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:
Switching the Lane Keeping System On and Off
To activate the lane keeping
system, press the button on the
steering wheel.
To deactivate the lane keeping system,
press the button again.
Note: When switching the system on or off
a message appears in the information and
entertainment display to show the status.
Note: The system stores the on or off
setting until manually changed, unless it
de..
Reference Value Symptom Chart
NOTE:
The Reference Value Symptom Chart provides guidance in
selecting the appropriate parameter identification (PID) or measured
signal related to the fault area. Select a symptom from the symptom
chart along with the category number and go to the PID/Measured Signal
Chart. For multiple symptoms, select the symptom that is the most
evident.
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