Ford Explorer: Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) / Description and Operation - Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) - Overview
Overview
The PATS deters the vehicle from theft by preventing the vehicle from starting unless a programmed PATS key is in the ignition lock cylinder.
PATS does not disable a vehicle that is already running.
System Operation
System Diagram
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Other information:
Summer tires provide superior performance on wet and dry roads. Summer tires
do not have the Mud and Snow (M+S or M/S) tire traction rating on the tire side
wall. Since summer tires do not have the same traction performance as All-season
or Snow tires, we do not recommend using summer tires when temperatures drop to
approximately 45°F (7°C) or below (depending on tire wear and environmen..
Removal
All vehicles
Remove the rear seats.
Refer to: Second Row Seat - Police (501-10B Second Row Seats, Removal and Installation).
Remove the rear door opening scuff plates.
Remove the loadspace floor trim.
Rear Reinforcement
Remove the bolts and the reinforcement...
Categories
You can use the power door lock control or the remote control to lock and unlock
your vehicle.
Power Door Locks
The power door lock control is on the driver and front passenger door panels.

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