that they remain closed throughout the procedure.Perform all steps within 30 seconds of starting the sequence.Stop and wait for at least one minute before starting again if you perform any steps out of sequence.

Note: You can program a maximum of four remote controls to your vehicle.

Note: If your programmed remote controls get lost or stolen and you do not have an extra coded remote, you need to have your vehicle towed to an authorized dealer. Store an extra programmed remote away from your vehicle in a safe place to help prevent any inconvenience. Contact an authorized dealer to purchase additional spare or replacement remote controls.

Read and understand the entire procedure before you begin.

Place the first programmed remote in the backup slot. See Accessing the Passive Key Backup Position. With your foot off the brake pedal, press and release the push button ignition switch.

Wait five seconds and then press and release the push button ignition switch again.

Remove the remote control.

Within 10 seconds, place a second programmed remote control in the backup slot.Press and release the push button ignition switch.

Wait five seconds and then press and release the push button ignition switch again.Keep the ignition on for at least 3 seconds, but no more than 10 seconds.

Remove the remote control.

Place the unprogrammed remote control in the backup slot and press and release the push button ignition switch.

Programming is now complete.With your foot on the brake pedal, press the push button ignition switch to verify the remote control functions operate and your vehicle starts with the new remote control.

If programming was not successful, wait 10 seconds and repeat Steps 1 through 7. If you are still unsuccessful, take your vehicle to an authorized dealer.

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2021 Bronco Owner's Manual