2003 Ford Explorer PATS Anti Theft Problem

I have 2003 Ford Explorer in which this truck will not start and anti theft light blinks rapidly then slows down to show a code where it blinks twice with a pause then twice again. I believe the code is 22 which says no pcm id stored within pats module. I had a locksmith come out to program a new in which it wouldnt learn a new key. I'm thinking of buying a new pcm already flashed to my vin number, however will i need to do anything with the pats module? I also replaced the transceiver at the ignition which did nothing.

I've been told that unplugging the battery for 15 minutes may reset the module. It will also wipe out your radio - requiring its code as well.

a good resource http://www.explorerforum.com

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