Posts Tagged: transponder key
How an Auto Immobilizer Anti-theft SystemWorks
Auto Immobilizer Explained: Modern Vehicle Theft Protection Quick Summary Modern vehicles use an auto immobilizer system that consists of a transponder key and an antenna coil/exciter ring mounted on the lock cylinder. Once powered by the exciter ring, the key transmits a digital code to an antenna, which is then checked by the ECM and Body Control Module. If the code is correct, the system will allow the engine start. If not, it will prevent engine cranking or will allow the engine to crank, but won’t allow the fuel injectors … Read More
Program Ford key
How to program Ford key Adding new key, Ford PATS, PATS keys Late model Ford vehicles with PATS anti-theft system allow you to add and program Ford key yourself IF you already have two keys that work. The Ford key must be a PATS compatible transponder key as well. Those keys are available online. Here’s the programming procedure: 1) Insert one of the two previously programmed key into the lock cylinder. Turn the key to ON (not START) and leave it in that position for a minimum of 3-secs., but … Read More