Passive Anti-Theft System Module
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis and 2002 Ford Crown Victoria. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Before replacing Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) module, it is necessary to upload module configuration to Worldwide Diagnostic System (WDS) tester, New Generation Star (NGS) or other compatible scan tool. For reprogramming assistance, see GENERAL PROCEDURES in ANTI-THEFT article. New PATS module must be programmed with this configuration information.