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2006 Lincoln Town Car Executive L, 4.6 V
Starting System DTCS
2006 Lincoln Town Car Executive L, 4.6 VSECTION Starting System DTCS
STARTER AND 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 | Instrument cluster | REFER to ANTI-THEFT - PATS . |
| B1342 | ECU Is Defective | Instrument cluster | CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test. If DTC B1342 is retrieved again, INSTALL a new instrument cluster. REFER to INSTRUMENT CLUSTER . |
| B1600 | Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) Key Transponder Is Not Received - Damaged Key Or Non-PATS Key | Instrument cluster | REFER to ANTI-THEFT - PATS . |
| B1601 | PATS Received Incorrect Key-Code From Key Transponder (Unprogrammed PATS Key) | Instrument cluster | REFER to ANTI-THEFT - PATS . |
| B1602 | PATS Received Invalid Format Of Key-Code From Key Transponder (Partial Key Read) | Instrument cluster | REFER to ANTI-THEFT - PATS . |
| B1681 | PATS Transceiver Module Signal Is Not Received (Damaged, Not Connected Or Damaged Wiring) | Instrument cluster | REFER to ANTI-THEFT - PATS . |
| B2103 | Antenna Not Connected - Defective Transceiver | Instrument Cluster | REFER to ANTI-THEFT - PATS . |
| B2139 | Data Mismatch | Instrument cluster | REFER to ANTI-THEFT - PATS . |
| B2141 | NVM Memory Failure | Instrument cluster | REFER to ANTI-THEFT - PATS . |
| B2431 | Transponder Programming Failed | Instrument cluster | REFER to ANTI-THEFT - PATS . |
| B2477 | Module Configuration Failure | Instrument cluster | REFER to MODULE CONFIGURATION . |
| U1147 | SCP (J1850) Invalid Or Missing Data For Vehicle Security | Instrument cluster/powertrain control module (PCM) | REFER to ANTI-THEFT - PATS . |
| U1262 | SCP Communications BUS Fault | Instrument cluster/PCM | REFER to MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK . |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.