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Forum: 4.0 SOHC / 4.0 OHV Tech 05-10-2013, 05:13 PM
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Posted By k8smate
Unhappy Knock sensor

I am on the island of Roatan off the north coast of Honduras and have a parts problem.

My 2003 XLT 4.0L overheated due to a blown head gasket. They have all the parts to fix the engine except a...
Forum: Electrical Tech 10-15-2012, 07:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,834
Posted By k8smate
Re: PATS problem

I have tried three keys that were known to work previously. Two of them were in a drawer for safe keeping, so not damaged. I get the same PATS code 12 (no data) with all three keys, so I am pretty...
Forum: Electrical Tech 10-15-2012, 04:33 PM
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Posted By k8smate
Re: PATS problem

We tried subbing a known good battery with no effect. The local mechanic, who is not qualified in auto electronics, suggested leaving the battery disconnected overnight. I have it on a charger to...
Forum: Electrical Tech 10-15-2012, 11:25 AM
Replies: 4
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Posted By k8smate
PATS problem

Suddenly the PATS "THEFT" light indicates my keys are not recognized. :mad:

I have 4 keys, all known to be working previously. None of the 3 I have on hand work. The truck started fine just a...
Forum: 4-Cylinder Tech 10-10-2012, 06:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 984
Posted By k8smate
Re: Truck stolen the cause of rejected obd?

I'd bet the start system was wired wrong in a way that removes all power from the electrical system until you hit the start button. If power is removed from the computer for even a few seconds the...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 01-18-2012, 10:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,442
Posted By k8smate
Re: Programmer for PATS key

This is a PATS 2 system. The owner's manual and everything I read in the forums here say if I have only one key, then you MUST have the programmer to add a key.

Since I only have one key, that is...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 01-18-2012, 10:13 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 630
Posted By k8smate
Alarm system recommendation 2003

I'm would appreciate some advice on a good alarm system for my 2003 Ranger - 4WD supercab model. This one does not have remote door locks and I am mentioning in case that would affect the alarm...
Forum: General Ford Ranger Discussion 01-18-2012, 09:52 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,442
Posted By k8smate
Thumbs down Programmer for PATS key

I have a 2003 Ford Ranger I just bought used on the Island of Roatan Honduras. The seller had only one key and I understand that I would need two working keys to program additional keys myself. I am...
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