Theft Deterrent Diagnostic System Check

Theft Deterrent Diagnostic System Check:

Theft Deterrent Diagnostic System Check (Part 1 Of 2):

Theft Deterrent Diagnostic System Check (Part 2 Of 2):

CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
The PasslockTM system is designed in order to prevent vehicle operation if the current ignition key is not used in order to start the vehicle. The ignition key will allow the lock cylinder to turn. Once the lock cylinder turns, the PasslockTM sensor (located inside the ignition switch assembly), sends an analog voltage code to the Body Control Module (BCM). It the BCM receives the correct analog voltage code from the PasslockTM sensor, the BCM sends a Class 2 message to the Powertrain Control Module (PCM)/Vehicle Control Module (VCM). The PCM/VCM then enables fuel delivery.

The body control module (BCM) supplies the following items to the Passlock sensor:
^ A 12 volt supply voltage
^ A data line
^ A ground circuit

For additional information on the security telltale, refer to Security Lamp State in Scan Tool Data Definitions.

DIAGNOSTIC AIDS
You must diagnose the diagnostic trouble codes in the order specified in the PasslockTM system diagnostic trouble code list. Failure to do so may result in the following conditions:
^ Extended diagnostic time
^ Incorrect diagnosis
^ Incorrect parts replacement

TEST DESCRIPTION
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
1. This test inspects for a malfunction related to the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) preventing the security telltale bulb inspection. If this malfunction is due to an open gauges fuse, the security telltale will not turn ON and the engine will not run.
2. The security telltale will turn ON and stay ON when the ignition switch is in RUN and there is a currently detected a PasslockTM DTC.
3. This test inspects for a tamper condition. The engine will not run while the security telltale is flashing and the tamper timer is running. Refer to Scan Tool Data Definitions, Tamper Timer for more information.
4. This test inspects for a malfunction which prevents communication between the IPC and the body control module (BCM). This condition causes the security telltale to remain ON when the ignition switch is turned OFF.
8. This operation of the security telltale indicates that PasslockTM DTCs exist. If the scan tool is operating properly and indicates no PasslockTM DTCs, the BCM may be malfunctioning.
9. This condition indicates an open in the PasslockTM sensor circuits. If the powertrain parameter VTD Fuel Disable displays ACTIVE during or immediately following cranking, the sensor circuits are also open. This condition is tested in the DTC B2958 diagnostic table. Refer to DTC B2958 Security System Sensor Data Circuit High
11. When the security telltale successfully completes the bulb inspection and the engine starts and runs properly, the PasslockTM system is operating correctly with no malfunctions present.