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:
Unlocking and Locking the Doors Using the Remote Control
You can only use the remote control when
your vehicle is stationary.
Unlocking the Doors
Press the button to unlock all
doors.
Locking the Doors
Press the button to lock all
doors. One short flash of the
turn signal lamps confirms that
your vehicle has locked.
Note: For more information on operating
the doors from outside your vehicl..
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Flat Headed Screw Driver
Punch
Copper Hammer
Removal
Remove the muffler and tailpipe.
Refer to: Muffler and Tailpipe (309-00A Exhaust System - 1.5L EcoBoost (132kW/180PS) – I3 (Y1), Removal and Installation).
Refer to: Muffler and Tailpipe (309-00B Exhaust System - 2.0L EcoBoost (177kW/240PS) – MI4, Removal and Installation)..