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Diagnostic Instructions

    • Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
    • Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
    •  Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

DTC Descriptor

DTC P1630: Theft Deterrent Learn Mode Active

Circuit/System Description

When replacing a body control module (BCM), the engine control module/powertrain control (ECM/PCM) must learn the new fuel enable password from the replacement BCM. If the ECM/PCM is replaced with a service replacement part, it is in a functional state to automatically learn the vehicle fuel continue password. If the BCM is replaced, the ECM/PCM must be placed in learn mode so it can learn the new BCM password. This DTC indicates the ECM/PCM is in a functional state to learn the BCM fuel enable password.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The ECM/PCM is in learn mode.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

DTC  P1630 will set any time the ECM/PCM enters learn mode.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The security indicator will illuminate.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • A current DTC will be cleared upon a successful engine start after exit of learn mode.
    • A history DTC will be cleared after 100 malfunction-free ignition cycles.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Immobilizer Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Immobilizer Connector End Views

Description and Operation

Immobilizer Description and Operation

Electrical Information Reference

    •  Circuit Testing
    •  Connector Repairs
    •  Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
    •  Wiring Repairs

Circuit/System Verification

Important: Because of normal system communications between the BCM and ECM/PCM, any theft deterrent B-codes must be diagnosed prior to the diagnosis of P-codes.

Perform the 10-Minute Immobilizer Relearn procedure. Refer to Immobilizer System Component Programming. The ECM/PCM should successfully complete the password learn and the vehicle should start.

If the ECM/PCM does not complete the learn or vehicle starting remains disabled, replace the ECM/PCM.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

Control Module References for ECM/PCM replacement, setup, and programming