B3055
DTC B3055
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 B3055 00
- No Transponder Modulation or No Transponder
Circuit/System Description
When an ignition key is inserted into the ignition lock cylinder and the ignition mode is changed, 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 body control module (BCM). The BCM then compares this value to a value stored in memory. If the value is not correct, the BCM disables engine start.
Conditions for Running the DTC
Ignition is in the Accessory or Run position.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The BCM is unable to measure the ignition key transponder value.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
* Vehicle starting will be disabled.
* The security indicator will illuminate. A service message will be displayed in the driver information center.
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
* A current DTC will be cleared when the BCM detects a valid transponder value from the ignition key.
* A history DTC will be cleared after 100 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
1. Inspect all available vehicle keys that they are correct vehicle keys.
• If not a correct vehicle key, replace the key.
2. While viewing the scan tool BCM Key Part Number, turn ON the ignition with each of the available vehicle keys. The parameter should display a Key Part Number for all available keys.
• If any key results in the parameter not reading a Key Part Number, replace the appropriate key.
Repair Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification (Verification Tests) after completing the diagnostic procedure.
Replacing Keys (Replacing Keys)