Special Tool(s)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Lincoln MKX and 2010 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

SPECIAL TOOL REFERENCE

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

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 Cluster (IC) 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 .
From the scan tool, select: Parameter Reset and follow the on-screen instructions.

NOTE: If the IC or the IC 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.

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 .
Program the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter portion of the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT) PATS keys. For additional information, refer to HANDLES, LOCKS, LATCHES AND ENTRY SYSTEMS .