DTC P1626 Theft Deterrent Fuel Enable Signal Lost. Pontiac Firebird 1997

For 1990-2009 cars only

Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 1997 🢒 Firebird 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Controls - 3.8L 🢒 DTC P1626 Theft Deterrent Fuel Enable Signal Lost

Engine Controls Components
Fuel Pump Control
OBD II Symbol Description Notice
Handling ESD Sensitive Parts Notice
Handling ESD Sensitive Parts Notice

Circuit Description

The Vehicle Theft Deterrent module produces the Theft Deterrent Fuel Enable signal when ignition is ON and the proper key resistor pellet is sensed by the Vehicle Theft Deterrent module. The PCM monitors the Fuel Enable signal during crank. If the proper signal is present on the Theft Deterrent Fuel Enable circuit, the PCM enables fuel delivery to allow the engine to start. If the PCM detects that the fuel enable signal is not present or incorrect while the engine is running, DTC P1626 will be set. The engine will continue to start and run as long as DTC P1626 is stored and the malfunction condition affects only the Theft Deterrent Fuel enable circuit. If the problem affects inputs to the Vehicle Theft Deterrent module, the starter motor may be disabled. If this condition is present, refer to Vehicle Theft Deterrent System for further diagnosis.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

•	The engine is running.

•	The PCM detects an incorrect signal on the Theft Deterrent Fuel Enable Circuit.

•	The above conditions are present for longer than 2 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

•	The PCM will not illuminate the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL).

•	The PCM will store conditions which were present when the DTC set as Fail 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.

•	DTC can be cleared by using the scan tool Clear Information function or by disconnecting the PCM battery feed.

Diagnostic Aids

An intermittent may be caused by a poor connection, rubbed through wire insulation or a wire broken inside the insulation. Check for:

•	Poor connection at PCM - Inspect harness connectors for the following items:

-	Backed out terminals

-	Improper mating

-	Broken locks

-	Improperly formed or damaged terminals

-	Poor terminal to wire connections

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Damaged harness - Inspect the wiring harness for damage. If the harness appears to be OK, disconnect the vehicle theft deterrent module, turn the ignition ON and observe a digital multimeter connected to the theft deterrent fuel enable circuit at the vehicle theft deterrent module harness connector while moving connectors and wiring harnesses related to the vehicle theft deterrent system. A change in voltage will indicate the location of the malfunction.

Reviewing the Fail Records vehicle mileage since the diagnostic test last failed may help determine how often the condition that caused the DTC to be set occurs. This may assist in diagnosing the condition.

Test Description

Number(s) below refer to the step number(s) on the Diagnostic Table.

This vehicle is equipped with a PCM which utilizes an Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory (EEPROM). When the PCM is being replaced, the new PCM must be programmed.

DTC P1626 - Theft Deterrent System Fuel Enable Circuit

Step	Action	Value(s)	Yes	No
1	Was the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check performed?	--	Go to Step 2	Go to the Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check
2	Important:: Before continuing diagnosis, ensure that the vehicle battery is fully charged. Attempt to start the engine. Does the engine crank?	--	Go to Step 3	Go to Vehicle Theft Deterrent System in Electrical Diagnosis
3	Turn OFF the ignition switch. Disconnect the body control module. Turn ON the ignition switch. Using a J 39200 Digital Multimeter, measure voltage between the vehicle theft deterrent fuel enable circuit at the body control module harness connector and a known good ground. Does the voltage measure near the specified value?	5V	Go to Step 4	Go to Step 6
4	Turn OFF the ignition switch. Reconnect the body control module. Turn ON the ignition switch. Backprobe the body control module connector to measure frequency between the vehicle theft deterrent fuel enable circuit and ground. Is the frequency between the specified values?	40-60 Hz	Go to Step 5	Go to Step 8
5	Turn OFF the ignition switch. Clear DTC P1626. Attempt to start the vehicle. Does the vehicle start and continue running?	--	Refer to Diagnostic Aids	Go to Step 7
6	Check the vehicle theft deterrent fuel enable circuit for an open, short to ground, or short to voltage. If a problem is found, repair as necessary. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Electrical Diagnosis. Was a problem found?	--	Go to Step 11	Go to Step 7
7	Check the theft deterrent fuel enable circuit for a poor connection at the PCM. If a problem is found, replace faulty terminal. Was a problem found?	--	Go to Step 11	Go to Step 9
8	Check for poor connections at the Body Control Module. If a problem is found, replace faulty terminal(s). Refer to Wiring Repairs in Electrical Diagnosis. Was a problem found?	--	Go to Step 11	Go to Step 10
9	Replace the PCM. Important:: The replacement PCM must be programmed. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement/Programming . Is action complete?	--	Go to Step 11	--
10	Service the body control module. Refer to BCM Service in section 8D. Is action complete?	--	Go to Step 11	--
11	Clear DTCs. Observe VTD Fuel Disable on the scan tool while cranking the engine. Does VTD Fuel Disable display Active?	--	Go to Step 2	System OK