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Test Description

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

  1. 3:  Tests for a magnetic field near the ignition lock cylinder.
DTC B3033

Step Action Yes No
Schematic Reference: Theft Deterrent System Schematics 
Connector End View Reference: Theft Deterrent System Connector End Views 
1 Did you perform the Theft Deterrent Diagnostic System Check? Go to Step 2  Go to Diagnostic System Check - Theft Deterrent 
2
  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Momentarily rotate the ignition switch to CRANK. Do not start the vehicle.
  3. Release the ignition switch to ON.
  4. Select the body control module display DTCs function on the scan tool.
Does the scan tool display DTC B3033 as a current DTC?
Go to Step 3  Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems
Inspect the area around the ignition lock cylinder for any device which could create a magnetic field, audio speaker, magnet, etc.
Is there a magnetic device near the ignition lock cylinder?
Go to Step 4  Go to Step 5 
4 Remove the device creating the magnetic force.
Did you complete the repair?
Go to Step 8  -
5 Inspect for poor connections at the Passlock™ sensor. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?
Go to Step 8  Go to Step 6 
6 Replace the Passlock™ sensor. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement (Without Key) or Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement (With Key) in Steering Wheel and Column.
Did you complete the replacement?
Go to Step 7  -
7 Perform the Passlock™ learn procedure. Refer to Programming Theft Deterrent System Components .
Did you complete the repair?
Go to Step 8  -
8 You may have to wait up to 10 minutes in order to reset the BCM and synchronize all of the Passlock™ components.
  1. Use the scan tool in order to clear the DTCs.
  2. Turn OFF the ignition
  3. Momentarily rotate the ignition switch to CRANK. Do not start the vehicle.
  4. Release the ignition switch to ON.
  5. Select the body control module display DTCs function on the scan tool.

Does the DTC reset?
Go to Step 3  System OK