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Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS)

PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) PARAMETER RESET

Special Tool(s)


Special Tool(s):






NOTE:
- When using the IDS, the instrument cluster (IC) and the PCM parameters are reset at the same time.
- Once security access has been granted, multiple security access commands should be executed (if necessary) prior to exiting the command menu. This avoids an additional security access procedure and the associated 10 minute time delay.
- A minimum of 2 passive anti-theft system (PATS) keys must be programmed into the IC before the vehicle will start.

1. Turn the 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.
3. From the scan tool, select: Parameter Reset and press the tick mark.

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, the procedure is completed.
- If steps 4-9 are followed, 2 keys must be present.

From the scan tool, select: Ignition Key Code Erase and press the tick mark.

5. Turn the key to the OFF position and disconnect the scan tool.
6. Turn the key to the ON position for a minimum of 3 seconds.
7. Turn the key to the OFF position and remove the key.
8. Insert the second key and turn it to the ON position for a minimum of 3 seconds.
9. Both keys will now start the vehicle.
10. If more keys are required to be programmed, refer to Key Programming Using Two Programmed Keys. Using Two Programmed Keys