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Anti theft preventing car from starting

Tiny
KPOORE75
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  • 1994 MERCURY MARQUIS
  • 6 CYL
  • 175,000 MILES
The battery died from lights left on overnight. During recharging I activated the PATS system (passive anti-theft) so that the car will not turn over and start. How do I reset this system so I can start the car.
Monday, August 15th, 2011 AT 9:30 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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You need to have a dealer reset the system. They are the only ones that have the proper test equipment to see what is causing the problem. As far as getting it to start, if you leave the key in the run position for around 10 minutes, it should bypass the security system.
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Monday, September 5th, 2011 AT 4:31 AM
Tiny
MIKEO83
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Battery was dead hooked up the jumping cables anti-theft light came on the key wouldn't even turn to the on position. Locks would not work. Windows would not work only lights came on. How do I turn off the Anti-Theft? Please someone help!
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Saturday, June 13th, 2020 AT 3:28 PM
Tiny
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Mike,

I need you to start a new thread. We are trying to keep them specific to one topic. I hope you understand. Also, please provide specific vehicle info and exactly what is happening.

I hope you understand.

Joe
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Saturday, June 13th, 2020 AT 7:43 PM

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