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Test E: DTC B1602 or DTC B2431 - Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) Received Invalid Format of Key-Code From Key Transponder.

PINPOINT TEST E: DTC B1602 OR DTC B2431 - PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) RECEIVED INVALID FORMAT OF KEY-CODE FROM KEY TRANSPONDER (PARTIAL KEY READ)


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Normal Operation
During each vehicle start sequence, the PATS transceiver reads the PATS key identification code and circuit 1216 (GY/OG) sends the data to the powertrain control module (PCM).

Possible Causes
- PATS transceiver
- PCM
- PATS key