Remote Start Not Working - Possible PATS Issue

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Feb 10, 2017 | 10:57 AM

F150F350

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Remote Start Not Working - Possible PATS Issue

Hi Everyone, I apologize as this is my first post and may be a little unorthodox. I have had my 04 F150 Lariat parked for the majority of 6 months of the winter. After the long break the remote start has stopped working. I first believed the issue was in the door sill wiring as the door sensors and the radio wouldn't shut off, but i repaired that wire in the door sill. When prompted on the remote, the truck turns on, turns on the lights and dash (no cranking) 3 times and then shuts off. No honks, but the theft light flashes fast when it tries to start the truck - it does not give a flashing code after. I get the code B1600 - No pats key detected. Please help, its cold and i miss my remote start!

Feb 10, 2017 | 02:16 PM

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Sounds like an immobilizer issue. Try and locate it to see what brand it is. It should be located under the steering column cover. You may have to reprogram/relearn the keys to it.

Feb 10, 2017 | 03:23 PM

F150F350

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Thanks for the reply. I agree with an immobilizer issue, although the truck starts fine without it. If i try to start the truck using the remote, and put the key touching the ignition it will start. I have tried reprogramming the key and fob and nothing seems to change. Any ideas on how to proceed with a repair would be greatly appreciated.