DTC P1631 Theft Deterrent Start Enable Signal Not Correct. GMC Truck Savana 2000

For 1990-2009 cars only

Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 2000 🢒 Savana 🢒 DTC 🢒 DTC P1631 Theft Deterrent Start Enable Signal Not Correct

Engine Controls Components
Fuses, MIL, PCM, DLC, G101, G103, G201
OBD II Symbol Description Notice
Handling ESD Sensitive Parts Notice
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Circuit Description

This test checks for mismatched passwords between the vehicle theft deterrent (VTD) control module and powertrain control module (PCM). Whenever the VTD control module or PCM are replaced, a theft learn procedure must be followed in order for the new password to be learned.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The vehicle Anti-Theft system is enabled.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

•	The fuel disable is set.

•	An incorrect fuel continue password has been received.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

•	The vehicle will not start.

•	The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) will not illuminate.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

•	A history DTC clears after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles, if this or any other emission related diagnostic does not report any failures.

•	The scan tool Clear Info function was used.

Test Description

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

The 11 minute and 30 second time criteria, are minimum required amounts of time. Exceeding these limits will not interfere with the Auto Learn Procedure. A scan tool can be used to determine when the 11 minutes have expired. VTD Auto Learn Timer equals Inactive.

If DTC P1631 is set, the Re-Learn procedure was not performed correctly. The Re-learn procedure will then have to be repeated.

Step

Action

Values

Yes

Did you perform the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check?

Go to Step 2

Go to Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check

Important: Before proceeding with this table, check to see if any vehicle theft deterrent (VTD) controller DTCs are set, except if you were sent here from the PCM replacement. If a VTD controller DTC is set, refer to the appropriate VTD controller DTC.

Is a T-50/T-60® available?

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 3

Is a Tech 2® available?

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 4

Important: While the PCM is in the Auto Learn Procedure, battery voltage must be maintained at all times. This procedure must be followed exactly as indicated or the procedure will have to be repeated from the beginning.

Important: Performing the following procedures will cause a DTC P1630 to set when they are completed. Once the DTC is set, turn the ignition OFF for 30 seconds, then turn the ignition back ON and P1630 will clear. If the DTC does not clear, go to DTC P1630 Theft Deterrent Learn Mode Active table.

Turn ON the ignition, leaving the engine OFF for 11 minutes.
Turn OFF the ignition for 30 seconds.
Turn ON the ignition, leaving the engine OFF for 11 minutes.
Turn OFF the ignition for 30 seconds.
Turn ON the ignition, leaving the engine OFF for 11 minutes or until DTC P1630 sets.
Turn OFF the ignition for 30 seconds.
Turn ON the ignition and wait 30 seconds.
Attempt to start the engine.

Does the engine start and operate normally?

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 8

Important: Performing the following procedures will cause a DTC P1630 to set when they are completed. This is the intended functionality. Once the DTC is set, turn the ignition OFF for 30 seconds, then turn the ignition back ON and P1630 will clear. If the DTC does not clear, go to DTC P1630 Theft Deterrent Learn Mode Active table.

Using a T-50/T-60 enter the service programming system (SPS).
Select terminal to vehicle programming.
Select Done and follow the instructions on the Vehicle Set-Up screen.
Select Vehicle Theft Re-learn.
Follow the instructions on the remaining screens.

•	The PCM and the vehicle theft deterrent (VTD) control module will be prepared for re-learn.

Important: During the 11 minute-wait, keep the terminal connected to the vehicle.

•	A security timer will be ON for approximately 11 minutes or until DTC P1630 sets.

•	When the PCM and the VTD control module are prepared to re-learn, turn OFF the ignition for 30 seconds and then start the engine.

Does the engine start and operate normally?

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 8

Using a Tech 2, enter the Service Programming System (SPS).
After entering the vehicle information, choose the Request Info soft key on the scan tool.
Select Done and follow instructions on the Vehicle Set-Up screen.
Disconnect the scan tool from the vehicle and connect to the Techline terminal.
At the Techline terminal select Service Programming System (SPS) and select the terminal to Tech 2 programming method. Select Done.
Follow the instructions on the remaining screens.
Select Vehicle Theft Re-learn.
Select Program at the summary screen. The terminal will download information to the Tech 2.
Return the scan tool to the vehicle and connect to the Data Link Connector (DLC).
Select Service Programming from the Tech 2 main menu. Answer the prompts regarding the model year and vehicle type. Press the Theft Re-learn soft key on the Tech 2.
Follow the instructions on the remaining screens.

•	The PCM and the VTD control module will be prepared for re-learn.

Important: During the 11 minute-wait, keep the terminal connected to the vehicle.

•	A security timer will be ON for approximately 11 minutes or until DTC P1630 sets.

•	When the PCM and the VTD control module are prepared to re-learn, Turn OFF the ignition for 30 seconds and then start the engine.

Does the engine start and operate normally?

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 8

Important: Before Clearing the DTCs, monitor all DTC status parameters and note any additional DTCs.

Clear the PCM DTCs.
Turn OFF the ignition for 30 seconds.
Attempt to start the engine.

Does the engine start and operate normally?

System OK

Go to Step 8

Are DTCs P1626, P1630 or P1631 set?

Go to the applicable DTC table

Go to Step 2