B1601 LINCOLN – PATS Received Incorrect Key-Code From Ignition Key Transponder

B1601 LINCOLN Possible Symptoms

Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light),Engine no start situation

B1601 LINCOLN Possible Causes

Faulty Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) key,Faulty Powertrain Control Module (PCM)

B1601 LINCOLN Description

During each vehicle start sequence, the transceiver reads the Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) key identification code and circuit send the data to the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).