How to program a PATS2 Key

[Jay87LX]

I recently ordered a new key and fob online as my truck only came with one. I found out how to prgram the fob online but couldn't find how to program the key online.
The fob: Insert the good key into the ignition, turn it on and then back off 8 times, on the 8th time leave it in the on position and then press "lock" and Unlock" on the fob and the door locks will work. That fob is now activated.

The new key: Take your original key and turn the ignition to the "on" position then "off" the "theft" will flash on the dash, then within 5 seconds insert the new key turn it on and then off and the new jey will be programmed.
Hope this helps someone
Note: To do either of these you will need a good key to start with

 

[clok1966]

question, what years use the Pat2 key? I was quoted $80 for a new key.

 

[Lane24]

Jay 87, that will only work if you have a PATS1. With PATS 2 it is essentially the same however you will need 2 keys. PATS 1 was early 98 and older, and PATS 2 is later 98 and newer....
I just bought mine of ebay. I got 4 keys for $11. Get them cut at a good key cutter or locksmith, unless you really trust your local hardware store, and program them as per your manual. Don't pay the stealership. Mine is a early 98 and still used the PATS1 so I only needed one key.

Instructions for PATS2:

for Ford keys (Later 1998-newer Ford, Lincoln, Mercury)



If you want to add a key....
**You must have two original keys to perform this procedure. If you only have one key, you WILL have to take it to the dealer to get it programmed**

1. Insert and existing (working) key into the ignition cylinder.

2. Turn the ignition cylinder ON (RUN) and back to OFF. Ignition should stay on for at least ONE SECOND.

3. Remove the existing key and, within TEN seconds, insert a second working key and turn it to ON (RUN) and the back OFF. Ignition must be in ON for at least ONE second, but no more than TEN seconds. Remove the key.

4. Insert the new key before TWENTY seconds have elapsed and turn it to ON (RUN). Leave it the ON position for at least ONE second and turn back to OFF.

5. The security light will light up for THREE seconds to indicate that the new key has been successfully programmed.

6. To program additional keys, repeat steps 1 through 5



If you want to initiate a new master key....
1. This requires that the vehicle be connected to special dealer equipment. There are two ten minute delays involved while this device erases all existing key programming and sets up the vehicle computer to accept new key codes. Two new keys should be ready because the system requires a minimum of two keys in the program. After the first two keys are programmed, additional keys can be entered individually by following the instructions for adding duplicate keys (below).