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P1260 - Theft Detected, Vehicle Immobilized

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P1260 - THEFT DETECTED, VEHICLE IMMOBILIZED

Description:  Indicates the passive anti-theft system (PATS) determined a theft condition existed and the engine is disabled. This DTC is a good indicator to check the PATS for DTCs.
Possible Causes: 
  • Previous theft condition
  • Anti-theft system failure
Diagnostic Aids:  Theft indicator flashing rapidly or on solid when ignition switch is in the ON position. Check anti-theft system for DTCs.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All   - - refer to PINPOINT TEST QD .
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