Expert: INSTALLSUPPORT - 12/14/2007

Question
I have a 2004 F-150 Lariat with the keypad and key fob.  My husband mistakenly left the satellite radio plugged in and wore down the battery.  Four days later, we tried to get into the truck and the key pad does not light up/we can't get in by pass code. The key fob does not work.  When you put the key in the door lock, you can turn it either way, but nothing happens.  It's completely dead.  I'm having a locksmith come out to open the door, but he suggested opening up the door panel to change some clip or something that might be broken.  What are your thoughts?  Is the "no entry" due to my dead battery or is something else going on?  Any advice you can give would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Answer
I understand. Not an uncommon subject here &
I am sorry to tell you, but it's the PATS.

When you poered down, the computer lost all codes.

This vehicle has the PATS (passive anti-theft system)
in the ignition and key and it appears you've
reset the PATS.
The car does not recognise the chip in the ignition
key any longer.

The PATS (FORD'S PASSIVE ANTI THEFT SYSTEM)
needs to be reprogrammed I believe.
You can tow it to any FORD vehicle dealer
to have the service department re code it.

Or, get the KXO4 PKFORD bypass module
at www.BYPASSMODULES.com and bypass it
permananently.

This will solve your issue for good.

ALARMTEK
PASSLOCK2.com