Explorer 4WD V6-4.0L (2009)
NOTE: This procedure is used when a customer needs to have an additional key programmed into the vehicle without erasing stored key codes, but does
not have 2 programmed keys available. This procedure is also useful when attempting to determine if an ignition key is damaged, as a new key can be
installed without erasing keys or without having 2 programmed keys available.
NOTE: Before programming, the new key must have the correct mechanical cut for the ignition lock cylinder.
NOTE: If 8 keys are already programmed, this procedure does not allow any more ignition keys to be programmed. The number of keys that are
programmed into the Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) can be determined by viewing the Instrument Cluster (IC) PID N_KEYCODE.
NOTE: When in the unlimited key mode, the N_KEYCODE PID will always read 2 (after the first 2 keys have been programmed), no matter how many
keys are programmed to the vehicle.
1. Turn the unprogrammed PATS key from the OFF position to the ON position.
2. From the scan tool, enter TOOLBOX. Select BODY - SECURITY - PATS Functions and follow the on-screen instructions to ENTER
SECURITY ACCESS. For additional information, refer to Anti-Theft Security Access See: Accessories and Optional Equipment/Antitheft and
Alarm Systems/Testing and Inspection/Component Tests and General Diagnostics.
3. NOTE: Make sure the selection made is "PROGRAM" (Program additional ignition key). If the "ERASE" (Ignition Key Code Erase) selection is
made, all of the keys will be erased from the system.
From the scan tool menu select: "Program additional ignition key" and follow the on-screen instructions.
4. Turn the key to the OFF position and disconnect the scan tool.
5. Start the vehicle with the new PATS key. The vehicle will now start with the new PATS key and also with the original PATS keys.
Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) Parameter Reset
Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) Parameter Reset
NOTE: When using the Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS), the Instrument Cluster (IC) and the PCM parameters are reset at the same time.
1. Turn the key from the OFF position to the ON position.
2. From the scan tool, follow the on-screen instructions to ENTER SECURITY ACCESS. For additional information, refer to Anti-Theft Security
Access See: Accessories and Optional Equipment/Antitheft and Alarm Systems/Testing and Inspection/Component Tests and General Diagnostics
.
3. From the scan tool, select: Parameter Reset and follow the on-screen instructions.
4. NOTE: If the IC was replaced, follow Steps 4-9. If the IC and the PCM were replaced, follow Steps 4-9. If only the PCM was replaced, go to Step
9.
From the scan tool, select: Ignition Key Code Erase and follow the on-screen instructions.
