Anti-Theft - Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS)
Anti-Theft
Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS)
The Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) consists of the following components:
- Anti-theft indicator
- Intelligent Access (IA) key
- Front console passive start antenna (located in the front of the floor console)
- Rear console passive start antenna (located in the rear/bottom of the floor console)
- Rear seat passive start antenna (located under the middle of the rear seat cushion, attached to the floor pan)
- Backup transceiver (located to the right of the glove compartment, bolted to the RH lower instrument panel finish panel [glove compartment liner])
- Remote Functions Receiver (RFR) module (located above the headliner, near the driver side sun visor area)
- Remote Function Actuator (RFA) module (located behind the glove compartment)
- PCM
The IA (Intelligent Access) PATS (Passive Anti-Theft System) prevents the ignition from transitioning out of the off mode unless a programmed IA (Intelligent Access) key is detected inside the vehicle. If no programmed key is detected inside the vehicle when the START/STOP switch is pressed, NO KEY DETECTED is displayed in the message center. PATS (Passive Anti-Theft System) cannot turn the ignition off or disable an already running engine.
Intelligent Access (IA) Key
The vehicle is equipped with 2 IA (Intelligent Access) PATS (Passive Anti-Theft System) keys (Rotunda numbers are 164-R7030 for the mechanical key blade and 164-R7028 for the IA (Intelligent Access) key, less the mechanical key blade). The IA (Intelligent Access) key and mechanical key blade cannot be purchased together as a single unit. The IA (Intelligent Access) keys operate as an electronic PATS (Passive Anti-Theft System) key (there is no conventional key shank) and contain a transponder that allows the customer to access and start the vehicle without using a standard key. The IA (Intelligent Access) key must be located somewhere in the vehicle for vehicle starting. A maximum of 4 IA (Intelligent Access) keys can be programmed to operate the vehicle. If more than 4 IA (Intelligent Access) keys are attempted to be programmed, the additional IA (Intelligent Access) key(s) cannot function in any way.
The IA (Intelligent Access) key requires a battery to operate the RKE (Remote Keyless Entry) and passive start functions. If the IA (Intelligent Access) key battery fails or is low on charge, the IA (Intelligent Access) key cannot be used to start the vehicle unless it is placed in the backup transceiver slot.
The PATS (Passive Anti-Theft System) function is controlled by the RFA (Remote Function Actuator) module. PATS (Passive Anti-Theft System) uses the RFA (Remote Function Actuator) module to carry out all of the PATS (Passive Anti-Theft System) functions such as receiving the identification code from the IA (Intelligent Access) key, sending a signal to the PCM to control the starter and fuel injectors enable, and initiating the key interrogation sequence when the start/stop switch is pressed.
PATS (Passive Anti-Theft System) is active only for a few seconds when the vehicle is starting. It is not a PATS (Passive Anti-Theft System) concern if the vehicle stalls after it has been running for a minimum of 3 seconds. PATS (Passive Anti-Theft System) cannot disable a running vehicle.
Backup Starting
The backup transceiver and its associated backup transceiver slot are located in the glove compartment. This slot allows the IA (Intelligent Access) key to be placed in close proximity to the backup transceiver for starting purposes. If the vehicle does not start normally, place the IA (Intelligent Access) key in the backup transceiver slot and attempt to start the vehicle. Make sure the transmitter buttons are facing rearward and that the key ring is in the up position for the most efficient backup transceiver operation.
It is not recommended to leave the IA (Intelligent Access) key in the backup transceiver slot as this decreases the security of the system.
Intelligent Access (IA) with Push Button Start Ignition Modes
The IA (Intelligent Access) feature does not require a conventional key to enter or start the vehicle. Once inside the vehicle, the operator activates one of the ignition modes using the brake pedal and the push button start (START/STOP) switch. The ignition modes and how they are achieved appear below.
Intelligent Access (IA) with Push Button Start Ignition Modes
MyKey(TM) Feature
The MyKey(TM) feature allows a restricted driving mode to be programmed into one (or more) key(s) supplied with the vehicle or into any (PATS (Passive Anti-Theft System)) programmed spare key(s) to promote good driving habits. The MyKey(TM) is a restricted key for all consecutive key cycles until the MyKey(TM) restricted key is cleared. The remaining key(s) is referred to as an "administrator key" or admin key. There must always be at least one admin key. The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) does not allow the last admin key to be programmed into a MyKey(TM) restricted key. Both the admin key and the MyKey(TM) can be used to see how many admin keys and MyKey(TM) restricted keys are programmed to the vehicle, and how many total miles have been driven with the MyKey(TM) restricted key active.
When the MyKey(TM) feature is programmed, several features are modified including:
Standard Restricted Features
- NOTE: The standard restricted features below cannot be configured in any way.
Belt-Minder(R) chimes periodically with the audio system muted until the driver safety belt is buckled. If Belt-Minder(R) has been disabled when the admin key is in the ignition lock cylinder, Belt-Minder(R) still functions for the MyKey(TM) driver. Belt-Minder(R) cannot be disabled by the MyKey(TM) driver.
- Audible and visual low fuel warnings are issued when the programmed Distance To Empty (DTE) value is reached (typically 75 miles).
- The parking aid system (if equipped), Blind Spot Information System (BLIS(R)) with cross traffic alert (if equipped), and forward collision warning (if equipped) cannot be turned off.
Optional Restricted Features
- NOTE: The optional restricted features below can be configured to the customer preferences.
The volume of the audio system can be programmed to limit the volume to 45% of the maximum volume.
- Vehicle speed can be programmed to be limited to 130 km/h (80 mph). Audible and visual warnings are issued when the vehicle speed of 130 km/h (80 mph) is attained.
- Audible and visual warnings are issued when the preselected vehicle speed of 75, 90 or 105 km/h (45, 55 or 65 mph) is attained.
- The AdvanceTrac(R) always on feature can be configured on or off. If configured to always on, at this time the traction control cannot be disabled by the MyKey(TM) driver.
Refer to Information and Message Center in the Description and Operation portion of Instrument Panel, Gauges and Warning Indicators for all of the MyKey(TM) system checks and system warning displays.
Refer to MyKey(R) Programming or to the Owner's Literature for MyKey(TM) programming information.
Check MyKey(TM) System Status
The vehicle system check provides the status of the following MyKey(TM) parameters:
- MYKEY DISTANCE- This odometer only tracks mileage when a MyKey(TM) is used. If mileage does not accumulate, the intended MyKey(TM) is not being used. The only way to reset this odometer to zero is by clearing the MyKey(TM). If this odometer is lower than the last time it was checked, the MyKey(TM) system has been cleared.
- MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED- Indicates how many MyKeys(TM) are programmed to the vehicle. It can also be used to determine if a MyKey(TM) has been cleared.
- ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED- Indicates how many admin keys are programmed to the vehicle. It can also be used to determine if an additional spare key has been programmed to the vehicle.
Refer to the Owner's Literature for information on accessing the MyKey system status in the message center.
Using MyKey(TM) with Aftermarket Remote Start System
When using an aftermarket remote start system, the default settings recognize the remote start system as an additional admin key. If the remote start system has not been programmed as a MyKey(TM) and the driver is a MyKey(TM) driver, the driver could drive the vehicle using the remote start system as an admin key with no MyKey(TM) restrictions. If requested by the customer to resolve this concern, the aftermarket remote start system needs to be programmed as a MyKey(TM). For information on programming the aftermarket remote start system as a MyKey(TM), refer to MyKey(R) Programming .