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Old Sep 16, 2009 | 08:45 PM
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Hey Ford Mechanics...

I have a 1998 Ford Contour, V6 2.5 having problems with (PATS) I have already researched, and have had my key reprogamed 3 times but still has not solved the problem, I only have one key, I understand it could be the PCM. Whats my next step, Can I do anything without having to pay the dealership?
 
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Old Sep 16, 2009 | 10:41 PM
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1998 Ford (PATS) not responding

I have a 1998 ford contour 2.5 v6 My passive anti theft system (PATS) is FN bulls--t. I cant start my car!!! Ive had my only key reprogrammed 3 times by a qualified locksmith for ($75). And it still didn't work. Ive been told i need a high end scan.What does that mean? Is that something i can only get at the dealership.can i bypass the dam thing or what.please HELP!! What can i do?
 
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Old Sep 17, 2009 | 02:11 PM
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Got AAA? Tow to the dealer, get if fixed, put it on CL.

Stand by, there are people on the sight who actually know what to do, one may be by here, and this will bump your post to the top.

Sorry for you troubles, I feel you pain.
 
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Old Sep 17, 2009 | 08:52 PM
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A really good independent shop can fix this, too. I know of one that has fixed a couple of these type problems.
 
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Old Sep 19, 2009 | 06:49 AM
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Transponder chip sensor loop in the column. It has probably failed.
 
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