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P1632




DTC P1632

Diagnostic Instructions

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

DTC Descriptor
DTC P1632
- Theft Deterrent Fuel Disable Signal Received

Circuit/System Description

The remote control door lock receiver (RCDLR) sends the fuel enable password to the engine control module (ECM) via the serial data circuit. If the fuel enable password received from the RCDLR equals the fuel enable password stored in the ECM, the ECM will allow vehicle starting.

Conditions for Running the DTC

Ignition is in the RUN position.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

A fuel disable signal from the RCDLR is received by the ECM.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

* The security indicator will illuminate.
* Vehicle starting will be disabled.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

* A current DTC will be when a valid fuel enable password is received.
* A history DTC will be cleared after 40 malfunction-free ignition cycles.

Reference Information
Schematic Reference

Immobilizer Schematics (Immobilizer Schematics)
Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views (Connector Views)
Description and Operation

Immobilizer Description and Operation (Immobilizer)
Electrical Information Reference

* Circuit Testing (Circuit Testing)
* Connector Repairs (Connector Repairs)
* Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections (Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections)
* Wiring Repairs (Wiring Repairs)

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References (Programming and Relearning) for scan tool information

Circuit/System Verification

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

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

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification (Verification Tests) after completing the diagnostic procedure.

Control Module References (Programming and Relearning) for ECM replacement, setup and programming