Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) Parameter Reset
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mercury Milan, 2011 Lincoln MKZ, and 2011 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
SPECIAL TOOL(S)
| Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) and Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) software with appropriate hardware, or equivalent scan tool |
NOTE:
A minimum of 2 Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) keys must be programmed into the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) to complete this procedure and allow the vehicle to start.
- Turn the key from the OFF position to the ON position.
- From the scan tool, follow the on-screen instructions to ENTER SECURITY ACCESS. For additional information, refer to ANTI-THEFT SECURITY ACCESS in this service information.
- From the scan tool, select: Parameter Reset and follow the on-screen instructions.
- From the scan tool, select: Ignition Key Code Erase and follow the on-screen instructions.
- Turn the key to the OFF position and disconnect the scan tool.
- Turn the key to the ON position for 6 seconds.
- Turn the key to the OFF position and remove the key.
- Insert the second PATS key into the ignition lock cylinder and turn the key to the ON position for 6 seconds.
- Both keys now start the vehicle.
- If more keys are required to be programmed, refer to KEY PROGRAMMING USING TWO PROGRAMMED KEYS in this service information.
NOTE:
If the IPC or the IPC and the PCM were replaced, updated or reconfigured, follow Steps 4- 9. All vehicle keys are erased during the parameter reset procedure. Verify at least 2 vehicle keys are available prior to carrying out the PATS parameter reset. If only the PCM was replaced, go to Step 9.