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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1999EXPLORER 4WD V6-4.0L VIN EREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISACCESSORIES AND OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTRELAYS AND MODULES - ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTALARM MODULESERVICE AND REPAIRMODULE - PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT TRANSCEIVER
1999 Ford Explorer 4WD V6-4.0L VIN E
Module - Passive Anti-Theft Transceiver
1999 Ford Explorer 4WD V6-4.0L VIN ESECTION Module - Passive Anti-Theft Transceiver
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
CAUTION: Electronic modules are sensitive to electrical charges. If exposed to these charges, damage may result.
2. Remove the ignition switch lock cylinder.
1 Insert the ignition key into the ignition switch lock cylinder and turn to the RUN position.
2 Push the ignition switch lock cylinder release tab with a punch while pulling out the ignition switch lock cylinder.
3. Twist the tilt wheel handle and shank and remove.
4. Remove the upper and lower steering column shrouds.
1 Remove the screws.
2 Remove the upper and lower steering column shrouds.
5. Remove the hood latch release handle.
1 Remove the screws.
2 Remove the hood latch release handle.
6. Remove the lower instrument panel steering column cover.
1 Remove the screws.
2 Remove the lower instrument panel steering column cover.
7. Remove the instrument panel steering column opening cover reinforcement.
1 Remove the screws.
2 Remove the instrument panel steering column opening cover reinforcement.
8. Remove the transceiver assembly.
1 Remove the screw.
2 Locate the rib on the steering column lock cylinder housing, and gently release the anti-theft transceiver over the rib.
NOTE: Only apply pressure or leverage below the key cylinder lower rib.
3 Disconnect the electrical connector.
NOTE: The steering wheel is shown removed for clarity.
INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
NOTE:
^ When the battery is disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms may occur while the vehicle relearns its adaptive strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10 mi) or more to relearn the strategy.
^ No key replacement or re-initialization needs to occur with the removal or installation of a new PATS Transceiver.
^ The steering wheel is shown removed for clarity.
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
CAUTION: Electronic modules are sensitive to electrical charges. If exposed to these charges, damage may result.
2. Remove the ignition switch lock cylinder.
1 Insert the ignition key into the ignition switch lock cylinder and turn to the RUN position.
2 Push the ignition switch lock cylinder release tab with a punch while pulling out the ignition switch lock cylinder.
3. Twist the tilt wheel handle and shank and remove.
4. Remove the upper and lower steering column shrouds.
1 Remove the screws.
2 Remove the upper and lower steering column shrouds.
5. Remove the hood latch release handle.
1 Remove the screws.
2 Remove the hood latch release handle.
6. Remove the lower instrument panel steering column cover.
1 Remove the screws.
2 Remove the lower instrument panel steering column cover.
7. Remove the instrument panel steering column opening cover reinforcement.
1 Remove the screws.
2 Remove the instrument panel steering column opening cover reinforcement.
8. Remove the transceiver assembly.
1 Remove the screw.
2 Locate the rib on the steering column lock cylinder housing, and gently release the anti-theft transceiver over the rib.
NOTE: Only apply pressure or leverage below the key cylinder lower rib.
3 Disconnect the electrical connector.
NOTE: The steering wheel is shown removed for clarity.
INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
NOTE:
^ When the battery is disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms may occur while the vehicle relearns its adaptive strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10 mi) or more to relearn the strategy.
^ No key replacement or re-initialization needs to occur with the removal or installation of a new PATS Transceiver.
^ The steering wheel is shown removed for clarity.
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.