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Trouble code B1601 - 2000 Ford Ranger SuperCab

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B1601, Unprogrammed PATS Key. There is no issue with the PATS key itself, but the key must be programmed into the PATS memory (unless the maximum number of keys are already programmed). You will have to get it programmed by the local lock smith or by nearest ford dealer.The car system is not detecting the key so this error comes up. ----------- This should help.Thanks.Helpmech.

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Hello samuel seibe
The code B1601 indicates that the passive anti theft system(PATS) is picking up a signal from a key that has not been programed to the system. If you have any key chain credit cards or those
grocery store cards with a magnetic strip, or a transponder key to another car on you're key chain.
Any of these can cause a false signal to the PATS. Hope this is helpful.

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