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Stop-Start Freeze Mode

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The IPC utilizes a stop-start freeze mode as directed by the PCM to freeze the current IPC state when the engine is restarted following a shut off. When the vehicle is in normal operation (not stop-start mode), the circuit remains high. When the PCM begins to crank the starter and restart the vehicle, ending the stop-start mode, the PCM pulls the stop-start input circuit low to the IPC. The IPC senses the low circuit and initiates the following actions: