MAMUSTANG ATLASTHE ENTHUSIAST'S REFERENCE

2016 workshop · Electronic Feature Group

Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS)

419-01B Passive Anti-Theft System-PATS

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Description

Action

DTC

P161A

Incorrect Response from Immobilizer Control Module

The BCM ID received by the PCM does not match the ID stored in the PCM memory. PERFORM a parameter reset. REFER to: Anti-Theft Security Access (419-01B Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS), General Procedures).

All other Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)

-

REFER to the appropriate 303-14 section.

Symptom Chart

Symptom Chart: PATS

Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).

Condition

Possible Sources

Actions

The vehicle does not start with the passive key in certain areas within the vehicle but starts using the passive key backup location

Refer to the Pinpoint Test

GO to Pinpoint Test A

Unable to turn the ignition on

Refer to the Pinpoint Test

GO to Pinpoint Test B

No Key Detected displays in the message center

Refer to the Pinpoint Test

GO to Pinpoint Test C

Unable to program keys

Refer to the Pinpoint Test

GO to Pinpoint Test D

Pinpoint Tests

The Vehicle Does Not Start With The Passive Key In Certain Areas Within The Vehicle But Starts Using The Passive Key Backup Location

Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 112 for schematic and connector information.

Normal Operation and Fault Conditions

REFER to: Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) - System Operation and Component Description (419-01B Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS), Description and Operation).

The PATS does not disable an already running vehicle.

BCM DTC Fault Trigger Conditions

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