The body control module (BCM) sends fuel enable password to the powertrain control module (PCM) via the serial data circuit when the ignition is ON and the BCM has read a learned transponder value from the key. The PCM verifies the fuel enable password to the fuel enable password stored in memory. If the fuel enable password is correct, the PCM enables starting and fuel delivery systems. When replacing a PCM with a GM SPO replacement part, the new PCM will learn the incoming fuel enable password immediately upon receipt. DTC P1630 is an informational code indicating the PCM is ready to learn the fuel enable password.
This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:
DTC P1630 Theft Deterrent Learn Mode Active
The ignition is switched to CRANK then to ON.
The PCM remains in the password learn mode for more than 2 seconds.
• | The vehicle will start. |
• | The drivers information center displays Theft System Not Programmed message. |
• | The PCM will not illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL). |
• | The PCM clears the current status of the DTC when it learns the fuel enable password from the BCM. |
• | A history DTC will clear after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles have occurred without a malfunction. |
• | The DTC can be cleared by using a scan tool. |
A GM SPO replacement PCM is in a functional state to learn the fuel enable password from the BCM. If the BCM is replaced, the PCM must be placed in the password learning mode to relearn the new fuel enable password from the BCM. The loss of PCM battery or ignition voltage does not affect the programmed password information. Refer to Immobilizer System Component Programming .
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1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? |