Lost the only key, PATS system is there a way to get my system working without having any of the original transponder keys?

TRACHMAN59

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2002 FORD F-150
5.4L
V8
4WD
AUTOMATIC
325,000 MILES

While camping in a remote area I lost my only key for my truck listed above, not realizing I had the PATS System I broke out the key cylinder to try and start it with a screwdriver. I've looked into using a bypass module but I'm leery about the chance of doing more damage. I am pretty sure that I did not damage anything but the key cylinder. I am able to completely remove the key cylinder. If I purchased a new cylinder with programmable keys. Is there a way to get my system working without having any of the original transponder keys?

Saturday, July 13th, 2024 AT 4:50 AM

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KEN L

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Unfortunately, the Ford Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) is quite robust and simply replacing the key cylinder with new keys will not resolve the issue. You can have a mobile locksmith come out to do the job/program the ignition key it should cost about $250.00. Here is how to replace the lock cylinder correctly for both functional and nonfunctional situations. Check out the images (below). Please let us know what happens.

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Saturday, July 13th, 2024 AT 10:15 AM

TRACHMAN59

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Thanks for your advice, Ken, I bought a new ignition lock with 2 keys. Put the ignition on myself then took it to a locksmith to program the keys. Everything worked out great, all for a total of $98.00.

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Tuesday, July 16th, 2024 AT 2:44 PM

KEN L