Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) Parameter Reset
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Mercury Mariner and 2007 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Special Tools
| Illustration | Tool Name | Tool Number |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) and Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) software with appropriate hardware, or equivalent scan tool |
- Connect the scan tool.
- Key in the ON position.
- Carry out the security access procedure for the PCM. For additional information, refer to Anti-Theft Security Access .
- Enter the powertrain control module (PCM) parameter reset mode on the scan tool.
- Carry out the security access procedure for the transmission control module (TCM). For additional information, refer to Anti-Theft Security Access .
- Enter the TCM parameter reset mode on the scan tool.
- Key in the OFF position for a minimum of 3 seconds.
- Key in the ON position for a minimum of 3 seconds.
- Clear the DTCs.
- Key in the OFF position for a minimum of 3 seconds.
NOTE:
Do not carry out the ignition key code erase.