Anti-Theft Indicator Operation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Ford RV Cutaway, 2008 Ford Econoline, 2008 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2008 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
With PATS - With the key in the OFF position, the anti-theft indicator will flash every 2 seconds for 10 seconds and then it will go out and stay off. With the key in the ON position, the anti-theft indicator will prove-out for 3 seconds, then go out to indicate the PATS is functional and the vehicle has been enabled.
Without PATS - With the key in the OFF position, the anti-theft indicator will not flash. With the key in the ON position, the anti-theft indicator will prove-out for 3 seconds, then go out to indicate the vehicle has been enabled.