Ford Explorer: Electronic Feature Group / Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS)
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Informati..
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...
Other information:
Overview
The RCM continually receives and monitors inputs from the OCSM and various other hard-wired switches and sensors. If the RCM
detects a sudden vehicle deceleration and/or lateral deceleration based
on the information received from the various sensors and determines
that deployment is necessary, it applies voltage and current to deploy
the appropriate SRS components...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar.
Remove the liftgate trim panel.
Refer to: Liftgate Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation)...
Categories
Note: You may not be able to shift out of park (P) unless the intelligent
access key is inside your vehicle.

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