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P0513







P0513-INVALID SKIM KEY





For a complete wiring diagram Consult Diagrams/Electrical.

- When Monitored:
Ignition on.

- Set Condition:
The PCM detects an invalid SKREEM key. One Trip Fault.





Always perform the Pre-Diagnostic Troubleshooting procedure before proceeding. Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview.

Diagnostic Test

1. ACTIVE DTC
NOTE: Diagnose any Can C or Can B failures before continuing.

Ignition on, engine not running.
With the scan tool, select View the PCM DTCs.
Is the DTC Active at this time?

Yes

- Go To 2

No

- Go To 6

2. NO COMMUNICATION WITH WIN
With the scan tool, attempt to communicate with the WIN.
Can the scan tool communicate with the WIN?

Yes

- Go To 3

No

- Perform the appropriate Diagnostic Procedure.

3. WIRELESS IGNITION NODE (WIN) TROUBLE CODES SET
With the scan tool, check for WIN DTCs.
Are any DTCs present in the WIN?

Yes

- Diagnose and repair the DTC(s).

No

- Go To 4

4. VIN PROGRAMMED INTO PCM
With the scan tool, display the VIN that is programmed in the PCM.
Has a VIN been programmed into the PCM?

Yes

- Go To 5

No

- Program the correct VIN into the PCM and retest.
- Perform the SKREEM VERIFICATION. Vehicle Theft Security Verification Tests

5. POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM)
Turn the ignition off.
Replace and program the Wireless Ignition Node (WIN).

NOTE: If this vehicle is equipped with a Steering Column Lock Module, it must be replaced along with the SKREEM.

Ignition on, engine not running.
With the scan tool, erase all WIN and PCM DTCs.
Attempt to start and idle the engine.
With the scan tool, read the PCM DTCs.
Does the scan tool display this code?

Yes

NOTE: Before continuing, check the PCM harness connector terminals for corrosion, damage, or terminal push out. Repair as necessary. Replace and program the Powertrain Control Module.

- Perform the SKREEM VERIFICATION. Vehicle Theft Security Verification Tests

No

- Test Complete.

6. IGNITION KEY
NOTE: You must obtain the SKREEM pin number.

NOTE: This DTC could have been set if the SKREEM harness connector was disconnected, or if the SKREEM was replaced recently.

NOTE: All keys that the customer uses for this vehicle must be tested to verify they are operating properly.

Ignition on, engine not running.
Verify the correct VIN is programmed into the PCM and Wireless Ignition Node (WIN).
Turn the ignition off.
With each customer key turn the ignition key on and crank the engine to start.
With the scan tool, read the PCM DTCs. Look for P0513.
Is the DTC P0513 still active?

Yes

- Replace the Ignition Key.
- Perform the SKREEM VERIFICATION. Vehicle Theft Security Verification Tests

No

- Test Complete.
NOTE: If this DTC cannot be reset, it could have been an actual theft attempt.