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Re: '98 contour no start,cranks ok security issue?
Posted to Technical Discussion Forum on 8/31/2014

If I recall this correctly... Once you try to start the vehicle with an 'invalid' key the vehicle will not start again until the PATS and PCM are re synchronized.

I'm doubtful it can be fixed without a Ford IDS. However the IDS basically walks the user throu... Login to read more.

 

car Vehicle Data

1998 Ford Contour LX 2.0L

Engine2.0 L
Trans4-speed Automatic (Electronic)

car Vehicle Data

1998 Ford Contour LX 2.0L

Engine2.0 L
Trans4-speed Automatic (Electronic)