Refer to one of the following Theft Deterrent System schematics:
When an ignition key is inserted into the ignition lock cylinder, the transponder embedded in the head of the key is energized by the exciter coils surrounding the ignition lock cylinder. The energized transponder transmits a signal that contains its unique value, which is received by the theft deterrent controller module . The theft deterrent controller module then compares this value to a value stored in memory (learned key code). If the value is correct the theft deterrent controller module sends the enable password via the class 2 serial data circuit to the PCM.
The ignition switch must be in RUN. The theft deterrent controller module cannot have DTC B1327 set as a current DTC.
If the code from the ignition key does not match one stored in memory, the theft deterrent controller module sets this DTC. This code indicates the use of a key with a transponder that has not been learned by the theft deterrent controller module. The vehicle considers this to be a theft attempt.
The theft deterrent controller module clears the current status of the DTC when it senses a valid, memorized, key code from the ignition key (transponder).
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
Step | Action | Yes | No |
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1 | Did you perform A Diagnostic System Check - Theft Deterrent ? | Go to Step 2 | |
Perform the theft deterrent controller Module learn Procedure. Refer to Programming Replacement Keys, Ignition Cylinder, or Powertrain Control Module . Important: If a 10 Minute or 30 Minute Re-Learn Procedure is performed, all keys not learned at that time will be erased and will not be recognized. Perform the Quick Learn Procedure on all keys or instruct the customer how to perform the Quick Learn Procedure. Is the procedure complete? | Go to Step 3 | -- | |
3 |
Does the DTC reset? | Go to Step 2 | System OK |