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.
2006 Ford Freestar BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Starting System DTCS
PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) - DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) LIST
| DTC | Description | Source | Perform Test |
|---|---|---|---|
| B1213 | Anti-Theft Number Of Programmed Keys Is Below Minimum | PCM | refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM . |
| B1342 | ECU is Defective | PCM | CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test. If DTC B1342 is retrieved again, INSTALL a new PCM. REFER to ELECTRONIC ENGINE CONTROLS . CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test. |
| B1600 | Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) Key Transponder Is Not Received - Damaged Key Or Non-PATS Key | PCM | refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM . |
| B1601 | Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) Received Incorrect Key-Code From Key Transponder (Unprogrammed PATS Key) | PCM | refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM . |
| B1602 or B2431 | Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) Received Invalid Format Of Key-Code From Key Transponder (Partial Key Read) | PCM | refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM . |
| B1681 | Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) Transceiver Module Signal Is Not Received (Damaged, Not Connected Or Damaged Wiring) | PCM | refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM . |
| B2103 | Internal Transceiver Antenna Damaged | PCM | refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM . |
| P1260 | PCM Disabled - Vehicle Disabled | PCM | REPAIR the PCM. REFER to the INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE . |
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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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