B3935

DTC B3935

DTC DESCRIPTOR

DTC B3935 57
Transponder Authentication Error

DIAGNOSTIC FAULT INFORMATION
Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure. Testing and Inspection

CIRCUIT/SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
When an ignition key is inserted into the ignition lock cylinder and the ignition is switched ON, 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 module (TDM). The TDM then compares this value to a value stored in memory. This stored value is the learned key code. If the value is correct, the TDM sends the start enable password via the serial data circuit to the engine control module (ECM). If either the transponders unique value or the calculation to the challenge is incorrect, the TDM will send the start disable password to the ECM.

CONDITIONS FOR RUNNING THE DTC
- Ignition is in the Accessory or Run position.
- A valid transponder value has been read.

CONDITIONS FOR SETTING THE DTC
- The transponder value is valid and matches the value stored in the TDM memory.
- The transponder calculation to the challenge from the TDM does not match the TDMs calculation.

ACTION TAKEN WHEN THE DTC SETS
- Vehicle starting will be disabled.
- The security indicator will be illuminated.

CONDITIONS FOR CLEARING THE DTC
- A current DTC will be cleared when the transponder calculation to the challenge matches that of the TDMs.
- A history DTC will be cleared after 100 malfunction free ignition cycles or when a scan tool is used to clear DTCs.

CIRCUIT/SYSTEM VERIFICATION
1. Verify that DTC B3055 or DTC B3060 is not set as a current DTC.
- If DTC B3055 or DTC B3060 is set, proceed with those diagnostic prior to performing the diagnostics for DTC B3935. Refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle. Diagnostic Trouble Code Descriptions
2. Replace the suspected inoperative or malfunctioning key. DTC B3935 should not reset and the vehicle should start.
- If the replacement key results in the resetting of DTC B3935, replace the TDM.

REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure. Verification Tests

- Replacing Keys
- Adding Keys (Domestic)
- Control Module References for Theft Deterrent Module replacement, setup, and programming.