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Circuit Description

Theft Deterrent (VTD) Module performs an internal test to determine if a valid key is present every 300 milliseconds. If the test determines that a invalid key is present the VTD module will indicate a invalid coded key is current.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

At the beginning of the ignition cycle the VTD module detects a invalid coded key.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • Stores a DTC B2960 in the VTD module memory.
    • Security indicator is illuminated.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • The VTD module detects a valid coded key.
    • Use the On-Boards clearing DTCs feature.
    • Use a scan tool.

Diagnostic Aids

Check all vehicle ignition keys and inspect the invalid key(s) for damage.

Test Description

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

  1. Perform the Theft Deterrent System Diagnostic System Check before continuing with the diagnosis of this DTC.

  2. Clear all DTCs and cycle ignition to check that the DTC did not falsely set.

  3. Clear all DTCs after the repair procedure is complete.

DTC B2960

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Was the Theft Deterrent System Diagnostic System Check performed?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Theft Deterrent

2

  1. Check all the vehicle's ignition keys, until vehicle starts.
  2. Clear all DTCs. Refer to Clearing DTCs .
  3. Ignition switch OFF.
  4. Ignition switch ON.

Is the DTC still present?

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Go to Step 3

System OK

3

Replace the VTD Module. Refer to Theft Deterrent Module Replacement .

Is the replacement complete?

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Go to Step 4

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4

  1. Ignition switch OFF.
  2. Reconnect or install any connectors or components that were disconnected or remov
  3. Ignition switch ON.
  4. Clear any DTCs. Refer to Clearing DTCs .

Are all DTCs cleared?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - Theft Deterrent

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