Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) Parameter Reset
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
To enter PATS
security access if the RFA
module or BCM
is replaced, or if no programmed IA
keys are available, start a vehicle session using a tear tag or PCM
part number. PATS
security access can still be granted even with the ignition off.
NOTE:
There are 2 parameter reset procedures in the scan tool. Select the appropriate procedure depending upon which module was replaced.
- From the scan tool, enter TOOLBOX. Select Body>Security>PATS Functions and follow the IDS on-screen instructions to enter PATS security access.
- Select the appropriate parameter reset from the table.
Module Replaced Parameter Reset Procedure RFA module Select parameter reset BCM and RFA module. Follow the IDS on-screen instructions.
The customers keys (minimum of 2) must be programmed to the new RFA module. REFER to KEY PROGRAMMING USING DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENT .PCM With the ignition in RUN, select parameter reset BCM and PCM . Follow the IDS on-screen instructions. BCM Select parameter reset BCM and RFA module. Follow the IDS on-screen instructions.
Change the ignition to RUN and enter PATS security access again. Select parameter reset BCM and PCM . Follow the IDS on-screen instructions.