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Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) Operation

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PATS  prevents the engine from starting by disabling the starter relay and fuel injector operation. If an unprogrammed key is used or if there is a PATS  system concern, "STARTING SYSTEM FAULT" is displayed in the message center and the engine will not start. PATS  cannot disable an already running engine.