Expert: INSTALLSUPPORT - 8/6/2011

Question
Hi Installsupport :  How can i dis-arm the Factory alarm on my 2001 Ford Taurus ?

Answer
Subject:
Explaining Ford's Immobilizers
PATS SecuriLock

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Message:

Passive Anti-Theft System What it is: Passive anti-theft systems (PATS),
like Ford's patented SecuriLock system, protect against drive away theft
through the use of an electronically coded ignition key. The system is
designed to help prevent the engine from being started unless a coded key
programmed to the vehicle is used. An indicator shows the system is working.

How it works:

A miniature transponder with an integrated circuit and antenna is
embedded in the ignition key. A wireless radio-frequency transmission
transfers an electronic code between the transponder in the key and the
vehicle.

If the code matches, a code programmed in the vehicle, a signal is sent
through the wiring system to the electronic engine control, allowing the
engine to start. There are 72 million-billion possible codes, so every Ford
sold worldwide for the next 10 billion years could have unique codes.

New keys for replacements or spares can be purchased at dealerships.
A customer may program spare keys to the vehicle themselves if they possess
any two keys that operate the vehicle. A dealership technician may erase and
program keys using diagnostic equipment. A maximum of eight keys may be
installed in most systems. Customer benefit: Increased protection against
drive away vehicle theft, where the thief starts the engine and drives the
vehicle away. Ford status: Standard on most North American vehicles in model
year 1996-2010.

This also means you will need to be able to start the engine to
get RPM rate, and then to be able to use a bypass kit as they must
be able to program correctly. You will require 2 transponder
keys to do ANY bypass.

To see more on this issue,
go to:

www.FORDPATS.com