Content Theft Deterrent (CTD) Description and Operation: Notes
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When armed, the content theft deterrent (CTD) system is designed to deter vehicle content theft by pulsing the horns and exterior lamps for approximately 30 seconds when an unauthorized vehicle entry is detected. However, the CTD system does not affect engine starting.
An unauthorized entry can be any of the following with the CTD system armed:
- Unauthorized entry into the underhood area if equipped with remote vehicle start.
- Unauthorized entry into the rear compartment.
- When any door is opened without first being unlocked using the vehicle key or using the UNLOCK command from a keyless entry transmitter.
The components of the system are:
- Keyless entry module (remote control door lock receiver)
- Door ajar switches
- Body control module (BCM)
- Driver door lock cylinder switch
- Power door lock switches
- Rear compartment lid ajar switch
- Hood ajar switch (if equipped)