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Key Programming Using Diagnostic Equipment




Key Programming Using Diagnostic Equipment

WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure, REFER to Safety Warnings . Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

General Procedure

NOTE: To enter PATS (Passive Anti-Theft System) security access if no programmed IA (Intelligent Access) keys are available, start a vehicle session using a tear tag or PCM (Powertrain Control Module) part number. REFER to Diagnostic Methods Diagnostic Methods. PATS (Passive Anti-Theft System) security access can still be granted even with the ignition off.

1. From the scan tool, enter TOOLBOX. Select Body>Security>PATS Functions and follow the IDS (Integrated Diagnostic System) on-screen instructions to enter PATS (Passive Anti-Theft System) security access.

2. NOTE: A maximum of 8 keys can be programmed into the vehicle.
From the scan tool menu, select the appropriate key programming procedure and follow the on-screen instructions to program the IA (Intelligent Access) key(s).