Ford Explorer: Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) / Description and Operation - Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) - Overview

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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.

    Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS)

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    Description and Operation - Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) - System Operation and Component Description

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