1998 Ford Explorer Support Question
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Question posted by sassylisamartinez on April 25th, 2014
How To Reset Anti Theft Alarm
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Answer #1: Posted by BusterDoogen on April 25th, 2014 11:38 AM
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The passive anti-theft system (PATS) is installed on every Ford at the factory. While some erroneously call this system the factory alarm, it really is not an alarm system. The PATS system will arm itself if someone attempts to start the vehicle with anything other than the PATS key programmed to that specific vehicle. Once the system is triggered, the red light on the dash will begin flashing faster than normal and it will remain in this mode until either the proper key is inserted and turned in the ignition or 15 minutes has passed.
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Verify you have the right key. Ford PATS keys have large black plastic, or molded rubber, heads. Inside the head is a transponder chip that is programmed to a certain code so that the PATS transponder in the vehicle recognizes the key. It is possible for a PATS key to lose its programming, but highly unlikely. In the event you are certain you have the correct key, try to start the vehicle with the spare, if you have it. If the vehicle still refuses to start.
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Wait 15 minutes, until you see the flashing rate on the red light on your dashboard decrease to normal speed and then try both keys again. If this still fails to start the vehicle, raise the hood and disconnect the battery for 15 minutes, then reconnect it and try again. If, after that, you still cannot get the vehicle to start, you will need to have it towed to a Ford service department for further diagnosis by a trained technician.
Tips & Warnings-
The PATS system consists of the key, the transponder and the halo. The halo is a small ring that rests around the ignition tumbler in order to recognize the proper key. If you have had your ignition tumbler or switch replaced recently, and are now having PATS troubles, inspect the halo for damage. It can be broken easily if care is not exercised when removing or reinstalling the ignition tumbler.
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