Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Passive Anti-Theft System (Pats): Notes
Various models use different systems. To identify which programming procedures to use, identify which control module is used for PATS system. See PATS SYSTEM IDENTIFICATION table.
| Application | System Type | Control Module |
|---|---|---|
| Continental | "C" | Instrument Cluster Module |
| Contour | "E" | PCM |
| Cougar | "E" | PCM |
| Crown Victoria | "B" | PATS Module |
| Excursion | "B" | PATS Module |
| Expedition | "C" | Instrument Cluster Module |
| Explorer | "B" | PATS Module |
| F150/F350 Pickup | "C" | Instrument Cluster Module |
| Focus | "E" | PCM |
| Grand Marquis | "B" | PATS Module |
| LS | "C" | Instrument Cluster Module |
| Mountaineer | "B" | PATS Module |
| Mustang | "C" | Instrument Cluster Module |
| Mystique | "E" | PCM |
| Navigator | "C" | Instrument Cluster Module |
| Ranger | "B" | PATS Module |
| Sable | "E" | PCM |
| Taurus | "E" | PCM |
| Town Car | "C" | Instrument Cluster Module |
| Windstar | "C" | Instrument Cluster Module |
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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.
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