Circuit Description
The Passlock system is provided in order to prevent vehicle theft if the ignition lock cylinder is forced to rotate or the ignition switch is operated while separated from the ignition lock cylinder case. The Passlock module provides security system sensor power and low reference for the Passlock sensor. the Passlock module also measures the security system sensor voltage. When the correct key is used to start the vehicle, a magnet on the lock cylinder passes close to the Passlock sensor within the ignition lock cylinder case. The magnet activates the security hall effect sensor in the Passlock sensor which completes a circuit from the security sensor signal circuit through a resistor to the security sensor low reference circuit. The resistance value will vary from vehicle to vehicle. The Passlock module will measure the voltage on the security sensor signal circuit and compare this voltage to a previously learned voltage. If the voltage measured is within the valid range, the Passlock module will send a class 2 message to the powertrain control module (PCM) to enable vehicle starting. If the voltage measured is not within the valid range, a class 2 message will be sent to the PCM to disable starting of the vehicle.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
| • | The ignition switch is ON. |
| • | The Passlock module signal input is greater than 4.9 volts for 1 second after turning the ignition switch to the CRANK position. |
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The DTC will set only when the engine is running |
| • | The Passlock™ module will be in the fail enable mode allowing the vehicle to start and run. |
| • | The security indicator will be ON. |
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
| • | The current DTC will clear once an ignition cycle has occurred without the fault recurring. |
| • | After 100 concurrent ignition cycles occur without the fault recurring, a history DTC clears. |
| • | Using a scan tool. |
Diagnostic Aids
| • | Use a scan tool in order to inspect the Passlock™ data voltage and the Passlock™ code. |
| • | Inspect the Passlock™ sensor harness for an intermittent or a short to battery. Refer to Intermittents and Poor Connections Diagnosis in Wiring Systems. |
| • | You may be directed to this table from the VTD Diagnostic System Check without a DTC B2958 being set. If you were directed to this table, follow all of the steps in this diagnostic table. |
| • | When directed to this table, DTC B2958 may have a history status. |
Test Description
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
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Tests for proper operation of the circuit in the high voltage range.
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Tests for proper operation of the circuit in the low voltage range.
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Tests for high resistance or an open in the 12 V reference circuit.
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Tests for a short to voltage, a high resistance, or an open in the signal circuit.
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Tests for high resistance or an open in the ground circuit.
Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No |
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Schematic Reference: Theft Deterrent System Schematics | ||||
1 | Did you perform the Theft Deterrent (VTD) Diagnostic System Check? | -- | Go to Step 2 | |
2 |
Does the scan tool indicate that the Passlock Data Voltage is within the specified range? | 0.4-4.9 V | Go to Intermittents and Poor Connections Diagnosis in Wiring Systems | Go to Step 3 |
Does the scan tool indicate that the Passlock™ Data Voltage is greater than the specified value? | 4.9 V | Go to Step 4 | Go to Step 9 | |
Does the scan tool indicate that the Passlock™ Data Voltage is less than the specified value? | 0.4 V | Go to Step 5 | Go to Step 7 | |
Does the voltage measure less than the specified value? | 12.0 V | Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 11 | |
6 | Test the B+ reference circuit of the Passlock™ sensor for a high resistance or an open. Refer to Testing for Continuity and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 14 | Go to Step 9 |
Test the signal circuit of the Passlock™ sensor for a short to voltage Refer to, Testing for a Short to Voltage and high resistance, or an open. Refer to Testing for Continuity and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 14 | Go to Step 8 | |
Test the ground circuit of the Passlock™ sensor for a high resistance or an open. Refer to Testing for Continuity and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 14 | Go to Step 9 | |
9 | Inspect for poor connections at the Passlock module. Refer to Intermittents and Poor Connections Diagnosis and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 14 | Go to Step 10 |
10 | Inspect for poor connections at the Passlock™ sensor. Refer to Intermittents and Poor Connections Diagnosis and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 14 | Go to Step 12 |
11 | Replace the Passlock module. Refer to Theft Deterrent Module Replacement in Body Control System. Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 13 | -- |
12 | Replace the Passlock™ sensor in the electronic column lock module assembly. Refer to Electronic Column Lock Module - Disassemble - Off Vehicle or Electronic Column Lock Module - Assemble - Off Vehicle in Steering Wheel and Column. Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 13 | -- |
13 | Perform the PASSLOCK Reprogramming Auto Learn procedure. Is the repair complete? | -- | Go to Step 14 | -- |
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Does the DTC reset? | -- | Go to Step 3 | Go to Step 15 |
15 | Attempt to start the vehicle. Does the engine start and run? | -- | System OK | Go to Step 3 |
