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

2002 FORD F-150
325,000 MILES • 5.4L • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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TRACHMAN59
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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?
Jul 12, 2024 at 9:50 PM
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STRAILER
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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.
Jul 13, 2024 at 3:15 AM
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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.
Jul 16, 2024 at 7:44 AM
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Nice work! Glad you could get it fixed, thanks for letting us know. Please use 2CarPros anytime we are here to help.
Jul 17, 2024 at 3:17 AM
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