i have an early model 2001 ford explorer sport (not sport trac) and i just replaced the transceiver ring around the ignition. afterwards i put the key in and it started immediatelybut then two seconds later it died and the theft light started blinking rapidly. so i waited and eventually the light showed code 16. so i got my laptop and connected to my explorer using forscan. i retrieved the dtc's and they are
-B2103--no signal detected at PATS module from transceiver (antenna not connected from transceiver)
-P1260--engine disabled by PATS
-B1302--accessory delay relay circuit failure
-B1352--ignition key in circuit fault
i need help in testing and pinpointing the problem
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Hi, my name is Devin. I am an auto repair expert with the Car Genius team here at RepairPal. So sorry to hear you're having trouble with your vehicle.
It looks like you're dealing with a PATS (Passive Anti-Theft System) issue after replacing the transceiver ring. The B2103 code suggests a signal problem between the transceiver and the PATS module, possibly due to a bad connection. Start by double-checking that the transceiver ring is seated correctly and that all wiring and connections are secure. Since P1260 indicates the engine is disabled by the PATS system, resolving the transceiver issue should help with that. The B1302 and B1352 codes may point to accessory circuit issues, but I'd focus on fixing the PATS communication first, as that's likely preventing your Explorer from starting.
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