2.14
Vehicle Security
Passive Anti-Theft System
The Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) is a fully automatic engine
immobilizer.
If a vehicle key is lost, a duplicate key can be created and
programmed from the spare key by your Aston Martin Dealer.
Starting the Engine
When the security system is disarmed and the vehicle key is in the
ignition control, the PATS controller sends a signal to the vehicle key.
The vehicle key must respond with a valid code before engine start
will be enabled. If a valid code is received, the ignition system will
operate normally. If the vehicle key code is not received, or is invalid,
engine start stays disabled.
PATS Status
The PATS system state is
shown by the red symbol on
the instrument cluster (A).
Fault Mode
If the status symbol continues flashing when the ignition is set to ON,
the vehicle will stay immobilized.
Should this situation arise try removing and then inserting the vehicle
key back to position ‘II’ in the ignition control. If this is unsuccessful
try the spare key. If successful, get a replacement for the faulty vehicle
key. If problems continue with the vehicle key, consult your
Aston Martin Dealer.
Ignition Action (Valid code)
ON Symbol comes ON for three seconds.
OFF Symbol will flash.
OFF and the vehicle key
removed from the ignition
control
Symbol will flash for five minutes or one minute
after the vehicle is locked using the vehicle key.
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