PINPOINT TEST D : The Vehicle Does Not Start With the Intelligent Access (IA) Key in Certain Areas of the Vehicle: Notes

Diagnostic Overview 

The Vehicle Does Not Start With the Intelligent Access (IA) Key in Certain Areas of the Vehicle 

Normal Operations and Fault Conditions 

During each vehicle start sequence, when the start/stop button is pressed, the RFA module activates all 3 passive start antennas, which send out a low frequency signal. Each passive start antenna has an approximate range of 1 m (3 ft) and are placed in different locations to provide full coverage inside the vehicle. The front antenna is mounted to the front underside of the center console, the center antenna is mounted to the underside of the center console near the back of the front seats, and the rear antenna is mounted next to the liftgate striker. If an Intelligent Access (IA) key is within range of a passive start antenna, the low frequency signal activates the Intelligent Access (IA) key. When the Intelligent Access (IA) key is activated it sends a high frequency signal to the TPM module. The TPM module communicates with the RFA module. If the RFA module determines that a programmed Intelligent Access (IA) key is in the vehicle, it allows the ignition to transition out of off or lets the engine start.

There are certain areas inside the vehicle where the Intelligent Access (IA) key may not be detected and the message center displays NO KEY DETECTED. If the Intelligent Access (IA) key is in the far outside edges of the interior (like in a door map pocket or above a sun visor) it might not be detected. Move the Intelligent Access (IA) key to a different location and try to start the vehicle again.

DTC Fault Trigger Conditions