2008-2012 Ford Escape No Start Theft Light Flashing Diagnostic Walkthrough

In this video I go over all the steps needed to check why the pcm is not powering up and hence not allowing the vehicle to start.
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[@georgel8642]

I know this is old but my wife's 2009 escape hybrid was doing this intermittently dying at stops in cold or rainy weather and I found this video after weeks of troubleshooting. Checked both fuse #5 and #29 and found them oxidized, replaced them both and have had no issues in a week.....BOY I WAS SWETTING HAVING TO GET THE PCM REPLACED. Thanks buddy you may have saved me a bunch of money.😁😁

[@nba2krickd842]

Great description, very detailed. What I liked the most is. You can understand to do it yourself. You go slow enough and methodically explain everything to understanding. Keep doing these videos man because you're helping probably a lot ,a lot of people. Thank you

[@markdumais5156]

I had a problem with this system in a buddy's ford. This video was exactly the information I needed to troubleshoot the exact cause. Well done the information in this video was excellently delivered. Keep up the good work.

[@Earwaxfacts]

Your a magician! I allways watch your videos when I have an issue with my truck. This diagnostic/walkthrough also applied to my 2010 f150 (obviously different locations the fueses etc..) but it worked like a charm.... Blown PCM Fuse! THANK YOU!

[@bjezell2830]

Great video. Immediately identified my issue related to fuse PCM. I’ll check fuse 5 & 29.

[@astobaugh]

Thank you for what you guys do! My car just quit in the middle of town and indicated the PCM issues and I watched your video. Fuse 5 was pretty corroded, and I replaced with the spare 10A fuse from the passenger compartment (spot 33) and it did the trick. I have a 2009 Ford Escape.

[@PotatolordII]

Thank you very much, had this issue after coming back from a vacation and was extremely frustrated with it, after looking at the fuses the 10 Amp fuse was blown, so a quick 4 bucks later and she was running again, keep up the good work.

[@joetiller49]

This seems to be my problem with the antitheft light flashing but my fuses are intact, according to AutoZone mechanic testing and I do have an accurate reading on my "mileage to E" reading? Question is: if it is not the entire PCM what else could it be? In advance I thank you for the service you are providing, you by far are the most knowledgeable and easiest to understand, covering all Ford topics.

[@Cherokee10g]

I really appreciate what you are doing for others, your instructions helped me find out why my 2009 Escape would not turn over, you really did! as I concentrated on your instructions about "Grounds" I did as you instructed, my fuses were not blown, PCM checked out OK, Plenty of battery power, so I checked for other grounds before the PCM and guest what, there it was right before my eyes some little animal had got into my engine compartment and chewed right through the 2 ground wires on the back firewall, after finding this it took 15 minuets to fix, and my Escape started like a champ. the ground wires are easy to find because it's located right by the P.C.M. 1 jumper feeding 2 separate grounds, The nice thing about this fix the cost = 0.00 Dollars. Thanks

[@turtlefarm8742]

Did the same but found my hot wires are shorted to ground going to have fun looking for that

[@kiatisakmaldonado1731]

Thank you very much for the trouble shooting steps! Found 3 fuses blown...replaced them and now we are back on the road! 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid!

[@ezekiel3934]

Are you still driving with no issues?

[@kiatisakmaldonado1731]

Yes Ezekiel, no issues still

[@ezekiel3934]

@@kiatisakmaldonado1731 That's great glad 👍you responded. Thank you

[@carlossalgado850]

Do you remember what fuses were they?

[@kiatisakmaldonado1731]

@@carlossalgado850 it's been so long, sorry I don't remember. However you should check the fuses with a volt meter

[@seangilmour2458]

Thanks for the great walk thru, exactly what I was looking for, great presentation, camera work and clarity!

[@GadgetmanKentuckiana]

Thank you Ford Man. INVALUABLE information you gave when you described failure rates of different components and even the causes. Thank you much.

[@tondathomas4072]

Hi Brian, nice video, very clear and easy to follow. I have a 2009 Ford Flex, hoping you can help me get it running again. The battery died when the liftgate remained open all night. My husband replaced the battery but the car still will not crank. Does not turn over at all. Lights all come on and the anti theft icon flashes normally not at hyper speed. I have tried to reset key fobs with online instructions without success. Any ideas or suggestions on what else it could be? Today when I entered the car there were 4 icons illuminated including the battery, the engine, oil and seatbelt. They were lit up even though I had not put key in ignition or attempted to start car. Later they went out but upon entering the car again, they light up and the engine light started blinking for a few seconds then became solid lit.

[@joeniman2428]

hey, thank you so much!! my 2010 mariner shut down while daughter driving. all the symptoms you mentioned in video. after watching, I checked fuses and they looked fine. while waiting to borrow multimeter, I read comments. whoever mentioned corroded fuse port...thank you!! I looked at #5 and there appeared to be charred damage. barely noticeable, but there. I put a new 10 amp fuse in and the car started right up. I'll have to rewatch video to figure out why it blew. my pcm shows some corrosion similar to video, but not as extensive. regardless, this video saved me a lot of time and money. the two things most lacking in my life. btw, I found some replacement pcms on-line for ~$200-$300. I think replacement pcm will have to be programmed to my fobs...

[@tristanhernan2602]

Did you ever get this fixed?

[@russagrusa7024]

Awesome video. Thanks so much. Actaully got fooled on this one. The 10A fuse tested okay but things still didn't work. When I went to take the fuse out it broke apart and one leg stayed stuck in. It seems to me that that fuse is susceptible to corrosion. Took awhile to dig the leg out and clean up the contact but that did it. Thanks again.

[@FD-ls2ej]

Thanks for the helpful video........it helped to start my 2009 Escape and its never run so well!

[@abemaysonet7291]

Exactly what I needed. Thank you very much, sir. Hopefully I’ll have positive results.

[@Corr3camin0s]

Thank you , my Ford Escape Hybrid 2010 with 354000 miles wouldn't start this morning, all the symptoms you show on your video I had. I followed your instructions and the first thing I did was to check the fuses, Fuse 29 was OK but Fuse # 5 was not. I replaced Fuse #5 (10amp) and my Escape was able to start. I plugged in my scanner to check for error codes but it only says lost connection to pcm and no codes are stored. The scanner connects well and it reads the pcm but no error codes. My Escape starts fine and no problems so far, I wonder what causes the fuse to blow out, I think maybe after 8 years and over 300000 miles something had to give. I don't smell electric short where you said to check, so if in case the problem comes back what do you suggest is causing it. Thanks again for your video it saved me from a expensive tow truck to the mechanic and who knows how much more to fix it. I have to say the Escape is an excellent car, I never had hybrid problems nor electric problems, the engine, transmission radiator,evaporator, condenser are still the original parts. I have changed the ABS module and of course axles, control arms, bushings, steering wheel assembly struts, shocks. What can I say I love my escape

[@ethanjones4501]

Quick question, any insight would be super helpful!!! I have an 08 F350, was a 6.4 but I am finishing up a cummins conversion. I hooked the engine harness and batteries back up, and inserted the key and PATS locked down. I realized that I failed to connect the engine harness to the body harness that includes the CAN bus wires. I also failed to reconnect the engine bay fuse box ground back up. I believe my failure to do these two things caused the PATS lock. I have covered all bases and every ground is connected, body harness on driver spring tower is connected properly, trailer control harness all undamaged, etc. When I turn key in ignition, the cluster shows the actual miles as well. Still have the consistent rapid flash security light. I think I am back to normal, but I need to get the PATS unlocked. Is there any way to do this without hauling the truck to a dealership? Thanks!

[@DAWanamaker]

My 08 Escape XLT had this once a couple of months ago, but then it sort of self-corrected when I got it started and let the lights in the cluster, odometer and tachometer cycle on and off several times. Then the vehicle was drivable with no issues for about 7-8 weeks. Then last week, it all happened again and I couldn't get it to self-correct. Since you suggested that about 90% of the time, the problem is a corroded PCM, I decided to order a refurbished unit that comes programmed to my VIN. Once it arrives, I'll still have to have a locksmith reprogram my keys. Hopefully, this will correct the problem.

[@slingwing999]

I had this problem on my Ford Escape. The Dealership did their troubleshooting and said it was the instrument cluster, cost $650. I watched your video 3 times and based on what your troubleshooting showed, I disagreed with Ford. They wouldn't troubleshoot any further until I agreed to replace the instrument cluster. So I took the car to a different shop (not Ford) and they too said it was the instrument cluster, however they agreed to replace the PCM since I was paying for it. They were surprised that the PCM solved the problems. I wanted to say thanks to you for a really excellent video that has been extremely useful and has saved me a lot of cash. Good job.

[@joeroe2839]

slingwing999 how did u program the new pcm?

[@scuzee]

Awesome video 2012 escape shut down while driving same theft blinking fast and all data nulled out. 10amp fuse terminal corroded and fuse blown. Contact cleaner new fuse and started up. Thanks again for the tips !!!!!

[@thenewys2453]

Thanks for the video . I just bought a 2010 escape and was told the cluster needed to be replaced , I was having this exact issue so after seeing your video I did everything you said and it worked my vehicle started . Would my next step be buying a pcm? I already bought a new cluster I just need to get it installed

[@mexicanhitman2004]

I have the same issue but it on a 2003 ford expedition i have checked all the fuses and all of them are good i've disconnected the neg and tried to clean the pcm like you did on the another video and still no luck.

[@Megladon350]

Hey I know this is an old video, but I'm having a similar problem in my daughter's Mariner & I'm wondering what you think.... She has the 4-button Key fob with the attached blade. If the key goes into the ignition with the buttons facing the driver, the theft light flashes & it rarely ever starts. If the key goes in the ignition with the buttons toward the windshield, it starts just fine. I tried to program some new keys with Forscan but that didn't work (maybe because I bought them on amazon instead of a key shop?)

[@themagnet2566]

I got my 2010 Escape to start initially but when I got over 30 km an hour it hitched and lost power. eventually I was able to get it started again and the same thing happened the third time after about a half an hour I was able to get it started again and I drove it at 20 km an hour back to the mechanics and it was fine at that speed, what do you make of that?

[@AG-jh8lh]

Thanks alot for your very precise information! I hope u can help me with finding the turn flasher relay on 2012 Ford escape 2 wheel drive 4 cylinder. Thanks again.

[@laughalittlemore2]

I have a 2009 Ford Taurus X. The anti-theft light is flashing slowly (like it was in the beginning of the video). I pulled the ignition fuse (because that's what I saw online in forums before I came to youtube) but it looks in tact. If the light is flashing slowly would it still be the PCM? Also, is this common to go w/o warning? I went to the car wash 3/11 and on 3/15 it didn't start (maybe it means nothing). Under the hood is pretty clean as well...I don't see any corrosion.Thanks in advance for your help and the great video!

[@kellynason1138]

I recently had to replace the pcm on my 2010 escape..had to have dealer reprogram for pats communication. but now the factory radio wont work from the dash, the steering wheel controls work,but not well and can hear it..what do you think caused this ??

[@kabengeyusuf629]

Thumbs up for u dude. Nice work

[@skywoulflockmiller6367]

different concern, similar problem my starter relay in the under hood junction box is not getting a signal to energize the coil. everything from the battery to the relay socket is in a known good condition, bypass the relay and starter cranks every time. only thing left in the circuit is the "starter relay diode" and PCM signal. i dont have a decent wiring chart for this side of the circuit. the info you have given for testing the PCM relay socket i am going to check next (new to me info) but i have no location or pin out info for the PCM signal to the starter relay. please help!

[@joewoodring9243]

Have you any knowedge on the 2007 mkx dash lights flashing acts like a relay but ive checked them all .dash warning lights flashing guagea go crazy

[@andresemiliovicentti2924]

Hi Thanks for this great video!I found out that many people are having this issue even in Canada was taking to the courts and seems that the water from the winshield area is making the ECM corroded

[@ghaygood0]

Good info on all videos. Have a 09 escape hybrid just bought. Sat for 2-3 months. Will not crank and no start. Changed battery everything comes on but no crank and no start. Around rear battery lots of oxidation dust caked and hard 1/8" thick everywhere. Was told it was driven there but can't be verified. It should crank and start, if told the truth? Next step? Only 55,000 miles hard to diagnose. May have to order hybrid battery replacement if necessary. Best way to check back battery for beginner.

[@laythfadhil2405]

Hello, I have a 2010 Ford E250 Cargo Van with 4.6 L that has intermittent issue where the security light flashes and van wont start ( crank) and No communication with ECM and stored code U0100 ( no communication with ECM ) in other modules. and shometimes when you turn the key on and the security light come on and go off then you know the van will start. Please I need help with this issue and your input is greatly appreciated

[@monsterpwner97]

Any idea on why those bottom two connectors in the plug for the pcm would not have power on a 2012 mustang? I followed this same procedure and all other pins tested working including the relay for the pcm. But still no power to those two pins even with a jumper. Any idea where to look. Car has a no start no crank and pats light is flashing fast. Was in a accident but went through it before hand just can’t get it to get a communication signal from the pcm to the cluster or obd2 port. They are pins 67-68 on the plug closet to front end.

[@abdouliejallow7642]

is a good idea to check a +5v reference to the injectors to confirm if the pcm is signal?

[@heribertoalarcon2420]

2005 ford escape v6 3.0 all started with a misfire, replaced PCM, aftermarket coil pack and sparkplugs. And now sometimes anti theft light flashes and it won't turn on and if it does drives for 10 or 15 minutes and then the overdrive light will be flashing and the transmission will not shift or shift very hard at high rpms. Do you think that the after market coils are causing all this trouble?

[@joeniman2428]

So, there was just a little Charing on the fuse connector for number five. In my comment below I mentioned how I put a new fuse in snd the car started up. But, the old fuse did not look bad. Any ideas? Car is running fine now, but just worried about my daughter driving it and having same thing happen. Of course, I have a couple of extra fuses in the glove box now.

[@paulguzman9858]

I have a 2008 F250 XLT I’m experiencing the same problems fuses are good. What are the powers and grounds I should see at the PCM connector?

[@ajhillenbrand7817]

If the PCM goes bad, can it draw power from the battery over night in a ~7 hour time frame enough to drain all the power from the battery and unlock the driver's side door?

[@eddiewilson2197]

The main power going out to the PCM under the relay should it be hot because I'm not getting anything on a 2009 Escape Hybrid thanks

[@Mat-Man7155]

Damn good video damn good video nobody else explained it as well as you did I have an 08 Ford escape power's up but won't start the security light comes on when you put the key in to the on position and then it goes out still won't start I'll check my PCM modular and the plugins and like you explained make sure I got enough juice going to the PCM to activate everything else but like I said damn good video you explained it very well thank you

[@Omar-qb1gv]

I am getting the exact same blinking light (red light with a car and a lock) but my car radio, lights etc work but it won't start, it make a weird noise, then lights start blinking, it is a 2013 expedition? Would I need to use the same method?

[@hockdrew]

@FordTechMakuloco I have a 2008 Escape Hybrid with 2 keys/fobs. Recently one of the two keys stopped turning the engine on. The Theft Light flashes but the fob features all still work. I called my dealership and they said I have to bring it in to have a mechanic look and it will probably be $200+. Because one key still works, is there something I can try to fix the issue with the other key?

[@Billyboy194100]

Thank you for this video. It was definitely helpful.

[@timfronimos459]

Would a PCM affect your acceleration off a red light or stop sign? Could just be transmission fluid? I have a 2009 Ford Escape

[@ryanmanuel1763]

Hey man love your videos got a question. I had a pcm go bad in my 2011 f150. Got a used pcm and the key for that pcm done the transponder swap and my truck still won't start..... can u help?

[@juanhernandez1238215]

Hi there man thanks for ur very helpful videos, and I have a question, I have a 08 Ford Edge that I replaced the heater core so I had to remove the entire dashboard off the vehicle and I disconnected the battery and stayed like that for a night then the next day put everything back together and now the vehicle it's doing exactly like u showing in this video that u showed it only clicks the starter relay but won't engage the starter at all I have a good starter and juicy battery but also I noticed that the security light it's staying on even when the key is in the ignition switch on it won't go away so what do u think it happened here , can u advice me please if u don't mind ,

[@ezekiel3934]

One year ago no answer our friend making the videos is so busy 😪

[@notasolution]

I have a 2008 escape hybrid that just crapped out on me this morning. I unlocked it to put my stuff in it, unlocked fine, and when I went to turn it on, it wouldn't start, I tried the lock button and that no longer worked either. We tried to jump it from the flatbed tow truck and still nothing. Does it sound like it has the same issue to you or something else? Thanks for the help bro

[@blairobrien2405]

Same issue with my 2011 escape 6cyl.Fuse 29 and 5 blown. When i test 5 pin in on right i can hear relay click and low power on test light. Please advise to posible cause/ correction. Replaced the pcm 11/2 yrs ago with used and reprogrammed.

[@kidstube1916]

Great video this is exactly what I was goin thru thanks so much I got as far as the 10 amp fuse an found my problem cheers

[@Lightningmicro]

Will the powers and grounds be the same on a 08 f150 5.4? The pcm looks about the same.

[@fordjunky]

Im getting a PATS code 15 with 1 key & a PATS code 16 on the other key. Everything tests good going by the video. If I remove the center plug off the "Steering: Electric power assist system" I can the get the starter to engage & the engine will run for about 3 seconds every time i try to start the engine (I think PATS is stopping the injectors). I can keep the engine running on starting fluid. Neither method notices any input from the throttle/gas peddle. Any thoughts/incite????????????????

[@Thatsmessedupman]

How do you test the pins? Is the positive leaf going in the pin and then are you putting the ground lead on the chassis?

[@duydo2483]

Hey ford tech thanks buddy your video very detail but can i test the pin and fuse with one sided test light because with the test lighf if i put the end of test light to the negative of battery those pin will work and some dont and if i reverse the end of the test light to the positive all the pin was not working now works so am i testing it correct?

[@JonathanRinny]

mine doesn't have this issue but what can i do not to help prevent it?

[@serg123ify]

can you tell how to disable service/valet on 2011 escape ? thanks

[@stevenjimenez19]

Hey I’m having a problem i have a 03 Ford F-150 single cab with a cluster that doesn’t have the rpm reader so I went to the junkyard and purchased a cluster with a rpm reader from a 99 Ford F-150 and when I plugged everything in the theft light I flashing rapidly and the truck just cranks over but no start then when I plug in the cluster that was on my truck before it starts up no problem but I really want the rpm reader so if u can please help me I really appreciate it

[@tr6792]

Will it work on Ford Escape 2005? Theft light is blinking but it can start and I got a new key and reprogrammed it but theft light is still blinking. Thanks

[@erikk576]

@fordtechmakuloco Does cleaning the corrosion off the PCM resolve the issue? Having the exact same problem. I may have missed it in the video since I don't know too much about engines but wasn't sure how to ultimately resolve the issue! thank you!

[@ricardomontez2298]

Erik K i think the corrosion outside is signaling issues inside on the circuit board which is ultimately the shorting issue blowing the fuses

[@rosemarydalton3043]

I accidentally washed a load of clothes with the key with fob to a 2008 Ford Escape. Now the car will not crank and the security light is on in the dashboard. It was easy to open the fob to get to the battery. We replaced the battery in the fob but the key with fob does not crank the car. Do you have a recommendation? I was not able to open the fob beyond the battery area. The fob seems to have a section glued.

[@justinsass3320]

@FordTechMakuloco 2009 escape, ive gone thru you video multiple times just to be sure ive gone step by step. Ive done everything the way you broke it down, i have power and ground to the pins and also when i bypass the relay. PATS IS FAST FLASHING qhen key is turned to forward position. Im unable to get any communication with pcm via DLC. i have 12.8v at pin 16 and 2.5v at each CAN. I dont want to just replace the pcm and have the same issue, any direction would be appreciated. Thank you

[@user-hw3ct4xr3i]

Do you think the pcm connectors would be way different for a 07 I’m having issues we have change out the starter we have no start but one click and we have the antilock but it flashes slowly

[@mikesim1882]

Hi, I have a 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac..it has no crank no start, I just bought a new ECM for it... wondering if you might have an idea why it won't start..any suggestions appreciated

[@yokamolamichauxshowman6573]

Hi Sir,is my 09 ford escape doesn't start up can you do a video how to test up wiring between PCM and FPDM

[@TheVirtualTim]

Thanks for making these videos! I'm having this issue with my '09 Ford Escape Hybrid. But the problem is intermittent -- and it will eventually start if I retry a few times. But I've also had the lights on the instrument cluster reset (as though the vehicle was just started) while driving down the road. Given the intermittent nature, I'm thinking it's more likely a "weak" connection than anything being blown.

[@ncc1701chris]

hi.I'm having the same issue with my 09 escape. did you ever find out what caused it??

[@Marty-jd9fr]

Hi Tim. I tried contacting you through your You Tube page to no avail. My wife has a 2009 Escape that is flashing the security lock rapidly when we try to start the vehicle, and all it will do is click once and do nothing else. could you tell me what the final diagnosis was on your vehicle so that I can try and fix ours please. Thank You for your time.

[@TheVirtualTim]

After checking all of the things I could easily test myself, I took it to the dealer and it turned out to have a failing PCM. They replaced the module and it's been great ever since.

[@Marty-jd9fr]

Tim. Thank You for getting back to me so quickly. I was wondering if anyone would. I don't know if You were able to read my original post, but if so does this sound about the same? Like yourself, I was able to get it to start after disconnecting battery cables, etc, and it ran for 2 days then when I came out of the grocery store it was back to flashing the security light and a click in the front but not start. That's where I'm at now. Please advise, and thank you again for responding. Have an excellent day.

[@TheVirtualTim]

My ability to troubleshoot was limited to what I would have been able to repair myself. After watching Brian's video, I checked all the fuses and connections he advised checking... but they were all fine. That left the PCM as being very high on the the list of remaining suspects. I knew that if it was the PCM I wouldn't be able to 'repair' that myself. That's when I made the decision to take it the dealer (and in my case, I'm glad I did because the solution was ultimately something that would have needed to go through the dealer anyway.)

[@GinaBCJ]

I have a question. My sons ignition switch went out. We replaced it and now the car does nothing. The battery is good. The key turns but the only light is the over head and the anti theft light and suggestions

[@adventurehard617]

What are other issue it could be. I have the same problem with my 2008 Ford escape. It seems to happen only first thing in the morning when it's cold the km till empty is showing up on mine. Can yeah give any suggestions?

[@raymondjohn3396]

Good video! I have checked & replaced some of the relays and fuse to be on safe side. Plus when I checked the PCM module it was very dirty just like you show on the video. And I went to my local ford motor company parts and they told me I have to order PCM module on O'Reilly because they told me they don't carry older PCM module for older vehicles like 2009 I have. So a replacement PCM module came in 2 months ago. Sometimes I do 50/50 parts replaced by my self or by the dealer. Does Crankshaft position sensor have anything to do with not crank or start, I know everything is power by PCM from the battery.

[@cindyleclair3275]

Very good question!! Will wait for the answer.

[@snowblind5151]

Thank you for your videos man.I tried doing the throttle plate test on my 2007 Escape and I heard nothing. I have a crank no start ,spark after changing my coils out with aftermarket ones.. If you can give me your input I would appreciate it.

[@amandalederman3516]

Same car year and problem I changed the starter thinking it was that but still nothing. Did you find out what the problem was with your car

[@edlopez2306]

2009 Ford Escape Hybrid...my symptoms were exactly this ,no start intermittently,while driving dashlight cluster would turn on and shut off randomly....checked the negative battery terminal connection to the body. I grinded the point of contact to take all the paint off and made contact points shiny metal....problem solved! THANK YOU!

[@wheeliedoinit2637]

for the guy in video to correct the pcm issue try giving the ground lead from battery to body ground a better contact ive had many pcm car issues from diferent models n makes and 90% of them lacked good strong connections and then pcm and bcm etc usually fixem selfs and the 10% i used obs readers give better code readouts to target the real issues hope that gives you more accurate help me diy videos on next reviews cheers

[@edlopez2306]

Thank you for that! That was my issue exactly .poor neg battery terminal contact with the body.

[@pedrocarr9246]

They don’t make them like they use to …

[@bruceturner3976]

Hello, and thank you for the video. Question I have a Ford Focus manufactured in 2007.... should I be concerned with this identical No Start Theft Light Flashing... I just replaced the battery, after purchase of the vehicle four month ago. Mileage: 100124; Thanks again!

[@ezekiel3934]

After a new hey 👋there did you fine a answer to your problem pls share. Wish I had the answer to your question

[@user-iu4py1id3w]

Great information . Greatly appreciated . 08 Mercury mariner issue .

[@karzygijose]

what about for a 2010 ford escape xlt not cranking when the temperature outside is higher than 90 degrees?

[@MRRISK500]

Great video. I have a Ford Escape 2007, that is doing the same thing you show in the video, but it does it intermittently. Does it sound like a need a new PCM?

[@BigSooN]

I have a 2009 Ford Flex with a no crank/no start pats/security light flashing. Are the PCM pins I have to check the same on this model? HELP!!!! Thanks.

[@CHEEKYMONKEY1618]

Hi would you consider a job in the UK? I've a dead F350 with the Powerstroke diesel and it's done exactly the same thing. No signal from the pcm I'm told. I've been told it may never run again !!! is this true ? can you help ? would you help?

[@illuminateBeats1]

How do you fix a 97 Ford Expedition cranking no start theft light flashing after the ignition has been replaced due to the original key being lost can the p.a.t.s System Be replaced to work with a different key

[@mattfraser3240]

Thanks brother you are a legend

[@CjBrown313]

i have a ford escape 2004 anti theft on just brought it from an auction... will this help me???

[@NewmanGT7]

Thank you so much! This video saved me a tow and and $$ repair. The 10a fuse on my 2009 was corroded, changed the fuse and it worked! Keep up the great videos!

[@ezekiel3934]

Is it still running with no issues would like your feedback thanks 👍you

[@NewmanGT7]

@@ezekiel3934 - still running with no issues🤞

[@ezekiel3934]

@@NewmanGT7 thanks for the feedback highly appreciated

[@maxgolfer9260]

The anti-theft light is blinking like you said. However, everything else seems to be connected and working correctly on the dash. It seems like everything is communicating. It shows all the mileage and everything else in the menu. Any suggestions?

[@hueyjagodzinski108]

hey bud i have a 2007 AWD escape non hybrid 4 cyl. I have the same issue but the only way i can start it is when i play with the wires. I kno its a bad connection in one of the wires but for the life of me i cant find out which one.... any help?

[@hovik1996]

2008 has a different plug are they the same wiring order ?

[@brianthorpe6750]

I have a 2010 Tribute that does this, also while driving, the cluster stops working, all lights come on and all gauges drop to zero. To correct both I tap on top of the dash, I don't have to hit it hard, just a firm tap. Would that still be PCM or something loose at the cluster?

[@mohamedalmulaiki7903]

Brian Thorpe I have the same issue but by tapping it lightly they go back to normal did you ever figure out what the issue is?

[@amirsalazar1108]

does this work on ford escape 2002 anti theft palfunction pats

[@Marty-jd9fr]

Hello. I've watched your video and tried everything you suggested including the jump wire. I heard the "throttle" kick on as you said when I plugged in the pcm. However, I still have the issue of the security lock light flashing rapidly when I try to start the vehicle. The miles to empty is calculating correctly. When I turn the key fully to attempt to start the 2009 Escape, all it does is click loud enough for me to hear it inside the truck. Just a simple click. Sounds like its coming from the area of where the pcm is in the firewall, but I could be wrong. Please....any help or suggestions?? Don't have a lot of $$ to work with. I appreciate Your help. Thank You so very much.

[@jonz7600]

Martin Yost I had the same issue on a 2008 fusion 3.0, I switched to my spare key (which was never used) and a new key fob battery. Now it works..

[@kristinamcdonald7677]

i have the same problem with my 09

[@PapaEdy]

Found the 15 Amp fuse was corroded and making intermittent connections, and when I pulled it out 1 leg broke off. Grabbed a spare from the console fusebox and popped that in. Fixed!

[@Fraggle19711]

Hey I have a 1999 ford ranger that is driven me insane.had a issue with the wiring harness and when I would start the truck it would run then when you put it in gear it would choke the engine out. Found bear wires that I think burned up pcm. Replaced pcm program the new pcm and keys still no start please any help would be appreciated

[@davenicholls8518]

I'm having a slightly different problem with my 2010 ford fusion, the security light is flashing just like the start of this video but the data all fills out correctly with numbers. The starter clicks really quickly when I try and turn it over.

[@avocadomegs4189]

08 escape limited- flashing anti theft light but it’s still showing the mileage numbers on dash. Does that mean the PCM can be ruled out then?

[@georgioocean7629]

Do you have any videos on the Ford Pats system 96 Mustangs anti-theft light on

[@FordTechMakuloco]

no but I can tell you the PATS transceiver that wraps around the ignition lock cylinder is a common failure.

[@solucionesautomotricescmd5216]

Excellent video, only information necessary

[@andresemiliovicentti2924]

Any suggestion im not sure if I should change the pcm beacuse the problem is when is raining or you get the car wet I can see water hitting the PCM and looks like is getting wet

[@JoseGarcia-uf4xt]

I have the same problem with a 2008 ford E350 and all the fuses are good, and pcm relay too.

[@peterjoseph4843]

My Ford escape cluster pin broken so vehicle any methods for starting without cluster?

[@johnbreland8412]

I have the same problem with my 1999 ford expedition, constant theft light flashing. Do you know the steps to take to check on this familiar problem on the expo?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+John Breland First check the pcm diode and pcm relay inputs and outputs at the battery junction block.

[@TheRealAndy87]

FordTechMakuloco I'm having the same issue with my 2000 explorer. Do you have a video showing how to check the pcm on older models?

[@jeremymcirvinmcirvin4994]

I need some information on the steps and procedures of replacing a pcm in a 2009 ford escape... I've put the new one in that already has the vin programmed to it.