How do I get my 2000 Mercury Mountaineer out of theft mode?

How do I get my 2000 Mercury Mountaineer out of theft mode?

How to Reset a Mercury Mountaineer Alarm

1. Insert the ignition/door key in the door lock on the driver’s- side door of your Mountaineer.
2. Turn the key to the lock position.
3. Turn your key to the unlock position.
4. Turn your key to the lock position.
5. Turn your key to the unlock position. Your alarm is now disabled.

How do I reset my security anti-theft system?

Put the key in the ignition and rotate forward two clicks to the “On” position that makes the dashboard light up, but don’t try starting the car. Leave the key there for 15 minutes; it doesn’t always take that long, but it can. After that time, check to see if the anti-theft light has gone out, if one was lit up.

How do I turn off Ford anti-theft system?

Key

1. Insert the key into the driver’s side door lock.
2. Turn the key once, but not all the way to unlock the door. Leave the key in this position for 40-60 seconds.
3. Do this again, but turn the key in the opposite direction.
4. Remove the key from the door, get into your Ford, and start the engine. The system should be reset.

What can trigger an anti-theft system in a car?

Q: What does it take to trigger the Anti-Theft system?

• The system should be triggered if a door, the trunk or even the car’s hood is opened without the key or the remote being used.
• The system should be triggered if the ignition switch is turned to the ON position without using a programmed key.

How long does it take for the anti-theft system to reset?

After inserting the key into the driver’s door lock, turn the key to unlock, lock and then lock position again. Then, turn it again to the unlock position and the alarm is likely to be disabled now. Run the car for at least 10 minutes after cranking the engine to allow the car to reset the alarm.

What does it mean when the anti-theft light is blinking?

The Anti-theft Light in the dash of your car should flash periodically to show that the system is engaged and active. You have to lock the doors of the car (without it running) for the alarm to engage.

How do I bypass the key immobilizer?

Placing the key inside the keyhole You can bypass the immobilizer by placing the key in keyhole hence deactivating the car’s immobilizer to remote start. The added security with Mobokey allows the security to be activated as soon as the phone moves away from the car, so you don’t have to worry about car security.