1999 Mercury Cougar

Programming Guide for 1999 Mercury Cougar Keyless Entry Remote Fob

Importance: These instructions allow you to program your keyless entry remote fob so it can lock and unlock your 1999 Mercury Cougar. Follow all steps carefully and within the correct time frames to ensure successful programming.

Programming Instructions:

  • Step 1: Sit in the driver's seat and ensure all doors are fully closed.
  • Step 2: Insert the key into the ignition.
  • Step 3: Within 6 seconds, turn the ignition switch from the OFF position to the RUN position four times (OFF → RUN → OFF → RUN, etc.). The 4th cycle must end in the OFF position.
  • Step 4: After completing the ignition cycle, look at the LED in the clock/trip computer display. If programming mode is successfully activated, the LED will stay on continuously.
  • Step 5: Within 20 seconds, press any button on the first keyless remote you wish to program. The LED will flash 4 times, indicating that the remote was successfully programmed.
  • Step 6: If you have a second remote to program, press any button on the second remote within 20 seconds of programming the first. The LED may flash again, depending on system configuration.
  • Step 7: After all desired remotes are programmed, turn the ignition to the RUN position to exit programming mode. The LED will turn off, signaling that programming mode has ended.
  • Step 8: Remove the key from the ignition.
  • Step 9: Test all programmed remotes by locking and unlocking the doors to ensure proper function.