Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) Parameter Reset

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Ford Focus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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Programming

NOTE: To enter the PATS security access if no programmed passive keys are available, start a vehicle session using a tear tag or PCM part number. The PATS security access can still be granted even with the ignition off.

Refer to: Diagnostic Methods .
From the scan tool, enter TOOLBOX. Select Body>Security>PATS Functions and follow the on-screen instructions to enter PATS security access.
NOTE: There are 2 parameter reset procedures in the scan tool. Use the list below to select the appropriate parameter reset for the module being replaced.
- RFA module - Select parameter reset BCM and RFA module. The customer's keys (minimum of 2) must also be programmed to the vehicle. Refer to: Key Programming Using Diagnostic Equipment .
- PCM (except electric and hybrid vehicles) - Select parameter reset BCM and PCM.
- TCM (electric or hybrid vehicles) - Select parameter reset BCM and TCM.
- BCM - Select parameter reset BCM and RFA module. The customer's keys (minimum of 2) must also be programmed to the vehicle. Change the ignition to the RUN mode and select parameter reset BCM and PCM (except electric or hybrid vehicles) or BCM and TCM (electric or hybrid vehicles). Refer to: Key Programming Using Diagnostic Equipment .