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Circuit Description

The PASS-Key® III Theft Deterrent Module performs an internal test in order to determine if the module is in the learn coded key mode every 300 milliseconds. If the test determines that the module is in the learn coded key mode the Pass-Key® III module will indicate a learn coded key mode is current.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

At the beginning of the ignition cycle the Pass-Key® III module detects a learn coded key mode.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • DTC B2735 is stored in the Pass-Key® III module memory.
    • No driver warning message is displayed for this DTC.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • The Pass-Key® III module no longer detects a learn coded key mode.
    • A history DTC will clear after 50 consecutive ignition cycles if the condition for the malfunction is no longer present.
    • Use a scan tool.

Diagnostic Aids

When a new module is installed into a vehicle, the Pass-Key® III module is in the learn coded key mode. Perform the Learn Key Procedure.

Test Description

The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table:

  1. Perform the Theft Deterrent Diagnostic System Check before continuing with the diagnosis of this DTC.

  2. Clear all DTCs and cycle the ignition in order to verify that the DTC did not falsely set.

  3. Clear all DTCs after the repair procedure is complete.

DTC B2735 Key Decoder in Assembly Learn Mode

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Did you perform the Theft Deterrent Diagnostic System Check?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Theft Deterrent

2

  1. Perform the Learn Key Procedure. Refer to Programming Theft Deterrent System Components .
  2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
  3. Clear all DTCs.
  4. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  5. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.

Is the DTC still present?

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Go to Step 3

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Theft Deterrent

3

Replace the Pass-Key® III module.

Refer to Theft Deterrent Module Replacement .

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Step 4

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4

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  2. Connect or install any connectors or components that were disconnected or removed.
  3. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
  4. Clear DTCs.

Are DTCs cleared?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - Theft Deterrent

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