Anti-Theft Security Access

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Programming

NOTE: In order to gain module security access, the diagnostic scan tool must have an active connection to the internet. A hardwired internet connection is strongly recommended.

NOTE: When programming keys, the RKE transmitter and the PATS portion of the key are programmed at the same time.

NOTE: Common anti-theft security access choices are:

Program Additional Key
Erase and Program Keys
Parameter Reset
Customer Spare Key Programming Enable/Disable
Unlimited Key Mode ON/OFF (vehicles with Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT) only)
Program Unlimited Key Code (vehicles with Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT) only)

1.

NOTE: If no valid programmed keys are available and the perimeter alarm activates when the scan tool is connected, carry out the following steps.
- It is necessary to establish a session using the blank path vehicle identification method.
  Connect the scan tool to the DLC and begin a scan tool session. Select Body>Security> PATS Functions menu but do not select the check mark box to proceed further. Ensure that the driver's door is closed with the window rolled down to access the data link connector.
- Position the hood latch in the closed position if the hood is open for battery charging purposes.
- Disconnect and reconnect the battery followed by opening and closing the driver door to start the alarm event. Wait 10 minutes after triggering the alarm. The battery saver function stops the alarm event after 5 minutes have elapsed. To prevent this from occurring open and close the driver door 4.5 minutes from the time the alarm event started. A single horn chirp sounds to indicate that a 1 minute data link access time period begins. The exterior lights also stop flashing to indicate that a 1 minute data link access time period has begun.
- Press the push to START/STOP button once to change the ignition mode to ON.
- On Mustang vehicles, the scan tool displays an error screen indicating this step was unsuccessful and a communication failure has occurred returning to the diagnostic menu. Ignore this error and proceed to program keys as follows:
  - Place the first key in the backup starting location.
  - Press and hold the START/STOP button for approximately 6 seconds or until the door locks cycle indicating the key is successfully programmed.
  - Remove the first key from the backup starting location.
  - Place the second key in the backup starting location.
  - Press and hold the START/STOP button for approximately 6 seconds or until the door locks cycle indicating the key is successfully programmed.
  Access the PATS functions to gain security access. Once security access is obtained select erase and program keys.
Follow the procedure to establish a session with the vehicle. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods

2.

From the diagnostic scan tool, enter TOOLBOX. Select Body>Security> PATS Functions.

3.

Select Yes when Gaining Security Access displays.

4.

Select either Dealer or Aftermarket and enter a valid username and password when prompted.

5.

Return to the diagnostic scan tool window.

6.

NOTE: If programming a passive key, refer to the Owner's Literature for the backup starting passive key location. The passive key must be placed in this location for the passive key to successfully program.

Select the appropriate procedure and follow the on-screen instructions.