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Anti-Theft Indicator

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PATS  uses a visual anti-theft indicator located in the IC  . The anti-theft indicator proves out for 3 seconds when the ignition key is in the ON or START position under normal operation. If there is a PATS  concern, this indicator either flashes rapidly or glows steadily when the ignition key is turned to the ON or START position. PATS  also flashes the anti-theft indicator every 2 seconds when the ignition key is in the OFF position to act as a visual theft deterrent. Refer to INSTRUMENTATION, MESSAGE CENTER, AND WARNING CHIMES .