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Ford PATS Fault Codes

This document provides a chart of Ford PATS fault codes along with descriptions of what each code indicates. It also lists some common issues that are not related to PATS such as engine stalls, alarm activation, and remote entry/keyless entry problems. The document concludes with basic checks for diagnosing PATS issues, such as verifying there are no aftermarket devices causing interference and making sure all customer keys are accounted for when reprogramming.

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Ford PATS Fault Codes

This document provides a chart of Ford PATS fault codes along with descriptions of what each code indicates. It also lists some common issues that are not related to PATS such as engine stalls, alarm activation, and remote entry/keyless entry problems. The document concludes with basic checks for diagnosing PATS issues, such as verifying there are no aftermarket devices causing interference and making sure all customer keys are accounted for when reprogramming.

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FORD PATS fault codes

PATS DTC CHART DTC DESCRIPTION

B1213 Less than 2 (or 3 if equipped w/Valet key) keys programmed to the
system.

B1232/B2103 Transceiver internal antenna damaged. Replace transceiver.

B1342 ECU is defective (EEPROM in PCM is not working- replace PCM).


PATS related when stored in PCM only.

B1600 Non-PATS key or damaged key.

B1601 Unprogrammed encoded ignition key detected (leave ignition on


for 20 seconds before trying a programmed key, in Anti-Scan
Mode).

B1602 Partial detection of encoded ignition key.

B1681 Transceiver signal not detected.

B2141 Non-Volatile Memory (NVM) configuration failure - No PCM ID


stored in PATS.

B2139 PCM ID does not match between the PCM and PATS control
(PATS/ICM/VIC/HEC/SCIL).

B2431 Key programmed failure (defective key or transceiver)

U1147/U1262 Communications issue, SCP (J1850), between PCM and PATS


control (PATS/ICM/VIC/HES/SCIL).

P1260 PCM disabled the vehicle because of a PATS concern. Retrieve


DTC’S from applicable PATS control function
(PATS/ICM/VIC/HES/SCIL).

It is not a PATS Issue, if;

• The “Service Engine Soon” light is illuminated. (Investigate PCM system)


• There is no communications with PCM ; PCM will always communicate on the diagnostic
link regardless of theft status. (Investigate PCM system)
• Engine stalls on road: Once the engine runs for one second, PATS CANNOT disable the
engine. Running stalls are not PATS issues.
• Alarm goes off: PATS is completely separate from the perimeter alarm system (if installed).
PATS will not cause the alarm to go off.
• Remote Entry/Keyless Entry problems: PATS is completely separate from the Remote
Entry/Keyless Entry systems.
• There is a no-crank problem on vehicles without PATS starter disable. Check Table 1, for
presence of Starter Interrupt.
• PATS Theft Indicator flashes every 2 seconds at Ignition OFF. This is normal operation for
PATS to act as a visual theft deterrent. (See chart on reverse side for applicable system.)
• PATS Theft Indicator stays on for 2 or 3 seconds (depending on system type) at Ignition
RUN or START and then off. This is normal operation for PATS prove out.

Basic checks:

• Erasing and reprogramming ignition keys does not cure any known intermittent PATS
no-start issues. Do not reprogram keys if a fault cannot be identified.

• Always verify that there are no aftermarket devices causing interference, such as alarms,
remote starters or other devices utilizing transponders. Devices that power up the PCM
without powering up the PATS Control module can experience no-start concerns.

• Items such as foil stickers, brass key tags, other PATS keys, and other transponders used to
purchase gasoline or other metallic objects can cause interference with the PATS key.

• Make sure you have all of the customer’s keys when doing reprogramming, PATS Control
module replacing, or diagnosis.

• When replacing ignition keys, make sure the customer throws out all old keys or programs
them as spare keys.

• Reprogramming the PCM does not have any impact on PATS operation.

• Disconnect battery cables when replacing the PATS modules, (ICM, VIC, HEC, SCIL, or PCM)

• If the engine does not crank on vehicles that have PATS providing a ground to the starter
relay, verify the PATS output to the starter relay.

• If the PCM has a P1260, look for additional codes in the PATS control module.

• Systems B, C and E have an anti-scan function. If you attempt to start the vehicle with an
unprogrammed key, the theft indicator will flash rapidly and the vehicle will not start. Leave
the key in the RUN position for 30 seconds for the anti-scan feature to time out. The vehicle
will fail to start during this 30-second time period even if a correctly programmed key is
used.

• Some aftermarket audio equipment have been found to keep the run/start circuit active
for over 5 seconds past ignition off. This can prevent pats from properly reading ignition
keys during key programming. Remove or disable this aftermarket equipment if problems
with any key programming sequence occur.

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