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DTC P1630 Export

Circuit Description

The theft deterrent control module produces the theft deterrent fuel enable signal when ignition is ON and the proper transponder key value is detected. The powertrain control module (PCM) monitors the fuel enable signal during crank. If the proper signal is present on the serial data circuit, the PCM enables the fuel delivery in order to allow the engine to start. If the PCM is replaced, the replacement PCM should learn the password within a few seconds after the ignition is turned ON. DTC P1630 is an information code indicating that the PCM is ready to learn the theft deterrent password. The engine starts and continues to run with DTC P1630 set.

DTC Descriptor

This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:

DTC 1630 Theft Deterrent Learn Mode Active

Conditions for Running the DTC

The ignition is ON.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The PCM remains in theft deterrent password learn mode for more than 2 seconds.

Actions Taken When the DTC Sets

    • The PCM sends a serial data message to the instrument panel cluster (IPC) to illuminate the SECURITY indicator.
    • The PCM will not illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL).
    • The PCM will store conditions which were present when the DTC set as failure records data only. This information will not be stored as freeze frame data.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

    • 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.

Diagnostic Aids

A replacement PCM is in a functional state to learn the password from the theft deterrent control module. If the theft deterrent control module is replaced, the PCM must be placed in password learning mode to relearn the new password. Once learned, the password becomes permanent information that remains with the vehicle. The loss of PCM battery or ignition voltage does not affect the programmed password information. Refer to Theft Deterrent Control Module Programming and Setup .

Step

Action

Yes

No

Schematic Reference: Immobilizer Schematics

Connector End View Reference: Immobilizer Connector End Views

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?

Go to Theft Deterrent Control Module Programming and Setup

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle

DTC P1630 Domestic

Circuit Description

This diagnostic test checks for the enable password learning flag indicating the powertrain control module (PCM) is in learn password mode. This mode allows the PCM to learn the password from the Passlock™ module at assembly or when being serviced. The password needs to be learned whenever the PCM or the Passlock™ module is replaced.

DTC Descriptor

This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:

DTC P1630 Theft Deterrent Learn Mode Active

Conditions for Running the DTC

The ignition is in the ON position.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

When the enable learning flag is set.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) will not illuminate.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

    • A history DTC clears after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles, if this or any other emission related diagnostic does not report any failures.
    • The scan tool Clear Info function was used.

Diagnostic Aids

The PCM in learn mode is a DTC for the vehicle at the assembly plant, dealership, and outside garage personnel as an indication that the learn mode is enabled. This means the PCM is now ready to learn a new password.

Test Description

The number below refers to the step number on the diagnostic table.

  1. If any of the listed DTCs are set, the PCM will not receive and learn a valid password.

Step

Action

Yes

No

Schematic Reference: Immobilizer Schematics

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?

Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle

2

  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Momentarily rotate the ignition switch to CRANK. Do not start the vehicle.
  3. Release the ignition switch to ON.
  4. Select the powertrain control module (PCM) display DTCs function on the scan tool.

Does the scan tool display DTC P1630 as a current DTC?

Go to Step 3

Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections

3

Does the scan tool display DTC B2945, B2955, P1626, or P1631?

Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle

Go to Step 5

4

Replace the PCM. Refer to Control Module References for replacement, setup, and programming.

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 5

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5

  1. Use the scan tool in order to clear any DTCs.
  2. Turn OFF the ignition.
  3. Start the vehicle.
  4. Select the PCM display DTCs function on the scan tool.

Does DTC P1630 reset?

Go to Step 3

System OK