Ford Explorer: Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) / Description and Operation - Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) - Overview
Overview
The PATS deters the vehicle from theft by preventing the vehicle from starting unless a programmed PATS key is in the ignition lock cylinder.
PATS does not disable a vehicle that is already running.
System Operation
System Diagram
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Other information:
WARNING: Airbags do not inflate slowly or gently, and the risk of injury
from a deploying airbag is the greatest close to the trim covering the airbag module.
WARNING: All occupants of your vehicle, including the driver, should always
properly wear their seatbelts, even when an airbag supplemental restraint system
is provided...
System Operation
System Diagram
Item
Description
1
HS-CAN
2
LIN
3
Lower Active Grille Shutter Actuator
4
Upper Active Grille Shutter Actuator
5
ABS
6
SOBDMC
7
PCM
Network Message Chart
PCM Network Input Messages
Broadcast Message
Originating Module
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Categories
You can use the power door lock control or the remote control to lock and unlock
your vehicle.
Power Door Locks
The power door lock control is on the driver and front passenger door panels.

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