NGS Mach II User Guide v1.1
PATS Functions
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Setting the Spare Key Switch (PATS II only)
Use this function to control the ability to program additional keys to a vehicle using only the
original programmed keys.
• Make sure to use blank
unprogrammed keys
when reprogramming
• Make sure the vehicle’s battery is fully charged—disconnect NGS Mach II from the vehicle if the
battery needs charging.
Procedure:
1. Cut the number of keys you want to add to
the vehicle (refer to vehicle’s shop manual).
2. Note the module that contains PATS
functionality (refer to vehicle’s shop manual).
4. With NGS Mach II connected to the
vehicle, insert either a cut blank key, or a
programmed key into the ignition.
3. Turn the key to
RUN
—do not crank the engine.
4. At the NGS Mach II main screen, select
the Vehicle, Module, and Action from the
Main menu.
• Select the module that contains the PATS
functionality from the list of modules
(refer to the vehicle’s shop manual).
5. Highlight
GO
and then press
TRIGGER
.
6. Highlight
SERVICE BAY FUNCTIONS
and
then press
TRIGGER
.
7. Highlight the module that contains the
PATS functionality and then press
TRIGGER
.
8. Highlight
PRESELECT FOR PATS
and then
press
TRIGGER
.
9. When prompted, reselect the following
(press
TRIGGER
after each selection):
• SELECT NEW VEHICLE YEAR & MODEL
• Select model year
• Select vehicle and engine
• Confirm selection
10. Highlight
ENTER SECURITY ACCESS
and
then press
TRIGGER
.
Note: For security purposes, there is an eight
to ten minute delay before you gain access.
11. After gaining security access, highlight
one of the following and press
TRIGGER
:
SPARE KEY SWITCH ENABLED
—
additional keys can be added with the use
of the original programmed keys.
SPARE KEY SWITCH DISABLED
—
additional keys cannot be added to the
vehicle without using NGS Mach II.
A message displays at the bottom of the
screen to let you know the process is
complete.
Resetting the Security ID
(Parameter Reset)
Use this procedure for vehicles that store the
PATS information in a module other than the
PCM. Typically, this function is performed after
programming a key.
1. With NGS Mach II still attached to the
vehicle and with security access granted,
HIGHLIGHT
RESET SECURITY ID
and then
press
TRIGGER
.
A message displays at the bottom of the screen
to let you know the process is complete.
