Anti-theft light
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Anti-theft light
I am looking for some help with my Ford 250 Super Duty, it is a 2008 model. I can't get it to start and the anti-theft light keeps blinking. At least i think it is an anti-theft light, a blinking red lock on the instrument panel. I bought this truck from an auction so I don't have a manual, neither do I have a key set with the push button stuff on it. Just 2 electronic keys.
Someone suggested unhooking the battery overnight, and someone else suggested pressing the valet button. I found a button under the dash, I have no idea if it is the right one.
Any ideas please?
Someone suggested unhooking the battery overnight, and someone else suggested pressing the valet button. I found a button under the dash, I have no idea if it is the right one.
Any ideas please?
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During normal power off condition, that light should "slow" flash. When you try to start, it's supposed to go solid for several seconds then go off signifying a successful PATS key read and approval to start. However, if it goes to a "fast" flash during a starting attempt, that means the key was not read and approved and engine operation has been disabled.
Most likely, you'll need to tow it to a dealer or call out a well-equipped mobile locksmith for repair as there's not much a DIYer can do with the system.
Most likely, you'll need to tow it to a dealer or call out a well-equipped mobile locksmith for repair as there's not much a DIYer can do with the system.
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I am looking for some help with my Ford 250 Super Duty, it is a 2008 model. I can't get it to start and the anti-theft light keeps blinking. At least i think it is an anti-theft light, a blinking red lock on the instrument panel. I bought this truck from an auction so I don't have a manual, neither do I have a key set with the push button stuff on it. Just 2 electronic keys.
Someone suggested unhooking the battery overnight, and someone else suggested pressing the valet button. I found a button under the dash, I have no idea if it is the right one.
Any ideas please?
Someone suggested unhooking the battery overnight, and someone else suggested pressing the valet button. I found a button under the dash, I have no idea if it is the right one.
Any ideas please?
I am having the same issue right now. Truck sat and batteries drained, when I charged it up to start it this problem popped up.
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