B1342 ECU is defective (EEPROM in PCM is not working- replace PCM). And I had two other transponder keys made and took it to the Ford Place and they wiped the computer system playing I guess but they said these keys are programmed to the truck but the anti-theft light is still blinking and will not start. Ford named its PATS system SecuriLock. passive anti theft system (pats)—diagnostic article no. Every transponder is coded with a single identifying code made from over 18 billion combinations. Replace transceiver. I have a 1997 Ford Expedition the anti-theft light is blinking. Solving a problem on a f-150 that had a anti-theft code 11. the only ford qualified pats keys are those manufactured by: ford rotunda, ilco, strattec, huf, and valeo. B1600 Non-PATS key or damaged key. B1232/B2103 Transceiver internal antenna damaged. See chart on reverse side for applicable system. It is a security feature found on most (if not all) new Ford products, and what it does is disable your vehicle’s starter unless your specially programmed key is used to start the vehicle. note: diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p1260 in the powertrain control module (pcm) is a direction to retrieve fault codes from pats. I lost the security chip out of the key. PATS Theft Indicator stays on for 2 or 3 seconds (depending on system type) at Ignition RUN or START and then off: This is normal operation for PATS prove out on all vehicles except LS and Thunderbird. other aftermarket keys are not ford qualified and can cause pats issues. See chart on reverse side for applicable system. FORD PATS fault codes PATS DTC CHART DTC DESCRIPTION B1213 Less than 2 (or 3 if equipped w/Valet key) keys programmed to the system. By replacing a 50 amp fuse in the fuse box under the hood. PATS related when stored in PCM only. B1213/B10D8-00 Less than 2 (or 3 if equipped w/Valet key) keys programmed to the system. Passive Anti-Theft System (To be used to interpret the type of failure) (Pages 3 and 4) It is also called a transponder key. Ford PATS Passive Anti-theft System works with a key and a chip embedded in the key. When replacing the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) on a PATS-equipped vehicle, a parameter reset or relearn procedure must be performed after the PCM is installed. This is normal operation for PATS to act as a visual theft deterrent. Passive Anti-Theft Systems (PATS), also called Ford Securilock, is a vehicle security feature introduced on 1996 and later Ford vehicles. PATS is a passive system because it doesn’t need any input from the driver. PATS Theft Indicator flashes every 2 seconds at Ignition This is normal operation for PATS to act as a visual theft deterrent. service tips 01-6-2 ford: 1996-2001 mustang, taurus 1998-2000 contour 1998-2001 crown victoria 2000-2001 focus 2002 thunderbird 1997-2001 expedition 1998-2002 explorer 1999 f-250 ld 1999-2001 f-150, ranger, windstar 2000-2001 excursion 2001 escape lincoln: 1997-1998 mark viii PATS is an acronym that stands for Passive Anti-Theft System (Ford also calls this SecuriLock). PATS Immobiliser Fault Codes Introduction If a fault develops on a vehicle fitted with Ford PATS there are a series of simple checks which can be carried out before proceeding, if necessary, to the FDS2000 diagnostic programme.