DTC P1260: Theft Detected, Vehicle Immobilized

2011 Mercury Mariner Premier, 2.5 7, AWDSECTION DTC P1260: Theft Detected, Vehicle Immobilized
P1260 - THEFT DETECTED, VEHICLE IMMOBILIZED

Description:  This DTC can be set if the passive anti-theft system (PATS) has determined a theft condition existed and the engine is disabled or an engine start was attempted using a non-PATS key. This DTC is a good indicator to check the PATS for DTCs.
This DTC can also be set when a new instrument cluster (IC), instrument panel cluster (IPC) or powertrain control module (PCM) is installed without correctly programming either module even if the vehicle is not equipped with PATS.
Possible Causes: 
  • Incorrectly programmed PCM
  • Incorrectly programmed IC or IPC
  • Previous theft condition
  • Anti-theft system concern
Diagnostic Aids:  Theft indicator flashing rapidly or on solid when the ignition is in the ON position. Check the anti-theft system for DTCs. Refer to the appropriate Anti-Theft article, Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Charts to continue diagnosis.
If a new IC, IPC or PCM is installed without correctly programming either module, the parameters must be reset in both modules. Refer to the appropriate Anti-Theft article, Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) Parameter Reset to continue diagnosis.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All GO to PINPOINT TEST QD .
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