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For 1990-2009 cars only

Circuit Description

The steering column lock control module (SCLCM) will unlock the steering column if the power mode is on and the SCLCM and remote control door lock receiver (RCDLR) passwords match. If the SCLCM and RCDLR passwords do not match, the DTC B2910 will set.

DTC Descriptor

This diagnostic supports the following DTC:

DTC B2910 Steering Column Lock Password Incorrect

Conditions for Running the DTC

    • DTCs B1327 or B1328 are not set as current.
    • The condition must be present for 300 ms.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

This DTC will set if the SCLCM password does not match RCDLR password.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • The SCLCM stores a DTC B2910 in memory.
    • The SCLCM will command the driver information center (DIC) to display the Service Column Lock Now message.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

    • The stored SCLCM password matches the password from the RCDLR.
    • Use a scan tool.

Step

Action

Yes

No

Schematic Reference: Column Lock Schematics

Connector End View Reference: Steering Wheel and Column Connector End Views

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?

Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle

2

  1. Perform the steering column lock control module (SCLCM) setup. Refer to Control Module Setup .
  2. Clear the DTCs with a scan tool.
  3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  4. Retrieve DTCs from the SCLCM with the scan tool.

Does DTC 2910 reset?

Go to Step 3

Go to Step 4

3

Important: Perform the setup procedure for the SCLCM.

  1. Replace the SCLCM. Refer to Steering Column Lock Control Module Replacement .
  2. Perform the setup procedure for the SCLCM. Refer to Control Module Setup .

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 4

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4

  1. Clear the DTCs with the scan tool.
  2. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC.

Does DTC 2910 reset?

System OK

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