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For 1990-2009 cars only

Circuit Description

When an ignition key is inserted in the ignition switch, the terminals located in the ignition lock cylinder contact the resistor pellet in the key. The body control module (BCM) measures the resistance of the key pellet and then compares the resistance to the one stored in memory. If the BCM has been replaced, the new BCM needs to learn the ignition key code value. The BCM learns the first key code value when the ignition is first turned to ON.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The BCM does not have a valid key pellet resistance in memory.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

The BCM learns the next valid key pellet resistance and stores the resistance in memory.

Diagnostic Aids

    • If any other theft deterrent DTCs are also set current, diagnose that DTC first.
    • This DTC sets on replacement BCMs until the first valid key pellet is detected by the BCM.

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Schematic Reference: Theft Deterrent System Schematics

1

Did you perform the Theft Deterrent Diagnostic System Check?

Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Theft Deterrent

2

  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Select the Display DTCs function for the BCM.

Does the scan tool display DTC B3031 as a current DTC?

Go to Step 3

Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems

3

  1. Insert the ignition key into the ignition switch.
  2. Attempt to start the vehicle.

Does the vehicle start and run?

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 4

4

Important: When replacing the BCM, perform the relearn procedure. Refer to Body Control Module (BCM) Programming/RPO Configuration in Body Control System.

Replace the BCM. Refer to Body Control Module Replacement in Body Control System.

Did you complete the repair?

Go to Step 5

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5

  1. Use the scan tool in order to clear the DTCs.
  2. Attempt to start the vehicle.

Does the DTC reset?

Go to Step 2

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