Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2012EXPLORER FWD V6-3.5LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISACCESSORIES AND OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTANTITHEFT AND ALARM SYSTEMSTESTING AND INSPECTIONPROGRAMMING AND RELEARNINGPASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) - WITH INTELLIGENT ACCESS (IA)ENABLE OR DISABLE SPARE KEY PROGRAMMING
2012 Ford Explorer FWD V6-3.5L
Enable Or Disable Spare Key Programming
2012 Ford Explorer FWD V6-3.5LSECTION Enable Or Disable Spare Key Programming
Enable or Disable Spare Key Programming
General Procedure
NOTE: This procedure provides the capability to enable/disable the normal customer spare key programming procedure detailed in the Owner's Literature and the Key Programming Using Two Programmed Keys procedure (REFER to Key Programming Using Two Programmed Keys Key Programming Using Two Programmed Keys). If spare key programming is disabled, spare keys can only be programmed by using the scan tool, REFER to Key Programming Using Diagnostic Equipment Key Programming Using Diagnostic Equipment.
1. Turn the ignition from the OFF position to the RUN position.
2. From the scan tool, enter TOOLBOX. Select Body>Security>PATS Functions and follow the IDS (Integrated Diagnostic System) on-screen instructions to enter PATS (Passive Anti-Theft System) security access.
3. From the scan tool menu select "Customer Spare Key Programming Enable" or "Customer Spare Key Programming Disable" and follow the IDS (Integrated Diagnostic System) on-screen instructions.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.