Ford Escape: Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) / Description and Operation - Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) - Overview
Overview
The PATS deters the vehicle from theft by preventing the vehicle
from starting unless a programmed PATS key is in the ignition lock
cylinder.
PATS does not disable a vehicle that is already running.
System Operation
System Diagram
Item
Description
1
PCM
2
BCM
3
IKT
4
PATS Enable
5
PATS Transceiver
6
ABS
Network Message Chart
Module Network Input Messages - BCM
Broadcast Message
Originating Module
Message Purpose
PATS start request target d..
Other information:
Component Location
Item
Part Number
Description
1
7R0817R081
Transmission fluid cooler tubes
2
7A0957A095
Transmission fluid cooler
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Removal
Remove the front door scuff plates.
Refer to: Front Scuff Plate Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
Remove the front seats.
Refer to: Front Seat (501-10A Front Seats, Removal and Installation).
Remove the floor console.
Refer to: Floor Console (501-12 Instrument Panel and Console, Removal and Installation).
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