Component Inspection

Check transponder status
1. IGN "ON" & Engine "OFF" with key intended to register.
2. Monitor the "KEY STATUS" Parameter on the Scantool.
  ■ Specification : 'VIRGIN' or 'LEARNT'
  
  Fig 1: Scan Tool Display - CURRENT DATA
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3. Is the measured voltage within specifications?
  YES
  
  Check connectors for looseness, poor connection, bending, corrosion, contamination, deterioration, or damage. Repair or replace as necessary and then go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.
  
  NO
  
  Substitute with a known-good transponder and check for proper operation.
  
  If the problem is corrected, replace transponder and then go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.