How can I get my car to start with a SecuriLock key?
Unlock the car with the key fob, which should deactivate the system and allow you to start the car with an authorized ignition key. Remove other smart keys and electronic devices (such as those used to quickly purchase gasoline) from your key ring. These can interfere with the ignition key’s signal and cause the SecuriLock system to engage.
How does SecuriLock work on a Ford Focus?
by Alex Smith. All Ford Focus models are equipped with SecuriLock, which is Ford’s passive anti-theft system. Each car is sold with two electronic keys (three if your car has the valet feature) that are specially coded to work with the vehicle. The car will not start without using the proper coded key, partly to deter car thieves.
What should I do if my car alarm wont turn on?
If it’s no longer blinking, turn the key back to the Off position and allow it to set for a minute or two. This gives the system time to reset or you won’t be able to start your car. Step 4: Start the engine. Attempt to start your engine. If it still won’t start, check to make sure the battery hasn’t been drained. Step 5: Repeat the process.
How long does it take to reset SecuriLock system?
Wait for the locks to click after the eighth cycle and press and hold any button on your remote within 30 seconds. Hold the button for up to 30 seconds until the locks automatically click again, and this will indicate successful reprogramming.
If it’s no longer blinking, turn the key back to the Off position and allow it to set for a minute or two. This gives the system time to reset or you won’t be able to start your car. Step 4: Start the engine. Attempt to start your engine. If it still won’t start, check to make sure the battery hasn’t been drained. Step 5: Repeat the process.
How to solve the anti theft system car wont start?
It is another way to solve the problem of anti theft system car wont start. Disconnect the positive terminal of the battery for a minute or two. Reconnect it and make sure that both the anode and cathode terminals are tightly attached. It will reset the computer system and your car is likely to kick off.
What should I do if my car starter won’t crank?
1. When trying to start car, no sound could be heard. Starter wouldn’t even click or turn over. 2. Only on one occation did the starter solenoid made a clicking sound. 1. Replaced starter relay. (Didn’t fix problem). 2. Replaced battery. (Didn’t fix problem). 3. Check the PATS (ignition key anti theft).
Why does my OBDII not start when I crank the engine?
When I try to crank the engine nothing happens. It seems to me like the Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System is not recognizing my key (which is the original key used to start the vehicle for the past several years), or the OBDII doesn’t think the transmission selector is in the Park position and thus locking the engine from starting.