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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2004ECONOLINE E150, VAN CARGO, 4.6 WREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 291 (ANTI-THEFT)DIAGNOSIS AND TESTINGPASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) - DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) DESCRIPTIONSEXPANDED DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) DESCRIPTIONS
2004 Ford Econoline E150, Van Cargo, 4.6 W
Expanded Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Descriptions
2004 Ford Econoline E150, Van Cargo, 4.6 WSECTION Expanded Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Descriptions
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
EXPANDED DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) DESCRIPTIONS
| DTC | Expanded Description |
|---|---|
| B1213 | Less than 2 keys programmed to the PATS control. Use the diagnostic card to run the self-test on the PATS functions in the instrument cluster. If DTC B1232, B1600, B1601, B1602 or B1681 are present, they must be serviced first. If DTC B1213 is the only self-test DTC, then cycle the second PATS key in the ignition to program. |
| B1232 | Transceiver module antenna failure. Memory failure in the PCM or the instrument cluster. |
| B1600 | No PATS key read by the PATS control. This can be caused by the PATS key, PATS transceiver, circuits between the PATS transceiver and the PATS control and/or the PATS control. |
| B1601 | Unprogrammed PATS key. There is no issue with the PATS key itself, but the key must be programmed into the PATS memory (unless the maximum number of keys are already programmed). REFER to Spare Key Programming. No parts need to be replaced for this DTC. |
| B1602 | Partial PATS key was read. Make sure that approved PATS key (Ford, Rotunda or Strattec) is being used. Large metal objects, additional PATS keys, or devices used to purchase gasoline located on the customer's key ring can cause interference. Instruct the customer to keep such items from touching the ignition key during engine start. It is not necessary to remove the objects from the customer's key ring. Remote starter equipment can also cause this DTC. Remove any remote starter equipment close to the transceiver before conducting further diagnosis. This DTC can be caused by the PATS key or the PATS transceiver. |
| B1681 | PATS transceiver module signal is not received by the PATS control. This DTC can be caused by circuits between the PATS transceiver and the PATS control, the PATS transceiver or the PATS control. Follow the pinpoint test for diagnosis. This can also be caused by using the incorrect transceiver part number. Make sure that the correct transceiver part number is being used. |
| B2103 | Transceiver module antenna failure. Incorrect or nonexistent diagnostic data from the transceiver. |
| B2139 | The PCM_ID does not match between the PCM and the PATS instrument cluster. |
| B2141 | NVM configuration failure. PATS does not have a stored PCM_ID in memory (PATS PID PCM_ID = not STORED). If a DTC U1147 is also present, it must be repaired first. If a DTC U1262 is also present, attempt to repair the DTC. However, repair to DTC U1262 may not be required prior to repairing DTCB2141. |
| B2431 | The ignition key (Lincoln LS only) was not programmed. This vehicle uses a special ignition key. Program a new ignition key, using the correct style key. |
| P1260 | This DTC will be stored any time the PCM disables the vehicle because of a PATS issue. Whenever the PCM has stored DTC P1260, there should be PATS DTC(s) stored that require diagnosis. |
| U1147 | Indicates a communication issue between the PCM and PATS instrument cluster. This DTC cannot be caused by the PATS key, the PATS transceiver or the circuits between the PATS transceiver and PATS control. Whenever PATS has the DTC U1147 stored, there should be a DTC P1260, Theft Detected-Engine Disabled, stored in the PCM. Verify that DTC P1260 is stored in the PCM. If the DTC P1260 is not stored in the PCM, there is a power up issue for the PCM. (i.e. PATS is powering up at key ON/START, but the PCM is not. Therefore, PATS tries to communicate over circuits 914 and 915 and there is no response from the PCM.) Make sure that the PCM power and ground circuits are functioning. Make sure that the diagnostic tool can communicate with the PCM. |
| U1262 | Indicates a communication issue between the PATS control instrument cluster and some other module. Do not carry out the PATS diagnostics if a no start is not reported or if the anti-theft indicator is not flashing rapidly at key ON. If the indicator is flashing, check to make sure the PCM is powered up and operating. If the PCM is not powered up or operating, continue with PCM diagnostics. |
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- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
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