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 MANUALSFORD2012FOCUS L4-2.0LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISACCESSORIES AND OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTANTITHEFT AND ALARM SYSTEMSKEYLESS ENTRYTESTING AND INSPECTIONPASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) - WITH INTELLIGENT ACCESS (IA)KEY PROGRAMMING USING DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENT
2012 Ford Focus L4-2.0L
Key Programming Using Diagnostic Equipment
2012 Ford Focus L4-2.0LSECTION Key Programming Using Diagnostic Equipment
Key Programming Using Diagnostic Equipment
WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure, REFER to Safety Warnings . Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
General Procedure
NOTE: To enter PATS (Passive Anti-Theft System) security access if no programmed IA (Intelligent Access) keys are available, start a vehicle session using a tear tag or PCM (Powertrain Control Module) part number. REFER to Diagnostic Methods Diagnostic Methods. PATS (Passive Anti-Theft System) security access can still be granted even with the ignition off.
1. 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.
2. NOTE: A maximum of 8 keys can be programmed into the vehicle.
From the scan tool menu, select the appropriate key programming procedure and follow the on-screen instructions to program the IA (Intelligent Access) key(s).
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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.