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VTD System


Object Number: 464360  Size: FS
HDHIBML, HDHIBMR, ALDL, PCM BATT, IP Fuses
G201 - Steering Column
G201 - Steering Column
Serial Data Class 2 (3 of 3)
Ignition Switch
RR BLO, RRDR MDL, HVAC BLO, STOP LP, IGN SW, and TSIG/HAZ Fuses
Handling ESD Sensitive Parts Notice
CTD Inputs and Outputs
Vehicle Theft Deterrent (VTD) Description
Theft Deterrent System Components
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Circuit Description

The non volatile memory check sum and write error detection is handled inside the theft deterrent module. No external circuits are involved.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The microprocessor runs the program to detect a check sum error after each "power up". This program runs only if the DTCs B1327 and B1328 are not set as current DTCs.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The microprocessor sets this DTC if it can not write to non volatile memory. The DTC is also set if the microprocessor can not run an accurate check sum on the non volatile memory.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • Stores a DTC B2734.
    • If the engine is running, the instrument cluster displays a SERVICE THEFT SYSTEM message. If the engine is not running STARTING DISABLED and REMOVE KEY message is displayed.
    • Security indicator is illuminated.
    • Prevent the engine from starting.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

The DTC clears when the microprocessor runs either a successful check sum test or a successful write to the non volatile memory.

Diagnostic Aids

    • This DTC may be stored as a History DTC with out affecting the operation of the module. If stored only as a History DTC and not retrieved as a current DTC, do not replace the module.
    • If this DTC is retrieved as both a Current and History DTC, replace the module.

Test Description

The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

  1. Be sure that the original ignition key issued with the vehicle is used when performing the Theft Deterrent Diagnostic System Check.

  2. The theft deterrent module must be programmed to the vehicle.

DTC B2734

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Did you perform the Theft Deterrent Diagnostic System Check?

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Go to Step  2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Theft Deterrent

2

  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Turn ON the Ignition with the engine off.

Does the scan tool display the DTC as current?

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Go to Step 3

Go to Diagnostic Aids

3

Replace the theft deterrent module. Refer to Theft Deterrent Module Replacement .

Important: Perform the Auto Learn Procedure for the theft deterrent module.

Refer to Programming Theft Deterrent System Components .

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 4

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4

  1. Use the scan tool in order to clear the DTCs.
  2. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified in the supporting text.

Does the DTC reset?

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Go to Step 2

System OK