Upgrading to PATS

[94v6GT]

how would i go about upgrading to PATS anti-theft system? has this been done? i know the keys are different and i believe the tumbler and a box in the trunk complete the system.
-is this a wiring nightmare?
-am i missing other parts? can i get it all from a junkyard car?
-opinions?
thanks guys

 

[diablostang]

I wish I didn't have PATS.

 

[urban96]

I wish I didn't have PATS.

custom tune




why not get an aftermarket alarm?

 

[diablostang]

custom tune




why not get an aftermarket alarm?

Can the PATS be disabled on a custom tune? Cause I've got an SCT chip, and will be getting it re-burnt here in the next month... I just spent about $500 on my PATS system... ugh

 

[urban96]

as far as i know it can be for 96-98

i know for a fact the 99+ can be so i dont see why not

 

[94v6GT]

i was interested in PATS because it seemed like it would be a cheap way to upgrade if i can pull all the stuff out of a junker. a couple reasons i dont wanna go aftermarket, i dont want a huge key fob, dont want it going off everytime a loud car ,truck, stray pet goes by plus 99% of the features an alarm adds i dont need.
- i dont have a stereo or wheels to jack, i just dont want someone to be able to drive off with it.
-If anybody has upgraded to this, what parts do i need and how long does it take? is it as simple as getting the key and tumbler and the box in the trunk?thanks

 

[SVT32VDOHC]

The PATS system is integrated into the ECM and the dash wiring harness. The column also uses a different key and ignition. I don't know if is would be possible to upgrade. Heavy wiring experience would be necessary!! I would honestly just make a kill switch and hide it in the car. Best thing to do hands down because you can get creative with how you make it disable and enable car to run.

I can't share some of the ways I have integrated some, but they were a real trick...it was more involved than pushing a button or flipping a switch.

 

[94v6GT]

i was hoping it wasnt intergrated into the ECU i've done kill switches before. only thing i dont like is finding a compromise between convienience and effectiveness.
-hide it too well and your buddy/gf/dad/valet cant pull the car around for ya without knowing about it
-make it too simple and its pointless
to me the best part about PATS is the PASSIVE part
oh well