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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Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
All vehicles
Remove the upper instrument trim panel.
Remove the screws.
Torque:
22 lb...
Programming
NOTE:
This procedure works only if 2 or more programmed keys are available.
NOTE:
This procedure works only if the customer spare key programming is enabled.
NOTE:
When programming keys, the RKE transmitter and the PATS portion of the key are programmed at the same time...
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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