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Question posted by robertbarut on March 14th, 2015

Theft Light Flashing

my ford escape v6 3.0 2004 the anti-theft flashing can't start, how to fix it?

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Answer #1: Posted by Brainerd on March 14th, 2015 6:50 AM

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Hi, please refer to the tutorial video here:
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=pJBMgrW7MQU

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Answer #2: Posted by aureliamarygrace on March 14th, 2015 4:10 AM

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According to your Owner's manual:

" : Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are used to purchase gasoline or similar items, or a second coded key on the same key chain may cause vehicle starting issues. You need to prevent these objects from touching the coded key while starting the engine. These objects will not cause damage to the coded key, but may cause a momentary issue if they are too close to the key when starting the engine. If a problem occurs, turn the ignition off, remove all objects on the key chain away from the coded key and restart the engine."

To fix this, please refer to your Owner's guide manual link below and scroll down to Page 71 - Page 74 for detailed information.

http://www.fordservicecontent.com/Ford_Content/catalog/owner_guides/04204og1e.pdf

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