Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Key Identification and Usage
The keys are double sided and reversible. The lock cylinder keyway is designed so that other model keys will not enter a current model lock cylinder. The keys have 10 cut positions. A single key is used for all locks on the vehicle.
The key identification is obtained from the five-character key code stamped on the key code tag (1). The code list, available to owners of key cutting equipment from equipment suppliers, determines the lock combinations from the code numbers.
If the code numbers are not available from the records or from the tags, the key code can be obtained from the right-side door lock cylinder (if the key has not been replaced). Lock cylinders supplied by the factory as service parts are unmarked. If the original key is available, the key code cutting combination can be determined by laying the key on the key code diagram.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.