P1260 — Ford — Theft Detected Engine Disabled

P1260 (Ford): Theft Detected Engine Disabled — what it means, the affected system and what to check before replacing parts.

Meaning, symptoms, causes and checks

Theft Detected Engine Disabled. Source catalogue definition; confirm applicability using vehicle service information.

Affected system: Powertrain

Symptoms

  • Starting inhibited.

Possible causes

  • Unrecognised key.

What to check

  • Scan PATS with compatible equipment.