Remote Function Actuator (RFA) Module Programming

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Ford Fiesta. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

If it is necessary to replace the RFA module, the replacement module must be programmed. Carry out the following scan tool functions if an RFA module is installed new:

NOTE: All of the following scan tool functions must be completed before the vehicle will start.

Programmable Module Installation (PMI) - This process configures the new module with specific vehicle information. Refer to Programmable Module Installation (PMI) in MODULE CONFIGURATION .
PATS Parameter Reset - This process initiates an exchange of information between the RFA module and the PCM specific to the anti-theft/engine immobilizer feature. Carry out a PATS parameter reset when either the RFA module or the PCM is installed new. For additional information, refer to Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) Parameter Reset-Intelligent Access (IA) in ANTI-THEFT - PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) .
IA Key Programming - This process programs the IA keys to the RFA module. If the RFA module is installed new, 2 IA keys will have to be programmed before the vehicle will start. For additional information, refer to Key Programming Using Diagnostic Equipment-Intelligent Access (IA) in ANTI-THEFT - PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) .