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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SOBDMC
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Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH is similar.
Lower the headliner.
Refer to: Headliner - Lowering (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation)...
System Operation
System Diagram
Item
Description
1
Hybrid
2
FDIM
3
Microphone
4
APIM
5
GWM
6
A/C clutch relay
7
Sunload sensor
8
FCIM-B
9
BCM
10
Ambient air quality sensor (if equipped)
11
SOBDMC
12
ACCM
13
Ambient Air Temperature (AAT) sensor
14
A/C compressor clutch field coil
15
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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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